Catherine & Christian's SF Guidebook
Dining
Local cafe chain with outdoor sidewalk seating serving coffee, breakfast and lunch, fresh juices, ice cream, beer and wine (dinner has yet to come back post-pandemic). Indoors there is a mix of long tables, counter and small table seating (it's a family favorite so space can be a bit loud sometimes.) Outdoors they have sidewalk cafe tables, and a parklet added during the pandemic.
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Precita Park Cafe & Grill
500 Precita AvenueLocal cafe chain with outdoor sidewalk seating serving coffee, breakfast and lunch, fresh juices, ice cream, beer and wine (dinner has yet to come back post-pandemic). Indoors there is a mix of long tables, counter and small table seating (it's a family favorite so space can be a bit loud sometimes.) Outdoors they have sidewalk cafe tables, and a parklet added during the pandemic.
Humphry Slocombe
local ice creamery with inventive flavors
Out-of-this-world donuts, in flavors you never imagined, and excellent coffee. Gluten free options are as good or better than the rest!
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Dynamo Donut and Coffee
2760 24th StOut-of-this-world donuts, in flavors you never imagined, and excellent coffee. Gluten free options are as good or better than the rest!
Haus Coffee
3086 24th Stlight-filled cafe serving Ritual Roasters espresso
Little Nepal
925 Cortland AveNeighborhood Nepalese restaurant
Our Bernal location... In a town of much ado about coffee, there are many fine versions to try, but we always come back to family-owned Martha's for the friendly staff, excellent selection of baked goods and grab-and-go, and, coffee!
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Martha & Bros. Coffee Co.
745 Cortland AveOur Bernal location... In a town of much ado about coffee, there are many fine versions to try, but we always come back to family-owned Martha's for the friendly staff, excellent selection of baked goods and grab-and-go, and, coffee!
The Front Porch
65 29th Stgreat ambiance, casual southern-inspired fare
Vega
419 Cortland AveIntimate atmosphere, yummy Italian food, friendly owners.
Quiet back deck, cozy interior seating, great Mediterranean inspired sandwiches and salads, good coffee, smoothies, Mitchell's Ice Cream, a locally made favorite, etc!
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Progressive Grounds Coffee shop and Eatery
400 Cortland AveQuiet back deck, cozy interior seating, great Mediterranean inspired sandwiches and salads, good coffee, smoothies, Mitchell's Ice Cream, a locally made favorite, etc!
Piqueo's
830 Cortland AveLocal spanish-influenced restaurant
Arizmendi Bakery
1331 9th AveExcellent baked goods, savory and sweet
Great restaurant in an industrial setting with films screening on the outdoor wall and warm fireplace-lit ambiance inside
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Foreign Cinema
2534 Mission StGreat restaurant in an industrial setting with films screening on the outdoor wall and warm fireplace-lit ambiance inside
Local favorite, with exotic tropical flavors and specialties including Mexican Chocolate and Mango
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Mitchell's Ice Cream
688 San Jose AvenueLocal favorite, with exotic tropical flavors and specialties including Mexican Chocolate and Mango
Old school soda fountain revived, with great ice cream concoctions and full menu. Great for a big hearty brunch
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St. Francis Fountain
2801 24th StOld school soda fountain revived, with great ice cream concoctions and full menu. Great for a big hearty brunch
A longtime favorite, with warm atmosphere and lovely food. Prix fixe menu available. Gluten free and vegetarian options. Reservations recommended.
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Firefly
4288 24th StreetA longtime favorite, with warm atmosphere and lovely food. Prix fixe menu available. Gluten free and vegetarian options. Reservations recommended.
Excellent local burritos, tacos and Mexican food - they grill their tortillas and use cilantro, and yummy aguas frescas! Inexpensive; with other locations on outer Mission and mid-Market.
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Taqueria Cancun
2288 Mission StreetExcellent local burritos, tacos and Mexican food - they grill their tortillas and use cilantro, and yummy aguas frescas! Inexpensive; with other locations on outer Mission and mid-Market.
Juicy rotisserie chicken, Peruvian purple corn juice…yum (hint: if the restaurant's packed get food to go)
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Limón Rotisserie
524 Valencia StJuicy rotisserie chicken, Peruvian purple corn juice…yum (hint: if the restaurant's packed get food to go)
One of two Noe Valley locations... In a town of much ado about coffee, there are many fine versions to try, but I always come back to Martha's.
