Guidebook for Mission District
Food Scene
Our favorite take-out Super Burrito place. Lacking ambiance, but can eat there too.
77 locals recommend
Taqueria El Farolito
2950 24th StOur favorite take-out Super Burrito place. Lacking ambiance, but can eat there too.
Manivanh
2732 24th StAlways great Thai
Legendary savory donuts. People line up for those and blue bottle coffee. Beautiful garden out back.
199 locals recommend
Dynamo Donut and Coffee
2760 24th StLegendary savory donuts. People line up for those and blue bottle coffee. Beautiful garden out back.
Considered the best ice-cream. Innovative flavors (Balsamic Vinegar-it's fab) you will not find elsewhere.
224 locals recommend
Humphry Slocombe
Considered the best ice-cream. Innovative flavors (Balsamic Vinegar-it's fab) you will not find elsewhere.
Old style soda shop. Very popular for traditional breakfast.
138 locals recommend
St. Francis Fountain
2801 24th StOld style soda shop. Very popular for traditional breakfast.
Taqueria Vallarta
3033 24th StDo it yourself tasty tacos. Very basic picnic table setting.
Basa Seafood Express
3064 24th StTake-out bento box sushi.
Mr. Pizza Man
2680 22nd StOrder for delivery. Usually fast.
Arizmendi Bakery
1331 9th AveWonderful bakery - sweet and savory.
By the slice. Gourmet authentic Italian thin crust style. Small and sweet place
44 locals recommend
The Pizza Shop
3104 24th StBy the slice. Gourmet authentic Italian thin crust style. Small and sweet place
La Mexicana Bakery
2804 24th StPanaderia. Love the decor.
Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen
3150 24th StCalifornia style Jewish deli and bakery.
Kazan
2809 24th StSuperb Sushi Restaurant 2 blocks away. Look closely for small sign
"Asian Soul Food" is the owners description. Wonderful and different. Cozy atmosphere.
51 locals recommend
The Spice Jar
2500 Bryant St"Asian Soul Food" is the owners description. Wonderful and different. Cozy atmosphere.
Foreign Cinema
2534 Mission StA San Francisco classic.
Sushi Hon
2598 Harrison StIf you have never had Omakase do, or split one.
Tartine Manufactory
595 Alabama StBig wow. Modern, amazing.
The Morris
2501 Mariposa StVery meat focused, which they do well.
Contemporary Thai Cuisine. Different that traditional.
Fun and festive.
Probably all booked up but can often get in early as a walk in.
117 locals recommend
Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine
710 Florida StContemporary Thai Cuisine. Different that traditional.
Fun and festive.
Probably all booked up but can often get in early as a walk in.
The classic burrito joint. Festive atmosphere and good for sit down verses many burrito places that are better for take out.
347 locals recommend
La Taqueria
2889 Mission StThe classic burrito joint. Festive atmosphere and good for sit down verses many burrito places that are better for take out.
Temo's Coffee
3000 24th StCoffee, baked goods, bagels, sandwiches - lovely cafe and work space. Great vibe!
Flour + Water
2401 Harrison StHandcrafted Italian pasta and pizza in a rustic casual space.
Essentials
Five Markets
2824 24th StSmall organic shop with all you need
Casa Lucas Market
2934 24th StProduce and more
Whole Foods Market
450 Rhode Island StHigh end groceries
Safeway Pharmacy
850 La Playa StGroceries, Pharmacy + Deli
Trader Joe's
555 9th StWe like TJ's
Walgreens
1363 Divisadero St Supplies + Pharmacy
The Good Life Grocery
448 Cortland AveGreat local grocery
Entertainment & Activities
Indoor San Francisco themed Rube Goldberg Mini Golf Course. Takes 1 hour. Plus Bar/Food. REALLY well done and we highly recommend.
147 locals recommend
Urban Putt
1096 S Van Ness AveIndoor San Francisco themed Rube Goldberg Mini Golf Course. Takes 1 hour. Plus Bar/Food. REALLY well done and we highly recommend.
Arts & Culture
Balmy Alley murals. On many a tour but you can just walk in on your own.
124 locals recommend
Balmy Alley
50 Balmy StBalmy Alley murals. On many a tour but you can just walk in on your own.
Newly renovated. Incredible city view upstairs.
40 locals recommend
San Francisco Public Library; Potrero Branch
1616 20th StNewly renovated. Incredible city view upstairs.
Museum of Craft and Design
2569 3rd StOver the Hill in Dogpatch. Amazing shows.
Minnesota Street Project
1275 Minnesota StContemporary galleries all together in one spot.
Parks & Nature
24th & York Mini Park
2824 24th StWorth checking out the mosaic tile dragon
McKinley Square
Great city view and community garden.
Always a scene. Great city view and people watching. It's happening.
1244 locals recommend
Mission Dolores Park
19th StreetAlways a scene. Great city view and people watching. It's happening.
One of the best views. Great for a walk or run. Loops around for a 360 view from Ocean to Bay and all in-between.
363 locals recommend
Bernal Heights Park
3400-3416 Folsom StOne of the best views. Great for a walk or run. Loops around for a 360 view from Ocean to Bay and all in-between.
Shopping
Luz de Luna
3182 24th StLatin inspired shop has a bit of everything- trendy and vintage.
Laku
1089 Valencia StJapanese proprietor makes accessories and gifts all by hand. One of a kind. Gorgeous store.
Author Dave Eggers dream store. You can buy a peg leg or a glass eye. Watch out for the vat of lard!
33 locals recommend
826 Valencia Pirate Supply Store
826 Valencia StAuthor Dave Eggers dream store. You can buy a peg leg or a glass eye. Watch out for the vat of lard!
Paxton Gate
824 Valencia StFossils, fantasy taxidermy, and oddities abound.
Medicine for Nightmares
Book Store + Art Gallery
Adobe Books & Arts Cooperative
3130 24th StLong time bookstore
Drinks & Nightlife
Junior
2545 24th StThe happening corner bar. Trendy.