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If you had 24 hours [or maybe just a little more] in a city, how would you explore? Or on the other side, how would you show someone around? I mentioned the other day that my friend, Jordan, was visiting over the weekend for work. We had Friday evening as well as all day Saturday to take him out and show him the city. He’d never been to San Francisco before so Nathan and I had our work cut out for us! No problem though; we let our taste buds lead the way.
[Friday Night]
First stop was for beer at Thirsty Bear. Nathan and I had been before but it had also been a few years since. Let’s just say next time, we’ll pass.
We more than made up for that with our Moscow Mule pitcher from B Restaurant. Jordan said it might have been the best cocktail he’s ever had!
After some strong drinks, Fresh Roll was the perfect dinner. It’s like a Chipotle-style Vietnamese restaurant and it was delish!
[Saturday]
We started our day at 10 a.m. for a dim sum brunch at Yank Sing in the Financial District.
Steamed Pork Buns
Seafood Basil Siu Mai.. my fave!
Shanghai Pork Dumplings
Shanghai Pork Dumpling
Taro Cake
From there, we stopped at Tout Sweet in Union Square. That was one of Jordan’s only requests, and it just so happens the owner and winner of Top Chef Just Desserts was doing a demo and book signing that day! We made a second stop back there in the afternoon to say hi 😉
Raspberry Peanut Butter Macaron
Jordan & Yigit
They’re famous for their macarons and having been disappointed when we bought the real deal in Paris on our honeymoon, Nathan and I had our doubts. These macarons, however, were fabulous! I may have to get more if we go back again.
After sweets, we trekked over to the Mission for a beer..
.. a few relaxing minutes at Dolores Park..
.. and our final stop in the Mission, El Farolito for some amazing Mexican!
The biggest plate of al pastor and beans I’ve ever seen! And demolished 😉
We waddled out of there and hopped onto a train and then a bus and into the Fisherman’s Wharf area all to see the beautiful bridge.
We finished our night in North Beach with a proscuitto and parmesan pizza from our favorite place, Il Casaro.
Best Italian-style pizza since Italy!
It was a long, fun, and very filling day and I’m glad we were able to show Jordan so many areas of the city and our favorite spots to eat in such a short period of time. So…… who’s visiting next?! 😉
Food for Thought
What are your favorite restaurants to take visitors?
Barr & Table 