Mission Dolores + Beyond
Food Scene
A Peruvian standby in the neighborhood. Close to the house, inexpensive and the best chicken we've ever had! Great wine list and ceviche as well.
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Limón Rotisserie
524 Valencia StA Peruvian standby in the neighborhood. Close to the house, inexpensive and the best chicken we've ever had! Great wine list and ceviche as well.
Line too long at Tartine? Head to C&W for a beautiful display of innovative pastries. Feeling like something more substantial? Try the frittata breakfast sandwich... we're addicted!
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Craftsman and Wolves
746 Valencia StLine too long at Tartine? Head to C&W for a beautiful display of innovative pastries. Feeling like something more substantial? Try the frittata breakfast sandwich... we're addicted!
Best burger in the Bay Area! Go with a friend so you can share some tots, fried chicken and try their amazing milkshakes.
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WesBurger n' More
2240 Mission StBest burger in the Bay Area! Go with a friend so you can share some tots, fried chicken and try their amazing milkshakes.
If you're looking for a substantial breakfast near the house that's not going to require a wait or break the budget, this is your place. Pro-tip: Any of their omelettes can be made into a breakfast burrito!
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Cafe La Taza
2475 Mission StIf you're looking for a substantial breakfast near the house that's not going to require a wait or break the budget, this is your place. Pro-tip: Any of their omelettes can be made into a breakfast burrito!
This Argentinian steakhouse holds a special place in our hearts as we met in this space back in 2006 (it was a different restaurant then). That aside, they have the best rib eye and quality cocktails. Check out the roof ("El Techo") for a view of the city, a margarita and more casual fare.
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Lolinda
2518 Mission StThis Argentinian steakhouse holds a special place in our hearts as we met in this space back in 2006 (it was a different restaurant then). That aside, they have the best rib eye and quality cocktails. Check out the roof ("El Techo") for a view of the city, a margarita and more casual fare.
Aside from having great "Jaliscan-Californian inspired cuisine"(their words, not ours!), this vibrant restaurant has some of the best cocktails in the City.
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Loló
974 Valencia StAside from having great "Jaliscan-Californian inspired cuisine"(their words, not ours!), this vibrant restaurant has some of the best cocktails in the City.
Best chilaquiles in the neighborhood and open early! You're served tortilla chips and salsa the second you sit down (even if it's 8am) so this is a great place to cure a hangover.
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San Jalisco
901 S Van Ness AveBest chilaquiles in the neighborhood and open early! You're served tortilla chips and salsa the second you sit down (even if it's 8am) so this is a great place to cure a hangover.
This corner market has great made-to-order sandwiches. If you're looking for a good pit stop from the house on the way to Dolores Park, this is your spot!
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Rhea's Deli & Market
800 Valencia StThis corner market has great made-to-order sandwiches. If you're looking for a good pit stop from the house on the way to Dolores Park, this is your spot!
Held every Thursday from 4-8pm. Great food vendors, live music and crafts just one block from our place.
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Mission Community Market
84 Bartlett StHeld every Thursday from 4-8pm. Great food vendors, live music and crafts just one block from our place.
Our favorite taco truck, but we go for the burritos. There are two, one typically parks on Harrison and 18th and the other on Harrison in front of Best Buy.
El Tonayense
1719 Harrison StOur favorite taco truck, but we go for the burritos. There are two, one typically parks on Harrison and 18th and the other on Harrison in front of Best Buy.
Very close healthy food option with salads and market plates (protein + veggie sides).
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Mixt
901 Valencia StVery close healthy food option with salads and market plates (protein + veggie sides).
Great Greek-inspired fast-casual food spot with salads, wraps, and frozen Greek yogurt.
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Souvla
517 Hayes StGreat Greek-inspired fast-casual food spot with salads, wraps, and frozen Greek yogurt.
One of our favorite burrito spots with the best salsa in town!
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Papalote Mexican Grill
1777 Fulton StOne of our favorite burrito spots with the best salsa in town!
Drinks & Nightlife
Great bar in the heart of the Castro located on the second floor overlooking a busy intersection. With good food, TVs and strong drinks, this is a great place to spend the day. Head to the balcony for great people-watching and a view of the city! Super packed on Sunday afternoons.
