Galleria Scola Picture Framing
Neighborhood: Grand Lake, Lower Hills

3646 Grand Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

W R L. writes: Galleria Scola not only frames art. The frames *are* art. Their most recent framing job for me is literally winning more compliments from friends than the costly art work inside the frame.

I believe I could get a piece of scrap paper framed at…

Sol Food Puerto Rican Cuisine

732 4th Street
San Rafael, CA 94901

Berna .. writes: Wow, they aren't kidding when they say this place is TINY.  We went to this location because the other one looked slammed.  I was excited they had mofongo on the menu, because that is my favorite Puerto Rican food of all time.  Traditionally, it's…

El Nuevo Frutilandia
Neighborhood: Mission

3077 24th St
San Francisco, CA 94110

CINDY K. writes: With every passing year, I think my metabolism slows down another critical increment.  And so, no way was there going to be a ridiculous MEATFEST for my bday this time!  We loaded up instead on plaintains at El Nuevo Frutilandia, in the form of their…

Satin Moon Fabrics
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

32 Clement Street
San Francisco, CA 94118

Ed U. writes: Hey, my peeps run this store. I have to love it.

Two sisters own this incredible fabric store. Now why would I rave about a fabric store when I have never touched a sewing machine in my life? Well, I have these four gigantic, cubical plant holders…

Shamrock Irish Pub

1403 Webster St
Alameda, CA 94501

Patrick G. writes: Reasonable prices. Cool t-shirts and hats. Plus it's a great spot to go to on Wednesday nights, have a whole mess of liquid courage, then walk down the street and bust in to the Fireside and karaoke like a rockstar!

Scott Angela Spank Salon

1912 Clement Ave
Alameda, CA 94501

Gabby K. writes: ive lived in the bay since november and have yet to find supreme hair satisfaction with cut & color prowess as i found in LA. it was getting to the point where i pondered the worth of flying to LA just for the day...simply to have my guy do my hair…

Mission Bar
Neighborhood: Mission

2695 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Ed to the M. writes: The thing about the Mission Bar is that the night always starts off well but you wake up the next morning and you're like, "WTF happened to me last night?!?"

You see, when I was here last April, I came in after a hardcore drinking session involving…

Ocean Restaurant
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

726 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94118

David D. writes: Hong Kong style comfort food.  

The stars converged in a peculiar pattern tonight, and we found ourselves sans kitchen but with car.  Choosing a  restaurant consisted of driving around until we found an open parking space, and then looking for…

Little Delhi
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

83 Eddy St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Elise F. writes: Reasons why John S. is cooler than you:

1. He has not one, but TWO graduate degrees. Take that, slackers!

2. He has a very kickass awesome job with kids that is probably about a million times more challenging than anything I've ever experienced.

3. He's…

On The Run
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

1310 9th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94122

Amy D. writes: My best friend and I are "running" (that means we're not really running) the Nike Women's half Marathon in October. I did it last year with my mom, but after mile 1, she took off without me. (Thank, mom! I love you too!)

Until now, I've always worn…

Geoffrey's Diamonds & Goldsmith

626 Walnut St
Ste 212
San Carlos, CA 94070

Sara O. writes: In my life, I have dealt with thousands of businesses, big and small.  I can honestly tell you this: I have never in my LIFE had such a wonderful experience purchasing something.  If I could give them 500,000 stars, I would--honestly.  This business…

Yumi Yogurt

947 El Camino Real
Redwood City, CA 94063

Ed C. writes: Sun, Rain, Snow, Sleet, Hail, or Wind, you can always have frozen yogurt.

Lots of flavors and toppings to choose from.  Yumi Yogurt is a must stop after, before or during dinner.  Even my lactose intolerance can't stop me from order a giant helping of…

Enjoy Vegetarian Restaurant
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

754 Kirkham St
San Francisco, CA 94122

megan w. writes: If there's one thing this neighborhood is, it's cute. I mean, so adorable you can eat up those fat little cheeks. Er, restaurants, light rail and little boxes made of ticky tacky. Whatever.

