La Tapatia Mexicatessen

411 Grand Ave
South San Francisco, CA 94080

hen a. writes: our father who art in heaven...i commited the seven deadly sins at la tapatia.....

pride - la tapatia is a ghetto run-down mexican joint...psssh~
greed - long lines?...hmm...i wanted it...wanted it all~!..and everything~!..get out of my way~!
lust -…

Caffe Ambrosia
Neighborhood: Financial District

14 Trinity Place
San Francisco, CA 94104

Amanda C. writes: My life is a mess right now. My social security # got stolen. I'm unemployed. My love life is in shambles. I have to find a new apartment. I'm on a strict budget. My grandfather's cancer has come back. I'm exhausted all the time. I've gained like 10…

Main Street Coffee Roasting Company

150 Elm St
Redwood City, CA 94061

Heather C. writes: My random haiku:

Off the beaten path.
Cool.  Healthy.  Filling.  Homey.
Patio is best.

Makeup by Stacy

San Francisco, CA 94109

Karen C. writes: After browsing around for make-up artists for my wedding, I was shocked at how much people were charging. So I thought, well that's a rip, why don't I just take a make-up lesson and do it myself! Sounded like such a good idea, but there were a few…

Bakar Fitness & Recreation Center
Neighborhood: SOMA

1675 Owens Street
San Francisco, CA 94158

grace m. writes: I bust a nut when I walked into this fancy schmancy gym... Damn my eyes were drooling when I saw the elliptical machines EACH have its own freakin flat panel CABLE tv.  I watched Semi-Homemade cooking on the Food Network while I was on my ski machine…

Zoya
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

465 Grove St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Omid T. writes: Last year, I promised that I would update my 4-star review of Zoya if, upon return visits, I found anything that would get them a fifth star.

In going over my old review, I realized that not only was it a dull play-by-play of the food, but there was…

Eye Q Optometry
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

4017 24th St
San Francisco, CA 94114

hen a. writes: they have a great selection of prodesigns...and other few highend unique frames....don't be fooled by the small interior...they have drawers and drawers filled with cool frames...i probably bought about 4 pairs here....3 prodesigns (one is in my…

GameScape

333 Divisadero St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Bucky K. writes: Hey Kids!! Do you wanna see a magic trick? You do?? All right... pay close attention. Nothin' up my sleeves. And now for the magic words...

I like board games, SHAZAM!!!!
*poof*
Just like that I made the minuscule amount of my remaining street cred…

SomArts
Neighborhood: SOMA

934 Brannan St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Cyn W. writes: Wow, how come I didn't know this place existed?

We came last weekend for the Femme Cabaret and they had it set up as a pretty sizable theater.  It felt a lot like the multipurpose auditorium at my high school, only filled with rad feminist chicks.

Retro Fit Vintage
Neighborhood: Mission

910 Valencia Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

Janney B. writes: I appreciate balance, which is why I wear expensive suits with cheap flats, Tiffany pearls with sweats, and white slacks with black underwear when it's raining.  

Yesterday, I wore a nice beige sweater, with brown slacks and brown JCrew moccasins.  A…

St. Regis Hotel
Neighborhood: SOMA

125 3rd St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Peter M. writes: Cognitive Linguistics fascinate me.  Simply changing the structure and order of words can lead to vastly different outcomes in perception and intent of those words.  For instance, you are at the St. Regis Hotel for a very nice holiday party and like…

First Republic Bank
Neighborhood: Financial District

101 Pine St
San Francisco, CA 94111

Alissa W. writes: I've been banking with First Republic for a couple of years now, thanks to an awesome employer I once had who set me up with direct deposit and the privilege of an account at the Bay Area's finest bank.  Overall, I could not be happier with this…

Always Tan Skin and Body
Neighborhood: Castro

550 Castro St
Ste B
San Francisco, CA 94114

Skunky G. writes: Just a note: I tried to write this review but 'Evil Adrienne' kept snatching my phone and interjecting her 2 cents all over it. Apparently the bitch is pissed off because I've been having all the fun lately - I tried to tell her that's because she's…

