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Top 17 Unique Restaurants in San Francisco
I noticed this blog post and wanted to point it out … Eight Tables actually has a secret entrance down an alley off Columbus & Vallejo. That one is definitely on my own list of planned adventures.
San Francisco was always known for sourdough bread, clam chowder and of course Ghiradelli chocolate! These days it is one of the hottest food destinations in the world, championing new trends and trialling new concepts. I have decided to take a broad definition of the word restaurant and to include a mix of kitsch and cutting edge – I do love a silly eating experience as much as a fancy one. Here is my guide to the Unique Restaurants in San Francisco you must visit – from the classics to the latest!
The Meatball Bar formalizes meatball consumption – which means table service! It’s all about handmade meatball extravaganzas from lamb to chicken to vegetarian and sauces from truffle fondue to Korean. The first Meatball Bar opened in the Financial District in May 2017 and a new branch opens in Hayes Valley in February 2018.
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This was one of my favourite meals last year! This lovely relaxed restaurant is located on Fillimore street and specializes in doing innovative things with local ingredients. The menu changes regularly and is designed to be shared – with lovely wines! The night I went we enjoyed everything from dumplings to filet mignon. This has to be one of the best places to eat in San Francisco.
An Indian restaurant is not particularly unique. However, Indian brunch is new to me! The menu features coconut and date pancakes, French toast with cardamom and cinnamon and chicken and waffles.
A bar and restaurant themed around mezcal with mezcal-focused cocktails plus pork belly benedict with corn hollandaise, gouda burgers, taco Tuesday and a generally Mexican themed menu.
When have you read about a great restaurant recommendation that is at an airport? Exactly! Well, four of San Francisco’s favourite chefs Pim Techamuanvivit of Kin Khao, Elisabeth Prueitt and Chad Robertson of Tartine, and Gabriela Cámara of Cala—have joined forces to change that! On offer will be tacos and breakfast Tortas, great Thai and morning buns and seasonal tarts from Tartine’s. Coming Soon.
This new opening in Chinatown is based on Si Fang Cai or private chateau cuisine of the Chinese elite. That means a 10-course tasting menu that starts after you cross a gold-threaded welcome mat into a private elevator and are whisked up to your own private club!
For one of the most fun places to eat in San Francisco head to Dumpling Time. You can watch cooks prefer the dumplings in front of you. Make sure you order the King-Dum – the largest soup dumpling you have seen in some time that comes with a straw. Noodle ingredients included everything from roasted pork belly to peanut butter. There are also noodles on offer if you are a complete freak and don’t like dumplings (does anyone not like dumplings??). These dumplings are a must eat in San Francisco.
Foreign Cinema combines amazing locally sourced food with classic films. This restaurant is very much known for its food – particularly its fried chicken. They have an art gallery and a VIP lounge.
Who hasn’t wanted a fantastic dining experience pre or post-playing mini golf? And wouldn’t it be better if you could play mini golf to say 11pm or midnight indoor? Well, Urban Putt heard about these desires and combined food and mini golf. They have two restaurants – one for bites and one for some great California eating that goes far beyond the usual putt putt kiosk. And have a drink at the Copper Bar first featuring many exciting craft brews.
This seafood restaurant with an extensive raw bar has been in Union Square for over 20 years. In addition to providing fantastic seafood cooked and raw, it is also known for its Jellyfish Bar. This bar has been themed to make you feel like, well, you are under the sea. Most fabulous are the Jellyfish chandeliers – closely followed by the octopus stools.
From under the sea to the carnival! This restaurant is themed carnival style and even has a tilt and whirl booth. Like many of the other “themed” restaurants in this article, this restaurant is also known for its food – particularly its doughnut hamburger and fried chicken waffle. Not for those looking for a lower calorie eating experience!
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The Tonga room features a 75m swimming pool in the middle of the restaurant. This San Francisco classic is located in the Fairmont Hotel. The menu is heavy on Asian fusion and brings in some exotic references such as Tahiti. Best of all they a “thunderstorm” occurs every 40 minutes!
