Guidebook for San Francisco
Food Scene
Sotto Mare
552 Green StBest Cioppino I've ever had
Tony's Pizza Napoletana
1570 Stockton Stmust try margherita pizza
Michelle Obama's go to restaurant in San Francisco (made the secret service get her an order before her departure)
196 locals recommend
Souvla
517 Hayes StMichelle Obama's go to restaurant in San Francisco (made the secret service get her an order before her departure)
Oldest Chinese restaurant in San Francisco that opens late and is iconic
7 locals recommend
Sam Wo Restaurant
713 Clay StOldest Chinese restaurant in San Francisco that opens late and is iconic
Marufuku Ramen
1581 Webster StMy favorite ramen in the city
Mitchell's Ice Cream
688 San Jose Avenuelocal favorite
Andytown Coffee Roasters
3655 Lawton Stget the Snowy Plover
Arizmendi Bakery
1331 9th AveHow delicious can bread be? You'll have to see.
Mourad
140 New Montgomery StFancy dinner and so worth it. Will need to make reservations in advance.
If you've never heard of one, definitely should try it. Google the secret menu for more options!
50 locals recommend
In-N-Out Burger
260 Washington StIf you've never heard of one, definitely should try it. Google the secret menu for more options!
For the egg tarts but check their hours because they're closed 50% of the year.
45 locals recommend
Golden Gate Bakery
1029 Grant AveFor the egg tarts but check their hours because they're closed 50% of the year.
Tartine Manufactory
595 Alabama StDELICIOUS everything
San Tung
1031 Irving StFor their dry-fried chicken wings
Philz Coffee
3101 24th StFor their Mint Mojito sweet and creamy
Lazy Bear
3416 19th StFor a fancy sitdown dinner at a two-Michelin star restaurant
Liholiho Yacht Club
871 Sutter StreetGreat Hawaiian American fusion cuisine, reasonably priced
Coffee Bar
1890 Bryant StreetHorchata Cold Brew is so good
Drinks & Nightlife
Local Edition
691 Market StCool speakeasy that's known for their old-fashions
Li Po Cocktail Lounge
916 Grant AvenueKnown for their strong Chinese Mai-Tai's
Probably the best fried chicken in the Bay Area along with many available drinks on tap
6 locals recommend
Victory Hall & Parlor
360 Ritch StProbably the best fried chicken in the Bay Area along with many available drinks on tap
Southern Pacific Brewing
620 Treat AveMany on Tap beers including awesome sage french fries
AKA the Library AKA Wilson & Wilson. Reservations may be needed at this speakeasy.
161 locals recommend
Bourbon & Branch
501 Jones StAKA the Library AKA Wilson & Wilson. Reservations may be needed at this speakeasy.
A good abundance of locally brewed beers with a huge indoor area
94 locals recommend
Barebottle Brewing Company
1525 Cortland AveA good abundance of locally brewed beers with a huge indoor area
Sightseeing
Grant Avenue & Bush Street
Chinatown Gate located here
Lombard Street
Lombard Streettake a drive down the loopy street
Cupid's Span
Gigantic Cupid's Bow and Arrow
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate BridgeIconic must drive through
Treasure Island
View of San Francisco skyline
Ferry Building
With an abundance of markets inside
Twin Peaks
View of the San Francisco skyline from another point of view
Small trek up a hill to see great views of the city. Not touristy so it'll be less crowded than your other lookouts.
363 locals recommend
Bernal Heights Park
3400-3416 Folsom StSmall trek up a hill to see great views of the city. Not touristy so it'll be less crowded than your other lookouts.
Parks & Nature
Lands End Trail
Lands End Trailawesome easy hiking trail with amazing views
Golden Gate Park
Take a bike ride
A local favorite. Gets crowded on sunny days & weekends. Stop by bi-rite for ice cream
1244 locals recommend
Mission Dolores Park
19th StreetA local favorite. Gets crowded on sunny days & weekends. Stop by bi-rite for ice cream
Shopping
Livermore Outlets Drive
Livermore Outlets DriveLargest Outlet nearby (about an hour drive from SF)
Westfield San Francisco Centre
865 Market StTypical shopping centre with many stores
Arts & Culture
Exploratorium
Green StreetCool exhibits with nightlife on some Thursday nights
Academy Of Sciences station
Pretty cool with nightlife on some Thursday nights
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
151 3rd St quirky modern exhibits
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
3950 24th StFree parking!