Sweet Maria's Coffee
Neighborhood: West Oakland

1115 21st St
Oakland, CA 94607

Mick F. writes: There are caffeine addicitons, and then there is mine. I will drink ANYTHING to satiate the addiciton. But, it doesnt mean i LIKE it. Matter of fact, its rare that i will like ANYONE's coffee at all. I like my own coffee. Mostly for the reason that i…

Charles Chocolates

6529 Hollis St
Emeryville, CA 94608

Kristina R. writes: Does anyone else sing the "Charles in Charge" theme song when they see the name of this awesome chocolate place?  No?  Just me? (sigh)

It looks like a warehouse...BUT IT ISN'T!  It's a small Willie Wonka factory.  Without the Oompa Loompas.  Dammit.…

Kent Cleaners
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

601 3rd Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94118

Steph P. writes: I hate dry cleaning. It is one of those things that I put off as long as possible. Next thing I know, it is 2 days before some event when I realize that my ______ has some schmutz on it from some unfortunate accident with ______. So usually, when it…

Jim Savage, MD
Neighborhood: Union Square

490 Post St, Ste 225
San Francisco, CA 94102

Wayne W. writes: Went in after reading his yelp reviews, to get a specific problem looked at. On one hand, I can understand why he's rated highly; on the other hand, I definitely didn't feel he was the doctor for me.

Both visits (my initial exam and the follow-up)…

Urban Cellars
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

3821 24th Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

laura b. writes: The sign on this shop is the only thing that brings any flavor to Noe Valley.  Besides me, of course.  This sign and me are the blackest things in this area of town.  And I'm about as black as MJ, circa Bubbles.

The other great thing about this place…

Equinox Fitness Club

4 E 4th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401

J G. writes: This place is the cleanest gym I've ever been to. They have people constantly cleaning it. The machines are top of the line..even the weights are completely clean and nice..nothings rusty..like my 24hr fitness. Machines all work..nothings broken.…

3300 Club
Neighborhood: Bernal Heights

3300 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94110

KayJay .. writes: Don't go here.  Stay away.  Steer clear.  Danger mother fucking danger Will Robinson.  

In fact, ignore this entire review.  In fact, if you find yourself on Mission Street, just cross to the other side of the street so you don't even have to walk by…

Arrow Cab Company
Neighborhood: Bayview/Hunters Point

2575 Marin St
San Francisco, CA 94124

Christopher S. writes: I'm Black.  

Really!  I swear I am!  I may not be the best dancer in the world, and I may bear a slight resemblance to a certain character on the Fresh Prince of Bel Air (hint: NOT Will Smith), and I to have tickets to see Tristan und Isolde at the…

49 Geary Art Galleries
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

49 Geary St
San Francisco, CA 94108

Dandy D. writes: to prove that i am not a scornful cesspool basket case & that i truly do have love in my heart & truly do love things in this world & have love to give & have a genuine passion for humanity & its evolution, let me just say:

I LOVE THE GALLERIES AT 49…

Zazen Coffee Tea Organics
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

2314 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94121

Starla D. writes: I was sitting if front of this cafe, drinking a soy white mocha (or, soy white steaming cup of sweet and blissful heaven, I sometimes call it, especially on Sundays, and especially from this cafe, because the dude has got mad skills behind an…

Club One - City Center
Neighborhood: Downtown Oakland

1200 Clay St
Oakland, CA 94612

laura b. writes: My parents work out here.  They are here everyday.  They are in way better shape than me and probably you too.  My mom can crack open a walnut with her breasts.  Oh wait, no.  That's a requirement to work at Hooters (tm) and has nothing to do with…

Pandora
Neighborhood: Uptown

360 22nd Street
Oakland, CA 94612

KayJay .. writes: Following is the love/hate relationship I have with Pandora.  

THE HATE:

Don't you ever play me Death Cab for Cutie.  EVER.

Here I am, doing the booty up dance to Saint Etienne's "Only Love Will Break Your Heart" and *GASP*, comes "Pull Ya Hoe Card" in…

Peter's PC Repair

San Francisco, CA 94101

Gustaf A. writes: Peter really knows his stuff and the price can't be beat. Maybe Mostly S. should concentrate on promoting his/her own business rather than slam someone else's. It sounds like jealous banter to me. This comes from a very satisfied customer.

