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MVP | EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT Donna W. Kessler CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Dennis Kelly Angela E. Allen ONE OF MY FAVORITE things to do is walk VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT, SALES Courtney Fuhrmann down to the Embarcadero and absorb DIGITAL OPERATIONS MANAGER Richard H. Brashear II the sights of the bay, especially at night, DIRECTOR OF CIRCULATION Scott Ferguson
when a permanent art installation MVP | NATIONAL SALES lights up the Bay Bridge. One of my VICE PRESIDENT, NATIONAL INTEGRATED SALES Rebekah Valberg Liza Meneades favorite spots in the area is One Market. DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL SALES MANAGER, NATIONAL INTEGRATED SALES David Gately Just opposite the Ferry Building, this restaurant just celebrated its silver E-mails for all of the above except contributors: [email protected] anniversary. When you visit, more often than not, general manager and partner Larry Bouchard will greet you at the entrance with a warm smile. Serving award-winning farm-to-table cuisine (the grilled octopus and the bacon- wrapped pork tenderloin are two of my favorites!), it’s a sophisticated restaurant with a comfortable and friendly vibe. If it’s a libation that you’re seeking, pop into the bar for a glass of something from the impressive wine list and listen to some live jazz.
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My fi rst visit was a day trip to Bodega Bay. I took MVP | CREATIVE in the view from Bodega Head—getting giddy CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER Haines Wilkerson whenever I spotted a whale spouting or a sea lion SENIOR REGIONAL EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Margaret Martin sunbathing—and ate an order of excellent fi sh DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY Isaac Arjonilla Beverly Mandelblatt tacos on the Fishetarian Fish Market’s patio. Top CREATIVE COORDINATOR memories from my second visit, for a bachelor- MVP | PUBLICATION SERVICES ette weekend, include an early morning walk on PUBLICATION SERVICES DIRECTOR Karen Fralick North Salmon Creek Beach and an epic sunset PUBLICATION SERVICES MANAGER Mickey Kibler Erik Lewis drive up Highway 1 for dinner at Coast Kitchen. DIGITAL IMAGING
On this latest trip, I had the chance to stay MVP | MANUFACTURING & TECHNOLOGY overnight at Timber Cove Resort, where I took DIRECTOR OF MANUFACTURING Donald Horton in another Pacifi c sunset from the balcony of my E-mails for all of the above except contributors: room while sipping a glass of Fort Ross pinot noir. [email protected] I started off the next morning with a windy hike along cliff tops that plunged into the ocean. If it’s MVP | SAN FRANCISCO the California dream you’re in search of, I’d say 555 Montgomery St., Ste. 600, San Francisco, CA 94111 415.901.6260; 415.901.6261 (fax) this is a good place to start.
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1 NATURE Admire the spring tulip bloom at the Dutch windmill in Golden Gate Park.
2 CULTURE Visit the Chinese Culture Center on the third fl oor of the Hilton Hotel on Kearny Street.
3 MUSIC See a performance at SFJazz Center, a venue with the acoustic qualities of a great concert hall and the relaxed intimacy of a jazz club.
4 VIEW Admire the Diego Rivera murals and rooftop vista at the Spanish colonial San Francisco Art Institute campus.
5 Surrounded by a garden, the Dutch windmill stands next to WELLNESS Beach Chalet and across from Flight delayed? Ocean Beach. Practice your downward dog at
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March 13-18 March 17 Bouquets to Art St. Patrick’s Day Festival This annual spring exhibit returns for its Don your best green 34th year, featuring a variety of elegant outfit for the largest and elaborate floral arrangements inspired St. Patrick’s Day event by the museum’s paintings, sculptures and west of the Mississippi. architecture. Bay Area and international The parade begins floral designers are featured in the exhibit, at 11:30 am, and the and a variety of events throughout the ensuing festival in Civic week include renowned guest speakers, Center Plaza features floral demonstrations, an opening gala live music, children’s and luncheons. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden activities, food and
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Black Cuisine Festival (March 3) This soul food festival in the Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood is back for its 37th year with down-home classics like fried chicken and fish, barbecue, greens, yams, beans and rice. It attracts more than 2,000 attendees.
Ocean Film Festival (March 8-11) Now in its 15th year, this annual festival presents more than 50 independent films from around the world that celebrate the beauty of the ocean.
International Chocolate Salon (March 11) The 11th annual event brings a day packed with chocolate tasting, demonstrations and chef and author talks with award-winning chocolatiers, confectioners and other culinary artisans.
Sonoma International Film Festival March 23-25 March 24 (March 21-25) Now in its 21st year, SIFF California Whiskies of the World features more than 90 hand- selected films, including Sample more than 200 varieties of Scotch, Bourbon, Irish, Artisan Cheese independent features, Canadian and other whiskies from around the world. documentaries, world cinema Festival The event also includes seminars and pairings of and short films. All films whiskey with food and cigars. San Francisco Belle are shown at venues within walking distance of Sonoma’s Hornblower yacht docked at Pier 3 The weekend-long historic plaza. celebration of handcrafted cheeses, wines and beers returns to Sonoma for “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live: three days of farm tours, King for a Day!” seminars, hands-on cheese- (March 24) making classes, competitions, This live show at SHN pairings and cooking Orpheum Theatre is based demonstrations. Sonoma on the hit PBS children’s television series and features County Event Center, 1350 new songs and lessons on Bennett Valley Rd., Santa kindness, helping others and
Rosa, 707.837.1928 being a friend. WORLD THE OF WHISKIES FESTIVAL; CHEESE ARTISAN CALIFORNIA COURTESY TOP: FROM
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A Tasty Education
18 Reasons Classes offer a foray into the food culture of San Francisco at this Mission cooking school owned by Bi-Rite, the celebrated gourmet grocer and ice cream shop.
Civic Kitchen The city’s newest cooking school hosts classes like Indian Street Food, Italy by Ingredient and the Wonders of Wonton FOOD at its shiny Mission campus. TIME FOR CLASS Four of San Francisco's best cooking schools
IT’S NO SECRET THAT THE BAY AREA is home to some of the world’s best restaurants, but the most memorable dish you try could be one that you make yourself. Culinary schools provide the guidance you need to learn Cozymeal about the ingredients and techniques that have made local chefs among the Local professional chefs lead classes at venues most celebrated in the world. The San Francisco Cooking School on busy throughout the Bay Area, from art galleries Van Ness Avenue off ers numerous one-day classes, including Cook the Book to the chefs’ homes. classes where you can master recipes from famous restaurant cookbooks, Farmers’ market cooking experiences are such as Chez Panisse, Kokkari and Zuni Café; or Best of the Bay classes, the most popular. which feature chefs from top restaurants like Delfi na, Mourad and State Bird Provisions. The cooking school also regularly hosts book signings, chef For more great food in the city visit
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EXPLORE Bodega Bay Head This peninsula juts out into the ocean, providing some of the best views in So- noma county. Volunteers staff the area GRAY WHALE on weekends with spotting scopes. Salt Point State Park SPOTTING Walking paths and drive-ins along this elevated stretch of coast provide Where to see the ocean giants on their annual migration frequent gray whale sightings.
THIS TIME OF YEAR, gray whales commute south from the icy Still Water Cove Regional Park Calm waters and wind protection make waters of the Arctic to reproduce in the warm lagoons of Baja this a popular spot for mothers to bring California and then return back north to feed with their calves their calves on their return trip north. in the Arctic. With countless accessible vantage points, from By the Numbers: shoreline to hills, the Sonoma Coast is one of the best spots to 15-18,000 number of gray whales migrating south catch the action. Point Reyes in Marin County is another prime 11,000 roughly the number of spot for whale spotting. Chimney Rock and the lighthouse offer miles grays migrate each year the finest views in the national park. On a good day, heret are up 45 Feet length of a male to 100 whale sightings. In both Sonoma and Marin, you might gray whale see a whale's majestic breach or its powerful tail slap, and it's 75,000 Pounds weight of a male gray whale not uncommon to find curious whales staring right back at you. 500 Pounds weight of a gray Grab your binoculars and read on for a look at some of the best whale's tongue
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18 WHERE I MARCH 2018 movie theaters, from screens historical single to st a shift to centrally located multiplexes. youris This hand street car lines spread and created more neighborhoo theaters (manydensity helped independent small, built fr the city. Here, of just about any restricted corner 20 IN SAN FRANCISCO well-heeled Fillmore Street, current foreign or art house house art or foreign current film at this charming single single charming this at film Catch an old classic or or classic old an Catch and then get dinner at at dinner get then and screen from 1910 on 1910 on from screen nearby restaurants. restaurants. nearby WHERE one of the many Clay Theatre Clay oro San Francisco’s most interesting movietheaters A tour of
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SHOP pupu platter and creative cocktails like the Blushing The Alessi flagship is a won- Geisha. Pacific Cocktail derland for disciples of Ital- Haven offers a long list of ian industrial design, selling exceptional drinks, such as high-concept home goods the Swizzle my Nizzle and and kitchenware. A mother- the Tuk Tuk Tea. At Parisian- daughter team with a sharp influenced Gaspar Bras- eye for emerging global serie, vintage chandeliers, talent runs Ethos cloth- leather banquettes and a ing boutique. At Lang’s pressed tin ceiling create a Antique & Estate Jewelry, romantic setting for a date. browse baubles dating E&O Kitchen and Bar back to the late 1700s, from 314 Sutter St. rare engagement rings to Pacific Cocktail Haven Art Deco watches. In the 580 Sutter St. historic glass-front Hallidie Gaspar 185 Sutter St. Building, The Hound has CULTURE been a destination for refined menswear for more The only gallery of its kind than 40 years. The fairy tale in San Francisco, Montague Teuscher Chocolate shop Gallery features an expan- displays Swiss imports and sive roster of sought-after Champagne truffles. Devo- names in the contempo- tees to Korean skincare can rary fine art glass world, stock up on sheet masks at including Lino Tagliapietra, the tiny TonyMoly shop. Dante Marioni and Hiroshi Alessi 424 Sutter St. Yamano. Caldwell Snyder Ethos 333 Sutter St. Gallery has exposed new The Hound 140 Sutter St. collectors to established Lang’s Antique & Estate Latin American and Euro- Jewelry 309 Sutter St. pean painters and sculptors Tonymoly 500 Sutter St. who are lesser known Teuscher Chocolate 307 stateside. Open since 1984, Sutter St. Serge Sorokko Gallery EAT displays contemporary paintings, sculpture and photography by the likes E&O Kitchen and Bar runs of Donald Sultan and Hunt a popular happy hour with Slonem. shareable bites like the Montague Gallery 445A Sutter St. Clockwise from top: Entree Caldwell Snyder Gallery at Gaspar Brasserie inside 341 Sutter St the Galleria Park Hotel; Ethos Serge Sorokko Gallery boutique, owned by a jet-setting 361 Sutter St. buying duo; art at Caldwell Snyder Gallery; Alessi, where For more things to do everyday items are designed near Union Square go to
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EAT out for whales, seals and seabirds). For some beach In Bodega Bay, Fishetar- time, head to the 17-mile- ian Fish Market serves the long Sonoma Coast State catch of the day in a super Park, where long, sandy casual setting that in- stretches of sand meet cludes patio seating. Wash rocky headlands and down the gluten-free clam coves. Swing by the cliff- chowder with a glass of top, 93-foot Peace obelisk wine from Sonoma Coast sculpture by artist Benny Vineyards. Located across Bufano at Timber Cove from Sonoma’s fishing Resort. Continue north hub, Spud Point Marina to Fort Ross Historic on Bodega Harbor, Spud State Park, bordered by Point Crab Company beaches and redwood welcomes local fishermen forests and home to a for breakfast and lunch. 1800s-era compound built For dinner, consider tak- by Russian fur trappers. ing an epic sunset drive Fort Ross State up Highway 1 to Coast Historic Park 19005 Coast Kitchen, where you’ll dine Hwy., Jenner on upscale California fare PLAY like braised short rib and little gem salad in a rustic Visit Fort Ross Vineyard midcentury modern din- Tasting Room to sip cool- ing room that highlights climate pinot noir and its seaside location via chardonnay, made from floor-to-ceiling windows. grapes that grow above Fishetarian Fish the coastal fog line, while Market 599 South Hwy. 1, admiring the ocean view. Bodega Bay Feeling adventurous? Rent Spud Point Crab a kayak at Bodega Bay Company 1910 Westshore Kayak. Or just stop in Can- Rd., Bodega Bay dy & Kites for creatively Coast Kitchen 21780 flavored saltwater taffy Hwy. 1, Jenner (birthday cake, anyone?) EXPLORE and a colorful kite to fly in the sea breeze. Stop at Bodega Head, a Fort Ross Vineyard rugged peninsula with Tasting Room 15725 incredible views (watch Meyers Grade Rd., Jenner Bodega Bay Kayak Clockwise from top: The coast- 1580 East Shore Dr., line along Highway 1; cocktails Bodega Bay at Coast Kitchen; dinner special Candy & Kites at Coast Kitchen; visible from 1415 Hwy. 1, Bodega Bay the highway, the Bufano Peace For more things to do on the Statue Monument is the second Sonoma Coast go to
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26 WHERE I MARCH 2018 San Francisco offers so many delights, it’s hard to the city of Coloma and forever altered a state known imagine wanting to escape. But savvy seafarers know for its wild beauty and erratic population growth. some of the Bay Area’s most interesting destinations The federal penitentiary part? That lasted just A City Surrounded are just off the mainland, only reachable by cross- under three decades, from 1934 until the last cell door ing the estuary. While not every one of the 40-some swung open in 1963. Today, that short history features San Francisco Bay islands is only accessible by ship, most prominently in tours of the island, alongside the many of the smaller, uninhabited islets remain largely history of several Native American occupations on the by Islands untouched despite the shores teeming with humans island in 1964 and a nearly two-year occupation that nearby. Here, a look at several popular islands worth began in 1969, both protesting the federal govern- San Francisco sits at the tip of a peninsula, bordered by a bay a visit—some just a short drive from the city, no boat- ment’s treatment of American Indians. In 1986, Alca- and ocean dotted with interesting isles that merit exploration. ing required. traz was designated a National Historic Landmark. Today’s visitors—more than a million annually— By Brittany Shoot ALCATRAZ can learn about the island’s many histories through The most iconic island in the San Francisco Bay, Alca- informative signage and audio tours and view historic traz Island was first dubbed “Isla de los Alcatraces,” or structures such as the guardhouse and water tower. “Island of the Pelicans,” by Spanish explorer Lt. Juan In recent years, the island has even become a site Manuel de Ayala in 1775. President Millard Fillmore, for artistic exploration. In 2014, Chinese dissident who advocated for California statehood, declared artist-activist Ai Weiwei used old outbuildings and Alcatraz a military reservation in 1850, two years after even jailhouse cells to install “@ Large,” his acclaimed gold was discovered along the American River near exhibition on themes of and freedom. PHOTO CREDIT GOES HERE GOES CREDIT PHOTO
28 WHERE I APRIL 2017 29 ANGEL ISLAND ISLAND LIFE Fitness.” The bayfront park endured A California State Park even larger for over two glorious decades until (This page clockwise from top
FLICKR; COURTESY VISIT MARIN; ©LIZ ©LIZ MARIN; VISIT COURTESY FLICKR; than neighboring Alcatraz Island, the Bay Bridge directed traffic away right) Angel Island is a popular Angel Island is another former “site for from Alameda, and the town (mostly) spot for Bay Area families to activities undesirable in the middle of ceased to be a destination for thrill- picnic; kayakers can explore the city,” according to the book by the seeking tourists. the wildlife around Hog Island Center for Land Use Interpretation, Mark Twain once called Alameda in Tomales Bay; the rugged “Around The Bay: Man-Made Sites of “the garden of California,” and the Farallon Islands are nicknamed Interest in the San Francisco Bay Re- description holds. Today, Alameda the Galápagos of California; gion.” The island hosted generations is often considered the Mayberry families can explore Angel Island of gun batteries and a Nike missile of the Bay Area, accessible by car as by following its hiking trails; the site and was the socalled “Ellis Island well as ferry across the bay from San restored wetlands of Bair Island of the West,” serving as the region’s Francisco. The bedroom community are home to pelicans, California primary immigration processing and boasts quiet, residential streets, easily clapper rails, peregrine falcons, detention center, as well as a prisoner accessible coastal parks and charming egrets, terns and stilts. of war camp in World Wars I and II. downtown stretches featuring af- The lush island has since been re- fordable vintage shops and restau- claimed for most enjoyable activities rants serving Old-World German and and become a popular day trip in the Lithuanian cuisine. In a quieter way, bay, offering beautiful panoramas of Alameda is also still a good-time des- the city skyline and vistas from which tination with three retro arcades and to admire 360-degree views of the gaming spots for all-ages fun includ- area. Island-goers can rent bicycles ing the Pacific Pinball Museum, where and cruise the perimeter loop trail, you can play over 90 pinball machines hike the squat hills or take a tram all day for a flat fee. around the six-mile circumference of the island. Cantinas serving soft TREASURE ISLAND FROM DUSK TO drinks and savory snacks are open There was much to celebrate when DAWN seasonally. Treasure Island was constructed for (This page from top) The the 1939 Golden Gate International sun setting over Alcatraz ALAMEDA Exposition. The federal government in the San Francisco Bay; The native Ohlone tribes of commissioned construction on the Seal Rocks, located at Northern California settled this former manmade 400-acre parcel adjacent Ocean Beach on the city's peninsula off the western coast of to Yerba Buena Island soon after western coast. Oakland thousands of years ago. The construction was completed on two Spanish arrived in the late 1700s, other major Bay Area landmarks: the about 150 years before Alameda be- Golden Gate Bridge, opened in 1937, came a leisure destination. Neptune and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Beach, an early 20th century shoreline Bridge, completed in 1936 and with amusement park, featured carnival the eastern span replaced in 2013. The rides such a wooden roller coaster, popular 49-Mile Scenic Drive was also and competitions in the park’s created to lure visitors to San Fran- Olympic-size swimming pools featur- cisco, and the 1939 World’s Fair and ing Bay Area legends such as Jack initially terminated on Treasure Island.
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31 ADVENTURES ON THE WATER (From top) The San Francisco skyline at twilight from the vantage point of Treasure Island; a ferry takes passengers from Tiburon in Marin County to Angel Island; Angel Island in the San Francisco Bay is popular with cyclists and hikers.
