Guidebook for San Francisco
Food Scene
Rotisserie chicken & small plates are on the modern Peruvian menu at this casual Mission eatery.
348 habitants recommandent
Four Barrel Coffee
375 Valencia StRotisserie chicken & small plates are on the modern Peruvian menu at this casual Mission eatery.
East German eatery serving classic dishes like sausages & schnitzel as well as imported beers. A few doors down from the flat
18 habitants recommandent
Walzwerk
381 S Van Ness AveEast German eatery serving classic dishes like sausages & schnitzel as well as imported beers. A few doors down from the flat
This tiny Japanese joint fills up with fans of its sushi rolls & nightly specials.
Try the baked mussels, spicy hamachi, baked sea bass. Go at 4:30 (they open at 5) to avoid long line!
49 habitants recommandent
Sushi Zone
1815 Market StThis tiny Japanese joint fills up with fans of its sushi rolls & nightly specials.
Try the baked mussels, spicy hamachi, baked sea bass. Go at 4:30 (they open at 5) to avoid long line!
Known for its brunch, this neighborhood cafe serves a market-driven Californian menu all day. Go early: brunch line gets reallllly long!
161 habitants recommandent
Mission Beach Cafe
Known for its brunch, this neighborhood cafe serves a market-driven Californian menu all day. Go early: brunch line gets reallllly long!
Neighborhood trattoria offering homey Northern Italian dishes & a broad wine list in a casual space.
598 habitants recommandent
Pizzeria Delfina
3621 18th StNeighborhood trattoria offering homey Northern Italian dishes & a broad wine list in a casual space.
Nautical-themed neighborhood spot for New England-style seafood like lobster rolls & fried clams.
39 habitants recommandent
Woodhouse Fish Company
2073 Market StNautical-themed neighborhood spot for New England-style seafood like lobster rolls & fried clams.
Judy Rogers' bustling Market Street bistro serving famous roast chicken & other wood-fired eats. Oysters and full bar. One of the city's finest establishments. Need to make a reservation
165 habitants recommandent
Zuni Café
1658 Market StJudy Rogers' bustling Market Street bistro serving famous roast chicken & other wood-fired eats. Oysters and full bar. One of the city's finest establishments. Need to make a reservation
Bi-level cafe set in a converted carriage house with a patio, serving simple breakfast & lunch fare. Nice outdoor seating area
50 habitants recommandent
Stable Cafe
2128 Folsom StBi-level cafe set in a converted carriage house with a patio, serving simple breakfast & lunch fare. Nice outdoor seating area
Old world-style meats, breads, pasta & more at an acclaimed yet earthy deli & market.
83 habitants recommandent
Salumeria
3000 20th StOld world-style meats, breads, pasta & more at an acclaimed yet earthy deli & market.
Beautiful mochas, Verve coffee, pastries, tea, nice place to get a little work done
15 habitants recommandent
Sofia Cafe
3463 16th StreetBeautiful mochas, Verve coffee, pastries, tea, nice place to get a little work done
Chic Mission hangout with Argentinean grilled meats & small plates plus a terrace & 2 cocktail bars.
224 habitants recommandent
El Techo
2516 Mission StChic Mission hangout with Argentinean grilled meats & small plates plus a terrace & 2 cocktail bars.
Tacos, small plates & tequila drinks are on offer at this popular local chain’s Mission outpost.
360 habitants recommandent
Tacolicious
741 Valencia StTacos, small plates & tequila drinks are on offer at this popular local chain’s Mission outpost.
Roman classics, cocktails & a formidable wine list round out the menu at this local favorite.
112 habitants recommandent
Locanda
557 Valencia StRoman classics, cocktails & a formidable wine list round out the menu at this local favorite.
Local ingredients add West Coast flavor to rustic regional recipes from the Midwest & South.
13 habitants recommandent
CatHead's BBQ
1665 Folsom StLocal ingredients add West Coast flavor to rustic regional recipes from the Midwest & South.
Unusual flavor combinations like maple bacon mark this hip, compact stop for donuts & coffee.
199 habitants recommandent
Dynamo Donut and Coffee
2760 24th StUnusual flavor combinations like maple bacon mark this hip, compact stop for donuts & coffee.
