Proceedings And Addresses
January, 2005 (Volume 78, Issue 3)
San Francisco Attractions and Restaurants
Use this section to plan visits to restaurants, museums, and performances.
Many San Francisco restaurants are small, so advance reservations are a good idea if you expect to have constraints on your time.
Restaurants
Here are just a few of San Francisco's good restaurants. Most (but not all) of the restaurants on this list are convenient to the downtown area near the hotel. Quite a few are within walking distance. For example, Belden Place Alley, a close-by alley just east of Kearny between Bush and Pine, has six small restaurants serving lunch and dinner at both outdoor and indoor tables (see below for more detailed Belden Place restaurant information).
The St. Francis now is the site of a new high-end restaurant: Michael Mina. Mina enjoyed the highest profile opening accorded to any San Francisco Restaurant in the past decade. The comprehensive wine list has 1500 entries. Securing your reservation in advance is advised: call (415) 397-9222. The St. Francis remains a favorite stop for afternoon tea, and a new lobby bar, The Onyx, has expanded the locations where philosophers can enjoy conversing.
Of note: the Ferry Bldg., at the foot of Market St., is an upscale version of Philadelphia's Lexington Market, with informal restaurants featuring in-season produce (especially during the Farmer's Market on Saturday). You can taste caviars (with champagne), sip exotic teas, or sample oysters at the indoor Plan to bring home a bag filled with boutique farm products: preserves, sausages, herbs, and similar bounty. Oh, yes. You also can catch a ferry to go across the Bay. To get there, catch a Market St. bus or trolley down to the Bay (or use BART).
Absinthe, brasserie, great frites, steak, duck confit, skate with polenta, 398 Hayes (at Gough), 551-1590.
Albona, wonderful Italian food from the area of Trieste, moderately priced, 545 Francisco, 441-1040
Alma, the first Nuevo Latino restaurant in the City, inspired, moderately priced, 1101 Valencia, 401-8959
Ana Mandara, Vietnamese Coastal cuisine. 891 Beach, 771-6800
Azie, Glamorous, delicious East/West fusion, 826 Folsom, 538-0918
B44, good Catalon and Portuguese rustic food, try the small plates/roasted rabbit in hazelnut sauce/eight kinds of paella, indoor/outdoor eating, walking distance, 44 Belden, 986-6287
Bambuddha Lounge, excellent drinks, Asian-theme food such as five-spice duck on coconut pancakes, salt-cured salmon carpaccio on shrimp chips, macadamia encrusted lamb chops, and sensual lemongrass custard. Walking distance. 601 Eddy at Larkin. 885-5088.
Baraka, Sufi influence. Moroccan tapas such as roasted sweet peppers and white anchovies with artichokes. Also try the tangine with veal cheeks, eggplant, dates, and chickpeas, and the sauteed daurade. Moderately priced. 288 Connecticut at 18th. 255-0370.
Bizou, for beef cheeks, braised pork shoulder, cassoulet and other warming dishes, 598 Fourth, 543-2222
Blue Plate, Stellar appetizers and side dishes like grilled pork chop with cranberry walnut compote, quirky surroundings. 3218 Mission St., 282-6777.
Bocadillos, highly recommended, reasonably priced Basque small plates, breakfast through dinner. The mid-day meal is mostly small sandwiches, two for $7.50. The warm Catalan sausage with manchego and arugula, chorizo with walnut spread and pardely, and serrano ham with tomato spread all are excellent. For dinner try tripe basquaise, pig trotters, prawns with fresh lemon confit, all at $7. 710 Montgomery (at Washington), 982-2622.
Bodega Bistro, despite its name, serves fresh and zingy Vietnamese food. Inexpensive. The pho (noodle soup) is recommended. Walking distance. 607 Larkin (at Eddy). 921-1218.
Borobudur, carefully traditional Indonesian food. We recommend ikan pepes, spice paste rubbed fish. Moderately priced. Walking distance. 700 Post at Jones. 775-1512.
Boulevard, Nancy Oakes's new American food, one of the City's most popular restaurants, 1 Mission St., 543-6084.