BEACH DAY U.S. Navy took over the island as a and around them, they’re like Times ISLANDS IN THE BAY SEAL ROCKS (Right) Visitors to the island of Alam- training base for half a century, of- Square on New Year’s Eve.” - Below the eda can use the bike lane to pedal ficially closing in 1997. Thousands of Indeed, nature-lovers populate Cliff House and jutting out of down to Crown Memorial State Beach civilians now call the island home, and the all-day excursions ferrying visi- the northern end of Ocean for a long ride or walk along the many of the Art Deco terminal build- tors to the jagged so-called Devil’s Beach you’ll find these tower- beautiful coastline. A stop at Crab ings are used in film and television Teeth several hours beyond the ing rocks, barely reachable in Cove on the northwest corner of the production, as well as housing art and Golden Gate Bridge. The islands are low tide and a handy stopover beach is a must. You can see bay antiques for dealers and collectors. a mecca for some dozen-plus species for hundreds of brown peli- wildlife burrowed in the mud flats In the last decade, as Treasure Is- of birds, including several species of cans and cormorants search- at low tide and spend some time land has become known for its epony- storm-petrel and the tufted puffin. ing the coastline for food. exploring the visitor center's hands- mous annual music festival, seven The Farallones are also a haul-out on marine life exhibits. urban wineries have also planted site for several species of seal and HOG ISLAND Known metaphorical roots on the island, sea lion, including hulking northern for its namesake oysters, including Treasure Island Wines, a elephant seals. Gray, blue and hump- this small, sandy mound in collective of artisan wineries. Treasure back whales feed in the surrounding Tomales Bay north of San Island also offers some of the best waters, as do great white sharks, Francisco is also a roosting views of the San Francisco skyline. which show up seasonally to feast ground for cormorants and Even amateur shutterbugs will enjoy at this marine mammal breeding a stopover for the occasional the sweeping views of the city across ground. Designated a national wild- bald eagle. Rent a kayak to the glittering waters of the bay—pro- life refuge, only scientists are allowed explore the bay, and you’ll vided the fog hasn’t rolled in. on a single slab of rock, Southeast likely spot orange bat sea stars Farallon Island. All other visitors must and harbor seals keeping a FARALLON ISLANDS stay aboard the vessel that brought respectful distance behind “Twenty-eight miles from the end them. your boat. of the continent, you come upon the “Until recently, the Farallones most forbidding piece of real estate were not islands at all,” Kamiya notes BAIR ISLAND - New trails to be found within the borders of any in his history of the rocky outcrop- on this otherwise undevel- major city in the world: the Farallon pings. ]“During the last glacial pe- oped 3,000-acre salt marsh Islands,” writes San Francisco journal- riod, which ended 12,500 years ago, restoration in progress make ist Gary Kamiya in his bestselling love sea levels were much lower than they it a delightful spot along the letter to his hometown, “Cool Gray are today... The first San Franciscans, Pacific Flyway to observe mas- City of Love.” “The Farallones are only who arrived some 13,000 years ago, sive flocks of seabirds. Look barren and desolate from a human could have walked out there.” Today’s for great and snowy egrets, as perspective,” he adds. “For the myriad visitors will have to settle for a sail to well as curlews, a long-billed OPPOSITE PAGE FROM TOP: ©SCOTT CHERNIS/SF TRAVEL; ©DENNIS ANDERSON/VISIT MARIN; MARIN; ANDERSON/VISIT ©DENNIS TRAVEL; CHERNIS/SF ©SCOTT TOP: FROM PAGE OPPOSITE BEACH STATE MEMORIAL CROWN COURTESY PAGE: THIS MARIN. VISIT COURTESY PHOTO CREDIT GOES HERE GOES CREDIT PHOTO other living things that swarm all over sea instead. wading bird.
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MACY’S The flagship store is housed in two buildings between O’Farrell and Geary streets on either side of Stockton Street. Encompassing an entire city block, the west building features womenswear and ac- cessories, watches, cosmetics, Shop SEARCH THE CITY / For more listings, see wheretraveler.com/san-francisco jewelry, the visitor center and a post office. Menswear and accessories are located across A Material World Stockton Street in the east building. Pick up your visitor For over 60 years, Britex Fabrics has been an anchor of the Union savings pass at the visitor Square shopping district and home to the largest selection of fabrics center on the cellar level. 170 O’Farrell St., 415.954.6271. on the West Coast. The family-run store has been a go-to for hob- WILKES BASHFORD byists and professionals alike—everyone from tailors and DIY-ers This high-end specialty retail- to fashion students, performers and costumers have championed er boasts six floors brimming with men’s and women’s the store for its unrivalled selection. Each of the store’s four floors clothing, accessories, jewelry, are packed with fabrics from emerging designers and fashion icons; shoes and housewares. In the city for more than 40 years laces, ribbons, notions and buttons from around the world; accesso- and owned by the Mitchell ries; and home decorating fabrics and furnishings. Catch a free tour Family of Stores, Wilkes Bashford offers truly unique every other Saturday. 117 Post St., 415.392.2910 and unexpected style that is San Francisco, with service that’s unparalleled. 375 Sutter St., 415.986.4380. ACCESSORIES & BAGS APPAREL from Japanese and Italian authors. 3885A Cesar Chavez SHINOLA AZALEA BOUTIQUE lines, premium denim, St., 415.282.4712. HOME & DESIGN Founded in 2011, Detroit- This youthful, trendy bou- American footwear, women’s ALESSI based Shinola was conceived tique in Hayes Valley offers basics from French lines, DEPARTMENT STORES The Italian houseware brand’s with the belief that products designs for men and women ocean gear, books and art. 365 BLOOMINGDALE’S flagship Union Square lo- should be well made and by the likes of Found Made Valencia St., 415.779.2712. Located in Westfield cation is filled with an array built to last. As makers of New, Vince, A.P.C. and James San Francisco Centre, of products for the home, modern watches, bicycles, Perse, as well as an impres- BOOKS & MUSIC this is the second largest including iconic 20th-century journals and leather goods, sive inventory of denim. You AMOEBA MUSIC Bloomingdale’s store in the industrial design masterpiec- Shinola stands for skill at scale, might find a modish hand- This Haight-Ashbury institu- country, offering the latest es like the Michael Graves the preservation of craft and bag, stylish sneakers or a hip tion has one of the largest fashions for women, men whistling bird teakettle, the the beauty of industry. 53 denim jacket. 411 Hayes St., selections of CDs, DVDs, and kids, plus home decor. “Juicy Salif” citrus squeezer by Hotaling Pl., 415.513.1640. 415.861.9888. videos, vinyl records and vin- A 140-year history of fash- Philippe Starck and the “Anna tage rock posters anywhere. ion, special events and the G” corkscrew by Alessandro TIMBUK2 MARINE LAYER 1855 Haight St., 415.831.1200. iconic Little Brown Bag make Mendini. Bridal registry, gift A bike messenger founded This casual clothing company 2455 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, Bloomingdale’s like “No Other certificates, complimentary this bag company in a garage sells luxuriously soft sweat- 510.549.1125. Store in the World.” Begin gift-wrap and shipping in the Mission District in 1989, shirts, tees and scarves that your day at the first floor visi- are available. 424 Sutter St., and the factory is still located are sustainably made right OMNIVORE BOOKS ON FOOD tor center with special offers. 415.434.0403. in the same neighborhood. here in San Francisco. The Featuring new, antiquarian 845 Market St., 415.856.5300. The flagship Hayes Valley custom fabric is a blend of and collectible books by THE ANTIQUE TRADERS boutique carries messengers, two yarns, pima cotton and and for culinary gurus, this GUMP’S This shop specializes in laptop bags, backpacks, lug- MicroModal, which is a bio- bookstore is a wonderland Founded in 1861, this bi-level stained-glass lamps and win- gage, totes and accessories based material that comes for readers interested in food Union Square retailer is a leg- dows, estate jewelry, cut crys- in limited-edition designs. from recycled beechwood. and drink. It features books endary destination for luxury tal, bronzes and furniture, pri- Customers can choose their 2209 Chestnut St., 415.346.2400. on everything from the tradi- gifts, jewelry and home decor. marily from the Art Nouveau own color combinations and 98 Hayes St., 415.829.7519. tions of colonial India to the Find sumptuous pearls, jade, period. Worldwide shipping play with specialty fabrics. All kitchens of 1950s America fine jewelry and china on the is available. 4310 California St., designs are guaranteed to THE VOYAGER SHOP and hosts numerous events first floor. The collections of 415.668.4444. last a lifetime. 506 Hayes St., A retail collaboration from a with high-profile chefs and crystal and silver are upstairs. 415.252.9860. group of artistic businesses, 135 Post St., 415.982.1616.
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ATYS SHREVE & CO. than 40 years. 140 Sutter St., and genuine shell cordovan. SPECIALTY FOODS The modern household and Founded in 1854 and still 415.989.0429. 170 Sutter St., 415.421.6691. GHIRARDELLI ICE CREAM & personal items at this store one of the city’s leading CHOCOLATE SHOP are designed by architects purveyors of fine jewelry, JOHN VARVATOS SHOPPING DESTINA- San Francisco’s signature and industrial designers, a watches and crystal, the San Occupying a unique place in TIONS chocolatier operates two practice that lends a high- Francisco institution features the landscape of American EMBARCADERO CENTER cafe-chocolate shop com- art feel to everyday items. an in-store Mikimoto pearl design, John Varvatos unites The office towers stretch- bos in the city: the original Most of the sleek pieces are boutique, Rolex watches and Old World craftsmanship and ing west from the foot of location in Ghirardelli Square imported from Scandinavia, many other luxuries. 150 Post refined tailoring with modern Sacramento Street, known (a renovated former choc- Germany, France and Italy. St., 415.421.2600. 329 Stanford innovations in textiles and as 1, 2, 3 and 4 Embarcadero, olate factory) and another 2149B Union St., 415.441.9220. Shopping Center, Palo Alto, a rock ‘n’ roll sensibility. The also house more than 100 at the Palace Hotel. Let your 650.327. 2211. brand represents an entire retailers, 30 restaurants and a nose guide you to displays HEATH CERAMICS men’s lifestyle. 152 Geary St., movie theater. Restaurants in- bursting with great gift ideas, One of the few remaining MEN’S APPAREL 415.986.0138. clude Sens for Mediterranean then sit for a while over dec- mid-century American pot- THE HOUND CLOTHIERS favorites and Osha Thai adent homemade hot fudge teries still in existence today, A haberdasher of fine cloth- SHOES for some of the best curry sundaes, milkshakes, hot Heath has been making ing for gentlemen, The THE ALDEN SHOP around. 415.772.0700. cocoa or coffee. 900 North tableware and tile for over a Hound is located on the Established in 1884, this shoe Point St., 415.474.3938. 2 New half-century in its Sausalito ground level of the historic company offers classic men’s WESTFIELD SAN FRANCISCO Montgomery St., 415.536.7830. factory. The shops sell artisan glass-front Hallidie Building footwear that represents New CENTRE pottery that emphasizes de- in the heart of the Financial England’s tradition of old- This nine-story shopping SPICE ACE sign, handcrafted techniques District. Known for its excep- school, custom boot-making mall features Nordstrom, Considered by some to be and the reinvigoration of the tional customer service and at its finest. Find a complete Bloomingdale’s and more one of the best spice shops in company’s designer-mak- large inventory of classically line of shoes, from wingtips than 200 shops and restau- the world, this locally owned er legacy. 1 Ferry Building, styled business clothing, to slip-ons, carefully hand- rants, including the fine-din- store on Steiner Street has 415.399.9284. 2900 18th St., accessories and sportswear, worked with painstaking at- ing Restaurant Collection more than 400 of the finest 415.361.5552. this shop has been dressing tention to detail using premi- Under the Dome. 865 Market spices, herbs, blends, salts, professional men for more um calfskins, luxurious suedes St., 415.495.5656. peppers, chiles and extracts NEEDLEPOINT INC. from around the globe. For the best in hand-painted Tasting jars offer a chance needlepoint designs, visit this to experience every spice. shop in the heart of Jackson Try the customer favorites: Square. Needlepoint Inc. T A T Pacific Heights spice blend, carries a wide assortment of Calabrian sea salt and smoked original canvases, fibers and LARGEST SELECTION OF ORIGINAL ART NOUVEAU ITEMS sweet paprika from Spain. Est. 1970 stitching accessories. M-F 1821 Steiner St., 415.885.3038. 9 am-5 pm, Sa 10 am-4 pm. 326 Jackson St., 415.392.1622. WOMEN’S APPAREL 800.345.1622. THE GROCERY STORE No ordinary corner market, JEWELRY this is a hip European fashion HUBLOT oasis featuring cool clothing Located in the heart of Union with a rock-star twist. Jeans Square in the historic 180 and more jeans and a world- Geary St. building, Hublot San class selection of tees hang Francisco offers an extensive on simple rolling racks lining selection of timepieces for both sides of the huge space. ladies and men. Hublot time- Designer shoes and jewelry pieces merge classic Swiss round out the merchandise horological complications mix. 3687 Sacramento St., with modern design and 415.928.3615. materials, redefining what a Swiss watch looks like. You’ll SUSAN also find hard-to-find, limit- This elegant storefront ed-edition pieces as well as offers fine European and a small selection of accesso- Japanese apparel, shoes ries including cuff links and and accessories, including belt buckles. The elegant Tiffany lamps • Galle and Daum Nancy pieces the latest styles by Comme boutique features a discreet Stained Glass Windows • Handel Lamps des Garçons, Simone Rocha, bar and lounge below the Junya Watanabe and other sales floor. 174 Geary St., Pairpoint and other lamps avant-garde designers. 3685 415.981.2200. Sacramento St., 415.922.3685. 43004310 California St. at 5th Avenue • San Francisco • (415) 668-4444
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A Shrine to Designers, Makers JOHN BERGGRUEN GALLERY SAN FRANCISCO ART and Artists Established in 1970, this EXCHANGE world-class, bi-level gallery San Francisco Art Exchange San Francisco’s only museum devoted exclu- hosts new exhibitions month- is a worldwide leader in art sively to modern and contemporary craft and ly, showcasing works by and photographs from rock young contemporary artists ‘n’ roll and pop culture. The design, the Museum of Craft and Design as well as major 20th century gallery features original pho- modern and contemporary tographs, paintings, drawings (MCD) explores how the two themes relate to American and European and limited-edition prints of global culture. The non-collecting institution painters and sculptors includ- The Beatles, Rolling Stones, ing Willem de Kooning, Roy Jimi Hendrix and more. Open showcases designers, makers and artists in De Forest, Georgia O’Keeffe, M-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 458 Geary its shows, which currently feature furniture Henri Matisse and Jim Dine. St., 415.441.8840. Bay Area artists and tastes are designer Tom Loeser and international artist well represented. Closed Su. SAN FRANCISCO CENTER duo t.w.five. Be sure to peruse the museum’s 10 Hawthorne St., 415.781.4629. FOR THE BOOK This gallery and studio show- excellent shop. 2569 3rd St., 415.773.0303 MARTIN LAWRENCE cases every artistic aspect GALLERIES of books, from the antique Founded in 1975, Martin to the experimental. Ponder Lawrence Galleries specializes exhibitions on censorship ART GALLERIES sistently been a vital force in assisting designers and cli- HACKETT MILL in original paintings, sculp- and literary forms from vari- 111 MINNA GALLERY the art world by introducing ents to find the perfect pieces This gallery presents rare tures and limited-edition ous cultures or take a peek at This hip arts space on an many renowned artists to for their home. 357 Geary St., works from the 1950s and graphics. The gallery features binding and printing work- alley just two blocks south of the Bay Area for the first time. 415.397.0114. 1960s by important American, works by Pablo Picasso, Marc shops. 375 Rhode Island St., Market Street doubles as a bar 341 Sutter St., 415.392.2299. European and Asian artists. Chagall, Rembrandt, Andy 415.565.0545. and club and features work 1328 Main St., St. Helena, CREATIVITY EXPLORED The gallery focuses on Warhol and Keith Haring in all media by emerging and 707.200.5050. Artists with developmental historical movements that along with the best emerg- SANDRA LEE GALLERY alternative artistic talent. 111 disabilities create art for sale took place in the mid-20th ing artists. 366 Geary St., This downtown gallery show- Minna St., 415.974.1719. CHRISTOPHER-CLARK FINE and exhibition here. The gal- century including American 415.956.0345. cases original, innovative ART lery offers remarkable art at Modern, Post-War Abstract paintings, sculptures and 49 GEARY This premier San Francisco surprisingly affordable prices Expressionism and California/ MEYEROVICH GALLERY photographs for art lovers The remarkable building that gallery features paintings, and hosts exhibitions on a Bay Area Figurative Art. One of the country’s lead- and collectors. Representing once housed the entire West drawings and original prints variety of engaging themes. Closed Su, M. 201 Post St., Ste. ing galleries, specializing both emerging and estab- Coast operation of Western by European masters. Find 3245 16th St., 415.863.2108. 1000, 415.362.3377. in American and European lished local and international Union is now home to about engravings and etchings paintings, works on paper, artists, it features superior art 20 art galleries and four by Dürer and Rembrandt; GALLERY 444 HASHIMOTO graphics and sculpture by at affordable prices. Closed rare-book dealers. Holding French Barbizon paintings; Celebrating more than 20 CONTEMPORARY modern and contempo- Su, M. 251 Post St., Ste. 310, what may be the largest Impressionist works by years in its location, this fam- Located in Nob Hill, rary masters such as John 415.291.8000. single concentration of art, Pissarro, Renoir, Manet and ily-owned gallery exhibits Hashimoto Contemporary Baldessari, Guy Dill, Alex photography, prints and rare Cassatt; and art of la belle original paintings, prints is home to an eclectic blend Katz, Roy Lichtenstein, SERGE SOROKKO GALLERY books anywhere in the coun- epoque from Toulouse- and sculptures. It features of new contemporary artists. Robert Motherwell, Robert A stalwart in the San Francisco try, 49 Geary will keep any art Lautrec, Cheret and Tissot. more than 20 international With monthly rotating exhibi- Rauschenburg, Frank Stella, art scene since 1984, this lover entertained for hours. 49 Twentieth century masters and local artists, including tions, the gallery focuses on Donald Sultan, Bernar Venet gallery features contempo- Geary St. Picasso, Matisse, Chagall Boulanger and Olbinski, a range of painting, sculpture and Russian artist Grisha rary paintings, sculpture and and Dali as well as Post-War whose unique works inspire and installation-based work. Bruskin. Closed Su. 251 Post St., photography by critically ASIAN ARTS CENTER American artists Stella, imagination and evoke emo- 804 Sutter St., 415.655.9265. Suite 400, 415.421.7171. acclaimed American and Located near Union Square, Motherwell, Frankenthaler tion. 444 Post St., 415.434.4477. European artists, including the Asian Arts Center features and Lichtenstein are also JENKINS JOHNSON GALLERY MONTAGUE GALLERY Donald Sultan, Hunt Slonem, traditional Asian artwork represented. Open daily. 377 GALLERY WENDI NORRIS Features contemporary pho- The only gallery of its kind Ross Bleckner, Eric Freeman, exhibits including silk embroi- Geary St., 415.397.7781. This bold and modern 5,100 tography, painting, video, in San Francisco, Montague Miguel Condé, Thomas dery art, Tibetan metalwork, square-foot gallery in SoMa performance and glass sculp- Gallery features an expan- Struth and others. The gallery Burmese jade and Hetian CK CONTEMPORARY is known for its surrealist net- ture by emerging, mid-career sive roster of respected provides expert art advising nephrite. Open daily. 45 This new and beautifully work. It hosts exhibitions that and established artists. With and sought-after names in services to its international Kearny St., 415.296.8508. renovated gallery space is are emblematic of its transcul- an emphasis on content-driv- the contemporary fine art clientele and ships all over the home to a collection of orig- tural nature and works to inte- en art, international artists glass world, including Lino world. Closed Su. 361 Sutter St., CALDWELL SNYDER inal paintings by noteworthy grate its contemporary artists challenge the traditional use Tagliapietra, Dante Marioni, 415.421.7770. GALLERY American and European con- into the global community of of materials to produce work Hiroshi Yamano and Chihuly Caldwell Snyder is a leading temporary artists. In addition art professionals, institutions that focuses and reflects on Workshop. The gallery also SFMOMA ARTISTS GALLERY contemporary art gallery to mounting exhibitions, the and collectors. 161 Jessie St., societal issues. 464 Sutter St., features jewelry and painting. This two-story SFMOMA sat- representing many of the gallery works closely with 415.346.7812. 415.677.0770. 445A Sutter St., 415.964.4978. ellite houses more than 800 most significant international new and experienced col- emerging and established painters and sculptors of lectors, locating works of art, Northern California artists.
