Arroyo and Shpritz Chiropractic
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

500 Sutter Street
Suite 906
San Francisco, CA 94102

peter s. writes: Dr. Shpritz and Dr. Arroyo outstanding individuals from head to tail bone. I've been going to them for the last 7 years and they're sincerity, calm center and honest concern for my well being has a been a beacon of strength for me in my life. I walk…

Cafe Andree
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

562 Sutter St
Hotel Rex
San Francisco, CA 94102

Gourmet G. writes: This intimate cafe off the lobby of the Hotel Rex feels more like a private library than a public dining room and is ideal for theatergoers looking for a place to grab a light bite before the show. The constantly changing menu offers both small plate…

Sushi Ran

107 Caledonia St
Sausalito, CA 94965

megan w. writes: I realize it's a totally different scenario if you sit at the sushi bar. If you sit at the sushi bar at Sushi Ran, you get lavished with toro and mystery chef's choice fish and all the love and happiness your parents never gave you. I get that.

But…

Good Luck Dim Sum
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

736 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94118

Perci N. writes: 100th review -- both for me and for Good Luck Dim Sum. How lucky. =D

I've lived in SF for nearly a dozen years in the Inner Richmond, and I've probably been to Good Luck Dim Sum more than any establishment in Northern California. How is Good Luck…

Elephant Pharmacy
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area, Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

1607 Shattuck Ave
Berkeley, CA 94709

Darin I. writes: There's a huge sign in the parking lot that reads "Elephant Pharmacy: The Drug Store That Prescribes Yoga."

Now look Dumbo, I think it's JUST G-R-R-R-EAT that you carry wind chimes hammered by Tibetan babies, beautiful flowers (oh fuck off, I'm gay,…

Joseph Cozza Salon
Neighborhood: SOMA

747 Market Street, 4th Floor
Four Seasons
San Francisco, CA 94103

ellyk E. writes: "I read a survey that said guys think a little bang in the eye is sexy."  If your hairdresser said a phrase as awesome as that, without immediately getting the double-entendre, you'd give them five stars too.

Joseph Schmidt Confections
Neighborhood: Castro

3489 16th Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

tinna h. writes: Why did they have to go and make their truffles so big? With braces, I can't really bite down into anything with my front teeth, so I weighed my options: 1) bite and risk losing a bracket, 2) cut the truffle open with a knife, 3) just stuff it into…

The Deco Lounge
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

510 Larkin St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Peter M. writes: Has this ever happened to you........

You're out to dinner with a beautiful woman and her fabulous gay friend.  After a lovely dinner you all decide a nude male review would be the perfect way to end the evening.  We enter Deco Lounge on live nude…

Annabella's San Francisco
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

1817 Powell Street
San Francisco, CA 94133

Lenea M. writes: I totally love coming in and see what Annabella has in store. The clothing are almost one of a kind and the price is not so bad.  And it fits for all lady body size...I dont have to starve myself to fit in one of the cute dresses......Fur Real!!!

Kiku of Tokyo
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

333 O'Farrell Street
Hilton Hotel
San Francisco, CA 94102

Toro E. writes: Kiku of Tokyo is starting to become my favorite Japanese restaurant in San Francisco.  If you want to experience some serious Japanese dining experience, head to Kiku of Tokyo.  

Reason 1:  Flexibility.  You could have a nice business dinner and spend…

Sodini's Green Valley Restaurant
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

510 Green Street
San Francisco, CA 94133

KayJay .. writes: There are two things I do not do:  

1.  North Beach
2.  The Marina

Actually, I take that back, there are three things I do not do:

1.  North Beach
2.  The Marina
3.  Da Buttsecks

Well, on a few occasions I have been known to be talked into a couple of…

Sushi Main Street

696 Mill Street
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Nicole G. writes: C and I met up for dinner, and soon we were driving down Highway 1 with a gorgeous view of the cliffs and ocean below.  I wondered to myself where we were going, and then just settled into the ride.

When we parked in Half Moon Bay, I knew right away…

Jasmin's Cafe
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

809 Bush Street
San Francisco, CA 94108

Farajaqua S. writes: those bitches always gettin in my business but they make a mean plate of nachos so I likes them boys alright. You can also distract them while you is waiting and drink a soda pop after you done paid. them boys is cute but always sweatin all over that…

Tanuki Restaurant
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

4419 California St
San Francisco, CA 94118

nobu k. writes: It was Monday night.
Most of Sushi place closed on Monday.
But Tanuki is open for 7 days.

