L'Amour Dans Le Four Restaurant & Wine Bar
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

1602 Lombard St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Wendy K. writes: I firmly believe you can only truly appreciate San Francisco when you get out of the car and start using your feet to take you places.  This city is so dense, so diverse and so full of tiny, little-known gems, most of which you just will not see as…

Cole Hardware
Neighborhood: Cole Valley

956 Cole St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Joe C. writes: Things I've bought at Cole Harware:
trash cans,
keys,
strike plates,
nails,
bolts,
washers,
screws,
screwdrivers,
drill bits,
squares,
hex wrenches,
clamps,
a hammer,
wrenches,
pliers,
a level,
mops,
brooms,
garbage bags,
compost bags,
dog poop bags,…

Restaurant Clementine
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

126 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94118

B.K. W. writes: I just took down my old review for this, because ownership of this restaurant just changed about seven weeks ago, to the hands of none other than Phillipe and Ellen, the charming restauranteur couple who own Chapeau! just 12 blocks away.

So, a few…

Fino Restaurant
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

624 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94109

euge l. writes: just a little while back, jokingly, i gave jen some crap about ordering a ceasar salad, one shes allergic to fish (and shes half white and half japanese, a southern belle..... did i miss anything?)... two, could you BE more predictable...

HAHAHAH i…

Shan Dong Restaurant
Neighborhood: Oakland Chinatown

328 10th St
# 101
Oakland, CA 94607

Ed to the M. writes: I like to eat.  I like to eat Chinese food.  I like to eat Chinese food in large unnatural quantities.  I like to eat Chinese food in large unnatural quantities A LOT.

And so it happens that I came to Oakland Chinatown one glistening Friday evening to…

Camper
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

39 Grant Ave
San Francisco, CA 94108

Nish N. writes: I went in to buy a present and instead left with two pairs of shoes for myself. I've always noticed Camper shoes from afar but somehow just didn't get around to considering them for myself.

Then, last week, I was drawn in to their Grant Street…

Stow Lake Boat & Bike Rentals

50 Stow Lake Dr
San Francisco, CA 94118

Jill S. writes: If you have never boated on Stow Lake you are missing out.  This is a perfect cheap date that is guaranteed to get your significant other to look at you like you are just the sweetest, most romantic and creative date ever.  Which will probably get…

M & L Market
Neighborhood: Castro

691 14th St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Gourmet G. writes: Its official name may be M&L Market, but everyone I know calls it May's. As noted by others, you risk her wrath and an everlasting curse from Buddha if you dare to mention any sandwich ingredient before you specify the type of bread you want as its…

You Say Tomato
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1526 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Nish N. writes: Is England even known for having good food (besides Indian)? Of course they are, and You Say Tomato stocks a decent supply of it.

Stopped in today, here's the grocery list:
1 bottle of Daddies Favourite Brown Sauce
1 bottle of Country Ploughman's Pickle…

Om Records
Neighborhood: SOMA

665 3rd Street
Suite 425
San Francisco, CA 94107

Brendan R. writes: Please give me a job.

Alla Prima Fine Lingerie
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

539 Hayes Street
San Francisco, CA 94102

laura b. writes: If you don't want to know anything about my breasts, i encourage you to stop reading right now.  but if that is the case, please know that you are a moron.  i have a fantastic rack.  

Now that i have separated the boys from the men (or the women from…

Kamei Restaurant Supply
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

525-547 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94118

Steph P. writes: Since there are already over a hundred reviews extolling the cheap, utilitarian greatness of Kamei, I will offer a poorly-constructed limerick (9-9-6-6-9 meter, A-A-B-B-A rhyme):

There once was a girl from Chicago,
Who came to San Fran with no cargo,…

American Conservatory Theater
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill, Civic Center/Tenderloin

415 Geary St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Kristina R. writes: We saw a comedy performance here called Fool Moon.  It was amazing.  

