"There’s nothing sweeter, nothing richer, than San Francisco’s downtown outpost of the internationally renowned Cheesecake Factory. The views of the city are one-of-a-kind, nestled within Union Square’s Macy’s location. The Rotunda is a hit in this neighborhood, too, but what can top a long list of various cheesecakes? There’s even rooftop seating, and the Cookie Dough Lover’s Cheesecake with Pecans goes down all the finer in that rare air. If you’re a card-carrying (do they issue cards anymore?) rewards member, you can make a reservation. Takeout and delivery are also available." - Paolo Bicchieri