188 montague Note: Unless otherwise stated, all restaurants accept credit cards and serve vegetarian meals Around

Note: Unless otherwise stated, all restaurants accept credit cards and serve vegetarian meals Around Town Central Neighborhoods 105 Places to Eat Above Absinthe !Perry s A San Francisco institution, noted for its burgers and other all-American faves, including meatloaf, prime rib, and fried chicken. d 1944 Union St Map F2 (415) 922-9022 Dis. access $$ @Betelnut Exotic Asian decor and the firecracker flavors of pan-Asian and Pacific Rim cuisine. This place has been a hit from day one. d 2030 Union St Map L5 (415) 929-8855 Dis. access $$$$ Yoshida-Ya One of the old-standby Japanese choices. Although the sushi is remarkable, it s the yakitori (barbecue) that gives the place its ongoing reputation. d 2909 Webster St Map E2 (415) 346- 3431 Dis. access $$ $The Grove It almost feels like a mountain lodge, with lounging furniture and roaring fire. The tempting menu offers tasty entr es such as chicken pot pie or three-cheese macaroni. d 2016 Fillmore St Map E3 (415) 474-1419 Dis. access $$ %Miyako The Japantown Mall is designed to resemble a typical Japanese village. This restaurant offers all Japanese delights, including udon (noodles in broth). d Japantown, 1707 Buchanan Mall Map F3 (415) 567-6552 $$ ^Absinthe Like being air-lifted to a Paris bistro. Specials such as confit of Muscovy duck leg with prunes, Landais potatoes, and arugula. d 398 Hayes St Map F4 (415) 551- 1590 Closed Mon Dis. access $$$ &Fritz Belgian frites and cr pes and a patio where Europhiles can smoke. d 579 Hayes St Map F4 (415) 864-7654 Dis. access 188 montague $ *Powell s Place Great soul food. The signature Bar-B-Q ribs are heavenly. d 1521 Eddy St Map F4 (415) 409- 1388 $ (Bia s Restaurant and Winebar The top choice 188 montague for Mediterranean cuisine. d 1640 Haight 188 montague St Map E4 (415) 861-8868 Dis. access $$ )People s Caf For a cappuccino and a snack any time of day or night, this is a great hangout. 188 montague d 1419 Haight St 4 (415) 553-8842 Dis. access $ 106 Southern Neighborhoods Left Castro District bar Right View from Twin Peaks Around Town Southern Neighborhoods THE SOUTHERN PART OF THE CITY comprises 188 montague some of the liveliest, most authentic parts of town the clubs of SoMa, the gay world of the Castro, and the Latino Mission District. There are also some up-and-coming neighborhoods such as Bernal Heights 188 montague and Glen Park, as the more central areas have priced creative types out toward the southern borders. Laid-back Noe Valley was the first such choice for high-rent refugees, but it, too, has gone gentrified and pushed people farther south. Noe Valley 188 montague church Around Town Southern Neighborhoods g 7107 !San Francisco Museum of Modern Art San Francisco s home for its Statue of St Joseph, Mission DoloresAround Town Southern Neighborhoodsg 7107 !San Francisco Museum of Modern Art San Francisco s home for its Statue of St Joseph, Mission Dolores extensive modern art collection 188 montague is as impressive outside as it is adaptable and awe-inspiring inside. Don t miss the top floors, 188 montague featuring the latest digital installations, if you want to know what the cutting edge art world is honing itself on these days

139 Haight Street 51 Haight Street Fair 75 Half Moon Bay 77 Hall, William Hammond 21 Hallidie, Andrew 11 Hallowe en 75 Hamilton, Floyd 17 Hammett, Dashiell 52 Harbin Hot Springs 35 The Harcourt 149 Haring, Keith 25 Harry Denton s Starlight

Marble bathrooms, some with Jacuzzis, and the fluffiest bathrobes are just some of the comforts at this daringly designed modern hotel. The atrium lobby towers 17 stories high, with a glass elevator. Free use of towncars 188 montague is a special plus. d 500 Post St Map P3 (415) 771-8600

$ Oceanfront Parks Lincoln Park, Land s End, and Sutro Heights Park are large green areas that overlook and hug the coast all along this northwestern corner of the peninsula. Stupendous Lincoln Park is the work of the indefatigable John McClaren (see p21), and features coastal trails affording some of the best views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Land s End is a surprisingly rugged and wild stretch along the coastal cliffs that features a stony, picturesque cove, stretches of broad sand, and truly spectacular hiking. Gardens, 188 montague statuary, and walls of the old Sutro estate still decorate Sutro Heights Park, dominating the entire coastal scene from its dramatic vantage point. d Map A3