Beretta

“Foreign Cinema is a special destination, and a favorite amongst locals. Californian-Mediterranean fare (& a popular brunch) in an outdoor space screening films.”

“Millennials love to stand in lines. Go mid-morning on weekdays to avoid long lines. But, the food is well worth it! Riches beyond your wildest dreams: butter-golden pains au chocolat, cappuccinos with ferns drawn in dense foam and croque monsieurs turbo-loaded with ham, two kinds of cheese and béchamel. Don't be dismayed by the inevitable line out the door – it moves fast – but be aware that lolling in Dolores Park is the only possible post-Tartine activity.”

“There are a lot of amazing roasters and coffee shops in SF, but this is the one closest to our flat. They deliver high quality, fabulous coffee and have wonderful art on display by local artists, to boot.”

“The Mission. There are several locations all over the city, but this is the first location, opened in 1978. Loved by locals and visitors alike, if you're lucky you might run into Phil himself on Saturday mornings.”

“I love Papalote at 24th and Valencia. There is something elevated about all of their menu items - even the Salsa is excellent. The grilled meats are flavorful and always taste to me like they are cooked in butter, although their menu only specifies the fish is grilled in butter. My favorite is the simple chicken burrito with Papalote salsa and chips.”