Brindisi Cucina di Mare, cuisine of the region of Puglia, indoor/outdoor eating, walking distance, 88 Belden Place, 593-8000.
Café 52, Mediterranean-California mix, tuna tartare, pomegranate lamb, prawns with horseradish orange marmalade sauce, indoor/outdoor dining, walking distance, 52 Belden Place, 433-5200.
Café Bastillo, Parisian ambiance, food uneven but the rack of lamb is wonderful, indoor/outdoor eating, walking distance, 22 Belden Place, 986-5673.
Cafe Claude, Parisian-style café in the city. Onion soup and roast chicken. Terrific selection of sandwiches and wines. Moderately priced. Walking distance, 7 Claude Ln., 392-3505.
Café Marimba, food from Oaxaca, many salsas and moles, fish, folk art - you feel as if you are in Mexico, modestly priced, 2317 Chestnut, 776-1506
Cafe Museo, the cafe in the Museum of Modern Art, 151 Third St., drop in for a quick lunch between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Café Spencer, a high end brasserie,
with asparagus in truffle emulsion and succulent squab on barley soaked
in foie gras jus. Franco-California cuisine
includes antelope au poivre and mango tarte tatin. The lyonnaise salad,
with smoked duck, a poached egg, and bitter greens is recommended. 82
14th St., 864-2191.
Café Tiramisu, pasta is a must order, but counter-carbers should try the sanddabs (a local flat fish) dore, indoor/outdoor dining, walking distance, 28 Belden Place, 421-7044.
Campton Place, intricately crafted French food, tasting menus, the "foie gras bar" is highly recommended, walking distance, 340 Stockton, expensive, 955-5555.
Canto do Brazil, quite authentic Brazilian food, 41 Franklin, very reasonable, 626-8727.
Chaat Café, irresistible naan serves as a wrap for sandwiches, noteworthy pakoras. Inexpensive. 320 Third at Folsom. 979-9946.
Charango, inventive tapas-style Cuban/Caribbean cuisine, 2351 Mission St., moderately priced, 282-1813.
Chaya Brasserie, fresh and simple to point of starkness, 132 Embarcadero, 777-8688.
Chez Nous, lamb chops with lavender sea salt, braised rabbit, frites with harissa aioli, other Mediterranean food, modest prices, 1911 Fillmore, 441-8044.
Citizen Cake, brunch, lunch, high tea, small plates of seafood, quick in and out before the theater, 399 Grove (at Gough), 861-2228.
Cliff House, a 1909 building at the far Western end of the City (ask the concierge for advice on public transportation), wonderful view overlooking Seal Rock, good food at moderate prices, recommended for weekend champagne buffet brunch complete with popovers. There is also a new upscale restaurant in the complex called Sutro's that is suspended over the cliff just above the waves. 1090 Point Lobos, 386-3330
Delfina, underground hit because of great food and modest prices, 3621 18th, 552-4055.
Edinburgh Café Pub/Old Chelsea Fish and Chips, The Pub is on Geary at Larkin and the Old Chelsea is on Larkin at Geary. Crispy battered fish fillets and thick chips. Inexpensive. Walking distance. 474-5015.
Elite Café, try the Cajun Sunday brunch, 10:00 - 3:00 p.m., 2049 Fillmore, 346-8668
Farallon, restaurant critic's darling. Seafood in a sea-themed setting, always on the S.F. "best restaurant" list, walking distance, 450 Post, 956-6969.
