Minnie Wilde
Neighborhood: Mission

3266 21st St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Julie H. writes: I've been hearing about Minnie Wilde for awhile and never managed to make it in since I live on the other side of the bay.  Yesterday I went in with some friends, and immediately found a ton of stuff I was in love with.  I am a very picky shopper…

It's-It Ice Cream

865 Burlway Rd
Burlingame, CA 94010

Ed U. writes: Is "It's-It" the contracted expression for "It is what it is", the most reviled management response in corporate America...or is it a case of negligence wherein two pronouns search with little hope for a common reference point...or maybe it's just…

Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant

1605 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702

Connie P. writes: The staff is very knowledgeable about their wines and can introduce you to some wines that you probably have never heard of.  Wines range from $10 and up.  You will not be able to find many of his wines at the retail level because he does not have a…

Noriega Produce
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

3821 Noriega St
San Francisco, CA 94122

Jennifer s. writes: This is an amazing find for people into organic produce and other delights at a good price. Simple wine selection with lots of good values and interesting finds.Great prices on organic produce and heirloom's. Even Rocky chickens, and meats.…

Diakadi Body
Neighborhood: SOMA

290 Division Street
Suite 200
San Francisco, CA 94103

Kristina R. writes: UPDATE:  9/07  I've lost 7 BMI points and my migraines are few and far between.  Gina is a goddess!

I feel like I may die from pain.  The f#@%ed up Guantanamo Bay exercises I did during my hour in the gym with my fabulous trainer Gina has impaired me…

Renaissance Salon
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2600 Sacramento St
San Francisco, CA 94115

Suzanne B. writes: I have a very co-dependent relationship with my hair.  Sometimes I love it, oftentimes I hate it - but no matter how much it refuses to listen to my needs and makes me look bad in front of company I just can't sever the relationship.  

So after a long…

Filbert Steps
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill, Embarcadero

Filbert St & Sansome St
between Sansome Street & Coit Tower
San Francisco, CA 94111

Teddy B. writes: __
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                            |__    You can walk or run the Filbert Steps
                                 |__                 up…

Oxygen Massage Therapy
Neighborhood: Mission

3389 22nd St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Milo M. writes: Oh god. This is so embarrassing, but while I was getting my massage, I kept having to remind myself that I was not on a date. This is likely because Adam is a fox, I was naked under the sheets, the massage room was probably a bedroom at one time and…

Afterglow
Neighborhood: Lake Merritt, Oakland Chinatown

261 10th St
Ste 202
Oakland, CA 94607

Roxane S. writes: I always give props to places that support their local community and Afterglow earns very, very high marks for that.  Not to mention that the owner has turned a small space into an adorable design studio and store.
She also has such impeccable taste…

Destroy Your Knees

San Francisco, CA 94101

Vikram A. writes: I'm not a fan of non-business reviews, but this would be bookmarkable on Yelp so here we go.

Destroy Your Knees, a.k.a. DYK, is our little hiking group here on Yelp. It's a great way to meet others while out and about in nature. Our hikes ranges…

Ellen Olson Esthetics

580 Grand Ave
Ste 213
Oakland, CA 94611

Sammy S. writes: My good friend Devil G., I mean Rachel G., has this mirror that looks into the depths of your soul and magnifies all the horrible things you ever done in your life.

I took a peek the other day and got a glimpse at how my skin has been reacting to the…

Corrib Moving and Storage
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

1438 36th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94112

megan w. writes: I've moved a lot in my life. Between divorced, nomadic parents and my own young broke instability, I have had a total of 23 addresses in 25 years. So you'd think that moving would diminish in stressfulness as I got proportionally more practiced at…

Gabriel R

San Francisco, CA 94166

tinna h. writes: One hot photographer. He was also the first Yelper to see me with my new braces! [Updated: 10/2/2007]

Update: What? Who voted this FUNNY?! It's NOT. I'm SERIOUS. Please retract your funny vote(S) already!

Another Update: Useful? I'll make this useful.…

Broken Record

1166 Geneva Ave
San Francisco, CA 94112

Ed to the M. writes: Ok, now, THIS, my friends, is a bar.  This ain't a bar for no yuppies.  This isn't a bar for girly girls.  This isn't a bar that pretends it isn't really a bar by calling itself a "lounge".  This. Is. A. Goddamn. Bar.  And I fucking love it.

