PPQ Beef Noodle House is a casual Vietnamese restaurant in the Sunset serving great noodle soups.

Taqueria Los Mayas is a casual Mexican restaurant in the Richmond specializing in food from the Yucatan.

Volcano Curry is a counter-service spot in the Richmond making excellent Japanese curry and chicken katsu sandwiches.

La Palma Mexicatessen is a grocery store and taqueria in the Mission with tacos, burritos, handmade tortillas, and more.

Hon’s Wun-Tun House is a Chinatown fixture for wonton soup.

Gay4U is a roving brunch spot in Oakland with lots of vegan options.

Tacos Mi Rancho is a permanently parked taco truck near Lake Merritt in Oakland.

TrueBurger, a fast-food style spot in Oakland, has mastered the art of three simple things: burgers, fries, shakes.

If you need a quick pastry in Bernal Heights, stop by Black Jet Baking Co.

Fort Point Ferry Building is a small brewery on the Embarcadero that’s perfect when you want a quick beer.

Gioia Pizzeria is a good spot in Hayes Valley to grab a quick slice of pizza to go.

Tony’s Coal-Fired Pizza And Slice House is a quick counter-service version of Tony’s Pizza in North Beach.

The Golden West is a window in the FiDi serving a short menu of sandwiches for lunch.

Bini’s Kitchen in the Financial District is a small food stand with great Nepali and Cambodian food.

Homage Ltd. is a small fast-casual spot in the Financial District with great salads and tartines for a workday lunch.

Braised + Bread is a small Cambodian spot at the top of the Crocker Galleria that makes great sandwiches and rice plates to grab during work.