1550 Hyde (at Pacific), stellar gnocchi, braised pork shoulder, tempura halibut cheeks, maple syrup tart. 775-1550.
Fifth Floor, complex and sophisticated, try the pork belly poached with truffles and roasted crispy, 12 Fourth St.,777-5558
First Crush, excellent priced wine list and stylish food, 101 Cyril Magnin at Ellis, 982-7874
Fleur de Lys, extraordinary French food with Alsatian emphasis, a vegetarian tasting menu, brisk walking distance, 777 Sutter, 673-7779
Foreign Cinema, very good Mediterranean food, oyster bar, you can watch a film while you dine, all-day Sunday dining on heated patio, 2534 Mission, 648-7600
Fog City Diner, we like it for outdoor weekend brunch, 1300 Battery, 982-2000
42 Degrees, some say bold and brassy, some say soulful, food and music (live jazz nightly), 235 16th, 777-5558
Gary Danko, creative dishes with seasonal ingredients, won the James Beard award for the best new restaurant in the U.S. and recent Zagat commendation as best in S.F., some APA members judge that the price is very reasonable given the quality of the food. 800 North Point, 749-2060
Gaylord India, venerable Indian restaurant with elaborate luncheon buffets. Ghirardelli Square, 771-8822.
Globe, serves dinner till 1 a.m., the city's chefs eat here, 290 Pacific, 391-4132.
Grand Café, French, try the skate wing and braised rabbit, chef strongly recommended, and a great bar with excellent bar food. 501 Geary, very close walking distance, 292-0101.
Great Eastern, largest selection of live seafood from tanks in the City, Open to 1 a.m., BUT don't order Americanized dishes or you will be turned over to the chef who specializes in tourists, 649 Jackson, 986-2500
Greens, still a premiere vegetarian restaurant with an outstanding wine list, Building A, Fort Mason, 771-6222
Hana Zen, a convivial yakitori bar (20 kinds), walking distance, 115 Cyril Magnin near Ellis, 421-2101
Hawthorne Lane, creative California-style with Asian flair, with excellent bar menu. 22 Hawthorne Lane, 777-9779
Hayes and Vine, wine bar with 600 choices, upscale nibbles including caviar, 377 Hayes, 626-5301.
Hayes Street Grill, classic fish house, excellent service, 320 Hayes, 863-5545.
Hung Ky, second best pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) in the City, southern style. An inexpensive and filling meal. Walking distance. 337 Jones (between Ellis and Eddy). 674-8278.
Isa, specializes in small French plates, moderate prices, 3324 Steiner St, 567-9588.
Jai Yun, an exceptional (and very small) restaurant in Chinatown, highly recommended adventure, call for reservations- chef-owner speaks no English and little Cantonese (he's from west of Shanghai). 923 Pacific Ave. (at Powell), 981-7438.
Jardiniere, exceptional execution and high prices to get it, 300 Grove, 861-5555.
Jeanty's at Jack's, the current reincarnation of Jack's, a San Francisco fixture since 1864, is as a sibling of the famous Yountville brasserie. Excellent and expensive. 615 Sacramento, 693-0941
Joubert's, here the comfort food is from South Africa. Try yam and corn soup, and stewy chicken peri-peri. Moderate prices. But be warned that the restaurant is far from Union Square, way out by the Great Highway that runs along the Pacific Ocean. 4115 Judah, 753-5448.
Kabuto A&S, Both traditional and whimsically San Francisco sushi. Some say the best toro in the City. An exceptional sake list as well. Moderately priced for the quality. 5121 Geary near 16th. 752-5652.
Kelly's Mission Rock, heaven for weekend brunch, modest prices, heated outdoor dining with a beautiful view of the Bay, 817 China Basin, 626-5355.
Kokkari Estiatorio, Beautiful ambiance with a wide selection of excellent Greek food, one of Thomas Keller's favorite S.F. restaurants, 200 Jackson, 981-0983.
Kuleto's, great for breakfast, Italian food from wood-burning oven, 221 Powell, 397-7720 (walking distance, half a block from the hotel)
La Santaneca de la Mission, down-home Salvadoran cuisine, with outstanding pupusas, corn masa pockets, tortillas with crema, and curtido (pickled cabbage). Breakfast through dinner. Inexpensive. 2815 Mission at 24th St (take BART). 285-2131.
La Tasca, contemporary Spanish cuisine, moderate prices, tapas and paella with a recommended late night tapas menu, two flamenco performances every Saturday evening, 1772 Market Street, 863-3516
La Taqueria, one of the oldest in the Mission District. Try the carnitas and fresh fruit drinks. Inexpensive. 2889 Mission St., 285-7117.
