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1. Haight-Ashbury

San Francisco, CA
Neighborhood · 78 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Haight Ashbury is the birthplace of the hippie movement, and it's continued to be a hipster's haunt for decades since. – Adam Richman, Man v. Food Read more.

2. Ike's Place @ Lime

2247 Market St (at 15th St), San Francisco, CA
Sandwich Spot · Castro · 20 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: With nearly 200 drool-inducing combos, Ike's Place in San Francisco's Castro district has become the home to what many are calling the Golden Gate City's best sandwich. – Adam Richman, Man v. Food Read more.

3. Taqueria La Cumbre

7.4
515 Valencia St (at 16th St), San Francisco, CA
Taco Restaurant · Mission District · 60 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Legend says La Cumbre invented the mission-style burrito – the 2-pound, fully customizable chow-down staple copied in restaurants and fast-food joints around the world. – Adam Richman, Man v. Food

4. Ike’s Place

3489 16th St (at Sanchez St), San Francisco, CA
Sandwich Spot · Mission Dolores · 251 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Home of some of the biggest sandwiches in San Francisco. As seen on Man v Food.

5. Ryoko's Japanese Restaurant & Bar

8.8
619 Taylor St (at Cosmo Pl), San Francisco, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Lower Nob Hill · 443 tips and reviews

EaterEater: A favorite late night stop of many industry folk. [Eater 38 Member]

6. Canteen

817 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
Breakfast Spot · Lower Nob Hill · 27 tips and reviews

EaterEater: His Sentinel offshoot has grabbed more headlines lately, but Dennis Leary—one of the great underrated young chefs in SF—still has a great thing going. Dinner and brunch. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

7. Spruce

9.0
3640 Sacramento St (btwn Spruce & Locust St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Presidio Heights · 133 tips and reviews

EaterEater: SF has never been mistaken for a fine dining town, yet the two-year old Spruce has proved to be an absolute homerun in its ritzy Laurel Heights environs. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

8. Nopa

9.2
560 Divisadero St (at Hayes St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Alamo Square · 557 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It's an updated take on the Zuni formula, with the success to show. Both neighborhood standby and destination restaurant, Nopa continues to grow admirably under Chef Jossel. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

9. Bar Bambino

2931 16th St, San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Mission District · 24 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Late afternoon rose on the back patio. Salumi to follow. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

10. U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

95 7th St (Mission Street), San Francisco, CA
Courthouse · SoMa · 5 tips and reviews

C-SPANC-SPAN: Check out this U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals Announces Oral Arguments in Case Challenging Arizona's Immigration Law Read more.

11. Hemlock Tavern

1131 Polk St (at Hemlock St), San Francisco, CA
Dive Bar · Lower Nob Hill · 64 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: A great place with a good vibe. A great combo for a good time!

12. Jillian's

175 4th St (at Howard St), San Francisco, CA
Sports Bar · SoMa · 79 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: Get ready to beat your friends at this awesome billiards hall! Remember life's more fun when you're keeping score!

13. Cigar Bar & Grill

8.1
850 Montgomery St (betw Pacific Ave. and Jackson St.), San Francisco, CA
Smoke Shop · Jackson Square · 40 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: If you like fantastic sangria, Latin food and music, get yourself down to this hidden gem! Try the party platters! We did :-)

14. Bliss Bar

4026 24th St (Btwn Castro & Noe), San Francisco, CA
Bar · Noe Valley · 14 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: Great bar that really comes into its own on Sundays with the legendary Jazz session! Nice chilled way to get over your weekend hangover!

15. Venticello

1257 Taylor St (Washington Street), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Nob Hill · 16 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: The breathtaking view makes this restaurant a setting fit for a king… or a pope. Rodrigo Borgia gives papal approval.

16. SPQR

8.4
1911 Fillmore St (btwn Bush & Pine St), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Lower Pacific Heights · 172 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Take a gander at the wine list… Hey, more communion is better, right?

17. Sociale

8.1
3665 Sacramento St (at Spruce), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Presidio Heights · 26 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: A hidden spot like this would be the perfect romantic getaway for the Pope and his wife. (Get it… ROMANtic!)

18. Ristorante Ideale

7.4
1315 Grant Ave (at Vallejo St), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · North Beach · 33 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Luckily, you’ve stumbled across a North Beach classic that’s under the tourist radar. If only the Vatican had such a place, the Borgia family would have surely escaped papal stresses and prying eyes.