But what really bowled me over was the theater.  It's in amazing shape after all these years.  One can truly appreciate the love and care that went into the preservation of this San…

Truly Mediterranean
Neighborhood: Mission

3109 16th St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Starla D. writes: Yesterday I sat on my ass for 7 hours straight watching the Superbowl and drinking beers with my friend Amir.  He is only my friend because he has a very large flat-screen TV with high def and a washer and dryer in his domicile.  Also because he has…

Cowboys & Angels
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

207 Powell St
Ste 400
San Francisco, CA 94102

Katelin H. writes: Customer Service trumps all.

My first - and what I'd planned on being my LAST - visit to Cowboys and Angels was a total nightmare. A bad cut and a stylist that wouldn't listen. Why would I give them second chance? Well, normally I wouldn't. Instead I…

Peet's Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: SOMA

595 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105

Keane L. writes: The attractive blonde barista offered me an extra shot of espresso for my Americano and now I'm at work about to go bonkers.

Dear 1992, please leave some Ninja Turtles Pizza and Crystal Pepsi out. I'm coming to see you.

Mama's
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

1701 Stockton St
San Francisco, CA 94133

Keane L. writes: I'm a healthy eater, so I try and avoid brunch items that involve a lot of greasy animal parts. Sadly, this limits my selection to tofu scrambles and egg white scrambles and, when I'm not feeling adventurous, scrambles.

It gets boring.

And places tend…

Games of Berkeley
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley

2151 Shattuck Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704

Berna .. writes: What a comprehensive collection of games - they had stuff from my childhood all the way up to stuff I've been playing recently (hello Boggle & Settlers of Catan!).  I had a flashback to those dudes in my high school who played Magic Cards and rolled…

Zachary's Chicago Pizza
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

5801 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618

Sammy S. writes: I've never set anyone up on a blind date before, but I think I'd like to start with Zachary's and Little Star.

Little Star would show up early, as most uptight San Franciscans do and twiddle his fingers as he tried to focus on a copy of The Onion.…

The Albatross Pub

1822 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702

Christopher S. writes: We all know that drunk driving is bad, right?

I mean, it's really really bad...

So why is the most awesome bar in Berkeley only accessible via automobile?  Why do this to me?

Well, I'm sure that part of what makes the bar so great is that it is…

Kokkari
Neighborhood: Financial District

200 Jackson Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

D K. writes: I took my high school debate team to Kokkari last week.  Like all normal debate teams, the hole-to-pole ratio was way off, so of course my red-blooded boys promptly sat down at the bar and knocked back a few stiff Shirley Temples while discussing the…

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
Neighborhood: Embarcadero

1 Ferry Bldg
San Francisco, CA 94102

Gregor G. writes: There are few things as pleasant as wandering about near the water on a beautiful day. I regularly come here on Saturday mornings with no real agenda -- and often wind up taking a ferry to no place in particular. It's a real treasure having this…

Gelb Music

722 El Camino Real
Redwood City, CA 94063

Victor B. writes: This place knows their stuff! I've been a musician for over 20 years, and in that time, I can honestly say, there is no other place for me to go. Don and Al in the drum department know my gear and style better than I do. Every time I have a question,…

David's Tailor Shop Tailors & Alterations
Neighborhood: Union Square

870 Market Street
Suite 305
San Francisco, CA 94102

Lauren S. writes: Of all places I got quoted, this was the cheapest.  I had a bridesmaid dress that i payed almost 200 bucks for, so of course i wanted the cheapest alteration place.  They were the most reasonably priced, and did a great job with the dress as well.…

Embarcadero Center Cinema
Neighborhood: Financial District

1 Embarcadero Ctr
San Francisco, CA 94111

laura b. writes: I saw the Darjeeling Limited here last night.  It was like being masturbated on for an hour and a half by Wes Anderson.  Dirty, smug, pretentious jizz all over my gorgeous new Marc Jacobs coat.  THE NERVE!  

The audience was filled with the hippest…

Lava 9
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

542 Hayes St
San Francisco, CA 94102

jessica t. writes: I like my earrings big.

Bold.

My belts to have pockets.

