Yep... another reason to LOVE SF. Culture, community, and somehow... magically clean?! Like I don't…read moreknow what spell they cast over Japantown but the usual city "aroma" is nowhere to be found lol. Just good vibes, music, anime, cosplay sightings, and me absolutely losing it over a Japanese vintage shop like it was a life event. Gifts everywhere, manga on manga on manga... I blinked and suddenly I needed everything. You can literally watch fresh udon being made, bounce between ramen spots, sip tea like you have your life together, and yes... plenty of veggie and vegan friendly options so we're all thriving. And the history? Not just cute... it's legit. This is the OLDEST Japantown in the U.S. and one of only three left, built after the 1906 earthquake when Japanese communities relocated here and made it their cultural home (Japantown Cultural District⁠). It was once a booming hub with hundreds of businesses before WWII internment basically wiped it out, and the community had to rebuild from scratch after . So yeah... what you're walking through now is resilience with really good snacks. Hit the mall, the Peace Pagoda, the paper stores (origami, stationery, art... obsessed), and all the Ghibli love. Cute AND historic... we love a neighborhood with depth.

Love visiting this place when I'm in San Francisco. Lots of japanese shops and some great places to…read moreeat. If you're visiting San Francisco this is a place you much check out.

This place is AMAZING!!!…read more Sooo many places to eat under one roof. From cookies and milk to burgers, steaks, desserts etc.. the choices are endless. During my visit, the entire large building was very crowded as this is a very popular place. Located along the San Francisco Bay a mere feet from this beautiful building, stepping outside offers amazing views of the bay, boats and the surrounding area. This is is MUST see when visiting San Francisco

Duplicate Charge That No One Will Fix…read more I noticed that I had been overcharged for parking and called the hotel. A front desk staff member acknowledged the mistake and transferred me to accounting, but no one answered, so I left a voicemail. I also emailed the address listed on my receipt, but after a full day I received no response. When I called again the next morning, the front desk tried to transfer me to accounting a second time. After I requested the manager on duty, I was sent to the manager's voicemail and left another message. I still have not received any response. This is a simple billing correction, and other hotels resolve such issues immediately and provide updated receipts without difficulty. Unfortunately, that has not been my experience here.

What's not to love about the Haight-Ashbury area!! It's historic, eccentric, hippie, and vibrant!!…read more I remember as a kid, my mother and her friends would pack us all up and make a day of it. Remember the wagons??? The adults up front. The kids wayyyyy back in the luggage area!! We would walk all around and have a nice lunch out. Go to our friend's home to play games. This area is so colorful! The old Victorian architecture, the upbeat streets, vintage shops, unique finds, fusion of cafes, the music, and great thrifting. Parking can be a bear!! There's street parking, but that's a hit and miss! Lucky for us, we parked a few blocks away and walked. There's free parking near Golden Gate Park. Some folks used the parking apps and pay to be closer. Overall, this area is nostalgic! We love it even though we aren't here as often as we would like.

Haight-Ashbury, the Haight, some people just call it "Hashbury. " A fun funky psychedelic…read moreneighborhood that has seen it all. The Neighbourhood has become gentrified a bit, and there are a couple of corporate places, (there's a Ben & Jerry's right on the main corner!) but there were lots of other great shops. Vintage clothing, shops, smoke shops, and a good amount of great restaurants. Lots to see, do, and buy. Definitely check out the counterculture museum. It's not expensive to get into, and it tells an interesting story about the "hippie movement", and what it was all about. The museum also have a great bookstore. It's always fun coming back to this neighborhood to see what has changed.

A totally Lower Haight experience, besides the live music & local art for sale, the surrounding…read morehipster stores have a lot of eye candy. This fair is pretty basic & feels like beginners effort. I'm looking forward to seeing how the LOHA Merchants Association expands the offerings. Of particular note is The Faight. They pretty much took over Haight street next to their store. They sponsored a band, had racks of clothing for sale, & their store & gallery were open for business. A welcome addition to the local scene for sure. The later you stay, the better the fashion gets. So add people watching to the entertainment. Another reason to visit or be proud of the hood.

