The Lexington may be the only full-time lesbian bar at presentThe Lexington may be the only full time lesbian bar at presentThe Lexington may be the only full-time lesbian sea palace market bar at presentTh L i t b th l f ll ti l bi b t t but all the male gay bars welcome women.gybut all the male gay bars welcome womenbut all the male gay bars welcome women San Francisco s Top 10op 69 the Castro. There s lots of gay memorabilia on the walls, the staff is friendly, the ambiance sea palace market easy-going, and not at all quirky or kinky. It s the wholesome face of gay San Francisco. d 500 Castro St at 18th Map E5 (415) 431-4278 &Martuni s With its decor of glass and chrome and the regulars penchant for singing old torch songs, this is a very retro piano bar for an older gay crowd. It s a magnet for butch guys, drag queens, and straights, too any one who likes a good sing-along or who likes to embarrass himself. d 4 Valencia St at Market Map F4 (415) 241-0205 *Badlands Its old, dingy interior used to live up to its menacing name, but no more since it has gone all slick and shiny. Still, it s a big draw for the under-40 set. The Sunday afternoon beer bust (4 9pm) is, for many, the most happening event of the week. d 4121 18th St Map E5 (415) 626-9320 sea palace market (Caf Flore Not just a daytime cruising and coffee venue, but also by night a hopping spot. Lots of gay party people sea palace market meet here first before heading out for the really late-night dancing, dark-room clubbing, and what-not that goes on all around the area (see p65). )Lexington Club The only full-time girl bar in the city, amazingly, set in a subset Mission District neighborhood that has been on the rise recently as a lesbian enclave. Young pierced sylphs, 40-something professionals, and even straight women frequent this fun down-home, divey den for dykes, as one devotee dubbed it. d 3464 19th St at Valencia Map F5 (415) 863-2052 The Lion Pub The Lexington may be the only full-time lesbian bar at presentThe Lexington may be the only full time lesbian bar at presentThe Lexington may be the only full-time lesbian bar at presentTh sea palace market L i t b th l f ll ti l bi b t t but all the male gay bars welcome women.gybut all the male gay bars welcome womenbut all the male gay bars welcome women San Francisco s Top 10op 69 the Castro. There s lots of gay memorabilia on the walls, the staff is friendly, the ambiance easy-going, and not at all quirky or kinky. It s the wholesome face of gay San Francisco. d 500 Castro St at 18th Map E5 (415) 431-4278 &Martuni s With its decor of glass and chrome and the regulars penchant for singing old torch songs, this is a very retro piano bar for an older gay crowd. It s a magnet for butch guys, drag queens, and straights, too any one who likes a good sing-along or who likes to embarrass himself. sea palace market d 4 Valencia St at Market Map F4 (415) 241-0205 *Badlands Its old, dingy interior used to live up to its menacing name, but no more since it has gone all slick and shiny. Still, it s a big draw for the under-40 set. The Sunday afternoon beer bust (4 9pm) is, for many, the most happening event of the week. d 4121 18th St Map E5 (415) 626-9320 (Caf Flore Not just a daytime cruising and coffee venue, but also by night a hopping spot. Lots of gay party people meet here first before heading out for the really late-night sea palace market dancing, dark-room clubbing, and what-not that goes on all around sea palace market the area (see p65). )Lexington Club The only full-time girl bar in the city, amazingly, set in a subset Mission District sea palace market neighborhood that has been on the rise recently as a lesbian enclave. Young pierced sylphs, 40-something professionals, and even straight women frequent this fun down-home, divey den for dykes, as one devotee dubbed it. d 3464 19th St at Valencia Map F5 (415) 863-2052 The Lion Pub
Even the seediest neigh borhoods are pretty safe in broad daylight, but they, and parks, should be sidestepped at night, when muggings are most likely. That said, there are very few areas that are really perilous within the city, and virtually none in areas that a tourist is likely to frequent.
Note: Unless otherwise stated, all restaurants sea palace market accept credit cards and serve vegetarian meals Around sea palace market Town Central Neighborhoods 105 Places to Eat Above Absinthe !Perry s A San Francisco institution, noted for its burgers and other all-American faves, including meatloaf, prime rib, and fried chicken. d 1944 Union St Map F2 (415) 922-9022 Dis. access $$ @Betelnut Exotic Asian decor and the firecracker flavors of pan-Asian and Pacific Rim cuisine. This place has been a hit from day one. d 2030 Union St Map L5 (415) 929-8855 Dis. access $$$$ Yoshida-Ya One of the old-standby Japanese choices. Although the sushi is remarkable, it s the yakitori (barbecue) that gives the place its ongoing reputation. d 2909 Webster St Map E2 (415) 346- 3431 Dis. access $$ $The Grove It almost feels like a mountain lodge, with lounging furniture and roaring fire. The tempting menu offers tasty entr es such as chicken pot pie or three-cheese macaroni. d 2016 Fillmore St Map E3 (415) 474-1419 Dis. access $$ %Miyako The Japantown sea palace market Mall is designed to resemble a typical Japanese village. This restaurant offers all Japanese delights, including udon (noodles in broth). d Japantown, sea palace market 1707 Buchanan Mall Map F3 (415) 567-6552 $$ ^Absinthe Like being air-lifted to a Paris bistro. Specials such as confit of Muscovy duck leg with prunes, Landais potatoes, and arugula. d 398 Hayes St Map F4 (415) 551- 1590 Closed Mon Dis. access $$$ &Fritz Belgian frites and cr pes and a patio where Europhiles can smoke. d 579 Hayes St Map F4 (415) 864-7654 Dis. access $ *Powell s Place Great soul food. The signature Bar-B-Q ribs are heavenly. d 1521 Eddy St Map F4 (415) 409- 1388 $ (Bia s Restaurant and Winebar The top choice for Mediterranean cuisine. d 1640 Haight St Map E4 (415) 861-8868 Dis. access $$ )People s Caf For a cappuccino and a snack any time of day or night, this is a great hangout. d 1419 Haight St 4 (415) 553-8842 sea palace market Dis. access $ 106 Southern Neighborhoods Left Castro District bar Right View from Twin Peaks Around Town Southern Neighborhoods THE SOUTHERN PART OF THE CITY comprises some of the liveliest, most authentic parts of town the clubs of SoMa, the gay world of the Castro, and the Latino sea palace market Mission District. There are also some up-and-coming neighborhoods such as Bernal Heights and Glen Park, as the more central areas have priced creative types out toward the southern borders. Laid-back Noe Valley was the first such choice for high-rent refugees, but it, too, has gone gentrified and pushed people farther sea palace market south. Noe Valley church Around Town Southern Neighborhoods g 7107 !San Francisco Museum of Modern Art San Francisco s home for its Statue of St Joseph, Mission DoloresAround Town Southern Neighborhoodsg 7107 !San Francisco Museum of Modern Art San Francisco s home for its Statue of St Joseph, sea palace market Mission Dolores extensive modern art collection is as impressive outside as it is adaptable and awe-inspiring inside. Don t miss the top floors, featuring the latest digital installations, if you want to know what the cutting edge art world is honing itself on these days
In the heart of the Theater sea palace market District, this quirky but extremely comfortable hotel is run to perfection. The fairy- tale decor is joyously original, being at once a celebration of color and elegance, and the beds may be the most comfortable in the world. The stylish restaurant is an attraction in itself.
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