Who designed this?…read more "Milkers" and the two O's in room are made to look like breasts. What were you thinking? This is offensive and probably makes new mother's who need this room uncomfortable. Way to go. EDIT: This room name has since been changed. Thank you.

Just a wonderful--BEAUTIFUL, actually--space, if you can afford it. This is one of the more…read morecreative coworking spaces I've seen as I shopped around. And they are pet-friendly! They get a star just for that feature alone. They have everything you'd expect from a coworking space, with the added benefit of being located in Westfield Center. So there's no shortage of dining options. I can walk here, but if you take public transit, you're in luck: BART and underground MUNI are a few floors downstairs, and you have all of the Market Street surface lines as well. They have a dedicated, flexible event space down the hall from the coworking space. There's a climbing wall (!), phone booths, a nap room, and the usual kitchen and conference rooms. I don't know whether she is still there, but I toured pre-pandemic with Kimberly Monárrez. I was only there for a tour, on a day when I was visiting other coworking spaces as well, so I can't attest to how well the wifi did or didn't work. I'd say the way the space is set up and curated makes it attractive if you're a creative type who likes something different. This isn't a tech bro run-of-the-mill spot like Regus, NextSpace, or the now-defunct Sandbox Suites. Bespoke bills itself as a "Tech Retail Centered " space, but I felt the ambience and energy there would be just right for me; I'm an author and cultural producer. There's a broad range of seating assignments from which to choose, and the general feel of the space is light, expansive, inviting, and airy. And for me personally, an incandescent bulb always lights up inside me where there are dogs. I know how nutty it sounds, but I work far better when I have my little Rat Terrier with me. I teach professional development workshops and craft seminars for writers, and Bespoke has several classrooms here that would be perfect for renting. Alas, after all this, I can only dream about working here. At over $400/month for the Shared Desk access, it's not commensurate with my budget. One star off for that :-( Too bad they don't offer "COVID rates" or something, LOL. I've applied for some literary grants because I now have a book deal. If I get any grant funding, I'm hoping I can manage at least a few months here. The atmosphere alone would help push me to my manuscript's finish line! In the interim, SPACES on Third & Mission is offering some terrific deals right now because they've been so empty during the past 16 months. That is a nice place, too, and worth a look, but it's a more austere space. No dogs and no climbing wall! :-P Not really geared for creatives, IMO. I never got to do a Bespoke trial day, so if you give this place a look, ask about that and try to take advantage of it...before SF goes into a new (Delta-variant) lockdown.

Bespoke has a terrific space for events. The 2019 Catalyst Conference organized by Girls in Tech is…read morewonderful. Alot of the wonder is due the location, being in Westfield Shopping Center. Easy access to those traveling via BART or the Muni Metro. The food provide at the conference was delicious and after the day ends there are a ton of food options here at Westfield. MY China, an upscale Chinese restaurant is excellent. The food court in the lower level has so much variety. The sponsors had tables under the Dome and the space was really open and comfortable. Great for networking. The setting was spectacular. This old Emporium building has a second life as part of Westfield Center. And Bespoke is situated perfectly. Looking forward to my next attendance at Bespoke event space! P.S. the shopping is awesome! The cinema upstairs is super nice. So many things to do after going to an event here!

Very convenient space as it's close to work. I came here on Wednesday, November 18th at 6:30pm for…read morea Macallan Tasting. The tasting itself was fun. You get a small pour of 10 to start of the night while you wait for the main event. They have displays of years I can only dream of having, a photo area, bar, etc. Once you get into the tasting room, you get a small sample of Macallan 10, 12, 15 and rare cask. I guess they normally have 18 as the last taste, but we were lucky enough to try the rare cask. I've been to paid tastings before, so I found the pours small, but this was free, so I can't complain. The space itself is fairly nice. Macallan used the front reception area well and spaced out the different exhibits, etc. The tasting room was was a good size with an array of tables for 6. Every table seemed to have a good view of the stage. I know they do other free tastings here, so I look forward to the next time I get to go to Bespoke Events.

