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San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 424-8912

Northern California Family Dog Rescue  

Category: Animal Shelters
Neighborhood: Castro

5.0 star rating
7/12/2011 1 photo
Quite possibly the best rescue on the planet.

I first discovered Family Dog Rescue last year when my ex (then boyfriend) wanted to adopt a dog. We went to see a dog  we saw online and Angela, the woman who runs Family Dog, recommend another dog that would be a better fit. The result was my ex adopting quite possible the most adorable, sweetest, most well behaved pit bull on the planet.

Fast forward a year later and I catch puppy fever from Family Dog's adorable facebook updates and end up adopting my own little pup. Angela and team have helped me through every step of the process and I couldn't be happier.

This rescue takes in so many dogs that may otherwise be euthanized - pregnant strays, deaf, blind, older - and makes sure they have great homes.

Volunteer, donate or adopt! They dogs are Family Dog are one of a kind!

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2150 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 440-2845

Bow Wow Meow  

Categories: Pet Stores, Pet Groomers
Neighborhoods: Nob Hill, Russian Hill

1.0 star rating
7/12/2011
So a few weeks ago on the recommendation of a friend (and all of Yelp), I took my new pup in for some grooming. I opted for the whole bath package (listed on their website as: bath, brush, haircut, blow dry, nail trim, anal glands expressed and ear cleaning - sans haircut as she's short haired) and boy would I like my money back!

My dog came back with incredibly flaky skin, smelling like she had been doused in perfume instead of actually washed, and dirty feeling fur that was incredibly rough to the touch. If that wasn't enough, one of the groomers called after me as an afterthought "By the way, if her nails are too sharp you can lightly take a nail file to them" as I exited the store. When I picked her up to go into the house her nail slashed me so hard I bled and I ended up having to file them all down - something I think they should have done there and something they should have looked out for on a pup so young.

And that is just the stuff I noticed within the first 24 hours.

They definitely did not clean out her ears. And less than 3 weeks later I'm finding out she more than likely needs her anal glands expressed.

To top it all off, a woman from the store called me a few days after my initial visit to ask how things went and when I expressed my frustration her response was, "Oh well...maybe we can use different shampoo next time...or ....uh.....something".

I rewashed the dog about a week later and she came out clean as a whistle with no flaking and incredibly soft fur.

BWM does deserve a few stars for their incredible selection but the grooming is so bad I can't imagine I'll be back.

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3799 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 891-3001

Shibuya  

Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese
Neighborhoods: The Strip, Eastside

5.0 star rating
Update - 6/8/2011
Went back a few months ago. Had the tasting menu. Died. Heaven. YES!

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  • 5.0 star rating
    5/13/2008

    A review in 3 parts.

    Part 1 - Useful:
    Located in MGM Grand, Shibuya is outstanding Japanese food. The menu is a little hard to understand as everything is put into one of three categories (cold plates, hot plates, and sushi) with no description of size.  My dining companion and I ordered the Yellow Tail (AMAZING with just a touch of heat), Jidori Chicken Teriyaki (this is not your mother's chicken teriyaki. Amazingly flavorful and juicy), the Ryu roll( Freshwater Eel, Cucumber, Mango with Avocado. I'm a sucker for mango and fish but this literally blew my mind. The ingredients were so fresh.), and the Shrimp Tempura roll (the batter on the shrimp was so light and crisp) which put our tanks comfortably on full.

    What put Shibuya into the 5 star category was their dessert menu. The duo of creme brulees was amazing. That is a lie, ONE of the creme brulees was amazing. The other (apricot) was forgettable. The soy pineapple cheesecake made me want to change religions and make the soy pineapple cheesecake my new god. Everything on the dessert menu was unique, inventive, and sounded absolutely amazing.

    Part 2 - Funny:
    The concierge at MGM turned us on to Shibuya after I appeared stumbling at the desk mumbling "ASIAN FOOD! I NEED ASIAN FOOD!!!!!!" sun scorched (seriously someone has actually said "if i ever need a tan, i can lock myself in a room with black-lit room with amanda. ;)" because I am so freaking pale. 2 hours in the sun and I was pink and delirious) and semi-drunk from the delicious slushie-esq adult beverages by the pool. The concierge was able to get us a table despite the fact it was a busy Saturday night.