Fans of vegan tacos & other Mexican eats grab a seat at this festive cantina's communal tables.
150 habitants recommandent
Gracias Madre
2211 Mission StFans of vegan tacos & other Mexican eats grab a seat at this festive cantina's communal tables.
A rotating group of food trucks parked in an outdoor setting with a heated seating area.
95 habitants recommandent
SoMa StrEat Food Park
428 11th StA rotating group of food trucks parked in an outdoor setting with a heated seating area.
Coffee made from locally roasted beans, pastries, fresh juice, delicious salads and sandwiches, pizzas & daily specials in a modern setting. Great lunch and work spot
72 habitants recommandent
Coffee Bar
1890 Bryant StreetCoffee made from locally roasted beans, pastries, fresh juice, delicious salads and sandwiches, pizzas & daily specials in a modern setting. Great lunch and work spot
A standout wine list pairs with Californian-Mediterranean fare at this bistro with a convivial vibe.
59 habitants recommandent
Heirloom Café
2500 Folsom StA standout wine list pairs with Californian-Mediterranean fare at this bistro with a convivial vibe.
This informal New American spot attracts brunch crowds & also serves market-driven lunch & dinner.
123 habitants recommandent
Universal Cafe
2814 19th StThis informal New American spot attracts brunch crowds & also serves market-driven lunch & dinner.
Ingredients on the Californian menu are sourced within a 100-mi. radius of this rustic eatery.
38 habitants recommandent
El Capitan
1123 Folsom StreetIngredients on the Californian menu are sourced within a 100-mi. radius of this rustic eatery.
Sleek trattoria attracting a hip crowd with handmade pasta, Neapolitan pies & other Italian dishes.
49 habitants recommandent
Farina
3560 18th StreetSleek trattoria attracting a hip crowd with handmade pasta, Neapolitan pies & other Italian dishes.
Burgers & a little more (including bone marrow) plus cocktails in a space at Bruno's nightclub.
9 habitants recommandent
KronnerBurger
4063 Piedmont AvenueBurgers & a little more (including bone marrow) plus cocktails in a space at Bruno's nightclub.
Trendy crowds line up for the imaginative Chinese eats at this casual, nationally known destination
153 habitants recommandent
Mission Chinese Food
2234 Mission StTrendy crowds line up for the imaginative Chinese eats at this casual, nationally known destination
Traditional Jewish deli offerings like pastrami & corned beef made in-house with local ingredients.
146 habitants recommandent
Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen
3150 24th StTraditional Jewish deli offerings like pastrami & corned beef made in-house with local ingredients.
Open since 1953 & selling to-go Mexican foods, including house-made tortillas, plus Latin groceries. Delicious and authentic!!
70 habitants recommandent
La Palma Mexicatessen
2884 24th StOpen since 1953 & selling to-go Mexican foods, including house-made tortillas, plus Latin groceries. Delicious and authentic!!
Organic ingredients provide the makings for breakfast pastries, fresh baked breads, cakes and hot pressed sandwiches & coffee.
768 habitants recommandent
Tartine Bakery
600 Guerrero StOrganic ingredients provide the makings for breakfast pastries, fresh baked breads, cakes and hot pressed sandwiches & coffee.
Crowds eat Californian-Mediterranean fare (& a popular brunch) in an outdoor space screening films.
343 habitants recommandent
Foreign Cinema
2534 Mission StCrowds eat Californian-Mediterranean fare (& a popular brunch) in an outdoor space screening films.
Tiny, informal eatery serving French bistro classics ranging from burgers to crêpes to mussels. First come first serve, write your name on the wait list board out front
178 habitants recommandent
Chez maman east
1401 18th StTiny, informal eatery serving French bistro classics ranging from burgers to crêpes to mussels. First come first serve, write your name on the wait list board out front
Handcrafted pizzas, small bites & unique cocktails keep this trendy spot hopping.
282 habitants recommandent
Beretta
1199 Valencia StHandcrafted pizzas, small bites & unique cocktails keep this trendy spot hopping.
Handcrafted Italian grub, including pasta & wood-fired pizza, served in a casual, rustic space.