Le Charm, friendly prices for French menu, 315 Fifth, 546-6128
Le Colonial, Upscale and innovative Vietnamese, walking distance, 20 Cosmo Place, 931-3600.
La Folie, Lyonnaise cuisine, 2316 Polk, 776-5577
Last Supper Club. Inventive raviolis and other comfort foods. Very reasonable wine list. 1199 Valencia at 23rd St. 695-1199.
Liberty Cafe, American with great wine list, 410 Cortland, 695-8777
Lichee Garden, Cantonese family style, 1416 Powell, 397-2290
Limon, moderately priced with the best Peruvian food in San Francisco. Pan-seared halibut or bouillabaise with a smoky Peruvian sauce are recommended, as is the spicy sweet sangria. 524 Valencia between 16th and 17th St., 252-0918.
L'Osteria del Forno, Italian, 519 Columbus, 982-1124
Lulu, Excellent dishes from wood-fired oven; many fishes and roasted veggies, 816 Folsom, 495-5775.
Luna Park, Another comfort food menu, this one with moderate prices. Start up with grilled artichokes or fries dipped in the lemon aioli, warm up with pot-au-feu or hunter's pie, and finish up with a wedge of coconut cream pie big enough for a couple of diners. 694 Valencia, 553-8584.
Mandalay, Burmese cuisine (and Mandarin as well). Remarkable tea leaf and green papaya salads are recommended. Inexpensive. 4348 California (at Sixth Ave. in Richmond District). 386-3896.
Masa's, Back on top, Excellent tasting menu, Delicious meat and game dishes, and deserts. Walking distance, 648 Bush, 989-7154
Maykadeh Persian Cuisine, exquisite food, full range of authentic ingredients, try the lamb tongues in saffron and the wonderful desserts, 470 Green, 362-8286, North Beach site, a trek for good walkers - others are advised to call a cab.
Max's, at the corner past the St. Francis Carriage Entrance at Geary and Mason. Relatively inexpensive comfort food, opens for breakfast at 7:00 am and is highly recommended, excellent sandwiches and salads, try the smoked pot roast, matzoh ball soup and cabbage soup, chopped chicken livers, wonderful desserts, no reservations.
Millenium, a destination vegetarian restaurant, 246 McAllister, 487-9800.
Ngoc Mai, 124 Vietnamese dishes, try the bun (cloud-like rice noodles), the goat curry, seafood chow mein. Only one dish over $7, but be warned - this restaurant closes at 7 p.m. 547 Hyde near Geary. 931-4899.
Oola Restaurant, walking distance on Folsom between Fourth and Fifth, we recommend the seafood chunk skewer on a confit of fennel and artichoke, sprinkled with fennel pollen, and the fig over blue cheese and onion jam tart, drizzled with chestnut honey. This is the San Francisco version of bistro food, and it is open till 1 a.m. 860 Folsom, 995-2061.
One Market, fresh food that wows diners, petrale sole souffle, osso buco for two, 1 Market St., 777-5577
Pacific Catch, fish prepared in many styles, from Baja fish and shrimp tacos to grilled ahi or salmon in a wasabi bowl. Sweet potato fries go with all. Inexpensive. 2027 Chestnut. 440 1950.
Pakwan, Pakistani, put your order in at the counter and wait. Try the eggplant Pakwan, chicken makhani, and lamb achar, all cooled down by yogurt raita. Inexpensive. Walking distance. 501 O'Farrall and 653 Clay.
Pancho Villa Taqueria, very moderate prices, one of the best of the Mission's many taquerias, 3071 Mission, 864-8840
Parc Hong Kong, state-of-the-art Cantonese, 5322 Geary, 668-8998
Petit Robert, recommended dishes are pork chops rubbed with olive, shredded brussel sprouts with hazelnuts, and cinnamon lamb shank on mint-sparked cous-cous, 2300 Polk, 922-8100.
Piaf's, live music and cabaret, 1686 Market, 864-3700.