the 21st century. It has con- managing commissions and TIEL DU ©KATHERINE The non-profit gallery offers
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© Hearst Communications rentals and sales. Tu-Sa. 2 ing Picasso, Chagall, Calder CONTEMPORARY JEWISH SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF movie classics, new and his- Marina Blvd., Fort Mason, Bldg. and Miró. It represents several MUSEUM MODERN ART toric foreign films and experi- A, 415.441.4777. important artists’ estates from Located in a stunning Daniel After a three-year hiatus, mental cinema. 2155 Center St., the schools of early non-ob- Libeskind-designed building, SFMOMA has unveiled a © Stephen Somerstein 510.642.0808. TANGENT jective painting, Surrealism the CJM engages audiences Snohetta-led expansion that Stroll by this Union Square and Abstract Expressionism, of all ages and backgrounds makes it the largest modern BUBBLE STREET GALLERY landmark, and a remarkable as well as a collection of con- through dynamic exhibitions art space in the nation, easily From the bizarre to the ro- and visually enticing work temporary figurative painters. and programs that explore housing entire floors of ab- mantic, Bubble Street Gallery will likely catch your eye. The 349 Geary St., 415.362.8155. contemporary perspectives stract American art and min- offers an eclectic mix of fine gallery showcases works from on Jewish culture, history, imalist and pop art. There’s arts and crafts. Contemporary American and international WHITE WALLS art and ideas. Closed W. $8 an entire gallery devoted to surrealist Daniel Merriam’s artists that present new Over the past decade, this Th after 5 pm. Free first Tu of Alexander Calder, with a focus collection of paintings, prints, approaches to traditional Tenderloin hipster art gallery the month. 736 Mission St., on his work between the ceramics, jewelry and more media. Past exhibits have has evolved into a destination 415.655.7800. 1920s and 1960s. The Pritzker reflect a variety of styles rang- included candy sculptures, for urban and contempo- Center for Photography ded- ing from Steampunk to Neo- photomosaics and three-di- rary art reflecting culturally DE YOUNG MUSEUM icates about 15,000 square Victorian and pop surrealism. mensional paintings. M-Sa, Su diverse subjects, artists and Founded in 1895, the impres- feet to photography, more 565 Bridgeway Blvd., Sausalito, by appointment. 373 Geary St., current political themes. The sively varied museum is cur- than any other U.S. art muse- 415.339.0506. 415.956.9999. quality of the culturally signif- rently housed in an architec- um. The open-ceiling seventh icant street art exhibited has tural masterpiece designed floor houses nothing but con- GALLERY SAUSALITO THOMAS REYNOLDS elevated the gallery to fine art by the Swiss firm Herzog and temporary art. Nearly 45,000 Located in the heart of GALLERY status and earned it a reputa- de Meuron. It showcases col- square feet of the museum’s downtown Sausalito, this This small gallery housed in tion for supporting ultra-pro- lections from the Americas, ground floor galleries are free contemporary gallery en- a restored Victorian near the gressive artists. It shares a Pacific Islands and Africa and and open to the public, and compasses the working Fillmore Street shopping stunning 5,000-square-foot features a tower observation admission is free for visitors studio of artist and owner Sue district specializes in con- white space with its sister deck. Free general admission 18 and under. 151 3rd St., Averell. Visitors can see her temporary landscapes and gallery, Shooting Gallery. first Tu of each month. Closed 415.357.4000. works-in-progress, purchase cityscapes by emerging Bay Closed Su-M. 886 Geary St., M. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr., completed 2D and 3D piec- Area artists. Open Th-Sa. 2291 415.931.1500. 415.750.3600. YERBA BUENA CENTER FOR es, or commission custom Pine St., 415.441.4093. THE ARTS pieces for a home or business. ZK GALLERY LEGION OF HONOR This contemporary art center 29B Princess St., Sausalito, V. VORRES GALLERY This contemporary and mod- High on the headlands above highlights multicultural issues © Bernard of Hollywood/ 415.887.9238. Renaissance Road Inc. This gallery specializes in ern art gallery exhibits both the Golden Gate—where the through the artworks dis- contemporary painting, internationally renowned Pacific Ocean spills into the played in its two main gallery OAKLAND MUSEUM OF photography and works on and emerging artists, seeking San Francisco Bay—stands spaces, high-tech gallery and CALIFORNIA paper. The work ranges from to present hand-selected this grand museum, the gift of video screening room. Past The OMCA brings together representation to abstrac- talent from across the globe. Alma de Bretteville Spreckels exhibits have focused on the collections of art, history and tion, with a unifying theme It serves both the novice art to the city of San Francisco. A Dalai Lama, Anna Halprin and © Stephen Goldblatt natural science under one of formal soundness, the enthusiast and the discerning three-quarter-scale adapta- the political nature of con- roof to tell the extraordinary achievement of originality collector. 213 Jefferson St., tion of the 18th-century Palais temporary women’s art. 701 stories of California and its and aesthetic excellence. 415.632.1036. de la Légion d’Honneur in Mission St., 415.978.2787. people. 1000 Oak St., Oakland, The diverse artists presented Paris, the museum was built 510.318.8400. range from strong emerging MUSEUMS to commemorate California BAY AREA talent to established modern ASIAN ART MUSEUM soldiers who died in World BAMPFA SFO MUSEUM masters. 3681 Sacramento St., Home to more than 18,000 War I. The collection includes UC Berkeley’s visual-arts Founded in 1980 as the first 415.423.4345. exquisite art objects span- works by European masters center reopened early 2016 such cultural institution inside ning 6,000 years of history and major holdings of Rodin after a $112 million renova- an international airport, these VELVET DA VINCI and culture throughout sculptures. The grounds offer tion by world-renowned One of the greatest collections rotating exhibition galleries Named for an old “Perry Asia, this museum is one of spectacular views of the firm Diller Scofidio + Renfro, are a nice treat while you wait Mason” episode, this gallery the largest in the Western Pacific Ocean, Golden Gate known for for projects includ- of Pop Iconography anywhere. for your plane at SFO. They of contemporary crafts spe- Hemisphere devoted exclu- Bridge and San Francisco. ing NYC’s elevated High Line A must see while in Downtown include the San Francisco cializes in art jewelry and met- sively to Asian art. Free first Su Closed M. 100 34th Ave. in park and LA’s Broad Museum. San Francisco. Airport Commission Aviation alwork. It regularly organizes of each month. Closed M. 200 Lincoln Park, 415.750.3600. The 83,000 square-foot mu- Library and the Louis A. exhibitions of contemporary Larkin St., 415.581.3500. seum includes an expansive Open to the public Turpen Aviation Museum craft, representing more MUSEUM OF THE AFRICAN permanent collection with a © Michael Gaffney located in a pre-security area than 75 artists from around CHINESE CULTURE CENTER DIASPORA dynamic schedule of rotating San Francisco Art Exchange LLC in the International Terminal, the globe. Tu-Sa 11 am-6 pm, OF SAN FRANCISCO This recently renovated art exhibitions that range 458 Geary Street as well as public art displayed Su 11 am-4 pm. 2015 Polk St., A non-profit organization fos- cultural institution reminds from classical Chinese paint- throughout the airport in the 415.441.0109. tering the understanding and visitors that Africa is the ing to abstract expressionism San Francisco, CA 94102 form of paintings, sculptures, appreciation of Chinese and birthplace of humankind to provocative multimedia T 415 441 8840 E [email protected] mosaics and environmental WEINSTEIN GALLERY Chinese-American art, history and celebrates the global work by emerging artists. SFAE.com works. Located throughout This gallery’s collection is and culture in the United contributions of people of The film archive has more SFO terminals, 650.821.6700. dedicated to rare works of States. 750 Kearny St., 3rd fl., African decent. 685 Mission than 450 public screenings 20th century masters includ- 415.986.1822. St., 415.358.7200. each year of rare and restored
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Hit the Lanes punch and also peddles panadas, ceviche and meat is unique. 916 Grant Ave., taps from some of the best Mission Bowling Club is San Francisco’s take piping-hot, Argentinian-style skewers or visit the down- 415.982.0072. breweries in the world, two empanadas and assorted stairs dining room for a more cask handles, exclusive house on a bowling alley. Along with six lanes of bottled beers. 3801 18th St., serious, meat-focused menu. LOCAL EDITION beers and a full kitchen serv- bowling, the retro-hip Mission District estab- 415.273.9295. 2516 Mission St., 415.550.6970. Beneath Market Street, the ing up tasty bar bites that local bar superstars behind pair perfectly with beer. The lishment houses a full bar and an excellent COMSTOCK SALOON ELIXIR Bourbon & Branch have cre- cellar is home to the Tivoli Named after Henry Comstock This Mission Dolores bar— ated this classy underground Sour Room, where lambics restaurant serving one of the best burgers and the famed Comstock part pub, part sports bar, part cocktail bar that provides and sour beers are on tap. 34 in the city. Plan to have dinner or brunch Lode, which brought mining lounge and part certified a sophisticated addition to Mason St., 415.984.0279. fortunes to the City by the green business—offers a taste the city’s nightlife scene. at the bar, in the dining area or on the cov- Bay, this bar is a throwback to of the Old West. Serving its Inspired by the 1950s and MONK’S KETTLE ered, dog-friendly patio before or after your the city’s Barbary Coast era, neighbors since 1858, there’s ’60s newspaper industry, the This cozy Mission gastropub located in a site that’s served no better spot for handmade vintage décor includes type- specializes in craft beer, game. The 21+ venue welcomes families as a San Francisco watering fresh fruit cocktails. Tuesday writers and archived news serving 24 draughts and over hole since 1907. Sip on careful- nights are a hit with bar trivia, clippings that let you relive 120 bottles of Belgian and during the day on Saturdays and Sundays. ly crafted classic cocktails and and weekends bring a make- San Francisco’s past, and even Californian brews. The kitchen 3176 17th St., 415.863.2695 nibble on turn-of-the-century your-own Bloody Mary bar. the waitresses are dressed in is open every night until 1 am saloon fare. 155 Columbus 3200 16th St., 415.552.1633. time-period perfect outfits. for upscale pub food. Be pre- Ave., 415.617.0071. And the drinks are equally pared to wait—they do not LI PO COCKTAIL LOUNGE on point: highballs, Gibsons take reservations. 3141 16th St., BARS & NIGHTCLUBS 1993 as a top secret project, tap, along with cocktails and club atmosphere. Imbibe EL TECHO This cavernous watering hole and other updated classics 415.865.9523. 15 ROMOLO Anchor Distilling Company a full menu of high-end pub Champagne or bour- Located in the Mission is a quintessential Chinatown rule here. 691 Market St., One of the best bars in the has recently opened its doors fare. The brewhouse also of- bon-heavy libations at the District, this expansive roof- dive with cheap leather 415.795.1375. MR. TIPPLE’S RECORDING city for a perfectly crafted, to the public with the launch fers a weekend brunch menu, library or book a booth in the top bar offers sweeping views booths, a dusty jukebox and STUDIO creative cocktail, this dim, of a new tasting room. The featuring salads, Hog Island main bar in the back. Check of the city skyline. Drinks shiny golden Buddha’s be- MIKKELLER BAR This spirit-driven jazz bar with hidden spot in an alley off the company offers a one-hour, oysters, steak and eggs, and the website for reservations range from pisco-based cock- hind the bar. But the drinks Located on the ground floor bar bites is tucked away in a North Beach strip also serves intimate tasting experience, bottomless mimosas. 1785 and read the rules before you tails to esoteric Brazilian beer. are strong and the experience of a 1907 Victorian building, cozy back alley of the city’s well-priced carnival-themed in which a beverage expert Fulton St., 415.416.6989. go. 501 Jones St., 415.346.1735. Dig into tasty nibbles like em- this beer bar features 40 Mid-Market neighborhood. bar bites. 15 Romolo Pl., guides you through Anchor’s The bar features live jazz 415.398.1359. production process and BENJAMIN COOPER BURRITT ROOM nightly with no cover, a sharp helps you explore the flavors Located within Hotel G in Named after the Nob Hill list of rotating cocktails and NEW CONSERVATORY THEATRE CENTER
ALCHEMIST BAR & LOUNGE and aromas of Anchor spirits, Union Square, this intimate alley off Bush Street that was IN ASSOCIATION WITH under-$10 snacks. On your SEASON PRODUCERS: NORMAN ABRAMSON & DAVID BEERY, LOWELL KIMBLE This bar and lounge mixes SF’s including Old Potrero 18th and contemporary oyster bar the scene of the murder in EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: JORGE R. HERNÁNDEZ & RON JENKINS, TED TUCKER, CURTIS WILHELM & MICHAEL GLOVER first visit, try the Dizzy cocktail PRODUCERS: BENNET MARKS & KIM HARRIS famed speakeasy-style bar Century Whiskey, Hophead with a vintage San Francisco “The Maltese Falcon,” the PRESENT (East India sherry, terroir gin, scene (classic cocktails served vodka, Genevieve gin and feel is for the serious cocktail Burritt Room at the Mystic cynar) and the catfish po boy in an off-the-beaten-path sec- more. Reserve ahead. 1705 aficionados. 398 Geary St., Hotel brings well-crafted REGIONAL (cabbage slaw, tartar sauce, ond story location) with a hip- Mariposa St., 415.863.8350. 415.654.5061. cocktails to the Union Square PREMIERE side of hand-cut Cajun fries). ster vibe (shuffleboard, board neighborhood. Pull up a red 39 Fell St., 415.851.8561. games) in the SOMA district. AUDIO DISCOTECH BIERGARTEN velvet bar stool and watch as “Hilariously, 679 3rd St., 415.746.9968. With a nod to the past but an Located in Hayes Valley, this expert mixologists shake and NIHON sidesplittingly funny” eye to the future, this dance traditional beer garden offers stir some of the best drinks Nihon is as much a delicious ALEMBIC club combines state of the a variety of German beers around, like the Smoked —THE NEW YORK TIMES Japanese restaurant as it Offering a long list of both art lighting and sound with on tap and serves up locally Peach and Weissen Sour. 417 is a seductive whiskey bar, classic cocktails and original a retro aesthetic reminiscent sourced food like sausages Stockton St., in the Mystic Hotel, serving over 400 selections “You really must laugh at concoctions, this Haight of a ‘70s Cadillac. It features a and salaten—all to be en- 415.400.0561. of whiskey. The servers are McNally’s unquenchable wit” Ashbury restaurant and bar Funktion One sound system, joyed alfresco. 424 Octavia St., attentive and the bartenders is a great place to try some- a spring-loaded dance floor 415.252.9289. CASK —VARIETY know exactly which whis- thing new, like the Blood and and two bars. The downstairs Sip boutique bourbons, hard- key to pour, either straight Sand. Homemade brews and sister restaurant and bar, BIMBO’S 365 CLUB to-find whiskeys and more up or sour. 1779 Folsom St., local food are the specialty, Bergerac, offers handcrafted The atmosphere at this at this bar specializing in arti- “Gleefully bitchy 415.552.4400. making it a true San Francisco cocktails and upscale pub all-purpose event space sanal distillers. Created by the and affectionate” experience. 1725 Haight St., food in a bohemian setting. brings you back to the era people behind Bourbon and —ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY NOIR LOUNGE 415.666.0822. 316 11th St., 415.481.0556. of smoking lounges and big Branch, this is the place to find This spot in the Hayes Valley bands. Check the web site a well-crafted drink, and with neighborhood is part wine ANCHOR DISTILLING BARREL HEAD BREWHOUSE for performances from major engraving services at hand, bar, part brewpub and part COMPANY The first thing you’ll notice rock and roll acts to comedy maybe even a thoughtful gift. MAR 2–APR 1, 2018 movie lounge, showcasing You may already be familiar when you walk into this mod- to live jazz. 1025 Columbus 17 3rd St., 415.424.4844. Noir films in a private screen- with the historic Anchor ern brewpub is a giant tor- Ave., 415.474.0365. By Terrence McNally Directed by Arturo Catricala ing area. It has a 1940s jazz-era Brewing Company, but you pedo behind the bar, which CERVECERIA DE MATEVEZA feel and serves an extensive BUY TICKETS AT NCTCSF.ORG probably didn’t know that serves as the base of the bar BOURBON & BRANCH This tiny place on the north- BOX OFFICE: 415.861.8972 menu of bar bites and entrees the iconic brewery is also the tap. A must-visit for any beer This Tenderloin speakeasy east corner of Mission Dolores 25 VAN NESS AVE AT MARKET ST along with a changing array home of Anchor Distilling aficionado, Barrel Head offers offers strong Prohibition-era Park brews its beers with of flights of popcorn, both
Company. Established in 30 rotating micro-beers on cocktails in a 1920s private yerba mate for a caffeine-rich BOWLING MISSION COURTESY
