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1. Gracias Madre
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 683-1346
I cannot shut up about this place. Butternut squash quesadillas with pumpkin seed mole, papas with queso, toasted coconut ice cream...and it's all vegan?! I could easily swear off animal products if I could live at Gracias Madre.
GM is perfection in…More »
2. Café Gratitude - CLOSED
Like going to lunch at your best friend's house. Your uber-relaxed vegan friend, of course. Cafe G is not just about the food, it's about the good vibe, the feeling at you are genuinely welcomed, and best of all...that you are not judged as evil for…More »
3. East & West Gourmet Afghan Food
I am eating Bolani as I type this...which is not unusual, as I've been eating Bolani every day since I first tasted it at the Walnut Creek farmers market. It's true what they say "it will change your life". Or at least, turn you into an addict.
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4. East West Cafe
There are 2 types of people in the world (ok, in Sonoma County)...
those who LOVE East West Cafe, and those who think it's just okay.
I'm in the latter party. Yes, it has a great location right across from Howarth Park, with lots of outdoor seating,…More »
5. Aqus Cafe
I've been here twice for lunch and I'm hooked on the chill vibe, fresh healthy food, and outdoor seating. It's technically "downtown" but away from the heart of town...making it a nice little getaway from the "bustle" of big city Petaluma...ha!
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6. seed - CLOSED
First off, I'm not a vegetarian, let alone a VEGAN. But, I am pretty obsessed with healthy food and let's face it, raw vegan cuisine is as healthy as it gets. I didn't know quite what to expect from Seed, but we found that the food was extremely…More »
7. Le Pain Quotidien
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 393-6800
Categories:
Bakeries,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Santa Monica
I'm not very generous with 5 stars, but this place really did it for me. The menu is super healthy (in fact, the calories are listed for each dish, which can either inspire or depress you...I thought it was odd for a French place to be calorie…More »
8. Metropolitan Market
Whole Foods without the lunch-rush crowd! I got hooked on Metro Market during my first business trip to Seattle (it's a few blocks from the Hampton Inn)...the salad bar at this location is divine! Not only do they have all the fresh raw veggies, but…More »
9. Whole Foods Market
This is the new wave of whole foods stores, also known as "Whole Foods on steroids". Gorgeous, spacious, well-stocked, and plenty of parking. Unlike the older stores that weren't built to accommodate the health food revolution, Coddingtown Whole…More »
10. Yogurt Farms
This place is dangerous. I used to live within eye-shot and I always found myself wandering over there after dinner with a couple bucks in hand. They have really unusual flavors, including a fabulous Tart (original) and Mango-Green Tea, plus they…More »
11. Coco Swirl
How can they not have 5 stars? Coco Swirl is like crack cocaine....it's hopelessly addicting! But less expensive and kind of good for you.
20 different flavors each day, and a serve-yourself set up makes this Fro-Yo heaven. If you're a fan of the…More »
12. Renaissance ClubSport
I have no idea what it's like to stay here as a hotel guest...it's weird to even think of the Club as a hotel, because in my mind it is simply the greatest gym ever!
I don't think I'd live in Walnut Creek if it weren't for the Club (and my darling…More »
13. hauteyoga Queen Anne
My first HOT yoga class! I've been doing regular Vinyasa yoga for a year and wanted to step it up. What better place than the cold, rainy Seattle?
The Hot Hatha was exactly what I imagined -- challenging, purifying, invigorating and WET!!! Our…More »
14. Yoga Pearl
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 525-9642
Categories:
Acupuncture,
Yoga,
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Neighbourhood: Pearl District
I travel to Portland on business a few times a year, and am always excited to practice at Yoga Pearl when I'm in town. The classes are kick-ass workouts, and the teachers all have a unique style. I've taken from Shaney and Tiffany and they were both…More »
15. Sundance Natural Foods
A seriously legit health food store, complete with hippie cashiers, a tofu-dominated salad bar, and a dozen types of kombucha. I was so thrilled to find Sundance during my trip to Eugene. I wouldn't compare it to Whole Foods because it's tiny and…More »
16. Lavender Hill Spa
Ahhh, this made for a perfect little couples one-day getaway. First of all, the drive up Hwy 29 is dreamy, meandering through vineyards and quaint (yet chic!) wine country towns. I grew up here and it still gets me.
