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JoshuaHeterJoshuaHeter Omaha, NE
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I'll be in San Francisco / the Bay Area with a few friends (for the first time) in a long weekend in November. 

We'll (probably) try to do Alcatraz. Other than that... any recommendations? 
Chinaski

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  • cdrivecdrive Houston, TX
    Seward mini park slides
    Camera obscura
    isobune in japantown mall
    Muir woods
    JoshuaHeter
  • ChinaskiChinaski Santa Cruz, CA
    well well Omaha Josh bring those good vibes to the Bay! it all depends in where exactly you'll be staying and how long. also, depends how the restrictions are in Nov (if it continues to go the way it has then you're in good shape). while technically not the Bay Area, but if you find yourself near Santa Cruz hit me up!
    JoshuaHeter
  • JoshuaHeterJoshuaHeter Omaha, NE
    Chinaski said:
    well well Omaha Josh bring those good vibes to the Bay! it all depends in where exactly you'll be staying and how long. also, depends how the restrictions are in Nov (if it continues to go the way it has then you're in good shape). while technically not the Bay Area, but if you find yourself near Santa Cruz hit me up!
    We’ll be getting in on a Friday afternoon and leaving sometime on Monday.

    I think the plan for now is to stay in San Francisco.

    So, we’ll essentially have Saturday and Sunday to do what we want... more or less.
    Chinaski
  • ChinaskiChinaski Santa Cruz, CA
    well then.. head to the Mission and get yourself a Mission Burrito at some point. i can rec several places if you'd like. that sir.. is a must!
    JoshuaHeter
  • NoelNoel Dallas, TX
    Don’t go to any A’s games
    ChinaskicdriveMichelleJoshuaHeterHatorian
  • ChinaskiChinaski Santa Cruz, CA
    Noel said:
    Don’t go to any A’s games
    esp in November :p
    cdriveNoelCretanBullMichelleJoshuaHeterHatorian
  • MichelleMichelle California
    @JoshuaHeter if you're looking for food recs, I have some.

    First and foremost, hit up House of Prime Rib for dinner.  It's an SF icon, it's been there since the 40s, and their food is so good.  Their prime rib entrées are typically in the $45 range or so.  The menu's pretty straightforward since prime rib is pretty much what they do, so there are like 3 or 4 different cuts, and they have a children's plate and you can get a seafood entrée instead if you like.  Plus , it's on Van Ness St, (one of the main thoroughfares through the city), so it's super easy to find. I'd make your reservation now if you're interested.
    https://www.houseofprimerib.net/#menu

    I also snipped this from another website but it describes more about them:









    Another iconic spot is Tommy's Joynt, a good place to get a sandwich & sides.  This is another spot that's been open since the 40s & consistently serves good food.  They focus on the meat, so if you want lettuce, tomato, etc it's extra - but that said, the meat is super tasty.  The decor inside is a little over the top but in a funky, kind of fun way.  They're also easy to find (corner of Geary & Van Ness).   http://tommysjoynt.com/




    There are also some really great restaurants along Fisherman's Wharf, including Alioto's - a seafood restaurant that's been there for over 90 years.  They're currently still closed due to the pandemic, but I wonder if they'll be open by November?  https://aliotos.com/




    @Chinaski are you talking about the burrito at El Farolito (24th & Mission)?  Bomb. burritos.
    https://elfarolitosf.com/
    JoshuaHeterNoelChinaski
  • ChinaskiChinaski Santa Cruz, CA
    Michelle said:
    @Chinaski are you talking about the burrito at El Farolito (24th & Mission)?  Bomb. burritos.
    yeah that's def one of them! other couple of spots that i recommend are La Taqueria and Taqueria Cancun. so damn good!
    Michelle
  • bizmarkiefaderbizmarkiefader San Francisco
    Not sure if you have kids but even if you don't I still enjoy going to the Exploratorium every few years


    It's basically a bunch of interactive science experiments so I'm not sure how much the covid restrictions are affecting the experience but it's a fun time.
    Michelle
  • HatorianHatorian Dagobah
    Chinaski said:
    Noel said:
    Don’t go to any A’s games
    esp in November :p
    Just go to a Raiders game instead…..
    NoelMichelleChinaski
  • MichelleMichelle California
    Definitely visit the Palace of Fine Arts.
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palace_of_Fine_Arts


  • ChinaskiChinaski Santa Cruz, CA
    and don't sleep on the academy of science. super rad!

    JoshuaHeter
  • JoshuaHeterJoshuaHeter Omaha, NE
    Can anyone give a thumbs up or a thumbs down to the California Historical Society museum?

    Yes, I am a huge nerd.
  • MichelleMichelle California
    JoshuaHeter said:
    Can anyone give a thumbs up or a thumbs down to the California Historical Society museum?

    Yes, I am a huge nerd.
    I’ve actually never been there, but it when it comes to San Francisco I feel like there might be more stimulating activities.  It might just be me though. If you are interested in museums and things like that, then you probably will like it. There is a lot of history when it comes to San Francisco, especially going back to the gold rush and the San Francisco earthquake, so I assume there is probably a lot there for you to see.
    ChinaskiJoshuaHeterNoel
  • HatorianHatorian Dagobah
    We just went to the Chicago Field Museum and saw Sue! Plus they now have the worlds largest recorded land animal fossil! Here’s so pics..


    ChinaskicdriveMichelleNoel
  • foehammer88foehammer88
    Gotta get a Iced Ecstatic or Iced Mint Mojito (non alcoholic) coffee from Philz. And a Double Double (animal style) from In-N-Out, and animal style fries.
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