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Pacific Heights

Pacific Heights occupies the ridge with the best views and the biggest price tags in San Francisco.

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The Richmond

The Richmond stretches from Arguello to Ocean Beach, foggy and quiet, with some of the best food in…

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The Embarcadero

The 1989 earthquake collapsed the Embarcadero Freeway and gave San Francisco back its waterfront.

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Japantown

The Peace Pagoda rises above the Japan Center plaza, a gift from Osaka that anchors one of only…

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Delfina

Order the spaghetti with plum tomato. The dish that built the reputation. Reserve via Resy two to three weeks out. Pizzeria Delfina next door for shorter waits.

Italian

Ju-Ni

Japanese

Hog Island Oyster Co.

Half-dozen Sweetwaters and a clam chowder at the counter. Same-day from Tomales Bay. Walk-in only at the Ferry Building.

Seafood

Breadbelly

Go for the kaya toast and the kakiage sando. The Clement location has more neighborhood energy; Dogpatch is easier for parking and seating. Get there by 9am on weekends to avoid the wait.

$$ Bakery

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Things to Do

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Classic

Red Blossom Tea Company

Ask the staff to guide you. They know every tea in the shop and will help you find what you like. Budget 30 minutes to taste and browse.

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Kabuki Springs & Spa

Check which days are designated for which genders before you go. Bring a book and plan to stay at least two hours.

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Body Philosophy Club

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