Sibby's Cupcakery

716 South Railroad Ave
San Mateo, CA 94497

Kristina R. writes: Jessica T.'s review of Sibby's: "BEST CUPCAKE EVER!"

Dear Jessica,
I thought we were pals.  I guess not.  I mean, I thought we had something special.  I gave you my cupcakes, knowing you, of all people, would appreciate them for the greatness that…

Workingman's Headquarters
Neighborhood: Mission

2871 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

Rachel F. writes: On a very busy Saturday afternoon, a friend came by to pick me up to go bowling. As I went to turn the deadbolt to unlock the door to let her in, the deadbolt snapped, and the handle flopped around uselessly whilst the deadbolt stayed securely locked…

Comic Outpost

2381 Ocean Ave
San Francisco, CA 94127

Bucky K. writes: "Hey. These should have boards in them. Ya bloody savage." -Brodie from Mallrats (Holding a comic-book in a bag with no backing).

I felt this way when I saw the new book shelf at Comic Outpost. I feel this way walking in any comic shop that doesn't…

Derrick M Chan DDS
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

1828 Clement Street
San Francisco, CA 94121

Erin R. writes: If there is one undeniable truth about Dr. Derrick Chan DDS, it is that he is as thorough a dentist as they come.  Never have I had a dentist spend so much time with my teeth!  I know that sounds ironic but when visiting dental offices in the past,…

Burlingame Library

480 Primrose Rd
Burlingame, CA 94010

Michael M. writes: As a junior and high school student, I used to do all my research here!  Anybody remember microfiche?  Right off Burligame Avenue, parking may be tight, but I always rode my bike here.

It's a small quiet, neighborhood library, where you get what you…

Rice

San Francisco, CA 94101

Gourmet G. writes: 1,306,313,812 Chinese people can't be wrong.

Avocados

In a grocery store near you
San Francisco, CA 94107

Gourmet G. writes: One-fifth of a medium avocado is considered a single serving. Who is the skinny-assed moron who determines these things?

San Francisco
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

San Francisco, CA 94102

Keane L. writes: San Francisco.

On a night when I wasn't feeling so well, I took a long solitary walk. My iPod conveniently broke down before I left, so I had to abandon it. It was better this way, as I was forced to listen to the sounds of the city.

I walked a few…

Trader Joe's

22224 Redwood Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546

.elin f. writes: Unlike the Emeryville store where the lines are long and the shelves are empty or the El Cerrito store with its labyrinth-like layout, the Castro Valley Trader Joe's is perhaps the best I've ever visited (and believe me, I've been to plenty).

The…

Bryan's Quality Meats
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3473 California St
San Francisco, CA 94118

gwynnie p. writes: And so, we meat again! Let's hear it for butcher shops, and the hot men who know their craft. What is it about a woman, a counter of meat, and a man on the other side that makes it sooooooo sexy?

Stopped in the other day on a whim and feeling like I…

Firehorse
Neighborhood: Lower Haight

659 Haight Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

Joyita A. writes: I met my stylist friend Arthur here. He was to cut my hair. It had been a long time and here was the only walk-in available in the whole city on short notice a year ago. He made me feel really comfortable, relaxed, and trust his professionalism as he…

The Parrots of Telegraph Hill
Neighborhood: Financial District

One Embarcadero
100 Clay
San Francisco, CA 94108

Rachel G. writes: So I was parking my car at Fort Mason on Thursday, and low and behold, a winged mass flies towards me as I get out of the car.  I had to do a double take, because it appeared these birds were...green.

I rubbed my eyes, and refocused, but the green…

Zappos.com

San Francisco, CA 94101

laura b. writes: great selection of vegetarian shoes in a special vegetarian section!  they even have a logo...it's a cow in a heart saying (er, mooing), "thank you!"  it's the cutest logo ever.  leather-free shoes that are not hideo are hard to come by but i have…

Neo Salon

401 Primrose Rd
Suite G
Burlingame, CA 94010

michelle r. writes: First things first- That Erica T. chick that gave the salon 2 stars must be out of her mind!!!  When you step into a salon as amazing as NEO you do not tell the stylist how to mix the colors for your hair.  You trust that  they'll mix it the way they…

Tommy's Wok Chinese Cuisine

3001 Bridgeway
Sausalito, CA 94965

Fayza E. writes: Did you expect to find authentic Chinese food in Sausalito?

