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I did it in 2019
Frances is one of I did it in 2019.

1. Frances

9.2
3870 17th St (at Pond St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Castro · 157 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Melissa Perello returns with Frances, an easy-going nook with a menu to match that’s swiftly become the muse of local rags, international pubs and the James Beard Foundation. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Matching Half Cafe is one of I did it in 2019.

2. Matching Half Cafe

8.7
1799 McAllister St (at Baker St), San Francisco, CA
Café · Western Addition · 98 tips and reviews

Jaydeep S.Jaydeep Singh: This place is awesome. The coffee is refreshingly fair priced. I got my usual (Almond Milk Latte) and was not disappointed.

Wild One California Mex Grill is one of I did it in 2019.

3. Wild One California Mex Grill

349 Main St, Pleasanton, CA
Mexican Restaurant · 1 tip

Lindsay P.Lindsay P: Avocado Lime Chicken is delish!

Mochill Mochidonut is one of I did it in 2019.

4. Mochill Mochidonut

8.0
San Francisco, CA
Donut Shop · Japantown · 4 tips and reviews

Maxwell K.Maxwell Keller: Be prepared to wait in line for this donut goodness!

Tokyo Skytree is one of I did it in 2019.

5. Tokyo Skytree

9.1
(東京スカイツリー)
押上1-1-2, 東京, 東京都
Monument · 押上 · 320 tips and reviews

Anna L.Anna Li: Panoramic view of Tokyo at Skytree Deck. The city is so dense!

Tokyo Tower is one of I did it in 2019.

6. Tokyo Tower

9.3
(東京タワー)
芝公園4-2-8, 東京, 東京都
Monument · 芝公園 · 283 tips and reviews

GunturAwanGunturAwan: The landmark of Tokyo. Great orange tower... nice for taking pictures.

Kawaii Monster Cafe is one of I did it in 2019.

7. Kawaii Monster Cafe

神宮前4-31-10 (YMスクエア 4F), 東京, 東京都
Theme Restaurant · 神宮前 · 36 tips and reviews

Mona N.Mona Nomura: Psychedelic Alice in Wonderland meets Clockwork Orange crossed with a twisted Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with a touch of Murakami and kawaii explosion. TOKYO MUST.

Laforet Harajuku is one of I did it in 2019.

8. Laforet Harajuku

6.8
(ラフォーレ原宿)
神宮前1-11-6, 東京, 東京都
Shopping Mall · 原宿 · 28 tips and reviews

C M.C M: so many shops inside with different brands. i can see where the girls on the subway are getting their clothes! not the cheapest, but definitely worthwhile to explore what each floor has to offer.

The National Art Center, Tokyo is one of I did it in 2019.

9. The National Art Center, Tokyo

9.2
(国立新美術館)
六本木7-22-2, 東京, 東京都
Art Museum · 六本木 · 173 tips and reviews

ChubbyChineseGirlChubbyChineseGirl: Apple Store on steroids. Or the child of apple store and MoMa. Even is you don't come for the exhibit, the space alone is worth a visit. Have. Latte and just chill. Don't miss the gift shop.

Toshi Yoroizuka is one of I did it in 2019.

10. Toshi Yoroizuka

7.9
赤坂9-7-2 (東京ミッドタウン・イースト 1F B-0104), 東京, 東京都
Dessert Shop · 六本木 · 15 tips and reviews
21_21 DESIGN SIGHT is one of I did it in 2019.

11. 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT

9.3
赤坂9-7-6 (東京ミッドタウン ガーデン内), 東京, 東京都
Art Gallery · 六本木 · 61 tips and reviews

EmanEman: A wonderful place to see new ways of combining motion with science. Each project have a board near it that explains the tools and the theory behind the project. Taking photos is welcomed.

The Lockup is one of I did it in 2019.

12. The Lockup

(ザ・ロックアップ 新宿店)
歌舞伎町1-16-3 (新宿スクエアビル 6F-7F), 東京, 東京都
Bar · 歌舞伎町 · 8 tips and reviews

The Most Interesting Man in the WorldThe Most Interesting Man in the World: This is the third easiest prison to escape from.

Takano Fruit Parlour is one of I did it in 2019.

