Guidebook for San Francisco
Food Scene
If you need some caffeine, look no further than across the street, where they serve Illy coffee drinks. I like to get a latte, a slice of their cakes, and just sit and people watch.
24 locals recommend
Caffe Greco
423 Columbus AveIf you need some caffeine, look no further than across the street, where they serve Illy coffee drinks. I like to get a latte, a slice of their cakes, and just sit and people watch.
It's the only In-N-Out in San Francisco. If you've never been, you have to go - it's a California thing.
52 locals recommend
In-N-Out Burger
333 Jefferson StIt's the only In-N-Out in San Francisco. If you've never been, you have to go - it's a California thing.
If you're craving Asian Fusion (and seafood), The House has a great inventive menu. It's a small, cozy restaurant, so would recommend a reservation.
68 locals recommend
The House
1230 Grant AveIf you're craving Asian Fusion (and seafood), The House has a great inventive menu. It's a small, cozy restaurant, so would recommend a reservation.
The most popular brunch spot in North Beach. No reservations and really long lines, but if you get there early (8am), the wait is much shorter. Known for its Monte Cristo sandwich.
127 locals recommend
Mama's On Washington Square
1701 Stockton StThe most popular brunch spot in North Beach. No reservations and really long lines, but if you get there early (8am), the wait is much shorter. Known for its Monte Cristo sandwich.
It's not really a bakery, but more of a to-go dim sum place. Gets busy around 11am, but the line moves fast. Be prepared to get yelled at by the women working behind the counter. Cash only. What I order there: Shrimp and pork shumai BBQ pork buns Pan-fried turnip cakes Chive & shrimp dumplings Shrimp dumplings Malaysian sponge cake.
18 locals recommend
Good Mong Kok Bakery
1039 Stockton StIt's not really a bakery, but more of a to-go dim sum place. Gets busy around 11am, but the line moves fast. Be prepared to get yelled at by the women working behind the counter. Cash only. What I order there: Shrimp and pork shumai BBQ pork buns Pan-fried turnip cakes Chive & shrimp dumplings Shrimp dumplings Malaysian sponge cake.
Tony's is arguably the best pizza in SF - they have a variety of different coal-fired types. Instead of waiting 2 hrs to get a table, head over the Slicehouse to get slices to-go or call-in a made-to-order pizza.
177 locals recommend
Tony's Pizza Napoletana
1570 Stockton StTony's is arguably the best pizza in SF - they have a variety of different coal-fired types. Instead of waiting 2 hrs to get a table, head over the Slicehouse to get slices to-go or call-in a made-to-order pizza.
For a quick bite either mid-afternoon or late at night, walk a block over to Golden Boy! They sell pizza by the slice. My favorite is their clam pizza. Cash only!
89 locals recommend
Golden Boy Pizza
542 Green StFor a quick bite either mid-afternoon or late at night, walk a block over to Golden Boy! They sell pizza by the slice. My favorite is their clam pizza. Cash only!
It's like a Chinese Eataly. It's part high-end food court/restaurant and part market. If you like tea, they have a tea bar at the front that serves some high quality teas. In the main 'food court' area, you can get a variety of dishes, including dim sum, traditional Chinese dishes, and a great sesame soft-serve with mango shaved ice dessert. Walk-in only.
31 locals recommend
China Live
644 BroadwayIt's like a Chinese Eataly. It's part high-end food court/restaurant and part market. If you like tea, they have a tea bar at the front that serves some high quality teas. In the main 'food court' area, you can get a variety of dishes, including dim sum, traditional Chinese dishes, and a great sesame soft-serve with mango shaved ice dessert. Walk-in only.
High-end at an affordable price point. I've been 3 times and it's never disappointed! For $35, you get a 3-course pre-fixe menu! And if you want, add the $10 pasta supplement, which I like to split between 2 people. Because it's so popular, advanced reservations required.
13 locals recommend
Trestle
531 Jackson StHigh-end at an affordable price point. I've been 3 times and it's never disappointed! For $35, you get a 3-course pre-fixe menu! And if you want, add the $10 pasta supplement, which I like to split between 2 people. Because it's so popular, advanced reservations required.
Experience the famous Cruffin - croissant + muffin. Arrive early so you don't have to wait in line too long. But oh my, the boxes are so fabulous as well.
52 locals recommend
Mr. Holmes Bakehouse
1042 Larkin StExperience the famous Cruffin - croissant + muffin. Arrive early so you don't have to wait in line too long. But oh my, the boxes are so fabulous as well.
Drinks & Nightlife
Live music on almost every evening. Nice whiskey/bourbon-based cocktails.
48 locals recommend
Comstock Saloon
155 Columbus AveLive music on almost every evening. Nice whiskey/bourbon-based cocktails.
Large bar with apothecary-style drinks served by very hip bartenders.
18 locals recommend
The Devil's Acre
256 Columbus AveLarge bar with apothecary-style drinks served by very hip bartenders.
Famous bar where the great Bob Dylan once hung out. Located right next to City Lights bookstore, it's the place where the great poets of yore gathered for drinks and fun.
57 locals recommend
Vesuvio Cafe
255 Columbus AveFamous bar where the great Bob Dylan once hung out. Located right next to City Lights bookstore, it's the place where the great poets of yore gathered for drinks and fun.
Essentials
If you need same-day service, drop off your laundry at May Lee's in the morning. Wash-and-fold is $1.20 per pound. Cash only.
May Lee Laundry
1350 Grant AveIf you need same-day service, drop off your laundry at May Lee's in the morning. Wash-and-fold is $1.20 per pound. Cash only.
My favorite grocery store. They have everything you need - alcohol, awesome snacks, ready-made salads, and all the necessities.
395 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
401 Bay StMy favorite grocery store. They have everything you need - alcohol, awesome snacks, ready-made salads, and all the necessities.
Sightseeing
Rent a bike and ride along the Marina across the Golden Gate Bridge. There are plenty of bike rentals in North Beach (e.g., Blazing Saddles).
1321 locals recommend
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate BridgeRent a bike and ride along the Marina across the Golden Gate Bridge. There are plenty of bike rentals in North Beach (e.g., Blazing Saddles).
Lombard Street
Lombard StreetOne of the most famous and most photographed streets in SF.
Coit Tower
Worth a quick climb up to get some great views!