Lavender Hill is VERY unassuming…More »
17. Ventana Inn & Spa
It is difficult to leave the Ventana with a trace of negativity. The entire property makes you glow, from the inside out. The vibe is peaceful, slow-paced, quietly luxurious and just what you would expect from such a hyped up spot.
We stayed for 2…More »
18. Walnut Creek Farmers Market
Many a lazy Sunday have started with a stroll through the colorful stalls at this downtown marché. This is the place to meet your neighbors, hear some live banjo, and load up on local produce. Bring cash!
While it's not a huge stretch of vendors…More »
19. Tender Greens
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 937-5100
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Soup,
Sandwiches
The first and only Nor-Cal Tender Greens location in...Walnut Creek! Boy, do I feel special.
These salads are no joke, and certainly not just for veg-heads. After staring giddily at the giant menu of quasi-healthy combos, I settled on the Seared Ahi…More »
20. The Plant Cafe Organic
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 984-1973
Categories:
Juice Bars & Smoothies,
Breakfast & Brunch,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Embarcadero
I love eating plants! Which is why The Plant and their famous all-plant burger is a total revelation. It's hardly a burger, more like a sandwich, but either way, the "meat" is made of lentils, beets, mushrooms, cashews, and bulgar, all mashed up into…More »
21. YogaWorks
Let's see...how can I refrain from using un-Zen-like expletives to describe how mind-blowingly incredible this studio is?
"Om"-M-G!!!
I went for the one-week free trial and could have never prepared myself for how impressive the whole facility is.…More »
22. Chez Panisse Restaurant
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 548-5525
Categories:
American (New),
French
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
Yes, everything you've heard is true.
I won't go into detail about all the special moments of my prix fixe birthday dinner at Chez Panisse, but I will say it's one of the most memorable meals I've ever had. It's not just about the meticulously…More »
23. Gather
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 809-0400
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
I had stared longingly into the windows of Gather for years, and just finally had my chance to sit amongst the cool kids eating vegetables on wooden boards. Swoon.
Apparently, you need reservations for 8pm on a Wednesday night because the place was…More »
24. Tilden Regional Park
Solo female hiker survives 6 mile hike, sans mountain lion attack, poison oak, or dehydration! She can't wait to do it again...and again...
During my short-term Berkeley residence, I was determined to fall in love with Tilden Park, since every bona…More »
25. Oliver's Market
If Olivers and Whole Food's went head-to-head in a salad bar showdown, Oli would reign victorious with nary a scratch from the competition. Believe that.
Being a native Sonoma County girl, I've always been a fan of Olivers for it's affordable gourmet…More »
26. Corepower Yoga
After two months of sweating my face off at Corepower, I can officially give 'em the 5-star stamp. There's very little to complain about here, with (fairly) easy parking, a packed schedule of classes, legit instructors that understand you're here to…More »
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10/28/2011
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27. One Medical Group
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 291-0480
Categories:
Family Practice,
Naturopathic/Holistic,
Internal Medicine
Neighbourhood: Financial District
What a brilliant concept! Affordable, friendly, humane and dare I say...inspiring health care. I walked out of here with a spring in my step, I was so utterly thrilled with the whole experience.