The library is great, but someone threatened to stab by dog with his keys as we were leaving. It's…read moreshockingly disgusting. I visited on Saturday, November 9th, as our friend was using restroom in the library(she lives in Mill Valley, so she knows the area). We patiently waited outside as passerbies walked by to pet my dog and compliment her. My dog is a 10 year old German Shepherd, and she has been trained extensively since 1 year old, and because of this, she doesn't approach people unless we give her the command to. We understand that if people are scared of her breed, they just have to tell us, and we're happy to give them space. After all, she's a really well-behaved and gentle dog. She has been attacked by countless other dogs(now almost a a human), but she has never attacked any other dog or human. We've worked hard with lots of training to make sure she's doesn't become reactive from all the sudden attacks. So, it's shocking when a grown man threatens to stab your dog with his key! He had kids, too. What a terrible example for his kids. This is what happened: Our friend returned from the restroom, and we started walking down towards downtown. We chatted as we walked and noticed a family behind us, walking on the sidewalk. We moved to the side to let them pass. Unknowingly, the little girl is scared of dogs. With the narrow sidewalk, we tried to move aside, but there was limited room. Instead of speaking to us or asking for more space. The man brought out his key and moved it towards my dog in a threatening manner. Hovering the sharp end of the key 1 inch from my dog. We were so shocked that we didn't have time to react! We wished he would've asked for space instead of threatening us! The only reason we knew anything was because the little girl said, "I'm scared of dogs." With the man's key so close to my dog, we couldn't even give them space! Unfortunately, the description isn't very helpful. It was a middle-aged man, about late 40s. A young boy and girl. Kindergarten age. With a black mid size SUV(like a Toyota Rav4 size). They were leaving the library around 1 pm. The thing is, it's a rather dog friendly town. My friend has two dogs. We met many other dogs, but to think, someone who lives here and is raising his kids here would do that! So, if you bring your dog here... Just know someone might try to stand your dog.

They say it takes a village... and I must say, Mill Valley is sure one helluva village…read more Like all towns across the state and country, the Corona Virus has taken its toll on people's lives and livelihoods. So it was really heartwarming to see Mill Valley biz owners and residents work together to close off the town square for weekend outdoor dining & entertainment. Every Friday - Sunday this summer, folks can eat al fresco at their favorite downtown establishments (Piazza D'Angelo, Gravity Tavern, Urban Remedy, etc.). They closed off Miller Street from 5pm - 9pm and set up outdoor tables six feet apart from one another & heat lamps. They even set up an acoustic band in the Depot to entertain the crowd. The square was packed! The mood was lively. People were eating & drinking and having a grand ol' time. It almost felt like Europe. You would've almost forgot that we were in the middle of a pandemic if it wasn't for all the face masks. Congrats to everyone who worked hard to put this all together. It truly was a team effort. Hopefully (when the virus is gone), they'll continue this outdoor dining for years to come. Way to go, Mill Valley. Very proud of our community.

Nice neighborhood close to Lake Merritt, lots of Apartment Buildings which makes street parking…read morealmost extinct, lol!! There are restaurants within walking distance, as well as Grand Lake Theater, Whole Foods, Downtown, Uptown and Lake Merritt. I used to live here back in the day, now I'm sure it's pretty expensive, but it's a very cool area to live!!

Fun neighborhood, close to the lake and stores. However, theives will walk into garages and steal…read moreitems, like baby strollers and baby toys. Nothing is too low for them to steal.

Hahaha, i didn't even know you could do a review on this check-in?!…read moreWell, i have been coming to this area way before checking in on Yelp. lol since it popped up on my Yelp to do a review, i thought i would. Valencia Street has a lot of business restaurants and medical centers. You can go check it out for yourself, especially if you like to try out new food restaurants, and they have a lot of them here. i've gone to so many businesses in the last thirty years, and some have had good and bad experiences. Sorry, this was a short review,but I'm not sure what else to say about this area, lol Oh,one more thing whenever you park your car, make sure you lock up your car and do not leave anything in your car because they will break in and steal your stuff. Thanks for reading my latest review~Lizzie ~ ;)

It took me many trips before I found out about this area. Now I come every trip. I like the Dia…read morede Murtes grates under the trees. I love all the unusual shops... Where else can you find a Pirate Shop to buy all your pirate needs? And Paxton Gate is awesome. Bones, fossils and plants are just the start... There are great galleries and places to eat as well. You really must come and check it out

A dirt path that is technically a street, Ohlone Way brings you back to a time before the roads…read morewere paved in SF. The path goes by the backs of some houses, and you can see views of Glen Park, Excelsior with the water tower at John McClaren Park, and even a little bit of the bay. There are lots of plants and wildflowers sprinkled along the path: Himalayan Blackberry bushes, Cow Parsnip, succulents, Bougainvillea, Rock Purslane, Morning Glory, to name a few. By itself it's too short to really come out of the way for but in conjunction with Penny and Poppy Lanes which are 2 other nearby dirt trails it's about a little over a mile hike/walk exploring Glen Park.

Not far from Glen Park Village and the Glen Park BART Station is one of San Francisco's last…read moreunpaved stretches of the official city street grid, a short winding dirt path no more than 150 yards long called Ohlone Way. With its wildflowers, berry bushes, old wooden fences, and hilly backdrop, you'll find yourself taking a relaxing (albeit brief) walk down what feels like an old country road, right here in the City.