Saigon Seafood Harbor Restaurant

3150 Pierce Street
Richmond, CA 94875

Jane K. writes: There are so many reasons why this place is always packed. The most important reason for its popularity is the real specialty Chinese food including an array of exotic live fish and truly the best and most inventive dim sum I have had in the Bay…

Palio d'Asti
Neighborhood: Financial District

640 Sacramento St
San Francisco, CA 94111

Ed U. writes: I have to admit I have a mental bloc about this place...and it's because I always associate it with WORK. I don't think I've ever been here without a colleague. Granted, sometimes I like the colleague, and even rarer, the colleague likes me. But I…

Monaghan's
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

3259 Pierce Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

maria d. writes: This bar has a motherfuckin' Ladies Night!? Hilarious.

Stopped in here some day time drinking after my pitiful excuse for lunch at Grove and sat far away from the screaming woo people by the giant window, next to my people: the nerd with the laptop…

The Purple Onion
Neighborhood: Financial District

140 Columbus Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94133

Liza B. writes: what a cool club ~ how come I've never been here and I'm a SF Bay Area native?

it's got history (Phyllis Diller, Struther's Bros., Kingston Trio and the rest), and it's a nice space - underground, small and intimate. The 70's vibe made me feel like I…

Club One
Neighborhood: SOMA

350 3rd Street
Yerba Buena
San Francisco, CA 94107

Adam W. writes: The foulest stench is in the air
The funk of forty thousand years
And grizzly ghouls from every tomb
Are closing in to seal your doom

And though your nose fights to stay alive
Your body starts to shiver
For no mere mortal can resist
The evil of the men's…

Bibliohead Bookstore
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

334 Gough Street
San Francisco, CA 94102

Ed to the M. writes: I never had a diary when I was younger, because a) I am not a girl and b) despite what you call "evidence" to the contrary and what I call my "quirkiness", I am not a homosexual, closeted or otherwise.  I know, I know, and I ask myself everyday, "WHY…

World Ground Cafe

308 Jackson St
Ste 4
Oakland, CA 94607

Holly F. writes: Update 6/04/07: Wonderful paninis and salads, all around. A place to eat delicious food and sit comfortably, and enjoy a nice atmosphere.

And they DO take phone orders.

And I am dramatic, and not hated :*)

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Sheng Kee Bakery
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

1941 Irving Street
San Francisco, CA 94122

m A n I k. writes: i have a confession:
i adore Sheng Kee's buns.
there's just no resisting
the sweet coconut ones.

they're so cute and pudgy
with deep golden sheen,
yellow coconut paste
and tan sesame seeds.

i could have selected
any other delight,
but nothing…

Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve

E/S of Skyline Blvd near Snake Rd
Oakland, CA 94620

Jeff D. writes: I live on the ridge above this park and am a huge fan of its hidden charms.  I can walk out my front door and be on trail in three minutes!  The park's trails intersect with the Pacific Coast trail, so you can start or end at Huckleberry and walk for…

Tigges Jewelers
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

5848 Geary Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94121

Patrick A. writes: There are two things the Italians have perfected: Opera & fixing watches.  I'm not going to tell you which of the two was on display at Tigges when I went in the other day but it was artistry.

Dee Vine Wines
Neighborhood: Embarcadero

Pier 19
San Francisco, CA 94111

A J. writes: me = kid

DVW = candy store

The Cinch
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1723 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109

Darin I. writes: EDIT: I wrote this review before I heard that Heath Ledger tragically died.  Out of respect, all references to Brokeback Mountain and Heath Ledger have been removed.

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I'm telling you, gay men are the BEST mimics!

Just look at the bars and clubs…

Taste of the Himalayas
Neighborhood: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

1700 Shattuck Avenue
Suite A
Berkeley, CA 94709

Elise F. writes: Awhile back, my faith in Indian food had been shattered by a poorly kept lunch buffet. My digestive system and I had a fierce battle that dark day in January, and I was on the losing end.