13. Takano Fruit Parlour

8.5
(タカノフルーツパーラー)
新宿3-26-11 (新宿高野ビル 5F), 新宿区, 東京都
Dessert Shop · 31 tips and reviews

5hrp5hrp: Gorgeous and delicious deserts. Fruits are top of the world. Add a great view from the 5th floor and you get a perfect place

Shinjuku Gyoen is one of I did it in 2019.

14. Shinjuku Gyoen

9.5
(新宿御苑)
内藤町11, 東京, 東京都
Garden · 新宿御苑 · 178 tips and reviews

Riri M.Riri Maulidina: Must visit park! Breezy wind, greenish view, and soothing atmosphere make your 200Y-entrance fee worth spent.

Tokyo Toy Museum is one of I did it in 2019.

15. Tokyo Toy Museum

8.8
(東京おもちゃ美術館)
四谷4-20 (四谷ひろば内), 新宿区, 東京都
Art Museum · 14 tips and reviews

Tony X.Tony Xerri: This place is oozing with charm and education. Multiple floors full of toys that challenge the mind and watching the kids play with them makes it all worth while. The arts and crafts room is a must..

teamLab Planets is one of I did it in 2019.

16. teamLab Planets

9.4
(チームラボプラネッツ)
豊洲6-1-16, 東京, 東京都
Art Museum · 豊洲 · 68 tips and reviews

MariMari: This is an amazing experience where everything is tactile and interactive. The crystal light forest is my favorite. So well done.

Littlejohn's Candies is one of I did it in 2019.

17. Littlejohn's Candies

1422 Market St (10th Street), San Francisco, CA
Candy Store · Civic Center · 13 tips and reviews

Kendal C.Kendal Cockrel: Not the place you’d expect to find a candy shop, but there’s a lot of fancy sweets that make for great gifts.

Ramen Izakaya Goku is one of I did it in 2019.

18. Ramen Izakaya Goku

7.5
3232 16th St (btwn Dolores & Guerrero), San Francisco, CA
Ramen Restaurant · Mission Dolores · 91 tips and reviews

BommyBommy: Vegetarian ramen is absolutely delightful. Miso-based broth is flavorful and has depth, unlike other ramen places that lean toward citrus flavors. Tofu chashu is unique and egg is perfectly cooked.

OH Dessert Cafe is one of I did it in 2019.

19. OH Dessert Cafe

6.6
1919 Irving St, San Francisco, CA
Dessert Shop · Outer Sunset · 4 tips and reviews

James S.James S: Strawberry bingsoo is really good!

J.P. Kempt is one of I did it in 2019.

20. J.P. Kempt

9.3
351 Divisadero St (Oak Street), San Francisco, CA
Hair Salon · Buena Vista · 31 tips and reviews

M B.M B: Good haircut, but relatively expensive, even for SF

Aha Fresh is one of I did it in 2019.

21. Aha Fresh

4007 24th St (at Noe St), San Francisco, CA
Breakfast Spot · Noe Valley · 61 tips and reviews

Sarah H.Sarah Haswell: Lemon soufflé pancakes. That is all.

Chocolate Covered is one of I did it in 2019.

22. Chocolate Covered

8.3
4069 24th St (btwn Castro & Noe), San Francisco, CA
Chocolate Store · Noe Valley · 22 tips and reviews

Toland H.Toland Hon: They have tin cans with almost every street sign in San Francisco!

Noe Valley Bakery is one of I did it in 2019.

23. Noe Valley Bakery

9.0
4073 24th St (btwn Castro & Noe St), San Francisco, CA
Bakery · Noe Valley · 56 tips and reviews

Andrew C.Andrew Choi: Small but cute neighborhood bakery serving up some really yummy treats and Sightglass coffee. Get one of the enormous almond croissants and ask for them to toast it up for you!

Three Babes Bakeshop is one of I did it in 2019.

24. Three Babes Bakeshop

8.8
2501 Phelps St (Mississippi), San Francisco, CA
Dessert Shop · Bayview · 13 tips and reviews

Jennifer S.Jennifer Slotnick: The blackberry crumble pie was amazing!

Little Star Pizza is one of I did it in 2019.