Why the…

SF SILENT DATE AUCTION for Avon Walk for Breast Cancer

San Francisco Silent Date Auction
for Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
San Francisco, CA 94199

laura b. writes: TRIPLE DATE FROM HELL with me (laura b!), Megan W.
(serenitynow.yelp.com) and Maria D. (whosthatgirl.yelp.com)!

We will do whatever you want to do!  And by whatever you want to do,
we mean whatever we want to do!  The date may include but is not
limited…

Maker Faire

San Mateo Fairgrounds
2495 S Delaware Street
San Mateo, CA 94403

Jen O. writes: the minute i walked into the big make/craft building, my heart exploded into a million tiny handstitched confetti hearts as doves descended from heaven on grosgrain ribbon and i shouted YES! MY CRAFTY BRETHREN!

it was maybe not that dramatic, but…

Issues
Neighborhood: North Oakland

20 Glen Ave
Oakland, CA 94611

Dan V. writes: HEY what's your issue?  Well, ISSUES is a brand new mixed media store located right off Piedmont Ave in Oakland.

It's a cozy, independently (locals!  neighbors even!) owned shop that features a deep catalog of magazines and newspapers from all over…

San Francisco Ghost Hunt
Neighborhood: Japantown, Pacific Heights

1590 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Kristina R. writes: My friends love ghosts.  Isn't it ironic? (Alanis, HOLLA!)

I made it to the Queen Anne and then ran away screaming down the streets of Pacific Heights.  

HELLZ TO THE NO.

Radio Africa & Kitchen
Neighborhood: Mission

Coffee Bar
1890 Bryant Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

Fallopian Swim Team D. writes: A solid 3.5 stars. Not 5, not four, three point five.

A lot of people were talking this place up, so I convinced the female unit to try it out. Yikes! Booked solid through September 13th? Nuh-uh?! We got a table for two with only 2 hours lead time.…

Pet Food Express
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley, Mission

1975 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94103

phil h. writes: As most of you know, I have a dog named Willie.  Willie is white and fluffy but after a morning of running around Fort Funston with other Yelp doggies during the most recent DYB he turned a nice shade of brown. I decided to check out the self service…

Chivalry

CA 94101

Christina W. writes: This account is based on an actual man ...

Don't dub a specific date "chivalry night," pick me up, take me out, open doors, pay for dinner and then RUB IT IN MY FACE about how "chivalrous" you were.  That's not chivalry, that's just shameful.

American Cupcake

San Francisco, CA 94105

Nish N. writes: I just tried my first "American Cupcake" at a SFMoMA CX event last night. Sweet, moist, delicious, just the right amount of frosting on top. With flavors like Bubble Gum, Cotton Candy and Vanilla Vanilla, I'm in sugar heaven.

Right now owner Devin…

All Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting

1250 Pine St
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Lise L. writes: I've been on at least a dozen rafting trips now, ranging from mellow class III through fairly intense class V waters, and the majority have been with AO. The guides are knowledgeable and have the right balance between careful and fun - they are great…

Dharmaspace Pilates Center
Neighborhood: SOMA

28 Second St
#200
San Francisco, CA 94105

Scott H. writes: Peter Lakis...a man...a myth...an 'engager of cores'.  This guy is amazing; I started taking this class with the intention of checking out this whole 'Pilate' thing.  Is it for real?  A fad?  A cult?  Well, all of my answers flowed to me as…

Non-Stop Bhangra

San Francisco, CA 94117

Mary R. writes: I had an amazing time.  I don't think I've ever stayed at the Rickshaw for so long before.  The music rocks and absolutely everyone dances!  The whole place is bangin'.  

Sometimes there are some Indian bros in here that are ridiculously drunk and…

Mascara Vintage
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1747 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109

Fallopian Swim Team D. writes: My lady dresses better than yours!
Why?
Because she shops at Mascara Vintage!

I have more cash in my wallet than you!
Why?
BECAUSE SHE SHOPS AT MASCARA VINTAGE!

