I have plotted out the route I'm driving to San Francisco later this week. A friend invited me to tag along when she goes to pick up her daughter from college. I get a couple of days to play and shop in the city. I love San Francisco. I am hoping to hit a few of my favorite spots like Castle in the Air, Tail of the Yak, Bellocchio and Crown and Crumpet. I hit San Fran last year for the Alameda Flea market, so am a little familiar with the city.
If you have a favorite San Fran shop or place to eat that you would like to share, please leave me a comment. I know there are spots that are just begging to be visited by me!
San Francisco here I come....
Oh, you lucky ducky! Sounds like a fun trip. I will be looking forward to reading your posts about it when you return. Be safe and shop victoriously!
Posted by: Kathy | May 15, 2011 at 06:39 PM
I have no advise on good places to shop - but I'm certainly noting those you listed for my next visit. Have a great time and enjoy the road.
Posted by: Karina | May 15, 2011 at 07:29 PM
SF is my favorite city. Been there many times as far back as taking the train from Sacramento to SF in 1945 to visit my sister who had a baby. I really don't have a spot to tell you about I especially like to eat. I always loved to visit the museums the most.
Posted by: Nan | May 15, 2011 at 09:52 PM
STRAW in Hayes Valley is a cute little restaurant with a carnival themed menu. In fact you can even sit in a vintage tilt-o-whirl to have your meal.
Opens at 5pm and if you go I suggest the funnel cake neopolian for dessert!
Posted by: Liz | May 15, 2011 at 11:13 PM
San Francisco is one of my favorite cities - I could ride the cable cars all day!!
Posted by: Lynn | May 16, 2011 at 05:00 AM
I am on the East Coast and have only been there once (darn), but I saw this post
http://suchprettythings.typepad.com/
Yum!
Posted by: Tina-Marie Hamilton | May 16, 2011 at 06:05 AM
I know nothing about San Fran BUT please take lots of pictures. And lots of inside pictures (you may have to do a little secret squirrel espionage on this last one). Take us with you, pleeeeeeeeeze!!
Cheers, Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | May 16, 2011 at 06:10 AM
Cliff's Variety on Castro is fun. I like Delancey Street Restaurant, and it has an interesting background. Both are easy access from public transportation.
Posted by: Lynne | May 16, 2011 at 01:06 PM
Love this vintage map, can you provide any details behind it?
Posted by: amanda | May 16, 2011 at 01:09 PM
I have only been once and we stayed on the wharf and did all the "touristy" things, can't really remember where we ate, but I LOVED the city! What fun! Take lots of pics, I plan on going there later this year and I can take YOUR advice!! :)
Posted by: Marci | May 16, 2011 at 06:08 PM
What time do you need me to be ready? Ha! This sounds like such fun. What a gorgeous ride. Enjoy every minute. Smiles...love those maptags...Renee
Posted by: Renee | May 16, 2011 at 07:00 PM
Hi Laurie,
Oh my gosh! You lucky lady!!
I want to go too!!! : )
I wish that Crown and Crumpet had
an on-line shop. I have heard
so much about it. You will have
so much fun in one of my favorite
cities (San Francisco). If you
like prime rib and/or steak, try
The House of Prime Rib on Van Ness
St. They have a website to check
out too.
Hugs,
Janis
Posted by: Janis | May 16, 2011 at 07:53 PM
can I stow away in your car...did I mention that I'll bee in California in September for Art is...You... I went to SF years and years ago...hope you find a lot of goodies a long the way...have a honey of a night ~ sweet dreams! ;O) xox
Posted by: Marlene | May 16, 2011 at 08:29 PM