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Yelping SinceFebruary 2007
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2496 3rd St
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 643-8592
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 643-8592
Dogpatch Saloon
Categories: Pubs, Jazz & Blues
Neighborhoods: Dogpatch, Potrero Hill
1600 Dolores Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 695-9216
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 695-9216
O'Greenbergs
Category: Bars
Neighborhood: Noe Valley
The reviews for this place are hilariously all over the map. Clearly, it is not adored by some of the neighborhood yuppie crowd, but it would appear that the neighboring Mission crew likes it.
As a visitor from the Dogpatch - I really appreciate this place. The beer on tap is good, there are usually big tables available for gatherings (with Megan D. & crew) and one time, the bartender told me I looked like Tina Fey and then gave us a leftover free pizza. Also, O'Greenbergs is steps away from Mitchell's. What's more - the jukebox has R. Kelly, weird '90s hits, and classic rock.
I would have given this place 5 stars but I do find the Wednesday night softball team dudes to be a bit rowdy, even for my tastes.
As a visitor from the Dogpatch - I really appreciate this place. The beer on tap is good, there are usually big tables available for gatherings (with Megan D. & crew) and one time, the bartender told me I looked like Tina Fey and then gave us a leftover free pizza. Also, O'Greenbergs is steps away from Mitchell's. What's more - the jukebox has R. Kelly, weird '90s hits, and classic rock.
I would have given this place 5 stars but I do find the Wednesday night softball team dudes to be a bit rowdy, even for my tastes.
2325 3rd Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 503-0200
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 503-0200
Third Street Pilates
Category: Pilates
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill
3rd Street Pilates is a beautiful location with generally excellent instructors. I particularly love the mat classes with Gabby on Saturday mornings. Her instruction is clear and precise and I never feel lost. I also think that the studio does a good job accommodating different levels in mat classes. Monday night classes have always really kicked my butt - I am typically sore for days afterwards.
I haven't done equipment classes, but they look challenging and fun. As an added perk, the studio has hair ties, if you forget them, and little nibbly snacks near the entrance.
I haven't done equipment classes, but they look challenging and fun. As an added perk, the studio has hair ties, if you forget them, and little nibbly snacks near the entrance.
I'm going to use this review to correct a few misconceptions about this place. I guess I'm feeling a little defensive because I liked it so much:
1) There is PBR - in cans.
2) Not a misconception - but they also carry the Juniper Gin from Anchor Steam which is *the* most delicious gin in the world. In fact, it is the only gin I will drink.
3) Though I dislike virtually all animals, especially dogs, the "open dog" policy is not out of control at Homestead. On a crowded Saturday night, there was only one, very chill dog in the place. I kind of liked that dog, which is really saying something coming from the daughter of a mailman.
4) You can play some kind of dice game to win a pool of money - also not a misconception, but cool.
5) The music in the jukebox is eclectic and awesome, not strange. I've never been in a bar with Mahalia Jackson and other old timey gospel selections and I fully support their inclusion.
All in all, this place is faaaantastic.
1) There is PBR - in cans.
2) Not a misconception - but they also carry the Juniper Gin from Anchor Steam which is *the* most delicious gin in the world. In fact, it is the only gin I will drink.
3) Though I dislike virtually all animals, especially dogs, the "open dog" policy is not out of control at Homestead. On a crowded Saturday night, there was only one, very chill dog in the place. I kind of liked that dog, which is really saying something coming from the daughter of a mailman.
4) You can play some kind of dice game to win a pool of money - also not a misconception, but cool.
5) The music in the jukebox is eclectic and awesome, not strange. I've never been in a bar with Mahalia Jackson and other old timey gospel selections and I fully support their inclusion.
All in all, this place is faaaantastic.
3957 24th St
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 970-9750
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 970-9750
Noe Knit - CLOSED
Category: Art Supplies
Neighborhood: Noe Valley
Noe Knit is a place where your grandma would feel at home and comfortable. It's very friendly, clean, and organized without any clutter. By contrast, I find ImagiKnit almost too cool for school and aloof.
I really enjoyed browsing through Noe Knit and found some great organic turquoise Uruguayan cotton yarn and some very macho grey merino yarn for my husband's new mathematical fibonacci scarf.
The selection is far more limited and pricier than ImagiKnit. I wish that I could blend the customer service at Noe with the selection at ImagiKnit. That would be my ideal yarn store, and I would call it - "Knitwit." (I like how knitting stores can get away with stupid punny names).
I really enjoyed browsing through Noe Knit and found some great organic turquoise Uruguayan cotton yarn and some very macho grey merino yarn for my husband's new mathematical fibonacci scarf.
The selection is far more limited and pricier than ImagiKnit. I wish that I could blend the customer service at Noe with the selection at ImagiKnit. That would be my ideal yarn store, and I would call it - "Knitwit." (I like how knitting stores can get away with stupid punny names).
2406 Bryant St
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 641-7209
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 641-7209
El Metate
Category: Mexican
Neighborhood: Mission
The carnitas super burrito I had last night in the restaurant was unbelievably delicious. The meat was browned and perfectly crispy, the salsa was nice, the ratio of beans/rice to meat was also very good. Even the chips were toothsome, not too salty and great.