266 habitants recommandent
Flour + Water
2401 Harrison StHandcrafted Italian grub, including pasta & wood-fired pizza, served in a casual, rustic space.
Sit-down sibling to Tartine Bakery, serving a menu of Californian-inspired Eastern European dishes.
79 habitants recommandent
Bar Tartine
561 Valencia StreetSit-down sibling to Tartine Bakery, serving a menu of Californian-inspired Eastern European dishes.
Pours from boutique wineries & international brews alongside small plates & an in-house library.
27 habitants recommandent
Mavelous Coffee Bar & Little Griddle
1455 Market StPours from boutique wineries & international brews alongside small plates & an in-house library.
Laid-back local chain specializes in custom-blended coffees, plus teas, specialty drinks & pastries.
913 habitants recommandent
Philz Coffee
3101 24th StLaid-back local chain specializes in custom-blended coffees, plus teas, specialty drinks & pastries.
The menu at this tiny, nondescript Japanese venue includes organic & vegan dishes as well as sushi.
Minako Organic Japanese Restaurant
2154 Mission StreetThe menu at this tiny, nondescript Japanese venue includes organic & vegan dishes as well as sushi.
Homegrown ingredients go into the pies & salads at this family-friendly pizzeria with a wine room.
10 habitants recommandent
Pauline's Pizza & Wine Bar
Homegrown ingredients go into the pies & salads at this family-friendly pizzeria with a wine room.
One step above a taqueria this restaurant has decent food, friendly staff, and plenty of seating.
8 habitants recommandent
Gallardo's
3248 18th StOne step above a taqueria this restaurant has decent food, friendly staff, and plenty of seating.
Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment in the beautiful Heath Ceramics building!
58 habitants recommandent
Blue Bottle Coffee
2900 18th StreetTrendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment in the beautiful Heath Ceramics building!
Aside from its tasty small plates- and charcuterie-focused menu, it's also known for its vast booze selection and dimly lit ambiance.
Beast and the Hare
1001 Guerrero StreetAside from its tasty small plates- and charcuterie-focused menu, it's also known for its vast booze selection and dimly lit ambiance.
Expertly crafted high-end Mexican dishes and over-the-top fun atmosphere and decor. Must-eats: The to-die-for guac, the tuna tacon featuring seared tuna, shellfish aioli, avocado, & roasted tomatillo
171 habitants recommandent
Loló
974 Valencia StExpertly crafted high-end Mexican dishes and over-the-top fun atmosphere and decor. Must-eats: The to-die-for guac, the tuna tacon featuring seared tuna, shellfish aioli, avocado, & roasted tomatillo
Seasonal New American menu showcasing fresh, local ingredients in a modern, industrial space.
36 habitants recommandent
Slow Club
2501 Mariposa StreetSeasonal New American menu showcasing fresh, local ingredients in a modern, industrial space.
Californian fare made with local ingredients & modern techniques in a lively setting with a patio
82 habitants recommandent
Central Kitchen
3000 20th StCalifornian fare made with local ingredients & modern techniques in a lively setting with a patio
Breakfast & lunch eatery specializing in upgraded takes on grilled-cheese sandwiches
20 habitants recommandent
The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen
2400 Harrison StreetBreakfast & lunch eatery specializing in upgraded takes on grilled-cheese sandwiches
Airy Mission cafe with vintage wallpaper featuring Bay Area seafood, a raw bar & natural wines.
20 habitants recommandent
Local's Corner
2500 Bryant StreetAiry Mission cafe with vintage wallpaper featuring Bay Area seafood, a raw bar & natural wines.
Farm-to-table American comfort food served in a lively, rustic dining room with oak-barrel tables
261 habitants recommandent
Plow
1299 18th StFarm-to-table American comfort food served in a lively, rustic dining room with oak-barrel tables
Bohemian, art-lined cafe serving breakfast, sandwiches & casual American bites, plus beer & wine.
Mission Public
233 14th StreetBohemian, art-lined cafe serving breakfast, sandwiches & casual American bites, plus beer & wine.
Artisanal coffee mini-chain that cultivates relationships with growers & roasts the beans on-site.
