One Day in North Beach

The old school Italian neighborhood between Market Street and Fisherman's Wharf is one of my favorite neighborhoods in San Francisco. From the strip clubs, to the old fashioned gin joints, to the incredible smell of cooking garlic permeating the air, I can't get enought of this place when I'm up by the Bay.

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Best Western Tuscan Inn at Fisherman's Wharf
In a city where a $300 dollar room is considered normal, we'll take a night at this hotel for around $200 instead. Located a block from the water at Fisherman's Wharf, it's just a 10 minute walk or a two minute ride on the #30 bus to North Beach proper. Nice rooms, clean, and an evening wine reception add to the charm. Parking is a ... More >
In a city where a $300 dollar room is considered normal, we'll take a night at this hotel for around $200 instead. Located a block from the water at Fisherman's Wharf, it's just a 10 minute walk or a two minute ride on the #30 bus to North Beach proper. Nice rooms, clean, and an evening wine reception add to the charm. Parking is a bit expensive but you may to able to add that into a package when you book.
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Pat's Cafe
From a quick and cheap bagel 'n cream cheese, to several varieties of omelets, you'll find a great no-nonsense breakfast here at Pat's. Try the great pancakes or a plain 'ol bacon and eggs to get your day off to a great start. Under $10 per person.
Small parking lot on top so it'd be easier to take the #39 bus up.
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Coit Tower
San Francisco's other icon is here, just up on top of Telegraph Hill. Small parking lot on top so it'd be easier to take the #39 bus up. Great depression era artwork in the bottom, infinite views from the top. $5
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Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market
If you're here on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, swing by one of the state's best farmer's markets located in front of the old ferry building at the end of Market Street. Fresh, wholesome, and delicious produce to be bought for a quick meal or snack later. Free.
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Washington Square Park
Bring your farmer's market snacks back to this pretty park in the middle of North Beach for a little picnic. See that church? That's where local boy Joe Di Maggio married Marilyn Monroe. You've also seen this park in many movies, such as Dirty Harry. Free.
Try the great pancakes or a plain 'ol bacon and eggs to get your day off to a great start.
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Capp's Corner
This crowded, busy place next door to Beach Blanket Babylon serves great food in the family style, like a Basque restaurant. Soup tureen, salad bowl, pasta, entree, all the way to dessert. They'll always find a place to squeeze you in, even during the rush, and will treat you like family. I particularly like the veal canneloni. Around $20 per person. More
This crowded, busy place next door to Beach Blanket Babylon serves great food in the family style, like a Basque restaurant. Soup tureen, salad bowl, pasta, entree, all the way to dessert. They'll always find a place to squeeze you in, even during the rush, and will treat you like family. I particularly like the veal canneloni. Around $20 per person.
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Darryl Musick
Darryl Musick
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