Guidebook for San Francisco
Parks & Nature
This amazing canyon is only a few steps from our door and a real treasure in San Francisco. It is filled with hiking trails that range from easy to challenging. It has a state-of-the-art playground, tennis courts, community gardens, ball fields, and rec center. Go here to see some wild life in the middle of the city or listen to the Islais Creek trickle. Creeks to Peeks is a great 2 mile hike that begins in the canyon and takes you to the top of Twin Peaks for stellar views of the city and the Pacific!
180 locals recommend
Glen Canyon Park
Chenery StreetThis amazing canyon is only a few steps from our door and a real treasure in San Francisco. It is filled with hiking trails that range from easy to challenging. It has a state-of-the-art playground, tennis courts, community gardens, ball fields, and rec center. Go here to see some wild life in the middle of the city or listen to the Islais Creek trickle. Creeks to Peeks is a great 2 mile hike that begins in the canyon and takes you to the top of Twin Peaks for stellar views of the city and the Pacific!
China Beach
On a warm September day there is no better place to be!
Food Scene
Le P'tit Laurent
689 Chenery StA quaint French restaurant that is sure to wow!
With a chef that studied under masters in France you can never go wrong here! The treats are unbeatable! If you come by after 2 pm you can get 2 for 1 pastries that can be a great treat in the moment or breakfast the next day.
48 locals recommend
Destination Baking Company
598 Chenery StWith a chef that studied under masters in France you can never go wrong here! The treats are unbeatable! If you come by after 2 pm you can get 2 for 1 pastries that can be a great treat in the moment or breakfast the next day.
This is our go to coffee shop! They roast their own beans and have been voted some of the best coffee in the city. I particularly love their green tea lattes!
60 locals recommend
Bello Coffee & Tea
2885 Diamond StThis is our go to coffee shop! They roast their own beans and have been voted some of the best coffee in the city. I particularly love their green tea lattes!
With amazing cocktails and amazing cuisine this place can't be beat! It's by far our favorite Indian cuisine in the city! Try the Valencia or Fillmore location.
110 locals recommend
DOSA on Valencia
995 Valencia StWith amazing cocktails and amazing cuisine this place can't be beat! It's by far our favorite Indian cuisine in the city! Try the Valencia or Fillmore location.
Head here for the best gluten free treats in town. They have delicious baked goods, breads, treats, and a tasty lunch menu too!
Mariposa Baking Company
One Ferry BuildingHead here for the best gluten free treats in town. They have delicious baked goods, breads, treats, and a tasty lunch menu too!
An all organic restaurant that you can either dine-in (make reservations) or carry out. They have amazing salads, burgers, sandwiches, smoothies, juices and desserts. This is an awesome place to eat if you're looking to stay healthy while in town. But don't worry, they also have a killer piece of German Chocolate cake!
20 locals recommend
The Plant Cafe Organic
The EmbarcaderoAn all organic restaurant that you can either dine-in (make reservations) or carry out. They have amazing salads, burgers, sandwiches, smoothies, juices and desserts. This is an awesome place to eat if you're looking to stay healthy while in town. But don't worry, they also have a killer piece of German Chocolate cake!
Everything is delicious no matter what. This vegetarian restaurant has its own garden located north of the bridge and will never let you down. Check it out for brunch and then walk around Fort Mason!
89 locals recommend
Greens
2 Marina BlvdEverything is delicious no matter what. This vegetarian restaurant has its own garden located north of the bridge and will never let you down. Check it out for brunch and then walk around Fort Mason!
Shopping
We love our neighborhood bookstore! It's a cozy place that is great for perusing on a rainy day. There are also live readings, jazz, and other performances weekly so be sure to drop in for a detailed weekly schedule.
45 locals recommend
Bird & Beckett Books & Records
653 Chenery StWe love our neighborhood bookstore! It's a cozy place that is great for perusing on a rainy day. There are also live readings, jazz, and other performances weekly so be sure to drop in for a detailed weekly schedule.
The best neighborhood market with the best butcher shop around! They also have an amazing sandwhich menu and prepared foods selection.
156 locals recommend
Canyon Market
2815 Diamond StThe best neighborhood market with the best butcher shop around! They also have an amazing sandwhich menu and prepared foods selection.
We got addicted to the original (located on Clement Street in the Inner Richmond) but have quickly become huge fans of this location.
9 locals recommend
Green Apple Books on the Park
1231 9th AveWe got addicted to the original (located on Clement Street in the Inner Richmond) but have quickly become huge fans of this location.
Drinks & Nightlife
For something a little different from your usual bar check this place out. You can grab an amazing cocktail and play a game of mini golf. The course, just like the cocktails, is creative and fun. The menu is also awesome here with everything from grass-fed burgers to vegan and gluten free options.
147 locals recommend
Urban Putt
1096 S Van Ness AveFor something a little different from your usual bar check this place out. You can grab an amazing cocktail and play a game of mini golf. The course, just like the cocktails, is creative and fun. The menu is also awesome here with everything from grass-fed burgers to vegan and gluten free options.
Tosca
242 Columbus AveCreative cocktails and awesome vibe!
Sightseeing
We take everyone here when they come to visit no matter how many times they have been before. The view from the top of the peaks is amazing no matter the weather. Recently a portion of the raod has been closed and is now open for pedestrians only. It's a great place to take in the view of the city and the ocean and everything in between. It can be windy and cold up there though so bring a jacket!
727 locals recommend
Twin Peaks
We take everyone here when they come to visit no matter how many times they have been before. The view from the top of the peaks is amazing no matter the weather. Recently a portion of the raod has been closed and is now open for pedestrians only. It's a great place to take in the view of the city and the ocean and everything in between. It can be windy and cold up there though so bring a jacket!
Entertainment & Activities
This museum has it all: an aquarium, planetarium, living roof, swamp, rainforest, and an opportunity to experience an earthquake!
816 locals recommend
California Academy of Sciences
55 Music Concourse DrThis museum has it all: an aquarium, planetarium, living roof, swamp, rainforest, and an opportunity to experience an earthquake!