Taste of the Himalayas has redeemed Indian food for me, while…

Cafe Macaroni
Neighborhood: Financial District

124 Columbus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133

Kristina R. writes: Knowing Yelpers, I ate before I went to the event at Scott Howard, which is located near Macaroni.  Sure, the event invitation promised delicious delectables, but I KNOW BETTER.  You Yelpers are vultures, I say!  ANIMALS!  

Trust me on this one.…

Barry For Pets
Neighborhood: Japantown, Pacific Heights

1840 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

Audrey T. writes: So my parents recently got a new puppy.  I think as part of  ploy to get me to visit more often.  And yes, it's working.   ( See that cute little smoosh nosed, grumpy yet prideful looking wad of wrinkles in my profile photos?  That is Jumbo Jack.…

Yummy Guide
Neighborhood: Oakland Chinatown

358 11th street
Oakland, CA 94610

msbeesknees x. writes: JT F and i simply stumbled upon this HK-style "cafe" whilst wandering oakland's chinatown aimlessly... just two bedraggled honky hobos in search of food to fill our bellies.

a quick scan of the storefront's layout inside, illuminated by bright…

The Hearth
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

4701 Geary Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94118

Starla D. writes: Five stars for my friend Nancy's now ex-boyfriend flirting with the bartenderess, playing the crappiest songs on the jukebox, a being a general tool.
The bar obviously did her a favor.

Five stars for the owner, Ray, who is a really nice guy.  And Texi,…

JT Nails
Neighborhood: Japantown, Pacific Heights

1848 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94115

Mark G. writes: I never got a MAN-icure until I moved to SF and made 700 million selling my brilliant online greeting card dotcom to Excite@ home (which later resold the dog for 40 million - haha, screw you Excite!) and decided that with my newly found riches I…

O'Reilly's Holy Grail
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1233 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109

Starla D. writes: I am sad I didn't make out with the giant Guinness with arms and legs.
He was big and dark with nice head.  Totally my type.
I'm shy.  And Stella kept distracting me, and I kept having to pee.

The bathrooms are very nice here.

(this review will most…

Dog Gone Good!

San Francisco, CA 94101

Jeremy S. writes: My puppy and I are currently taking Mike Wombacher's puppy socialization class and it has been very helpful. I also have Mike's book which is great, but sometimes its hard to get the nuances down just right. That is where the hands on help really…

Pizzaiolo
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Temescal

5008 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94609

Lainie L. writes: Chez Panisse alum.

Whenever I see that in a review or article about a restaurant I wonder what that means.  Did they work there for a year, 10 years, 15 years. . did they absorb Alice Waters' unique palate and food ideas by osmosis?  I once made out…

Le Bistro

1606 N. Main Street
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Robert B. writes: First, if you live in the city and want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and are in the mood for French cuisine, Le Bistro is the place to go.

It is a 35 minute BART ride from Civic Center and a 7 min walk to the restaurant.  So drink all…

Greenwich Yarn
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2073 Greenwich Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Kristina R. writes: KRISTINA:  Hello!

YARN LADY:  (cool and dry) Yes, you're in a yarn store, so you're off to a good start.

KRISTINA: Um.  Ok, well.  I also need a bootie recipe!

YARN LADY:  You mean a bootie PAT-TERN.

KRISTINA:  Yes!  That too!  HA HA HA HA HA HA!

YARN…

Gold's Gym San Francisco
Neighborhood: SOMA

1001 Brannan Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Andy L. writes: First of all, to all of the straight guys who complain that they get checked out at Gold's: Now you know how women feel at most gyms. And bars. And on MUNI. And walking down the street. And maybe what you're put off by is that the gay guys at Gold's…

Erica Tanov
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2408 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

kimb s. writes: Thank you, Erica Tanov, my Mom and my sister don't get that telltale "you really should NOT have I will store this in my lowest dresser drawer so that I will never have to see it again" look when I buy them birthday and Christmas gifts from your…

Tajine
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1338 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109

Jessica V. writes: Once you go Moroccan...  I won't finish that or this will get flagged.  Let's just say that rockin' rhymes with Moroccan.

