If you want to add/switch to burritos, La Taqueria is your spot (just remember it is cash only). Side benefit is the Italian bakery next door.
Also, Mitchell’s Ice Cream is a little further but worth the trip. Newbie tip, grab a number ticket as soon as you get there (maybe not needed this time of year).
Hong Kong Lounge II Re-opened on Folsom! https://hoodline.com/2023/02/hk-lounge-ii-reopens-in-soma-rebranded-as-hk-lounge-bistro-four-years-after-devastating-fire/
Dumpling Kitchen for dim sum, and Scoma’s for seafood. Those are two personal favorites of mine.
La Taqueria is magic. That was my first burrito as a transplant from Boston. Blew my mind.
Don’t be stingy with the green sauce in the squeezy bottle.
Ok, I finally made it home. Here are a couple suggestions for ya:
Italian:
Seafood:
Swan Oyster Depot - Just a classic located on Polk Street. This is family run fish shop and counter and a favorite of Anthony Bourdain. You will wait in line and that is just part of the experience. The boys are great and the fish is fresh and tasty. They are only open for lunch and, if you go, check out some of their “off menu” items. I personally like to get a combo Louis with crab, prawns, and smoked trout dressed with the crab fat dressing, Louis dressing and cocktail sauce on the side as well.
Soto Mare - Back to North Beach for this one! Again, another local favorite. If the wait is too long California Fish Market Restaurant next door is another good option. A chef friend went there recently and said it was killer.
Anchor Oyster Bar - In the heart of the Castro this place is awesome! The Cioppino is ridiculous and the garlic bread (I know this sounds dumb) is soooo goood! It was opened in the 70’s and is located next door to what was Harvey Milk’s camera shop.
Tadich Grill - Family owned and just a classic. One of if not the oldest restaurants in the City.
Sam’s Grill - While Tadich may get more fanfare, Sam’s is my personal favorite. Great little bar and perfect for a martini. If you go during the day there is a good chance you will see former Mayor and state politician Willie Brown there. He still likes to be called Mr. Mayor. Anywho, a good friend Peter owns and runs the place. He had a large part is saving it from closure. The seafood is great, but don’t miss out on the hash browns!
Also, next door (you can walk through the door at the end of the bar) is Sam’s Tavern. This is a newer venture from Peter and another good friend and booze biz legend Mark Schackren (I know I spelled that incorrectly). If you get a chance to have a drink with Mark, he will be the one in a sports coat, I highly recommend it.
Ok, that should about do it. If you have any questions or need anything while you are in town feel free to hit me up - 415-336-6683. Glad to help.
Oh, if you are in North Beach here are some of my favorite bars:
Have a great trip!!!
t
London Breed out!!! Tod Alsman in!!!
The Refuge never misses! Thanks everyone! I will be sure to report back on where I end up, but at a minimum I will be visiting the Wreck Room or R Bar. Cheers!
If we have any “members” out at Presidio, can you shoot me a DM. Have a question about kicking down sone tee times in April. Thx.
If you get to the bars… drop my name there! They had better know me. Not sure of my schedule, but if you want to shoot me a text or let me know yours maybe we can meet up for a pop.
Have the BIG fun, t
I have an acquaintance season ticket holder who is the Pres of Concordia… Worth the ask imo.
A few of us are headed out to GGP tmrw morning for some coffee golf before the course is closed for awhile. 7:40 is full but one spot left at 7:50
How long is awhile?
EDIT: Never mind, looked at the website and, KI and behold, the information was actually right there.
Guess I’ll cross that one off the list for my trip back home this summer.
Huge thank you to everyone in this thread for the recommendations. Sitting at the airport fat and happy after a wonderful 2.5 days in SF.
Places I got to:
Loved Chase Center (lively crowd even while playing worst team in nba) and Golden Gate Park.
Honestly could see moving someday. I’ve been to a fair amount of places and I haven’t been this enthralled with a city in a while.
Cheers and if any of you are ever in the Twin Cities happy to repay the favor.
Damn!! I will say you did it right!
Next time you will have to play some golf!!!
Cheers, t
Couple dry days coming up this week if anyone wants to play Pasatiempo, maybe Wed or Thurs? Half off normal public rate
Visiting the Bay Area from the UK Sat 18/Sun 19 - Anyone fancy a round?!
You going to tell us which month or make us guess, mate?
March 18/19 
Pretty soon!
You may get lucky with the weather (we’ve been getting absolutely HAMMERED with rain). Is there a course you’re thinking about in particular?
Oh really! Hopefully the rain can hold off.
I was considering Harding Park, but I’ve been recommended Presidio?
Seems like it could be tough getting on though