    Part 3 - Cool:
    -pops collar n leather jacket-
    -hits the side of the jukebox-
    -nods approvingly as music begins to play-
    -grabs two teenage girls that have randomly appeared at my side despite the fact I'm obviously about 20 years older than them but am playing a high school guy-
    -snaps fingers-
    "Aaay!"

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110 Sutter St
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 291-0480

One Medical Group  

Categories: Family Practice, Naturopathic/Holistic, Internal Medicine
Neighborhood: Financial District

5.0 star rating
5/13/2011
You know the old adage - you don't know what you've got 'til it's gone? As I write this from the waiting room of an urgent care clinic in Reno I am getting a little misty from missing my doctors so much.

I joined One Medical earlier this year and now that I'm really sick and away from home I realize how great my doctors truly are.

From the warm hardwood floors and comfy furniture to the fact I've never waited more than 3 minutes to be seen (time check - 2 hours and counting on the Reno Urgent Care side of things) One Medical goes above and beyond in patient care.

My doctors have emailed me to see how I'm feeling. They've called me back in the middle of their Sunday brunch when I've had allergic reactions to medicines. They've never rushed me and, heck, when I just tweeted about missing my normal doctors the One Medical twitter account tweeted me right back telling me to hurry home and get better soon!

While I've never met my doctor (Dr. Daniel Dinenberg) face to face because 1) his assistant's (I don't even know if that is what you'd call her) schedule works better with mine and 2) I love his assistant (Dr. Amber Weiss) every time I do have to speak with him via phone he always acts as if we've met 100 times.

So 3 hours later I'm still waiting in some awful urgent care clinic in Reno pining away for my doctors. If that doesn't scream "these doctors are great go join One Medical now" I don't know if anything will.

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59 New Montgomery St
San Francisco, CA 94106
(415) 495-7655

Sushirrito  

Categories: Japanese, Asian Fusion
Neighborhood: SOMA

2.0 star rating
2/4/2011
The buzzword in my office yesterday was "sushiritto" so today a small group of co-workers and I embarked on a journey to battle the infamous line and have an excuse to enjoy the unseasonably warm weather.

What the hell were we thinking?

1. The line was over an hour. Considering the assembly line system they have set up I can't believe they aren't able to process things faster.
2. The sushiritto is not worth $10.
3. While the crispy ebi was decent a co-worker actually threw away her Three Amigos claiming it to be disgusting.

Next time I'll save 60 minutes and just go get sushi and have them not cut it.

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50 Third Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 974-6400

The Westin San Francisco Market Street  

Category: Hotels
Neighborhoods: Union Square, SOMA

2.0 star rating
1/5/2011
The rooms by themselves get 4 stars. The property is clean, well decorated, and the rooms are spacious with good bath prodcuts but combine the cleaning crew barging in every morning at 8:30 AM despite the "Do Not Disturb" sign on the door, my hotel room key demagnetizing every day, and the hotel bar closing at 11:00 PM I wouldn't ever stay here again. Show owner comment »

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243 O'Farrell St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 954-0777

Dueling Pianos at Johnny Foleys  

Category: Music Venues
Neighborhoods: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

5.0 star rating
Update - 6/10/2010
Alejandro no longer works there so Dueling Pianos is bumped up to 5, well deserved, stars!

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  • 4.0 star rating
    1/18/2010

    A few weeks ago a friend of a friend whisked a group of us ladies to Mad Pianos at John Foley's (not actually at John Foley's but one practically unmarked door down). I was amazed that in my 4 years as a San Francisco resident I had not stumbled upon this wonderful place that my friend Caitlin described, most accurately, as the "most hilarious/awkward/aw ful/amazing place ever."

    The piano players are very talented, know almost every song you can come up with, and keep the audience engaged with audience participation and fellatio jokes. The wait staff is pretty quick on a packed weekend night. The crowd is an interesting mix of "fun rowdy" tourists and locals. Even the security guy is friendly and helpful instead of the traditional juicehead with an anger management problem that seem to plague the security guards in this city.

