Strawberry Canyon Recreation Area
Neighborhood: Oakland Hills

Centennial Dr
behind Memorial Stadium, UC Berkeley Campus
Berkeley, CA 94720

Aimee L. writes: If anyone wants free swimming lessons, I can give them to you here.  Even though my CPR and Water training certificates have expired, I know what I'm doing...pinkie swear.  I brought 3 people with me yesterday and over the course of 3 hours, they…

Nordstrom

1200 Broadway Plaza
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Elise F. writes: My closet can be divided into four categories:

1) T-shirts that I have accumulated from the many swimming and running competitions I have been a part of. I rarely wear them, except I can't seem to bring myself to throwing them away. (This includes an…

Sunstream Cafe
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

2884 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118

Morgan H. writes: 5 stars for the Acai bowls alone....*sighs* I miss all this stuff from BR. Acai is sorta like a super blueberry....but not.

Before you go there and try one try and not be a jackass and learn how to pronounce it (Ah.Sigh.EE ). I love just saying the…

Peaberry's Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

5655 College Ave
Ste 102
Oakland, CA 94618

Lynn L. writes: The baristas are all very cute indie looking chicks so if you are in to hot chicks there's that. I felt inferior! But it's not enough to steer me away. I still can appreciate a good-looking woman despite wanting to be as hot and feeling a bit…

Williams-Sonoma
Neighborhood: Union Square

340 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94108

Ed to the M. writes: Back in 2004, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom openly defied California law by allowing several thousand same-sex couples to get married.  One of my best friends in college, who I sadly don't get to see enough since she moved to the East Coast,…

The Cheese Steak Shop

1054 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94710

Rocco B. writes: Wit whiz or witout?

The Berkeley Cheese Steak Shop has a great sign up by the register that says that the building is "not earthquake safe" and is "an imminent threat to human life".

So you're basically risking it all for some greasy meat on a roll.…

It's Italia Pizzeria Ristorante

40 Stone Pine Rd
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Kara D. writes: We went to It's Italia for a late lunch.  There are a couple dishes you can always rely on at It's Italia:  The gnocchi (best I've ever had), the pizza (with lots of gourmet "create your own" options), and the salads always satisfy. My companions had…

City Toyota Inc Parts & Service

255 San Pedro Rd
Daly City, CA 94014

donna h. writes: UPDATE! - (new location on San Pedro Rd  -  I updated the business address/hours/phone)

I don't think I've been so happy to wait 45 minutes for anything. What initially was an hour and a half wait turned out to be a very quick catchup on celebrity…

Sanrio Southland

302 Southland Mall
Hayward, CA 94545

Hilda W. writes: and i thought the sanrio in valley fair was awesome. dude the one in southland mall is loaded with stuff that you cant find in the other sanrios. luckily i found my pickles the frog note book and pen which ive been searching for for awhile now. they…

Yelp Haiku

San Francisco, CA 94101

Kristina R. writes: Fun comes before facts
Meet and eat and rant and Yelp
Inebriated

Stop begging for fans
You will not be satisfied
Kissing Yelper butt

To Yelp is to want
Be a pimp in your own mind
It's fo' sho'...true dat.

Thai Corner

400 15th Street
Oakland, CA 94612

Marsha Z. writes: The sign jutting out from the building makes this corner spot easy to find.  Located in downtown Oakland, it is bustling with worker bees during lunch.  Still, there's a decent amount of (mostly 2-person per table) seating that everyone should be…

La Parrilla Grill
Neighborhood: Mission

2801 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Glu C. writes: I give this a 4.5  

The best thing is the chicken. You'll know once you try it. Fried yuca and platanos are good too. They have tostones, fries, sandwiches and burritos, theyre huge! And aguas frescas.

Aikido Shusekai

At the Downtown Berkeley YMCA
2001 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

Argus M. writes: I'll put it this way. When I moved to Los Angeles, I decided to start my own Shusekai dojo rather than go to any of the schools already here. (That's an advantage of being a high-ranking student....)