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Lookout
3600 16th StGreat bar in the heart of the Castro located on the second floor overlooking a busy intersection. With good food, TVs and strong drinks, this is a great place to spend the day. Head to the balcony for great people-watching and a view of the city! Super packed on Sunday afternoons.
Recently voted one of the best bars in the country for good reason. Cocktail and food menus (and concepts) change seasonally.
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Trick Dog
3010 20th StRecently voted one of the best bars in the country for good reason. Cocktail and food menus (and concepts) change seasonally.
A great spot for quality drinks in a more upscale setting.
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Wildhawk
3464 19th StA great spot for quality drinks in a more upscale setting.
This old chapel has been converted into a great live-music venue, bar and restaurant. Catch a show, have brunch, or just hang out at the bar with a drink.
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The Chapel
777 Valencia StreetThis old chapel has been converted into a great live-music venue, bar and restaurant. Catch a show, have brunch, or just hang out at the bar with a drink.
New modern Irish cocktail bar with large heated back patio around the corner from our house. Limited-distribution Irish gins and whiskeys, innovative cocktails, perfect pints of Guinness and the best fish and chips in the Bay Area.
Casements Bar
2351 Mission StreetNew modern Irish cocktail bar with large heated back patio around the corner from our house. Limited-distribution Irish gins and whiskeys, innovative cocktails, perfect pints of Guinness and the best fish and chips in the Bay Area.
Entertainment & Activities
All-in-one night out as you can watch a movie and have food and drinks served directly to your seat! Arrive early and have a drink or two at the great bar (Bull vs. Bear) downstairs.
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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
2550 Mission StAll-in-one night out as you can watch a movie and have food and drinks served directly to your seat! Arrive early and have a drink or two at the great bar (Bull vs. Bear) downstairs.
Essentials
Not affiliated with "Whole Foods" but no shortage of high-quality produce, cheese, coffee, and other staples - except for beer and wine!
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Valencia Whole Foods
999 Valencia StNot affiliated with "Whole Foods" but no shortage of high-quality produce, cheese, coffee, and other staples - except for beer and wine!
Our go-to spot for dry cleaning and alterations.
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Sunny Launderette
3560 20th StOur go-to spot for dry cleaning and alterations.
Excellent selection of interesting wine and spirits for a small neighborhood store.
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Royal Cuckoo Market
3368 19th StExcellent selection of interesting wine and spirits for a small neighborhood store.
This market is ground zero for the local foodie scene - with a great selection of top quality prepared foods, produce, deli counter items, wine, etc. Great place to stock up for a picnic in Dolores Park.
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Bi-Rite Market
3639 18th StThis market is ground zero for the local foodie scene - with a great selection of top quality prepared foods, produce, deli counter items, wine, etc. Great place to stock up for a picnic in Dolores Park.
Parks & Nature
One of our favorite spots in the City. Wander around the park to check out the various subcultures (i.e. hipsters, hippies, families, gay sunbathers, etc.). Grab a sandwich, a bottle of wine and a blanket and head up the hill for a great view of the city. If the weather's nice the park will be packed so arrive early to secure a good spot!
1244 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Mission Dolores
19th StreetOne of our favorite spots in the City. Wander around the park to check out the various subcultures (i.e. hipsters, hippies, families, gay sunbathers, etc.). Grab a sandwich, a bottle of wine and a blanket and head up the hill for a great view of the city. If the weather's nice the park will be packed so arrive early to secure a good spot!
Sightseeing
Drive up to the highest point in the city to get 360 degree views of San Francisco.
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Twin Peaks
Drive up to the highest point in the city to get 360 degree views of San Francisco.
Arts & Culture
Recently renovated the new MOMA is now one of the largest modern art museums in the world. In addition to the artwork, the MOMA has great cafes/restaurants and outdoor space that provides great views of the downtown area.
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Museo de Arte Moderno de San Francisco
151 3rd StRecently renovated the new MOMA is now one of the largest modern art museums in the world. In addition to the artwork, the MOMA has great cafes/restaurants and outdoor space that provides great views of the downtown area.
A newly-renovated science museum with a living roof, planetarium and aquarium in Golden Gate Park.
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Academy Of Sciences station
A newly-renovated science museum with a living roof, planetarium and aquarium in Golden Gate Park.
Fun science museum with interactive exhibits and a great Bay view on the Embarcadero.
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Exploratorium
Green StreetFun science museum with interactive exhibits and a great Bay view on the Embarcadero.