Tip: Its no secret. Check it out for yourself ;)

Robert J Epstein, MD
Neighborhood: Union Square

490 Post Street
Suite 1152
San Francisco, CA 94102

Kate B. writes: At 23, I've already visited over 5 different gynecologists-- all women.  I had dealt with stiff-fingered assaults on my ovaries and prying questions about my sexual partners.  I had also met gentle, friendly doctors who were patient when I had my…

Lupicia Fresh Tea
Neighborhood: Union Square, SOMA

845 Market St
Inside Westfield Center
San Francisco, CA 94103

Kristina R. writes: Wonderful selection of teas, although it puts a crimp in my pocketbook to purchase anything here.  I love the green teas especially, and they often have small sales, so even the lightest of pockets can afford them.  

However, they do not sell…

Nail Today
Neighborhood: Grand Lake, Lower Hills

3794 Grand Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

Tsada K. writes: To be a licensed hairdresser in the state of California, a person must complete a total of 1600 hours of cosmetology school, about 400 hours of which are training in the manicuring and pedicuring arts.

Let me just say, as a licensed cosmetologist who…

Magic Mic Karaoke

San Francisco, CA 94101

JT F. writes: What do you want from me?  I'm only a man!  Yes, robust and chiseled but still only a man!  Stop looking at me...I don't even want you here!  Put that book away!

You can stare at me all day... but I ain't pluggin you in.  

Huh? Yes of course I know how…

Yelp At Bubble Lounge
Neighborhood: Financial District

714 Montgomery St
San Francisco, CA 94111

andy r. writes: Aren't all Yelp parties 4-5 stars? It's like packing your lunch - you bring a good sandwich, you get a good lunch. You bring a good crowd, you get a good party. Add a great, flexible space, drinkies, and terrific bar service and it gets even better.…

Pacific Vision Institute
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

1 Daniel Burnham Ct
San Francisco, CA 94109

Stephanie I. writes: I researched doctors and Lasik procedures for a long time before I opted for surgery. I narrowed it down to Dr. Ella Faktorovich at Pacific Vision Institute and Dr. Daniel Goodman (he has his own office) as they seem to be reknown as the best in San…

Coffee

San Francisco, CA 94101

Kristina R. writes: I F%#$ING LOVE F%#ING COFFEE!!

IT REALLY RELAXES ME!!

IT GIVES ME THE MAGICAL POWER TO SPEAK TO ANIMALS AND FLUFF AURAS!!

I'VE CUT IT DOWN TO 8 CUPS A DAY!!

DECAF BLOWS!!

GRANDE, GRANDE, GRANDE!!

WOOT WOOT!!  GO COF-FEE!!  GO COF-FEE!!

WHY…

Artist & Craftsman Supply
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

2573 Shattuck Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704

kimberly v. writes: In my heart of hearts, I am a great artist.  Never mind the fact that I can't draw anything so that it looks like what it is; neither could Frank Stella.  But art supply stores are nearly fetishistic for me - maybe what guys feel when they go to…

Kaady Car Wash

400 San Pablo Ave
Albany, CA 94706

kevo m. writes: Annie Wilkes: YOU! YOU DIRTY BIRD, HOW COULD YOU!
Paul Sheldon: What?
Annie Wilkes: She can't be dead, MISERY CHASTAIN CANNOT BE DEAD!
Paul Sheldon: Annie, sometimes during childbirth, women don't survive. But Miseries SPIRIT is still alive, we…

Yoda Fountain at Lucasfilms HQ

The Presidio
San Francisco, CA 94129

Ed U. writes: It was a cold, windswept day as I approached the fountain...

ME: Are you the great and wise Yoda?

YODA: My name that is...wear it out don't.

ME: You're smaller than I thought.

YODA: Size matters not. Look at me. Judge me by my size, do you? Hmm? Hmm. And…

The Cheese School of San Francisco
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

2155 Powell St
2nd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94133

Amy C. writes: All you J.D., M.D. and M.B.A.s step aside.  It's all about the M.C.

MASTER of CHEESE.  

(Seriously, I should've gone to The Cheese School and skipped the grad school thing.  More fun, less debt, and cooler business cards!)

To wit:

Applying to Grad…