This place is 100% Japanese.

There was a sushi chef only be here when owner needs a break.
He was my kind.
"Shari " was begger.
Not too sweet.
good long slice of "Neta"…

University of San Francisco
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

2130 Fulton St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Kristina R. writes: Them Jesuits sure know how to learn a person, but good!  

I spent a year at USF, and was impressed.  Although the parking situation was the worst I've ever experienced in San Francisco, or anywhere else, for that matter.

My classes were small,…

Wat Mongkolratanaram
Neighborhood: South Berkeley

1911 Russell St
Berkeley, CA 94703

Teddy B. writes: There's a theory brewing in the back of my brain that ALL THAI FOOD TASTES THE SAME. Nothing amazing, nothing terrible. It tastes the same here and it tastes the same there. It's the ambiance that changes.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *…

Cole-Fox Hardware
Neighborhood: SOMA

70 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

jessica t. writes: I see you baby, pushin that cart, pushin that cart, pushin that cart,
I see you baby, pushin that cart, pushin that cart, pushin that cart.

The gleam of my silver laundry cart catches the sun, as I push it down the gravel slope.

It catches the glint in…

One Big Man, One Big Truck
Neighborhood: SOMA

401 Terry Francois Street
Suite 126
San Francisco, CA 94101

elle b. writes: I found these guys through Yelp and am so glad for the referral. Y'all were so right: Fred and his crew were great--professional, efficient, and customer-oriented. Fred was diligent about reviewing the pre-move details with me (my inventory,…

House of Coffee
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

1618 Noriega Street
San Francisco, CA 94122

Gregory B. writes: The perfect place for the quick cyclist training ride breakfast: a medium regular coffee and an oatmeal raisin cookie.  I make my daily stop at HOC every morning and really enjoy seeing the usual folk talking about their lives and what's new for that…

Cheese Steak Shop

1626 Cypress Street
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Lukey B. writes: I only at this shop once while I was in the area but it was pretty good. I ordered the Deluxe Cheese Steak Sandwich and added jalapenos and extra cheese. It is very convenient to order from them for take-out using Waiter.com. I enjoyed my sandwich,…

Sausalito Ferry Company Gift Store

688 Bridgeway
Sausalito, CA 94965

Erin R. writes: Things that you will find at the Sausalito Ferry Co:

- Candy G-strings and bras
- Communist moustache and beard sets
- Instant Gay Lisp sour tarts
- Sushi-print tissues
- I heart Porn magnets
- The complete Monchhichi doll collection
- Sigmund Freud and…

Bender's Bar and Grill
Neighborhood: Mission

806 S Van Ness Ave
San Francisco, CA 94110

Starla D. writes: If you are a vegetarian biker person that likes rock and roll, dirt, bandanna's, dog collars with silver studs, or fried pickles you should come here.  

I didn't try the fried pickles *dry heave* but I did order vegan chicken wings!!!! They don't have…

Whiskey Thieves
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

839 Geary St
San Francisco, CA 94109

Jessica V. writes: I hate cigarettes.  I can't stomach smoking... and I mean that literally, if I take one little drag of a cigarette I'm gonna throw up.  You can smoke inside of Whiskey Thieves, so when my Euro friend wants to go out for drinks in my neighborhood we…

North Beach Video
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

1398 Grant Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94133

michelle i. writes: wow, great little video store! i used to come here every day like the movie-junkie i am... they never even made fun of me when i would rent the same movies over and over and over. great service. sadly i never get to come here anymore because i moved…

Academy of Ballet
Neighborhood: Castro

2121 Market Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

SFDance M. writes: The Academy of Ballet is a ballet school with a comprehensive program for children and teens interested in pursuing a dance career.  The Academy also provides a thorough program for adults.  Most classes provide an accompanist.
The instructional…

Mama's Royal Cafe

393 Miller Ave
Mill Valley, CA 94941

lynnie p. writes: Good, solid breakfast food.  When Kendra visits, she likes coming here because they give her a side of extra powdered sugar for her french toast.  I usually order one of their scrambles (and always with bacon).   They don't have french fries, I don't…

Cinta Salon
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

23 Grant Ave
Second Floor
San Francisco, CA 94108

Suge K. writes: My friend in NYC, whose nickname is Satan, once told me to never go to anyone who's not Russian for waxing. I didn't pay attention at the time, since her name is Satan and she can be a bit of an asshole at times. Then I went to Baltimore and found a…

Kaplan's Surplus & Sport Good
Neighborhood: SOMA

1055 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94103

stephanie i. writes: Looking for a bullhorn or a megaphone? I was. And I think Kaplan's is probably one of the only stores in SF where you can find one.

