You might have to wait, but it's worth it. Classic Mexican cuisine and great margaritas. I always make a combo - it's just so personal.
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Communal dining can be a bit awkward, but so are first dates. Go ahead, #treatyodate.
Stop by during the day for some great people watching, day drinking, and relaxsunning. Or come by at night for a picturesque cityscape.
Hands down, the best Sushi near the Castro. They remember their regulars, and are always helpful with suggestions. Ask them what's great today!
The best Sushi Boat restaurant in SF! Take your time as the chefs will change up their offerings over the course of the night! I recommend splitting one boat at a time.
Order a clay pot dish! It may take a minute or two longer, but they're absolutely delicious.
Walk past the abandoned gun batteries dating back to the Spanish-American War to reach the best view of Golden Gate Bridge. Bring your hoodie or fleece though, as the wind gets chilly!
A great, casual spot to get your dim sum grub on in Chinatown. The hill is also a fantastic precursor to carb overload.
This is my house-warming gift go-to store, and by far my favorite shop in Chinatown. Enjoy the classic Chinatown tourist swag to the attic of games, and even a wall of wigs for us contemporary queens.
This is the closest liquor store to Dolores Park. Jump in here on a sunny day for a 6-pack, or my favorite: CHAMPAGNE !
Boy Bar on Friday Nights is my favorite night to go - obvs. The bartenders on the upper level tend to be the quickest at serving drinks, and the guys up here are [generally] good people.
Well, if you have to buy the essentials, you might as well go 'balls to the wall' when you're picking them up. [literally].
Charles Phan broke the mold for modern Vietnamese food when he opened the original, and the current incarnation remains the standard-bearer of ingredient-driven Asian cuisine. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Sweet Potatoes and Sesame Chicken. Rich. Flavorful. Fabulous. You can thank me later.
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Definitely worth the wait. The pizza is always AMAZING with very unique toppings and combinations. Some nights they also have jazz musicians which provide great entertainment! Read more.
The Chicken Tikka Masala contains a liberal amount of well done, boneless chicken pieces, which is surrounded by a rich and creamy orange sauce.
Two for one Frozen Margaritas, $2.00 beer night on Tuesdays,2 Happy hours on Friday second one starting at 9:00 PM, Pool Table.
A big piece of California history are the Missions. Cough up the entry fee and give yourself an hour of learning! Don't forget to check out the cemetery - I lived on the other side of the fence ;)
Great place for group dinners! We would cram 14 people in the back area real easily. Just be nice when you start stealing chairs. ;)
Did you know this rock wall is one side of a fault? Feel it! This smooth surface is called "slickensides." It was polished during eons of years of fault motion. Our video features this wall at 4:15. Read more.
Spot a wig! Sometimes it can take weeks to complete just one wig. Learn about the Wig Master of the world-renowned San Francisco Opera from our Driven: True Stories of Inspiration video series, here: Read more.
Caramba is all about the breakfast burrito. You know ! for those mornings that insist on reminding you of what you did last night.. Chorizo. Bacon. Cheese. Salsa. GET EVERYTHING.
Gorgeous castle and winery in one! Sign up for a tour and tasting that will take you from the vineyards to the torture chamber to the tasting room.
Don't hole up in your room – go down to the Common Lounge to play video games and network with techies who're in town on business. If that isn't tempting enough, the lounge also has massage chairs. Read more.
Great vegetarian restaurant with an amazing lunch special - seriously, under $5!!
An easy breezy Castro-bordering spot to rely on for a solid, sometimes rather inventive, cocktail. Blackbird has super-nice bartenders, and a fun-loving mixed crowd that rarely gets out of control.
Order yourself a corn dog and pretzel. They're equally awesome and your tongue will thank me for giving you something to eat their amazing mustard with.
You're coming here for the noodle soups, and nothing else. Seriously, get the soups. Is it raining? soup! foggy? soup! cold? soup! night-time? soup!
Get the Geisha's Kiss and share some Lava Nachos. Then walk over to Yerba Buena Gardens to eat al fresco. So good and definitely worth the wait.
the kung pao chicken will knock your spicy socks off. highly recommended.
This place is great for groups: affordable and diverse menu. I usually stick with the classics: enchiladas or burritos. Oh, and did somebody say pitchers of margaritas?!
It's commonly—but mistakenly—said that Lombard Street between Hyde and Jones is San Francisco’s crookedest street. The most sinuous street in SF is actually Vermont Street just south of McKinley Park.