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savory and sweet. 581 Hayes approach to rum, showcasing fame. These days, it can be SAN FRANCISCO array of styles from hard rock Steve Silver’s “Beach Blanket the perfect venue for this PRESS CLUB St., 415.431.6647. more than 400 varieties from packed on the weekends with CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC and punk to folk and pop, Babylon,” the hilariously immersive theater experience Located in the luxurious cellar around the world, including a healthy mixture of locals This professional school in the the Bottom comes equipped campy revue that has been that has been compared space of the Four Seasons PLAYERS SPORTS GRILL & rare and vintage finds. The and tourists. 255 Columbus Civic Center neighborhood with a full bar, pool tables, a local favorite since 1974, to San Francisco’s famous Hotel, this chic urban tasting ARCADE drink menu includes more Ave., 415.362.3370. offers an array of musical and a kitchen staff that stays known for its hats and wigs Beach Blanket Babylon. This room offers a wine country This waterfront sports bar than 70 cocktails made from programs, many of them up as late as you do. 1233 17th and spoofs of current events year, the company unveiled experience right in the mid- features more than 35 HDTVs, premium spirits and liqueurs, WHITECHAPEL free to the public. 50 Oak St., St., 415.626.4455. and celebrities in ever-evolv- its newest offering, a show dle of the city, uncorking an 200 sports channels, 85 house-made ingredients Featuring the largest gin 415.864.7326. ing numbers. Persons under titled “A Night at the Palace,” array of wines direct from arcade games and 15 beers and fresh citrus juiced in- selection in North America, FEINSTEIN’S 21 not admitted to evening which features a variety of acclaimed California winer- on tap. The menu offers bar house daily. 650 Gough St., Whitechapel’s cocktail menu SAN FRANCISCO OPERA Located within the Hotel performances. 678 Green St., cabaret acts and is set in the ies. It features social sipping bites and American fare. Luau 415.869.1900. celebrates the history and Located in the historic War Nikko San Francisco, this ele- 415.421.4222. same Prohibition underworld lounges, rare and specialty Lounge, located inside, is San traditions of this versatile Memorial Opera House since gant, intimate, 140-seat night- as “The Speakeasy.” 644 beers on tap and light bites Francisco’s only waterfront THE INDEPENDENT spirit. The extensive drink 1932, this is the second largest club is operated in partner- NEW CONSERVATORY Broadway St., 415.967.2227. for delicious pairings. 20 Yerba tiki bar, with spectacular Groove and jive to the sounds offerings are by no means opera company in North ship with multi-platinum-sell- THEATER CENTER Buena Ln., 415.744.5000. views of Alcatraz and the you want to hear at The limited to gin, and the food America, bringing exciting ing entertainer Michael NCTC produces theater that THE MARSH San Francisco Bay. Pier 39, Independent, one of San menu features pub fare and performances to the stage Feinstein and presents a wide gives voice to, entertains Best known for its provoca- THE HIDDEN VINE 415.981.6300. Francisco’s newest and most several Indian dishes. 600 Polk each season. War Memorial range of local, regional and and promotes exploration tive one-person shows, this Like a fine Zinfandel, this diverse, no-frill live music St., 415.292.5800. Opera House, 301 Van Ness national entertainers. 222 and open dialogue among breeding ground for new sophisticated Jackson Square RICKHOUSE venues. 628 Divisadero St., Ave., 415.864.3330. Mason St., 866.663.1060. underserved audiences and performance hosts new work wine bar offers a complex and Step into this bustling saloon 415.771.1421. BREWERIES developing playwrights in the from emerging artists in an satisfying bouquet of flavors and the sweet, musky odor 21ST AMENDMENT BREWERY SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY SAN FRANCISCO GAY MEN’S community. 25 Van Ness Ave., intimate theater space. 1062 for the discerning palate. The of bourbon slaps you across THIRD RAIL Within walking distance of Founded in 1911, the sympho- CHORUS 415.861.8972. Map 1, B8 Valencia St., 415.282.3055. staff is knowledgeable, the at- the face. And for good reason. Located in the Dogpatch AT&T ballpark, this brewpub ny is widely considered to be For 40 years, the San Francisco mosphere unpretentious and Launched by the owners of neighborhood, this craft is a fun place to visit before or among the country’s most Gay Men’s Chorus has been SF PLAYHOUSE URBAN WINERIES the menu thorough. Come Bourbon & Branch, this place cocktail bar is home to the after a Giants game. The airy, artistically adventurous art an international standard Located on the second floor AND TASTING ROOMS taste with someone you’re draws bourbon lovers from city’s first jerky bar. From the multi-level SoMa space deliv- institutions, well known for its bearer for a powerful mix of of the charming Kensington BLUXOME STREET WINERY trying to impress or just nestle across the area. Groups of same team behind the popu- ers reasonably priced, home- acclaimed conductor Michael extraordinary musical excel- Park Hotel, this theater Located in the heart of the with friends in a cozy alcove. four should throw in their lar Mission District restaurant, brewed beer in unique flavors Tilson Thomas. Louise M. lence and mission-driven ac- company is dedicated to pre- SoMa neighborhood, this 408 Merchant St., 415.674.3567. cards and order the Pisco Range, the high-caliber alongside dependable stand- Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van tivism. It continues to inspire senting critically-acclaimed destination is both a working Punch Bowl, a guaranteed neighborhood bar mixes spir- ards like cheeseburgers and Ness Ave., 415.864.6000. through performances and works in an intimate setting winery and a place to relax BAY AREA party maker. 246 Kearny St., it-driven, bold-flavored drinks house-made chili. The wa- involvement in human rights, that allows the audience and enjoy a drink or two. GRATON RESORT & CASINO 415.398.2827. in four categories: spirituous, termelon wheat beer, served SMUIN BALLET empowerment and inclusive- to really connect with the The tasting room features The behemoth $825 million, aperitif, seasonal and citrus. alongside a slice of watermel- Known for sassy dance num- ness, establishing it as an icon performance, whether it’s a expansive windows looking 340,000-square-foot resort is RYE Pair your libation with the on, is a customer favorite. 563 bers set to Bach, Gershwin among LGBT organizations. world premiere or an invig- into the working winery, home to 3,000 slot and video Expert mixologists at this chic gourmet dried meats served 2nd St., 415.369.0900. and The Beatles, Michael 526 Castro St., 415.865.3650. orated classic. 450 Post St., allowing you to enjoy a flight poker machines, over 100 and artfully decorated lounge by the ounce. The nine flavors Smuin founded this con- 415.677.9596. of wine while watching the table games and an elegant work hard to perfect their include the Red Eye, made THIRSTYBEAR BREWING CO. temporary company in 1994, SFJAZZ CENTER crafting process. 53 Bluxome dedicated poker room. As craft—and we think they’re with coffee and chili, and a The oldest brewery-restau- aiming “to infuse ballet with This is the first stand-alone SHN St., 415.543.5353. much a dining as a gaming pretty darn close. 688 Geary vegetarian and pork option. rant in the city (and the only the rhythm, speed, and performance venue of its kind For more than 30 years, this destination, the complex St., 415.474.4448. Local beer and wine are also organic brewery) serves syncopation of American in the country built specifical- has been the preeminent the- WINE BARS packs in about a dozen eat- on tap. Take the Muni T-line. house-made ales that com- popular culture.” Yerba Buena ly for jazz. The 35,000-square- atrical entertainment compa- AMELIE eries, ranging from casual SHOT W ELL’S 628 20th St., 415.252.7966. plement Spanish-inspired cui- Center for the Arts Theater, 700 foot glass structure seating ny in San Francisco, owning This modern French-style favorites like The Habit Burger First opened in 1891 as the sine, with dishes served pri- Howard St., 415.912.1899. 300 to 700 people, located in and operating two of the wine bar has a happy hour Grill, La Fondita Taqueria and Schlichtmann & Bredhofy TRICK DOG marily in tapas-sized portions. bustling Hayes Valley a block city’s major venues: the his- that can’t be beat, offering Boathouse Asian Noodles Grocery Saloon, this loca- Local bar stars The Bon There’s also a full bar and pool LIVE MUSIC from Davies Symphony Hall, toric Orpheum and Golden a $10 customized flight with to high-end options like tion still serves as a place Vivants opened this hot tables and darts upstairs. 661 BOOM BOOM ROOM boasts the acoustic qualities Gate theaters. It delivers a any three wines by the glass. Tony’s of North Beach and for San Franciscans to meet spot in the Mission District, Howard St., 415.974.0905. Self-proclaimed as “San of a great concert hall and the range of theatrical experi- Try the thoughtfully paired 630 Park Steakhouse. 288 Golf and drink. With a decadent focusing on hand-crafted, in- Francisco’s home to blues, relaxed intimacy of a jazz club. ences: original Broadway cast small plates to complement Course Dr. W, Rohnert Park, design, it offers visitors an old- ventive drinks and late-night CLASSICAL MUSIC & boogie, soul, groove and 201 Franklin St., 866.920.5299. productions, pre-Broadway your wine. 1754 Polk St., 707.588.7100. time feel with local, regional nibbles. The converted ware- DANCE funk,” this sultry hot spot world premieres and current 415.292.6916. and international beers. 3349 house space features a dimly SAN FRANCISCO BALLET in the heart of the famed THEATER hits fresh from Broadway. 1182 WEILL HALL AT THE GREEN 20th St., 415.648.4104. lit, downstairs bar with retro America’s oldest professional Fillmore District is the old- AMERICAN CONSERVATORY Market St., 888.746.1799. FERRY PLAZA WINE MUSIC CENTER decor, and a small, loft-like res- ballet company performed est blues club west of the THEATER MERCHANT Located on the Sonoma SMUGGLER’S COVE taurant upstairs serving mul- one of the first American Mississippi. Boogie to live Offering classical and con- THE SPEAKEASY Attached to the store of the State University campus in Taste the past, present and ticultural elevated bar food. productions of both “Swan music seven nights a week. temporary theater produc- The experimental Boxcar same name, this wine bar wine country, this is a world- future of rum here, from tradi- 3010 20th St., 415.471.2999. Lake” and “The Nutcracker,” as 1601 Fillmore St., 415.673.8000. tions, the A.C.T. is a large, high- Theatre Company re- offers visitors the oppor- class indoor-outdoor music tional drinks of the Caribbean well as the first 20th century ly respected nonprofit theater launched its 2014 hit, “The tunity to sample a rotating complex hosting perfor- islands to classic libations of VESUVIO “American Coppélia.” A vital BOTTOM OF THE HILL company located just outside Speakeasy,” in a brand new selection of 15-20 wines. Grab mances by symphonies and Prohibition-Era Havana to This historic North Beach ensemble, it is one of the This cramped, funky little Union Square. 405 Geary St., North Beach venue last year. some cheese from Cowgirl renowned artists like Itzhak exotic cocktails from legend- dive bar, fittingly located three largest ballet compa- joint has been lauded by 415.749.2228. After a $2 million renova- Creamery, a loaf of bread from Perlman, Lang Lang, Renée ary tiki bars. Modeled after just next door to City Lights nies in the United States. War Rolling Stone as “the best tion, the two-story circular Acme Bakery, a seat at the bar Fleming, Herbie Hancock, Yo both a pirate ship and a tiki Bookstore, used to quench Memorial Opera House, 301 place to hear live music in San BEACH BLANKET BABYLON cabaret space complete and let the knowledgeable Yo Ma and many more. 1801 hut and featuring a waterfall, the thirst of Jack Kerouac and Van Ness Ave., 415.861.5600. Francisco.” Open seven nights No trip to San Francisco is with secret passageways guide you. 1 Ferry Building, East Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park, this bar offers a whole new Neal Cassady of “On the Road” a week and showcasing an complete without seeing and disguised entrances is 415.391.9400. 866.955.6040.
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Decade on the Waterfront The temple to ceviche on the Embarcadero, La Mar Cebicheria Peruana, celebrates 10 years in 2018. To celebrate, celebrity chef Gastón Acurio’s first stateside restaurant created the Experience Cebicheria Menu ($65). The prix fixe feast samples the best of the menu, from the eponymous per- fectly cool and tangy ceviche to the smooth lomo saltado. Housed in a sprawling warehouse, the res- taurant has a smart separate bar area (where locals The Franciscan Crab Restaurant is the crown jewel of Pier 43 ½ | 415.362.7733 happy hour with Pisco sours) and outdoor seating Fisherman’s Wharf and has the best food that the wharf has to offer. franciscancrabrestaurant.com It sits right on the water with the picture perfect view of Alcatraz and in the back. Pier 1 ½, 415.397.8880 the Golden Gate Bridge.
CASTRO Bourdain visited the restau- Beard Award-nominated hot closed M. 1658 Market St., CANELA BISTRO AND WINE rant on his show and raved spot is owned by a husband- 415.552.2522. $$$ BAR about the salt and pepper and-wife team who serve Spanish/Tapas This elegant crab. L, D (daily). 631 Kearny St., unfussy, market-driven food FINANCIAL DISTRICT restaurant in the Castro 415.982.7877. $$ in a lively atmosphere. Must- AKIKOS RESTAURANT neighborhood serves tra- order items include innova- Sushi Changing daily, the ditional tapas and modern CIVIC CENTER/HAYES tive snacks like sardine chips menu at this popular down- Spanish dishes, sourcing VALLEY and porcini doughnuts and town sushi restaurant features ingredients from sustainable ESPETUS BRAZILIAN STEAK creative cocktails. D (daily). 199 an eclectic range of local and California markets, farms HOUSE Gough St., 415.355.9085. $$$ seasonal seafood with an and fisheries. The wine list is Steaks Pace yourself: This au- emphasis on raw fish. It can carefully curated to pair with thentic Brazilian steakhouse SOUVLA be hard to get a reservation at the extensive menu, and the offers all-you-can-eat skewers Greek Located in the heart of the intimate, 30-seat restau- dim, thoughtfully decorated (“espetus” in Portuguese) Hayes Valley, this Greek sand- rant, but you’ll find incredible dining room has a romantic of slow-roasted beef, lamb, wich shop is inspired by the sashimi and some of the most feel. Brunch (Su), D (nightly), pork, chicken and shrimp for casual neighborhood souv- unique rolls in town, and closed M. 2272 Market St., a fixed price. The giant salad laki joints found throughout odds are they won’t be on the 415.552.3000. buffet is included. L, D (daily). Greece. The sandwiches menu next visit. The interior Osso Steakhouse, voted #1 steak in the country 1177 California at Jones on Nob Hill | 415.771.6776 1686 Market St., 415.552.8792. are made with spit-roasted features imported rosewood Free Valet Parking ossosteakhouse.com FRANCES $$$ 710 S B St., San Mateo, all-natural meats on warm floors and exposed brick California Serving modern 650.342.8700. pita bread with spiced yogurt walls, and the place settings California cuisine in a neigh- sauces and fresh herb salads. and tableware are made by borhood setting, acclaimed NOPA The “Greek fries” are spiked Sausalito’s Heath Ceramics. L Frances serves delights like American Named for its loca- with Mizithra cheese, orega- (M-F), D (M-Sa). Closed Su. 431 chestnut soup with roasted tion North of the Panhandle, no, olive oil and sea salt. 517 Bush St., 415.397.3218. ciopollini and house-cured this expansive, hip restaurant Hayes St., 415.400.5458. pancetta; slow-roasted beef serves wood-fired rustic ONE MARKET with creamed winter greens; cuisine that epitomizes the ZUNI CAFE American This ever-pop- and ling cod crusted with best of San Francisco’s cur- Mediterranean Three words: ular restaurant on the Boccalone lardo, squash and rent food scene. One of the Get the chicken. This San Embarcadero waterfront apples. D (nightly). 3870 17th city’s best late-night dining Francisco institution has been across from the Ferry Building St., 415.621.3870. $$$ options, it’s also popular in business for more than offers contemporary pres- for its brunch, burger and 35 years and is most famous entations of American classics CHINATOWN pork chops. Brunch (Sa-Su), for its cooked-to-order roast from chef/partner Mark R&G LOUNGE D (nightly until 1 am). 560 chicken for two (allow an Dommen, showcasing farm- Chinese This bustling spot Divisadero St., 415.864.8643. hour), a true stand-out on fresh ingredients, heritage has a colorful lounge and $$$ the Mediterranean-inspired meats, artisanal cheeses and cheerful, modest decor in menu of roasted and grilled an all-American wine list. 1 the dining room downstairs. RICH TABLE goodness. Watch the vintage Market St., 415.777.5577. $$$ The Hong Kong-style menu American Named one of street cars roll down Market includes tank-fresh seafood. the country’s top 50 new Street through the floor-to- WAYFARE TAVERN The Stinking Rose: A Garlic Restaurant 325 Columbus Avenue in North Beach | 415.781.7673 The Travel Channel’s “No restaurants by Bon Appetit ceiling windows while you American Step inside celebrity thestinkingrose.com
Reservations” host Anthony magazine in 2012, this James wait. Brunch (Su), L, D (daily), chef Tyler Florence’s hand- MAR LA COURTESY
