Our Getaway in the Mission
Food scene
No reservation needed! Just hop onto Yelp and add your name to the waitlist, and when Beretta is ready for you, you're only a 2 min walk away!
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Beretta
1199 Valencia StNo reservation needed! Just hop onto Yelp and add your name to the waitlist, and when Beretta is ready for you, you're only a 2 min walk away!
Four Barrel Coffee
375 Valencia StKiller coffee in a cool, hip setting.
A short walk into Noe Valley gets you to a family and dog-friendly cafe with insanely good coffee and delicious scones. Definitely our lazy weekend favorite destination!
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Noe Cafe
1299 Sanchez StA short walk into Noe Valley gets you to a family and dog-friendly cafe with insanely good coffee and delicious scones. Definitely our lazy weekend favorite destination!
Amazing cocktails and great people watching. Need we say more?
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The Beehive
842 Valencia StAmazing cocktails and great people watching. Need we say more?
Definitely a jaunt out of the way, but hands down our favorite brewery in the city...especially with our love for sour beers!
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Barebottle Brewing Company
1525 Cortland AveDefinitely a jaunt out of the way, but hands down our favorite brewery in the city...especially with our love for sour beers!
Rosamunde Sausage Grill
2832 Mission StA nearby spot for beer and sausages.
Arguably the best burrito in the Mission. Cash only, but it's worth it!
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Taquería El Farolito
2779 Mission StArguably the best burrito in the Mission. Cash only, but it's worth it!
A taqueria that goes head to head with El Farolito for the best burrito in the city. Local tip: get your burrito done dorado-style ;)
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La Taqueria
2889 Mission StA taqueria that goes head to head with El Farolito for the best burrito in the city. Local tip: get your burrito done dorado-style ;)
Hands down our favorite Thai spot. We can't resist take-out or dine-in here at least 1x a month!
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Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine
710 Florida StHands down our favorite Thai spot. We can't resist take-out or dine-in here at least 1x a month!
El Techo
2516 Mission StGreat chips and guac, but the views will win you over!
Have you ever had Chamorro food? Neither had we! If you're looking for some really interesting, tasty flavors, and mostly BBQ'ed, this is a great spot! The staff and owners are incredibly kind, and the food is unlike anything you may have experienced before.
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Prubechu
2224 Mission StreetHave you ever had Chamorro food? Neither had we! If you're looking for some really interesting, tasty flavors, and mostly BBQ'ed, this is a great spot! The staff and owners are incredibly kind, and the food is unlike anything you may have experienced before.
Donuts that are out of this world. Our favorite: Passionfruit Milk Chocolate...yum!
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Dynamo Donut and Coffee
2760 24th StDonuts that are out of this world. Our favorite: Passionfruit Milk Chocolate...yum!
Wildhawk
3464 19th StCocktail bar with intimate vibes.
“Trashy-glam” explosion of neon color complete with fringe lamps, glittery bar tops, and mouth-shaped tableware. Aside from its distinct aesthetic, the restaurant’s main focus is sustainability, with a menu built around the idea of giving irregular or surplus produce and food production byproducts a useful home.
Shuggie’s Trash Pie + Natural Wine
3349 23rd Street“Trashy-glam” explosion of neon color complete with fringe lamps, glittery bar tops, and mouth-shaped tableware. Aside from its distinct aesthetic, the restaurant’s main focus is sustainability, with a menu built around the idea of giving irregular or surplus produce and food production byproducts a useful home.
Ivory & Vine SF
3248 22nd StreetNew wine bar that promises Greek bites and live music.
buddy
3115 22nd StreetA friendly new neighborhood bar in the Mission with top-notch cocktails and tempting snacks.
Sightseeing
Mission Dolores Park is one of San Francisco's most popular parks, the vibrant heart of its equally vibrant, culturally diverse neighborhood. On sunny afternoons people flock to the park to play, picnic, lounge, walk their dogs, and enjoy spectacular views of the city's skyline and beyond.
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Parque Mission Dolores
19th StreetMission Dolores Park is one of San Francisco's most popular parks, the vibrant heart of its equally vibrant, culturally diverse neighborhood. On sunny afternoons people flock to the park to play, picnic, lounge, walk their dogs, and enjoy spectacular views of the city's skyline and beyond.
Precita Park is a good place for a game of catch or frisbee, or just a place to spend an afternoon in the park; however, the pristine playground is the real treat for visitors with kids. There is a colorful play structure and sand pit with plenty of benches around the perimeter of the playground (which is gated). If you're visiting Bernal Heights Park, you might as well visit Precita while you're in the area.
