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1. King of Clubs
I had a really fun, random time here last week, when a friend and I went on Julz last night doing karaoke. Apparently, she's pulling together something at the former Savoy. I didn't catch the new name, but that's for another review when I visit that…More »
2. Bagdad Cafe - CLOSED
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 621-4434
Categories:
Diners,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Castro
Although no longer 24/7 but only 24hrs on select days (mostly surrounding the weekends), Bagdad continues to be a favorite of mine among friends as well. Last time I made my way here I ordered a custom three egg omelet with avocado, mushroom, and…More »
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2/10/2007
wonderful to have this 24-hour establishment in our beloved Castro. Cool atmosphere, good… Read more »
3. Martuni's
Really a cute place that made me wonder if I was in a time warp. Came here for a brief time for the DYGay event (http://www.yelp.com/ev...) last night, although my friend and I were so happy to just get a drink, we didn't look for the little area off…More »
4. The Back Lot
Coming to The Back Lot during Stampede was quite the experience, and not for the truly faint of heart. My friend ordered a Heineken, but of course I had to order a greyhound, prompting a response as if such a request was effete. Beyond the facial…More »
5. The Menagerie
So after nearly 6 months, I made yet another visit to this establishment with a Bay Area friend in tow. What's up with the overractive fog machine? I mean sure, it makes the added rear projection screens look great with the rays of light, but beyond…More »
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2/14/2009
I grew up in the IE, then moved away over 8 years ago, and since that time, have experienced going… Read more »
6. The Edge
An establishment that seems to be short-schrifted, even maligned by others, just because of the associations with the flag flown in front of the establishment (and no, not just the one rainbow flag, silly). After getting over my preconceived notions…More »
7. The Abbey Food & Bar
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(310) 289-8410
Categories:
American (New),
Gay Bars
Neighbourhood: West Hollywood
Although I spent many formative years in Southern California, a few weekends ago was the very first time I partook of the goodness that is the grAbbey, err, Abbey as it's more officially known. And boy, I did find out what sort of yummy food I had…More »
8. AIMC Berkeley Community Acupuncture Clinic
I have had regular treatment at the AIMC Clinic for no less than five years now (actually even before the school and clinic had the AIMC name), and am very pleased with the work the student interns do. Nice to be able to support the professional…More »
9. Sparky's 24 Hour Diner
Last weekend, after viewing one of the SF Jewish Film Festival titles, we were very hungry for some good eats, and I suggested to my movie companion that we go and snag dinner at Sparky's. This was one of the 24hr establishments that I had yet to…More »
10. SF Badlands
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 626-9320
Categories:
Dance Clubs,
Gay Bars
Neighbourhood: Castro
I really don't know what to make of this joint. Adam B. likes the whole Sadlands/Madlands/somethingels eiswrong-adlands nomenclature, which I highly agree with. Very uncanny how there were waves of dancers on the floor when Madonna/Britney/Flo Rida…More »
11. A Different Light Bookstore - CLOSED
really awesome selection here, and not just because erotica, lesbian, gay, bi, etc. great gift ideas, both serious and gag-style (ok ok, only room for one mind in the gutter now). And good holiday items, whether during the end of the year or pre-end…More »
12. Back to the Grind
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 784-0800
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
American (Traditional)
Made a visit here just a week ago. As I have stated in a previous write-up, I do try and visit here as often as I am in the area. This time I had a friend from the bay area in tow, and he agreed with me that the coffee drinks here are most definitely…More »
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2/10/2007 First to Review
one of my all time favorite coffeehouses in the Inland Empire. I try to visit every time I'm in the… Read more »
13. Nirvana Restaurant & Bar - CLOSED
ok, ALL restaurants and even a few bars could learn one thing about making drinks from this place. And that one thing one be making drinks as they should be, strong and unapologetic. After all, what's the point of making a drink unless all you want…More »
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2/10/2007
I have enjoyed some of the veggie noodle dishes, especially the sauces, as well as one of the fish… Read more »
14. Tinker's Damn
Not my favorite place, but you know, it's about the company. Before I launch a bit into that, I should mention that I was told apparently this used to be THE PLACE long before Hunters or Splash in downtown San José had any bearing in the South Bay…More »
15. Castro Coffee Company
Convenient spot when you got a half hour or so before your show starts next door at the Castro Theater and you don't want to walk too far away just to get some caffeination and a snack. Nothing fancy really, just some coffee that's better than plain…More »
16. Medium Rare Music - CLOSED
What's cool about this place is that it doesn't pretend or try to be some huge place like Amoeba or Tower (RIP), or even a more generalist store such as Streetlight. (No, this isn't to complain about the other stores, but placing this store where it…More »
17. R. B. Winnings Coffee
Really cool coffee place, great variety of coffee drinks and awesome snacks. I guess they do have some more substantial food, but I just had a chocolate-pumpkin bread slice, along with a drink I can't remember the name of, but it involved a shot of…More »
18. The Library
Awesome, awesome coffeehouse with loads of character, verve, panache, whatever hot descriptives float your boat. Really great sweet treats, and even some surprising small meal deals available here, such as some pasta dishes, and some sandwiches, if I…More »
19. Santa Fe Hemp
A bit disingenuous to just characterize this place as a women's clothing only boutique, albeit they do carry a lot of women's clothing. Besides accessories such as bags (many if not most of the more utility and unisex variety) and tchotchkes, they do…More »
20. HRC Action Center & Store
Some may point at HRC and complain about the organization not being able to make a change in legislation etc. etc. Bupkis, really--it's not all that simple for one organization alone to make changes to the political/legislative climate. And that's…More »
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