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GOOP: GO San Francisco
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

1. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

7.4
495 Geary St (at Taylor St), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · Tenderloin · 160 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Elegant, modern and uber-designed, this Phillippe Starck designed hotel is one of the hippest places to stay. Have a drink at or just peek into the Redwood Room, a classic bar with redwood paneling

Zuni Café is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

2. Zuni Café

8.8
1658 Market St (at Rose St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Civic Center · 318 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: The menu at this classic restaurant changes daily but the delicious food remains a constant. The specialties here are the Roast Chicken and the Bread Salad.

3. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

8.7
757 Market St (at 3rd St), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · SoMa · 74 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Although I find that the Four Seasons can be hit and miss, this elegant and airy space right in the middle of downtown San Francisco is ideally located for walking around the heart of the city.

Slanted Door is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

4. Slanted Door

1 Ferry Building #3 (at The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Financial District · 451 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: THE place for Vietnamese. The emphasis is on fresh and organic ingredients. For a quick fix, you can also pick up food to-go at their counter in the Ferry Building marketplace.

Yank Sing is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

5. Yank Sing

8.5
101 Spear St (inside Rincon Center), San Francisco, CA
Dim Sum Restaurant · Financial District · 229 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Authentic Dim Sum with every dumpling you can imagine. The restaurant's capacity doubles on the weekends, but weekdays are definitely the best time for a meal, for a full menu and half the crowd.

Swan Oyster Depot is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

6. Swan Oyster Depot

8.7
1517 Polk St (btwn Sacramento & California St.), San Francisco, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Polk Gulch · 220 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Kelly and Christy love the Dungeness Crab Louie and the incredibly fresh oysters that they order with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. There is only bar seating and it’s hard to get a seat, so expect a line.

A16 is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

7. A16

8.3
2355 Chestnut St (btwn Divisadero & Scott St), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Marina District · 161 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: The southern Italian cuisine here is delicious, but the highlight is definitely the wine. The wood-fired thin-crust pizza is not to be missed. Be sure to pick up the A16 cookbook.

SPQR is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

8. SPQR

7.9
1911 Fillmore St (btwn Bush & Pine St), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Lower Pacific Heights · 172 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: A16’s sister restaurant, SPQR focuses on traditional Italian dishes which include fresh, house-made pastas and has a selective attitude toward Italian wine. Go with a group and try their small plates.

Ferry Building Marketplace is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

9. Ferry Building Marketplace

9.3
1 Ferry Building (at The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Market · Financial District · 468 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: This gorgeous building right on the Embarcadero houses some of SF’s most notable food merchants including Hog Island Oyster Company, Cowgirl Creamery’s Artisan Cheese Shop, Bluebottle coffee, etc.

Cielo is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

10. Cielo

2225 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA
Boutique · Pacific Heights · 1 tip

Laura C.Laura C: Designers such as Haider Ackermann, Dries Van Noten, Ann Demeulemeester, Yohji Yamamoto, Limi Feu, Sacai, Rick Owens, Marni, and Marsell shoes and the buyers choose the best pieces.

Bar Bambino is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

11. Bar Bambino

2931 16th St, San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Mission District · 24 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: This Italian restaurant/wine-bar is a bit off the beaten path on 16th street in The Mission. The space and rustic food creates a cozy and memorable experience. The cheese plate is a major highlight.

Chez Spencer is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

12. Chez Spencer

82 14th St (at Folsom St), San Francisco, CA
French Restaurant · Mission District · 27 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Sophisticated French bistro fare in an airy but warm space. Make sure to have one of their delicious cocktails before your meal.

Hotel Vitale is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

13. Hotel Vitale

7.6
8 Mission St (The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · Financial District · 66 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: On the Embarcadero, right across the street from the Ferry Building, this super-holistic hotel has a full menu of spa treatments for both vacationing and business travelers.

14. Rye

8.3
688 Geary St (at Leavenworth St), San Francisco, CA
Cocktail Bar · Lower Nob Hill · 140 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: For after dinner drinks, head to Rye where the bartenders will concoct the drink of your choice using the freshest ingredients.

Spruce is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

15. Spruce

8.9
3640 Sacramento St (btwn Spruce & Locust St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Presidio Heights · 133 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: A great place for a dressed-up dinner. The food spans a variety of cuisines but the emphasis remains on local and organic fare.

Nopa is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

16. Nopa

9.1
560 Divisadero St (at Hayes St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Alamo Square · 557 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Nopa prides itself for being a real San Francisco community center. They support Bay Area artisans (check out the mural!) and serve local, rustic food.

Farina is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

17. Farina

3560 18th St (btwn Valencia & Guerrero), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Mission Dolores · 55 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: In a city full of Italian restaurants, this is the place to go for fresh pasta.