Vignette
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

665 Bush St
at The Orchard Hotel
San Francisco, CA 94108

Nish N. writes: Who would have thought that within the unpretentious Orchard Hotel, you'd find a hidden gem of a fine dining experience, but after last night, I can say that, yes folks, you can.

I had the pleasure of dining at Vignette yesterday evening. Sadly we…

Lung Fung Bakery
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

1823 Clement Street
San Francisco, CA 94121

sascha b. writes: I can't add more superlatives than what's already been yelped about this little hole in the wall bun-a-licious stop for char siu bao. Big friendly smiles, big warm, just ever so slightly crusty at the edges buns, the pork savory rather than sweet,…

Heather Farm Park & Community Center

301 N San Carlos Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Steven G. writes: Before Maggie (B.M.) I wasn't very much of a park person much less outdoorsy with exception to the annual summer camping trips I go on with my family.  I hated and still hate bugs especially gnats and the dreaded West Nile faeries (aka mosquitoes) so…

Flours

San Francisco, CA 94110

Karen C. writes: Update 7/5/07
Stephanie made my birthday cake this year and it was sooo delicious. Everyone at my party couldn't stop talking about how darn good the cake was. Not only did it taste good, but it looked beautiful. The cake had a oyster and strand of…

Babylon Burning Screen Printing
Neighborhood: SOMA

63 Bluxome St
San Francisco, CA 94107

Joey C. writes: These guys are awesome!  A few months ago we were in a bind because we needed t-shirts made with our logos within a very short period of time.  After our initial choice of business to do to shirts fell through, we were left scrambling to find a…

The Countertop Store

151 Old County Rd
San Carlos, CA 94070

Hugh B. writes: The most unsexy, uncool substance on the planet is called Corian.  Consider the name alone:  Corian.  It is an empty, wimpy name, likely dreamt up by the same Caspar Milquetoast who thought Altria would be a pleasant  alternative to Philip Morris…

Sheba Lounge
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

1419 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94115

Nish N. writes: Oh Sheba Sheba, this piano lounge is a trip. The area is somewhat sketch, but then again right near The Fillmore and Rassela's and Harput's. Add the impending opening of Yoshi's and all of a sudden you have your own jazz preservation district, with…

Sharon Sasaki, L.Ac
Neighborhood: Union Square, SOMA

870 Market Street
San Francisco, CA 94102

Amanda L. writes: Sharon has introduced me into the fabulous world of acupuncture and I am so happy that I found her through Yelp.  Each visit not only helps to cure my many allergies but she also teaches me about different homeopathic remedies, natural cures and…

KFOG KaBoom!
Neighborhood: Fisherman's Wharf

Pier 30-32
San Francisco, CA 94107

M The C .. writes: The other reviews sum it up perfectly, but the more the merrier!

We drag our teenage and grown up sons to this every year.

We don't hang outside with all the foreigners (not SFer's) ... for the love of Pete, no!  ...

... we go to the high-rise…

Tiburon Lodge and Conference Center

1651 Tiburon Blvd
Belvedere Tiburon, CA 94920

Jaime L. writes: I'll be honest--I'm not spoiled. *el G4SP!* Sure, I may act like a total brat, bragging about my Kate Spade flats I purchased, but did I fail to mention that I got them half off and have been wearing them every single day since the moment I bought…

Sammy's Smoke & Snacks
Neighborhood: Union Square

213 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94108

Janet H. writes: Sammy's Smoke & Snacks made a great lunch sandwich for me today.  I had roast beef w/ everything on dutch roll.  There was the right amount of meat, lettuce and tomato were crisp, and the roll was very tasty.

