Erika’s Mission District SF Guidebook

Erika
Erika’s Mission District SF Guidebook

Neighborhoods

The Mission District of San Francisco is one of the most diverse and vibrant neighborhoods in the city, brimming with street art, live music, and some of the best food in the city. Whether you want to go on a fine art stroll or a street art hunt, get some amazing coffee and pastries from Tartine, taste delicious local food, or enjoy world-class Michelin starred restaurants and bar delights, the Mission has it all.
355 yerel halk öneriyor
Mission Bölgesi
355 yerel halk öneriyor
The Mission District of San Francisco is one of the most diverse and vibrant neighborhoods in the city, brimming with street art, live music, and some of the best food in the city. Whether you want to go on a fine art stroll or a street art hunt, get some amazing coffee and pastries from Tartine, taste delicious local food, or enjoy world-class Michelin starred restaurants and bar delights, the Mission has it all.

Food scene

I can't get enough of their plantain chips, fried chicken sandwich, and croquetas. They also have a stunning mural on the side of the building that's worth visiting.
9 yerel halk öneriyor
Media Noche
3465 19th St
9 yerel halk öneriyor
I can't get enough of their plantain chips, fried chicken sandwich, and croquetas. They also have a stunning mural on the side of the building that's worth visiting.
Try the Rebel Within for breakfast, and don't hesitate to try anything else on the menu. Locals are willing to stand in line to get one of their pastries, so you can't go wrong here.
137 yerel halk öneriyor
Craftsman and Wolves
746 Valencia St
137 yerel halk öneriyor
Try the Rebel Within for breakfast, and don't hesitate to try anything else on the menu. Locals are willing to stand in line to get one of their pastries, so you can't go wrong here.
Fabulous cocktails, curated beer selection, and the bar scene you were looking for. Come hungry because their food is exceptional as well.
20 yerel halk öneriyor
The Beehive
842 Valencia St
20 yerel halk öneriyor
Fabulous cocktails, curated beer selection, and the bar scene you were looking for. Come hungry because their food is exceptional as well.
Michelin starred but humble, approachable, and absolutely delicious. Make a reservation! If you have the time, go for the tasting menu.
105 yerel halk öneriyor
AL's Place
1499 Valencia Street
105 yerel halk öneriyor
Michelin starred but humble, approachable, and absolutely delicious. Make a reservation! If you have the time, go for the tasting menu.
Two Michelin stars, ideal for the super foodie. It's fun and down to earth, and while your wallet will feel the sting, your taste buds will not mind one bit.
33 yerel halk öneriyor
Lazy Bear
3416 19th St
33 yerel halk öneriyor
Two Michelin stars, ideal for the super foodie. It's fun and down to earth, and while your wallet will feel the sting, your taste buds will not mind one bit.
There are a lot of amazing roasters and coffee shops in SF, but this is the one closest to our flat. They deliver high quality, fabulous coffee and have wonderful art on display by local artists, to boot.
295 yerel halk öneriyor
Ritual Coffee Roasters
1026 Valencia St
295 yerel halk öneriyor
There are a lot of amazing roasters and coffee shops in SF, but this is the one closest to our flat. They deliver high quality, fabulous coffee and have wonderful art on display by local artists, to boot.
There are two locations, and this is our favorite of the two. It's a bit larger and better for groups / families. Amazing ceviche + Peruvian delights. I recommend Polli y Papas, but truly you can't go wrong here.
203 yerel halk öneriyor
Limón Rotisserie
524 Valencia St
203 yerel halk öneriyor
There are two locations, and this is our favorite of the two. It's a bit larger and better for groups / families. Amazing ceviche + Peruvian delights. I recommend Polli y Papas, but truly you can't go wrong here.
Small foodie owned place. Fabulous asian fusion foods with quality ingredients. You can't go wrong with this innovative asian comfort spot.
Chic n’ Time
807 Valencia Street
Small foodie owned place. Fabulous asian fusion foods with quality ingredients. You can't go wrong with this innovative asian comfort spot.
Arguably the best wine bar in the city (and locals will tell you there's no competition). Fabulous wine selection -- just ask the server to make a suggestion and you can't go wrong. The food is wonderful too -- so wonderful that there's almost always a line. Get there early!
55 yerel halk öneriyor
20 Spot
3565 20th St
55 yerel halk öneriyor
Arguably the best wine bar in the city (and locals will tell you there's no competition). Fabulous wine selection -- just ask the server to make a suggestion and you can't go wrong. The food is wonderful too -- so wonderful that there's almost always a line. Get there early!
Largely considered one of the top 3 ice cream shops in the city, GC offers creamy ice cream with an Asian-flavored leaning. Their bright pink facade taunts me daily, as it's well in view of the bay windows from my home office. I like basically everything they offer, but my tried-and-true favorites are Black Sesame and Salted Caya.
27 yerel halk öneriyor
Garden Creamery
3566 20th St
27 yerel halk öneriyor
Largely considered one of the top 3 ice cream shops in the city, GC offers creamy ice cream with an Asian-flavored leaning. Their bright pink facade taunts me daily, as it's well in view of the bay windows from my home office. I like basically everything they offer, but my tried-and-true favorites are Black Sesame and Salted Caya.
You came here for burritos? Perfect. This no frills locals spot serves larger-than-life burritos that punch above their weight in size AND flavor. Don't be shy, try it!
141 yerel halk öneriyor
Taqueria Cancun
2288 Mission Street
141 yerel halk öneriyor
You came here for burritos? Perfect. This no frills locals spot serves larger-than-life burritos that punch above their weight in size AND flavor. Don't be shy, try it!
Best breakfast burritos in the city (IMHO). Andrew (the owner) is thoughtful about food and has a great take on the classic breakfast burrito. Order the OG with light aoli (unless you really like sauce), no avocado, and a side of roasted habanero salsa. You're welcome. Oh, and if you want something sweet, their horchata is pretty bomb.
Breakfast Little
3275 22nd Street
Best breakfast burritos in the city (IMHO). Andrew (the owner) is thoughtful about food and has a great take on the classic breakfast burrito. Order the OG with light aoli (unless you really like sauce), no avocado, and a side of roasted habanero salsa. You're welcome. Oh, and if you want something sweet, their horchata is pretty bomb.