46 WHERE I MARCH 2018 Food Food some three-story restaurant downstairs. Saddle up to the Transamerica Building. L (M- and be transported back in gorgeous oyster bar for fresh Sa), D (nightly). 490 Pacific Ave., time. Built with bricks sal- oysters, baked and topped 415.775.8508. $$ vaged from the streets of the with mignonette or shucked devastated city after the 1906 and served straight up. L, QUINCE quake, the eatery channels D (daily). 160 Jefferson St., Italian Elegant without the Barbary Coast era with 415.351.5561. $$ being stuffy, this intimate American fare inspired by two Michelin star restaurant the San Francisco restaurant THE BUENA VISTA CAFE with a superb wine list serves scene of the late 1800s. The American This wharf institu- sophisticated Italian fare, such menu features a raw bar and tion by the Hyde Street cable as a silky ricotta-filled ravioli in dishes like grilled sardines, car turnaround is famous for butter sauce and sole roasted salt-roasted bone marrow, first introducing Irish coffee on a fig leaf. A five-course organic fried chicken and the to the U.S. in 1952, and it has tasting menu is available, and classic Hangtown Fry. Don’t served millions of the hot dining a la carte is also an op- miss the banana pudding for cocktails since. B, L, D (daily). tion. D (nightly), closed Su. 470 dessert and the hand-craft- 2765 Hyde St., 415.474.5044. $$ Pacific Ave., 415.775.8500. $$$$ ed cocktails. L, D (daily). 558 Sacramento St., 415.772.9060. CASTAGNOLA’S LOWER FILLMORE $$$ Seafood & Steak In a dramatic THE PROGRESS setting by the waters of San New American Named after FISHERMAN’S Francisco Bay, diners can still the Progress Theater that WHARF/WATERFRONT watch fishermen bringing occupied the same build- ALIOTO’S their boats to dock and un- ing over a century ago, this Seafood One of San Francisco’s loading the day’s catch. The is the second restaurant oldest restaurants run by one menu here features fresh from the team behind the of the city’s most prominent seafood, steaks and chops. national smash-hit State Bird families, this Fisherman’s Don’t miss daily happy hour Provisions, and it’s located Wharf landmark has mag- and live music throughout just next door. The boundary nificent views of the San the week. 286 Jefferson St., busting, international menu is Francisco Bay and a reputa- 415.776.5015. $$$ served family style (choose six tion for great cioppino and dishes for $62 per person) and fresh seafood. Don’t mess FRANCISCAN CRAB features dishes like lamb mer- around with the menu: Get RESTAURANT guez with yellow eye beans, the Dungeness crab. Cracked, Seafood Floor-to-ceiling win- octopus and crispy squid. If caked, stuffed or stewed, it’s dows provide spectacular you don’t manage to snag a impossible to get your fill. L, bay views from every table reservation, the bar is walk-in D (daily). 8 Fisherman’s Wharf, in this three-tiered, spacious only. The Progress is a 2015 415.673.0183. $$ mid-century modern gem. James Beard Award winner. Menu highights include fish 1525 Fillmore St., 415.673.1294. BEACH STREET GRILL and chips, sizzling iron skillet ORGANIC RESTAURANT mussels and whole roasted MARINA/COW HOL- American Known for its warm Dungeness crab. Free parking LOW hospitality and all-day break- with validation. L, D (daily). Pier ATELIER CRENN fast, the key word at this diner 43 1/2, 415.362.7733. $$$ French This modern upscale is homemade, from melt- restaurant from the world’s in-your-mouth blueberry JACKSON SQUARE only two Michelin-star female pancakes to gravy-smothered COTOGNA chef blends the line between biscuits. The outside patio is Italian This casual cousin to Strut into TRACE food and art, presenting a great spot to enjoy a break the acclaimed two Michelin and design your garden-centric dishes that are from city life. B, L (daily), D (Sa- star Quince restaurant next as pleasing to the eye as they Su). 380 Beach St., 415.867.1711. door opened under the same next bold event and are to the palate and menus $$ chef-owners. The rustic Italian experience an that read like poetry. Giving eatery serves a seasonally elevated culinary center stage to the food, the BISTRO BOUDIN changing menu that features experience. 40-seat dining room has an American Seasonal cuisine spit-roasted meats and game earthy, minimalist appearance and sourdough-crust piz- birds, wood-oven pizzas, TRACE 415 817 7836 with teak tables, fig trees and zas dominate the menu at house-made pastas and EVENTS 415 817 7858 glass orbs that provide soft the famed bread-maker’s fresh local seafood. All wine lighting. Diners can select two–story flagship facility, bottles on the prix fixe wine 181 Third Street from one of two multi-course which also houses a sour- menu are under $40, and San Francisco tasting menus. D (Tu-Sa). 3127 dough-bread museum and the floor-to-ceiling windows @TRACEWSF Fillmore St., 415.440.0460. $$$$ an exhibition bakery and a afford abundant natural light café and gourmet market and dramatic views of the
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MISSION DISTRICT wall-sized mural with playful NOB HILL THE STINKING ROSE tation of the classic American rolled noodles and more. 11 cuisine, Farallon offers fresh NEW DELHI RESTAURANT CRAFTSMAN & WOLVES instructions on how to eat OSSO STEAKHOUSE Italian Follow your nose to brasserie. The menu features Division St., 415.525.4797. seafood options and simple Indian Decorated like a Bakery This modern and sleek sushi correctly. D (M-Sa). 3282 Steaks This swanky, sprawling one of the city’s most inter- fresh, simple fare emphasiz- raw preparations from the Maharajah’s private banquet patisserie in the hip Valencia Mission St., 415.525.4750. steakhouse with a striking esting dining experiences, ing a nose-to-tail cooking TRACE oyster bar. Beyond the wel- room, this regal restaurant corridor from James Beard- Art Deco interior is located where garlic is king. This philosophy. Local ingredient California Named after its coming spot’s dinner menu, serves northern Indian food, nominated chef William LITTLE STAR PIZZA just across the street from restaurant goes through sourcing extends to the wine traceable ingredients, this res- find an approachable wine with recipes culled from royal Werner features a rotating Italian Famous for its Grace Cathedral in the sto- more than 5,000 pounds of list. Dishes include grass-fed taurant in the W Hotel serves list, one of the largest collec- menus dating back 400 years. menu of breakfast pastries, deep dish, Chicago-style ried Nob Hill neighborhood. the pungent ingredient each beef burgers and steaks, up a thoughtful culinary tions of single malt whiskeys Chef-owner Ranjan Dey cre- cakes, confections, confitures, pizza with a slightly sweet, Menu standouts include month. Specialties include apple-fed pork with cheddar experience with a dedication in the city and inventive des- ates daily specials with his six desserts, lunch and other cornmeal crust, this place dry-aged steaks and buttery 40 clove garlic chicken, pork grits and several selections to socially responsible food, serts. D (nightly). 450 Post St., gourmet spice blends. The savory fare. The bakery is draws a stream of addicted Dungeness crab. D (nightly). chops, roasted Dungeness of house-made charcuterie prepared from locally sourced 415.956.6969. $$$ bar has drawn downtown famous for the Rebel Within, regulars. Valencia St.: L, D 1177 California St., 415.771.6776. crab and even garlic ice and salumi. L, D (daily). 1 Yerba and sustainable ingredients. professionals since the ‘80s a savory breakfast muffin (daily). Divisadero St.: L (F-Su), $$$ cream. L, D (daily). 325 Buena Ln., 415.547.1111. $$$ The menu includes a selec- JOHN’S GRILL with its Double-Happiness- with asiago cheese, green D (nightly). 400 Valencia St., Columbus Ave., 415.781.7673. tion of items that are farmed, American Founded in 1908, Happy Hour, 5:30-7:30 pm onion and breakfast sausage 415.551.7827. 846 Divisadero St., SWAN OYSTER DEPOT $$ DUMPLING TIME foraged and crafted, as well this casual steakhouse is one and 10 pm-midnight. Try baked into the mix and a 415.4 41.1118 . $$ Seafood Founded in 1912, this Chinese/Japanese This newly as small plates to share and of the city’s oldest restaurants, the Madras Madness or Oh! full soft-cooked farm egg in seafood market and oyster RICHMOND/OCEAN opened spot in the SoMa large plates to savor yourself. steeped in San Francisco his- Calcutta. L (M-Sa), D (nightly). the center. 746 Valencia St., LOLÓ bar is a San Francisco institu- BEACH district serves up fresh- 181 3rd St., in the W Hotel, tory. It served as a setting for 160 Ellis St., 415.397.8470. $$ 415.913.7713. 1643 Pacific Ave., Mexican Step into a world tion. There’s almost always a CLIFF HOUSE ly-made dumplings in both 415.817.7836. $$$ the classic book and movie, 415.855.1414. of color and pattern when wait at this intimate, 18-stool American Near Ocean Beach the Japanese and Chinese “The Maltese Falcon.” The SONS & DAUGHTERS you visit one of the two oyster bar, but you’ll be re- and Lands End Trail, this iconic traditions. The restaurant’s UNION SQUARE framed black-and-white pho- California The brainchild of DELFINA locations for this eclectic warded with a pint of Anchor historic site located on a signature dumplings are FARALLON tographs and news clippings two young chefs, this res- Italian This bustling neigh- Mexican restaurant in the Steam beer and a lunch of headland above the coastal Japanese-style gyoza, small, Seafood This classic Pat Kuleto hung throughout serve as taurant on the cable car line borhood trattoria is a local Mission. Inspired by Jaliscan- a dozen oysters on the half cliffs is home to two restau- well-stuffed dumplings with restaurant in Union Square a veritable museum of San brings contemporary fine favorite that pioneered San Californian cuisine, don’t shell. L (M-Sa), closed Su. 1517 rants and spectacular views crispy, pan-seared skin. It also has been enchanting guests Francisco memorabilia. Live dining to Union Square. An Francisco’s farm-to-table miss the Taco Tropical, which Polk St., 415.673.2757. $$$ of the Pacific Ocean (whale offers bao, har gow, Xi’an for two decades with carefully jazz every night. L, D (daily). 63 open kitchen is centered in movement. It has received includes jicama tortillas, and sea lion spotting is a pos- dumplings and xiao long bao crafted details that capture Ellis St., 415.986.0069. the middle of the sleek dining rave reviews since its opening spice-dusted shrimp, an ex- NORTH BEACH sibility) and Sutro Baths. The as well as traditional, hand- the life aquatic. Blending room, turning out inventive in 1998 and still packs the otic fruit relish and spicy aioli. BETTY LOU’S SEAFOOD & camera obscura on the deck casual and high-end coastal dishes like sweetbreads with house (and outdoor patio) 974 Valencia St., 415.643.5656. GRILL is on the National Register of lobster claw, lavender pork each night. D (nightly). 3621 Seafood A warm, friendly eat- Historic Places. Sutro’s offers belly and scallop with mush- 18th St., 415.552.4055. $$$ TARTINE BAKERY & CAFE ery with an Italian flair, Betty an upscale setting, while The rooms and veal tea. D (W-Su). Dessert/Coffee This popular Lou’s is best known for its Bistro offers a more casual ex- 708 Bush St., 415.391.8311. $$$ FOREIGN CINEMA artisan bakery serves fresh- cioppino, San Francisco’s sea- perience, with burgers, sand- California Never was the old from-the-oven pastries all food stew filled with succu- wiches and other California VAN NESS CORRIDOR dinner-and-a-movie done so day, as well as pies, cakes, lent Dungeness crab, prawns, favorites. B, L, D (daily). 1090 HARRIS’ STEAKHOUSE artfully, or so deliciously. The artisan bread and coffee. scallops, clams, mussels and Point Lobos Ave., 415.386.3330. Steaks This iconic restaurant vast, bohemian-chic space Breakfast quiches, gourmet calamari; as well as Mike’s represents classic steakhouse suits the always excellent sandwiches, classic pastries Wok Crab, a wok-tossed con- OUTERLANDS dining, but chef Michael California-Mediterranean cui- and an addictive bread pud- coction of Dungeness crab, New American The reclaimed Buhagier adds a California sine. A heated, covered patio ding keep folks lining up. ginger, scallions, red peppers wood interior of this Outer sensibility, The Kobe rib eye, screens a rotation of classic, B, L (daily). 600 Guerrero St., and soy sauce. If seafood Sunset restaurant is as cut from select Japanese foreign and independent 415.487.2600. $ isn’t your thing, try the juicy celebrated as its food. The cattle reared for optimal mar- films projected onto one of 16-ounce bone-in ribeye or owners designed the space HANDCRAFTED bling, has a rich and delicate three walls, and speakers on TAWLA chicken piccata. 318 Columbus themselves, and a recent IN SAN FRANCISCO texture. A red cabernet butter each table allow you to adjust Eastern Mediterranean Ave., 415.757.0569. renovation has made the melts on its seared surface, SINCE 1993 the volume. Meandering Located in the Mission intimate space formerly noto- typifying a subtle flair for the through the changing ex- District, Tawla is an Eastern SOTTO MARE OYSTERIA & rious for long lines that much unexpected. 2100 Van Ness hibits in the adjacent gallery Mediterranean restaurant SEAFOOD RESTAURANT more accessible. The grilled Ave., 415.673.1888. is the perfect way to wait serving family-style dishes Seafood One of Tony Bennett’s cheese sandwich served with for a table. Brunch (Sa-Su), inspired by the Levant, the favorite San Francisco res- housemade levain bread is BAY AREA D (nightly). 2534 Mission St., region including Iran, Iraq, taurants, Sotto Mare is an the menu standout, but the THE RESTAURANT AT WENTE 415.648.7600. $$$ Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, authentic Italian North Beach regular lineup of pastries, VINEYARDS Syria, Turkey and Greece. The experience. The seafood soups and cold and open- California Located at the ICHI SUSHI menu changes daily and restaurant serves up oysters face sandwiches is always famous Wente Vineyards, this Sushi Celebrated as one of features seasonal produce and clams on the half shell, worth the trip. 4001 Judah St., restaurant features California San Francisco’s top sushi as well as locally sourced, Boston-style clam chowder, 415.661.6140. wine country cuisine. Enjoy destinations and izakayas, sustainably-raised and caught baccala, crab cioppino, Louis seasonal dishes made from Ichi Sushi is the place to go meats and seafood. On clear salads, seafood pastas and SOUTH OF MARKET ingredients sourced from the for traditional nigiri, sashi- evenings, gather friends more. Sotto Mare’s daily fresh BLUESTEM BRASSERIE “Top Ten American Lunch, Dinner, vineyard’s magnificent herb mi and an extensive sake and enjoy the large table fish can also be purchased California This upscale urban restaurants in the U.S.” Happy hour, Live music and vegetable garden, along list. Sustainability is a huge on Tawla’s back patio. 206 retail if you feel like cooking neighborhood restaurant – Gayot Guide with numerous wine pairings focus here, and the recently Valencia St., 415.814.2704. yourself. L, D (M-Sa), close Su. in the heart of the museum 1 MARKET STREET, SAN FRANCISCO | 415.777.5577 | ONEMARKET.COM for each dish. 5050 Arroyo Rd., renovated space features a 552 Green St., 415.398.3181. district is a modern interpre- Livermore, 925.456.2450.
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CLIFF HOUSE SOTTO MARE Since 1863 the Cliff House has perched high on a rocky Tony Bennett says that Sotto Mare is one of his favorite bluff above the Pacific Ocean at the western edge of San places to dine in San Francisco. Located in the heart of Francisco. With unparalleled ocean views it is famous North Beach, Sotto Mare provides an authentic Italian worldwide, attracting visitors from around the globe and North Beach experience. Sotto Mare serves the freshest is a favorite destination of the locals. Offering the casual fish and shellfish in town. Oysters, Boston style clam Bistro Restaurant with San Francisco classics for breakfast, chowder, crab cioppino, Louis salads, seafood pastas, lunch, and dinner; the elegant Sutro’s at the Cliff House seafood risotto and a selection of fresh fish daily. Private with California coastal cuisine for lunch and dinner; and parties are available in our restaurant and banquet room. the famous Sunday Champagne Brunch Buffet in The We also sell our fresh fish retail. Open Monday-Saturday Terrace Room! 11:00 am -10:00 pm. 1090 Point Lobos, 415.386.3330, www.cliffhouse.com The best damn cioppino in San Francisco! 552 Green St., San Francisco 415-398-3181, www.sottomaresf.com
BUENA VISTA NEW DELHI RESTAURANT As rich in history as the City itself, the Buena Vista Café A Delicious San Francisco Experience! Chef Ranjan has has served warming libations and hearty meals along been serving guests from around the world at the same Fisherman’s Wharf since 1886. It’s famously known as location for over 30 years, creating classic and unique home of the “original” Irish Coffee. Though “the BV” has dishes from all over India - using fresh, local ingredients. attracted celebrities and sports stars, and has featured Voted the Best Indian Restaurant and decorated like a in films and television, it remains an authentic and Maharajah’s banquet room, New Delhi Restaurant has welcoming favorite of locals and visitors. Still serving been a favorite for locals and visitors. Within walking bountiful meals - all-day breakfasts, as well as lunch and distance of downtown hotels, it’s ideal for a delicious meal dinner, and of course, its famous Irish Coffee. Mon-Fri: or a refreshing cocktail. Join us for an experience you 9am- 2am | Sat- Sun: 8am- 2am A1l-day breakfast and full cannot find anywhere else! bar. Fisherman’s Wharf, 2765 Hyde Street (at Beach St.), San Francisco 415.474.5044, www.thebuenavista.com 160 Ellis St., 415.397.8470, NewDelhiRestaurant.com
CASTAGNOLA’S CRAB BENEDICT…BLOODY MARY…PANCAKES W/ORGANIC BERRIES THE BEACH STREET GRILL The birthplace of the Dungeness crab cocktail and the ORGANIC RESTAURANT oldest restaurant on Fisherman’s Wharf, Castagnola’s SF Concierge’s Top Pick! Celebrating 10 years where began as a crab stand in 1916. The restaurant quickly quality matters at The Beach Street Grill Organic became a popular destination for fresh fish and crab, and Restaurant located at Fisherman’s Wharf. We prepare home-made fresh and clean comfort food with Organic to this day, you can still watch fishermen dock their boats and Gluten free options. Come enjoy our famous recipe of and bring in the day’s catch while you dine. In addition to regular or gluten free pancakes topped with fresh organic fresh seafood, Castagnola’s is known for its hearty steaks berries and a spiked latte! or a Beach Street Mary with as well as award-winning clam chowder. Enjoy live music cagefree eggs crab benedict... Sit outside with your dog, . throughout the week and daily happy hour from 2-6 pm. we make organic dog biscuits. Sit inside to watch sports 286 Jefferson St., 415.776.5015, castagnolassf.com TV. Serving the best breakfast experience all day! Open daily, 7am; take-out. Located on the F streetcar line.
