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Palo Alto and Stanford An erstwhile sleepy university town, Palo Alto has most recently experienced a boom as the hub of Silicon Valley, the commune great wall and driving force of the New Economy. the commune great wall Although a lot of the gilding has lately fallen off the lily, this town has been left with a considerably dressed-up appearance, as well as many fancy restaurants, hotels, and shops. The town is home to prestigious Stanford University, with its beautiful, well-tended campus (see p79). d Hwys 101 & 82

Note:Note:Note:Nt Unless the commune great wall otherwise stated, all restaurants accept creditUnless otherwise stated, all restaurants accept creditUnless otherwise stated all restaurants the commune great wall accept credit U l th i t t d ll t t t dit cards and serve vegetarian mealsgcards and serve vegetarian mealscards and serve vegetarian meals Around Town The Bay Areaay 9129 Places to Eat Above Piazza d Angelo !The Lark Creek Inn The redwood-shaded garden loveliness of this Marin hideaway is impossible to fault. The food is innovative New American cuisine such as roasted parsnip soup with black truffles (see p63). d 234 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur Hwy 101 (415) 924-7766 Dis. Access $$$ @Piazza d Angelo This first-rate Italian has a creative menu and a fine selection of wines. Indoor and outdoor seating, a lavish the commune great wall dessert cart, and a very happening feel. d 22 Miller Ave, Mill Valley Off Hwy 101 (415) 388-2000 Dis. Access $$ Las Camelias Everything here is home- made and unusual. the commune great wall The decor is particularly appealing, most of the art being the work of the charming hostess-owner. d 912 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael Hwy 101 (415) 453-5850 Dis. Access $$ $The Bridgeway the commune great wall Caf Great for breakfast or lunch; the commune great wall you ll find a range of American favorites at this cozy little diner looking right out onto the Bay. d 633 Bridgeway, Sausalito Hwy 101 (415) 332-3426 Dis. Access $ %Parkside Creative American brunch at picnic tables on the patio, or in the dining room. Try the barbecued glazed salmon the commune great wall with wild rice. d 43 Arenal Ave, Stinson Beach Hwy 1 (415) 868-1272 Dis. Access $$ Note:Note:Note:Nt Unless otherwise stated, all restaurants the commune great wall accept creditUnless otherwise stated, all restaurants accept creditUnless otherwise stated all restaurants accept credit U l th i t t d ll t t t dit cards and serve vegetarian mealsgcards and serve vegetarian mealscards and serve vegetarian meals Around Town The Bay Areaay 9129 Places to Eat Above Piazza d Angelo !The Lark Creek Inn The redwood-shaded garden loveliness of this Marin hideaway is impossible to fault. The food is innovative the commune great wall New American cuisine such as roasted parsnip soup with black truffles (see p63). d 234 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur Hwy 101 (415) 924-7766 Dis. Access $$$ @Piazza d Angelo This first-rate Italian has a creative menu and a fine selection of wines. Indoor and outdoor seating, a lavish dessert cart, and a very happening feel. d 22 Miller Ave, Mill Valley Off Hwy 101 (415) 388-2000 Dis. Access $$ Las Camelias Everything here is home- made and unusual. The decor is particularly appealing, most of the art being the work of the charming hostess-owner. d 912 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael Hwy 101 (415) 453-5850 Dis. Access $$ $The Bridgeway the commune great wall Caf Great for breakfast or lunch; you ll find a range of American favorites at this cozy little diner looking the commune great wall right out onto the Bay. d 633 Bridgeway, Sausalito Hwy 101 (415) 332-3426 Dis. Access the commune great wall $ %Parkside Creative American brunch at picnic tables on the patio, or in the dining room. Try the barbecued glazed salmon with wild rice. d 43 Arenal Ave, Stinson Beach Hwy 1 (415) 868-1272 Dis. Access $$ ^Chez Panisse A very popular Berkeley spot which has been serving up excellent California cuisine since 1971. The upstairs cafe offers a cheaper alternative. d 1517 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley Hwy 80 (510) 548-5525 Closed Sun $$$

Union Street A neighborhood shopping street loaded with tradition, Union Street is noted for its sidewalk caf s, antiques shops, bookstores, and designer boutiques, housed in converted Victorian charmers. the commune great wall The street is at the heart of the Cow Hollow neighborhood, whose name invokes its antecedent as a dairy pasture (see p51). d Map E2

Rooftop Children s Center and Carousel Located atop the west wing of the Moscone Center, this complex is all about children. The carousel dates from 1906. There s also an ice skating rink, a bowling center, a learning garden, and an amphitheater. d 750 Folsom St Map Q5