If so, you need to leave Sausalito immediately.  In a yuppie, yacht-y town such as this, the only authenticity you're bound to find is the little strip of paper running down the inside of a…

Crepes A Go Go
Neighborhood: SOMA

350 11th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Mick F. writes: Butter kind of kicked my ass.

Not in a Royce Gracy Brazilian Jujitsu choke out kinda way, but in a 26 chimps on Red Bull laced with PCP kinda way.

As much as i truly appreciate being hand fed golden nuggets of deep fried potatoey goodness by beautiful…

Harding Park Golf Course

99 Harding Rd
San Francisco, CA 94132

hen a. writes: well maintained...not surprising for a sf muni course....beautifully re-landscaped huggin' lake merced...balance mix of all hazards in the rollin' greens....adding a bit of challenge to the 18-hole harding course..yet...novice golfers can find equal…

Heartfelt
Neighborhood: Bernal Heights

436 Cortland Ave
San Francisco, CA 94110

laura b. writes: i'm finna be real honest witchu.  having a man in my life is messing up my yelp game.  i mean, joking about not having a man or not being able to keep a man is the crux of my routine, ya dig?  when i have a super awesome guy in my life who buys me…

Atelier Emmanuel Salon
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

166 Geary St
San Francisco, CA 94108

Elena G. writes: What a man! He's gorgeous, he's friendly, he gave me just what I asked for...this is more than I can say of most men I meet in general.  I gave Emmanuel plenty of room for creativity with my 'do bc I wasnt sure of exactly what I wanted....and I was…

San Francisco Comedy College and Clubhouse
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

414 Mason St
# 705
San Francisco, CA 94102

Lizzy L. writes: what a great way to spend a wednesday night. just bring a six pack or even some wine (they provide cups!). the small room wasn't even half full but it sure sounded like it was sold out. every single comic was hilarious, like choke on my beer…

Big O Tire Stores

1200 Park St
Alameda, CA 94501

Sara F. writes: Steve,

Thanks for being a single, poor gal's best friend. Everything you did for me was either free or discounted. Excellent job overall and you double checked with me that the work was done, which I really appreciated. Keep up the good work.

Love,…

Dermalounge
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

1301 Church St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Claire C. writes: WOW!  Athena did my facial here yesterday and it was the best facial I have ever gotten!  At first a was a LITTLE taken aback by the fact that there was no where to sit in the waiting room and I had to perch at a table...but I was soon over that, I…

Yogurt Park

80 Broadway Ln
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Kat N. writes: Best treat in Broadway Plaza. Their yogurt is consistently good like their Berkeley Telegraph location.

I am always a sucker for the Ghiradelli chocolate flavor and whatever their sugar-free flavor is. The sugar-free tastes like it's just as "bad" for…

Coit Tower
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

1 Telegraph Hill Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94133

Adrienne G. writes: Whenever my friends ask me 'Hey Adrienne, my (insert friend, relative, ex-wife, weird Swedish cousin) is coming to town, where should I take them?' I always give them the same answer.

Since this is real life and not Yelp, I don't say Power Exchange.…

Patisserie Delanghe
Neighborhood: Japantown, Pacific Heights

1890 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

Kerry K. writes: Yes, another long and winding review.  The upshot is, this is an excellent place to score some truly French baked treats.  It's a husband and wife owned bakery.