I was in downtown with appointments and…

Cornerstone Cafe

600 Dutton Ave
Ste A
San Leandro, CA 94577

Brad B. writes: Went here Sunday for brunch with my brother and wife and lil Petey. Nice clean cafe with really good breakfast and lunch. Ima break it down for you:

Eggs Blackstone: Nice twist on Benedict where they replace the ham with a sliced grilled tomato and…

Super Cleaners
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

1017 Divisadero Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

Jamal G. writes: Wonderful service. I mean, the lady that works here will straight up take care of you.

I use to go to the Cleaners across from my house... now they're closed. You know what's funny? I think the dry cleaning business really likes Black folks... no…

Animal Farm Discount Pet Foods & Supplies

1531 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702

melissa r. writes: what does a gay bunny eat?
haaaay.
;)

love this place for all the fun and crucial stuff i need for my bun-bun!

Lotus Garden Vietnamese Cuisine
Neighborhood: Bernal Heights

3216 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Marsha Z. writes: EDIT 12/2007:  I had to dock them a star; the fried rice and tofu dish I had was just "ok", and that was eating while inebriated!  It can't be that good, can it?  Service remained friendly, despite coming in close to closing.  

Four stars…

Haight Street Work Clothes
Neighborhood: Lower Haight

631 Haight Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

James M. writes: I love my brother Daniel, he is one of the coolest cats I've ever met.  He is incredibly down to earth, cool under fire, and charming.  Who does that remind you of?  Yes it reminds you of James Bond!

After seeing Casino Royale and checking out Daniel…

The Crepe House
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

597 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94109

Mckenzy G. writes: If your ever in nob hill/tender nob district and looking for  a great place to eat and relax , I suggest going to this Crepe house, on Post and Taylor. It's diverse, the food is great, and the atmosphere is mellow enough to enjoy a meal.

EBM Kung Fu
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

6300 Shattuck Ave
Oakland, CA 94609

Karin S. writes: This place is my second home.  But I never recommend it to anyone, and I'm not recommending it to you now.  Here are some reasons not to come:

1. The regular curriculum is tai chi, kung fu, kickboxing, and wrestling.  Do you really want to do all…

Flying Colors Comics & Other Cool Stuff

2980 Treat Blvd
Concord, CA 94518

Panda D. writes: I'm convinced that this place is the greatest comic shop on the planet.  I couldn't possibly say anything bad about these guys.  They have an amazing selection, not just of comics and graphic novels... They've got books on drawing and the history of…

GoCar Rentals
Neighborhood: Fisherman's Wharf

2715 Hyde Street
Fisherman's Wharf Location
San Francisco, CA 94109

Kristina R. writes: They're like target practice for my bitchin' Saturn Station Wagon...the red rocket!

Whomever decided to put blazingly loud radios in these lil' buggy cars should be punched in the face repeatedly for being a tool.  The sound is TERRIBLE...like you're…

Liberty Tax Service
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3020 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118

Lauren G. writes: Who likes doing their taxes?  Right, that's what I thought.  No one.  I started off this year with the intention of doing them myself and although my situation isn't really that complicated as soon I started to really get into it there was too much I…

Postal Annex
Neighborhood: SOMA

100 1st Street
Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94105

Michael E. writes: I avoid government institutions like the plague. The Post Office, DMV, Foreign Consulates, you name 'em, they drive me crazy. That's why I love this little annex. You pop in, it's never busy, you mail your packages, you're on your way. The girls who…

Yet Nal Za Zang
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Temescal

4390 Telegraph Ave
Ste B
Oakland, CA 94609

euge l. writes: during my little stint in korea, i became WAYYYY too spoiled with korean food. even the neighborhood, two bucks a bowl jja jang myun was better than most places in the bay area.... and homie on a scooter would deliver it in literally a couple…

Cow Hollow Woodworks
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

3100 Steiner Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Gourmet G. writes: When I moved cross-country to San Francisco more than twenty years ago, several pieces of furniture sustained varying degrees of damage. Even though they were already a dozen years old, their original cost warranted repair rather than replacement.…