19. Quince

8.9
470 Pacific Ave (at Montgomery St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Jackson Square · 78 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Fact: Quince does not mean 15 in Italian (which, by the way, is a number larger than Joffre Borgia’s age at his wedding).

20. Poesia Osteria Italiana

7.6
4072 18th St (btwn Castro & Hartford), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Castro · 34 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: This Castro hot spot is known for its good-looking staff… as if Lucrezia needed another reason to re-think her marriage.

21. Luce

7.0
888 Howard St (at 5th St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · SoMa · 38 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: The exceptional service will make you forget your last name isn’t Borgia.

22. Incanto

1550 Church St (at Duncan St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Noe Valley · 63 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: The “snout-to-tail” menu is not for the faint of heart! Are you as brave as a Borgia?

23. Flour + Water

9.0
2401 Harrison St (at 20th St), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Mission District · 263 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Well, I’m sure it takes more than flour and water to make the Borgias-worthy meals they make here!

24. Farina

3560 18th St (btwn Valencia & Guerrero), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Mission Dolores · 55 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Great cuisine and HUGE portions! “This pope’s daughter could eat a horse!” –Lucrezia Borgia

25. Capannina

8.1
1809 Union St (at Octavia St), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Union Street · 34 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Dine like a Borgia! You know, minus the whole risk-of-catching-the-plague thing.

26. Bar Bambino

2931 16th St, San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Mission District · 24 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: When you’re as well-known as a Borgia, you need hidden away places like this for fine dining!

27. Acquerello

8.3
1722 Sacramento St (btwn Polk & Van Ness Ave), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Polk Gulch · 45 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: A jacket is suggested. We wonder if a papal robe would suffice…

28. Cafe Gratitude

2400 Harrison St (at 20th St), San Francisco, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Mission District · 41 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Some of the best vegan food and drinks I’ve ever had not to mention the most positive vibe in a staff and atmosphere that there can be. - Whitney

29. Paradise Lounge

308 11th St (at Folsom), San Francisco, CA
Karaoke Bar · SoMa · 2 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Home of the monthly Flourish party. An excuse to dress up and party with some of the hottest girls from the left coast; with a great vibe, sexy go-go dancers, and hot DJ's. - Whitney

30. Five and Diamond

7.5
510 Valencia St (at 16th St), San Francisco, CA
Boutique · Mission Dolores · 3 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: San Francisco's favorite fashion outpost featuring the fine, delectable, visual sensations of high-end body jewelry, one of a kind clothing. - Whitney

31. Talbot Cafe

244 Gough St (at Fell St), San Francisco, CA
Café · Hayes Valley · 19 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: My daughter says it’s the best banana cream pie on the planet. We have the cookbook. Someday we’re going to try making it at home. – Ilene Chaiken

32. The Seventh Heart

1592 Market St (at Page St.), San Francisco, CA
Boutique · Civic Center · 2 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Queer owned, community oriented store with dope clothes at affordable prices. - Whitney

33. Lexington Club

3464 19th St (at Lexington), San Francisco, CA
Gay Bar · Mission District · 43 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: This lesbian owned and operated pillar of Queer SF nightlife is “always a party, never a cover.” A must go if you’re in the Bay Area! - Whitney

34. QBar

6.3
456 Castro St (btwn Market & 18th St), San Francisco, CA
Gay Bar · Castro · 80 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: In the heart of the gay mecca the Castro, Q Bar packs it to the brim for Tuesday ladies night…music to shake your ass to, hot bartenders, and bangin drink specials. - Whitney

35. Orson Restaurant, Bar & Lounge

508 4th St (at Bryant St), San Francisco, CA
Wine Bar · SoMa · 36 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Elizabeth Faulkner’s demonstratively spectacular temple of food, not to mention ladies night on Thursdays. –Ilene Chaiken

36. Zeitgeist

8.9
199 Valencia St (at Duboce Ave), San Francisco, CA
Beer Garden · SoMa · 387 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: A tucked away popular SF spot with outdoor seating, cheap drinks and pool tables; the perfect spot for a gorgeous afternoon with friends. - Whitney

37. Sports Basement

9.0
1590 Bryant St (at 15th St), San Francisco, CA
Sporting Goods Retail · Mission District · 62 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: I could get lost for hours amidst the ski equipment, ski apparel, running gear, etc. There is a community area where you can sign up for any type of SF group sports , ski trips and local races. - Jill

