Bronstein Music

363 Grand Ave
South San Francisco, CA 94080

Nancy C. writes: Bronstein music rocks!

I was in my school band. (pauses so you can stop laughing)  OK you done?  Moving on. Like I said I was in my school band (damn it stop laughing)  and this is where my parents bought my clarinet.  I loved that thing and…

Uptown Night Club
Neighborhood: Uptown

1928 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94612

Connie C. writes: It was on a Saturday that sexy girls were sitting at the sexy bar sipping on sexy drinks.

My drink of choice?
Raspberry Lemon Drop.

Uptown makes them exactly the way I like them. With Chambord down the center of the drink, creating a sexy red layer at…

KNBR 680/1050
Neighborhood: SOMA

55 Hawthorne Street
Suite 1100
San Francisco, CA 94105

Rebecca B. writes: I love sports and KNBR is an excellent sportstalk station.  When I was a kid I used to listen to Pete Franklin, the King of KNBR.  He was the best.  What I love about KNBR680 is that they produce their own shows (except late night and weekends when…

Shin Toe Bul Yi
Neighborhood: Parkside

2001 Taraval Street
San Francisco, CA 94116

Steph P. writes: Okie dokie, so Shin Toe Bul Yi is one of those places that I visited some time ago and was planning on visiting at least once again before writing a review. Looks like my nerdiness and dedication to reliability and validity of findings will have to…

De Young Museum

Golden Gate Park
50 Tea Garden Dr
San Francisco, CA 94118

NISHisHOT g. writes: So I went here on a first date recently.  It was extraordinary.  Yes, the de Young Museum is amazing.  The structure.  The space.  The details.  The art.

But god damn.  It's like a virtual quiz show for your first date.  It's perfection.

Is he a pick…

Williams-Sonoma
Neighborhood: Financial District

2 Embarcadero Center
San Francisco, CA 94111

Gil S. writes: It's like the flagship Williams Sonoma with everything missing but napkin holders and cocktail glasses only Martha Stewart could love.  Good looking but clueless bimbos with no education in the merchandise prowl the floor.  Thanks to their evening…

Nob Hill Hotel
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

835 Hyde Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Ryan V. writes: Don't ask me why I was here when I already live in SF..

It was satisfactory, decor is a little over the top for me. It was quite the experience. The hotel! We're talking about the hotel here!

The neighborhood can be slightly shady at night, but at…

Kinder's Custom Meats

2227 Morello Ave
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Shannon M. writes: A-MAZ-ING

Seriously.  SERIOUSLY!  I'm, like, not even kidding.

Ok, enough valley girl.

But really, I totally forgot about Kinder's.  I haven't lived in the East Bay in 3 years, so these things sometimes escape me.

I remember summer days at the climbing…

Art Fibers Gallery
Neighborhood: Financial District

124 Sutter St
Ste 2
San Francisco, CA 94104

Kristina R. writes: Some of the most unusual and creative hand-dyed yarns I've ever seen are hiding out here at the Art Fibers Gallery in downtown Union Square.  I never would have known about it, had it not been for good fortune and the always helpful word-of-mouth.  …

Isa's Salon & Day Spa
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

1401 Castro St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Tiffany Y. writes: I've been getting my hair done at isas for a couple years now and have never been dissappointed!

Joel cuts my hair regularly because he knows how to make my hair look awesome and bouncy.

Ive also had my hair highlighted by both Lori and Cathy....both…

University Art
Neighborhood: SOMA

128 Spear St
San Francisco, CA 94105

Sooj O. writes: I've often felt that the act of writing on the internet and a journal is a vastly different act.  But I couldn't pinpoint that difference until this evening while staring at the blank space of my journal: the page is quiet whereas the internet is…

Shaw's San Francisco
Neighborhood: West Portal

122 W Portal Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94127

Lola L. writes: I remember after school i'd go here and indulge my sweet tooth, i know that sugar is bad for me but I cant help it! This is one few places I know in SF that has a jelly belly dispenser with all the flavors! Every other week I grab a bag and fill 'er…

Bang San Thai Cuisine
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

505 Jones St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Ed to the M. writes: Reservations at Bourbon and Branch:  7:30

Time:  7:24 p.m.

I sit at the counter.  I order.  Thai Chicken Soup with Flat Rice Noodles.