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Martha & Brothers Coffee Company
3868 24th StOne of two Noe Valley locations... In a town of much ado about coffee, there are many fine versions to try, but I always come back to Martha's.
One of two Noe Valley locations... In a town of much ado about coffee, there are many fine versions to try, but I always come back to Martha's.
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Martha & Bros. Coffee Co.
745 Cortland AveOne of two Noe Valley locations... In a town of much ado about coffee, there are many fine versions to try, but I always come back to Martha's.
Regent Thai
1700 Church StOur favorite local Thai
Delicious. Famous Tartine Bread, a full restaurant, a Patisserie that includes gluten free options, an ice creamery, and proprietary coffee roasters all in one. Make a reservation!
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Tartine Manufactory
595 Alabama StDelicious. Famous Tartine Bread, a full restaurant, a Patisserie that includes gluten free options, an ice creamery, and proprietary coffee roasters all in one. Make a reservation!
Well-known bakery with yummy savory and sweet options, good coffee and long lines
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Tartine Bakery
600 Guerrero StWell-known bakery with yummy savory and sweet options, good coffee and long lines
A true gem...not to be missed. The couple puts great care into the delicious food and overall experience with outstanding service. The peaceful atmosphere feels like a secret.
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Doma Sushi
433 Precita AveA true gem...not to be missed. The couple puts great care into the delicious food and overall experience with outstanding service. The peaceful atmosphere feels like a secret.
Los Yaquis
3214 Folsom StFriendly owners, nice menu and often festive sidewalk scene.
KAZAN Sushi! Great sushi, creative options, friendly staff...the music can be a bit loud sometimes but otherwise love this neighborhood spot!
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Kazan
2809 24th StKAZAN Sushi! Great sushi, creative options, friendly staff...the music can be a bit loud sometimes but otherwise love this neighborhood spot!
The Pizza Shop
3104 24th StEast Coast style pizza by the slice or pie
Taqueria El Farolito
2950 24th StMission classic
Great sandwich shop in a nice little neighborhood strip of cafes and shops.
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Hazel's Kitchen
1319 18th StGreat sandwich shop in a nice little neighborhood strip of cafes and shops.
Delicious ice cream using organic Strauss Creamery dairy, run by Bi-Rite Grocery.
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Bi-Rite Creamery
3692 18th StDelicious ice cream using organic Strauss Creamery dairy, run by Bi-Rite Grocery.
A longtime favorite, Boogaloo serves delicious breakfast and strong coffee in a brightly lit corner space in the Mission, where art from the local Creativity Explored program is featured.
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Boogaloos
3296 22nd StA longtime favorite, Boogaloo serves delicious breakfast and strong coffee in a brightly lit corner space in the Mission, where art from the local Creativity Explored program is featured.
Good ingredients, large portions and veg and gluten free options make this local spot a go-to.
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Big Mouth Burgers
3392 24th StGood ingredients, large portions and veg and gluten free options make this local spot a go-to.
Right on the Bay with views to the East and the shipyards, Mission Rock is an awesome spot with 2-level outdoor deck seating. Especially love the full bar, oysters, and excellent burgers.
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Mission Rock Resort
817 Terry A Francois BlvdRight on the Bay with views to the East and the shipyards, Mission Rock is an awesome spot with 2-level outdoor deck seating. Especially love the full bar, oysters, and excellent burgers.
Papalote Mexican Grill
1777 Fulton StScrumptious, creative Mexican food
A San Francisco classic and favorite, Anthony and crew make the best cookies!
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Anthony's Cookies
1417 Valencia StA San Francisco classic and favorite, Anthony and crew make the best cookies!
Our favorite restaurant, Blue Plate serves delicious dinners and is located in a classic San Francisco space with lovely back garden. The staff is fantastic. An absolute must.
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Blue Plate
3218 Mission StOur favorite restaurant, Blue Plate serves delicious dinners and is located in a classic San Francisco space with lovely back garden. The staff is fantastic. An absolute must.
Excellent local burritos, tacos and Mexican food - they grill their tortillas and use cilantro, and yummy aguas frescas! Inexpensive; with other locations on inner Mission and mid-Market.
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Taqueria Cancun
2288 Mission StreetExcellent local burritos, tacos and Mexican food - they grill their tortillas and use cilantro, and yummy aguas frescas! Inexpensive; with other locations on inner Mission and mid-Market.
Great ambiance with three seating areas: storefront, rear courtyard and back cottage. They screen films in the courtyard while you dine. Solid menu. Owned by local restauranteur Vega who has a yummy Italian place across the street.
