MotoJava
Neighborhood: SOMA

498 9th St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Ahnui Y. writes: I went there for my first time last week after a jaunt to B.B.& Beyond to buy a new dishrack. The espresso is fucking balls rocks up! The girl who makes it is cute.

Lost Art Salon
Neighborhood: Mission

245 South Van Ness Avenue
Suite 303
San Francisco, CA 94101

Toro E. writes: Never, and I mean NEVER, would I have found this outstanding art gallery if not for Yelp.  When the guy asked, 'So, how did you hear about us?'  I proudly told him, I read about it on Yelp.  

Before getting there, my initial fear was: would I be…

Urban Eyes Optometry
Neighborhood: Castro

2253 Market Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

Kristina R. writes: I am in love with my new optometrist at Urban Eyes.  LOVE HIM.   I am a smitten kitten.

Dr. Lawrence is a very handsome, good-natured boy who looks about mid to late twenties and talks with a gentle humor that puts me to ease immediately.  

When I met…

Courtney Produce II
Neighborhood: Castro

101 Castro Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

Ravena F. writes: All you downtown working folks don't know how good you have it with all your lunch options.  Working at the hospital on Castro & Divisidero, I have precisely 30 minutes for lunch, so I don't exactly have time to go shlepping down even to the Castro.…

Dara Roberts Hair Design
Neighborhood: Union Square

760 Market Street
Suite 401-8
San Francisco, CA 94102

A J. writes: For causing mass hysteria.

Cole Garage
Neighborhood: Cole Valley

930 Cole St
San Francisco, CA 94117

jen f. writes: the good folk at Cole Garage will straight up tell you that you would be an idiot to make the repairs on your over-a-decade-old, shoddy motor, beat up ugly chevy cavalier.

the diff is that if i had taken my hunk-o-junk to some random garage near my…

Marco Polo Italian Ice Cream
Neighborhood: Parkside

1447 Taraval Street
San Francisco, CA 94116

donna h. writes: Marco....

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Circus Center San Francisco
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

755 Frederick St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Vikram A. writes: I've come here a couple times for their various shows and each time, I can't believe how amazing the performances are. I want to go out and immediately sign up for clown school just so that I can go out and play with the rest of them.

Heinold's First and Last Chance Bar
Neighborhood: Jack London Square

48 Webster St
Oakland, CA 94607

laura b. writes: Any visit to the SF Bay Area hasn't begun or ended until you've been to Heinold's First & Last Chance.  Fuck the Golden Gate Bridge, screw Coit Tower, and the Marin Headlands can blow me.  Hey Alcatraz, your mom shoulda had an abortion!  You ain't…

Fort Funston

500 Skyline Blvd
Skyline Blvd & John Muir Dr
San Francisco, CA 94131

Suzanne A. writes: Yogi the chihuahua was invited to ft. "fun"ston today for his girlfriend Roxie the Doxie's birthday/adoption day, and i don't know who had more fun - him or me.  

first of all, it was a GORGEOUS day, beautiful clouds, a few rain drops but not enough…

Palace of Fine Arts

3301 Lyon Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

jay h. writes: I'm not very girly.

I watch football, chug beer, play soccer, hate shopping, don't want to give birth, don't own anything with a bow or flower on it, hate the color pink, can change my own tire, lift heavy objects, play poker, drink whiskey, I never…

San Francisco Ballet
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley, Civic Center/Tenderloin

455 Franklin St
San Francisco, CA 94102

David D. writes: Saturday night at the ballet is a transcendental experience.  