I had such a fantastic experience with Bespoke Cycles in San Francisco for my fit and custom build…read morethat I felt compelled to write a long-term review. The Bike Fit Earlier this year, I decided to get back into cycling after a long hiatus. I had been commuting on a 20-year-old steel bike, but quickly realized it was agonizing on rides longer than an hour. I worked with Ari at Bespoke to fix this. He patiently interviewed me, measured me, and used Retül pressure mapping to revolutionize my position. He modified my old bike, set me up with new shoes, and dialed in a saddle that finally worked. While the tech is impressive, Ari's instincts are sharper; I get the sense he could nail a perfect bike fit with just a tape measure and his eyes. Once I felt the difference, I wanted a new bike immediately. Ari actually urged patience. He encouraged me to ride the new fit for a few months--on my old bike, my trainer and on rental bikes--to validate the changes before we committed to a build. When i experienced back pain after some longer rides Ari realized it might not be a bike fit issue and referred to me to a bike focused physical therapist (Action Sports Medicine in Sausalito) who was able to accurately diagnose my situation and suggest exercises to remediate it, which worked! As a team they really changed my relationship to the sport. The Dream Bike The eventual build process was a true collaboration. I knew generally what I wanted, but Ari guided the specifics. I wanted a flagship machine and was willing to pay for it, but Ari consistently focused on value. He even talked me down from some unnecessary upgrades. In hindsight, his advice was always spot-on, avoiding the usual industry marketing hype. The result is a mixed-material Titanium and Carbon All-Road bike from Seven Cycles. I have two separate wheelsets (which Ari hand-built using Reserve carbon rims) to swap between road and gravel. We also collaborated on a custom scheme with Black Magic Paint in Portland, who perfectly color-matched the bottle cages and a Silca frame pump to the frame's carbon elements. The bike fits like a glove. I was out on a 6-hour ride recently and felt fresh enough to do six more. As a tinkerer, I've inspected the bike closely; the tolerances and assembly quality are flawless. Build Specs Frame: Seven Axiom (Ti/Carbon Mix) Groupset: SRAM Red AXS 2024 Fork: Parlee Gravel/Cross Fork (Custom Painted) Finishing Kit: Enve Paint: Custom by Black Magic Paint (Portland) Road Wheels: Reserve 34|37 (Hand-built by Ari) Gravel Wheels: Reserve 25|GR (Hand-built by Ari) Pump: Silca Impero (Custom Painted) Final Thoughts I noticed his computer background was Picasso's Guernica, which made sense--Ari is as much an artist as a master builder. Building this bike felt like an act of curation. Here is my advice for getting the best experience at Bespoke, which might carry over other custom builders people might work with as well: Responsiveness: Ari is incredibly responsive. He answered countless small questions during the build within hours. Don't hesitate to reach out; he makes time for you. Documentation: Keep a log. There are a hundred details in a custom build. Keeping your own notes and proactively sharing them ensures redundancy and prevents miscommunication. Collaboration: Working with Ari can be a gateway to the kind of bike building experience very few others can realize, but you are well served to be an active participant. Ari is a master, but treating this as a partnership rather than just a transaction yields the best results. Your engagement will pay off in the final product. I give Bespoke Cycles SF my highest recommendation. Ari didn't just build me a bike; he ushered in a new era of adventure in my life.

After finally getting a bike plus a tune up, I let the bike sit untouched for months. With the nice…read moreweather out, I finally felt motivated to go for a ride, but when I went to put air in the tires, the front wouldn't hold. After countless online searches, Reddit threads, and YouTube videos, I looked up the closest shop and called ahead with a few questions. Ari patiently walked me through what to check over the phone, but I was still unsure of the issue and brought it in. He kindly took it in for the needed flat fix. I really appreciate how patient and helpful he was, both on the phone and in person, especially with someone who doesn't know much about bikes. Great service, very approachable, and made the whole process easy. I'll definitely be coming back next time I need anything. Hoping this is the start of getting out on my bike.

These guys are the real deal!! They were super knowledgeable, patient, and kind. I had them do a…read morecustom suit for me for my Grandmother's 90th birthday and they did not disappoint! Amazing fabric and amazing tux! Every time I came back wanting it shorter, tighter, etc bc I was in the middle of losing weight, they did not mind one bit!! Would recommend them to everyone and anyone. Make sure you make your appointment online, they stay busy!