Food prepared:  7:27
Food consumed:  7:29  (I'm a human vacuum)

7:31 - seated at Bourbon and Branch.

Not at all…

Yo Yo's
Neighborhood: Financial District

318 Pacific Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94111

Matthew R. writes: First of all, Yelp, what the hell is wrong with you?! Are you trying to kill me?!  This is the second time in 18 hours that you have put me in a food coma.  I think I barely made it back to my office.  I could feel the food coma setting in as I made…

Eastwind Books of Berkeley
Neighborhood: Downtown Berkeley

2066 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704

Rinky A. writes: I'm glad I just saw Solomon's review of Eastwind ......

how could I have have forgotten to write a review?  

It's small but has a wonderful selection of books for and about Asians and Asian-Americans.  Wonderful language learning materials, great…

Sister's Bingo
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

The Green Room
401 Van Ness Ave, 2nd Fl
San Francisco, CA 94102

Sharon M. writes: anyplace that gives out anal beads as door prizes is aok by me!  as my pall nikki says in her review - gay bingo makes us lucky!  and it's back it's back it's back!  and in a bigger space, apparently.

don't tell anyone i have a crush on one of the…

Han Yang Korean Bar-B-Q Restaurant

22365 Mission Blvd
Hayward, CA 94541

luis .. writes: I used to have dinner here every Friday right after work with my friend, his lady friend, and her mom.  Shows you how exciting my Friday's were, huh?

Anyway, the food here was great.  The lady friend and mom were Korean so they always did the ordering…

Ruth's Chris Steak House

1553 Olympic Blvd
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Lukey B. writes: ***600th Review***
***ROTD 03/21/08***

I was told by Steven G to clear the decks. He said not to make any plans for the day that we were going to relax. And that I was to get all dolled up, because we were going to a nice dinner. I thought, OMG what's…

Bai Som Thai Kitchen
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

2121 Clement Street
San Francisco, CA 94121

Starla D. writes: I love the hot and sour chicken soup here.
The first few spoonfuls hurt my throat and I go into crazy fits of coughing and my eyes water and snot runs out of my nose.
But then after that I'm okay.  It's cleansing, and healing.  
I think this chicken…

Eon Coffee

24970 Hesperian Boulevard
Hayward, CA 94545

Linda M. writes: Unfortunately, I didn't try the coffee this time, but I will next time.  I am anti-Starbucks, not for any reason other than I drink regular coffee and find theirs to be bitter.

I came here with my daughter for lunch after our field trip.  We sat…

Nob Hill Nails
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1044 Hyde St
San Francisco, CA 94109

michelle i. writes: this is it-- after trying every salon in town i finally found my regular pedi place. love them!

i had a wedding to go to this weekend and badly needed a pedi. i slept in late saturday and was running behind so i headed out into the rain to find a…

The French Hotel
Neighborhood: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

1538 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94709

Tim C. writes: It's called the French Hotel because it was once a french laundry...bought and developed back in the late 70's...it's sort of a destination for out of towners since it's directly across the street from Chez P...HOWEVER, the main draw is Angel…

Love Painting

415-566-6099
San Francisco, CA 94127

anita c. writes: I am a fussy b*tch when it comes to work on my home (read my Joys of Home Ownership list to see just how picky) and Love Painting exceeds my expectations every time.

Original review 11/29/05:
Sean Love and his crew are excellent. They painted my living…

Therapy

264 Lorton Avenue
Burlingame, CA 94010

Ali W. writes: See Manager Le' for her knowledgeable help, her qualified info and Therapy history insight.  Best place for fun, adult toys -- NO!  not those slutty kind you buy with your love interest, but those funny, hipster ones you give as birthday gifts, Dad's…

Fatted Calf Charcuterie
Neighborhood: Embarcadero

1 Ferry Building
San Francisco, CA 94111

Fallopian Swim Team D. writes: High quality, hormone free, hand crafted charcuterie. Absolutely delicious! Do not try to compare to similar items at Whole Foods. There is no comparison. This is the real deal. Complemented by the Cowgirl Creamery http://www.yelp.com/bi... .