People still dress up to watch the ballet.  This is one of the few places in San Francisco where everyone I see is smoking hot.  My lover and I like to make up little stories about the…

Pioneer Renewer

4501 18th St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Laura B. writes: The Pioneer Renewer proved truly a rewarding steward of my super new too-small shoes. The BCBG fee for these cute boots was obtuse, and those floozies refused return despite my shmoozy ruses, boohoo, this is abuse! (read my review) I thought all lost…

The Brown Twins

All Dressed Up
San Francisco, CA 94101

Gourmet G. writes: As noted by Kevin, their names are Marian and Vivian Brown, they probably arrived in town during the Gold Rush era, and they're as famous a city sight as the Golden Gate Bridge. I've met them several times, and they're as sweet and gracious as can…

Grand Lake Theatre
Neighborhood: Grand Lake, Lower Hills

3200 Grand Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

megan w. writes: Historic Preservation is a difficult vocation, because it's not widely understood, mildly socialist, and has fairly subjective standards. Luckily I, also, am widely misunderstood, mildly socialist, and have an ethical sliding scale, so we are perfect…

Adventure Cat Sailing Charter

Pier 39, Dock J
San Francisco, CA 94114

Stanley K. writes: .                                            {  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ }
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San Francisco Department of Animal Care & Control
Neighborhood: Mission

1200 15th St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Josua P. writes: My fucking cat escaped last week. I'm pretty sure she's been planning it for some time now because the only way out was to take a SERIOUS leap out the window. Well, the little fucker made it. Who knew?

We immediately called Animal Care and Control…

Berkeley Horticultural Nursery
Neighborhood: North Berkeley

1310 McGee Ave
Berkeley, CA 94703

vivian c. writes: Note to readers:  This is more information than you need to know about me, but damn it, I have a story to tell and I am going to tell it.  Also, this review is useless except for this point:  If you are looking for something to plant, this is the…

Lyon Street Steps

Lyon Street & Green Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

laura b. writes: I used to walk these stairs on the regular.  i was skinnier then.  that was cool.  the only way to get my less fat ass up and down these stairs is by listening to hard core rap music because not only do i really, really want to be black but also,…

Fort Point

The Presidio
Long Ave and Marine Dr
San Francisco, CA 94129

Robin Z. writes: Surf Frisco? Sure, just as long as you say "San Francisco" and not "Frisco".

You could get your ass kicked for doing that around here. Forget being an OT (out-of-towner) surfing their local spot, don't you EVER say "Frisco!"

When the Federal armies…

St George Spirits - Hangar One

2601 Monarch St.
at Alameda Point
Alameda, CA 94501

Rachel R. writes: Lou"cifer" our tour guide gave us the history of absinthe.  He debunked the myths of its hallucinatory properties and told us of the ups and downs of St. George getting a bottle label approved through a US regulatory agency.  Apparently a monkey…

Jeremy Stoppelman, Russ Simmons, Nish Nadaraja & Bob Goodson

San Francisco, CA 94102

Kristina R. writes: Snap, Crackle and Pop!

The Phoenix Pastificio

1250 Addison St
Berkeley, CA 94709

Suzanne F. writes: It seems my sandwich-making capabilities are falling under direct scrutiny from the discerning eye of an individual I know only as "Warren". Apparently said individual is a fourth grade boy at my sons' school who feels it is his duty and…

Eye Carumba Optometry
Neighborhood: Financial District

4 Embarcadero Ctr
Lobby Level
San Francisco, CA 94111

mnypny b. writes: I went to see Dr. Valdez earlier this month for a very efficient and thorough exam. I had the lenses in my sunglasses replaced, and while VSP labs kinda messed up, everyone at Eye Carumba was extremely helpful and kept me informed of the status of my…

Art's Automotive

2871 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702

Rocco B. writes: I could have kissed Art on the way out.

