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Baladie Gourmet Café is almost like a little piece of the Mediterranean right in the middle of San Francisco. Murals line a few of the walls, while others are covered in shelves adorned with traditional Mediterranean spices and decorations. Guests have the option of sitting inside this cozy restaurant or outside on the patio. With its limited hours, this restaurant is ideal for lunch or early dinner. Delivery is also an option for those with homes and offices near to this family owned restaurant. Most of their menu is available all day, with popular items such as the Lentel Soup …
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With their long list of sushi and sashimi rolls, it is clear what the specialty of Bento House is. Whether customers are ordering for dine-in, take-out, or delivery, they can be sure that they are getting some of the freshest rolls around. Guests not in the mood for sushi will appreciate the many other options that are available, such as a long list of Noodle Soups, including the popular Chicken Udon Soup, and Stir-Fry options. The House Bento Box section of the menu offers diners a cost efficient way to sample different items on the menu, combo style.
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Gateway Croissant of the Tenderloin specializes in breakfast items, including doughnuts, breakfast sandwiches, and you guessed it—croissants. A wide array of options for meat-eaters and vegetarians alike can be found in this bakery-style restaurant. In addition to these breakfast staples, Gateway Croissant has branched out to include Hawaiian barbeque and sandwiches in their menu. The interior is designed to display the finest wares, with café style tables throughout the cozy dining room offering customers a place to enjoy their meal.
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A place that is not too far, far away in the city of San Francisco, lies Galaxcy Pizza that provides out of this world pizza with incredible flavor combinations. Choose from favorites like the Moon pizza, made of three meats and fresh vegetable toppings or the Venus Pizza, containing a generous amount of pesto, artichoke, olives, mushrooms, garlic. Galaxcy Pizza also offers delivery service that covers most of the districts in the downtown SF.
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Located near the BART station on Powell, Cable Car Coffee offers freshly brewed coffee, café drinks, and sandwiches. Cable Car Coffee is a perfect spot to pick up your morning coffee right before you start your daily grind or to enjoy one of their handmade sandwiches in their outdoor seating area. Enjoy a latte before work, at lunch, or after your 9 till 5 at Cable Car Coffee at the Powell station.
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Located on Cyril Magnin St in Union Square, Barbary Coast serves mouth watering baked goods, coffees, and teas. Other selections are fresh donuts and breakfast sandwiches, perfect for guests that work in the area and are looking for a breakfast spot that serves great dishes. Barbary Coast is a great place to grab your morning coffee and a pastry on the side.
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Daniel's Cafe is a hidden gem nestled near Downtown SF and Powell St BART station. This cozy cafe offers patrons a destination for a quick bit and a refreshing cup of coffee. Not like other cafe where their ingredients are pre-cooked waiting for an unlucky patron, Daniel's cooks each Breakfast Sandwiches fresh and handcrafted by their friendly staff. Grab a sit at Daniel's storefront seating and enjoy a hot pastry, coffee, or a breakfast sandwich.
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Through tradition, Andersen Bakery brings joy of life with every loaf they make. Combining only the finest and freshest all natural ingredients, they construct the tastiest lofts of bread and baked goods imagine. At their café located at Market St and other locations, Andersen’s takes their well crafted bread and creates delicious deli sandwiches. Andersen Bakery offers other fine choices like soups, paninis, and salads if sandwiches are not your cup of tea.
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Located in the far off pits of the Tenderloin, Ho King Grill serves authentic, fast food Chinese cuisine. Its colorful and casual atmosphere welcomes guests for a quick bit to eat. During the morning rush, Ho King Grill serves an affordable Breakfast Menu that offers traditional mains and sides like pancakes, hash browns, bacon, and sausage. Located a stones throw from the Civic Center BART station, Ho King Grill is a ideal place for a quick bit of delicious Chinese cuisine during the lunch hour.
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Two blocks away from the famous Fisherman's Wharf, Coffee Adventures on Columbus Avenue creates delicious cafe drinks and offers variety of pastries, sandwiches, and salads. Deemed to have the “Best Chai in San Francisco,” Coffee Adventures has a wide assortment of fresh Loose Leaf Teas served hot or cold for your drinking pleasure. A family environment, children and adults can enjoy the slot car race track inside the main area. Guests can choose to relax inside the cafe or utilize the outside patio to enjoy their coffee, tea, or hot pastries.