380 Beach Street, Fisherman’s Wharf, 415.867.1711, sfbeachstreetgrill.com/fb/tripadvisor
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ALIOTO’S A San Francisco landmark at Fisherman’s Wharf - Alioto’s serves world famous fresh Seafood & Sicilian family recipes since 1925, San Francisco’s oldest family owned & run restaurant. Every table boasts a view: Golden Gate Bridge, harbor, Fisherman’s Wharf & Bay. Alioto’s offers Dungeness Crab year-round. Don’t miss San Francisco’s Finest Calamari or their Famous Crab Cioppino. Also visit Alioto’s CAFE 8 for Artisan Pizza in our wood burning oven, Clam Chowder in sourdough bread bowl, or their outdoor Crab Market. Open daily 11am - 10pm. 2 hours free parking w/ validation. 8 Fisherman’s Wharf 415.673.0183 www.aliotos.com
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BETTY LOU’S SEAFOOD & GRILL A warm, friendly eatery with an Italian flair, Betty Lou’s is best known for its classic cioppino, San Francisco’s seafood stew, filled with succulent Dungeness crab, prawns, scallops, clams, mussels and calamari. Expect to be dazzled by Mike’s Wok Crab, a concoction of Dungeness crab, ginger, scallions, red peppers and soy sauce, wok-tossed with lots of love. This dish has become a huge favorite. If seafood isn’t your thing, you might try the juicy 16-ounce bone-in ribeye or chicken piccata. Open daily North Beach, 318 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco 415.757.0569, bettyloussf.com
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Drinking to Health character, depth and layers of traditional French method, Located in Napa’s Carneros District, Kieu flavor. The sophisticated new méthode champenoise, from tasting room features food Pinot Noir and Chardonnay Hoang Winery was founded by the pharma- tastings to complement the grapes. 499 Moore Ln., wines and a scenic setting. 707.395.7300. ceuticals entrepreneur of the same name and Open daily, no appointment opened in Napa in 2014 after he bought the necessary. 703 Oakville Cross BUENA VISTA WINERY Rd., Oakville 877.229.9939. California’s first premium property from Mondavi Family Estates. It’s sur- Map 3, D4 winery just completed its very rounded by rolling hills and features a tasting first major renovation since its B.R. COHN inception in 1857. Located just room designed by Howard Backen, veranda Specializing in estate-grown outside the town of Sonoma, seating with beautiful views and an olive gar- Cabernet Sauvignon and this California Historic Merlot wines, this hillside win- Landmark’s restoration in- den. Carneros is Napa’s coolest wine growing ery also produces award-win- cluded a renovation of the ning olive oils and vinegars. champagne cellars and caves region, ideal for growing chardonnay and Tastings open to the public; as well as a new fountain, pinot noir. 1285 Dealy Ln., Napa, 707.253.1615 tours by appointment. 15000 vineyard landscaping and Sonoma Hwy., Glen Ellen, stonemasonry detailing. Stop 800.330.4064. in for a tour, and taste world- class Cabernets, Pinot Noirs, SHOPPING of independent eateries of- wines, warm hospitality and home with rotating seasonal BEAULIEU VINEYARD Chardonnays and Zinfandels. THE BARLOW fering elevated takes on pizza, beautiful scenery. Bin 415 art collections that feature This more than 100-year-old Tasting room open seven A sleek stretch of renovated burgers and tacos plus oys- also offers tours throughout internationally acclaimed winery is the longest continu- days a week, year round. warehouses (once part of ters and rotisserie chicken and San Francisco, Sausalito, names as well as Napa Valley ally operating winery in Napa Reservations recommended. an apple processing plant) then grab a seat on the patio Muir Woods and the Pacific and Bay Area artists. The Valley and is the production 18000 Old Winery Rd., Sonoma, in downtown Sebastopol is overlooking the Napa River. Coast Highway. 1616 Grove St., tasting room pours bottles site for the flagship Cabernet 800.926.1266. home to some of the best 644 1st St., Napa, 707.226.6529. 415.851.5711. from limited-production Sauvignon. Beaulieu was local food producers, wine- Map 3, E7. boutique wineries such as founded on a four-acre ranch CASTELLO DI AMOROSA makers, brewers and artisans. CIA AT COPIA Blackbird Vineyards, Casa by a French winemaker who For a one-of-a-kind experi- This unique space is the first SHED Located in Napa’s Oxbow Piena Estate, Renteria Wines envisioned a company pro- ence in wine country, visit business community in the Wine, dine and shop at this district, The Culinary Institute and more, which can be ducing fine wine unparalleled this 13th century Tuscan-style country to connect custom- glass-walled, 10,000-square- of America’s CIA at Copia enjoyed with a bite in the to his native France. Daily castle that took 15 years to ers not only with products foot locavore’s paradise in offers daily cooking and bev- landscaped gardens dotted tastings feature wines you build. Authentic features and the people who make Healdsburg. You’ll find a store erage classes, and is home to with contemporary sculpture. can’t find anywhere else. 1960 include hand-forged Italian them, but also with the pro- selling high-end kitchen and a lifestyle and home goods 6711 Washington St., Yountville, St. Helena Hwy., Rutherford. ironwork, hand-painted fres- duction itself. 6770 McKinley gardening equipment, local store, an 80,000 square-foot 707.944.0889. 707.967.5200. Map 3, C4 coes, a 500-year-old fireplace, St., 707.824.5600. Map 4, C6 foodstuffs (including grains indoor and outdoor event half-ton hand-hewn doors, a milled onsite) and books; and theater space, and the NAPA VALLEY WINE TRAIN BERINGER VINEYARDS drawbridge, a courtyard and DEAN & DELUCA a cafe with daily-changing Restaurant at CIA Copia, offer- Passengers sip select Napa Napa Valley’s oldest continu- even a torture chamber. But The gourmet supplier’s store menus inspired by neighbor- ing Mediterranean-inspired Valley wines and indulge ously operating winery is also the real treasure is inside: an has separate deli, meat, and ing produce and farms; and California cuisine and an in gourmet cuisine as they among its most accessible. award-winning collection of bakery counters, as well as an a coffee bar with its own es- extensive wine list. 500 1st St., ride past vineyards on Beringer is known for its wines, including Sangiovese, on-site wine shop to ensure presso, house-made pastries Napa, 707.967.2500. Map 3, E7 these three-hour lunch Cabernet Sauvignons and Merlot and Cabernet one-stop picnic packing. 607 and ice creams. Shed also has and dinner tours aboard bold, oaky Chardonnays. The Sauvignon. Don’t miss the St. Helena Hwy. S., St. Helena, the only fermentation bar in LONG MEADOW RANCH restored Pullman coaches. large facility includes a gift daily cheese and wine pairing 707.967.9980. the area, where local wines, Farmstead Restaurant an- Reservations recommend- shop that offers tableware, tour or the family-friendly beers, kombuchas, natural chors this sustainable food, ed. 1275 McKinstry St., Napa, stemware and kitchen and tasting areas. 4045 N. Saint JIMTOWN STORE sodas and hard ciders are wine and agriculture center in 800.427.4124. Map 3, E7 home accessories. A variety Helena Hwy., Calistoga, Part deli, part inspired all available on tap. 25 North St. Helena, which also features of tours and seminars are 707.967.6272. five-and-dime shop, the St., Healdsburg, 707.431.7433. a wine and olive oil tasting WINERIES available. Daily 10 am–5 pm. Jimtown Store is the es- Map 4, C3 room located in a restored B CELLARS 2000 Main St., St. Helena, CHARBAY WINERY & sential stop for small town Gothic Revival farmhouse, Named for the first letter of 707.257.5771. Map 3, B3 DISTILLERY souvenirs and tasty grilled TOURS & ATTRAC- demo and aroma gardens, a the word brix, a wine term Named for its first drink— eggplant-and-provolone TIONS full organic nursery and a sea- defining the optimal sugar/ BREATHLESS WINES Chardonnay combined with box lunches. 6706 Hwy. 128, BIN 415 sonal outdoor farmers mar- alcohol content in grape juice Three sisters—Sharon, brandy—Charbay now pro- Healdsburg 707.433.1212. With over 900 wineries be- ket. 738 Main St., St. Helena, that produces great wine, B Rebecca and Cynthia— duces much more than just tween Napa and Sonoma, 707.963.4555. Cellars is a new winery and founded this winery along- wine and brandy. Discover OXBOW PUBLIC MARKET deciding where to go can be tasting lounge in Oakville. It side renowned winemaker the artisan world of distilling Visit this gourmet mall for the overwhelming. Bin 415 offers MA(I)SONRY uses a multi-vineyard wine- Penny Gadd-Coster (recently many spirits like whiskey, freshest local ingredients for unique excursions hosted Housed in a beautifully main- making strategy, blending named Winemaker of the Year vodka and rum from a fam- an afternoon picnic before by a certified sommelier to tained 1904 stone manor, grapes grown on nine Napa by the North Bay Business ily in the distillery business wine tasting. Or stick around wineries offering the perfect this winery collective and art Valley vineyard sites to create Journal). They make refresh- for 13 generations. Taste
and order from the selection combination of amazing gallery feels like a luxurious unique wines with distinct HOANG KIEU COURTESY ing sparkling wine in the Charbay’s wines and ports,
56 WHERE I MARCH 2018 57 Wine Country SEARCH THE CITY / For more listings, see wheretraveler.com/san-francisco SEARCH THE CITY / For more listings, see wheretraveler.com/san-francisco Wine Country then enjoy a cigar in the rustic Cabernet Sauvignon each ated by the Smithsonian, availability. 2000 Denmark gallery, you’ll see works by and tours. 1991 St. Helena the Napa Valley, a region Known for its legendary setting of Spring Mountain. year just recently opened its gained international recog- St., Sonoma, 707.938.5277. Francis Bacon and Robert Hwy., Rutherford, 707.968.1100. well known for its deep, rich Cabernet Sauvignon, it pro- Tastings open to the public. doors to the public. Tours nition in 1976 when judges Map 4, F6 Motherwell; the tasting Map 3, C4 alluvial soil and excellent duces many award-winning 4001 Spring Mountain Rd., St. of the winery and tastings at the Paris Tasting named room serves award-winning microclimates. The winery is varietals, including Merlot, Helena, 707.963.9327. Map 4, F4 available by appointment his Chateau Montelena HALL WINES Chardonnays and Cabernet JORDAN VINEYARD & WINERY known for Merlot, Cabernet Cabernet Franc, Syrah, only. 1350 Acacia Dr., Oakville, Chardonnay the best white This winery plants twice as Sauvignons. 4411 Redwood The quiet retreat of this 18th Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, CHARLES KRUG 707.944.2861. wine in the world. In 1977, many vines per acre in com- Rd., Napa, 707.255.1144. century French chateau-style Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc and Fifty/ Since its opening in 1861, he partnered with Austin parison to traditional practic- Map 3, C6 winery (built in the 1970s) is Viognier. 4326 Big Ranch Rd., Fifty, a Bordeaux blend. Charles Krug winery has FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA Hills (of the Hills Bros. Coffee es, resulting in smaller vines the perfect setting for enjoy- 707.224.4900. Guests can make an ap- produced award-winning WINERY family). Their winery produc- that produce richer and more INGLENOOK CHATEAU ing its Cabernet Sauvignon pointment for a private wine Cabernets and renowned Celebrate all the best es Cabernet Sauvignons, concentrated wines. It boasts Filmmaker Francis Ford and Chardonnay—the MUMM NAPA tasting 50 feet up in the Sauvignon Blanc. Tasting things in life at this winery Zinfandels, Fume Blancs five estate vineyards plant- Coppola’s team produces only vintages it bottles. The famed Champagne French Provincial tasting room open daily. 2800 Main in the heart of picturesque and, of course, Chardonnays. ed with 500 acres of classic five estate wines, including By appointment only. house’s California winery pro- room tower. Tastings open St., St. Helena, 707.967.2200. Alexander Valley. Sip Tastings and tours open to Bordeaux varietals: Cabernet the renowned Rubicon, on 1474 Alexander Valley Rd., duces top-of-the-line cuvees, to the public. 8466 St. Helena Map 3, B3 from more than 40 wines the public. 1829 St. Helena Sauvignon, Merlot and this 19th-century estate. The 800.654.1213. including its premium DVX Hwy., Rutherford, 707.963.3600. produced on site and eat Hwy., Rutherford, 707.963.2784. Sauvignon Blanc. The mon- wines are made from 235 label. The on-site art gallery Map 3, C4 CHATEAU MONTELENA authentic, Neapolitan-style Map 3, C4 umental new LEED-certified acres of certified organically MATERRA, CUNAT FAMILY showcases photography, in- WINERY pizzas and South American visitor center features wine grown grapes. The grounds VINEYARDS cluding a collection of Ansel QUIXOTE WINERY The Napa winery whose wood-grilled meats at the GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU tasting, food and wine edu- include two tasting salons, a Roughly translated, Materra Adams prints and rotating The excellent Petite Syrah and Chardonnay earned California full-service restaurant Rustic After more than 150 years, cation, tours, gardens and an wine bar where guests can means Mother Earth. The exhibits. 8445 Silverado Trail, Cabernet Sauvignon from wines international recog- and take a dip in the sparkling the sixth generation of this impressive contemporary art enjoy wines by the glass and Cunat Family Vineyards, Rutherford, 707.967.7700. Stags’ Leap Ranch is matched nition at the 1976 Tasting of swimming pools (open sea- wine-growing family still pro- collection. 401 St. Helena Hwy. a museum featuring antique where Materra wines are Map 3, C4 by the eclectic design of Paris (portrayed in the movie sonally). 300 Via Archimedes, duces quality estate-grown- S., St. Helena, 707.967.2626. zoetropes and artifacts from grown, combine terroir, Friedensreich Hundertwasser. “Bottle Shock”) is still produc- Geyserville, 707.857.1471. and-bottled Chardonnay, Map 3, C3 the estate’s founder, Gustave hand-selected and planted PEJU PROVINCE WINERY Visits by appointment. ing great wines, like the Estate Map 4, B2 Pinot Noir and Cabernet Niebaum. Children can float vines, a cooler climate and the For more than 30 years in the 6126 Silverado Trail, Napa, Cabernet, Estate Zinfandel Sauvignon, to name a few. HESS COLLECTION small wooden boats in a talents of a dedicated team Napa Valley, this winery has 707.944.2659. Map 3, D5 and the limited production GRGICH HILLS ESTATE Check online for the seasonal A winding road near Mt. courtyard reflecting pool to produce complex wines. been a garden oasis along Potter Valley Riesling. Can’t Miljenko “Mike” Grgich, whose cave tour, vineyard excur- Veeder leads to this win- free of charge. Reservations Materra wines are grown Highway 29 in the famed get up to wine country? belongings were appropri- sions and courtyard tasting ery and art gallery. In the recommended for tastings in the Oak Knoll District of Rutherford appellation. Stop by the tasting room in the Westin St. Francis hotel in Union Square, open five days a week (W-Su). No reser- vations needed. 1429 Tubbs Ln., Calistoga, 707.942.5105. Map 4, E3
DOMAINE CHANDON Sample toast-worthy spar- kling wines, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the tasting room. Tastings open to the public. 1 California Dr., Yountville 707.944.8844.
EHLERS ESTATE Featuring a unique fusion of outstanding wine-growing, environmental consciousness and international philan- thropy, this is a California winery through and through. Organic and biodynamic farming techniques are used to produce a small portfo- lio of estate-grown wines. Tastings by appointment. INDULGE YOUR TASTE BUDS WITH OUR NEW PLATINUM 3222 Ehlers Ln., St. Helena, FOOD & WINE PAIRING EXPERIENCE. 707.963.5972. Map 3, B2 Reservations required. Book your Platinum Experience online today FAR NIENTE at www.sterlingvineyards.com/visit/tastings or call 1. 800. 726. 6136 The winery so committed to quality that it only produces 1111 DUNAWEAL LANE, CALISTOGA, CA 94515 one Chardonnay and one Enjoy Responsibly. ©2018 Sterling Vineyards, Calistoga, CA
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RAM’S GATE WINERY STARMONT WINERY & TRINCHERO NAPA VALLEY the rich history of California WENTE VINEYARDS Just a 35-minute drive from VINEYARDS The Trinchero family has been winemaking, book a class Wente Vineyards is the country’s oldest, continuously San Francisco, this winery Established in 2006 by the making wine in Napa Valley at the Winemakers Studio uncorks the best in wine, Schlatter family as a sister since 1948, and is best known to blend your own bottle or operated family-owned winery. The winery maintains food, architecture and interior property to the Bordeaux- for their Cabernet Sauvignon. make an appointment for its leadership role in California winegrowing under design. Its rustic yet elegant focused Merryvale Vineyards, The tasting room is a unique a private group tasting in ownership and management by the Fourth and Fifth barn includes an open-air Starmont Winery, with its and inviting space where the historic wine caves. The reception courtyard, a tasting distinctive terroir, thoughtful visitors can taste small-lot, winery’s summer concert Generations of the Wente family. Blending traditional pavilion, an open kitchen, a farming and hands-on win- single-vineyard wines from series features musical per- and innovative winemaking practices, the winery draws fireside lounge, a wine library, emaking, results in serious Trinchero’s premiere Napa formances on the beautiful from approximately 3,000 acres of sustainably farmed underground dining alcoves yet approachable wines. Valley estates, and sample outdoor lawn. 5050 Arroyo Rd., and floor-to-ceiling glass 1451 Stanly Ln., 707.252.8001. delectable food and wine Livermore, 925.456.2300. Estate vineyards to create an outstanding portfolio of walls that open to sweeping Map 3, E7 pairings. Discover the art of fine wines. Located in Livermore Valley, Wente Vineyards vineyard and bay views. winemaking through behind- SCRIBE WINERY is recognized as one of California’s premier wine country 28700 Arnold Dr., Sonoma, STERLING VINEYARDS the-scenes barrel tastings in Owned by two young 707.721.8700. Map 4, F8 Take in exceptional pano- Trinchero’s wine cave. 3070 brothers, Scribe Winery is a destinations. ramic views of Napa Valley N. St. Helena Hwy., St. Helena, photographer’s dream, with 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA 94550 ROUND POND ESTATE on a tram ride to this winery’s 707.963.1160. Map 3, B3 sun-dappled hills, colorful WINERY visitors center, perched atop wildflowers and even a 925.456.2424 www.wentevineyards.com The winery joins a fabulous a 300-foot-tall hillside over- WENTE VINEYARDS wooden swing. The stylish olive mill and features a stun- looking the valley. The win- The country’s oldest con- and friendly staff knows their ning tasting room with dra- ery specializes in Cabernet tinuously operating fami- stuff, and the wine, made with matic views that complement Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, ly-owned winery offers wine yeasts, is solid. 2100 Denmark PEJU WINERY the world-class Cabernet Chardonnay and more. tasting, vineyard and garden St., 707.939.1858. Established in 1983, Peju Province Winery produces Sauvignons and Sauvignon Tastings and self-guided tours tours, educational workshops, Blancs. Tastings and tours by open to the public; guided an upscale restaurant and a expressive wines from organic and sustainably farmed appointment. 875 Rutherford tours at 11 am. 1111 Dunaweal scenic 18-hole championship vineyards in the Napa Valley. Located on an idyllic estate Rd., Rutherford, 707.302.2575. Ln., Calistoga, 800.726.6136. golf course. Visit the Vineyard in Rutherford, the winery is home to lush gardens, Map 3, C4 Map 4, E3 Tasting Room to learn about distinctive architecture, and a tasting room oering world- class hospitality and culinary experiences. Experience our local, small-farm, cheese and wine pairings or our “farm to table” wine and culinary explorations. The winery is open daily for tastings from 10 am-6 pm. 8466 St. Helena Highway, Rutherford, SEE 707.963.3600, www.peju.com WORLD CLASS CINEMA Owners Lisa and Ariana Peju Becoming Cary Grant The Divine Order Beyond the River TRINCHERO NAPA VALLEY ...and over 100 more films! The Trinchero family has been making wine in Napa Valley since 1948, and is best known for their Cabernet Sauvignon. The tasting room is a unique and inviting EXPERIENCE space where visitors can taste small-lot, single-vineyard NEW CULINARY EVENTS wines from Trinchero’s premiere Napa Valley Estates. Open daily 10am- 5pm. Educational seminars are offered Chefs & Shorts Extravaganza by appointment; sample delectable food and wine SIFF Wine Awards pairings, discover the art of barrel usage or learn about Dedicated to the Rebuilding Winery Chef Dinner the origin of Napa Valley’s unique terroir. of the Sonoma Community
