If you go to Simpsons, you have to come in here (and vice versa!)…read more After a fun fueled weekend in the city, this bar was the highlight of the trip. My two friends and I enjoyed the snow falling, the giant presents, and hanging out with Santa & Rudolph. We were having such a fun time, snow was falling in July! Other patrons came to talk to us and we all were enjoying the season. Staff were so friendly and let us entertain ourselves with all the fun decorations. I have posted all my Christmas pics to my socials and EVERYONE is jealous and asking where this is. Absolute must see if living in the city or passing through. Merry Christmas!

Came here on a whim on a Monday evening with some friends! This place is decked out with Christmas…read moredecor which were all super cute! My friends and I ordered the Mistletoe Espresso Martini, Apres Ski and Let It Snow! shots. I wish there were more drinks that came with Christmas themed cups but there weren't :/ The Espresso Martini was decent though it didn't scream Christmas to me. The Apres Ski was a nice hearty Christmas drink since it's Hot Chocolate based! The Let It Snow! shots were the only drink on the menu I saw that came with festive cups so we had to try them - they were giving mouthwash due to the mint and alcohol content (and they came in cups that looked like you would use to brush your teeth with haha..) but was tasty and went down surprisingly smooth! Overall, friendly bartender and good vibes at the place! The bar was also pretty clean and relatively spacious :) Def a place to check out this holiday season!

Iconic Landmark in San Francisco!…read more I have been to the Ferry Building Marketplace many times and it's one of my favorite place in SF with some of the amazing restaurants, shops and bakery within or near the Ferry Building. To name a few, Parachute Bakery has some of the best pastries. Lunette with savory Cambodian rice and noodles dishes. Hog Island Oyster Company is the best place to grab a bite to eat like Fish & chips and the oysters never disappoint! Mariposa Baking company is another awesome pastry shop. There's always something going on and to do at the Ferry Building. Free Yoga classes, Farmer's Market, Mahjong Meetup, Artist vendors, Music on the Plaza, and etc. You can even sit alone on the bench and stare at the beautiful view of the Bay Bridge.

such a great place to spend a Saturday. there's farmer's markets stalls around the building from…read moreearly morning til about 1pm. if that doesn't float your boat, there are also food and vendors inside the building. not to mention the ferry ride over to Sausalito to spend the rest of your Saturday milling around. there are always lots to see, smell, drink and eat when you're in the city. i took mom to the Ferry Building. we had inadvertently parked near Salesforce park and grabbed coffee there. parking is a lot cheaper and less crowded. we paid on the convenient ParkMobile app. then we walked about 15 min to the Ferry Building where we grabbed lunch. I was so glad i tried the pastrami & porchetta sandwiches at the Fatted Calf. i highly recommend those 2 sandwiches with the pastrami as the must try again. (note to self: the Fatted Calf deserves their own separate review) once we were done with lunch, we bought our tickets to ferry over to Sausalito, the ride is only 30 minutes. TIPS: seniors & youth tickets are cheaper bought at the machine. regular adult tickets are cheaper paid as a tap/go along the line boarding the ferry. provided that you have the clipper card for convenience sake. onto Sausalito, clean bathrooms past the park. there were so much to see and do in every directions. we literally walked off our lunch and people watch. check out the expensive yachts dock. i wish i could do some fishing there. overall, a wonderful day spent at the Ferry Building. it is a much busier hub now than what it used to be some 10 years ago.

Loved my experience at Sealed With a Spark! I've had my original pieces for years, so I decided to…read morecheck out their new location, and it was beautiful. As someone who lives in SF, Pier 39 was actually such a fun and unexpected adventure. I love jewelry, but I never remember to put it on, so permanent jewelry is perfect for me. This time I got a bracelet engraved with my dog's name and her birthstone, which made it feel even more special. I love having something meaningful that I can wear every day without having to think about it. Definitely recommend whether you're treating yourself or looking for a unique experience around the city.

If you're considering permanent jewelry, Sealed With a Spark is hands-down the only studio you…read moreshould be going to. From the moment you walk in, the experience feels elevated, personal, and genuinely fun. The jewelry is stunning, high-quality, and crafted with incredible attention to detail, and the staff is knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about what they do. Every single employee is upbeat, welcoming, and absolutely hilarious - it honestly feels like you're hanging out with your best friends instead of being in a studio. They make permanent jewelry feel celebratory and special, not intimidating. I got my first permanent bracelet in February, and it's still in perfect, mint condition months later. Despite having a diverse lifestyle - sports, lounging, everyday wear, corporate workdays, and even black-tie events - my jewelry still looks brand new. Nothing snags, nothing irritates, and it seamlessly goes with everything. Saying this jewelry is versatile is a massive understatement. I now have SEVEN pieces from Sealed With a Spark: four bracelets, two rings, and one necklace. One bracelet is a matching piece with my mom (pictured during Thanksgiving, which makes it even more special), and another features a custom engraved charm with an ampersand (&) as a meaningful tribute to my dad and brother. The customization options are incredible, and the team is extremely patient and helpful, especially if you're indecisive like me. They made every single visit effortless and enjoyable - yes, all seven of them! Clearly, I'm obsessed - and for good reason. If you're searching for permanent jewelry, custom engraving, meaningful gifts, or a fun experience with lasting quality, look no further. Sealed With a Spark truly sets the standard and is absolutely the best choice you can make.

