District 10
South East | Bayview, Bayview Heights, Candlestick Point, Crocker Amazon, Excelsior, Hunters Point, Little Hollywood, Mission Terrace, Outer Mission, Portola, Silver Terrace, Visitacion Valley
Top 7 Cafes:
Yvonne’s Southern Sweets: While primarily a bakery, this sweet spot offers coffee to pair with their delicious Southern-inspired treats like pralines and cookies.
Café Alma: A small neighborhood café offering coffee drinks and pastries with a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere.
Excelsior Coffee: The go-to coffee shop serving espresso drinks, pour-overs, and pastries with a strong local community vibe.
Mission Blue: A standout café offering specialty coffee, tea, pastries, and sandwiches in a peaceful setting.
Hey Neighbor Cafe: A local café offering great coffee and pastries in a quiet residential neighborhood.
Danny's Coffee Shop: A beloved, old-school diner known for its strong coffee, hearty breakfast plates, and welcoming, no-frills atmosphere, making it a neighborhood staple for locals.
Tallio's Coffee & Tea: A cozy, community-focused café known for serving high-quality coffee, a variety of teas, and offering a warm, inviting atmosphere for locals to gather.
Top 7 Restaurants
Radio Africa & Kitchen: A popular restaurant known for its healthy and sustainable African-inspired cuisine, a key part of the Bayview community’s dining scene.
Old Skool Café: A youth-run, 1920s-themed supper club serving global comfort food, including Southern and Caribbean-inspired dishes, with a powerful mission of providing opportunities for at-risk youth.
Tato: A casual eatery offering delicious Latin-American dishes like pupusas, tacos, and arepas, along with specialty coffee.
Big H BBQ: A no-frills BBQ spot offering smoked meats, ribs, brisket, and traditional Southern sides.
Gumbo Social: A beloved pop-up specializing in rich, flavorful gumbo and other Southern comfort dishes, known for its focus on community and authentic New Orleans-inspired cuisine.
Breakfast at Tiffany's: A classic diner known for its hearty American breakfast plates, nostalgic vibe, and friendly, welcoming service.
Taqueria El Buen Sabor: A popular Mexican eatery celebrated for its delicious, authentic tacos, burritos, and other traditional fare, offering vibrant flavors and generous portions in a casual, neighborhood setting.
7 Highlights:
Bayview Opera House: A historic cultural and performing arts center offering theater, music, and community events in the heart of Bayview.
Candlestick Point State Recreation Area: A beautiful bayfront park offering hiking, picnicking, fishing, and birdwatching, with views of San Francisco Bay and the East Bay hills.
Quesada Gardens Initiative: A community-led urban gardening project beautifying Bayview Heights with lush gardens and public art.
John McLaren Park: Nearby, this sprawling park is one of the city’s largest, offering hiking trails, tennis courts, a golf course, and natural landscapes.
India Basin Shoreline Park: A waterfront park that’s popular for kayaking, fishing, and enjoying peaceful views of the Bay.
Excelsior Library: A community library offering public events, workshops, and an extensive collection of books and multimedia.
A. Philip Randolph Institute: A community center offering educational and cultural programs, serving as a hub for social justice in Hunters Point.