So it's perfect, because Enjoy is so cute it's insane. As far…

Remede Spa
Neighborhood: SOMA

125 Third Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

rm c. writes: The boys were going to Vegas for the weekend for SF's bachelor party. Dun dun dun... ^_^

Why should the boys have all the fun? LT asked if I was free for dinner and if I wanted to accompany her to the spa at St. Regis. I don't frequent spas, but I…

Allegro Romano
Neighborhood: Russian Hill

1701 Jones St
San Francisco, CA 94109

michelle i. writes: so there we were.... wandering down Hyde street. we thought would probably just hit up Luella when..... the stars just suddenly aligned and fate stepped in.

there it was, just sitting there. the most charming place ever. Allegro Romano.

BTW, this is my…

Semifreddi's Bakery

4242 Hollis St
Emeryville, CA 94608

saul g. writes: So, about 4 weeks ago 3 kids in tattered black jeans turned up at the roll up door of my loading dock with broken bicycles asking if they could borrow some tools to fix their bikes. While helping them to mash a gnarly crank back on their spindle I…

G.B. Ratto & Co. International Grocers
Neighborhood: Old Oakland

821 Washington St
Oakland, CA 94607

Nikki S. writes: Roast beef, cheedar, pickles, onions, mayo on ciabatta.

Rattos has single-handedly kept me from calling into work comatose for the past 3 months.  Whenever i'm feeling a bit down and hypoglycemic, the promise of their kick ass sandwiches cheers me and…

Energie
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

45 Grant Ave
San Francisco, CA 94108

Tom L. writes: Where I get my homojo.

Also, Miss Sixty (upstairs): Hottt. That's right. "Hott" with an EXTRA t.

Pizza Plaza
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

6211 Shattuck Ave
Oakland, CA 94609

laura b. writes: Dude.  This place BLOWS MY MIND.  The fact that you can get a vegan Hawaiian pizza makes me so giddy, i could just lose control of my bowels and crap all over this seat right here.  Even though that would be disgusting and embarrassing...the things…

Slide.com
Neighborhood: SOMA

612 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94105

R K. writes: If you need a great Slide Show for your myspace page, blogger blog, Hi5, etc. Slide is the place.

I work here so yes I am very biased!

Tibet Styles
Neighborhood: Haight-Ashbury

1707 Haight Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

MiKA I. writes: Dolma has the most intricate jewelry for sale. It's always a treat to stop by here after a long hard day's work of shopping in the Haight.

I personally own 3 chunky necklaces and they're reasonably priced. It's a good blessing when you are in Dolma's…

Pamir Afghan Cuisine

5959 Shellmound St
Emeryville, CA 94608

Elise F. writes: Am I glowing?

I must be, because I'm pregnant. Pregnant with Afghani food, and in nine months a little food baby will pop out. Mmm food babies.

My roommate and I have been wanting to try Pamir for ages now, and boredom hit last night and we found…

Pyzano's Pizzeria

3835 E Castro Valley Blvd
Castro Valley, CA 94552

Gourmet G. writes: A lot of the pies here are too gourmet for my tastes, but if you stick to the traditional toppings you'll find this is excellent pizza. One of the two brothers who owns the place has won numerous dough-twirling-and-tossin g competitions, and if…

Central Park, City of San Mateo

50 E 5th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94010

nobu k. writes: My GF took me there yesterday. It was my first time in here. Nothing special. We just sat down and had a little picnic.
That was it.
But, nothing better than that!
I don't know what I am reviewing.
Am I writing about this park or just having a…

Golden Gate Frisbee/Disc Golf Course

900 John F. Kennedy Dr.
Fulton at 25th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94121

Christine M. writes: The course is awesome.  So much fun on a sunny day.

It's the ridiculous fools who take it over and don't allow people on the course OR the picnic tables that make it just plain silly.

Bay Quackers
Neighborhood: Fisherman's Wharf

2800 Leavenworth St
San Francisco, CA 94133

Don B. writes: I've seen these guys around and know they're just another kitchy tour thingy for San Francisco. I know their equipment... WWII amphibious DUK or "ducks" as the GI's called them. Lifesaving in the Pacific campaigns, ferrying food, ammo and medical…

George's Zoo Liquor Deli

2560 Sloat Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94116

Dee J. writes: Good sandwiches. Cool guys that run the place. Prices are okay.