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Coastal Gem colorful displays of local pro- non drill. Long Ave. and Marine Bridge’s two 746-foot-tall Art Japanese Tea Garden; Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and exit toward duce, meat, cheese, flowers, Dr., Bldg. 999, 415.556.1693. Deco towers stand as proud Botanical Gardens; Stow Lake; cooking demos, food trucks testaments to the ingenuity Conservatory of Flowers; the Marin Headlands, the wild peninsula just and more. 415.983.8030. GHIRARDELLI SQUARE and grace of the structure’s Garden of Shakespeare’s The renovated former choco- design. A stroll down the east Flowers; two historic wind- north of San Francisco, continue to the Point FISHERMAN’S WHARF late factory site is now home side offers stunning views mills; a bison paddock; and a Bonita trailhead and walk a steep, windy half You’ll find crab stands along to boutiques, restaurants and of the city and boats in the rose garden. It’s also the city’s the sidewalks, seafood restau- the original Ghirardelli Ice bay—if you can withstand recreational headquarters, mile past rocky cliffs, loafing seals and crash- rants and a bevy of souvenir Cream and Chocolate Shop. the wind. A drive across the featuring polo, baseball and ing waves, and you’ll arrive to Point Bonita shops in the historic heart Find gifts and souvenirs at Golden Gate Bridge leads soccer fields; a nine-hole golf of the city’s fishing industry. Lola Toy Shop, Gigi + Rose, directly to a breathtaking van- course; an 18-hole disc golf Lighthouse. It was established in 1855, when Several bay charter boats Jackson & Polk and Elizabeth tage point in Marin County. course; tennis, handball and the California Gold Rush was in full swing and depart from the piers. Nearby W then sit down for a meal at Either way, a trip across the basketball courts; an archery is the bustling food and McCormick & Kuleto’s, Lori’s Golden Gate Bridge truly field; horseshoe pits; lawn the bay’s dense fog provoked rampant ship- shopping center Ghirardelli Diner or The Pub. 900 North brings the stunning San bowling; fly-fishing; a running Square, scenic Aquatic Park Point St., 415.775.5500. Francisco landscape into track; and more. Come here wrecks. The U.S. Coast Guard now maintains it. and historic Hyde Street Pier. focus. Lincoln Boulevard, near and join the city’s runners, Fort Barry, Building 948, Marin Headlands, 415.331.1540 415.673.3530. GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE Doyle Drive and Fort Point, cyclists, hikers, skaters, yogis, One of the most iconic Presidio, 415.921.5858. picnickers and swing dancers. FORT POINT landmarks in the world, let Pick up a park map at McLaren This powerful fort guarded alone San Francisco, the GOLDEN GATE PARK Lodge at the east park entrance ATTRACTIONS & playing, swimming and eat- from an observation deck is home to sandy beaches, the Golden Gate Bridge magnificent international Bigger than New York’s at Stanyan St. and JFK Dr., SIGHTS ing. Pier 39, 415.623.5300. near the top. Local artists picnic tables, tidal marsh entrance for almost half a cen- orange Golden Gate Bridge Central Park and encompass- 415.831.2700. ALCATRAZ CRUISES commissioned by the Works overlooks and a nationally tury until its original cannons defines the city. The 4,200- ing over 75,000 trees, this This is the only way to get to AT&T PARK Progress Administration (a renowned windsurfing site, as were removed. Visitors can foot suspension bridge was horticulturally diverse urban GRACE CATHEDRAL “The Rock,” the famous for- Home of the San Francisco New Deal agency employing well as cafes, bookstores and explore its brick casemates, completed in 1937 after four oasis is home to countless A famous San Francisco mer federal penitentiary that Giants, AT&T Park boasts millions of unskilled workers an environmental education grand arches and spiral stairs years of construction to a attractions, including the de landmark, this cathedral housed some of the nation’s breathtaking city views and to carry out public works center. 415.561.7690. and even participate in a can- rowdy, week-long celebra- Young Museum; California inspired by the architecture most notorious criminals from a classic design. The stadium projects) painted the murals tion. Even today, Golden Gate Academy of Sciences; of Paris’ Notre Dame serves 1934-1963. Now one of San features a nine-foot tall statue inside in 1934. Admission to DOLORES PARK Francisco’s most popular vis- of America’s greatest living the ground-floor gift shop This generous square of grass itor attractions, ferries depart ballplayer, Willie Mays, at the and murals is free. Open daily on the Mission District’s west regularly for the island from entrance, home runs that 10 am-6:30 pm. Guided mural side is a great place to soak up Pier 33 starting at 8:45 am. The splash into McCovey Cove, an tours 11 am Sa. 1 Telegraph Hill some sun on most days and dynamic 45-minute cellhouse 80-foot Coca-Cola bottle with Blvd., 415.249.0995. an even better place to get a audio tour, offered in 11 lan- playground slides, a miniature glimpse of real San Francisco guages, features the voices of AT&T Park for kids and diverse CONSERVATORY OF culture. Kids play on the mon- former Alcatraz prison guards dining options within the sta- FLOWERS ster playground, dogs romp and inmates who recount dium. You can also take tours The botanical wonderland in together and adults in cou- escape attempts, prison riots of the ballpark that allow fans Golden Gate Park is the oldest ples and groups lounge on and solitary confinement. The to explore areas normally wood and glass conservatory the grass with picnics. Rallies night tours include a narrated closed to the public. 24 Willie in North America. The striking and organized community boat ride around the island. Mays Plaza, 415.972.2400. white exterior is as eye-catch- events are not uncommon Tours sell out quickly, so be ing as the inside, which hous- sights. 18th and Dolores sure to make reservations in BAKER BEACH es nearly 2,000 plant species streets, 415.554.9521. advance. Pier 33, 415.981.7625. This mile-long beach lies at in five galleries. Closed M. the base of the rugged cliffs 100 JFK Dr., Golden Gate Park, FERRY BUILDING AQUARIUM OF THE BAY west of the Golden Gate. No 415.831.2090. MARKETPLACE Visit San Francisco’s only swimming here, but bring The historic, renovated ferry waterfront aquarium to get your camera for great views of CRISSY FIELD terminal at the foot of Market up close and personal with the Golden Gate Bridge, the A nationally protected for- Street is now a world-class the bay’s amazing marine life. Marin Headlands and Lands mer U.S. Army airfield, this food market with more than Walk through crystal-clear End. 415.561.4323. strikingly scenic waterfront 40 shops and restaurants fea- tunnels of water filled with recreation area is now a turing some of the area’s most more than 20,000 aquatic COIT TOWER favorite among active locals prized artisanal treats: rich animals, including sevengill Upon her death in 1929, and visitors. A wide (stroller Cowgirl Creamery cheese, sharks, the bay’s largest socialite and art patron Lillie and wheelchair-friendly) trail buttery Miette Patisserie ma- predators. You can touch Hitchcock Coit bequeathed between Marina Green and deleines and Recchiuti choc- leopard sharks, rays and sea funds for the “beautification Fort Point is perfect for an olates redolent of lavender stars. Daily events include of the city.” Her heirs used the easy walk, jog or bike ride. and ginger. It is also the spot animal feedings and naturalist money to build Coit Tower Offering unparalleled views for one of the nation’s best presentations. Don’t miss the on Telegraph Hill. Completed of the Golden Gate Bridge and biggest farmers markets permanent river otter exhibit, in 1933, the fluted column in one direction and the city on Tuesday, Thursday and 104 MONTGOMERY STREET IN THE PRESIDIO | WALTDISNEY.ORG
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62 WHERE I MARCH 2018 63 Sights SEARCH THE CITY / For more listings, see wheretraveler.com/san-francisco Sights as a diverse gathering place LANDS END NATIONAL AIDS MEMORIAL notorious currents attract Muir Woods domed rotunda is all that for worship, celebration and Known for its shipwrecks GROVE serious surfers who brave the remains from eight identical conversation. It is known and landslides, this is San Deep within Golden Gate frigid waters. Parking and Shuttle structures built to show the for its striking architecture, Francisco’s wildest and rock- Park, the National Aids world that San Francisco had stained glass, De Rosen mo- iest coast, located on the Memorial Grove pays quiet PAINTED LADIES Reservations risen from the ashes after the saics and replica of Ghiberti’s edge of the continent. The tribute to the millions of This row of seven perfectly devastating 1906 earthquake. “Gates of Paradise.” It’s also headlands connect popular people who lost their lives pastel, ornate Victorian The world’s fair honored the home to an Interfaith AIDS landmarks the Cliff House to AIDS. The first memorial homes from the 1890s (made completion of the Panama Chapel, well-attended free and the Palace of the Legion of its kind in the United famous by the opening cred- Canal, and the construction community yoga classes on of Honor. The crown jewel States, the Grove stands as its of the sitcom “Full House”) of the Palace of Fine Arts the labyrinth and three choirs, is the jaw-droppingly scenic a constant reminder of how lines the eastern side of turned the dilapidated Marina including one of the last (and dog-friendly and par- this disease devastated the Alamo Square park. Victorian District into an exhibit of ar- Episcopal men and boys ca- tially wheelchair accessible) San Francisco community and Edwardian-style houses Now Required for all chitectural beauty. Featuring thedral choirs. Guided tours Coastal Trail, with postcard and why the struggle against are among San Francisco’s Vehicles and Shuttle Riders a lagoon with swans, today available. 1100 California St., views of the Pacific coast and AIDS must continue today. most recognizable architec- this is a popular spot to stroll 415.749.6300. Golden Gate Bridge framed Golden Gate Park, Nancy tural features. From the top of and take photos. 3301 Lyon St., by windswept cypresses. Start Pelosi Dr. & Bowling Green Dr., the park, you’ll be treated to a 415.567.6642. IMMIGRANT POINT the 3.5-mile out-and-back 415.765.0498. view of the Painted Ladies in Dedicated to all those who hike with an introduction to the foreground of downtown PIER 39 came to San Francisco the area’s history and wildlife OCEAN BEACH San Francisco that’s popular Plan Ahead. This family-friendly shopping, in search of a better life, at the beautiful Lands End The widest and longest with photographers. This little Enjoy the Woods. dining and entertainment Immigrant Point is located Lookout visitor center, com- expanse of sand on San stretch of homes is often also destination near Fisherman’s on the bluffs of the Presidio. plete with a gift shop, cafe Francisco’s shores, this beach called Postcard Row. 710-720 Wharf features more than 90 Offering stunning vistas of and restrooms. Also located extending from the Cliff Steiner St. Reserve now at specialty shops and 14 res- the Marin Headlands, Point here are the historic Sutro House to Fort Funston along taurants serving seafood and Reyes National Seashore, and Baths and a memorial to a the Pacific Ocean is a destina- PALACE OF FINE ARTS casual fare with beautiful bay the Pacific Ocean on clear WWII cruiser that sustained tion for seaside drives, jogs, Originally designed for GoMuirWoods.com views, including Alcatraz, the days, this stone plaza built 45 hits and 25 fires during the sunset walks and bonfires. the 1915 Panama Pacific Golden Gate and Bay bridges, into the cliffs is the perfect Battle of Guadalcanal. 680 Often windy and foggy, the International Exposition, this Fisherman’s Wharf and city place to enjoy the Bay Area Point Lobos Ave., 415.561.4700. skyline. Learn about sea life in coastline. Washington Blvd. & the Aquarium of the Bay and Harrison Blvd. LOMBARD STREET don’t miss the sea lions who Eight hairpin switchbacks and laze on the west docks and JAPANESE TEA GARDEN the downward pitch of the the adjacent Sea Lion Center. Take a slow stroll among so-called “crookedest street 415.981.7437. bonsai trees and koi fish in in the world” have made this the oldest public Japanese block a must-drive for visitors. THE PRESIDIO garden in the United States. The quarter-mile downhill A patchwork of eucalyptus Originally built as the stretch is lined with gorgeous groves, freshwater creeks, Japanese Village for the gardens and barriers to en- wildflower-splashed sand 1894 California Midwinter sure that drivers maintain a dunes and coastal prairie International Exposition, the speed of five miles per hour. covers the Presidio, a former Japanese Tea Garden boasts Those who simply walk to military post and modern-day traditional monuments, the top of the hill are reward- national park in the northwest bowed bridges, native ed with sweeping views of corner of the city. Exploring Japanese plants and trees, Russian Hill and Coit Tower. the 1,491-acre playground serene ponds and some of Lombard and Hyde streets. starts with 24 miles of trails the best photo opps in the and eight scenic overlooks city. Conclude your visit with MISSION DOLORES with postcard-worthy views a cup of tea or snack at the Completed in 1791, Mission of the Golden Gate Bridge teahouse. 75 Hagiwara Tea Dolores is the oldest intact and San Francisco Bay. Three Garden Dr., Golden Gate Park, building in San Francisco, installations by nature artist 415.752.1171. the city’s first church and Andy Goldsworthy grace the the sixth of 21 missions built park, inspired by 300 acres of JAPANTOWN CENTER along the El Camino Real pine, cypress and eucalyptus The focal point of San from Mexico to Sonoma. Visit trees planted there in the late Francisco’s Japanese neigh- to learn about the mission’s 1800s. The Presidio also draws borhood stands near the unique historic, religious and outdoor enthusiasts with Peace Pagoda. It contains architectural significance and gems such as Baker Beach, Japanese supermarkets and enjoy its tranquil garden. 3321 Presidio Golf Course and Rob shops selling books, anime 16th St., 415.621.8203. Hill Campground. Accessed and gifts, as well as sushi via Washington Blvd., 15th bars and galleries. Post and Ave., 25th Ave., Arguello Blvd., Buchanan streets, 415.922.6776. Presidio Ave. and Chestnut St.
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PRESIDIO OFFICERS’ CLUB the meticulously restored organic and locally sourced cable cars, photographs and exhibits. Closed M. Pier 15, transit with historic artifacts, yard in 1950 that eventually SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS San Francisco’s oldest build- square-rigger “Balclutha” igredients. 1096 South Van mechanical displays. 1201 415.528.4444. displays, archival photogra- inspired the life-size train in The NFL team has moved ing (Spanish colonists built its (open daily 9:30 am-6 pm; Ness Ave., 415.341.1080. Mason St., 415.474.1887. phy, historical interpretation Disneyland. 104 Montgomery to Santa Clara to play at the adobe walls in 1776) and the $5 adults, children under 16 GLBT HISTORY MUSEUM and audio-visual exhibits. St. in the Presidio, 415.345.6800. new state-of-the-art Levi’s crown jewel of the Presidio free). The visitors center in the YERBA BUENA GARDENS CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF Celebrating 100 years of the Kids can play pretend on a Stadium, nearly two million reopened fall 2014 after a nearby Argonaut Hotel (499 The large complex next to SCIENCES San Francisco gay, lesbian, full-sized replica of the mo- SPORTS square feet of cutting-edge $30 million renovation. The Jefferson St.) features interac- Moscone Center has much The academy is an interna- bisexual and transgender torman’s platform of a 1911 BATTER’S BOX SF technology, sustainable de- 38,895-square foot cultural tive exhibits. Join the free pi- to offer in the way of theater, tional center for scientific community’s history through San Francisco streetcar. Open The freshly opened, sign, gourmet concessions destination is home to per- rate party called Chantey Sing restaurants, public art and education and research and dynamic and surprising ex- M-Su 10 am-6 pm. Closed 2,000-square-foot facility in and art exhibits that redefine manent and rotating exhibits, at 8 pm on the first Saturday formal gardens. Facilities the only museum in the world hibitions and programming, M during winter months. 77 the Presidio packs a softball the fan experience. Visitors the most noteworthy of of each month. Hyde St. Pier, include an ice rink, a 12-lane to house an aquarium, plan- this museum is the only one Steuart St., 415.974.1948. and two baseball batting can take a tour of the stadium which is the Heritage Gallery, 415.447.5000. bowling alley and a historic etarium and natural history of its kind in the U.S. and the cages, all equipped with HD and visit the 49ers Museum. which features multi-media carousel. Nearby museums museum under one (living) second in the world. Located WALT DISNEY FAMILY video screens so you know 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way, displays on the area’s history, STOW LAKE include the Contemporary roof. See what’s shaking in the heart of the Castro, MUSEUM when the pitch is about to Santa Clara, 415.464.9377. much of which has been One of the gems of Golden Jewish Museum, SFMOMA, at “Earthquake,” an exhibit it features long-term and Storytelling was Walt Disney’s be fired. 933B Old Mason St., discovered by local arche- Gate Park, this serene, man- the Museum of the African exploring how seismology changing multimedia exhi- specialty, and now this muse- 707.412.8228. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS ologists who staff an active made lake has provided an Diaspora, the Cartoon Art has shaped earth’s past and bitions. A display of Harvey um tells the story of the man One of the longest-estab- research center for Presidio escape from city living since Museum and the Children’s present. “Human Odyssey,” a Milk’s personal belongings behind the Disney magic. The GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS lished professional baseball artifacts. The building is also 1893. Rent a rowboat, pedal Creativity Museum, an dramatic addition to Tusher pays tribute to the late San tale of Walt Disney’s life and The Bay Area’s professional teams, the 2010, 2012 and home to Arguello, a new boat or electric boat and interactive art and technol- African Hall, traces the Francisco supervisor, who was career comes to life in inter- basketball team currently 2014 MLB World Series cham- Mexican restaurant from gently cruise under the many ogy center. The Yerba Buena milestones of our species’ the first openly gay politician active galleries full of voice plays at the Oracle Arena pions attract 3 million fans acclaimed chef Traci Des bridges and visit the waterfall. Center for the Arts offers fascinating history. Thursday elected in California. 4127 18th clips, home videos and family in Oakland but has plans to annually. Watch star players Jardins. Inside are original This is a scenic and relaxing visual, performing and film nights: “Nightlife,” the mu- St., 415.621.1107. photographs not seen any- move to a state-of-the-art, play ball at the beautiful pendants and wall sconces retreat for couples and fam- arts, plus educational pro- seum’s weekly 21-and-older where else. Catch a glimpse privately financed recreation waterfront 43,000-seat AT&T as well as a bar made from ilies alike. 50 Stow Lake Dr., grams. The area also hosts the event, invites visitors to drink, SAN FRANCISCO RAILWAY of Disney’s early drawings, and entertainment facility in Park, which frequently sells the reclaimed wood of a de- 415.386.2531. annual Yerba Buena Gardens dance and experience world- MUSEUM animation and live film cam- San Francisco’s Mission Bay. out. 24 Willie Mays Plaza, molished Presidio building. Festival, offering free outdoor class exhibits with topics This museum near the Ferry era inventions as well as the Oracle Arena, 7000 Coliseum 415.972.2000. Adjacent to the restaurant is THE WOMEN’S BUILDING multicultural performances ranging from the science of Building celebrates the steam-powered miniature Way, Oakland, 510.986.2200. the latest sculpture from na- MURAL throughout the summer. 750 sex to the cosmos. non-mem- history of San Francisco rail train Disney built in his back- ture artist Andy Goldsworthy, This spectacular mural is a cul- Howard St., 415.978.2787. bers $15, members $12. 55 BAY AREA which incorporates local mination of a multi-cultural, Music Concourse Dr., Golden MARINE MAMMAL CENTER eucalyptus trees. 50 Moraga multi-generation collabora- THE SAN FRANCISCO ZOO Gate Park, 415.379.8000. This nonprofit organization Ave., 415.561.4440. tion of seven women artists. A vast array of wildlife awaits rescues and nurses back to The mural was painted in at this facility near the far CHILDREN’S CREATIVITY health more than 600 dis- SAN FRANCISCO BOTANICAL 1994 and its themes include edge of Ocean Beach. The at- MUSEUM tressed animals each year, GARDEN the healing power of wom- tractions include a children’s This hands-on, multimedia including elephant seals, har- This internationally recog- en’s wisdom over time and petting zoo and a lemur for- arts and technology expe- bor seals and California sea nized urban oasis and self-de- the contributions of women est. Sloat Blvd. at Great Hwy., rience for kids of all ages is lions. One of the largest hos- scribed outdoor classroom throughout history. 3543 18th 415.753.7080. located in San Francisco’s pitals of its kind to combine includes 55 acres of gardens St. #8, 415.431.1180. Yerba Buena neighborhood. rehabilitation with a research displaying more than 8,000 MUSEUMS The museum promotes 21st lab, the center welcomes different kinds of plants, plus URBAN PUTT BEAT MUSEUM century skills—creativity, visitors, who can observe a library, bookstore, family ac- Located in the Mission Dedicated to the poetry communication and collabo- the animal care and work tivities and guided walks. The District, Urban Putt is San and social movement that ration—to inspire new ideas quarters. 2000 Bunker Rd., Fort Bay Area’s mild temperatures, Francisco’s first and only made San Francisco a part of and a spirit of invention. 221 Cronkhite, 415.289.7325. wet winters and dry summers, minature golf course. A team literary history, this museum 4th St., 415.820.3320. coupled with San Francisco’s of local designers, robotics showcases artifacts from MUIR WOODS NATIONAL famous coastal fog, provide engirneers, welders and authors such as Jack Kerouac EXPLORATORIUM MONUMENT this garden with a rare and artists designed the indoor, and Lawrence Ferlinghetti. Relocated to a spectacular The world’s most famous advantageous range of cli- 14-hole course, which fea- Located across the street waterfront location on Pier grove of virgin redwoods, matic conditions that allow tures imaginative handmade from City Lights Books. 15 as of 2013, this educational this forest is full of trees that it to grow and conserve marvels and interactive, Open 10 am-7 pm daily. 540 center offers an array of in- are 400-800 years old and plants from all over the world, kinetic scultpures inspired Broadway St., 415.399.9626. teractive scientific exhibits grow to more than 250 feet including plants from high el- by San Francisco’s land- and hands-on displays that high, as well as a plethora of evation tropical cloud forests marks and architecture. Two CABLE CAR MUSEUM stimulate the senses and other wildlife. Activities in- and plants that are no longer bars pour drafts from from Unravel the mystery of exact- minds of the young and old clude a leisurely (wheelchair found in their native habitats. local breweries, wines and ly how the cable car, one of alike. Ongoing: “After Dark,” accessible) hike alongside 1119 9th Ave., 415.661.1316. cocktails which are served San Francisco’s greatest at- the Exploratorium’s 18-and- a salmon-filled creek. Tip: in custom-designed “adult tractions since 1873, actually up event from 6-10 pm on the Starting this year, parking ($8) SAN FRANCISCO MARITIME sippy cups” so that players works. Located in the historic first Thursday of the month and shuttle reservations ($3) NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK can drink on the green. After Washington-Mason cable car features cocktails, exclusive are required. Visit gomuir- The historic park offers your game, grab a bite at the depot and powerhouse in performances, films and woods.com. Open daily. 1 opportunities to tour sev- upstairs restaurant serving Nob Hill, the small museum cutting-edge technology Muir Woods Rd., Mill Valley, eral historic ships, including California comfort food with houses a collection of historic 415.388.2595.
