Back in 7th grade, my best friend took me to a Vienna Beef spot right in the heart of our Chicago…read moresuburb. I was bewildered, having passed that shop weekly for five years without ever stepping inside. That initial bite into an authentic Chicago dog was burned directly into my memory, locking those exact textures and flavors into my palate forever. Ever since, I am always down for a Chicago dog. Fast forward 30-plus years to a Friday stroll through Hayes Valley. I had already grabbed a quick bite around the corner, but I wanted more. I popped into Hayz Dog to order The Fluky. The husband and wife team running the show deserve a massive hug for the warmth, pride, and love they pour into their food and their patrons. With my hot order in hand, I grabbed a seat at the parklet to continue my culinary journey. The Fluky hit so deep that middle school memories came flooding back. The crisp snap of the all-beef dog, the bright acid of fresh tomatoes and yellow mustard, the tart pucker of sport peppers, and that iconic neon relish was total perfection. It was an electric time machine in a poppy seed bun, cranking out a high-decibel mix tape of pure nostalgia. So, so GEWD! Completely satiated, I sat in the park and calmly admired the world moving around me as the sun dipped below the horizon.

Per usual - I forgot to take pics because I eat first!…read more I have been to Hayz Dog a few times now because I love their specialty in hot dogs. It also being so close to where I am is an extra bonus. The staff there are always so friendly and chill which I appreciate. Its a small shop, but tons of seating outside including a parklet! I have tried the Hayz, the Fluky, and the breakfast dog. The breakfast dog was my favorite and it's only available on Sat and Sun! I recommend getting it to eat there because one time I got it to go and the egg texture was questionable BUT its worth a try. The Hayz was too sour for me but I still enjoyed the creation itself. The Fluky is really good! I know its a crime to put ketchup on top of a Chicago dog, but I think it helps cut through the amount of acidity! I would give the place a try, especially if you are a hot dog connoisseur like I am! Also!!! Great shakes, but they are small for what the cost ($8)

A great spot hot or cold weather to enjoy an ice cold beer with friends and pets. It's a nice vibe…read more I ordered a half pint. The pint is huge! Maybe one day. They also serve bites. Order at the counter, grab a number for food. Drinks are poured on the spot when you order.

Great space with plenty of tables for happy hour. Tried the currywurst because it sounded…read moreinteresting. The currywurst is spiced well and a heavy dish that pairs well with beer. A lot of selection of beers and IPAs and food items to pick from. Will have to come back.

5/5: The beer on tap tastes surprisingly good compared to other places with the same beer; They…read moremust be very OCD about keeping the beer lines clean. 5/5: The potato pancakes are outstanding and addictive. Super crispy coating with tender potato inside. $16 for three. 4/5: The pretzel/bread pudding is good. Ask them to warm it up, otherwise it arrives cold. Comes with two scoops of whipped butter. $12.

I happen to be at the restaurant's 33rd anniversary dine out experience. They've been at the same…read morespot since 1993. I remember going there a couple of times and the setting is timeless - the only thing new is post covid-19 are the outdoor parklets for outdoor dining. The vibe is great, a feel of being transported to a neighborhood German bar restaurant, somewhere in Bavaria if you dined in. The staff is friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable of all the great dishes that is truly German. I ended up having sausages and fries with my draft fruh Kolsch beer. Congrats to the owners for another successful year in business! Danke!

Wow, so delicious! Gluten allergy friendly German spot on Market (near the Castro). Love this place…read moreso much. We sampled a few beers, schnitzel, and the sausage plate. Beers: a Bock and a Wheat Hef, both delicious and Gluten free. Schnitzel: GF, crispy and tender, served with a white sauce that was so addictive and a potato cake / scalloped potato side that was excellent. Sausage plate: choose from 6 or 7 sausages, comes with potato salad and red cabbage. Service was patient and friendly. Confortable dining room, feels like a German beer hall.

How much fun the staff is. Food was great especially the wurst!…read more They need to bring back the kase spatzle!! A big plus was being "inside" with our pup!

