Not For Tourists - Not for tourists guide to San Francisco 2014

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Printed in China ISBN# 978-1-62636-055-6 $18.95 eISBN# 978-1-62873-586-4 ISSN 2163-9140 Copyright 2014 by Not For Tourists, Inc. 11th Edition Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this book is as up-to-date as possible at press time. However, many details are liable to changeas we have learned. Not For Tourists cannot accept responsibility for any consequences arising from the use of this book. Not For Tourists does not solicit individuals, organizations, or businesses for listings inclusion in our guides, nor do we accept payment for inclusion into the editorial portion of our book; the advertising sections, however, are exempt from this policy. notfortourists.com for appropriate contact information. notfortourists.com for appropriate contact information.

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Skyhorse and Skyhorse Publishing are registered trademarks of Skyhorse Publishing, Inc., a Delaware corporation. www.skyhorsepublishing.com 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Dear NFT User, No doubt about it: the last couple of years have been huge for San Francisco! Locals gave up plastic bags and Happy Meals, the city hosted the Americas Cup, the Giants won two World Series championships in three years, and the 49ers made it back to the Super Bowl. We maintained a relatively stable economy despite the countrys sagging numbers. Given that our economy broke down in the compost heap long before the rest of the country caught up, this year we came out swinging. Always on the cutting edge, thats our City by the Bay. The weakened, struggling economy did have some positive effect on SF, as rent has actually gone down in the first time since forever.

Somehow it became too uncomfortable for speculator types looking to exploit the brain-shaped citys wealth of ideas. No gold here, boys! Better strike it somewhere else. Still, some people just couldnt stay away. The founder of Facebook (maybe youve heard of him?), took up residence in the Mission District. Once a hipster, always a hipster! Dont get us wrong. We at NFT love the city in its entirety: hipsters, techies, surfers, Beats.

We know where the gold is, we invite you to look no further: its in your hands. Thats right: on pages 1518 we reveal the location of a fairly large amount of gold. Its up to you to decode our complex language of map symbols, words, and page numbers. While youre working on that, check out the rest of the book for the latest in listings, maps, tips, and all-around expert NFT guidance. Weve got our team of local writers and foragers-about-town back to let you know whats going on, and where its happeningall in a compact, slick volume thats easy to check when youre going from place to place. Speaking of keeping things mobile, weve launched an award-winning series of city-by-city iPhone apps, crammed with thousands of listings.

With geo-location to tell you everything you need to know about wherever you are, its the newest way to get up-to-the-minute tips, each and every minute youre on the go. And if youre into posting, tweeting, and friending, you can seek us out there, too. When the fog is thick, were here to help you find your way Jane, Scott, Barbara, et al. Flanked by the Presidio to the west and the Bay to the north, this neighborhood has some of the best sea-level strolling and views in the city, particularly from Marina Boulevard along the shore of Marina Green. Main drags Chestnut Street and Union Street offer shopping and a mix of bars and restaurants. Landmarks Marina Green Marina Blvd btwn Scott St & Webster St Fly a kite with the Golden Gate in the background. Palace of Fine Arts Theatre 3301 Lyon St 415-567-6642 Designed for the 1915 Worlds Fair by Bernard Maybeck, the Roman ruins grandeur is strikingly beautiful. The Wave Organ Yacht Rd Trippy ocean-powered musical instrument. Bars Bin 38 3232 Scott St 415-567-3838 Comfy new wine bar. The Final Final 2990 Baker St 415-931-7800 Sports bar of the beaten path. Liverpool Lils 2942 Lyon St415-921-6664 Quiet, comfy little pub tucked away by the Presidio. NFT fave. Marina Lounge 2138 Chestnut St 415-922-1475 Marina dive. Nectar Wine Lounge 3330 Steiner St 415-345-1377 Stylish wine bar. Nectar Wine Lounge 3330 Steiner St 415-345-1377 Stylish wine bar.

Flights and small bites. Restaurants A16 2355 Chestnut St 415-771-2216 $$$$ Rustic Italian, great pizzas, vintage foosball table. Nice wines. Ace Wasabis Rock and Roll Sushi 3339 Steiner St 415-567-4903 $$$$ Lively sushi bar. Bingo at 6:30. Baker Street Bistro 2953 Baker St 415-931-1475 $$$ Casual, quaint, French. Barneys Gourmet Hamburgers 3344 Steiner St 415-563-0307 $$ Good burgers. Barneys Gourmet Hamburgers 3344 Steiner St 415-563-0307 $$ Good burgers.

Take the kids. Bistro Aix 3340 Steiner St 415-202-0100 $$$$ Mediterranean- and French-inspired bistro with a cozy heated patio. Blue Barn 2105 Chestnut St 415-441-3232 $$ Cozy spot with carefully-sourced salads and sandwiches, popular but pricey. Circa 2001 Chestnut St 415-351-0175 $$$ Popular, LOUD bar and grill. Dragon Well 2142 Chestnut St 415-474-6888 $$$ Cheap modern Chinese. The Grove 2250 Chestnut St 415-474-4843 $$ Cozy, laptop-friendly caf. Home Plate 2274 Lombard St 415-922-4663 $ Complimentary scones. Home Plate 2274 Lombard St 415-922-4663 $ Complimentary scones.

The only Marina freebie. International House of Pancakes 2299 Lombard St 415-921-4004 $$ Where else can you get pancakes and eggs at 3am? Isa 3324 Steiner St 415-567-9588 $$$$$ Excellent small plates and charming heated patio. Izzys Steak and Chops 3345 Steiner St 415-563-0487 $$$$ Casual steakhouse. Dont miss the creamed spinach and Izzys potatoes. Liverpool Lils 2942 Lyon St 415-921-6664 $$ Quiet, comfy little pub tucked away by the Presidio. Mamacita 2317 Chestnut St 415-346-8494 $$ Mexican for the trendy set.

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