Practical.

My bags to be deep, well-made, colorful, and original.

Stylish.

Lava 9 will help you become bolder, more practical, and definitely more stylish.

The Ark Toy Store
Neighborhood: Fourth Street

1812 4th St
Berkeley, CA 94710

Aimee L. writes: Diazolofsicle.  (The back story is a little strange.)

Traditionally, my mom gifts me with something on Easter or at least the day before Easter.  Every year, without a doubt, it is a stuffed animal...ALWAYS a stuffed animal.  I have countless bunnies…

Chiro-Medical Group
Neighborhood: SOMA

246 1st St
Phillips Building, Suite 101
San Francisco, CA 94105

Meave G. writes: When your back muscles have been knotting and tightening for so long that the pressure has caused them to fossilize, it feels good to have someone attack them in a healing, insurance-covered way.

Allow me to amend, please. Without snide yuppie-related…

El Tonayense Taco Truck
Neighborhood: Mission

22nd St and Harrison St
San Francisco, CA 94110

grace m. writes: I will commission one of these taco trucks for my "You've Been Accepted into XXXXX Medical School" party (and the Bacon Dog Cart too  http://www.yelp.com/bi...).

For y'all who know me, I love street hand-held foods with superstar meats done well.…

Yerba Buena Gardens
Neighborhood: SOMA

745 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

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Peninsula Humane Society

12 Airport Blvd
San Mateo, CA 94401

kylie H. writes: I have been thinking long and hard about what my 100th review would be and so here it goes.

Sometimes you might just be looking for a friend.  There is no guarantee that you will find one the first time you walk in or the 2nd for that matter but you…

Paper Source
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2061 Chestnut St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Kristina R. writes: The Devil's store!

Why are you doing this to me, Lucifer?  I have no money.  I have no creativity.  I have no paste and make skills.  Creative Memories scrap-booking makes me want to barf.

So WHY did I spend $40 at this Godforsaken store?  WHY?  

I'll…

The Crucible
Neighborhood: West Oakland

1260 7th St
Oakland, CA 94607

jessica t. writes: One of my mom's favorite picture's of me and my sister - is both of us finger painting in the backyard.

I must have been about 3, and my sister 5. We're both wearing yellow rain smocks and yellow rain boots. My sister has a shower cap over her hair to…

Clay Theatre
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2261 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94115

Josua P. writes: Single screen movie theaters are a dying breed these days. And while it's comforting to know that one can go to a theater and have the option of seeing "The Nanny Diaries", "Balls of Fury" or "Rush Hour 3" (I smell Oscar!) it's also nice to go to a…

Arizmendi
Neighborhood: Lakeshore, Lower Hills

3265 Lakeshore Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

Herman N. writes: "The roof the roof the roof is on fire..."

There are few things in this world where I will subject myself to masochism.  The piping hot pizza from Arizmendi Bakery is definitely one of them.  The moment the cashier hands me a slice of that freshly…

Alamo Square
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

Steiner St and Hayes St
San Francisco, CA 94115

margie b. writes: Well, it's a pretty park, with a very pretty view.

If you have not been there yet, here is a postcard just for you...

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Bell'occhio
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley, SOMA

8 Brady Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Tanya F. writes: I can't wait to go here. I'm writing a review for a place I haven't been to. Is that odd? I suppose that's a bit unconventional, but I've got this deep emotional, psychic bond with this store that has existed for a while.

For instance, I've received…

Fringe Salon
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

322 Hayes Street
San Francisco, CA 94102

Thomas B. writes: Emily, Emily, Emily ...

Every single one of my hairs, my follicles, and my scalp completely and totally and utterly thank you from the bottom of their contented hearts.  I've been getting my hair cut here for the last two years, and Emily has never…

BevMo!
Neighborhood: Bayview/Hunters Point

201 Bayshore Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94124

Beah B. writes: update:
Today I had the unsettling experience of being told by the BevMos sales clerk, "I know you guys buy a lot here... you shop here a LOT." That's right, kids... a LOT.
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