The BEST! I would not recommend anyone else other than Anatoly's! Since day one they were very…read moreaccommodating, very quick, kind, and straight to the point. If I had even one tiny part I needed to fix, they fixed it right up and so quickly! The conversations were awesome and the family run business being around for so many years makes me want to support them even more! Thanks so much, we will be coming back soon :)

Disaster. Waited 4 weeks for an appointment at this place. Told the tailor exactly what we needed…read moreover the phone - a dress needed to be tailored to fit. Gave her the brand, size, etc. she quoted us $160. Steep, but reasonable given the quality of the dress. She took measurements. After the fitting, she told us the cost would be $400. $400 to tailor a dress?!? That's more than most dresses cost. Why? She said, "wedding dresses cost more." We explained that it wasn't a wedding dress (I'm already married!). But she wouldn't change the price. It felt strange and uncomfortable and kind of awful to be called a liar. Walked out and found another tailor who did an epic job for $120. Went to the party (NOT A WEDDING) and felt fabulous. Skip this place. p.s. Apparently this owner gaslights customers. To clarify: 1. I definitely called in advance, 2. I was definitely overcharged, 3. It was definitely Lily from Irena's studio. Not confused, and not a mistake. Avoid avoid avoid.

Irena's Studio is a gem!!! I was initially hesitant to trust someone in general with something as…read moreimportant as my wedding dress, but Lily (the owner) did an amazing job and knew exactly what alterations would flatter my body. During our first meeting, Lily was thorough, clear, and explained each recommendation and steps of the alteration process. I loved how for each visit, Lily took a step by step approach to alter my dress so that she could confirm that I was happy before moving forward to other aspects. I also appreciated that if I had a recommendation or question, Lily really listened and did not make me feel rushed during my appointment. I received so many compliments on my dress during the wedding and my photos came out so good as well. I'm so grateful for Lilys expertise and would highly recommend her!

Super quick and easy spot for alterations, also accepts card, which is kind of hard to get in…read moreOakland. I only had one pair of dress pants that I needed tailored - it was $15 for one pair and the turnaround was very speedy - it was done in about two days. The seams were very even and they did a great job!

Getting clothes altered and repaired is preferable these days over buying new stuff…read more My wife and I have gone to Ritz for years, including things like hemming pants, alternating dresses and suit jackets, etc. the owner does a good job, works fast and seems to charge reasonable prices. The owner Yim is a super nice Vietnamese lady who seems to put attention into detail. I've seen customer get measured for new suits, I don't know what she charges but it seems like people have good experiences. A more tailored fit to my suit jackets have made them feel and look better. I've brought her cheaper jackets and nicer more expensive jackets and they all come out ok.

A very reliable tailor near Berkeley, and the only one I'll be going to until I move!…read more I got my dresses hemmed and it was done perfectly. The stitching was on point! It looked as if that's exactly how the dress came in. At the appointment, the owner takes the time to understand how it's supposed look, and how you want it to fit. After the appointment, it was very easy to communicate with the owner. He responded promptly and was transparent. I had to schedule a last minute hemming request and it was done on time! If you're in a pickle, just call and see if he can do it. He will not schedule an appointment if he knows he cannot get it done on time, which I appreciate for being direct. I'll definitely come back but this time without any last minute requests!

Gabriel is such a humble nice man..he has tailored 2 pairs of my pants, he does quality work with…read moreoriginal hem. There is also no attaching of the hem it is sewn back on with stellar craftsmanship! His cost is higher but his work makes me never want to patronize another tailor. This man works by hand and unmatched quality.

This dress was an absolute stunner at a Tuscan wedding I attended this summer. I received so many…read morecompliments and the alterations process was a breeze with only an initial sizing and final fitting. I brought in an oversized dress (about 8 dress sizes too big) and the results couldn't have been better. Miss Veda and team are so accommodating and made me feel special. I wish I could wear this dress again!

Shirley's is hands down the best place to get alterations in the Bay Area!!! Miss Veda is a PRO who…read morehelped tailor my incredibly intricate wedding dress, as well as two other one-pieces that had a lot of complicated and unique textures and customizations that needed her expertise. She has impeccable attention to detail, and the team of folks I worked with at the shop were kind, thorough, and made sure I was in perfect shape for my wedding day. After my 5-star experience, this is the only place I will go in the Bay for my tailoring needs. They're the best!