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Bernal Star
410 Cortland AveGreat ambiance with three seating areas: storefront, rear courtyard and back cottage. They screen films in the courtyard while you dine. Solid menu. Owned by local restauranteur Vega who has a yummy Italian place across the street.
Moonlight Cafe
634 Cortland AveSavory crepes, salads, hot dogs, coffee, breakfast and more.
Pinhole Coffee
231 Cortland AveLocal favorite
3rd Cousin
919 Cortland AveNice cozy restaurant
Lines out the door for these local baked goods and pies
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Black Jet Baking Co.
833 Cortland AveLines out the door for these local baked goods and pies
Our go to local cafe! Friendly, family-run neighborhood gathering spot open early mornings through late afternoons, and sometimes later. Live music in their parklet many weekends. Delicious homemade Mediterranean specialties including baba ganouj, hummus, mezze, as well as a full breakfast and lunch menu, coffee, smoothies, and specialty groceries.
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Charlie's Deli Cafe
3202 Folsom StOur go to local cafe! Friendly, family-run neighborhood gathering spot open early mornings through late afternoons, and sometimes later. Live music in their parklet many weekends. Delicious homemade Mediterranean specialties including baba ganouj, hummus, mezze, as well as a full breakfast and lunch menu, coffee, smoothies, and specialty groceries.
Foliage
Haven't tried this yet!
Baby Blues BBQ
3149 Mission StLost Resort
Bon, Nene
2850 21st St
PizzaHacker
3299 Mission StCellarmaker House of Pizza
3193 Mission StShopping
Paxton Gate
824 Valencia StStore of curiosities and eccentricities
The famous Sausalito-based ceramics studio opened this San Francisco flagship to feature their architectural tile, with production area on view and a full line of their tasteful objects for sale
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Heath Ceramics
2900 18th StThe famous Sausalito-based ceramics studio opened this San Francisco flagship to feature their architectural tile, with production area on view and a full line of their tasteful objects for sale
Dog Eared Books
900 Valencia StCrossroads Trading
1901 Fillmore StGreat local resale clothing shop with vintage and newer fashion
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Buffalo Exchange
1210 Valencia StGreat local resale clothing shop with vintage and newer fashion
Adobe Books & Arts Cooperative
3130 24th StreetCommunity go-to with an art gallery in the back
Stranded SF
1055 Valencia StRECORD STORE!
Needles & Pens
1173 Valencia StMedicine for Nightmares
Great bookstore with art exhibitions and live music
Entertainment & Activities
Roxie Cinema
3117 16th StGreat local cinema showing independent films
Gorgeous historic theatre...being renovated as a music venue
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Castro Theatre
429 Castro StGorgeous historic theatre...being renovated as a music venue
The Marsh
1062 Valencia St
Brava Theater Center
2781 24th StFantastic live music venue. Adjacent Curio restaurant/bar is convenient and good.
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The Chapel
777 Valencia StreetFantastic live music venue. Adjacent Curio restaurant/bar is convenient and good.
Groceries
Bernal's neighborhood grocery with deli, meat counter, wine and beer, good produce
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The Good Life Grocery
448 Cortland AveBernal's neighborhood grocery with deli, meat counter, wine and beer, good produce
amazing butcher focused on locally sourced meats; also offers sandwiches and soup/stew
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Avedano's Meats
235 Cortland Aveamazing butcher focused on locally sourced meats; also offers sandwiches and soup/stew
Great local grocery store with an exceptional meat counter, full grocery and produce selection featuring lots of local foodstuffs, and a cafe serving baked goods, bagesl, coffee, smoothies, Humphrey Slocombe Ice Cream and more. AND IT HAS A PARKING GARAGE!
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Gus's Community Market
1101 4th StGreat local grocery store with an exceptional meat counter, full grocery and produce selection featuring lots of local foodstuffs, and a cafe serving baked goods, bagesl, coffee, smoothies, Humphrey Slocombe Ice Cream and more. AND IT HAS A PARKING GARAGE!
The Good Life Grocery
448 Cortland AvePotrero Hill location of our local grocery
Market right on the park with good produce, staples, wine, beer and liquor
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Harvest Hills Market
3216 Folsom StMarket right on the park with good produce, staples, wine, beer and liquor
Whole Foods Market
3950 24th StNice location of this California grocery store chain, in a small mall with cafes that's next to Christopher park.
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Safeway
298 King StNice location of this California grocery store chain, in a small mall with cafes that's next to Christopher park.