Dish Clothing is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

18. Dish Clothing

7.2
541 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA
Clothing Store · Hayes Valley · 3 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: A favorite for good price points.

Carrots is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

19. Carrots

843 Montgomery St (Jackson), San Francisco, CA
Boutique · Jackson Square · 6 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Keywords: unique, cutting-edge, local.

The Grocery Store is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

20. The Grocery Store

3625 Sacramento St (btwn Spruce & Locust St.), San Francisco, CA
Boutique · Presidio Heights · 2 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: You’ll find designers and pieces you won’t find anywhere else in San Francisco like Comme Des Garcons, Miu Miu, James Perse and designer jeans galore.

Metier is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

21. Metier

355 Sutter St (btwn Stockton St. & Grant Ave.), San Francisco, CA
Boutique · Downtown San Francisco-Union Square · 4 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Handpicked clothing with a bohemian edge. Brands include Zero Maria Cornejo, Isabel Marant, and No. 6 among others.

Philanthropist is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

22. Philanthropist

3571 Sacramento St (btw Locust & Laurel), San Francisco, CA
Women's Store · Presidio Heights · 3 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: This store carries all the brands you’d want – Phillip Lim, Vera Wang, Zac Posen, Stella McCartney. All your money goes directly to charity. Each quarter the owners choose a charity to contribute to.

Gimme Shoes is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

23. Gimme Shoes

381 Hayes St (btwn Gough & Franklin St.), San Francisco, CA
Shoe Store · Civic Center · 1 tip

Laura C.Laura C: This is THE best shoe store!

24. honeys & heroes

3366 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA
Children's Clothing Store · Presidio Heights · 1 tip

Laura C.Laura C: Find unique pieces for kids from all the cool brands like Ella Moss and Vans for kids plus many unknowns and up-and comers.

25. teashi

2340 Polk St, San Francisco, CA
Spa · Polk Gulch · 3 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: This is a beautifully designed space for the ultimate manicure and pedicure. Who knew there were so many kinds of treatments? Time Defense Mani, Scandle Mani, Back To Natural…

Seward Street Slides is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

26. Seward Street Slides

7.4
Seward St (at Douglass), San Francisco, CA
Playground · Eureka Valley · 38 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Slides made of cement that are said to have been designed by a young 14 year old girl who won a park design contest. Walk up the Douglass Hill steps to Kite Hill for views overlooking the city.

27. Conifer

2828 Webster St (Union), San Francisco, CA
Boutique · Union Street · 3 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: The store showcases New York designers like one of a kind jewelry from DLC Brooklyn made with vintage chains and select clothing pieces by Built by Wendy. Many items are handmade and sustainable.

Toujours Lingerie is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

28. Toujours Lingerie

2484 Sacramento St (at Fillmore St), San Francisco, CA
Lingerie Store · Pacific Heights · 3 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Toujours is tiny but perfect. Bev is a wealth of gorgeous lingerie knowledge. The store has sexy, comfy and in between. I love this girly shop, it smells delicious too - like lavender sachets.

AB Fits is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

29. AB Fits

8.2
1519 Grant Ave (at Union St), San Francisco, CA
Clothing Store · North Beach · 9 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: A-B Fits has many hip brands and carries APC denim, which I think looks incredible on men.

HUF is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

30. HUF

812 Sutter St (at Jones), San Francisco, CA
Board Store · Lower Nob Hill · 3 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Has the best and most original sneaker collection in SF. You will find the latest and greatest from Nike, Adidas, Reebok and Vans. It's fun to browse the store even if you are not a huge sneaker fan.

MUDPIE is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

31. MUDPIE

6.8
2185 Fillmore St (btwn California & Sacramento St), San Francisco, CA
Children's Clothing Store · Pacific Heights · 3 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Mudpie in the Marina has gorgeous clothing gifts for babies as well as beautiful accessories, toys, furniture and specialty make believe items. They also do gorgeous gift-wrapping.

Jungle Red is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

32. Jungle Red

4233 18th St, San Francisco, CA
Hair Salon · Castro · 6 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Hip and chic without screaming hip and chic. The front desk staff are always incredibly cheerful and helpful and I have been impressed with all of the colorists and stylists I have booked with.

International Orange is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

33. International Orange

8.9
2044 Fillmore St Fl 2 (California), San Francisco, CA
Spa · Pacific Heights · 9 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: This yoga studio/day spa, named after the paint color of the Golden Gate Bridge, is an open space of Zen in the city. Restorative and vinyasa yoga available by group classes, privates or workshops.

dermaplus skin + body is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

34. dermaplus skin + body

1728 Union St (at Gough), San Francisco, CA
Spa · Union Street · 2 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Julie has perfected the art of waxing and her facials always leave you feeling like you have brand new skin!