Pho Hoa, some of the best pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) in the City, large bowl is excellent proof against any early morning chill, this restaurant opens at 8:00 a.m. for Vietnamese breakfast, walking distance, 431 Jones (between Ellis and O'Farrell), 673-3163.
Plouf, more European than strictly French, this bistro serves mussels seven ways. Other star dishes keep the focus on seafood, prices are more moderate than the presentation and service would indicate. Top 100, indoor/outdoor eating, walking distance, 40 Belden Place, 986-6491.
Piperade, Basque-inspired menu continues San Francisco's pursuit of upscale comfort food. Try the squid bathed in a foie gras sauce with grapes, moderately priced, 1015 Battery, 391-2555.
Postrio, Wolfgang Puck signature restaurant, mixed reviews, walking distance, 545 Post, 776-7825.
Powell's Place, soul food, 511 Hayes, 863-1404.
Puccinni & Pinetti, good trattoria food, try the devil's food cake, 129 Ellis at Cyril Magnin, 392-5500
R and G Lounge, some of best Hong Kong food in town, try #2 Geoduck sashimi, #6 Salt-and-pepper crab, #11 Beef brisket and turnip in clay pot, #12 Dried scallops with Chinese melon, #15 Fried stuffed bean curd, and (not on menu but ask for it) pea shoots or amaranth with three kinds of egg. 631 Kearny, 982-7877.
Redwood Park, exquisite food and perfect wine list, 600 Montgomery, 283-1000.
Rotunda at Neiman Marcus, great for lunch and cocktails, we recommend the truffle risotto and lobster pot au crème, walking distance one block away, 362-3900.
Saigon Sandwiches, sets the standard for Vietnamese-French sandwiches, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Inexpensive, Walking distance. 560 Larkin at Eddy. 474-5698.
Sam's Grill, classic San Francisco grill, excellent petrale sole, veal porterhouse, celery victor, moderate prices, brisk walk, 324 Bush, 421-0594
Scala's, first rate bistro, try the wood-oven roasted mussels. Not too expensive, walking distance, 432 Powell, 395-8555
Sears Fine Foods, best pancakes in the world, now serving all day long. Inexpensive. Walking distance, 439 Powell St., 986-1160.
Shanghai 1930, elegant Shanghai combinations such as "fish pillows," 133 Steuart, 896-5600
Shalimor, one of Travel and Leisure Magazine's top 50 restaurants, but no dish costs more than $8.00. Tandoori, curries, vegetarian dishes. 532 Jones. 928-0333, No credit cards.
Slanted Door, San Francisco's most popular upscale Vietnamese restaurant, now situated in the Ferry Building at the foot of Market St, 861-8032.
Stars, simple, impeccable, expensive, 555 Golden Gate, 861-7827.
Suppenkuche, good German with lots of beers and great specialties, 601 Hayes, 252-9289
Tallula, Very San Francisco, this restaurant's
cuisine is Indian-style, executed with French sensibilities and California
ingredients. At the bar, you may nibble on little lemon and cilantro
pancakes with tamarind-date chutney or grilled sardines with mango and
cucumber relish. Advance to one of the dining rooms and try fresh tomato
soup with kaffir lime and stuffed squash blossoms. Main
courses are too numerous to list. Among deserts, try the roasted peaches
with saffron. Brunch is served on Sundays. 4230 18th Street,
at Diamond. 437-6722.
Tepin Thai, try the green chicken curry and crying lady prawns. Moderately priced, 298 Gough, 863-9335
Thai House Express, regional dishes such as spicy sausage, slow-braised pork leg, poached chicken over oil-cooked rice. Regarded as most authentic Thai street food in the Bay Area. Inexpensive. Walking distance. 901 Larkin at Geary. 441-2248.
Thai Me Up, Open only for lunch, good Thai food, no dish more than $5. 836 Mission. 777-0444.
ThirstyBear, Spanish food and homemade beers, press your lips around the fishcheeks, 661 Howard, 974-0905
Ti Couz, sweet and savoury crepes, large collection of hard ciders, modest prices, 3108 16th St., 252-7373.