If you are looking for fun places to eat in San Francisco look no further! The Asia SF restaurant is fully staffed by fabulous transgender ladies. Not only do these lovely ladies serve you food and drinks they also perform hourly on the Red Dragon Runway Bar! Dinner shows happen nightly and the food has a good reputation. When it comes to unique restaurants in San Francisco Asia SF fits the bill!
I visited Myanmar/Burma a few years ago and fell in love with the food. I became particularly obsessed with their salads. The dressings feature a unique mix of sour and sweet flavours that take a tomato and particularly aubergine salads to a whole new level. However, there are very few good Burmese restaurants around – they tend to be more casual.
I had to include Burma Superstar in this article as I know this is difficult to find cuisine! The menu is classic Burmese and best sampled shared.
Forage SF is both a restaurant, Wild Kitchen, and an experience. You can choose to do one of their amazing food-foraging classes and get involved in farm to table first hand – from urban sea foraging to wild food walks. If you are too hungry to forage yourself Wild Kitchen is a roving underground supper club that brings 100 diners together for an 8-course meal.
This super cute little wine Bar was virtually next door to the Hotel G, my boutique hotel of choice on my last visit to San Francisco. It features an extensive menu of wine flights. I love wine flights! From Mission Impossible (featuring the mission grape) to Faux Bordeaux it is going to be a big night when you hit Eno. They also serve wine, cheese and chocolate from local providers that constantly varies based on what is in season – which just allowed me to classify this as a restaurant as you can have the equivalent of a meal here!
I have saved the best to last! I completely fell in love with the Ferry Building on my last visit to San Francisco. It is artisanal food heaven – if that is such a thing! Multiple foods and wine providers are in one place – from stalls to full-on restaurants. There is a fantastic outdoor seating area as well. I went on a San Francisco food tour that covered the Ferry Building and then went back again the next day!
Everywhere here is good – from the amazing Acme bread (favourite of local restaurants) to Blue Bottle Coffee (you’ll know when you have found it from the queue). Frog Hollow Farm has fantastic local produce and does a great brunch. Fantastic Vietnamese is on offer at The Slanted Door – and I love the name of its takeaway area – Out the Door!
The highlight for me was the Cowgirl Creamery. Firstly – great name! Secondly wow cheese heaven!!! Then there is the menu – cheese toasties, grilled cheese of the day, Macaroni & Cheese – really it covers every cheese base! Cowgirl Creamery cheese is a must eat in San Francisco.
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1st Annual Summer Movie Morning at the Balboa Theater – June 9 at 10am
Please join us for the movie Disney’s Coco at the historic Balboa Theater, courtesy of Jennifer Rosdail Real Estate Sales. We will be there with popcorn and drinks and want to share this wonderful movie with you – on US!
The doors will open at 10 and the movie will start at 10:30 sharp!
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One Daniel Burnham Court, Residence 1512,
San Francisco California
>Offered at $848,000
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Saturday, June 2nd 2:00pm-4:00pm Sunday, June 3rd 2:00pm-4:00pm Monday, June 4th 5:30pm-6:30pm Tuesday, June 5th 9:30am-11:00am Offers, if any, will be reviewed on Thursday, June 7th at 12:00pm.
- 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Condo
- Over 2000 Square Feet of Private Interior and Outdoor Space (per graphic artist)
- 270 Degree Views of the City From Two Huge Roof Terraces
- Kitchen and Bath Remodeled in 2005 and Refreshed in 2018.
- New Wide-Plank White Oak Floors
- New Stainless LG appliances
- Perfect for pets – the terraces are bigger than many SF yards
- In-Unit Washer & Dryer
- Monthly HOA Dues: $650
- 726 Interior Sq. Feet per graphic artist
- 1353 Sq. Feet of private roof terrace per graphic artist
- One car deeded parking
- Year Built: 1987
- Walkscore: 98; Transitscore: 100
This home evokes the mythical – Lois Lane being courted by Superman; Greek gods watching over humanity from Mount Olympus; or that elusive, completely private, center of the universe condo you have been seeking.