Tip:…

jacquelinetalbot
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

451 Hayes St
between Octavia & Gough
San Francisco, CA 94102

Jenna H. writes: I admit, I've been in this store twice and I've yet to buy anything. This is completely a reflection of the sadness in my wallet, NOT a reflection on the store or merchandise. It's great fun to window shop here.

Mostly I wanted to share the clever…

Cirque du Soleil - Corteo

Grand Chapiteau
SBC Park
San Francisco, CA 94107

Samira S. writes: Phenomenal show! I've been to many CduS's and they're always top. I'd have to say O is still the best, but Corteo has a very fun playful element to the show. Corteo means procession and it's about the procession of a clown's life and death. Some of…

Ron Pernell Studio
Neighborhood: SOMA

424 Jessie St
5th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103

donna v. writes: Enrique rocks!!! My friend always has fab hair so I asked her where she goes and she referred me to Enrique (thank god!). This is the best cut that I've had in a long time... I've been searching for a hairstylist in SF for the last few years as my…

Seafood Center
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

831 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94118

euge l. writes: as i was getting up this morning, i got this weird wankering for a clambake. yeah that sounds good. its a nice day, at night, in the backyard, a small little clambake sounds like a plan.

seafood center is my goto place for quick fast cheap good…

Cafe La Onda
Neighborhood: Mission

3159 16th Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

Leme L. writes: This might be the holy grail of coffee shops, and I don't throw that word around lightly.  Most coffee shops of my acquaintance are missing a crucial element or two, even if they pull off the other necessary elements.  The biggest gap in most coffee…

Glow Skin & Body

160 South Boulevard
San Mateo, CA 94402

Setareh N. writes: This place hands down is the best place ever! In the past I have had just as many strange and uncomfortable experience getting a Brazilian as you all have had I'm sure.......but at GLOW they know what they are doing, they care, they are all fabulous!…

Wave Organ
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

1 Yacht Rd
Marind Blvd, End of the jetty
San Francisco, CA 94123

Josua P. writes: The Wave Organ sounds more grandiose than it is in reality. If you think there are going to be massive waves crashing all around you producing symphonic organ music well, then sure, you're going to be a little disappointed. However, if you're looking…

Hummingbird Cafe
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

1814 Euclid Ave
Berkeley, CA 94709

Christopher S. writes: What the hell am I doing up on Yelp on a Friday night?

Why aren't I at a DYL?  Oh, right...the liver...

Wow, people are on Yelp writing reviews...at this hour!  Oh...well, this IS a review site, not a "put your liver through more abuse that eagle did…

Photographers Supply
Neighborhood: SOMA

436 Bryant Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Jennifer s. writes: This has always been my favorite place to pick up supplies. They always have the film I use in stock. They sometimes have some film closeouts. The prices are terrific and the staff is very helpful.
Best place to pick up matt board too. Also, I enjoy…

www.imdb.com

San Francisco, CA 94117

Gourmet G. writes: One of the most comprehensive film sites on the net. If you're looking for info about a movie - be it mainstream, independent, foreign, or made-for-television, popular or obscure - chances are you'll find it here. It's also an excellent source for…

Bay Area Organic Express-CLOSED
Neighborhood: SOMA

P.O. Box 460411
San Francisco, CA 94146

Rosie W. writes: UPDATE 5/8/08

The BOX is not closed!!  It was just acquired by Spud.  So far, there has been no noticeable difference in my service, except that there is a greater variety of sundries and dairy available.  

spud.com.

Do it.

_________________________…

Bravo

San Francisco, CA 94117

msbeesknees x. writes: So the other day I was on BRAVO's Inside the Actor's Studio and in case you missed it, I've reposted the "Bernard Pivot Questionnaire" portion of the interview that always occurs at the end of each show for you all here:

James Lipton: What is your…

United Artists Metro Theater
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2055 Union St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Kristina R. writes: Ever know some loser who never had anyone who wanted to go see the dumb, mainstream, kissy-kissy movies with so she would end up being a loner and going by herself?   That'd be me.  The one with the big, round head.  

I love going to the movies.  I…

Phil's Electric Vacuum Center
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2701 Lombard St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Cornelius S. writes: Does your vacuum cleaner suck? Mine didn't, so I took it to Phil's and now it sucks like a horny crack ho.

[According to Polk's 1953 San Francisco Directory, Mrs. Mary Lowell's Handicraft was located here.]