I want to start by explaining that I am totally ovulating today.  Bad.  I asked several coworkers and Chewie if they would…

Women of San Francisco

San Francisco, CA 94101

Kristina R. writes: We baaaad.

(Totally open to interpretation)

Alemany Flea Market
Neighborhood: Bernal Heights

100 Alemany Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94110

Suge K. writes: "Hey, how much for the hipsters?"  "How much for the hippies?"

Yeah, that's pretty much the most fun you'll have here - saying things like that to your friends really loudly while pointing at people (both working and shopping).

Not the best flea…

Tangerine Food Bar
Neighborhood: North Berkeley

1707 Solano Ave
Berkeley, CA 94707

Cobber L. writes: AMAZING!!!!

Chicken of the day:-
Mustard sauce Chicken, that curry flavor but not spicy. Chicken cook to perfection, not bone dry.
Side dishes:-
Mango with oregano, sweet mango goes well with the bitterness of the oregano.
Tuna salad, all meat with…

San Francisco International Airport

SFO
San Francisco, CA 94128

Omid T. writes: "Would you like to make that a double for an extra $2?"

"Would you like an extra large beer for an extra dollar?"

Yes and yes!  

And come around with more of the same every 10 minutes until boarding time, please. Thanks.

I love airport bars. They rip you…

Yuzu

54 37th Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94403

euge l. writes: any place the owner is more drunk and louder than you? good.

i really didnt have a chance to try out much, i was predrinking before dinner.

the few things i did try? makes me want to come out to san mo just to try it out again. thats saying alot.…

Manzanita Macrobiotic Restaurant
Neighborhood: North Oakland

4001 Linden St
Oakland, CA 94608

laura b. writes: this place has the best weekend brunch selection/deal in town and you leave feeling not like a fat greasy intoxicated pig but like a healthy vibrant love peace happiness dance being thing.  which is obviously not good for all occasions but certainly…

Domenico's Delicatessen & Gelateria

682 Hartz Ave
Danville, CA 94526

Scotty D. writes: domenico's has been a true tri valley classic of mine for so many years and is in my top 5 all time favorite places for a sandwich.

they recently took over the yogurt store next door and now offer yogurt, forget about all of that fro yo crap and just…

Soma Inn Cafe
Neighborhood: SOMA

1082 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Kathryn T. writes: I haven't told many people this, but I have this fantasy....

It involves a spatula.  

I want to own my own restaurant some day. A small place. With an eclectic menu but lots of breakfast food. A place like Soma Inn Cafe.

Except my place will have…

A Bed of Roses Florist
Neighborhood: Mission

2948 20th St
Ste 104
San Francisco, CA 94110

Stellah D. writes: Pat's work is exquisite it's true. Her arrangements evolve and bloom over several days, and serve as a meditation on the beauty of impermanence.

I sent some of her flowers to a client recently, only to have them call in awe an hour after they…

AK Press Inc

674 23rd Street
Suite A
Oakland, CA 94612

laura b. writes: I was taken here this afternoon by the gorgeous, brilliant, talented, having-of-no-apparent-bir th-defects-but-shockingly -still-single, joy m., who promised me a tea party with Patton Oswalt (KING OF QUEENS!  or um, i mean, KING OF QUEENS IS EASILY…

Bernal Beast
Neighborhood: Bernal Heights

509 Cortland Ave
San Francisco, CA 94110

Caroline C. writes: We just adopted a dog today from Rocket Dog Rescue. Her name is Penelope, you can call her Penny. We had nothing much in the way of dog supplies. So we stopped by Bernal Beast.

The friendly staff allowed us to bring our new dog in the store, and our…

Special F/X Salon

1178 San Carlos Ave
San Carlos, CA 94070

Heather C. writes: One of the things that I refuse to do, as a Yelp reviewer, is compromise the integrity of my reviews.  If you're a good business in my eyes, you will get rated highly.  If not, I won't.  I've been PM'ed on more than one occasion by business owners…