One Daniel Burnham Court, residence 1512 is like no other in the building. It is a 726 sq. foot stylish and refreshed one bedroom condo surrounded by 1353 square feet (per graphic artist) of outdoor living space with 270 degree East, North and West views of the one and only San Francisco skyline. It is amazing, private, serene and one of a kind.
Floor to ceiling windows and sliding glass doors welcome light and views indoors. The unit has been refreshed with new wide plank white oak floors, new stainless LG appliances, fresh paint and designer lighting. A convenient, stackable washer dryer is concealed in a kitchen closet. There is deeded parking for one car.
This home is perfect for a sophisticated buyer who wants a 1st home or a pied-à-terre. This unit would be ideal for any health care professional affiliated with the new Sutter hospital to be completed in early 2019 – literally next door (but not visible from the unit). There could be no better place to spend a long night on-call or relax after a stressful shift. With a 98 WalkScore, and a 100 TransitScore, this home is also within easy reach to literally everything that makes it worth living in San Francisco: the Davies Symphony Hall, the War Memorial Opera House, the Asian Art Museum, the Main San Francisco Library,Fillmore Street and the Japan Center, Polk Street, movie theaters, Hayes Valley, the Jazz Center, Union Square, and theFinancial District … and more. Quick access to freeways south and north are a given in this location.
One Daniel Burnham Court was built in 1987 and is a visionary project with offices conveniently located in the lower floors and elegant residences above in this full-service complex. It is the kind of development that San Francisco has few of – they are more common in Chicago, New York, and other big cities world-wide. It is perfect for a professional who desires the ultimate convenience, security, and comfort. The building features excellent on-site management, 24-hour security/front desk, underground parking, a beautiful rooftop pool/hot tub, and a fully equipped gym with locker rooms and a sauna.
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Sold for $2,351,000
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San Francisco Real Estate Market Update: May 2018
April’s single family homes market in San Francisco was more of the same so far in 2018: fewer new listings and sales, and rising interest rates and sold prices. The rolling three-month median sold price for homes was up 25% over the same period last year. Condo/loft/TIC prices are also up, by 4.8%, outpacing the 3.6% Consumer Price Index rise for San Francisco.
Interest rates currently stand at approximately 4.5%, a 0.5% increase since December. So far, higher rates do not appear to have had a big impact on the market.
Single Family Homes:
The three-month rolling average median sales price of $1,679,167 is up 25% over last year’s.
Year-to-date, new listings are down 6.6% while sales are up 02.2%.
April’s inventory of 1.6 months is 30% lower than in 2017.
78% of homes sold over their list price and the median percent of list price received was 118% in April.
Condo/Loft/TIC’s:
The three-month rolling average median sales price of $1,195,167 is up 4.8% over last year’s.
Year-to-date, new listings are down 1.9% while sales were up 9.8%.
April’s inventory of 1.9 months is 30% lower than in 2017.
70% of homes sold over their list price and the median percent of list price received was 106% in April.
San Francisco Real Estate Market Update: April 2018
In spite of very rainy, wet weather, San Francisco buyers were buying in March, both single family homes and condominiums. The median sold price for homes eased off just a bit, from $1,700,000 to $1,687,500, while condos jumped from $1,094,000 to $1,250,000.
Likewise, the median sold price per square foot for a single family home eased off February’s record high and it was the condominium median sold price per square foot that hit a new high – $1,145.
Single Family Homes:
The three-month rolling average median sales price of $1,572,500 is up 21% over last year’s.
Year-to-date, new listings are down 11% while sales are up 0.26%.
March’s inventory of 1.5 months is 28% lower than in 2017.
79% of homes sold over their list price and the median percent of list price received was 117% in March.
Condo/Loft/TIC’s:
The three-month rolling average median sales price of $1,131,333 is up 2.2% over last year’s.
Year-to-date, new listings are down 6.9% while sales were up 4.8%.
March’s inventory of 1.9 months is 30% lower than in 2017.
59% of homes sold over their list price and the median percent of list price received was 102% in March.
10 Perfect Mother’s Day Hikes
SF Parks alliance just tweeted about this great list of walks in our cities parks. I can’t wait to try them out!