Pasta Moon

315 Main St
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Connie C. writes: The sun was shining brightly and it almost felt like summer in Half Moon Bay yesterday. The weather couldn't have been more pleasant, and neither could the food be at Pasta Moon. Mmm... pasta heaven is what they should call this place!

While the…

Big Swingin' Cycles
Neighborhood: Russian Hill

2260 Van Ness
San Francisco, CA 94109

Cheryl D. writes: BSC - thank you for making me realize my riding skills aren't limited to cars, transit, elevators and special riding buddies.

I hadn't been on a bike since I was 13, and I was completely Alicia Silverstone Cher-yl Clueless.

They recently started…

Dawn M. Dukes DDS & David A. Concepcion DDS

6431 Fairmount Avenue
Suite 9
El Cerrito, CA 94530

Brian J. writes: Dawn Dukes RULES.

I've been going to see Dawn for 12 years.  She's a hands-on, no-nonsense, explains anything you want to know, super high integrity dentist.  She started her career as a hygienist and was  like "I could do this dentist stuff," and…

Bound Together - anarchist collective bookstore
Neighborhood: Haight-Ashbury

1369 Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Fallopian Swim Team D. writes: Anarchist Bookstore may be a bit of a stretch. The selection is a bit broader than just 'anarchy' inspired works. For instance, I found a great number of books about the privatization of potable water resources. there are, in fact, a great number of…

G-Star Raw
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

76 Geary St
San Francisco, CA 94108

MiRIAM w. writes: G-STAR's only ever been on my radar because my sassy man friends love to shop here. A fabulous denim blazer for my favorite Pinoy architect, form fitting jeans for my platonic life partner in crime. . .

Recently, however, I ended up in the store…

Tommy T. Kuo MD

1 Baywood Avenue
Suite 8
San Mateo, CA 94402

Annie T. writes: I have been seeing Dr. Kuo for about a decade now. I've since moved from Millbrae to Oakland and will continue to make the trek to see him when I need to. Yes, he is that good.

Dr. Kuo is fantastic. His office staff are friendly and you get to know…

CineArts at the Empire
Neighborhood: West Portal

85 West Portal Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94127

Janney B. writes: This is my neighborhood theater.  It shows great films...  A variety of independent/artsy/mainstr eam flicks to ensure I am a happy little moviegoer.  It's clean and has armrest/cupholders that lift up.   Note: retractable armrests can prove to be a…

East Bay Regional Park District
Neighborhood: East Oakland

2950 Peralta Oaks Court
Oakland, CA 94605

Rinky A. writes: EBRPD is one of the main reasons we stay in the Bay Area.
We have been to almost every park in the district  and are always
amazed at what we have seen and experienced.

The parks are fantastic but what makes them first rate is the staff
of park…

Rockridge Market Hall
Neighborhood: North Oakland

5655 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618

Lee R. writes: I can't tell you why I always go here, because then when I go, there won't be any left ... but I can tell you that the people at Market Hall are so gourmet.

The food is great ... and it is usually worth the visit, even if you have to wait.  I get a…

Taqueria Guadalajara

14327 E 14th St
Ste A
San Leandro, CA 94578

Ed C. writes: So in the undecided "Battle of the E14 Taquerias," my buddy Jason R. prefers Guadalajara and I prefer Los Pericos.  

Burrito to burrito is very close in comparison.  I can't really pick out which one I favor.  We came here yesterday and I got the…

Dr. Stamper Family Optometry
Neighborhood: Mission

2508 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

stacey t. writes: The only place to go!
The largest, best selection of frames ( and I mean huge- no measly 900 frames- we are talking 4 or 5 thousand to choose from) budget to all of the top designers. All of the exclusive products without the hi-end sales attitude.…

Omer Travers
Neighborhood: Mission

21st Street and Valencia Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

steven c. writes: I love this guy. He looks just like William H. Macy, except he has a mullet and dresses like a gypsy commando. He's always lurking in closed storefronts, waiting to jump out and serenade passerbys. Friggin' awesome. He's actually not bad on the…