San Francisco's Best Free Wi-Fi Spot 2008

A Union Square trattoria known for its high-energy atmosphere and finger food.

Reviews:

• “great place”
• “Delightful dining experience”
• “great mussels”
• “TERRIBLE SERVICE AND BAD FOOD! "
• “TERRIBLE! Take your money elsewhere!!”

Tips: There’s a kids’ menu offering “puzghetti,” a make-your-own pizza, a kid-friendly guide to San Francisco and a lunch course that teaches kids “Table Manners Basics.”

Puccini & Pinetti or email Puccini & Pinetti

The epicenter of Bay Area shopping.

Reviews:

• “No better place to shop”
• “World class shopping”
• “Bring you wallet!”
• “shopping”
• “I’ve died and gone to shopping heaven!”

Tips: Metered street parking is available once in a blue moon, but the Union Square Garage below the park is the most convenient long-term option.

Union Square

An edgy SoMa art gallery by day; uber-hip club by night.

Reviews:

• “This is an awesome venue! And no, the bartenders are NOT rude!”
• “cool place with one exception”
• “Best place on a Wednesday”
• “Classic SF!!!!”
• “This place oozes style”

Tips: Many nights feature a cover charge. On Wednesday and Saturday, expect to pay $5-$10 cover.

111 Minna Street Gallery or email 111 Minna Street Gallery

Settle down with an espresso, soak up the bohemian North Beach ambience and think existential thoughts till sundown.

Reviews:

• “The worst customer service I have seen in my whole life!”
• “Worth the trip!”
• “Unfriendly in North Beach”
• “Good & Bad”
• “Coffee-lovers dream spot!”

Tips: Musicians and opera singers take over the usually sedate Caffe Trieste every Saturday afternoon.

Caffe Trieste

Fun Irish pub and Indian restaurant in one retro, cavernous venue.

Reviews:

• “Is it a dream or is it real?”
• “Great food, drinks, watch the game”
• “Great beer and great Indian food”
• “Sally!!”
• “crazy combo”

Tips: Enjoy your food on the outdoor balcony.

Kennedy’s Irish Pub and Curry House

A cozy Noe Valley pub where the Irish waitstaff serves pints and catered grub to sports-happy locals.

Reviews:

• “Overpriced, Dysfunctional Management, Too Loud”
• “Best Guinesss and sports”
• “Great place”
• “cute pub”

Tips: In addition to Irish or Celtic sounds, music here comes from an Internet jukebox. Users select from thousands of tunes on a touch-screen interface. It even accepts credit cards.

The Dubliner

Visually stunning North Beach pub and restaurant combines Celtic kitsch and classic tavern decor.

Reviews:

• “Unique Irish Pub – a must visit”
• “Great Food vs. C……….s”
• “Best atmosphere”
• “irishguy”
• “Great Irish food”

Tips: A brunch menu is available on Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 4pm.

O’Reilly’s Irish Pub and Restaurant

This Nob Hill coffee bar by day turns into a sexy bar and lounge by night.

Reviews:

• “good drinks”
• “the best fresh food in San Francisco”
• “Sugar Cafe…Perfect place for an event/party!”
• “Great Ambiance, coffee and dessert, slow service”
• “Great, cool loungey bar & great customer service…”

Tips: Try the Espresso Butterscotch Martini, a blend of Stoli Vanilla, Kahlua and butterscotch liqueur.

Sugar Cafe

Sunny corner teahouse offers ample sips and Asian-inflected plates.

Reviews:

• “Unique food”
• “my new favorite tea place”
• “Pre-Valentines Tea Sippin’”
• “Try the Tea Tasting Event”
• “Come on!”

Tips: At the entrance, two large benches covered in colorful silk pillows give a view of the busy corner’s foot traffic.

Samovar Tea Lounge

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