Some of my favorite locally-owned restaurants, shops, fitness studios, and more!
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Restaurants
Buddhi and Sasha (the owners) are the sweetest people in the world. Not only do they treat their customers like family, but they also make the BEST sushi I’ve ever had 🍣🥹
Fishmandu Sushi
Jane is one of my go-to spots for brunch, and I also love grabbing their fresh loafs of bread and bringing it home to cook with!
Jane on Fillmore
I'm here at least once a week either for groceries or a sandwich – the flagship is my go to!
Le Beau Market
This restaurant holds such a special place in my heart – my boyfriend and I had our second date here, and now I tend to go on any special occasion. The atmosphere is cozy, the food is delicious, and the service is fantastic
Trattoria Contadina
Another one of my go-to's for sandwiches, hahah! I love to pick up the Pat Burrell and bring it to Campus (a dog-friendly bar right across the street)
Lucca Delicatessen
A cocktail & tapas bar hidden behind a pawnshop. You have to bring something to pawn in order to get in. 10/10 would recommend as a date spot, and especially as a birthday dinner spot!
The Pawn Shop
Bob's is classic SF, haha! I go at least once a week. Everything is amazing, but I'm partial to the chocolate croissant
Bob's Donuts
Hands down my favorite San Francisco restaurant. If you like sea food, this is a MUST try! I get the cioppino every time
Sotto Mare
Shopping
My go-to local shop for boutique for vintage, designer and independent clothing brands
ShopRelove - San Francisco
The ultimate shoppy-shop! This is my go-to store for gifts for friends, family, co-workers, etc.
Rare Device
Total neighborhood shop, AND one of the few independently-owned used and new bookstores still operating in San Francisco
Russian Hill Bookstore
Another great shoppy-shop! I often get home / kitchen goods from here, and also have bought christmas ornaments, apartment decor, and farmers market bags. They have practically everything you could need for yourself or someone else
Picnic
I was SO excited when Stuff moved closer to me! They bring together more than 60 dealers with an inventory that is different every time I stop by!
Stuff
Fitness
One of the few places in SF that actually offers classical pilates. The instructors are fabulous, and I'm a firm believer that while classes / memberships are expensive, it's absolutely worth the price!
Mighty Pilates Russian Hill
Activities
I'm part of a league at Presidio Bowl and I cannot recommend it enough. Not only do you get to bowl, but I've never had such good food and drinks at a bowling alley, hahah! And, the staff is amazing.