My coworker had told me about One Medical Group's system…More »
28. Embrace Health
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 440-4494
Categories:
Chiropractors,
Massage,
Pilates
Neighbourhood: Marina/Cow Hollow
I can't think of a better gift to give, get, or wish for than a massage with Anthony. I purchased a crazy-good Yelp Deal for a one-hour massage and never would have thought this coupon scenario would lead me to the best massage I've yet to receive in…More »
29. Dillon Beach
The drive out to Dillon Beach is half the experience, with it's verdant hills speckled with happy cows and fluffy sheep, old farmhouses, and quick peeks at the Pacific Ocean as you wind your way closer to the beach. It's truly stunning. I grew up in…More »
30. Trader Joe's
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 923-9428
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhoods: Rockridge, North Oakland
After surviving the trauma of looking (in vain) for a parking spot in their insanely tiny lot, while grumbling profanities at my fellow spot-hunters, and ultimately parking 3 blocks away - which seems the inevitable option here - I was delighted to…More »
31. Oaktown Spice Shop
Hell yeah! I never thought I could get as excited about spices as I get about, say, happy hour or an Anthropologie sale or a litter of corgis, but Oaktown Spice Shop is positively inspiring. The vintage market feel, the shelves lined with colorful…More »
32. The Citrus Club
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 387-6366
Category:
Asian Fusion
Neighbourhood: Haight-Ashbury
Some nights you don't want to be fancy. You don't want to wait in line with all the pretty, gaunt, un-showered SF folk. You don't want to see another menu of small plates, or 'family style' grub, or molecular works of edible art. You just want a big…More »
33. Whole Foods
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 649-1333
Categories:
Grocery,
Health Markets,
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: South Berkeley
I've finally decided what I want to do with my life! I would like to eat pound cake, in a professional capacity. I'm sure there's a job title for that. I'm ordering business cards right after this review.
Thank you Whole Foods for bringing me to this…More »
34. Saturn Cafe
I get grumpy when I don't eat enough vegetables. It's a good problem to have. So obviously I loved Saturn - it's a place where a virtuous veggie-craving can be easily appeased, at practically any time of day or night, including those desperate…More »
35. Souley Vegan
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 922-1615
As I was stuffing my beer-bloated face with oddly flavored mac & cheez, tofu smothered in BBQ sauce, and sweet gritty cornbread in an attempt to return my stomach to it's normal unintoxicated stated, I had to wonder... is everyone who eats at Souley…More »
36. Encuentro Café & Wine Bar
I second everything Joanna M said, which makes: two proverbial skirts blown up, two skeptical hearts all aflutter, two hours of audible OMGs and one grand scheme to make a habit of Encuentro. True story.
It's daunting to try and find the words to…More »
37. House Kombucha
Not only am I hopelessly hooked on slightly fizzy, floral, and fruity fermented tea, but I also have a weakness for cute packaging. House Kombucha gets me on both. My detoxing days would be an epic fail without them.
I got to sample their delightful…More »
38. Samovar Tea Lounge
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 227-9400
Categories:
Tea Rooms,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: SOMA
Lunch at Samovar always feels like a special occasion. Sitting on the patio, full sun, smoked tea, mezze platter, cheerful service. These luxurious lunch outings don't come along very often, as Samovar's prices cater to the lavish, with the cheapest…More »
39. The Grove Cafe Yerba Buena
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 957-0558
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: SOMA
I had a little moment with the Grove today, where I coo'd an inward "aaaaawwwww you're so cute", admiring the Hobbit-like ambiance: wood picnic tables, hidden nooks and the separate coffee bar (with an actual bar you can sit at), gigantic salad bowls…More »
40. L'amyx Tea Bar
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 594-8322
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Piedmont Ave, North Oakland
I cannot believe this place is open until 11pm on weekdays! I may be posting up on Piedmont more often now.
I'm one of those annoying cafe loiterers that buys one drink and stays for 3 hours, and L'mynx is a spot that welcomes such lingering,…More »
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Yelping SinceDecember 2008
Things I Lovemetaphors, pembroke welsh corgis, the snooze button, playing dress-up, Argentinian snorkel instructors, burnt popcorn, sale racks, urban hikes, free money.
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My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I'm trying to sweat out all the toxins I've been yelping about...
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI'm mostly useful, sort of cool, and sometimes funny.
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My Last Meal On Earthreal champagne, exotic shrooms, and Nana's raspberry trifle
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I hate scavenger hunts. And showering.
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