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Celebrities of Pier 39 EDGEWATER MARINE The sea lions that hang out by Pier 39 get mil- Explore the beautiful Foster City Lagoon in a quiet, lions of visitors each year. Sightseers have the eco-friendly and easy-to- drive Duffy Electric Boat. chance to not only see the 650 giant mammals, Bring your own refreshments but also learn about the creatures at the Sea and tunes or enjoy dining at one of many waterfront Lion Center, operated by the nearby conser- restaurants. Rentals available vation-focused Aquarium by the Bay. Located daily year-round. 650 Shell Blvd., 650.766.9155. above the dock and staffed by naturalists who give free presentations, it features a classroom ENTERPRISE EXOTIC CAR COLLECTION and an interactive exhibit space with a sea lion From sports cars to sedans and SUVs, this is one of the skeleton, a great white shark replica and films. largest selections of high- Embarcadero at Beach sts., 415.262.4734 end vehicles from some of the world’s top luxury manufacturers. 233 Ellis St., 415.292.2150. BAY CRUISES Francisco along with food BIKE RENTALS and either the Exploratorium ADVENTURE CAT SAILING and entertainment aboard BAY CITY BIKE RENTALS or the de Young Museum and EXECUCAR CHARTERS Hornblower’s fleet of luxury Simply rent a bike here, or get Legion of Honor. $94 adults, This service offers private Take in the sights of the San vessels. Offerings include to know San Francisco and $69 children ages 5-11. Use code WHEREMAG for an extra our web price rides to and from the airport, Francisco Bay while cruising a weekend Champagne Sausalito on a guided tour. $5 off business meetings or any- aboard a 55-foot catamaran brunch cruise, a dinner or 2661 Taylor St. ; 1325 Columbus PRIVATE TRANSPOR- Only available online at www.city-sightseeing.us where else around town. It with an enclosed cabin. supper club cruise, a lunch Ave., 415.346.2453. TATION offer valid on 1 Day, 2 Day and 3 Day Hop On Hop Off Tours serves more than 55 airports Excursions include the Bay cruise or a cocktail cruise. AUDI ON DEMAND around the country and offers Sail, a 1.5-hour cruise that Hornblower also has yachts BLAZING SADDLES The innovative mobility sedan and SUV service; flat glides under the Golden Gate available for private events Bike the bridge with this program gives customers a rates; meet-and-greet and Bridge and past Alcatraz, accommodating up to 1,500 professional and accessible new way to experience the specialized group services; and the romantic Sunset people. Pier 3, Hornblower biking adventure company, Audi brand and its range of and frequent flier points and Sail, which includes hors Landing, 415.788.8866. $$$ offering eight San Francisco vehicles at the touch of a but- miles with select airlines. Book d’oeuvres and two beverages. locations at Fisherman’s ton. Choose your preferred online or via its mobile apps. Reservations required. March- RED AND WHITE FLEET Wharf and a fun, family friend- Audi model via iPhone app 800.410.4444. November. Pier 39 at J Dock, Founded in 1892, this histor- ly way to combine sightsee- and reserve by the day for 800.498.4228. ic fleet is legendary for its ing and fresh air. 2715 Hyde St., up to 28 days. The service is PARK ‘N FLY breathtaking San Francisco 415.202.8888. currently only available in San The closest parking lot to the BLUE AND GOLD FLEET cruises. Sail under the Golden Francisco. 877.506.2834. San Francisco International The premier provider of ferry Gate Bridge and around WHEEL FUN RENTALS Airport, Park ‘N Fly offers valet and water excursion services Alcatraz aboard the one-hour With multiple locations in BAUER’S LIMOUSINE & parking, door-to-door shuttle on the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bay Cruise, nar- Fisherman’s Wharf, Wheel TRANSPORTATION SERVICE service, luggage assistance Blue & Gold Fleet offers the rated in 16 languages with Fun Rentals offers the only This fleet includes limos, and 24-hour security. Open 24 famous one-hour Bay Cruise up to 13 sailings daily. Enjoy free GPS-guided audio tour sedans, classic cars, buses hours per day, seven days per Adventure, Escape from the gorgeous sunsets, twilight in town, and is the only rental and vans to transport 2-82 week. 160 Produce Ave., South Rock Cruise around Alcatraz views, an appetizer buffet, company that offers “infinity passengers. Hot-air balloons, San Francisco, 415.827.4659. Island and the ever-popular complimentary beverages shifting” bikes along with free yachts, helicopters and mo- RocketBoat, the ultimate and live music aboard the maps, safety equipment, and torized cable cars are also SUPERSHUTTLE high-speed thrill ride along relaxed 2-hour California locks. Pier 43 1/2, 415.770.1978. available for private charter. This fleet of signature blue San Francisco’s waterfront. Sunset Cruise (check the 800.546.6688 minivans provides affordable, A free multi-language audio schedule online for seasonal DISCOUNT TICKETS 24/7 airport transportation tour is now available on Bay times). The 90-minute Bridge CITYPASS CITY RENT-A-CAR to or from homes, offices and Cruise Adventure and Escape 2 Bridge Cruise highlights Save 46% at the Bay Area’s A family-owned business hotels. It serves more than from the Rock cruises in nine San Francisco’s history, archi- major attractions. Valid for founded in 1996, City Rent-A- 40 airports nationwide and languages. Bring your Wi-Fi tecture and Native American nine days from first use, Car offers a fleet of economy offers door-to-door service, enabled device to access the culture on a sailing route each prepaid ticket book- and luxury cars, convertibles, group rates, charters and tour. Pier 41, 415.705.8200. past city icons from the Bay let includes a week-long SUVs and vans. The company frequent flier points and miles Bridge to the Golden Gate unlimited San Francisco is open seven days a week with select airlines. Book HORNBLOWER CRUISES & Bridge. All tours depart from Muni and cable car passport with 24/7 return options in online or via its mobile apps. EVENTS Pier 43 1/2, Fisherman’s Wharf, and a Blue & Gold Fleet bay town and near SFO, including 800.258.3826. Enjoy beautiful views of 415.673.2900. cruise, as well as admission vehicle delivery and pickup. the Golden Gate and Bay to California Academy of 1433 Bush St., 415.359.1331.
bridges, Alcatraz and San Sciences, Aquarium of the Bay CENTER LION SEA COURTESY
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TIDELINE WATER TAXI Oakland International air- between Union Square ferry service to Sausalito, of Sciences, National AIDS Tideline Marine Group’s ports, Berkeley, Oakland and and Fisherman’s Wharf; the Tiburon, Angel Island, Vallejo Memorial Grove, Stow Lake water-taxi service is an other Bay Area destinations. California car runs between and Alameda/Oakland. The and more. Point Lobos Ave., on-demand, all-weather, Trains run until midnight daily. Market Street and Van Ness East Bay Ferry provides fer- Great Hwy. 24/7 alternative to driving 415.989.2278. Ave. $6; Muni Passports and ries between San Francisco, or limited schedule ferry Clipper Cards accepted. Alameda and Oakland MUNI services. Luxurious small BUSES 415.673.6864. (with Angel Island added Citywide bus and light-rail passenger boats pick up Golden Gate Transit provides May through October). The service includes the restored, and transport passengers at regional fixed-route bus CALTRAIN Alameda Harbor Bay Ferry brightly colored F-line street- authorized public and private service from San Francisco to Offering commuter rail ser- offers service strictly between cars that run from the Castro locations throughout the Marin and Sonoma counties. vice along the San Francisco San Francisco and Alameda District to Pier 39 and back. Port of San Francisco, Marin AC Transit offers frequent Peninsula, through the South at rush hours. Bay Link Light-rail trains run above County and even Napa Valley. transbay connections to and Bay to San Jose and Gilroy. Ferry offers ferries between ground on tracks and also 415.339.0196. from San Francisco and the 800.660.4287. Vallejo, the Ferry Building and below ground to make stops East Bay, as well as service Fisherman’s Wharf. at various destinations on PUBLIC TRANSPOR- within Oakland, Berkeley and CLIPPER CARD Market Street. Muni Passports, TATION other East Bay cities. Dial 511 Available for use on Muni, GOLDEN GATE PARK good for unlimited rides 511 and request either Golden BART, CalTrain and more, this SHUTTLE for one, three or seven con- This is a free mobile and web Gate Transit or AC Transit. is an all-in-one transit card Now it’s easier than ever to secutive days, are available source for up-to-the-minute that keeps track of any passes, explore the many different at- at the Visitor Information transportation information, CABLE CARS discount tickets, ride books tractions located throughout Center at the BART station on covering the nine-county San These moving National and cash value loaded onto it. the 1,017 acres that make up Powell and Market streets. Francisco Bay Area. Just dial Historic Landmarks run on Golden Gate Park. Drive to the 415.673.6864. 511 or check the website. three lines 6 am-12:30 am FERRIES free parking at Ocean Beach daily: Powell-Hyde (line The Golden Gate Ferry fleet to catch the shuttle, which TOURS BART 60), Powell-Mason (line offers daily ferries to two runs every 15 to 20 minutes AT&T PARK TOUR Bay Area Rapid Transit trains 59) and California Street Marin County destinations: and stops at the Conservatory Home of the San Francisco serve the city of San Francisco (line 61). The Powell-Mason Sausalito and Larkspur. The of Flowers, de Young Giants, AT&T Park offers a as well as San Francisco and and Powell-Hyde lines run Blue and Gold Fleet offers Museum, California Academy grand slam attraction for its fans when the dugout is empty. Walk through the plac- es only the players and coach- es go, including the Giants’ dugout, the visitors’ club- house and the field. 24 Willie Mays Plaza, 415.972.2400.
AVITAL TOURS Visit some of the city’s best eateries and bars and take in the sights along the way as your guide shares engaging historical anecdotes. Stops on the Mission District tour include Bi-Rite Creamery and Hog & Rocks, the city’s first ham and oyster bar. On the Union Square cocktail tour, you’ll take a jaunt through for- mer speakeasy territory and find out why San Francisco is now considered one of the top cocktail destinations in the world. At each stop you’ll spend time with a chef, bar- tender or owner tasting, chat- ting and maybe even baking. 415.355.4044.
BARBARY COAST TRAIL SELF-GUIDED WALKING TOUR The Barbary Coast Trail is a 3.8-mile walk through the
70 WHERE I MARCH 2018 71 Explore SEARCH THE CITY / For more listings, see wheretraveler.com/san-francisco SEARCH THE CITY / For more listings, see wheretraveler.com/san-francisco Explore heart of historic San Francisco, EDIBLE EXCURSIONS National Park, Monterey and Overlook and the Marin to half-day excursions to wine SAN FRANCISCO WHALE skyline, Alcatraz and the The Wiggle. 370 Linden St., marked by bronze medallions Epicurean concierge Lisa Carmel and more. Tours are Headlands. San Francisco Ferry country, as well as dinner TOURS Pacific coastline. Sunset 415.448.7673. and arrows set in the sidewalk Rogovin offers intimate multi-lingual. Pier 41 Marine Bldg., 866.991.8687. flights and Sausalito lunch Journey to the Farallon Champagne flights are that lead to 20 of the city’s culinary excursions in San Terminal, 415.353.5310. flights. Complimentary shut- Islands, where grey and available. Daily departures SUPER SIGHTSEEING TOURS most important historic Francisco, Berkeley and SAN FRANCISCO CITY tles pick up passengers from humpback whales migrate on the hour from Sausalito, Choose from Ultimate City sites. 5th and Mission streets, Oakland for foodies looking MISSION MURAL WALKS GUIDES Fisherman’s Wharf, Union through the Farallones four miles north of the city. Tour, Alcatraz Combination 415.775.1111. to get a behind-the-scenes The Precita Eyes Mural Arts Volunteers from the San Square and Nob Hill. Flights National Marine Sanctuary, Reservations recommended. Tour, Giant Redwoods Tour, taste of the Bay Area’s remark- & Visitors Center, a multipur- Francisco Public Library lead depart from the executive aboard the “Kitty Kat” cat- 242 Redwood Hwy., Mill Valley, Deluxe Wine Country Tour, BIG BUS TOURS able food culture with a local pose, community-based arts dozens of free neighbor- terminal at SFO and Sausalito. amaran. Experts narrate 415.332.4843. Monterey/Carmel Tours, and Take a tour through San expert. Tours explore the organization that has played hood tours. There’s a tour Reservations required. the 5-hour daily cruises. If much more. Tours range from Francisco aboard an open- Mission District, Japantown, an integral role in the city’s for just about every interest 800.400.2404. no whales are spotted, the STREETS OF SAN FRANCISCO a few hours to all day. All tours top bus and learn about its the “Gourmet Ghetto” of cultural heritage and arts or passion, including Alfred next trip is on the company. BIKING TOURS include pick-up and drop off rich history and culture, hop- North Berkeley, the Ferry education, organizes a variety Hitchcock’s San Francisco; SAN FRANCISCO MOVIE Slightly longer natural history If you’re reasonably fit, per- at many San Francisco hotels. ping on and off at any of the Building Marketplace and of artist-led cultural and his- various 1906 retrospectives TOURS excursions are also available, haps the most exhilarating 415.353.5310. 20 stops located throughout Farmers Market, the craft torical walking tours. Explore about the earthquake and Watch clips from dozens of along with two-hour sunset way to explore the city is to the city. Choose between a cocktail scene and Uptown more than 80 gorgeous fires that leveled the city a movies shot in San Francisco eco-tours of the San Francisco join the thousands of locals URBAN HIKER SAN 24 or 48-hour ticket and live Oakland. 415.806.5970. murals and the stories behind century ago; and a Golden as you pass the actual film Bay that feature seals, dol- commuting on two wheels. FRANCISCO tour guides or recorded com- them in an eight-block walk Gate Bridge walk, to name just locations on this engaging phins, the Golden Gate The efficiency of a bicycle Get in a true workout while mentary in 10 languages. 99 ELECTRIC TOUR COMPANY - in the Mission District. Bicycle, a few. 415.557.4266. two-hour bus tour of the city. Bridge and Alcatraz. Advance allows for routes that traverse taking advantage of one of Jefferson St., 855.854.8687. . SEGWAY TOURS private bus and group tours You’ll see the house from purchase required online or multiple neighborhoods, and San Francisco’s best secrets: Sign up for fully guided available by appointment. SAN FRANCISCO “Mrs. Doubtfire,” the spot by phone. Depart from Pier 39, this young company takes great hiking within city limits. CITY KAYAK Segway tours of Fisherman’s 2981 24th St., 415.285.2287. HELICOPTER TOURS where Jimmy Stewart pulled Dock B, 212.209.3370. out the urban intimidation Trek hills, stairways and trails Docked near AT&T Park, this Wharf and the water- These narrated tours offer Kim Novak from the water factor. Go off the beaten tour- and take in history, nature and company offers all the gear front, Golden Gate Park, MUIR WOODS SHUTTLE bird’s-eye views of the city in “Vertigo” and much more. SEAPLANE ADVENTURES ist track on rides of 9-18 miles incredible views on 5-mile you need for a day on the Chinatown and Lombard TOURS and popular attractions such Departs from Pier 43 1/2. Get a bird’s-eye view of the to areas where the locals work routes during these 2-3 hour bay, regardless of your ability Street. Experienced Segway The Muir Woods Shuttle Tour as the Golden Gate Bridge, 415.624.4949. city and the bay on this flying and live, like the Richmond, jaunts. This tour outfit has level. You can even paddle riders can try the Advanced is a comprehensive 4-1/2 hour Alcatraz, Treasure Island tour, which takes passengers SoMa and the city’s most even attracted a local follow- to McCovey Cove behind Wharf & Crooked Street tour. Muir Woods Tour. They also and more. Tours range from soaring above the Golden highly trafficked bike route, ing, with groups meeting the park and try to catch a Participants must be 12 years make stops at the Muir Beach 20-minute flights over the city Gate Bridge, San Francisco up for monthly long hikes. home-run ball. Guided tours of age or older and weigh 415.669.4453. available. South Beach Harbor, 100-250 pounds. 757 Beach St. Embarcadero at Townsend St., ; Golden Gate Park office locat- Rated #1 Tour in San Francisco! VISITORS CENTERS 415.357.1010. ed behind the stage in Music Fully Guided PRECITA EYES MURAL ARTS Concourse near Japanese Tea & VISITORS CENTER CITY SIGHTSEEING Garden, 415.528.5837. Precita Eyes is the starting The tours on these open-top, Segwa� Tours point for tours encompass- vintage double-decker buses GOURMET WALKS 7 Great Routes • 10 Daily Departures ing more than 80 murals in feature live guides. The down- Take a stroll in a burgeoning Private Tours Available an eight-block walk in the town loop is hop-on, hop-off, foodie neighborhood and Mission District. The center and tickets are valid for 48 discover the city’s best food, Fisherman’s Wharf is a multipurpose, commu- hours. 1331 Columbus Ave., chocolate and wine. The or nity-based arts organization 415.440.8687. signature Chocolate Tour sati- that has played an integral ates sweet tooths with a deli- Golden Gate Park role in the city’s cultural herit- CRUISIN’ THE CASTRO TOURS cious education on fine choc- age and arts education. 2981 Learn fascinating facts about olate and samples from gour- 24th St., 415.285.2287. San Francisco and its trans- met chocolate boutiques. ElectricTourCompany.com 415-528-5837 formation into one of the The Hayes Valley tour explore Ages 12+ 100-250lbs. (45-113kg.) PRESIDIO VISITOR CENTER world’s most diverse cities on the origins of California Housed in a renovated guard- this fun and easy walking tour cuisine while sampling house (circa 1900), the William (founded in 1989) that ex- everything from gourmet tea Penn Mott, Jr. Presidio Visitor plores one of the oldest and at Samovar and Parisian mac- Center is home to a large- largest gay neighborhoods in arons from Chantal Guillon to scale Presidio model with the country. Take the newly an artisan exotic cocktail from informative touch screens, added food and wine tour Smugglers Cove. 415.312.1119. ® a calendar projected onto a Thursday and Friday evenings where it’s at. video wall and an interactive with stops at Blush Wine Bar, GRAY LINE OF SAN Get the latest buzz from our experts 24/7. digital table depicting two Canela Bistro & Wine Bar, FRANCISCO centuries of history. The retail Catch, Poesia and Hot Cookie. 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