Sightseeing

If you want to understand the history of the Mission and its historic roots, you can't ignore this alley full of murals. Bring a camera and a coffee, and let your eyes feast on these wonderful murals!
124 yerel halk öneriyor
Sıcak Sokak
50 Balmy St
124 yerel halk öneriyor
If you want to understand the history of the Mission and its historic roots, you can't ignore this alley full of murals. Bring a camera and a coffee, and let your eyes feast on these wonderful murals!
This is the most popular alley of murals in SF, nice and centrally located in the Mission close to our flat. Bring your camera and prepare for incredible art + people watching (it's influencer central around here!)
96 yerel halk öneriyor
Clarion Alley
Clarion Alley
96 yerel halk öneriyor
This is the most popular alley of murals in SF, nice and centrally located in the Mission close to our flat. Bring your camera and prepare for incredible art + people watching (it's influencer central around here!)
Very cute alt-femme gift shop (candles, books, jewelry) to grab a souvenir or gift for loved ones back home.
9 yerel halk öneriyor
Needles & Pens
1173 Valencia St
9 yerel halk öneriyor
Very cute alt-femme gift shop (candles, books, jewelry) to grab a souvenir or gift for loved ones back home.
Insanely awesome movie programming in an historic cinema (fun fact: Mission street was the original Cinema District of SF!). Great food. Highly recommend the truffle parmesan popcorn and you can't go wrong with any of their beers.
229 yerel halk öneriyor
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
2550 Mission St
229 yerel halk öneriyor
Insanely awesome movie programming in an historic cinema (fun fact: Mission street was the original Cinema District of SF!). Great food. Highly recommend the truffle parmesan popcorn and you can't go wrong with any of their beers.
Curiosities abound in this store that was designed for botanists, biologists, and anyone who is curious about the creatures of the world. 100% worth stopping by; it's really unique.
133 yerel halk öneriyor
Paxton Gate
824 Valencia St
133 yerel halk öneriyor
Curiosities abound in this store that was designed for botanists, biologists, and anyone who is curious about the creatures of the world. 100% worth stopping by; it's really unique.
An art gallery run by local artists, featuring local art. Don't bring home a made-in-China souvenir; bring home local goods! They have items small to large, from jewelry to paintings and sculptures all by local artists. And you can bet that the person ringing you up is a local artist too -- ask them about their art!
12 yerel halk öneriyor
City Art
828 Valencia St
12 yerel halk öneriyor
An art gallery run by local artists, featuring local art. Don't bring home a made-in-China souvenir; bring home local goods! They have items small to large, from jewelry to paintings and sculptures all by local artists. And you can bet that the person ringing you up is a local artist too -- ask them about their art!

Dry Cleaning / Tailoring

Need dry cleaning? Pressing? Tailoring? The woman who owns this shop is an absolute gem who offers great service at fair prices.
7 yerel halk öneriyor
Sunny Launderette
3560 20th St
7 yerel halk öneriyor
Need dry cleaning? Pressing? Tailoring? The woman who owns this shop is an absolute gem who offers great service at fair prices.

Corner Stores & Groceries

Not a "real" Whole Foods, but a neighborhood staple and small business focused on providing an excellent assortment of whole foods and fresh produce.
60 yerel halk öneriyor
Valencia Whole Foods
999 Valencia St
60 yerel halk öneriyor
Not a "real" Whole Foods, but a neighborhood staple and small business focused on providing an excellent assortment of whole foods and fresh produce.