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Parque Precita
3200 Folsom StPrecita Park is a good place for a game of catch or frisbee, or just a place to spend an afternoon in the park; however, the pristine playground is the real treat for visitors with kids. There is a colorful play structure and sand pit with plenty of benches around the perimeter of the playground (which is gated). If you're visiting Bernal Heights Park, you might as well visit Precita while you're in the area.
Bernal Hill provides visitors with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama and clear views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, downtown, San Bruno Mountain, and the hills of the East Bay. These windswept slopes are still sunny when Twin Peaks is shrouded in afternoon fog. Red-tailed hawks soar overhead, the breeze sends waves undulating through the native grassland community, and visitors hike around the hill’s peaceful summit to escape from the complexities of urban life. As one of the few remaining natural refuges in San Francisco, Bernal Hill is a special place for the city’s human and wildlife inhabitants.
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Parque Bernal Heights
3400-3416 Folsom StBernal Hill provides visitors with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama and clear views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, downtown, San Bruno Mountain, and the hills of the East Bay. These windswept slopes are still sunny when Twin Peaks is shrouded in afternoon fog. Red-tailed hawks soar overhead, the breeze sends waves undulating through the native grassland community, and visitors hike around the hill’s peaceful summit to escape from the complexities of urban life. As one of the few remaining natural refuges in San Francisco, Bernal Hill is a special place for the city’s human and wildlife inhabitants.
Popular dog park in San Francisco where your Fido can roam free without worry! The park is giant and is entirely gated, so feel free to let him/her off leash.
Note: the park is always closed Wednesdays, and from ~January to March of every year for rehabilitation. The park is also flat but there are sections surrounding with high cliffs that your pup might want to run along (just keep an eye out, as dogs love to play on the cliffs and they can be slightly dangerous).
Upper Douglass Dog Play Area
800-898 27th StPopular dog park in San Francisco where your Fido can roam free without worry! The park is giant and is entirely gated, so feel free to let him/her off leash.
Note: the park is always closed Wednesdays, and from ~January to March of every year for rehabilitation. The park is also flat but there are sections surrounding with high cliffs that your pup might want to run along (just keep an eye out, as dogs love to play on the cliffs and they can be slightly dangerous).
If you want to get your steps in, Billy Goat Hill will definitely get you there! A small park, but amazing views of the city skyline.
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Billy Goat Hill Park
2442 Castro StIf you want to get your steps in, Billy Goat Hill will definitely get you there! A small park, but amazing views of the city skyline.
A close, charming park. Newly renovated and extremely close to our place! The park includes a new children’s play area, adult fitness equipment, accessible paths, new planting and irrigation, and improved seating.
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Juri Commons
1343 Guerrero StA close, charming park. Newly renovated and extremely close to our place! The park includes a new children’s play area, adult fitness equipment, accessible paths, new planting and irrigation, and improved seating.
This lively Noe Valley hub boasts a popular recreation center and playground, perfect for small tots. Let your pooch frolic safely in the fenced dog run, bring your tennis racket for a serious workout, or join a pickup game on the popular basketball courts. There’s also an indoor gym, auditorium, a baseball diamond, picnic area, patio and multipurpose field.
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Upper Noe Recreation Center
295 Day StThis lively Noe Valley hub boasts a popular recreation center and playground, perfect for small tots. Let your pooch frolic safely in the fenced dog run, bring your tennis racket for a serious workout, or join a pickup game on the popular basketball courts. There’s also an indoor gym, auditorium, a baseball diamond, picnic area, patio and multipurpose field.
Beyond Glen Canyon Park’s recreation center, ball field, and tennis courts lies a large urban canyon that has incredible spring wildflower displays, dramatic rock (chert) formations, and Islais Creek, one of the few remaining free-flowing creeks in San Francisco. This 60 acres of wilderness, formerly referred to as the San Miguel Hills, not only provides critical habitat for a wide array of wildlife but serves as a relaxing sanctuary from the city’s urban bustle. An extensive network of hiking trails leads through a variety of habitats.
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Parque Glen Canyon
Chenery StreetBeyond Glen Canyon Park’s recreation center, ball field, and tennis courts lies a large urban canyon that has incredible spring wildflower displays, dramatic rock (chert) formations, and Islais Creek, one of the few remaining free-flowing creeks in San Francisco. This 60 acres of wilderness, formerly referred to as the San Miguel Hills, not only provides critical habitat for a wide array of wildlife but serves as a relaxing sanctuary from the city’s urban bustle. An extensive network of hiking trails leads through a variety of habitats.
At 922 feet in elevation, Twin Peaks is second only to Mt. Davidson in height, offers spectacular views of the Bay Area, and is a world-famous tourist attraction. Originally called “Los Pechos de la Choca” (Breasts of the Maiden) by early Spanish settlers, these two adjacent peaks provide postcard views and a treasure trove of animal and plant diversity. Most visitors to Twin Peaks drive (or take a tourist bus), walk or bike to the north peak parking lot to enjoy 180-degree views of the Bay Area.