Such a great product! I was so excited for my drool box and genuinely enjoyed every item in it! I…read moream so ready for my next one! The drool box it perfect for anyone who enjoys and and all pastries. They are preselected and come in this box ready for pickup at the back of Illinois street. I took mine over to the park to enjoy! Super fun way to try random pastries on a Saturday and support a local chef! My personal favorite from the box was the nutter butter, if you could call them that. They were absolutly to die for! 10/10! How can I have them again!?! Keep doing what you are doing!

Take it from the J-To source - stay on top of Store Envy…read more It's a new pop-up in the Crocker Galleria mall that seeks to showcase a variety of different designers and stores. And put simply - it's whats up. One of the most unique aspects of this pop-up store is that they're going to be rotating out the different designers on a monthly basis - which provides even more incentive to keep on popping into Store Envy to see all of their hip merchants. This month they're featuring TopShelf Boutique and Makers/kit alongside some other exceptional businesses. Keep your ear to what's happening in the city. Stay on top of Store Envy.. Trust.

Tiny little shop with tons of surprises…read more. Lovely art pieces that are unique and screams San Francisco..!! Loved them all.. Do stop by if you are anywhere near union square..

Waltz in to check this place out, glad I did! Easily one of the best plant shops in the city if you…read moreare an actual plant person or someone who is just looking for a desk plant. What stood out was how well curated the store was. A table full of airplants, a section for calathea, larger plants like money trees and rubber trees, special begonia, crystals and substrate like spagnum moss and perlite! Once my plant ban is over, I am going to come back here.

This place truly goes above and beyond. When I needed to replace a string of hearts that I had…read moreoverloved, the staff went out of their way to track one down for me. I always enjoy talking to them about plant care -- they are warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely feel like part of the community. The plants here are healthy and well cared for, unlike what you'd find at some big box stores. Do yourself a favour and support this shop!

Cute pop up shop in the Castro. Selling men's accessories and face masks. Open during the pandemic…read morejust off Castro St.

I went in this afternoon after spending 3 hrs on line . I could not make up my mind and most of…read morethem you could not get same day anyway . So I went to the Castro an looked at the Mask Shop and sure they have a small selection BUT they Make to order as well . They showed me the size that would be perfect for me and also not to poke me in the eye as most of the straight across ones do . The best part they had reversible one so in a way two for one :) SCORE! So i bought one and ordered 7 of my own choice of fronts and back (reversible) . They were so helpful and helpful and most of all patient with me .

So lucky we stumbled by this cart. The bombolinis are so…read morefresh and soft. We got the custard, Nutella and raspberry. They were all soooo good.

Unfortunately questionable food handling practices…read more We were walking through the Ferry Building and saw these huge pillowy bombolini's (Nutella, raspberry, pistachio, custard) and were so excited to try this! Bought one of the custard ones to save for later and when the time came...took one bite (which was soft and pleasantly full of custard), looked down and there was a hair embedded in the dough. Super unfortunate, but hopefully a one time thing.

If you like Legos and want it at a fairly reasonable price before it hits the store come down to…read moreJack London Dquare for this 3 day event. They are giving away free Legos and stickers and have a bunch of photo opportunities and the prevent to buy Lego merchandise before it hits the stores for Christmas!

Florecita is tucked away on residential street not far from the freeway. Street parking was easy to…read morefind mid-day on a Sunday. I was hoping to try the guava but they were sold out. I ordered a little bit of everything - chocolate, vanilla, blue corn, churro, and strawberry hibiscus. It was a bit of a bummer that my strawberry conchas didn't make it into the box. Not sure what happened - I was chatting with the cashier/concha server so maybe they were distracted. I also should have checked my order. The conchas were SOOOOO good. Very soft and fresh - not too sweet. The chocolate-y flavor wasn't really coming through to me. And the vanilla and churro flavors were very similar. The most prominent was the blue corn - and I think this was my fave. Comparatively speaking to other conchas at a panderia, $5 a concha is a bit steep. They are really tasty tho and definitely worth it. Think of it as a top shelf concha. Oh and the good news is, they're vegetarian friendly - they only use butter. I'll be back next time I'm in the San Fran area.

Florecita is a panderia located around the Mission known for its various flavors of concha freshly…read morebaked each day. Ambiance: Homey feeling with a display of the baked conchas for you to choose from. There does appear to be a selection of six different flavors to choose from. Service: Friendly staff that welcome you upon entering and quick to help serve you with also a relatively short wait time as well between ordering and pick up. Food: The churro concha tasted like a roll with cinnamon sugar on top. The bread was light and soft though it did taste a little dry. The price is slightly high at $5 per concha which are slightly cheaper when buying in a bundle. Overall, I'd have to check out a few of their other flavors and I'd be interested in trying their Pan De Muerto when it comes back again.