Based on a recommendation from Matt H, I took my car in to Art's auto for a bum transmission.  At first I was a little annoyed because I called on Monday, and they told me they couldn't see me till Thursday.…

Eyeworks of San Mateo, Dr Gary Lai & Dr Sharon Ho

214 S B St
San Mateo, CA 94401

susan o. writes: i can't say enough good things about him and his office. where to begin? he is incredibly knowledgeable, personable and really takes the time to discuss things with you thoroughly. the second time i walked into the office, Dr. Lai greeted me by name.…

Nike Women's Marathon

San Francisco, CA 94101

nicole c. writes: OK, this is another for the LADIES!! (kinda) This is by far the best race I've run....actually FUN! Last Fall was the inaugural Nike's Women's Half & Full Marathon in San Francisco. It's positioned as a women's event, but men are also welcome. As a…

Nancy Boy
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

347 Hayes St
San Francisco, CA 94102

megan w. writes: I can't stand synthetic crap. I don't buy body products at Walgreens, I don't eat food made by ConAgra, and movies like "Bring It On" make me throw up a little in my mouth, in much the same way that plastic furniture does.

There are certain places…

Stern Grove Free Summer Concerts

19th Ave at Sloat
San Francisco, CA 94101

Cassio P. writes: So thanks to free-floating idiocy, I arrive totally late for the Seu Jorge show. All of my green-and-yellow-clad countrymen and women are already heading out, talking about how awesome the show was, just to annoy me. JUST TO ANNOY ME.

But there's…

Under One Roof
Neighborhood: Castro

518 Castro St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Derek H. writes: This place was a little random! they have all kinds of things here from zombie play sets to candle holders and even my favorite "I HATE BUSH" pins! i guess you would call this a knickknack store.  i actually had fun at this store. i saw two of the…

Mill Valley Market

12 Corte Madera Ave
Mill Valley, CA 94941

heather g. writes: So, I bought some batteries here the other day.... get your minds out of the gutter... it was for the camera... sheesh...

but they had a sign that said they'd give a 5 cent refund if you brought your own re-usable bag... sounds pretty cool huh!?

Well,…

John Girlando, DC
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2305 Van Ness Avenue
Suite B
San Francisco, CA 94109

Wendy K. writes: Do you wanna feel better? WELL DO YOU? HUH? DO YOU?! Then go to this guy - he is a

P R O F E S S I O N A L.  

My former chiropractor is also my ex-fiance's cousin.  It was hard to continue going to him when she and I broke up, but I persevered…

Liz Dulcich Skin Care
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2458 Chestnut Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Liz G. writes: Warning: This review is all about pubes, real or imagined. Sorry, Mom.

A week or so ago I decided to switch from shaving to waxing. I woke up, thought about pubes for a minute, and realized that shaving is simply not very effective. The hair that does…

Amazon.com

San Francisco, CA 94101

sandy t. writes: Amazon is my best friend.
I'm also a Amazon elitist snob because I'm a PRIME member.

Vintage Berkeley
Neighborhood: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

2113 Vine Street
Berkeley, CA 94709

Holly F. writes: Short story. I don't know too much about wine, but I'm learning...

A wine connoiseur- customer let me have a taste of some of his fucking awesome riesling... weeks later I was thinking about that riesling...

Went to Vintage Berkeley hoping to find…

Twin Peaks

501 Twin Peaks Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94114

Janney B. writes: I almost got killed tonight by a matching pillow-top mattress and box-spring set.

On my realistic quest to look like a Victoria's Secret Model by Summer Swimsuit Season, I hiked two miles this morning and then decided to leave my office (near the…

JetBlue at the Oakland Airport

1 Airport Drive
Oakland, CA 94621

Princess Buttercup C. writes: Someone very special once showed me the true meaning of empathy here.  And I don't even remember his name.

One day, I got a call that shocked me to my core.  It was my brother telling me that my father had died in his sleep.  The paramedics were still…

Cooks Boulevard
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

1309 Castro Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

megan w. writes: Having recently been recognized for my latent vegan baking talents by a collection of highly credentialed experts, I have taken up vegan baking as a hobby. And by "hobby" I mean drinking wine in laura b's kitchen and getting in her way while she…

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The Whole Freaking Planet
San Francisco, CA 94101

Bob H. writes: Google Maps is to all other map sites what 7-Up claimed to be compared to other sodas: Crisp and clean (yes, and no caffeine -- so I get that part would apply to all map sites).  I've used Mapquest and Yahoo Maps, and I actually thought they were…