Every time you go to a chain, God kills a kitten and a small indie business.  So please…

Paws & Claws
Neighborhood: Dimond District, Lower Hills

2023 MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94620

JT F. writes: I agree with Mel M. finally a local pet food store in our area that I enjoy going to.  I used to go to Berkeley! They have the supplies I need for my bunny and the owners are really awesome people.  After talking with one of the owners, I found out…

Temple Tattoo
Neighborhood: Uptown

384 17th St
Oakland, CA 94612

msbeesknees x. writes: all of my work was inked by JESSE TUESDAY at temple tattoo in oakland california. he's a phenomenal artist. he and the other artists there [freddy corbin, the tattoo shop's owner, and jason mcafee, to name a few] are always booked two months ahead.…

Kezar Stadium

755 Stanyan Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

jay h. writes: homegirl: "Dammit, tomorrow is going to be crazy at my gym! All those damn people with New Year's Resolutions!"

me: "No kidding.  My gym too and it's a local tiny gym!"

hg:"Do you have a New Year's Resolution?"

me: "I have a few.  Nothing really…

Heartfelt
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

6309 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618

Irene S. writes: tiny things!

a shop full of tiny things plus shit for babies!

i have baby fever, i don't front, okay. i like babies, things for babies, and i'm trying to get some of my own. from whoever. off the street. out of my own oven. shoot.

this store is…

Dr. Jacob Johnson, MD
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

450 Sutter St
Ste 933
San Francisco, CA 94108

GG A. writes: Dr. Johnson has been attenting to my ears, nose, and throat since May of 2005. I trust him more than any other doctor at this point.

For almost a decade now, my normal family doctors (four of them) have said the same thing time, and time again.. "Your…

Cafe Espresso Experience
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

2440 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

Jen S. writes: Cute little cafe! The bulgogi sandwich was better than I expected, because honestly "bulgogi" sounds like it's gonna taste like feces or worse. Rest assured, you're in for a great lunch. The cafe is cute and in a convenient location and the sandwich…

Molte Cose
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

2044 Polk Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Wakako U. writes: Ten minutes after six, I stood outside the door of Molte Cose wearing a dress, ready to go, but without a gift.  I was going to a graduation dinner.  I missed the graduation as a result of a rough night.  Having missed graduation, I can not possibly…

Pastel Hair Salon
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

305 Grant Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94108

Glory W. writes: if you have coarse, unruly, asian girl hair, then anthony is the guy for you. he's been cutting my hair since before i could afford him. i would rather eat PB&J's for a week than go to get my haircut with someone else.

Frank Chu

12 Galaxies
San Francisco, CA 94104

Eggs M. writes: Well the best sighting though was when Frank Chu was wandering around with the lesbians in front of The Kilowatt during the Dyke march last summer. And what exactly is his complaint? Something about 12 Galaxies? Well I saw Blade Runner over 15 times…

On Mars
Neighborhood: Lower Haight, Hayes Valley

210 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Jill S. writes: Tonight I sang "I Touch Myself" at Encore.  Technically, I sang it because Braden requested it all the way from Hawaii but literally I have been touching myself all day.  Actually I've been touching my hair all day.  It feels like sex on my head.  I…

Fairfax Scoop

63 Broadway Blvd
Fairfax, CA 94930

msbeesknees x. writes: this teensy shop has the most mind-BLOWINGLY yummy, all natural, homemade "vanilla with honey and lavender" ice cream that, while trying it for the first time, i momentarily...

lost

my

mind !!

GET THIS... as i devoured this heavenly not-too-sweet, yet…

Rincon Chiropractic
Neighborhood: SOMA

101 Howard Street Suite B
San Francisco, CA 94105

Veronica M. writes: I never thought I'd go to a Chiropractor but I started going to see Dr. Luck for tension headaches and lower back pain.  He was great, especially since I was nervous about the adjustment part.  He has also recommended exercises that have helped me to…

Eyebrows To Die For
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2115 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94109

Cindy L. writes: I have been going to Anastasia for over two years for all my eyebrow needs...and let me tell you, there are a lot of needs in that department!

She told me that she would be moving to a new location in San Francisco...and despite the fact that I am…

South Paw BathHouse & Feed Co.
Neighborhood: SOMA

199 Brannan Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Peter M. writes: Wow! A pet store in South Beach near the ball park named South Paws!  Brilliant Marketing Team.

Sunshine Coast
Neighborhood: Haight-Ashbury

1312 Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Leif N. writes: I generally try to avoid the tourist traps towards the park when I'm shopping for new glass.  The folks at Sunshine Coast have put together a great shop that's half hookah bar and half head shop.  They have a wide selection of shisha, although I've…