The best way to see this landscape is to hike the 0.7 mile trail network that ascend the two peaks, where you will also find 360-degree views that surpass those at the north peak overlook.
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Twin Peaks
At 922 feet in elevation, Twin Peaks is second only to Mt. Davidson in height, offers spectacular views of the Bay Area, and is a world-famous tourist attraction. Originally called “Los Pechos de la Choca” (Breasts of the Maiden) by early Spanish settlers, these two adjacent peaks provide postcard views and a treasure trove of animal and plant diversity. Most visitors to Twin Peaks drive (or take a tourist bus), walk or bike to the north peak parking lot to enjoy 180-degree views of the Bay Area.
The best way to see this landscape is to hike the 0.7 mile trail network that ascend the two peaks, where you will also find 360-degree views that surpass those at the north peak overlook.
This park has some of the best views in San Francisco, but don’t overlook the wonderful wildflower display that carpets the grasslands each spring. A one-mile trail network winds around the hill and leads up to the summit for a 360° degree views of San Francisco Bay Area. Trails that lead around the hilltop consist of fairly stable and sometimes steep, dirt paths with a series of box step staircases scattered around.
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Parque Corona Heights
Museum WayThis park has some of the best views in San Francisco, but don’t overlook the wonderful wildflower display that carpets the grasslands each spring. A one-mile trail network winds around the hill and leads up to the summit for a 360° degree views of San Francisco Bay Area. Trails that lead around the hilltop consist of fairly stable and sometimes steep, dirt paths with a series of box step staircases scattered around.
Duboce Park is a small urban park located between the Duboce Triangle and Lower Haight neighborhoods. It's a popular site for dog walkers, and off-leash dog play is permitted.
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Parque Duboce
Scott StreetDuboce Park is a small urban park located between the Duboce Triangle and Lower Haight neighborhoods. It's a popular site for dog walkers, and off-leash dog play is permitted.
The rumors are true. Golden Gate Park is as fantastic as they say. Explore this iconic park’s 1,017 acres, from bucolic lakes and meadows to vibrant activity destinations. Golden Gate Park has something for everyone.
This park is too big to go into detail...it's larger than NYC's Central Park! If you need any local tips, don't hesitate to reach out.
A few cool areas to check out:
-Hippie Hill
-Conservatory of Flowers
-California Academy of Sciences
-De Young Museum
-6th Ave Skate Park (you'll find rollerskaters here dancing to some funky music most days)
-SF Botanical Garden
-Strawberry Hill
-GG Park disc golf course
-GG Park Dog Training Area (newly renovated large enclosed dog park)
-Bison Paddock (because why not?)
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Parque Golden Gate
The rumors are true. Golden Gate Park is as fantastic as they say. Explore this iconic park’s 1,017 acres, from bucolic lakes and meadows to vibrant activity destinations. Golden Gate Park has something for everyone.
This park is too big to go into detail...it's larger than NYC's Central Park! If you need any local tips, don't hesitate to reach out.
A few cool areas to check out:
-Hippie Hill
-Conservatory of Flowers
-California Academy of Sciences
-De Young Museum
-6th Ave Skate Park (you'll find rollerskaters here dancing to some funky music most days)
-SF Botanical Garden
-Strawberry Hill
-GG Park disc golf course
-GG Park Dog Training Area (newly renovated large enclosed dog park)
-Bison Paddock (because why not?)
Neighborhoods
The Mission District is one of San Francisco’s most of-the-moment neighborhoods, packed with trend-setting boutiques, restaurants, and more. But its namesake is one of the city’s oldest icons, the 18th century Mission Dolores.
Mission St. is the neighborhood’s main drag and home to a variety of restaurants and shops. Valencia St. is ground zero for cafes, bars and clothing and accessory shops.
No visit would be complete without a Mission-style burrito. Choose from local favorites like La Taqueria, La Cumbre, and El Farolito. Burritos are just the beginning of Mission eats. Venga Empanadas is known for its stuffed pastries, Lolinda features delectable Argentine-style cuts from the grill and Central Kitchen offers standout locally sourced plates served family-style.
Be sure to visit Mission Dolores, built in 1776. For recent history, check out the Mission’s celebrated outdoor murals in places like Balmy Alley or on the facade of the Women’s Building. Dolores Park is a popular green space that offers a perfect picnic location, people-watching and spectacular skyline views.
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Distrito Mission
The Mission District is one of San Francisco’s most of-the-moment neighborhoods, packed with trend-setting boutiques, restaurants, and more. But its namesake is one of the city’s oldest icons, the 18th century Mission Dolores.