Ton Kiang, top dim sum parlor in the City, some Hakka dishes, will take reservations for large parties, 5821 Geary, 386-8530
Turtle Tower, Best pho (noodle soup) in the City, in delicate northern style. Walking distance. 631 Larkin St (at Willow between Eddy and Ellis), 409-3333.
Yank Sing, 80 different dim sum on the carts at any time, 101 Spear St. 957-9300, also at 49 Stevenson St.
Vietnam II, an extensive menu including roast crab. For breakfast, lunch or dinner, you can't beat the pho at prices that go up to $6.50, large bowls of star anise-scented broth full of your choice of seafood, poultry, meat, vegetables. 701 Larkin at Ellis. Inexpensive. Walking distance. 885-1274.
Watergate, expensive but considered a bargain given the complexity of the cooking and presentations. Rack of lamb with ragout of lamb shank, crab salad with pea shoots, warm lobster martini. 1177 California (at Taylor). 474-2000.
XYZ, beautiful food, service, people, prices to match. 181 Third, 817-7836
Zuni Cafe, classic California cafe food, a favorite of philosophers for two decades, the cookbook based on Zuni Café's offerings is the New York Times "best cookbook of 2002", 1658 Market, 552-2522.
N.B.: Hong Kong dessert cafes are a new addition to the San Francisco restaurant scene. If you are looking for a sweet break, and have some time to travel beyond the center of the City, try
JJ Dessert House, 1525 Irving, 682-8810 (enormous variety of hot and cold custards) and
Kowloon Tong Dessert Cafe 393 7th Ave. (at Geary), 876-1289 (try steamed snow frog fat with papaya or coconut).
Theaters within Walking Distance of Hotel
(Tickets can be purchased across the street from the hotel, at the TIX in Union Square. Or try Theatre Bay Area, at www.theatrebayarea.org, or 415-433-7827 for tickets. Including day of performance bargains.)
Cable Car Theatre: The Cable Car Theatre, an intimate space with low ceilings and a casual feel, presents a variety of mainstream and alternative off-Broadway shows. 430 Mason St. (415) 956-8497.
Curran Theatre: Although not as sumptuous as its neighbor, the Geary Theatre, this house does host many traveling Broadway shows. 445 Geary St., (415) 776-1999.
Geary Theatre: Home to the prestigious American Conservatory Theatre. This building's beautiful 1909 facade — encrusted with colorful foliage — was recently cleaned and restored to its original luster. 415 Geary St., (415) 743-2228.
Golden Gate Theatre: Built in 1920 for the Orpheum circuit, the Golden Gate Theatre was designed by Gustav Albert Lansburgh, who also constructed SF's Warfield and other theaters across the country. The theater, which used to present vaudeville and feature films in the vein of Radio City Music Hall, was restored in 1979 and now presents Broadway shows. 1 Taylor St., (415) 551-2000.
Il Teatro 450: Formerly known as the 450 Geary Studio Theatre, this small space now features productions by up-and-coming performers from the Bay Area. 450 Geary St., (415) 433-1172.
Lorraine Hansberry Theatre: This 300-seat theatre, which opened in 1981, is named after the African-American author of "Raisin in the Sun" and features productions written by black playwrights. The entrance is through the lobby of the Sheehan Hotel. 620 Sutter St., (415) 474-8800.
Marines Memorial Theater: fun shows, often musical. 877-771-6900
Performance Site Phone Numbers
(All in the 415 area code, some very close to hotel, all can be reached by public transportation)
American Conservatory Theater 749-2228
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts 978-2787
Orpheum Theater 551-2000
San Francisco Ballet 865-2000
Fort Mason Theater 345-7575
Theatre Rhinoceros 861-5079
Victoria Theater 863-7576
San Francisco Opera 864-3330
San Francisco Performances 398-6449
San Francisco Symphony 864-6000
Project Artaud 626-DOME
Ticketmaster 512-7770
Teatre Zinzani 438-2668
Intersection for the Arts 626-2787
Exit on Taylor 675-5995
Zeum 749-2228
Actors Theatre 296-9179
Phoenix Theatre 789-8221
For current shows, and what's playing in the dozens of small theaters,
try the METROACTIVE website: http://metroactive.com/calendar/
For music events and clubs, try the following website:
http://www.sanfrancisco.com/music/index.html
Ticketweb is a very comprehensive on-line service for Bay Area events:
http://www.ticketweb.com/user/sfbay
Go to the Laughing Squid site for the underground "what's on in San Francisco": http://www.laughingsquid.org/
Exhibitions at San Francisco Museums
82 14th at Folsom. 864-2191.
