Guidebook for San Francisco

Vicky
Guidebook for San Francisco

Food Scene

Lines form early in the day for the delicious pastries and breads at this storefront bakery. Around lunchtime, people come in waves for a slice of whatever type of pizza the Arizmendi staff has chosen to bake that day. 1331 9th Ave. (between Judah and Irving streets)
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Arizmendi Bakery
1331 9th Ave
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Lines form early in the day for the delicious pastries and breads at this storefront bakery. Around lunchtime, people come in waves for a slice of whatever type of pizza the Arizmendi staff has chosen to bake that day. 1331 9th Ave. (between Judah and Irving streets)
This is the type of neighborhood gem nobody wants to lose. Locals wait in line to sit at the long counter, tuck into American breakfasts or Korean barbecue, and survey the postcards customers have sent from their travels around the world. 747 Irving St. (between 8th and 9th streets)
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Art's Cafe
747 Irving St
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This is the type of neighborhood gem nobody wants to lose. Locals wait in line to sit at the long counter, tuck into American breakfasts or Korean barbecue, and survey the postcards customers have sent from their travels around the world. 747 Irving St. (between 8th and 9th streets)
This take-out Mexican restaurant has a fiercely loyal clientele who will gladly tell you why L'Avenida's burritos are better than Gordo's, the only other taqueria in the neighborhood. Whether or not you agree, L'Avenida does offer addictive wraps, as well as big plates of enchiladas, tacos and beans. 511 Irving St. (between 6th and 7th avenues)
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Gordo Taqueria
1239 9th Ave
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This take-out Mexican restaurant has a fiercely loyal clientele who will gladly tell you why L'Avenida's burritos are better than Gordo's, the only other taqueria in the neighborhood. Whether or not you agree, L'Avenida does offer addictive wraps, as well as big plates of enchiladas, tacos and beans. 511 Irving St. (between 6th and 7th avenues)
onsidered by many to be one of the top sushi restaurants in the Bay Area. Unless you come on a sunny afternoon when everybody else is at the park, the atmosphere is guaranteed to be frenetic and the wait strenuous. Most patrons wax poetic about Ebisu's aquatic concoctions, but there are some detractors who say the place is overrated. 1283 9th Ave. (between Lincoln Way and Irving Street)
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Ebisu Restaurant
1283 9th Ave
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onsidered by many to be one of the top sushi restaurants in the Bay Area. Unless you come on a sunny afternoon when everybody else is at the park, the atmosphere is guaranteed to be frenetic and the wait strenuous. Most patrons wax poetic about Ebisu's aquatic concoctions, but there are some detractors who say the place is overrated. 1283 9th Ave. (between Lincoln Way and Irving Street)
This popular Thai restaurant has two locations in the Sunset, where beautiful, intricate fabrics, woven hangings and pictures of royalty evoke visions of Thailand. So does the food. Spicy green papaya salad, noodle dishes and prawns stir-fried with garlic and pepper hit the mark. Save room for dessert -- perfect mango with sticky rice. If Marnee is in the restaurant, you may also get an impromptu fortune telling, or at least some guidance on what to eat. (-SF Chronicle) 1243 Ninth Ave., (415) 731-9999. Also at 2225 Irving St. (between 23rd and 24th avenues)
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Marnee Thai Restaurant
2225 Irving St
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This popular Thai restaurant has two locations in the Sunset, where beautiful, intricate fabrics, woven hangings and pictures of royalty evoke visions of Thailand. So does the food. Spicy green papaya salad, noodle dishes and prawns stir-fried with garlic and pepper hit the mark. Save room for dessert -- perfect mango with sticky rice. If Marnee is in the restaurant, you may also get an impromptu fortune telling, or at least some guidance on what to eat. (-SF Chronicle) 1243 Ninth Ave., (415) 731-9999. Also at 2225 Irving St. (between 23rd and 24th avenues)
People come from all over the Bay Area to eat under the florescent lights of San Tung. Any amount of waiting -- and there is always a wait -- is worth it for steamy bowls of homemade noodles and addictive shrimp-leek dumplings. The decor is nonexistent; the ambiance is instead provided by the jumping staff and the loud, cheery crowd
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San Tung
1031 Irving St
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People come from all over the Bay Area to eat under the florescent lights of San Tung. Any amount of waiting -- and there is always a wait -- is worth it for steamy bowls of homemade noodles and addictive shrimp-leek dumplings. The decor is nonexistent; the ambiance is instead provided by the jumping staff and the loud, cheery crowd
The name is not an overstatement. Succulent bowls of pho and delicious appetizers make this the only choice for Vietnamese cuisine in the neighborhood. The overly bright, bare room is packed shoulder-to-shoulder with clients of all ages, some talking into their cell phones, but the genial owner makes order out of potential chaos and everybody leaves happy. 1015 Irving St. (between 11th and 12th avenues)
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Yummy Yummy
1015 Irving St
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The name is not an overstatement. Succulent bowls of pho and delicious appetizers make this the only choice for Vietnamese cuisine in the neighborhood. The overly bright, bare room is packed shoulder-to-shoulder with clients of all ages, some talking into their cell phones, but the genial owner makes order out of potential chaos and everybody leaves happy. 1015 Irving St. (between 11th and 12th avenues)
This is the closest coffee shop to our house. Neighborhood stapler that is reliable and popular.
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Starbucks
2132 Chestnut St
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This is the closest coffee shop to our house. Neighborhood stapler that is reliable and popular.
Very authentic Indian food. Perfect for dine-in or take out.
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Noori Pakistani & Indian Cuisine - SF
1924 Irving St
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Very authentic Indian food. Perfect for dine-in or take out.
A chain store originated from Hong Kong. This is the place to go if you want to try some authentic Chinese southern deserts and snacks.
SweetHoney 杏记甜品
2315 Irving St
A chain store originated from Hong Kong. This is the place to go if you want to try some authentic Chinese southern deserts and snacks.
The beach is cold, yes, but it is still a great place to watch waves and surfers, have a BBQ in selected months, and explore nearby trails and famous restaurants, such as the Cliff House.
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Оушен-Бич
La Playa St
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The beach is cold, yes, but it is still a great place to watch waves and surfers, have a BBQ in selected months, and explore nearby trails and famous restaurants, such as the Cliff House.

Parks & Nature

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Парк Голден-Гейт
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You do not want to miss this view, sunset, marine layers, Golden Gate Bridge and so much more!
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Гранд-Вью-Парк
1705 14th Ave
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You do not want to miss this view, sunset, marine layers, Golden Gate Bridge and so much more!
A great place to get your 10,000 steps in. Bonus: enter before 9 am for free entry. :)
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Ботанический сад Сан-Франциско
1199 9th Ave
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A great place to get your 10,000 steps in. Bonus: enter before 9 am for free entry. :)

Sightseeing

This is a must-visit while in san Francisco. Only a few blocks away from our house, perfect for an after-dinner stroll. Once you climb up the steps, continue to walk uphill, and you will find the steps to the Grand View Park. The view on top of the steps is simply unbeatable and sure makes all your steps worthwhile.
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Hidden Garden Steps
1520 16th Avenue
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This is a must-visit while in san Francisco. Only a few blocks away from our house, perfect for an after-dinner stroll. Once you climb up the steps, continue to walk uphill, and you will find the steps to the Grand View Park. The view on top of the steps is simply unbeatable and sure makes all your steps worthwhile.
A great little spot to rest and for a change of scenery while exploring the Golden Gate Park.
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Japanese Tea Garden
75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr
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A great little spot to rest and for a change of scenery while exploring the Golden Gate Park.