25. Little Star Pizza

8.8
846 Divisadero St (btwn Mcallister St & Fulton St), San Francisco, CA
Pizzeria · Alamo Square · 144 tips and reviews

Lauren K.Lauren Kroner: Everything. I recommend everything. Definitely have the caprese salad with whatever delicious pizza.

The Regency Ballroom is one of I did it in 2019.

26. The Regency Ballroom

8.0
1300 Van Ness Ave (at Sutter St), San Francisco, CA
Music Venue · Lower Nob Hill · 64 tips and reviews

Chloe C.Chloe Condon: Cool historical venue. Get in line early and rush up the balcony (closest to the stage) for the best photos.

Uni Souffle is one of I did it in 2019.

27. Uni Souffle

405 Broadway, Millbrae, CA
Café · 1 tip

Melissa D.Melissa Dagdagan: There are no tables here, so you’ll need to eat your food while sitting on the bench inside.

Gram Cafe & Pancakes is one of I did it in 2019.

28. Gram Cafe & Pancakes

Stonestown Shopping Center, San Francisco, CA
Bakery · Stonestown · 3 tips and reviews

EvanEvan: The soufflé pancakes are the best pancakes I’ve ever had in my life! Lives up to the hype 100%

Nick's Crispy Tacos is one of I did it in 2019.

29. Nick's Crispy Tacos

7.1
1500 Broadway (at Polk St), San Francisco, CA
Taco Restaurant · Polk Gulch · 217 tips and reviews

Erin L.Erin Lane: Cheap and delicious. Pescado Nick's way is the only way to go.

State Bird Provisions is one of I did it in 2019.

30. State Bird Provisions

8.6
1529 Fillmore St (btwn Geary & O'Farrell St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Fillmore District · 219 tips and reviews

Travel + LeisureTravel + Leisure: Waiters roam the room serving innovative small bites from dim-sum-style carts. The seafood selections are particularly worth flagging down for delicacies like black-garlic aioli on a fried nori chip.

Foreign Cinema is one of I did it in 2019.

31. Foreign Cinema

9.2
2534 Mission St (btwn 21st & 22nd St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Mission District · 362 tips and reviews

Kyle M.Kyle Meyer: Be sure to get a reservation and request the patio! Come around dusk so you're there for whichever movie is playing. If the fried chicken is on the menu, get it. Thank me later.

Emporium Arcade Bar is one of I did it in 2019.

32. Emporium Arcade Bar

7.6
616 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA
Arcade · Alamo Square · 26 tips and reviews

Marcela M.Marcela Maldonado: Very cool place and great selection of games. There's a really good cream stout draft beer!

The Candy Store is one of I did it in 2019.

33. The Candy Store

8.7
1507 Vallejo St (at Polk St), San Francisco, CA
Candy Store · Polk Gulch · 9 tips and reviews

Food & WineFood & Wine: Glass jars hold a wide range of sweets, including gumballs and Happy Goat caramels—goat-milk and butter caramels with salt and vanilla bean.

Marco Polo Italian Ice Cream is one of I did it in 2019.

34. Marco Polo Italian Ice Cream

8.7
1447 Taraval St (at 25th Ave), San Francisco, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Parkside · 71 tips and reviews

Dora T.Dora T: You can't go wrong with any flavor

Wise Sons Bagel & Bakery is one of I did it in 2019.

35. Wise Sons Bagel & Bakery

7.7
1520 Fillmore St (at O'Farrell St), San Francisco, CA
Bagel Shop · Fillmore District · 36 tips and reviews

Mark M.Mark Munro: Best bagels in SF...though I think their prices are on the high side.

Curbside Creamery is one of I did it in 2019.

36. Curbside Creamery

8.7
482 49th St, Oakland, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Temescal · 31 tips and reviews

Rebecca M.Rebecca Morehiser: If you are vegan with a sweet tooth, come here. This place has vegan ice cream (made with cashews) and cones in a variety of flavors, plus amazing sorbet. Plenty of traditional ice-cream options too!

The Golden West is one of I did it in 2019.