They seem to remember me every time too...how? I have no clue. I am in this shop maybe 1-2 times a year.

Maybe it's that ski mask I've been known to wear?

Asano Barber Shop
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3312 Sacramento Street
San Francisco, CA 94118

Jason R. writes: How many barbershops in Pacific Heights have you been to recently that have a homemade "flowbee" crafted from a Hoover power vacuum and some tape?

My guess is none if you didn't get your hair cut at Asano's.

This is another one of those Yelp finds that…

DayOne
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3490 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94118

Laurel F. writes: Oh no, I'm gonna be really, really uncool here and write about babies. On Yelp. The horror, the horror, I know.

But really, many, if not most, of the younger kid-hating yelpers will someday transition from yelping to whelping and produce their own…

Cork

317 Johnson St
Sausalito, CA 94965

Leslie A. writes: Cork is a jewel in the rough of the Sausalito tourismo nightmare.  The people are incredibly friendly, the food is delicious, and they put cucumber in the water. I'm generally there during the week so crowds are minimal and the atmosphere is cool and…

Mountain Lake Park
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

116 11th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94118

Kristina R. writes: There has been blood spilled many times at the bottom of the big slide at this playground.  I know because I've had to do some crime scene clean up more times than I care to remember.  

But honestly, a little blood spilled is the signature of an…

Pearl's Phatburgers

8 E Blithedale Ave
Mill Valley, CA 94941

Josie M. writes: oh gosh.  dare i say it?  

pearl's is the best burger i have ever had...IN MY LIFE!

first the onion rings came out and they were light and crispy with almost no grease.  inhale...GONE!

then the burger came out.  the mini was the perfect size for me...or…

Doug's Barbecue
Neighborhood: North Oakland

3600 San Pablo Ave
Emeryville, CA 94608

.. r y a n .. b. writes: I lived in Emeryville at 54th and San Pablo for 3 years. That was 3 years of way too much double links with hot bbq sauce, potato salad and beans.

*CLOSED MONDAYS*
*NEVER GO ON TUESDAYS*

Why is that?
Because they're just getting their week started and…

One Half
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1837 Polk Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

wendella a. writes: Gotta give props to my neighborhood knick-knack emporium. Oodles of samples from gift show leftovers, showroom one-offs and the like. Great spot for candles, kids toys, some interesting coffee table books, textiles, glassware, vases, decorative…

Chabot Space & Science Center
Neighborhood: Oakland Hills

10000 Skyline Blvd
Oakland, CA 94619

Kristina R. writes: I love astronauts.  I was DYING to be one when I was little.   John Glenn (Ohio boy and big Boy Scout), Gus Grissom  (Even though he screwed the pooch...), Chuck Yeager-The Fastest Man Alive!   (THE bad-ass of all bad-asses...), and (Sharon) Christa…

Marina Submarine
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2299 Union St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Tien L. writes: Last night I dreamed I was eating one of their perfectly toasted sandwiches (pastrami and swiss, everything but mayo).  This time though, there were avocados.

p.s. Cash only.  
p.p.s. there is hardly a wait if you go on weekday before 12:15pm.  After…

Small Shed Flatbreads

17 Madrona Street
Mill Valley, CA 94941

Wes M. writes: Organo-eclectic Marin food at its finest, with prices low enough that you feel you're paying for the quality ingredients and not the privilege of reveling in Mill Valley quaintness (indeed, they keep the decor pretty minimal), and all served in pizza…

Dovre Club
Neighborhood: Mission

1498 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Andy F. writes: Prior to penning this masterpiece, I felt it necessary to do my research..I needed to understand exactly what made a drinking establishment a "DIVE"..Of course, I opted to make use of the user-generated tome that is WiKi, a.k.a. wikipedia.com ...I…

Full House Cafe
Neighborhood: Laurel District, Lower Hills

3719 MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94619

Tsada K. writes: I love this place because they play jazz and have pictures on the walls of dogs playing poker.  The service is always excellent, and the cook is talented and a bit of a social butterfly. They use a lot of organic and sustainably farmed ingredients,…