Top restaurants to try:
- EPIC Steak – An amazing steakhouse with a deep wine list and panoramic views of the bay! This is somewhere to go for a nice, higher end dinner.
- Cliff House – Pop in here for a casual fun afternoon in the Bistro or an elegant evening out in the Sutro’s. The two-story windows offer beautiful panoramic views of the bay! Amazing food and a charming atmosphere.
- Pier Market at Pier 39 is a great seafood, casual dining option to grab lunch. Everyone raves over their New England Clam Chowder!
- Chart House – Another restaurant with great panoramic views of the bay located at Pier 39! Primarily seafood but they do have a couple of pasta and steak options.
- Boudin Bakery Cafe – A very casual quick bite to eat but this is a staple in California and I loved it! Definitely worth trying if you’ve never been. They are famous for their Sourdough bread. I always get their Turkey Avocado sandwich and the broccoli cheddar soup in a bread bowl!
- You have to try this tiny, hole-in-the-wall place in Chinatown called House of Xian Dumpling. They have the absolute BEST chicken fried rice I have ever had in my life! We were recommended by locals to try this and you know they give the best suggestions.
Things to do:
- Take the Hornblower Brunch or Dinner Cruise across the bay! It is a beautiful way to see the city skyline.
- Do an audio tour of Alcatraz Island.
- Walk/drive across the Golden Gate Bridge and check out the cutest little town, Sausalito!
- Stop by the Original Ghirardelli Chocolate Shop! You can take a tour to learn about the chocolate making process and try samples then sit outside to enjoy some ice cream, all of which are so delicious!
- Drive down Lombard Street
- Stop by the iconic Painted Ladies
- Ride a cable car!
- Say hello to the sea lions at Fisherman’s Wharf!
- Spend a day at the Ferry Building! It’s like a farmers market with all sorts of shops and snacks.
- If you go to the top of Macy’s in Union Square, there is a Cheesecake Factory you can pop in and grab dessert. Ask to sit outside and enjoy the amazing views!
Cheers!
M+M