295 habitants recommandent
Ritual Coffee Roasters
1026 Valencia StArtisanal coffee mini-chain that cultivates relationships with growers & roasts the beans on-site.
This Latin restaurant serves Spanish & Mayan cuisine, including poc-chuc (barbecued pork).
8 habitants recommandent
Poc-Chuc
2886 16th StThis Latin restaurant serves Spanish & Mayan cuisine, including poc-chuc (barbecued pork).
A trendy crowd flocks to this casual spot for seasonal grub & cocktails poured by mixologists.
71 habitants recommandent
Range
842 Valencia StreetA trendy crowd flocks to this casual spot for seasonal grub & cocktails poured by mixologists.
Grass-fed burgers & egg dishes, plus beer on tap & wine, top the menu at this cheery, narrow spot.
Cafe Zazo
64 14th StreetGrass-fed burgers & egg dishes, plus beer on tap & wine, top the menu at this cheery, narrow spot.
This busy chain is known for deep-dish pies with cornmeal crust, but it slings thin-crust too.
360 habitants recommandent
Little Star Pizza
846 Divisadero StThis busy chain is known for deep-dish pies with cornmeal crust, but it slings thin-crust too.
Curries & other Thai classics are offered at this contemporary chain
22 habitants recommandent
OSHA THAI RESTAURANT
819 Valencia StreetCurries & other Thai classics are offered at this contemporary chain
An open kitchen turns out innovative dishes by way of local produce & Korean culinary traditions.
73 habitants recommandent
Commissary
59 9th StAn open kitchen turns out innovative dishes by way of local produce & Korean culinary traditions.
Dosa specialist serving modern takes on Indian cuisine with a focus on local, organic ingredients.
110 habitants recommandent
DOSA on Valencia
995 Valencia StDosa specialist serving modern takes on Indian cuisine with a focus on local, organic ingredients.
Essentials
Warehouse co-op market stocks a range of organic vegetarian grocery items, bulk goods & supplements. Now featuring a coffee & tea bar
275 habitants recommandent
Rainbow Grocery
1745 Folsom StWarehouse co-op market stocks a range of organic vegetarian grocery items, bulk goods & supplements. Now featuring a coffee & tea bar
Celebrated neighborhood market garners raves for its locally sourced grocery items & house-made fare. Great place to grab a sandwich and head to Dolores Park :)
651 habitants recommandent
Bi-Rite Market
3639 18th StCelebrated neighborhood market garners raves for its locally sourced grocery items & house-made fare. Great place to grab a sandwich and head to Dolores Park :)
Imported Italian products sold alongside prepared sandwiches, pastas & soups for takeout
26 habitants recommandent
Lucca Ravioli Company
1100 Valencia StImported Italian products sold alongside prepared sandwiches, pastas & soups for takeout
No-nonsense grocery store selling locally produced items & prepared foods in a spare setting
37 habitants recommandent
Local Mission Market
2670 Harrison StreetNo-nonsense grocery store selling locally produced items & prepared foods in a spare setting
Eco-minded chain with natural & organic grocery items, housewares & other products, beer & wine, coffee, prepared foods, pizza, burritos, sushi, salad bar
905 habitants recommandent
Whole Foods Market
3950 24th StEco-minded chain with natural & organic grocery items, housewares & other products, beer & wine, coffee, prepared foods, pizza, burritos, sushi, salad bar
Drinks & Nightlife
This sleek, bi-level venue serves up Japanese small plates & sushi plus some 500 types of whiskey
46 habitants recommandent
Nihon Whisky Lounge
1779 Folsom StThis sleek, bi-level venue serves up Japanese small plates & sushi plus some 500 types of whiskey
Cozy spot in an old record store serves local brews, an extensive wine menu & modern American fare.
55 habitants recommandent
20 Spot
3565 20th StCozy spot in an old record store serves local brews, an extensive wine menu & modern American fare.
Intimate, candlelit wine bar with a curated wine list, cheese plates & walls with rotating artwork
33 habitants recommandent
Hôtel Biron
45 Rose StIntimate, candlelit wine bar with a curated wine list, cheese plates & walls with rotating artwork
Hipsters flock to this cavernous bar to devour gourmet pub grub & play pool or video games.