If this had been my only experience with El Metate (that's Spanish for "The Metate"), I would have given this place something along the lines of 7 stars. Unfortunately, my other experience, which was a take out al pastor burrito was subpar.
I suppose every place has its lackluster nights but I hope to return again soon for another seven star experience. Aside from the food, the service was good, all of the tables were dirty - which was gross, the decor is cute, and there is no beer - which is a tragedy. Fortunately the burritos are so good, I managed to survive without cerveza.
If this had been my only experience with El Metate (that's Spanish for "The Metate"), I would have given this place something along the lines of 7 stars. Unfortunately, my other experience, which was a take out al pastor burrito was subpar.
I suppose every place has its lackluster nights but I hope to return again soon for another seven star experience. Aside from the food, the service was good, all of the tables were dirty - which was gross, the decor is cute, and there is no beer - which is a tragedy. Fortunately the burritos are so good, I managed to survive without cerveza.
I love Nation's hamburgers at 4 in the morning. They have delicious pies and a plethora of ketchup. Mmmm. There is no better conclusion to a late late night out with friends. For vegetarians, they'll make grilled cheese.
Also, perhaps I was a bit too sleepy/drunk to be properly aware, but I do not find this place at all "scary."
Also, perhaps I was a bit too sleepy/drunk to be properly aware, but I do not find this place at all "scary."
I'm giving Aldrich 5 stars because it was my childhood church and formed me into the person I am today.
In full disclosure, Aldrich is an urban PCUSA church, and like many mainline denominations, its membership has declined and aged in recent years. Still, the place is open, earnest, and welcoming and I always enjoy going back. I've only heard the new pastor preach once, but it was an excellent and poignant sermon. My brother - a high school senior - plays the piano and sings in the worship band. That's saying something I think - that a talented high school kid would want to spend every Sunday morning playing songs at church with a lot of people who are well past high school age.
Finally, I got married here, and so did my parents, so rock on Aldrich!
In full disclosure, Aldrich is an urban PCUSA church, and like many mainline denominations, its membership has declined and aged in recent years. Still, the place is open, earnest, and welcoming and I always enjoy going back. I've only heard the new pastor preach once, but it was an excellent and poignant sermon. My brother - a high school senior - plays the piano and sings in the worship band. That's saying something I think - that a talented high school kid would want to spend every Sunday morning playing songs at church with a lot of people who are well past high school age.
Finally, I got married here, and so did my parents, so rock on Aldrich!
5461 N Shore Dr
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-6274
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-6274
New Scenic Cafe
Categories: Vegetarian, American (New)
Double Wow. Wow!
No offense to the North Shore, but I never expected to find such a fabulous and inventive restaurant along Hwy 61. In the same vein of California cuisine with simple, stellar ingredients (a la Chez Panisse, IMO), New Scenic has mastered North Shore cooking.
Although it's been several months, I still remember my perfect roast chicken with vegetables, cherries, and a cream sauce gravy. The salad we split was awesome and included grapes, cheeses, baby greens, and delicate, crunchy pieces of phyllo dough. It was one of the best salads I've ever had. I was also favorably impressed by the wine list, the unobtrusive service, and the dessert, a panna cotta trio, full of fresh, fresh berries.
No offense to the North Shore, but I never expected to find such a fabulous and inventive restaurant along Hwy 61. In the same vein of California cuisine with simple, stellar ingredients (a la Chez Panisse, IMO), New Scenic has mastered North Shore cooking.
Although it's been several months, I still remember my perfect roast chicken with vegetables, cherries, and a cream sauce gravy. The salad we split was awesome and included grapes, cheeses, baby greens, and delicate, crunchy pieces of phyllo dough. It was one of the best salads I've ever had. I was also favorably impressed by the wine list, the unobtrusive service, and the dessert, a panna cotta trio, full of fresh, fresh berries.
The kind and sweet owners of this B&B aren't meddlesome but aren't standoffish either. They have Aveda products in their guest rooms and seem environmentally conscious overall. The breakfasts were delicious, so scrumptious, in fact, that I bought their little self-published cookbook. The house has a wide DVD selection for cold nights, evening snacks, and is very conveniently located on the shoreline and walking distance from Downtown Duluth.
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I've always loved the DPS. It is a clean, surprisingly friendly bar, with snacks and very clean bathrooms that have trivia on the walls. The bartenders are sweet, you can apparently play Keno, and the jukebox gives you four songs for a dollar.
Last night - the DPS achieved new heights of awesomeness. First off, the bartender, Michael, decided he loved our group and gave us INSANE deals on (typically unavailable) pitchers of Anchor Steam. I believe we got 4 HUGE pitchers plus 4 beers for $40. Also, Michael did not want us to leave, so he locked the doors. Bizarre, but hilarious. He also encouraged us to dance to tunes from Pulp Fiction and one of us cut a rug with Michael on the impromptu dance floor.
If I could give DPS 7 stars, I would.