38. Pier 23 Cafe

8.0
Pier 23 (btwn Battery St & Green St), San Francisco, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Northern Waterfront · 147 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Live music, cold Coronas & fresh seafood. When the sun is shining, good moods are abundant & tables are hard to come by but standing amidst the sea of fellow bar-goers is just as fun. - Jill

39. Greens Sports Bar

6.4
2239 Polk St (at Green St), San Francisco, CA
Sports Bar · Polk Gulch · 31 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Sports haven! Puts you back in college, beers in hand watching your team against it's biggest rival. A fun environment to watch any game in, an even more fun environment to win your game in. - Jill

40. Horseshoe Tavern

7.1
2024 Chestnut St (at Mallorca), San Francisco, CA
Dive Bar · Marina District · 31 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: A local, no frills bar. Good people, old jukebox, pool table,arcade games. Whether popping in for a Sunday beer or a Thursday night cocktail, it's a great spot to hang without a 'scene'. - Jill

41. Ace Wasabi's Rock-N-Roll Sushi

8.2
3339 Steiner St (btw Lombard & Chestnut), San Francisco, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Marina District · 36 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Always a good crowd, never a quiet night. You may have to wait a good 45 min for a table so unless you're going for the social scene, try to hit it on a random night or off hours. - Jill

42. The Grove

2016 Fillmore St (at Pine St), San Francisco, CA
Café · Pacific Heights · 197 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: A cozy little spot to bring your book or laptop & snuggle up with some coffee & a sandwich. Rustic in feel, the fireplace & pillows make this a very easy place to get lost for an afternoon. - Jill

43. Dosa

995 Valencia St (at 21st St), San Francisco, CA
Indian Restaurant · Mission District · 129 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: A very dear friend introduced me to this amazing Indian spot. He is Indian himself so his recommendation was highly credible! The restaurant is owned by a lovely couple & the food is delicious. - Jill

44. Ferry Plaza Farmers Market

9.1
1 Ferry Building (Market Street & The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Farmers Market · Financial District · 249 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: This place has everything from fresh flowers, to bread, fish, meat, veggies, fruit. It’s a great place to stock up and spend the day. - Nikki

45. Umami

2909 Webster St (at Union St), San Francisco, CA
Japanese Restaurant · Union Street · 97 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Can’t say enough about this place; delicious food in a little San Fran neighborhood setting. - Nikki

Candlestick Park is one of SFO trip.

46. Candlestick Park

490 Jamestown Ave, San Francisco, CA
Football Stadium · 104 tips and reviews
Muka is one of SFO trip.

47. Muka

370 Grove St (at Gough St), San Francisco, CA
Bar · Civic Center · 35 tips and reviews
Hyde Away Blues BBQ & Gumbo Cafe is one of SFO trip.

48. Hyde Away Blues BBQ & Gumbo Cafe

457 Hyde St (btwn O'Farrell & Ellis), San Francisco, CA
BBQ Joint · Tenderloin · 36 tips and reviews
Louis' Restaurant is one of SFO trip.

49. Louis' Restaurant

902 Point Lobos Ave (By Sutro Baths), San Francisco, CA
Diner · Ocean Beach · 51 tips and reviews
Jasper's Corner Tap and Kitchen is one of SFO trip.

50. Jasper's Corner Tap and Kitchen

6.7
401 Taylor St (at O'Farrell St), San Francisco, CA
Sports Bar · Tenderloin · 185 tips and reviews
The Ambassador is one of SFO trip.

51. The Ambassador

673 Geary St (btw Leavenworth & Jones), San Francisco, CA
Night Club · Tenderloin · 37 tips and reviews
Redwood Room is one of SFO trip.

52. Redwood Room

8.1
495 Geary St (at Taylor), San Francisco, CA
Hotel Bar · Tenderloin · 93 tips and reviews
The St. Regis San Francisco is one of SFO trip.

53. The St. Regis San Francisco

9.0
125 3rd St (at Minna St), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · SoMa · 107 tips and reviews
Otis is one of SFO trip.

54. Otis

25 Maiden Ln (btwn Grant and Kearny), San Francisco, CA
Lounge · Downtown San Francisco-Union Square · 52 tips and reviews
Starbucks is one of SFO trip.

55. Starbucks

7.1
4094 18th St (at Castro St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Castro · 55 tips and reviews
The Tipsy Pig is one of SFO trip.

56. The Tipsy Pig

8.3
2231 Chestnut St (btwn Scott & Pierce St), San Francisco, CA
Gastropub · Marina District · 219 tips and reviews