Guidebook for San Francisco
Food Scene
Known as one of the world's best bakeries. Skip the line by getting there LATER in the morning, rather than early. 11:00 is usually best, and I always go for a Ham & Cheese Croissant and a Morning Bun!
768 locals recommend
Tartine Bakery
600 Guerrero StKnown as one of the world's best bakeries. Skip the line by getting there LATER in the morning, rather than early. 11:00 is usually best, and I always go for a Ham & Cheese Croissant and a Morning Bun!
Linea Caffe
3417 18th Stbest cappuccino in the neighborhood
Can't miss this iconic ice cream shop. If the line is around the block, you can buy their pints and ice cream sandwiches at their market down the street.
476 locals recommend
Bi-Rite Creamery
3692 18th StCan't miss this iconic ice cream shop. If the line is around the block, you can buy their pints and ice cream sandwiches at their market down the street.
Tacolicious
741 Valencia StDelicious Italian food- pricey but worth it. Don't miss the fried olives.
112 locals recommend
Locanda
557 Valencia StDelicious Italian food- pricey but worth it. Don't miss the fried olives.
20 Spot
3565 20th StLocals-scene for small plates and killer wine list.
People say this is the best pizza in the city. Try to snag a seat outside and watch the neighbors stroll by.
598 locals recommend
Pizzeria Delfina
3621 18th StPeople say this is the best pizza in the city. Try to snag a seat outside and watch the neighbors stroll by.
Trendy scene of contemporary Chinese cuisine by well known local chef.
153 locals recommend
Mission Chinese Food
2234 Mission StTrendy scene of contemporary Chinese cuisine by well known local chef.
Jasmine Garden
708 14th StDelicious pho and BBQ pork rolls.
The Little Chihuahua
292 Divisadero StClean and tasty Mexican food.
Drinks & Nightlife
ABV
3174 16th StGreat late night scene with food until 2 AM
Hawker Fare
2300 Webster StGo to the sneaky bar upstairs in the back. Great cocktails!
The Homestead
2301 Folsom StCozy dive bar that sells peanuts too :)
Go super early, or super late for amazing cocktails. Can be crowded at peak times.
280 locals recommend
Trick Dog
3010 20th StGo super early, or super late for amazing cocktails. Can be crowded at peak times.
Parks & Nature
Bernal Heights
56 Ellsworth StWalk to the top for a wonderful city view!
Iconic SF Public Park, which turns into a lively scene on weekends and sunny days. Fantastic playground for kids.
1244 locals recommend
Mission Dolores Park
19th StreetIconic SF Public Park, which turns into a lively scene on weekends and sunny days. Fantastic playground for kids.
Arts & Culture
Check out the beautiful murals on the walls of the Women's Building, just down the street.
26 locals recommend
Women's Building Mural
3543 18th StCheck out the beautiful murals on the walls of the Women's Building, just down the street.
Shopping
Curiosity shop filled with wacky things to look at! Check out their kid's store next door, filled with fantastic toys and games.
133 locals recommend
Paxton Gate
824 Valencia StCuriosity shop filled with wacky things to look at! Check out their kid's store next door, filled with fantastic toys and games.
Go for the iced coffee and check out the art and knick knacks for sale. Hang on the bench out front to meet some locals.
28 locals recommend
Fayes
3614 18th StGo for the iced coffee and check out the art and knick knacks for sale. Hang on the bench out front to meet some locals.
Heath Ceramics
2900 18th StBeautifully made ceramics and gifts
Aldea Home & Baby
890 Valencia StStylish store for home goods and gifts.
Essentials
The "go-to" specialty store in the city; perfect for prepared foods, sandwiches, wine, cheese, and delicious produce!
651 locals recommend
Bi-Rite Market
3639 18th StThe "go-to" specialty store in the city; perfect for prepared foods, sandwiches, wine, cheese, and delicious produce!
Whole Foods Market
3950 24th StLocal pharmacy and health & beauty store. Fine for essentials like toiletries.
95 locals recommend
Walgreens
4645 Mission StLocal pharmacy and health & beauty store. Fine for essentials like toiletries.
Getting Around
16th St Mission BART Station
2000 Mission St
24th St Mission station