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1. Albany Bulb
Killer views and a great place to walk the dog or even play on the beach. It's pretty easy to get lost and some of the homeless folk are still around if you wander off the main paths long enough. There is literally something amazing to see around…More »
2. Alcatraz Island
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 561-4900
Categories:
Local Flavor,
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Tours
It's been a few years since I last visited the Rock and I need to go back more often. Gayle and I took her mother, nephew, and my son out to Alcatraz Island yesterday morning. We took the 10:30 boat out and the 1 PM back, and I think I was still and…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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4/4/2008
When I have out-of-town visitors, Alcatraz and Muir Woods are on the top of the list. I just wish I… Read more »
3. SFMOMA
Great building and maybe one of the best museum gifts shops around. It's a great space to just walk around, regardless of what happens to be showing at the time. The cafe is also very good. It's also a nice walk over to Yerba Buena Gardens when…More »
4. Angel Island State Park
I have visited Angel Island via Ferry and Sail Boat. I think it's more enjoyable to get there from Tiburon (which has it's own set of activities on either end of the trip).
Amazing views, good hiking and historical perspective abound. Food service…More »
5. Año Nuevo State Park
This place is a real treat and a true education.
The Elephant Seals (in season) are a wonder to observe and the tour guides were well versed and helpful. I also enjoyed the Visitor Centre and the associated historical buildings.
Make sure that you…More »
6. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
4 Stars just on the strength of the Giant Dipper. There is something about those old wood rollercoasters that just can't be recreated at Great America and other big park venues. The rollercoaster at Arnold's Park Iowa comes close though.
Otherwise,…More »
7. Berkeley Repertory Theatre
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 647-2949
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: Downtown Berkeley
Someone asked me recently whether seen Compulsion yet. My answer should have been - No. Jew?
For other Members of the Tribe (MOT), this is an inside joke that was made famous in the Annie Hall Movie. However, throughout my Sunday Matinee viewing of…More »
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11/11/2009
American Idiot closes on November 15 and I wanted to see it again with my son before this production… Read more »
8. USS Hornet
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-8448
Categories:
Museums,
Venues & Event Spaces,
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Neat place. I went here for a New Year's Eve Party and had a great time. Aggie Muster (Class of 1980 BTW) is here this year and when my son is old enough, they run a neat overnight program. It's also worth the drive out to see what once was…More »
9. The Berkeley Rose Garden
The Berkeley Rose Garden is a great place to go on a lot of levels:
To stop and smell the roses (thank you ki v.) and the view.
Hiking around the back 40.
To spash around the creek at the bottom (and wonder where it goes behind the "curtain".
The tennis…More »
10. Codornices Park
Berkeley, CA 94701
(510) 981-6700
Categories:
Parks,
Playgrounds
Neighbourhood: North Berkeley Hills
A great park and one of my son's favourites. The concrete slide is indeed awesome and quite a throwback considering how liability-phobic municipalities can be. I also like the open lawn, the swings, the picnic area, the creek aqueduct (despite the…More »
11. Emeryville Public Market
I've been going here for years and what it lacks in ambiance, it more than makes up for in food. I'm especially fond of the Thai and Indian places and it's cheap. It's also a great place to bring family and friends from out of town when no one can…More »
12. Duarte's Tavern
I have been here several times during both Lunch and Dinnertime. I have been here as part of a day trip, as part of a stay at nearby Costanoa, or after a trip to Ano Nuevo.
I have always enjoyed the atmosphere, the friendliness and lack of pretense…More »
13. Fentons
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 658-7000
Categories:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt,
Diners,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Piedmont Ave, North Oakland
Yes it's a bit pricy and it's usually too crowded for my tastes. However, my son loves it and the ice cream treats are hard to beat. Plus it's great going into a place with so much family and community energy. And when we're done, there's lots…More »
14. Ferry Building Marketplace
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 983-8030
Categories:
Shopping Centers,
Specialty Food
Neighbourhood: Embarcadero
This is a GREAT place to wander about. Personal favourites include Taylor's Refresher, Cowgirl Creamery , the bookstore, the wine place, and of course the view. It is a bit Yupscale and pricey. However, I knew that walking in and still had a great…More »
15. Tilden Regional Park
My son and I enjoy Little Farm/Nature Centre/Lake, the Carousel, the Steam Train and sometimes the ponies. The Hiking is great and so is the Brazilian Room and the fact that I'm in wilderness within 10 minutes of my house. And this is just one…More »
16. Golden Gate Bridge
Tips -
South bound just after you come out of the Waldo Tunnel is the best GGB and City view - bar none.
Never drive North Bound in the far left lane.
Great walk, but an even better idea is to take a bike and go all the way to Sausilito.
Memories
The last…More »
17. Redwood Valley Railway
Orinda, CA 94563
(510) 548-6100
Categories:
Amusement Parks,
Parks
I rode yesterday wtth Gayle and her 1 year-old grandaughter. It was the first time for both and they loved it. I manage a ride or two every year with my 11 year-old son and we never get tired of it. The view, the trees, and the variety of people…More »
18. Golden Gate Fields Racetrack
Last week, I received some coupons in the mail that got me, Gayle, the Kid, and DGD into the Turf Club for an afternoon of Black Friday racing. Lunch was extra, but Kids eat the Buffet for $15 which was a great deal for my often starving Teenage Son.…More »
2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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6/21/2008
My employer sponsored a team event recently at the Turf Club and a great time was had by all! I'm… Read more »
19. Santana Row
Pros
The best of the fake downtowns. I'd drive here from Berkeley before I would set foot in Bay Street Emeryville.
The place invites you to linger. My son and I really like the chess board and the center area where you can just sit around and watch…More »
20. Yerba Buena Gardens Children's Playground
One my son's favourites. Safe, fun, and physical excercise away from the computer and the video games (especially now with Portal One closed). He could spend hours here, while I relax on a bench at a distance close enough to watch him, but far…More »
21. Grand Lake Theatre
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 452-3556
Category:
Cinema
Neighbourhoods: Grand Lake, Lower Hills
A 5 Star Ditto!
22. In-N-Out Burger
For this genre, it doesn't get any better than this (except for maybe Phyllis' in Marin). I love the fries too. I've even known an occasional vegetarian who will come here to fall off the wagon for a brief animal protein fix. And it's far enough…More »
23. Triple Rock Brewery & Ale House
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 843-2739
I have been coming here for years. I think the service was better when you used to order at the window. However, I haven't found the table service to be that bad.
The beer selection is one of the best I have had. I also like their food. The place…More »
24. Muir Woods
Mill Valley, CA 94941
(415) 388-2595
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Parks
A place that never loses it's magic, even when the parking lot is full and the place is teaming with tourists. And you can hike further up towards Mt. Tam if you really want to be more alone.
When I have out-of-town guests, Muir Woods and the boat to…More »
25. Mountain Play
PRO:
Historican Outdoor Theatre on Mt. Tam!
And the View! The Quality of the Production is Almost Beside the Point. There's Always Berkeley Rep for That. It's Actually Almost Like the Okoboji Summer Theatre
Convenient Shuttle Up and Some Great…More »
26. Peet's Coffee & Tea
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 841-0564
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
The mother ship.
Same as it ever was!
27. Lombard Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
Category:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Neighbourhoods: Nob Hill, Russian Hill
I like seeing Lombard Street after hopping off the Cable Car, taking in the amazing Bay view, and then walking down. I'll admire the architecture and the flowers, and watch the tourists. Then I'll either continue onward or climb back up.
If I'm…More »
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Independent Book Stores (42)In this world of http://Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble, these gems are becoming more rare. |
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