Deli · North Beach
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"A place to restock on salami and other Italian delicacies." - Becky Duffett
Fine dining restaurant · Mission
Ernest is a bright, lively Mission hotspot serving inventive Asian-inflected seafood and seasonal dishes with a killer soft serve dessert.
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Asian household goods store · Japantown
Daiso is a bustling Japanese variety store in Japantown, offering everything from classic snacks and quirky gadgets to chic housewares, all at wallet-friendly prices.
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Record store · Lower Haight
Groove Merchant is the Lower Haight’s cozy, legendary vinyl haven for soul, funk, jazz, hip-hop, and rare groove gems curated by the friendly Chris.
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Bubble tea store · Mission
Steep, a youth-run boba shop by Juma Ventures, serves up tasty teas while empowering underserved teens with job training and leadership skills.
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Mexican restaurant · Potrero Hill
Papito is a vibrant Mexican bistro where French flair meets bold flavors in a cozy space, perfect for indulging in rich tacos and mezcal cocktails.
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Italian restaurant · Dogpatch
Housed in a sunny yellow Victorian, Piccino serves fresh, seasonal Cal-Italian fare with standout thin-crust pizzas, pastas, and a welcoming vibe.
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Brunch restaurant · Lower Pacific Heights
Sweet Maple is a buzzing brunch haven in Lower Pacific Heights known for its indulgent millionaire bacon, innovative Asian-inspired dishes, and bottomless mimosas.
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Cafe · Outer Sunset
This coastal-chic cafe offers health-oriented bites and some of the west side’s finest smoothies, including a must-try Green Goddess twist.
Sports bar · Lower Pacific Heights
The San Francisco Athletic Club is an upscale sports bar packed with big screens, tasty bar bites, and a vibe perfect for catching every game.
Asian fusion restaurant · Tenderloin
Cantoo serves up hearty Venezuelan-Chinese fusion in a casual setting, where friendly service and unique flavors make for affordable, satisfying meals.