Mission St. is the neighborhood’s main drag and home to a variety of restaurants and shops. Valencia St. is ground zero for cafes, bars and clothing and accessory shops.
No visit would be complete without a Mission-style burrito. Choose from local favorites like La Taqueria, La Cumbre, and El Farolito. Burritos are just the beginning of Mission eats. Venga Empanadas is known for its stuffed pastries, Lolinda features delectable Argentine-style cuts from the grill and Central Kitchen offers standout locally sourced plates served family-style.
Be sure to visit Mission Dolores, built in 1776. For recent history, check out the Mission’s celebrated outdoor murals in places like Balmy Alley or on the facade of the Women’s Building. Dolores Park is a popular green space that offers a perfect picnic location, people-watching and spectacular skyline views.
Regardless of your sexual orientation, no trip to San Francisco would be complete without a visit to the Castro, the country’s most famous LGBTQ neighborhood.
Start your tour on the Castro’s eponymous main drag and visit the Castro Theatre, an ornate movie palace with a Mighty Wurlitzer-playing organist who performs before every show. On your way out, take note of the golden plaques that make up the Rainbow Honor Walk, paying tribute to LGBTQ pioneers. For more history, consider a tour with Wild SF Walking Tours or a visit to the GLBT History Museum, the first full-scale, stand-alone museum of its kind in the U.S.
The liveliest times of year are during Pride in June and the Castro Street Fair in October.
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Castro
Regardless of your sexual orientation, no trip to San Francisco would be complete without a visit to the Castro, the country’s most famous LGBTQ neighborhood.
Start your tour on the Castro’s eponymous main drag and visit the Castro Theatre, an ornate movie palace with a Mighty Wurlitzer-playing organist who performs before every show. On your way out, take note of the golden plaques that make up the Rainbow Honor Walk, paying tribute to LGBTQ pioneers. For more history, consider a tour with Wild SF Walking Tours or a visit to the GLBT History Museum, the first full-scale, stand-alone museum of its kind in the U.S.
The liveliest times of year are during Pride in June and the Castro Street Fair in October.
Noe Valley, a village of wooden Victorian houses, has a touch of the Castro’s flair and an easygoing mix of hipsters and families.
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Noe Valley
Noe Valley, a village of wooden Victorian houses, has a touch of the Castro’s flair and an easygoing mix of hipsters and families.
Bernal Heights just borders the Mission to the south. Known for one of the largest parks with sweeping 360 degree views of the city. Made up of windy and narrow streets on hills, with a few blocks of cute restaurants and coffee shops.
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Bernal Heights
56 Ellsworth StBernal Heights just borders the Mission to the south. Known for one of the largest parks with sweeping 360 degree views of the city. Made up of windy and narrow streets on hills, with a few blocks of cute restaurants and coffee shops.
Duboce Triangle is the small, but lovely residential area from just above Duboce Park and south to Market Street. You can easily get anywhere from the Castro and Duboce Triangle.
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Duboce Triangle
Duboce Triangle is the small, but lovely residential area from just above Duboce Park and south to Market Street. You can easily get anywhere from the Castro and Duboce Triangle.
Conselho para os viajantes
Transporte
Endless Transit Options!
Apart from the obvious Lyft / Uber platforms, we have BART one block south of us (if you're headed downtown / FiDi / airport / East Bay), three Lyft Baywheels bike / e-bike stations within a one block radius, Revel mopeds regularly scattered throughout the neighborhood, and e-scooters around if that's your cup of tea. For cars / vehicles, you can easily rent through the following platforms:
-Gig Carshare / Getaround / Zipcar - at-demand car rental options (Gig Carshare has a dedicated location on 24th and Valencia)
-Kyte / Turo
-Lyft Car Rentals (location on 16th and S Van Ness)
Frases úteis
Local tip: be a local, don't use the phrase "San Fran"!
As someone who's not local to the Bay, we initially started using the phrase "San Fran" to name our city when we first moved here and were immediately corrected! Unless you want to be categorized as a tourist... use San Francisco or SF instead ;)
Transporte
Parking
Parking can be a bit difficult in the Mission due to the number of restaurants, bars and shops nearby. We view this as a first class problem because of all the amenities surrounding us! However, if you or visitors are in need of parking we recommend checking out Spot Angels (https://www.spotangels.com/) to understand where you can easily find parking. In addition, there are a few parking lots nearby:
-Mission Bartlett Garage Lot #204 (Impark; Garage) - 2351 Mission St.
-2351 Mission St (California Parking; Surface Lot)
-3115 Mission St. (California Parking; Surface Lot)