I love this spot, it's the kind of community-driven joy that makes SF special. If you're going to…read morerun through Crissy Field to Fort Point, you've got to high five (or ten) the hands. There are paw prints for dogs too! Y'all about a little extra motivation boost halfway through a run. Lore is that these are maintained by the GGB Ironworkers.

Curiosity got the best of me…read more While going on my urban hikes in and around the Presidio, I've ended up here several times to enjoy the view and watch the surfers while eating my lunch. I noticed several joggers tapping their hands against the fence as soon as they reach the end then jog back out. I took a closer look and saw a metal sign with "Hoppers Hands" on the fence. There's an outline of a pair of hands painted in yellow against a black backdrop so it stands out. The color scheme is similar to the Pittsburg Steelers. There was even one on the bottom of the fence for dogs complete with doggie paws. It's painted in International Orange and the edges had worn off revealing the silver-colored metal sign. So I had to do some research on this phenomenon. Kevin Hopper works as an ironworker for the Golden Gate Bridge. He had access to off-limit areas when they placed the fence on this side of Fort Point to prevent and protect visitors from accidentally falling into the bay or being swept off by sneaker waves. When the fence was installed around the year 2000. he noticed that joggers would clap the newly-installed fence before turning around. He then had a bright idea of installing a sign to make it more welcoming and the initial sign was a simple black-colored hands on a white background. The sign was initially installed as a gag, but due to its popularity, it began to wear off from numerous and constant tapping from joggers and visitors alike. The signs eventually evolved into different iterations and even made one in the color of the 49ers. (Should've kept that color scheme) Hopper noticed that several of the joggers had their four-legged companions with them and they would also tap the sign. A lightbulb went up and he installed a doggie version just a few inches above the ground for the K9 joggers so they wouldn't feel excluded. The signs have become a unique and beloved part of San Francisco and particularly Fort Point, and something that I just discovered recently. #YelpChallenge2020 review No. 59

Review #178 - 2020…read more I've heard of McCovey Cove being mentioned here and there, but never thought of making my way over since it's kind of out of the way for me. My kids like the beach; but they're not too crazy about the idea of hanging out at a boat dock, especially since none of us fish. We showed up at around 11 AM for a Trump boat rally on Saturday, October 10th. We were able to find parking pretty easily since there weren't too many people out and about due to COVID. Parking was $9 for the day so that's as cheap as it's going to get around here. I was pretty surprised that the people who planned this event chose this location since San Francisco is definitely a liberal city. I was even more surprised to see that we had a decent turn out being that people were afraid of being judged or attacked for supporting our President. How sad that people who claim that they're tolerant are the intolerant ones. The area is not that safe nor clean, in my honest opinion. I got some pretty awesome photos and videos and the event ended about an hour later. I met a few women who gave me their numbers and asked me to invite them to future events. If the area was cleaner and safer, I would definitely bring my kids back.

What? No reviews for…read morethis place? It can't be! The Yelper in me has to rectify this outrageous injustice at once so here goes: Ahhhh McCovey Cove. Once it was named after Stretch, aka MAC, aka The Big Mac...the original Big Mac; and the name rolls out of your tongue like butter melting. Go ahead...say it. McCovey Cove. Don't you just love it? Gives you chills, right? When I hear it I imagine Barry White's voice singing it, and It makes one wonder if it will make a girl drop her panties upon hearing McCovey Cove. I would like to get some volunteers, please. Is it a coincidence that his name rhymes with Cove? I don't think so. It's a fitting name worthy to be immortalized here in the City of San Francisco with his statue overlooking the Cove. The Baseball Gods knew what they were doing. Lots of historic and crazy antics have taken place here: from Barry Bonds' Home runs while kayakers are jousting for position, thru Dog Ball Retrievers (which was a stupid idea, BTW). I've also seen Pirate Ships, Sailboats, Fireworks, Flugtags, Cruise Ships, the Delorian from Back to the Future, Jetpacks, Jet Skis, Seals, Lou Seal on Skis, Seagulls, Race Boats, Water Polo games and maybe even Marco Polo. Truly a unique and original place that can only be found in San Francisco. And to honor a Man, a Giants Hall-of-Famer that has been a pillar of the community and one who has provided his time, energy, resources and committed his life to serving the organization thru his charity, the City and the children, who will grow up to be lifelong Giants fans is very fitting, indeed. I got Love for the Cove. I got love for the man named after the Cove.

Such a cute doggie sign. I visited SF from LA and took my two dogs to take pics here…read more You can park on street with meter or a bit drive side streets to park for free.

