Santería is a great margarita bar/restaurant in the Castro.

Beit Rima in the Mission makes Middle Eastern food that’s as delicious as it is affordable.

Yes, there will be a wait at Kitchen Story in the Castro. But there’s millionaire’s bacon at the end of it.

The Californian-Mediterranean food at Lark in the Castro might be geographically inaccurate, but it tastes pretty great.

The poke at I'a Poke in the Castro is some of the best around.

You come to Philz for the Mint Mojito Iced Coffee. If you need to get some work done while you drink it, go to the Castro location.

Verve has a very nice space in the Castro and solid coffee and sandwiches too.

Hi Tops is great way to start a night in the Castro.

On a night out in the Castro, all roads lead to Beaux.

Solid dim sum in the Castro at MaMa Ji's.

For cozy, classic French, it doesn't get much better than L'Ardoise in the Castro.

Ignore Tacorgasmico's terrible name, and enjoy the affordable and delicious Mexican food.

Blackbird is a fun spot in the Castro with excellent cocktails and a happy hour until 8pm.

Réveille Coffee Co. in the Castro takes coffee (and food) seriously.

Duboce Park Cafe is a laidback and dog-friendly spot in the Castro for breakfast or lunch.

A great bar that doesn’t quite have the restaurant part figured out yet.