17 habitants recommandent
Dear Mom
Hipsters flock to this cavernous bar to devour gourmet pub grub & play pool or video games.
Lively locale for traditional pub fare & a long list of beers, including lots of Belgian varieties.
177 habitants recommandent
The Monk's Kettle
3141 16th StreetLively locale for traditional pub fare & a long list of beers, including lots of Belgian varieties.
Trendy hangout in a converted warehouse with an array of craft cocktails & eclectic small plates.
280 habitants recommandent
Trick Dog
3010 20th StTrendy hangout in a converted warehouse with an array of craft cocktails & eclectic small plates.
Dimly lit spot featuring liquor, beer, a jukebox & DJs plus a hidden cocktail room in the back
36 habitants recommandent
The Hideout
3121 16th StDimly lit spot featuring liquor, beer, a jukebox & DJs plus a hidden cocktail room in the back
Low-key Mission martini bar with mood lighting, art deco fixtures & lounging areas.
57 habitants recommandent
Lone Palm
3394 22nd StLow-key Mission martini bar with mood lighting, art deco fixtures & lounging areas.
This lively venue serving beer, wine & cafe fare also has a patio & regular music shows. Open 9am-midnight, 2am on weekends. Outdoor seating
80 habitants recommandent
Revolution Cafe
3248 22nd StThis lively venue serving beer, wine & cafe fare also has a patio & regular music shows. Open 9am-midnight, 2am on weekends. Outdoor seating
Ideal for those who want to work up a sweat on the dance floor and catch live bands
69 habitants recommandent
Make-Out Room
3225 22nd StIdeal for those who want to work up a sweat on the dance floor and catch live bands
The pinata-studded Latin American Club is ground zero for deceptively strong–and cheap!–margaritas
46 habitants recommandent
Latin American Club
3286 22nd StThe pinata-studded Latin American Club is ground zero for deceptively strong–and cheap!–margaritas
Craft beers & a spacious patio with picnic benches draw a lively crowd to this popular Mission spot.
222 habitants recommandent
Zeitgeist
199 Valencia StCraft beers & a spacious patio with picnic benches draw a lively crowd to this popular Mission spot.
Mission spot serving beer & American cafe fare, plus live music, comedy & trivia nights
7 habitants recommandent
Flying Pig Bistro Pub
433 S Van Ness AveMission spot serving beer & American cafe fare, plus live music, comedy & trivia nights
Porn company Kink.com's dimly lit cocktail bar resembles an upscale Victorian parlor
38 habitants recommandent
The Armory Club
1799 Mission StPorn company Kink.com's dimly lit cocktail bar resembles an upscale Victorian parlor
Everything Else
Homemade organic ice cream in flavors such as salted caramel can draw lines to this shop & bakery. Have to get your ice cream fix in, then walk across the street to Dolores Park and people watch
476 habitants recommandent
Bi-Rite Creamery
3692 18th StHomemade organic ice cream in flavors such as salted caramel can draw lines to this shop & bakery. Have to get your ice cream fix in, then walk across the street to Dolores Park and people watch
Locals of all ages gather at this outdoor hot spot for picnics & people-watching. Sweeping views of the city
1244 habitants recommandent
Parc Mission Dolores
19th StreetLocals of all ages gather at this outdoor hot spot for picnics & people-watching. Sweeping views of the city
Small shop selling ice cream made from high-end ingredients, including unusual flavors like cheese.
224 habitants recommandent
Humphry Slocombe
Small shop selling ice cream made from high-end ingredients, including unusual flavors like cheese.
Local ingredients go into gourmet ice cream made to order & served in hand-rolled cones.
216 habitants recommandent
Smitten Ice Cream
432 Octavia StLocal ingredients go into gourmet ice cream made to order & served in hand-rolled cones.
Two-bite-sized cupcakes in flavors like Meyer Lemon Creme, Cinnamon Horchata, Vegan Banana Maple, Aztec Chocolate, and the uber-popular Ruby Red Velvet. Plus, De La Paz brew and an extra-cute setting.