1. Moraga Tiled Steps to Grand View Park
(Photo by Duncan Calvert)
This secluded Sunset district gem takes you up 163 stunning mosaic tiled steps from 16th Avenue to Grand View Park, created by over 300 community members in 2005. Upon arrival to the top, you’re rewarded with a view of the last strip of Sunset houses on the beach to the west, Mt. Diablo to the east, and Mt. Tam to the north – Karl (the Fog) permitting. Find hike >
Distance: 1/2 mile loop
2. McLaren Park’s Philosopher’s Trail Loop
(photo by EJB)
San Francisco’s second largest park has been experiencing a renaissance over the past few years, resulting in spectacular activities and trails like Philosopher’s Way – born 2013. This trail loops you around the perimeter of the park, leading you through beautiful vistas of the Bay, eucalyptus and cypress groves, and sunny meadows. Dog friendly! Find hike >
Distance: 2.7 miles
3. Filbert Steps
(Photo by Stephan Ango)
Ground zero for the wonderfully eclectic Parrots of Telegraph Hill, this steep stroll offers amazing views with a great cardio workout! On your way up to Coit Tower, find lush gardens in nooks and crannies along the way, see the Humphrey Bogart cutout on the art deco Malloch Building, and take in the rest of the stunning views. And keep an eye out for the parrots! Find hike >
Distance Steps: 1/5 mile loop
4. Creeks to Peaks: Glen Canyon Park to Twin Peaks Summit
(Photo by Hira Zahir)
These two park treasures were recently connected by an extended green beltway to create one of the best urban hiking experiences in SF! As you make your way through Glen Canyon Park keep an eye out for Redhawks, owls, banana slugs, as well as the the only publicly accessible creek in San Francisco. Once you reach Twin Peaks summit, take in one of the most rewarding views in the Bay! Find hike >
Distance: 1.8 miles
5. Lands End
(Photo by Inna Markosvka)
An old time San Francisco favorite. Check out Sutro Baths, the infamous rock labyrinth, and 1.5 miles of Golden Gate Bridge views. After the hike, head up to Legion of Honor or continue onward to Ocean Beach!Find hike >
Distance: 3.5 mile loop
6. Heron’s Head Hike
(Photo Hannah Russel-Goodson)
The beauty of the Blue Greenway (13 miles of forthcoming parkway from Candlestick Point to AT&T Park) is at its best at Heron’s Head Park. This short and sweet trail on the southeastern waterfront offers a bay front experience perfect for observing the more than 100 species of birds in the area. The site is also home to the EcoCenter, an environmental education center. Find hike >
Distance: 1.5 mile loop
7. Bernal Hill
(Photo by Dakota Dorn)
One of the biggest off-leash areas in San Francisco, Bernal Hill includes a 360 panorama view of the city, great for sight seeing the Golden Gate Bridge, downtown, the San Bruno Mountains, and watching Twin Peaks succumb to the afternoon fog. Don’t forget to check out the new swing atop the summit! Find hike >
Distance: 1 mile loop
8. Mt. Sutro Loop
(Photo by Dennis Belogorsky)
Hard work from our park partner Sutro Stewards has revived this glorious San Francisco forest, with multiple trails that take you up and around the Eucalyptus mountain. Hear over 45 species of bird chirping, pass the spring wildflowers, and find the unique wood sculptures along the way. On a foggy day you can walk through the clouds. Find hike >
Distance: 2 mile loop
9. Batteries to Bluffs
(Photo by Ray Bouknight)
A go-to hike for those new to San Francisco, this Presidio bayside hike offers unrivaled views with plenty of history along the way. As you stroll up and down the stairs on the the edge of the Pacific, stop by Baker and Marshall’s Beach, learn about the abandoned gun batteries, and take in an up close and personal view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands. Find hike >
Distance: 2.3 mile loop
10. Mission Creek Trails
(Photo by Jes Muse)
This peaceful stroll is a gem on the north side of the Blue Greenway and is sure to receive more traffic with the forthcoming Warriors Arena. Find the fun boathouses and paddle boarders as you hike along the hidden creekside paths. Find hike >
Distance: 1 mile