37. The Golden West

8 Trinity Pl (at Sutter St), San Francisco, CA
Sandwich Spot · Downtown San Francisco-Union Square · 46 tips and reviews

Lindsay P.Lindsay P: Ratatoulle sandwich is messy but delicious

Teuscher Chocolates of Switzerland is one of I did it in 2019.

38. Teuscher Chocolates of Switzerland

8.3
307 Sutter St (btwn Grant St. & Stockton St.), San Francisco, CA
Candy Store · Downtown San Francisco-Union Square · 9 tips and reviews

Lindsay P.Lindsay P: The rose truffle is a little piece of heaven

Randall Museum is one of I did it in 2019.

39. Randall Museum

8.6
199 Museum Way, San Francisco, CA
Museum · Corona Heights · 21 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Check out the mini petting zoo and model train exhibit at this free museum. Afterward, take a hikeover to nearby Tank Hill for some breathtaking city views. Read more.

Snowbird Coffee is one of I did it in 2019.

40. Snowbird Coffee

8.9
1352A 9th Ave (btwn Irving & Judah St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Inner Sunset · 74 tips and reviews

SolarioSolario: Super hip spot - especially for the Inner Sunset.

Heirloom Café is one of I did it in 2019.

41. Heirloom Café

9.1
2500 Folsom St (at 21st St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Mission District · 69 tips and reviews

Sarah P.Sarah Peterson: One of my favorite restaurants in the city. Check out their special events on their website! Great wine pairings.

Pye is one of I did it in 2019.

42. Pye

1248 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA
Pie Shop · Inner Sunset · 1 tip
BAKE Cheese Tart is one of I did it in 2019.

43. BAKE Cheese Tart

845 Market St (at 4th St), San Francisco, CA
Bakery · SoMa · 17 tips and reviews

Craig W.Craig Wattrus: Tarts are delicious. Worth a short wait in the line.

Cako Creamery is one of I did it in 2019.

44. Cako Creamery

5.8
135 4th St (Mission), San Francisco, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · SoMa · 12 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren Mac: Don't know why this place doesn't have better reviews...the birthday cake ice cream is creamy and sweet, like Funfetti in another form. Definitely grab a scoop and sit in Yerba Buena's park area!

The Creamery is one of I did it in 2019.

45. The Creamery

685 4th St (at Townsend St), San Francisco, CA
Café · SoMa · 211 tips and reviews

Jessie P.Jessie Philipp: although its name would imply otherwise, the do NOT have icecream

Black Hammer Brewing is one of I did it in 2019.

46. Black Hammer Brewing

8.1
544 Bryant St (at 3rd St), San Francisco, CA
Brewery · SoMa · 34 tips and reviews

Jeff R.Jeff Reine 🌧: Bring yo dog! Very very very canine friendly

Clement Nursery is one of I did it in 2019.

47. Clement Nursery

8.6
1921 Clement St, San Francisco, CA
Garden Center · Outer Richmond · 3 tips and reviews

Jeffrey G.Jeffrey G: The owner, Philip, was terribly nice and helped advise me on an organic solution to citrus scale. I felt so welcomed and comfortable here.

Breadbelly is one of I did it in 2019.

48. Breadbelly

8.9
1408 Clement St, San Francisco, CA
Bakery · Inner Richmond · 11 tips and reviews

katrina p.katrina panovich: We got the brown butter mochi, ham and cheese ensaymada, and the kaya toast. All amazing, I think I will dream about the kaya toast 💔

Hinodeya Ramen Bar is one of I did it in 2019.

49. Hinodeya Ramen Bar

8.5
1737 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA
Ramen Restaurant · Japantown · 67 tips and reviews

EvanEvan: Vegan ramen is the best! If not a tofu fan then get extra mushrooms or squash!

Peasant Pies is one of I did it in 2019.

50. Peasant Pies

4108 24th St (at Castro St), San Francisco, CA
Restaurant · Noe Valley · 15 tips and reviews

Roya S.Roya Sabeti: The garbanzo bean curry and lentil pies were super tasty!

Stacks is one of I did it in 2019.

51. Stacks

501 Hayes St (at Octavia St), San Francisco, CA
Breakfast Spot · Hayes Valley · 142 tips and reviews

Caroline S.Caroline S.: my sunday brunch spot, i'm down for whatever here, but you can't go wrong with the pancakes & waffles.