    The ONLY reason I am not giving this place a much deserved 5 stars is due to their piano player Alejandro. It takes quite a bit to offend me (http://www.yelp.c...) but the two times I've been there Alejandro has said something so offensive (I'm not talking fellatio jokes here kids) my group has left the bar. Last time it was calling Snoop Dogg's Gin and Juice "crackhead black people music" more than once. In addition to coming off as incredibly racist he also ruins perfectly good fun songs but not knowing the words and making them up. A lot of the other piano players do this as well but they make up funnier lyrics which have everyone rolling in the aisles. Alejandro is just annoying but not annoying enough to ruin this bar/show.

    TIPS:
    + While the bar takes cards I highly recommend bringing some cash for "bribe money"
    + Get there early (8:00 PM) if you want a seat. It gets packed very quickly.
    + Don't request Don't Stop Believin' too early in the night. It annoys the piano players.

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126 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 750-9787

Chapeau!  

Category: French
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

5.0 star rating
2/4/2010
I can't say one negative thing about Chapeau!

Around 9:00 PM on a Saturday night a date and I decided to grab dinner. He called Chapeau to find out if they had any available reservations despite the late hour and their impending closing time (10:30 PM). The reservationist told him to come in around 9:45 PM and to not even thinking about what time they shut their doors.

We were greeted  boisterously with Bonsoir and Bienvenue by every single employee, starting with one of the chefs who was standing outside talking to other patrons, and ushered into the loud, cozy, and warm ambiance that is Chapeau!

The food was outstanding. Between the two of us we had the mussel soup, escargot, cassoulet, bacon wrapped pork tenderloin, crème brûlée , and profiteroles. I could order any of those things and be more than happy. Did I mention all that food was on the prix fixe menu costing $38 per person?

True to their word when we finally waddled out of Chapeau! it was nearly midnight and there were still several patrons enjoying a relaxed long meal.  Chapeau! is an absolute gem of a neighborhood restaurant and I can't wait to go back!

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5.0 star rating
2/4/2010
WOW! What can't I say about Roger Niner?

After accidentally catching one of his karaoke shows (complete with inflatable saxophone and cow bell) I approached Roger Niner to DJ/Karaoke a charity event I was planning.

He was completely professional when it counted yet totally unprofessional and fun when I needed him to be. I would highly recommend you catch any of his karaoke nights or events.

He even added Shoop to his playlist for me!

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2076 Chestnut St
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 572-4437

Marathon Matt  

Category: Trainers
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

5.0 star rating
12/10/2009
I love my couch. I also love good food, booze, brunch and sleeping in. So imagine how hard I laughed when a good friend requested I start training for a 1/2 marathon with her. After many discussions I realized I had no reason not to.

I e-mailed Matt (whose response was quick and friendly) asking him if this training program I'd read so much about was really for me because, to be completely honest, a lot of the "sub this" and "mile pace" and "I've run 3 marathons" in the yelp reviews really intimidated me. Matt assured me there were different levels of fitness/ expertise and I decided to give it a shot.

We're only a few weeks into training but everything about the program has really impressed me. Matt, Brett, Micah, Eve, and the employees of Fleet Feet are incredibly supportive and knowledgeable. The participants in the group are so diverse and interesting. There are enough people in each "group" of runners that despite the fact I'm not in the best of shape I never feel left behind or like I'm embarrassing myself. There are so many events and classes each week I haven't quit moving since I started the program.

I can not recommend Marathon Matt enough. Whether you're looking to run a marathon, lose a few pounds (I'm already down 8!), get in better shape, or learn more about running I definitely think he is one of the better coaches out there.

Oh and to my couch, don't worry....I get 2 days off a week ;-) I'M COMIN' HOME BABY!

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San Francisco, CA

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February 2007

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Invisible Monsters - Chuck Palahniuk

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K.C. & The Sunshine Band

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Almost Famous

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Alan Rickman