The Asian Art Museum, in its new home in the remodeled old library in the Civic Center (a short bus ride), has a wonderful collection. Open Thursdays till 9 pm, many special events on weekends. 557-6966
Museums and Galleries
In addition to the (mostly public) sites listed below, there are dozens of galleries within the blocks surrounding our hotel
Palace of the Legion of Honor — Museum
100 34th Ave San Francisco CA (415) 750-3600
Asian Art Museum-San Francisco — Museum
Civic Center, San Francisco CA (415) 557-6966
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
151 3rd St San Francisco CA (415) 357-4000
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts — Gallery
701 Mission St San Francisco CA (415) 978-2787
Zeum (Museum of electronic media arts)
Yerba Buena Roof Garden, 221 Fourth St, San Francisco CA (415) 777-2800
California Academy of Sciences — Natural History and Anthropology Museum
875 Howard St San Francisco CA (415) 321-8000
Folk Art International — Gallery
140 Maiden Ln San Francisco CA (415) 392-9999
(walk across Union Square to see this little Frank Lloyd Wright building with a mini-spiral ramp, a model for the Guggenheim)
(new and near) Museum of Craft-Design — Museum
550 Sutter St San Francisco CA (415) 773-0303
Exploratorium — Museum
3601 Lyon St San Francisco CA (415) 397-5673
San Francisco Women Artists — Gallery
370 Hayes St San Francisco CA (415) 552-7392
San Francisco Performing Arts Library and Museum —
401 Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor War Memorial Performing Arts
Center San Francisco CA (415) 255-4800
Pacific Heritage Museum - Museum
608 Commercial St. San Francisco CA (415) 399-1124
Contemporary Jewish Museum — Museum
121 Steuart St, San Francisco CA (415) 344-8800
S.F. African American Historical and Cultural Society
Fort Mason, San Francisco CA (415) 441-0640
Xanadu Tribal Art Gallery — Gallery
140 Maiden Ln San Francisco CA (415) 392-9999
American Indian Contemporary Arts — Other
23 Grant Ave San Francisco CA (415) 989-7003
Center For Electronic Art — School & Studio
250 4th St San Francisco CA (415) 512-9300
Sfmoma Contemporary Extension
151 3rd St San Francisco CA
Museum of Russian Culture
2450 Sutter Street San Francisco CA (415) 921-4082
Museo Italo-Americano — Museum
Fort Mason Center San Francisco CA (415) 673-2200
California Academy of Sciences — Museum
Golden Gate Park San Francisco CA (415) 750-7145
Capp Street Project — Gallery
525 2nd St San Francisco CA (415) 495-7101
Chinese Historical Society of America - Museum
965 Clay (415) 391-1188
Tattoo Art Museum
841 Columbus Avenue San Francisco CA (415) 775-4991
Museum of Craft and Folk Art — Museum
Fort Mason San Francisco CA (415) 775-0990
Museum of the City of San Francisco — Museum
2801 Leavenworth, 3rd floor San Francisco CA (415) 928-0289
Galeria de la Raza-Studio 24 — Gallery
2857 24th St San Francisco CA (415) 826-8009
National Maritime Museum Library — Museum
Bay St at Van Ness Ave Bldg E 3rd Flr San Francisco CA (415)
556-9870
Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts — School & Studio
2868 Mission Street San Francisco CA (415) 821-1155
Steinhart Aquarium — Museum
Lincoln Way at 9th Ave San Francisco CA (415) 221-5100
African American Art & Culture Complex — Gallery
762 Fulton St San Francisco CA (415) 922-2049