Mission Dolores + Beyond

Andrew
Mission Dolores + Beyond

Food Scene

A Peruvian standby in the neighborhood. Close to the house, inexpensive and the best chicken we've ever had! Great wine list and ceviche as well.
203 locals recommend
Limón Rotisserie
524 Valencia St
203 locals recommend
A Peruvian standby in the neighborhood. Close to the house, inexpensive and the best chicken we've ever had! Great wine list and ceviche as well.
Line too long at Tartine? Head to C&W for a beautiful display of innovative pastries. Feeling like something more substantial? Try the frittata breakfast sandwich... we're addicted!
137 locals recommend
Craftsman and Wolves
746 Valencia St
137 locals recommend
Line too long at Tartine? Head to C&W for a beautiful display of innovative pastries. Feeling like something more substantial? Try the frittata breakfast sandwich... we're addicted!
Best burger in the Bay Area! Go with a friend so you can share some tots, fried chicken and try their amazing milkshakes.
8 locals recommend
WesBurger n' More
2240 Mission St
8 locals recommend
Best burger in the Bay Area! Go with a friend so you can share some tots, fried chicken and try their amazing milkshakes.
If you're looking for a substantial breakfast near the house that's not going to require a wait or break the budget, this is your place. Pro-tip: Any of their omelettes can be made into a breakfast burrito!
13 locals recommend
Cafe La Taza
2475 Mission St
13 locals recommend
If you're looking for a substantial breakfast near the house that's not going to require a wait or break the budget, this is your place. Pro-tip: Any of their omelettes can be made into a breakfast burrito!
This Argentinian steakhouse holds a special place in our hearts as we met in this space back in 2006 (it was a different restaurant then). That aside, they have the best rib eye and quality cocktails. Check out the roof ("El Techo") for a view of the city, a margarita and more casual fare.
63 locals recommend
Lolinda
2518 Mission St
63 locals recommend
This Argentinian steakhouse holds a special place in our hearts as we met in this space back in 2006 (it was a different restaurant then). That aside, they have the best rib eye and quality cocktails. Check out the roof ("El Techo") for a view of the city, a margarita and more casual fare.
Aside from having great "Jaliscan-Californian inspired cuisine"(their words, not ours!), this vibrant restaurant has some of the best cocktails in the City.
171 locals recommend
Loló
974 Valencia St
171 locals recommend
Aside from having great "Jaliscan-Californian inspired cuisine"(their words, not ours!), this vibrant restaurant has some of the best cocktails in the City.
Best chilaquiles in the neighborhood and open early! You're served tortilla chips and salsa the second you sit down (even if it's 8am) so this is a great place to cure a hangover.
22 locals recommend
San Jalisco
901 S Van Ness Ave
22 locals recommend
Best chilaquiles in the neighborhood and open early! You're served tortilla chips and salsa the second you sit down (even if it's 8am) so this is a great place to cure a hangover.
This corner market has great made-to-order sandwiches. If you're looking for a good pit stop from the house on the way to Dolores Park, this is your spot!
38 locals recommend
Rhea's Deli & Market
800 Valencia St
38 locals recommend
This corner market has great made-to-order sandwiches. If you're looking for a good pit stop from the house on the way to Dolores Park, this is your spot!
Held every Thursday from 4-8pm. Great food vendors, live music and crafts just one block from our place.
16 locals recommend
Mission Community Market
84 Bartlett St
16 locals recommend
Held every Thursday from 4-8pm. Great food vendors, live music and crafts just one block from our place.
Our favorite taco truck, but we go for the burritos. There are two, one typically parks on Harrison and 18th and the other on Harrison in front of Best Buy.
El Tonayense
1719 Harrison St
Our favorite taco truck, but we go for the burritos. There are two, one typically parks on Harrison and 18th and the other on Harrison in front of Best Buy.
Very close healthy food option with salads and market plates (protein + veggie sides).
9 locals recommend
Mixt
901 Valencia St
9 locals recommend
Very close healthy food option with salads and market plates (protein + veggie sides).
Great Greek-inspired fast-casual food spot with salads, wraps, and frozen Greek yogurt.
196 locals recommend
Souvla
517 Hayes St
196 locals recommend
Great Greek-inspired fast-casual food spot with salads, wraps, and frozen Greek yogurt.
One of our favorite burrito spots with the best salsa in town!
196 locals recommend
Papalote Mexican Grill
1777 Fulton St
196 locals recommend
One of our favorite burrito spots with the best salsa in town!

