Patti's Guidebook to San Francisco

Rob Lord
Patti's Guidebook to San Francisco

Drinks & Nightlife

Tucked inside the historic Alamo Drafthouse Cinema - New Mission, Bear vs Bull is low-lit and splashes classic cocktails. Snacks and noshes available too.
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Bear Vs. Bull Bar
2550 Mission St
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Tucked inside the historic Alamo Drafthouse Cinema - New Mission, Bear vs Bull is low-lit and splashes classic cocktails. Snacks and noshes available too.
A locals favorite wine bar with light fare. Bodhi, the owner and longtime Mission Dolores resident, sets the SF vibe with music, decor, wine, and conversation. Fun fact: Scenes from Woody Allen's film Blue Jasmin where shot in the upstairs flat.
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20 Spot
3565 20th St
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A locals favorite wine bar with light fare. Bodhi, the owner and longtime Mission Dolores resident, sets the SF vibe with music, decor, wine, and conversation. Fun fact: Scenes from Woody Allen's film Blue Jasmin where shot in the upstairs flat.
Local favorite for amazing cocktails and lite bites.
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True Laurel
753 Alabama St
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Local favorite for amazing cocktails and lite bites.
 Must-do on a clear night. Good cocktails, interesting people watching, amazing views.
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Charmaine's
45 McAllister St
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 Must-do on a clear night. Good cocktails, interesting people watching, amazing views.

Shopping

This "hardware" store is a San Francisco institution. The main store is packed to the ceiling with everything from gaffers tape and drill bits to Pride decor and family board games.
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Cliff's Variety
479 Castro St
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This "hardware" store is a San Francisco institution. The main store is packed to the ceiling with everything from gaffers tape and drill bits to Pride decor and family board games.
San Francisco's Only Independent Pirate Supply Store
826 Valencia St
826 Valencia Street
San Francisco's Only Independent Pirate Supply Store
Print art enthusiasts must-visit.
The Aesthetic Union
555 Alabama St
Print art enthusiasts must-visit.
Like a museum shop but cooler. Lots of local artist offerings.
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Heath Ceramics
2900 18th St
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Like a museum shop but cooler. Lots of local artist offerings.

Entertainment & Activities

Recently renovated with owners who are deep cinema fans. Food and drinks are brought to your movie-viewing seats while watching cult classics or recent independent releases.
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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
2550 Mission St
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Recently renovated with owners who are deep cinema fans. Food and drinks are brought to your movie-viewing seats while watching cult classics or recent independent releases.
Our friend Andrew hosts an incredible, fun, hidden magic show in the mission.
Magic Patio
3264 Mission St
Our friend Andrew hosts an incredible, fun, hidden magic show in the mission.

Getting Around

Bay Wheels
MUNI J-Line trains heading downtown load on the southeast corner of Church street at 18th. MUNI J-Line trains heading toward Noe Valley load on the northwest corner of 18th and Church.
18th St & Church St station
MUNI J-Line trains heading downtown load on the southeast corner of Church street at 18th. MUNI J-Line trains heading toward Noe Valley load on the northwest corner of 18th and Church.
BART station
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16th St Mission BART Station
2000 Mission St
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BART station

Groceries

Foodie five-star boutique market of fine locally produced meats, produce, wine, and so much more.
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Bi-Rite Market
3639 18th St
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Foodie five-star boutique market of fine locally produced meats, produce, wine, and so much more.
High-end bodega with great beer and spirits selection, snacks, popsicles, and kombucha on tap.
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Dolores Outpost
698 Guerrero St
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High-end bodega with great beer and spirits selection, snacks, popsicles, and kombucha on tap.

Food scene

A slightly more casual dine-in or take-out fresh Italian style pizzas. Delicious!
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Pizzeria Delfina
3621 18th St
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A slightly more casual dine-in or take-out fresh Italian style pizzas. Delicious!
Excellent pizza, meatballs, and Italian salad. It's not better or worse than Delfina Pizzeria, just different. :)
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Flour + Water Pizzeria
702 Valencia St
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Excellent pizza, meatballs, and Italian salad. It's not better or worse than Delfina Pizzeria, just different. :)
A Mission institution. Punk AF spaghetti and pinball. Go already.
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Emmy's Spaghetti Shack
3230 Mission St
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A Mission institution. Punk AF spaghetti and pinball. Go already.
Hole in wall Burmese food. Cash only. Good for takeout. You’ll know that Karma is on your side if you’re able to get a seat inside :)
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Yamo
3406 18th St
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Hole in wall Burmese food. Cash only. Good for takeout. You’ll know that Karma is on your side if you’re able to get a seat inside :)
Sister restaurant to Lazy Bear. Approachable quick delicious hamburgers and breakfast items. Even a kids menu!
Automat
1801 McAllister Street
Sister restaurant to Lazy Bear. Approachable quick delicious hamburgers and breakfast items. Even a kids menu!

Cafe

Amazing staff. Great selection of brunch and breakfast items. Gorgeous outdoor seating.
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Stable Cafe
2128 Folsom St
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Amazing staff. Great selection of brunch and breakfast items. Gorgeous outdoor seating.