Casa Lucas Market
2934 24th StGreat local latino grocer with some prepared foods
Grocery Outlet
401 Marin StBargain market chain with decent selection and great deals
Excellent market with gourmet selection of meats, cheeses, produce, prepared foods
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Bi-Rite Market
3639 18th StExcellent market with gourmet selection of meats, cheeses, produce, prepared foods
Small family-run, corner market with good produce and fresh squeezed OJ
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Valencia Farmers Market
1299 Valencia StSmall family-run, corner market with good produce and fresh squeezed OJ
Awesome Saturday AM market with great organic and local produce, flowers, bread, and other foodstuffs. Reasonable prices.
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Alemany Farmers Market
100 Alemany BlvdAwesome Saturday AM market with great organic and local produce, flowers, bread, and other foodstuffs. Reasonable prices.
Drinks & Nightlife
El Rio
3158 Mission St"Your Dive" with outdoor patio and live music room
Lone Palm
3394 22nd StGreat, dimly lit atmosphere, excellent cocktails
My favorite bar! Great outdoor patio; excellent cocktails. Many nights the owner is in situ playing his Hammond organ or hosting live music...otherwise they're spinning from a great LP collection.
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The Royal Cuckoo
3202 Mission StMy favorite bar! Great outdoor patio; excellent cocktails. Many nights the owner is in situ playing his Hammond organ or hosting live music...otherwise they're spinning from a great LP collection.
Intimate music venue in former chapel with good adjacent restaurant that has indoor and outdoor seating
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The Chapel
777 Valencia StreetIntimate music venue in former chapel with good adjacent restaurant that has indoor and outdoor seating
The Fillmore
1805 Geary BlvdStoried music venue
Excellent music venue with gorgeous historic interior and fantastic sound system
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Great American Music Hall
859 O'Farrell StExcellent music venue with gorgeous historic interior and fantastic sound system
The Independent
628 Divisadero StIntimate music venue
Latin American Club
3286 22nd StMission classic
Hop Oast Pub & Brewery
2887 Bryant StShort walk from Precita Park for this small beer pub
Make-Out Room
3225 22nd St
Zeitgeist
199 Valencia StBeer garden!
Thee Parkside
1600 17th StEverything Else
Swimming! Just a 4-5 block walk from our place... Look at the SF Rec & Park website for information.
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Garfield Pool
1271 Treat AveSwimming! Just a 4-5 block walk from our place... Look at the SF Rec & Park website for information.
Parks & Nature
our very own local park, with green space and popular childrens playground
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Precita Park
3200 Folsom Stour very own local park, with green space and popular childrens playground
The tourist websites can give you more info than me, but our large city park has much to see!
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Golden Gate Park
The tourist websites can give you more info than me, but our large city park has much to see!
Dramatic coastal views rom a lookout, trails atop the ridge, and long beach (requires going down/up a steep stair)...mostly populated by locals and you can watch hang gliders take off and land.
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Fort Funston
Fort Funston RoadDramatic coastal views rom a lookout, trails atop the ridge, and long beach (requires going down/up a steep stair)...mostly populated by locals and you can watch hang gliders take off and land.
The road in gives you an epic view of the Golden Gate bridge, then you can drive over the top down a breathtaking ocean view road. The Headlands has trails, Rodeo Beach and Black Sands beach, and a Visitors Center, as well as Headlands Center for the Arts and the Marine Mammal Center.
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Marin Headlands
The road in gives you an epic view of the Golden Gate bridge, then you can drive over the top down a breathtaking ocean view road. The Headlands has trails, Rodeo Beach and Black Sands beach, and a Visitors Center, as well as Headlands Center for the Arts and the Marine Mammal Center.
Crissy Field
our hill, with panoramic views of San Francisco in all its glory, pedestrian road to walk/bike, hiking trails...and coyotes!
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Bernal Heights Park
3400-3416 Folsom Stour hill, with panoramic views of San Francisco in all its glory, pedestrian road to walk/bike, hiking trails...and coyotes!
Ocean Beach
La Playa StSan Francisco's Pacific Ocean beach, along the Great Highway
Opened in 2020, this is a great new park - along the industrial waterfront in Dogpatch. Near Chase Center, light rail and restaurants.
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Crane Cove Park
Illinois StreetOpened in 2020, this is a great new park - along the industrial waterfront in Dogpatch. Near Chase Center, light rail and restaurants.
Holly Park
625 Holly Park CirNice neighborhood park in the middle of a circular drive