Little Star Pizza is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

35. Little Star Pizza

8.9
400 Valencia St (at 15th St), San Francisco, CA
Pizzeria · Mission Dolores · 152 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: They serve both thin and thick crust and they do both options just right. Daily specials change constantly and seasonally and always surprise. No reservations and cash only.

Little Star Pizza is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

36. Little Star Pizza

8.8
846 Divisadero St (btwn Mcallister St & Fulton St), San Francisco, CA
Pizzeria · Alamo Square · 144 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: They serve both thin and thick crust and they do both options just right. Daily specials change constantly and seasonally and always surprise. No reservations and cash only.

Pizzeria Delfina is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

37. Pizzeria Delfina

9.0
3611 18th St (btwn Guerrero St & Oakwood St), San Francisco, CA
Pizzeria · Mission Dolores · 265 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Fantastic Italian menu and delicious fresh pizzas. Although Delfina is usually crowded and hard to get in, the pizzeria next door that is smaller and open for lunch tends to have more openings.

Pizzetta 211 is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

38. Pizzetta 211

9.2
211 23rd Ave (at California St), San Francisco, CA
Pizzeria · Outer Richmond · 95 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: My sister is swearing by Pizzetta 211 saying "It is the super secret bombdiggity."

Nick's Crispy Tacos is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

39. Nick's Crispy Tacos

7.1
1500 Broadway (at Polk St), San Francisco, CA
Taco Restaurant · Polk Gulch · 217 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Open during the day as it is operated out of a portion of a Night Club. The best tacos, crispy or regular with perfect guacamole, elote and melon juice. Tuesdays: $2 tacos/$10 pitchers!

Nopalito is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

40. Nopalito

8.7
306 Broderick St, San Francisco, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Panhandle · 261 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Sustainable, organic and healthy Mexican food. And of course there are many Taquerias in the Mission District where you cannot go wrong when searching for authentic Mexican Cuisine

41. Three Seasons - SF

3317 Steiner St (Lombard), San Francisco, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Marina District · 3 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Three Seasons is a wonderful restaurant to go when you are in the mood for Vietnamese spring rolls. There are many types of rolls both fresh and fried, and they are made with the finest ingredients.

Bi-Rite Creamery is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

42. Bi-Rite Creamery

9.2
3692 18th St (at Dolores St), San Francisco, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Mission Dolores · 688 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Bi-Rite’s creamery across the street from the market serving local, organic ice cream. The service and atmosphere are very neighborhood and community oriented.

43. Bi-Rite Market

9.1
3639 18th St (btwn Guerrero & Oakwood St), San Francisco, CA
Grocery Store · Mission Dolores · 137 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: The place to go for local, organic, and sustainable snacks and groceries. Produce here is always fresh and there are lots of samples offered. They cater and have a seasonal deli with a changing menu.

Lovejoy's Tearoom is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

44. Lovejoy's Tearoom

8.6
1351 Church St (at Clipper St), San Francisco, CA
Tea Room · Dolores Heights · 29 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Lovejoy's Tea Room is adorable and eclectic. It is the perfect spot to host a high tea or bring a small group of children for a tea party.

Exploratorium is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

45. Exploratorium

9.2
Pier 15 (at The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Science Museum · Northern Waterfront · 334 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Science Museum great for children and adults. Features the Tactile Dome, which is a maze of tunnels and slides that you go through completely in the dark using your sense of touch to get you through.

Four Barrel Coffee is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

46. Four Barrel Coffee

9.1
375 Valencia St (btwn 14th St & 15th St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Mission District · 507 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Four Barrel Coffee is all the rage at the moment and for good reason, the coffee is excellent.

Tartine Bakery is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

47. Tartine Bakery

9.0
600 Guerrero St (at 18th St), San Francisco, CA
Bakery · Mission Dolores · 768 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: You can also find Four Barrel Coffee served at Tartine, a popular and delicious bakery that is worth a visit.

Mission Dolores Park is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

48. Mission Dolores Park

9.4
Dolores & Church St (btwn 18th & 20th St), San Francisco, CA
Park · Mission Dolores · 505 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Dolores Park movie night is really fun! Grab a blanket and your buddies and you are set for the night.

California Academy of Sciences is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

49. California Academy of Sciences

9.4
55 Music Concourse Dr (at Martin Luther King Jr Dr), San Francisco, CA
Science Museum · Golden Gate Park · 510 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: Nightlife at Calif. Academy of Sciences on Thursday nights (adults only / bars / djs).

candy darling is one of GOOP: GO San Francisco.

50. candy darling

San Francisco, CA
Restaurant · Lower Nob Hill · 2 tips and reviews

Laura C.Laura C: This adorable, simple and completely wonderful corner candy shop has the warmest service and most incredible English toffee and saltwater caramels.