They've got tons of other stuff too. But all I wanted was my bullhorn. And it's awesome. Paid $100 for it but it works…

Pho Tan Hoa
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

431 Jones St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Fallopian Swim Team D. writes: Wow. This is the first bowl of pho that I could not finish (#7 large). Walked passed this place on the way to Dotties, Tajine, and Shalimar. never gave it a second thought until I read the Yelp review. Went on Saturday morning, and found a restaurant…

Les Cent Culottes
Neighborhood: Russian Hill

2200 Polk St.
San Francisco, CA 94109

lisa g. writes: How did I never notice this place before?  
I have walked up and down Polk on many a sunny day but somehow this little shop barely off Polk on Vallejo escaped my notice.

Yesterday I saw it .  
As I approached I became enchanted with one of the sets…

Taqueria El Farolito
Neighborhood: East Oakland, Fruitvale

3646 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94601

mango d. writes: I now have a place to quell my cravings for a mission burrito when at home in the 510. The burrito was served nice and warm, with those chunks of avocado we all love. Tacos were good as well.  All was excellent washed down with mexican Coke. Ahhh.

Playa Azul
Neighborhood: Bernal Heights

3318 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

jordano k. writes: so i ask you, yelpers, "would you rather hang out and party at puerto alegre with the hipsters or at an authentic mexican restaurant with the true missionites?" as much as i enjoy puerto alegre, i definitely prefer the latter.

for those who know me,…

Method Home Care
Neighborhood: Financial District

637 Commercial St
San Francisco, CA 94111

Gil S. writes: I know they are the coolest home cleaning products around, in attractive and functional containers and environmentally friendly too.

But this is their world headquarters, not some store.  So you can all go home now.  Stop clogging the alley.

Ten Ren Tea Co.

3288 Pierce St
Richmond, CA 94804

Ken K. writes: Review is for one drink only.

Four words: ICED GREEN TEA W/HONEY (Fung Mi Lu Tsa in Mandarin)

For some reason this drink speaks volumes and volumes to me. I'm so afraid of disappointment I can't drum up the courage to try other flavors. It is that bad.…

Livejournal
Neighborhood: SOMA

548 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Monica M. writes: where else can you bitch about your life and actually have people comment on it?
the best concept since sliced bread.

Silver Screen Video Center
Neighborhood: Grand Lake, Lower Hills

3850 Grand Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

Patrick B. writes: This is my typical experience at NetFlix

"Click!"
"Adding Movie to Your Queue"
"Other Movies You Might Enjoy"

This was my experience at Silver Screen today renting Michael Clayton

"Hey Patrick!  How ya doing?  How's the family?"
"Doing good thanks!…

Tal-Y-Tara Tea & Polo Shoppe
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

6439 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94121

Liz C. writes: I've been obsessed about going for tea. Probably because I like to talk my companion to death and having tea at the same time is a perfect combination...well, at least for me. My victim...AGAIN...was my friend Christina. I dragged her to this cool…

UCSF Library
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

530 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143

grace m. writes: 5th floor, in the back.... the leather chairs for chillaxin'... the picturesque view of GG Park and GG Bridge... unobstructed.  Look to your left and enjoy the sunset.  Look to your right and see the SF skyline.  Drink in all the beauty and life…

Piedmont Stationers and Office Supply
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Piedmont Ave

4171 Piedmont Ave
Oakland, CA 94611

Michelle S. writes: My friends are so cute. They all think that I waste my time in coffee shops with my laptop and write. This is mostly true; save for I leave the laptop at home. Then they buy me these really cute journals and say "Now, I know you probably use your…

Alexander Pope
Neighborhood: North Oakland

5413 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618

Alice S. writes: I usually don't like to tell people where I get my hair done.  

It is a secret that I guard like my stash of spicy chocolate (DON'T look on top of my refrigerator!!!), but I had a discussion with my stylist this weekend where I admitted that I don't…