Guidebook for San Francisco

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Guidebook for San Francisco

Food Scene

This corner cafe turns out Gallic classics including some cooked in front of diners at the counter.
178 locals recommend
Chez maman east
1401 18th St
178 locals recommend
This corner cafe turns out Gallic classics including some cooked in front of diners at the counter.
Farm-to-table American comfort food served in a lively, rustic dining room with oak-barrel tables.
261 locals recommend
Plow
1299 18th St
261 locals recommend
Farm-to-table American comfort food served in a lively, rustic dining room with oak-barrel tables.
Coffeehouse that pairs espresso drinks with organic nibbles & displays the work of local artists.
136 locals recommend
Farley's
1315 18th St
136 locals recommend
Coffeehouse that pairs espresso drinks with organic nibbles & displays the work of local artists.
Low-key neighborhood trattoria featuring a rotating seasonal menu at lunch, dinner & weekend brunch.
58 locals recommend
Aperto
1434 18th Street
58 locals recommend
Low-key neighborhood trattoria featuring a rotating seasonal menu at lunch, dinner & weekend brunch.
8 locals recommend
Chatz Roasting Company
301 Arkansas St
8 locals recommend
Old-school pizzeria offering a San Franciscan twist via sourdough-crusted pies.
108 locals recommend
Goat Hill Pizza
300 Connecticut St
108 locals recommend
Old-school pizzeria offering a San Franciscan twist via sourdough-crusted pies.
Mexican bistro serving French-accented organic fare in a small, colorful space with outdoor tables
80 locals recommend
Papito
1457 18th St
80 locals recommend
Mexican bistro serving French-accented organic fare in a small, colorful space with outdoor tables
Mediterranean fare including Turkish & Greek specialties in a neighborhood setting.
37 locals recommend
Pera
1459 18th St
37 locals recommend
Mediterranean fare including Turkish & Greek specialties in a neighborhood setting.
Petite cafe serving Sightglass coffee, plus espresso drinks, in a rustic space with European flair. -
12 locals recommend
Provender
12 locals recommend
Petite cafe serving Sightglass coffee, plus espresso drinks, in a rustic space with European flair. -
Snug venue with sidewalk seating offering espresso drinks, cafe fare & beer/wine in a comfy setting.
27 locals recommend
Thinkers Cafe
1631 20th St
27 locals recommend
Snug venue with sidewalk seating offering espresso drinks, cafe fare & beer/wine in a comfy setting.

Essentials

Cozy deli known for sandwiches galore also vending beer, salads & convenience-store staples.
33 locals recommend
Chiotras Grocery
858 Rhode Island St
33 locals recommend
Cozy deli known for sandwiches galore also vending beer, salads & convenience-store staples.

Parks & Nature

Recreation Center
13 locals recommend
Potrero Hill Recreation Center
801 Arkansas St
13 locals recommend
Recreation Center
Open space of lawns, trees & a playground on Potrero Hill, next to a super-crooked street.
33 locals recommend
McKinley Square
33 locals recommend
Open space of lawns, trees & a playground on Potrero Hill, next to a super-crooked street.
Locals of all ages gather at this outdoor hot spot for picnics & people-watching.
1244 locals recommend
Mission Dolores Park
19th Street
1244 locals recommend
Locals of all ages gather at this outdoor hot spot for picnics & people-watching.

Drinks & Nightlife

Established brewery offers historic walking tours of the building followed by a tasting session.
86 locals recommend
Anchor Brewing Company
1705 Mariposa St
86 locals recommend
Established brewery offers historic walking tours of the building followed by a tasting session.

Arts & Culture

Over 18,000 Asian artworks & artifacts in the updated former main library opposite City Hall
286 locals recommend
Asian Art Museum
200 Larkin St
286 locals recommend
Over 18,000 Asian artworks & artifacts in the updated former main library opposite City Hall
Gallery showcasing a variety of contemporary craft & design work with monthly events & a gift shop. -
31 locals recommend
Museum of Craft and Design
2569 3rd St
31 locals recommend
Gallery showcasing a variety of contemporary craft & design work with monthly events & a gift shop. -

Entertainment & Activities

Home to the San Francisco Giants, this ballpark with bay views offers tours & hosts special events.
596 locals recommend
Oracle Park
24 Willie Mays Plaza
596 locals recommend
Home to the San Francisco Giants, this ballpark with bay views offers tours & hosts special events.

Sightseeing

Grassy hilltop preserve providing bird & flower habitat & views as far as the Golden Gate Bridge.
8 locals recommend
Starr King Open Space
1215 Carolina St
8 locals recommend
Grassy hilltop preserve providing bird & flower habitat & views as far as the Golden Gate Bridge.