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440 Castro

Bars – San Francisco, California

It had a great collection of bartenders that fit the name of the place. More on CitySearch

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  • I do like the music here and the bartenders have always been very nice. More on CitySearch

  • This is one of, if not the only, leather-ish bar in the Castro. The crowd is older, and, the bar is pretty ... More on CitySearch

Kingman's Lucky Lounge

Bars – Oakland, California

Thursdays and Fridays have DJ's spinning downtempo grooves, and Wednesday the lounge hosts an open DJ happ... More on CitySearch

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  • They specialize in martini's and have a great drink menu... More on CitySearch

  • I live in the neighborhood and am a regular at this little Oakland gem - SO a few "upgrades" to the reviewe... More on CitySearch

Hanni's Fine Gifts

Things To Do – Pacifica, California

Located at Rockaway Beach center this shop has a fantastic assortment of gift items from a large selection of Thomas Kinkade paintings to Tiffany lamps there is something here for everyone on your ... More on insiderpages.com

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  • Hanni's Fine Gifts was created specifically for the customer. I want my clientele to experience a sense of relaxation ... More on Hannisfinegifts.com

Haas Pavilion, Berkeley, CA

Things To Do – Berkeley, California

The students are loud and proud, making Haas Pavilion a difficult place for the opponents of Cal Basketball. More on Yahoo! Travel

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  • I loved Haas Pavilion. It is a great place to watch College Basketball. The environment is great, too. T... More on Yahoo! Travel

Gold Dust Lounge

Bars – San Francisco, California

The waitresses were very attentive and the atmosphere should be experienced by anyone who remembers what ol... More on CitySearch

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  • Can't wait to go back and hope Jake is still there! More on CitySearch

  • No better place for a stiff cocktail at the crack of dawn! More on Yahoo! Travel

21st Century Party Rentals

Things To Do – Reseda, California

When we decided to take part in a block party, my husband and I offered to be in charge of the jumpers. I took the lead and contacted several companies for pricing. 21st Century Party Rentals had competitive pricing, but their inventory ... More on insiderpages.com

Arata Pumpkin Farm

Zoos and Aquariums – Half Moon Bay, California

he Arata Pumpkin Farm is the oldest working pumpkin farm in San Mateo County, California. Pumpkins have been a way of life at the Arata Farm since 1932. In the early 30’s, teenager John Arata and his brother Clarence planted ... More on Aratapumpkinfarm.com

Mike Danen wedding photographer in San Jose

Things To Do – San Jose, California

On my wedding day he kept me calm , even when I was ready to burst! More on insiderpages.com

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  • Wow, you should see my wedding album, it is soooo amazing! I never dreamed that it would be so beautiful. Mike exceeded my expectations every step of the way. His work is really artistic. On my wed... More on insiderpages.com

Yogurt Bar

Restaurants – San Francisco, California

Yogurt Bar offers a TASTY snack, or even lunch the portions are so large, that is all natural and so natura... More on CitySearch

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  • Yogurt Bar offers a TASTY snack, or even lunch the portions are so large, that is all natural and so natura... More on CitySearch

  • In Short :Four soft-serve flavors of frozen yogurt are available at this independent shop near Union Street... More on CitySearch

El Pirrin

Restaurants – San Jose, California

The food is AMAZING. More on insiderpages.com

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  • I also here the beef soup is excellent . More on insiderpages.com

  • I was in the vicinity for work, so I yelped a restaurant for me and my coworker. We were delighted in the s... More on insiderpages.com

Gene's Quito Market

Restaurants – Saratoga, California

They have a nice selection of the organic and pesticide- free produce. More on insiderpages.com

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  • If you want an alterantive to Whole Foods, come here More on insiderpages.com

  • When I moved into the San Jose area, Gene's was the first upscale market I visited. It's a very clean market with great quality veggies and fruits and a wide selection of gourmet items (cheese, mea... More on insiderpages.com

Urban Outfitters

Clothing Shopping – Berkeley, California

I suggest you take BART or bus and then walk. More on insiderpages.com

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  • They have a huge selection of clothing and you can often bfind some great deals . More on insiderpages.com

  • Urban Outfitters has tons of cute clothes for guys and gals. They also sell assessories for the home. The only thing is that they are kind of expensive but if you find something you love it's a gre... More on insiderpages.com

San Francisco Comprehensive Shuttle Tour

Tours – San Francisco, California

Strybing Arboretum Society

Gardens – San Francisco, California

This is a well-kept garden. It provides a place to sit and enjoy all the plants. I don't know if they start... More on TripAdvisor

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  • This was the first of our many adventures in San Francisco over winterbreak. My girls loved it so much we w... More on TripAdvisor

  • about SF Botanical Garden at Strybing Arboretum: Kids may think that the central attractions at the San Fra... More on GoCityKids