This North Beach cafe, Caffe Puccini is named after legendary Italian opera composer Giacomo Puccini (Tosca, Madame Butterfly) who shares the same Italian hometown, Lucca, with the cafe's owner, Graziano Lucchese. The decor reflects the owner's...

Conventional wisdom holds that this monument is shaped like a fire-hose nozzle. It is not, at least not by design. The tower is the gift of Lilly Hitchcock Coit, an eccentric heiress who managed to stand out in a city full of them. Lilly's particular...

If you love oysters then the dingy surroundings of the Hog Island Oyster Company, located opposite a retail fish store, won't bother you. The restaurant is owned by the same people who grow them in the Tomales Bay and now they serve them fresh and...

San Francisco's Chinatown is the largest Chinatown in North America. It is also the oldest Chinatown in the United States. Established in the 1850s, it has featured significantly in popular culture venues such as film, music, photography and...

If you want to know how a cable car works, Cable Car Museum is the place to learn. The world's first cable car rests here and with it a concise explanation of how those little cable cars go halfway to the stars. In an underground viewing area, you...

Gourmets and revellers come to this eatery, located in the Financial District, to eat, drink and conduct business in a comfortable setting. While the most requested drink may be the classic dry martini, other drink features include a Mojito 'Isidro'...

Located in the space that was once home to the popular Leticia's, Lime Restaurant and Lounge has fast become an eat and drink destination, not only for Castrophiles but all SF residents. With 60s-era modernist decor courtesy of style artisan Craige...

Haight Ashbury is a district of San Francisco, California, US, named for the intersection of Haight and Ashbury Streets. It is commonly called The Haight. The district generally encompasses the neighborhood surrounding Haight Street, bounded by...

The sushi here is really a delight as it is fresh and impeccably assembled, with perfect rice. But what sets this sushi bar apart from the scores of others in town is that each chef assembles for just the few patrons sitting in front of him. A full...

This museum houses more than 87,000 paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and tapestries. Some pieces date back 4,000 years. The main floor is dedicated to the museum's permanent collection, much of which features the works of Rodin. European and...

In the late 1800s, a Scotsman named John McLaren transformed more than 1000 acres (405 hectares) of sand dunes into a wondrous haven in the midst of busy city life. Stretching from Stanyan Street to the Pacific Ocean, the lush landscaping features...

The dumplings here are bursting with pork, chicken, beef or vegetable fillings that are dense with flavor. The favorite noodle dishes combine a rich black bean sauce topped with either seafood, beef, chicken or veggies for a hearty and delicious...

Liberty Cafe is a comfortable and comforting restaurant serves some of the best American style food in the city. The focus here is simple tradition, on food that mom might have made if she ever had the time. So enjoy. Start with a Caesar Salad, they...

This building is the site of some of San Francisco's finest moments. In 1954 Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio were married here. In the early 21st century, over 100 same-sex couples were married by Mayor Gavin Newsom in the foyer. The Renaissance...

The Gallic influence on Vietnamese cooking dates back to its French colonial days, which explains why an Asian sandwich is served in a baguette. Usually filled with Five-spice Chicken or roast pork, there is an American twist to be found in the...

Once the most popular from of public transportation for early San Franciscans, the cable cars have become a major tourist attraction. It's still a reliable and scenic way to travel around parts of the city. There are three lines : Powell- Hyde...

This impressive neo-Gothic structure crowning Nob Hill was built on the site of the Crocker Mansion after the 1906 earthquake and fire. The interior features stained glass windows in celestial blues and vibrant reds and yellows. There are also...

To enter this restaurant, you need a healthy appetite for meat! The interior boasts of several dining rooms, a bar & cocktail lounge, and a fireplace, making it feel like an exclusive club-house; the owner, Joe Betz, is known for redecorating the...

A popular breakfast and brunch spot located in the Tenderloin district that serves up large portions of breakfast favorites and a signature spicy corn bread....

This is a great place for an inquiring mind. The wonders of the natural world are on display in the Steinhart Aquarium, complete with a penguin colony; the Morrison Planetarium, offers a sky show; and a natural history museum with a hunk of jade the...

Hana Zen offers excellent sushi, the finest yakitori and premium sake, sake flights, soju, wine, & cocktails. They offer friendly service in an open and lively atmosphere. They are the home of the true Japanese food lover....

The only year-round ice-skating rink in San Francisco. An attractive, all-new facility atop the Moscone Center, the ice-skating center offers recreational skating (with plenty of skates to rent) day and night. Skating lessons are also available for...

Get close to your favorite sea creatures and also some of the deadliest snakes. This aquarium in the revamped Academy of Sciences showcases piranhas, pythons, pipefish, penguins, moray eels and snakes. The Philippine Coral Reef Exhibit will have you...

Located in The Westin St. Francis, in Union Square, the heart of San Francisco, Michael Mina is right where you want to be when visiting the City by the Bay. Jump on a cable car and bring your appetite for American cuisine. Sample dishes from their...

Sears Fine Food is a good option for breakfast till 3pm everyday for all the sleepyheads and also for the sheer joy of digging into Swedish pancakes with maple syrup and fresh whipped butter. If you are going there for breakfast, be prepared to queue...

Nob Hill is located between some of San Francisco's most popular tourist spots such as Union Square, Cable Car Museum and Fisherman's Wharf. Historically, Nob Hill played a significant role in the city as powerful businessmen of the 19th century...

Located on the sidewalk of Belden Place, B44 is a refreshing change in a city filled with restaurants and cafes. Don't worry about the winds as there are heaters to keep you as warm. The menu has been wholely created by Spanish Chef Daniel Olivella,...

Located on the top five floors of the San Francisco Shopping Centre, Nordstrom is one of the city's favorite department stores. The upscale store features a concierge, a pub and the ultimate pampering station, Spa Nordstrom, which offers massages,...

Despite the popular misconception, Joe DiMaggio did not marry Marilyn Monroe in this opulent church (that was at City Hall). He did, however, marry his first wife, starlet Dorothy Arnold, here and it was this church that celebrated his funeral mass....

The recipient of the coveted James Beard cooking award, chef Gary Danko practices his genius at his eponymous, 65-seat restaurant. Luxurious appetizers, flavorful entrees, and decadent desserts are the true crowd pleasers. Try the Lobster Salad with...