PRAISE DOGGIE! ...PRAISE DOGGIE!…read more We've come a long long way together Through the hard times and the good I have to celebrate you baby I have to praise you like I should I have to praise you I have to praise you I have to praise you I have to praise you I have to praise you I have to praise you I have to praise you... His beet red skin proves he's been under the tanning machine too long, and he's also had some botox injections from what I can tell. But the Doggie Diner Head looks good...all shiny and revitalized especially after the chin lift. He lets me call him DD because we go back...way, way, way back. Doggie Diner was my dining destination of choice when I was six and still full of youthful optimism. Now I'm more cynical...and not six...but my memories of Doggie Diner remain unblemished (...and don't you dare mention the so-called Doggie Diner at AT&T Park...a fraud, I tell ya!). DD would look down upon me with that unique stare of guarded enthusiasm, and I knew the world would be safe. DD has had a rough life. Cholesterol. Chapter 11. He toppled over onto Sloat in 2001 and broke his snout (see archival photos). They reported it was the 45 mph winds, but I know better. It's because he felt suicidal after the diner closed and became the Carousel restaurant. He had no choice but to throw himself into traffic. But he bounced back and went through extensive physical therapy with the guy who trained Oprah but doesn't want anyone to know since she gained all that weight back. Now DD's in fighting trim on the median strip on Sloat at the old entrance of the San Francisco Zoo. Come visit him in all his shiny glory. Bring offerings like a Kibbles n' Bits quiche or a Milk-Bone casserole. Let us praise him as you should.

The facade is really the only thing left but the old bricks catch one's eyes while walking up…read moreCommercial Street. This is the site of S.F.'s first mint, opened on April 3, 1854 to deal with all the gold coming in from the foothills of the Sierra. The mint moved to the more famous one on 5th and Mission in 1875 and this building was turned into a subtreasury. In the early days, the mint sat just a few feet from the wharfs of the Bay and Commercial street bustled with activity. The fire and quake of '06 destroyed it and it now is only one story, incorporated into the Pacific Heritage Museum (closed for remodeling)

Come and enjoy your day looking at funny sculptures!…read more I enjoyed looking at the sculptures and the art piece that was placed in between the high rise buildings. It definitely gave color and a playful vibe to the area but still with a hint of sophistication. There is many seating as well which is a super plus!

I give San Francisco a lot of credit for the great uses of space in our urban environment…read more Working in the FiDi/SoMa area means being in a dense space during the day. Scattered around are little Open Spaces for people to enjoy. They're like mini-parks, but they're not your traditional park. Some exist between building, some in this area are even on roof-tops. This one happens to be very near my sometimes-office. There are few of these around this block. This little plaza has a few nice pieces of sculpture. There are a few benches. It's currently kind of cool since you can also look out to the South, which is open, and see The City rising in one of the most developing parts of town. I only knock this down to a 3-star because there are so many other spots and this isn't a must visit or anything. But, it deserves some recognition.

I love the Fillmore district in San Francisco. It's a pretty safe area compared to some other areas…read more(Tenderloin and Lower Knob Hill, for example). It is beautiful and the streets are less full of trash, poop, and homeless folks. It is also more quiet here. A famous place to see here is the Painted Ladies homes.

Great area to pass the day away and enjoy everything. The Fillmore district has to offer in our big…read morebeautiful city. Lots of great shopping, lots of great eating and lots of great fun

Oh the history, architecture and beauty of Nob Hill. It is enhanced by reading Adah Bakalinsky's…read morebook "Stairway Walks in San Francisco". The author is quite thorough with the history of neighborhoods in SF. We use her book to explore different neighborhoods every month. Each walk offers fascinating information. Nob Hill was no exception. One must walk the area to truly observe the beauty. Grace Cathedral is a special place to see and the Fairmont during the holidays is always incredibly festive.

Review #1,000. A…read morereview about Nob Hill and a specific personal memory of this place. Today is my friend KW's birthday. Or at least that's what I was told by her many year's ago. But then when she passed away a few years ago, I read a different birthday date posted on her obituary. So maybe I messed up and always celebrated her birthday one month sooner than her actual birthday, but she never corrected me. She's that kind of person. A kind person, a truly wonderful person, someone who just kind of goes with the flow. KW lived in Nob Hill. She was my dad's (an artist) student when I met her. I admired her as a child because she did things her way even though nothing was easy as I learned as an adult. Her life was somewhat glamorous, but not without difficulties that we all have to go through in this life and although I won't go into too much details, I will always remember her being beautiful and had a harp and cats in her apartment. She lived just a few steps down the hill from the Ritz. I remember her kindness, her appreciation for life which was contagious, her love of cats, especially black cats, and her love of people. She helped a homeless/unhoused person found housing/shelter. She loved this vibrant neighborhood. Nob Hill is famous for many fine hotels, the Grace Cathedral, and tons of history in the many buildings that surrounds it. But in these hills, there are many stories, some known and many untold. Time moves on, continuous, every day with new people and experiences. Many of these stories/experiences --forgotten. Thus why I want to write these thoughts down. Whether you are local or a visitor, Nob Hill has lots to offer. If you want fancy hotels or hole in the wall restaurants, this place has them. Probably most visited as it's nearby to downtown, Chinatown, Fishermans' Wharf, North Beach and Pacific Heights. I hope you enjoy the history of this place, the diversity of food offerings, and the cable car rides, ding ding as each one slides up and down these storied hills.

This mural depicts a smiling Alysa Liu holding a gold meal won at the recent Winter Olympics…read more Mural is on the rollup aluminum door of a West Oakland gym. Creator: @Tressprays aka Tre Sorensen.