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For those sunny days spent exploring the San Francisco shoreline, Dryer’s Ice Cream Pier 39 provides a sweet pit stop. This Fisherman’s Wharf location offers a variety of flavors from classic chocolate to newcomers like green tea and mocha mousse chocolate. Sizes come by the scoop, in either a cup or cone, with a selection of candy or fruit toppings so each treat seeker can personalize their choice. For those looking for variety, Dryer’s also offers non ice cream alternatives such as self serve frozen yogurt, bulk candy, and blended beverages. The walk up counter allows customers to collect their …
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The Fisherman’s Pizzeria is the answer for the fisherman’s hunger for something other than fish. Brothers Chuck and Tom opened this pizzeria and it quickly became a hit with all the local fishermen and tourists. People say that Fishermen’s Pizzeria is the finest pizza joint in SF because of their flavorful, home-made, handspun crust with their tangy garlic tomato sauce, the finest cheese, and freshest topping. People from all sizes and palettes will enjoy Fisherman’s Pizzeria.
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Guardino's creates fresh seafood dishes that locals and tourist flock to. Guardino's open market stand serves tasty seafood creations in San Francisco's famous Fisherman's Wharf. Guest can indulge on their tasty entrees like their creamy and chunky Clam Chowder in a fresh sourdough bowl or fresh steamed crab legs that are caught fresh each morning. Diners can relax in the outdoor seating area while devouring Guardino's Crab Sandwich or any other fresh seafood dish Guardino's offers.
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Located near the famous Fisherman's Wharf, Pizza Zone creates delicious Italian entrees and offers pizza by the slice. Pizza Zone attracts the foot traffic with the aroma of freshly baked pizzas from their ovens. Each pizza is handmade utilizing the freshest ingredients. Quick and efficient, Pizza Zone serves each guest to the highest degree of customer service so they can get in and out to enjoy the day at the Wharf.
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In this day and age, it's hard to find a friendly neighborhood bar with a great selection of beer and traditional pub food, as well as some modern favorites. It's even more difficult to find an establishment that provides all of these things and brews its own award-winning beer; welcome to Magnolia Gastropub & Brewery. Located on the corner of Haight and Masonic, Magnolia provides an authentic pub experience with a healthy helping of superior quality, gourmet dishes, and exotic beer. The brew at Magnolia consistently takes home medals from some of the country's most prestigious competitions, and earns the …
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Visitors to The Grove in Lower Pacific Heights have found a place that serves delicious food in a fun, accommodating atmosphere that provides friendly service. Located on Fillmore Street, The Grove puts a uniquely tasty spin on a variety of popular cafe dishes made with fresh and delicious ingredients. Diners can enjoy either a hearty breakfast platter or grab a tasty breakfast sandwich to go, complete with a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice or a Bloody Mary in a pilsner glass. Lunch provides the opportunity for a delicious hot or cold sandwich on fresh bread, or the chance to …
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Visitors to The Grove have found a place that serves delicious food in a fun, accommodating atmosphere that provides friendly service. The Grove puts a uniquely tasty spin on a variety of popular cafe dishes made with fresh and delicious ingredients. Diners can enjoy either a hearty breakfast platter or grab a tasty breakfast sandwich to go, complete with a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice or a Bloody Mary in a pilsner glass. Lunch provides the opportunity for a delicious hot or cold sandwich on fresh bread, or the chance to order a salad to-go and take it back …
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Few Taverns in the United States offer the charming decor, friendly atmosphere, and menu combining Old World dishes with modern favorites as The Tipsy Pig on Chestnut Street. The tavern's interior evokes the nostalgic feel of Old World social houses, and the rich wood accents, brick walls, coffered ceilings, and faux study decor give the place a comfortable yet refined atmosphere. The spacious and fully furnished patio (complete with heat lamps) provides an excellent spot for large groups of friends and a breath of crisp, fresh air. The menu at The Tipsy Pig features classic dishes that have been given …
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Over a half a century ago, Swiss Louis Restaurant opened up its doors in San Francisco on Broadway Street. After 42 years of being established, it moved to Pier 39, bringing visitors a taste of Italy and continuing its Italian tradition at a new location. Serving the finest Italian dishes that include the freshest catches of the day like their Spaghetti con Gamberi, sautéed prawns in a light tomato sauce, and their house specialty Cioppino, a seafood medley stew top with a light cioppino sauce, they mastered the art of Italian seafood cuisine. Swiss Louis Restaurant provides diners with a …
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Located at the front of Pier 39, Chowder’s offers seafood cuisine for the fraction of the cost without skipping out on the quality. Made fresh all day, Chowder offers a wide variety of seafood entrees like Fish and Chips, deep fried to perfection and White or Red Clam Chowder with fresh celery, onions, potatoes and crispy bacon. So the next time you stop by Pier 39, look out for Scoop the Pelican- Chowder’s mascot, to show you the way to Chowder’s front door and delicious seafood cuisine.