Drinks & Nightlife

Great bar in the heart of the Castro located on the second floor overlooking a busy intersection. With good food, TVs and strong drinks, this is a great place to spend the day. Head to the balcony for great people-watching and a view of the city! Super packed on Sunday afternoons.
49 locals recommend
Lookout
3600 16th St
49 locals recommend
Great bar in the heart of the Castro located on the second floor overlooking a busy intersection. With good food, TVs and strong drinks, this is a great place to spend the day. Head to the balcony for great people-watching and a view of the city! Super packed on Sunday afternoons.
Recently voted one of the best bars in the country for good reason. Cocktail and food menus (and concepts) change seasonally.
280 locals recommend
Trick Dog
3010 20th St
280 locals recommend
Recently voted one of the best bars in the country for good reason. Cocktail and food menus (and concepts) change seasonally.
A great spot for quality drinks in a more upscale setting.
17 locals recommend
Wildhawk
3464 19th St
17 locals recommend
A great spot for quality drinks in a more upscale setting.
This old chapel has been converted into a great live-music venue, bar and restaurant. Catch a show, have brunch, or just hang out at the bar with a drink.
135 locals recommend
The Chapel
777 Valencia Street
135 locals recommend
This old chapel has been converted into a great live-music venue, bar and restaurant. Catch a show, have brunch, or just hang out at the bar with a drink.
New modern Irish cocktail bar with large heated back patio around the corner from our house. Limited-distribution Irish gins and whiskeys, innovative cocktails, perfect pints of Guinness and the best fish and chips in the Bay Area.
Casements Bar
2351 Mission Street
New modern Irish cocktail bar with large heated back patio around the corner from our house. Limited-distribution Irish gins and whiskeys, innovative cocktails, perfect pints of Guinness and the best fish and chips in the Bay Area.

Entertainment & Activities

All-in-one night out as you can watch a movie and have food and drinks served directly to your seat! Arrive early and have a drink or two at the great bar (Bull vs. Bear) downstairs.
229 locals recommend
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
2550 Mission St
229 locals recommend
All-in-one night out as you can watch a movie and have food and drinks served directly to your seat! Arrive early and have a drink or two at the great bar (Bull vs. Bear) downstairs.

Essentials

Not affiliated with "Whole Foods" but no shortage of high-quality produce, cheese, coffee, and other staples - except for beer and wine!
60 locals recommend
Valencia Whole Foods
999 Valencia St
60 locals recommend
Not affiliated with "Whole Foods" but no shortage of high-quality produce, cheese, coffee, and other staples - except for beer and wine!
Our go-to spot for dry cleaning and alterations.
7 locals recommend
Sunny Launderette
3560 20th St
7 locals recommend
Our go-to spot for dry cleaning and alterations.
Excellent selection of interesting wine and spirits for a small neighborhood store.
8 locals recommend
Royal Cuckoo Market
3368 19th St
8 locals recommend
Excellent selection of interesting wine and spirits for a small neighborhood store.
This market is ground zero for the local foodie scene - with a great selection of top quality prepared foods, produce, deli counter items, wine, etc. Great place to stock up for a picnic in Dolores Park.
651 locals recommend
Bi-Rite Market
3639 18th St
651 locals recommend
This market is ground zero for the local foodie scene - with a great selection of top quality prepared foods, produce, deli counter items, wine, etc. Great place to stock up for a picnic in Dolores Park.

Parks & Nature

One of our favorite spots in the City. Wander around the park to check out the various subcultures (i.e. hipsters, hippies, families, gay sunbathers, etc.). Grab a sandwich, a bottle of wine and a blanket and head up the hill for a great view of the city. If the weather's nice the park will be packed so arrive early to secure a good spot!
1244 locals recommend
Mission Dolores Park
19th Street
1244 locals recommend
One of our favorite spots in the City. Wander around the park to check out the various subcultures (i.e. hipsters, hippies, families, gay sunbathers, etc.). Grab a sandwich, a bottle of wine and a blanket and head up the hill for a great view of the city. If the weather's nice the park will be packed so arrive early to secure a good spot!

Sightseeing

Drive up to the highest point in the city to get 360 degree views of San Francisco.
727 locals recommend
Twin Peaks
727 locals recommend
Drive up to the highest point in the city to get 360 degree views of San Francisco.

Arts & Culture

Recently renovated the new MOMA is now one of the largest modern art museums in the world. In addition to the artwork, the MOMA has great cafes/restaurants and outdoor space that provides great views of the downtown area.
813 locals recommend
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
151 3rd St
813 locals recommend
Recently renovated the new MOMA is now one of the largest modern art museums in the world. In addition to the artwork, the MOMA has great cafes/restaurants and outdoor space that provides great views of the downtown area.
A newly-renovated science museum with a living roof, planetarium and aquarium in Golden Gate Park.
116 locals recommend
Academy Of Sciences station
116 locals recommend
A newly-renovated science museum with a living roof, planetarium and aquarium in Golden Gate Park.
Fun science museum with interactive exhibits and a great Bay view on the Embarcadero.
432 locals recommend
Exploratorium
Green Street
432 locals recommend
Fun science museum with interactive exhibits and a great Bay view on the Embarcadero.