I love cheesesteak and finding locations that offer a meat substitute that isn't just veggies is…read morealways top of my list. Metro Caffe has two fake meat options for their sandwiches, either a Boca or a garden burger patty that's chopped up and grilled with cheese and onions! There's a few extra options to add as toppings: extra cheese, extra meat, peppers, avocado, mushrooms, etc. as well as burgers, hot dogs and a good range of sides. I decided to try the Boca burger cheesesteak sandwich while my partner got the turkey. The first thing we noticed was how amazingly soft the bread was, a big difference compared to other cheesesteak restaurants. The sandwiches also aren't huge and overfilled.... which surprisingly is what we prefer! We were able to eat everything and didn't feel like we had taken a bomb to our stomachs, which usually happens after a big cheese filled sandwich. On top of that, the sandwiches were delicious. The grilled onions were good and the cheese melted well and got into all the bits of the sandwich and meat fillings. Our food came out piping hot but not so bad that we had to wait too long before we could eat. The shop is small but there's indoor and outdoor seating and it's close to a few parks and bars that will let you bring in food. Service was quick and the workers were nice and friendly. Definitely a great replacement for the cheesesteak shops we've been losing lately, we're definitely returning!

Ruined Daughter's Birthday and Extremely Unprofessional Customer Service…read more I ordered corn dogs from Metro Cafe for my daughter's 7th birthday party, and unfortunately, more than half of my order arrived burnt. Multiple guests agreed they were overcooked, but when I reached out to the owner, Omar, he dismissed my concerns because he didn't believe they were burnt. (see photo below) Rather than trying to resolve the issue, Omar resorted to personal insults, accusing me of lying and using AI, being an entitled millennial (I'm 46 years old), and calling me cheap for requesting a bulk-order discount. At $4 per corn dog, the price was hardly cheap, while many restaurants offer a catering menu with discounts. What upset me most wasn't the money or even the burnt food, but Omar's complete lack of professionalism, accountability, and remorse for negatively impacting my daughter's birthday celebration, where she specifically asked for her favorite food, a corn dog I have tremendous respect for small businesses, especially since my own brothers own restaurants and businesses. I understand mistakes happen, but how an owner handles those mistakes speaks volumes about their character and business ethics. I would not recommend Metro Cafe, especially for important celebrations. The quality of their food and customer service is extremely poor.

I just had one of the best tasting hazy ipa it could've been a lil colder imo but still great…read more Then they didn't haggle with a remake because we had an issue w some burgers we got to go which was very nice props to Payton for handling that! They cooked the mean medium and also idk what mustard they use but I think it might be made in house! If you don't try this kitchen while you're in sf you're missing out!

This place is punk AF. I get so tired of how uptight SF people can be sometimes, I'm happy to…read morediscover Zeitgeist while on a brunch crawl lol with my friends. If you're closing out a show come here. Rock solid bar. Great vibes. 9 out of 10 would come again.

The thing about food trucks/carts is that they might move…read more Annie's Hot Dog Cart . . . please don't go, ever. Located right across the street from City Hall along with a few other excellent food trucks, Annie serves a good/basic selection of dogs and drinks. Seems a little silly, but the way that the onions are chopped - nice and small - illustrates the care with which the food is offered. The dog I had was very tasty. Service was excellent. With five trucks in that location, if I worked at City Hall, Annie's would be a perfect candidate for a weekly rotation of food truck culinary delights.

Found Annie and couldn't help but smell her freshly brewed coffee, so we had to stop by to get…read moresome. I ordered a hot white mocha and an ice white mocha, the sweetness and boldness of the coffee was perfect. Can't wait to come back and visit her again when we're in town. She's super friendly and makes super good coffee. If you see her stand make sure you stop by and visit her :)

Gotta say this pizza hits the spot late at night when you're at work! We nurses at UCSF Benioff…read moreChildren's Hospital really like the pizza here. Thin crust rocks! We like the toppings but even the plain cheese pizza is great. It's made quickly and Uber Eats delivers pretty fast. We are pleased and recommend this place.

My fault for craving salad at 3am. I ordered a large Cobb salad off of Uber Eats for $17. What I…read moregot was a SLIMY salad with corn, cheese, cucumbers, onion, thinly sliced deli ham and tomato, croutons and 1/4 hard boiled egg.....so not a Cobb salad at all. The cucumbers were soft (aka spoiled). The salad had rotten pieces in it and had a slimy texture. The dressing that you order comes in one of those Ken's dressing packages that you can get from any fast food establishment. Actually disgusting.

Surprisingly good! Ordered a fried chicken sandwich and bacon cheese burger with curly fries. It…read morewas hot and came with ketchup. Also ordered ice cream and it was still cold. My coworker said his bacon cheeseburger was great too.

We ordered from Doordash and to be honest, I think this is a place that has multiple businesses…read morerunning out of one location on 3rd Street. Google has the location popping up as 4 different businesses, the shack, all nite pizza, wing szn and the Burger Trilogy. That being said, the prices were not bad at all. For $13.99 you can get the Cheeseburger with fries. My burger was pretty good, a little messy but still pretty good. I was pretty happy with my lunch and to check out another new spot in SF.