Mission Minis
3168 22nd StTwo-bite-sized cupcakes in flavors like Meyer Lemon Creme, Cinnamon Horchata, Vegan Banana Maple, Aztec Chocolate, and the uber-popular Ruby Red Velvet. Plus, De La Paz brew and an extra-cute setting.
Yoga studio offering a variety of styles and classes at all times of the day with multiple studio locations throughout the city
38 habitants recommandent
Yoga Tree Valencia
1234 Valencia StYoga studio offering a variety of styles and classes at all times of the day with multiple studio locations throughout the city
Walk-up window offering freshly made juices, smoothies, kombucha tea drinks & more, plus snacks.
34 habitants recommandent
Sidewalk Juice
3287 21st StWalk-up window offering freshly made juices, smoothies, kombucha tea drinks & more, plus snacks.
Shopping
Quirky shop offering men's & women's apparel & accessories plus handmade gifts, art & stationery.
38 habitants recommandent
Therapy Stores
545 Valencia StQuirky shop offering men's & women's apparel & accessories plus handmade gifts, art & stationery.
Books printed by small presses, as well as vintage and hard-to-find editions. Rare fashion books, art prints, graphic wrapping papers, cards, old-school staplers, typewriters, etc.
8 habitants recommandent
Press Works On Paper
3108 24th StreetBooks printed by small presses, as well as vintage and hard-to-find editions. Rare fashion books, art prints, graphic wrapping papers, cards, old-school staplers, typewriters, etc.
Vintage kitchenware, aprons from the '50s, throw-back bowls and pans, the odd pig-shaped wooden cutting board, and more.
Pot + Pantry
3412 22nd StVintage kitchenware, aprons from the '50s, throw-back bowls and pans, the odd pig-shaped wooden cutting board, and more.
The new retail space on 18th and Florida is so much more than a boutique with a dedicated gallery that will host rotating shows throughout the year, a factory viewing court, and a Blue Bottle Coffee
107 habitants recommandent
Heath Ceramics
2900 18th StThe new retail space on 18th and Florida is so much more than a boutique with a dedicated gallery that will host rotating shows throughout the year, a factory viewing court, and a Blue Bottle Coffee
Gear by Mink Pink, To Be Adored, My Pet Square, Something Else, Funktional, and others line the racks, trendy nail polish shades and cool-girl baubles by indie designers too
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Gear by Mink Pink, To Be Adored, My Pet Square, Something Else, Funktional, and others line the racks, trendy nail polish shades and cool-girl baubles by indie designers too
Cheerful storefront supplies culinary spices, organic herbs & teas, plus aromatherapy goods & gifts.
17 habitants recommandent
The Scarlet Sage Herb Co.
1903 Valencia StCheerful storefront supplies culinary spices, organic herbs & teas, plus aromatherapy goods & gifts.
Local boutique and art gallery that provides high quality, genuine clothing and crafted pieces from local and international artists.
12 habitants recommandent
The Voyager Shop
365 Valencia StLocal boutique and art gallery that provides high quality, genuine clothing and crafted pieces from local and international artists.
Arts & Culture
A diverse collection of fine arts in a building with a dramatic copper facade in Golden Gate Park.
999 habitants recommandent
Musée de Young
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden DrA diverse collection of fine arts in a building with a dramatic copper facade in Golden Gate Park.
Cultural center adjacent the Yerba Buena Gardens features art exhibits, dance performances & more.
63 habitants recommandent
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
701 Mission StCultural center adjacent the Yerba Buena Gardens features art exhibits, dance performances & more.
Independent movie theater offering reserved seating, 21+ balcony seating with beer and wine and small plates. Located in the historic Japan Town district
190 habitants recommandent
AMC Kabuki 8
1881 Post StIndependent movie theater offering reserved seating, 21+ balcony seating with beer and wine and small plates. Located in the historic Japan Town district
Retro bowling alley with 6 lanes, a full bar & attached restaurant serving upscale comfort fare.
127 habitants recommandent
Mission Bowling Club
3176 17th StRetro bowling alley with 6 lanes, a full bar & attached restaurant serving upscale comfort fare.