SoMa StrEat Food Park is one of I did it in 2019.

52. SoMa StrEat Food Park

8.4
428 11th St (at Division St), San Francisco, CA
Street Food Gathering · SoMa · 142 tips and reviews

Jackson S.Jackson Shih: Lots of shaded open seating. Plenty of free parking in the area. Bike mounts. Restrooms, music and pet friendly. They did it right. Oh yes...and a plethora of sweet/savory food trucks. THANK YOU!!!

Song Tea & Ceramics is one of I did it in 2019.

53. Song Tea & Ceramics

9.3
2120 Sutter St (at Steiner St), San Francisco, CA
Tea Room · Lower Pacific Heights · 15 tips and reviews

MaxMax: Relaxing and modern tea shop with a small and elegant tasting bar. Mostly focused on Chinese and Taiwanese teas with lot of Oolongs.

Philmore Creamery is one of I did it in 2019.

54. Philmore Creamery

8.3
1840 Fillmore St (Bush), San Francisco, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Japantown · 10 tips and reviews

Tim J.Tim Johnsen: Cute little gelato place

Jane is one of I did it in 2019.

55. Jane

8.7
2123 Fillmore St (btwn California & Sacramento St), San Francisco, CA
Café · Pacific Heights · 241 tips and reviews

VictorVictor: Coffee, sandwiches, cookies all delicious. And everyone here is attractive somehow (makes me feel like I fit in, of course? 😐) hard to find a seat sometimes.

Credo Beauty is one of I did it in 2019.

56. Credo Beauty

7.7
2146 Fillmore Street (Sacramento), San Francisco, CA
Cosmetics Store · Pacific Heights · 2 tips and reviews

Melon L.Melon L: Like Sephora but for hippies. Jk. Like Sephora but with a focus on more natural ingredients.

Giddy is one of I did it in 2019.

57. Giddy

8.8
2299 Market St, San Francisco, CA
Candy Store · Castro · 13 tips and reviews

PureWowPureWow: This cute little Castro shop has all the pâte de fruit, malted milk balls and hard candies a girl could want--including sour grapefruits and licorice chews. The prices aren’t bad, either. Read more.

Vinyl Solution USA is one of I did it in 2019.

58. Vinyl Solution USA

7.7
151 W 25th Ave, San Mateo, CA
Record Store · 5 tips and reviews

Roy S.Roy Scopazzi: My main record store. Friendly guys and wonderful selection. Also if they don't have it, they can probably order it for you with no extra charge!

Queens is one of I did it in 2019.

59. Queens

7.9
1235 9th Ave (Btwn Licoln And Irving), San Francisco, CA
Deli · Inner Sunset · 3 tips and reviews

Justin P.Justin Pak: The kimbap is light on rice and heavy on fillings. Take a roll to the park and chow down.

60. HOTEL SARA 錦糸町

江東橋3-1-8, 東京, 東京都
Motel · 亀戸 · 1 tip

Lindsay P.Lindsay P: Not enough privacy at the hostel for you and your boo? Book a "rest" here and check out one of their colorful theme rooms. Be sure to try the x-large bathtub with mood lighting! Awesome free amenities

Aoyama Flower Market Tea House is one of I did it in 2019.

61. Aoyama Flower Market Tea House

(青山フラワーマーケット ティーハウス)
南青山5-1-2, 東京, 東京都
Tea Room · 青山 · 38 tips and reviews

Gwynne B.Gwynne Burgess: Amazing cafe tucked inside the Omotesando Aoyama Flower Market. Great atmosphere - fresh and fragrant. Exceptional service. Everything is really good, but go for the french toast!

Open Mind Music is one of I did it in 2019.

62. Open Mind Music

6.7
5517 College Ave (Lawton Ave), Oakland, CA
Record Store · North Oakland · 2 tips and reviews

Lindsay P.Lindsay P: Very friendly and helpful staff!

Ichi Sando is one of I did it in 2019.

63. Ichi Sando

1581 Webster St Ste 150, San Francisco, CA
Sandwich Spot · Japantown · 4 tips and reviews

KK: Japanese egg sandwich