California Sunsations: San Francisco

Posted by , on June 27, 2012 at 2:00 pm

Click through our guide to San Fran to learn where to get the hottest threads, plus where to go to relax and unwind.

 

A-B Fits: Jean shopping can be a pain in the butt. But the lovely folks at A-B Fits help make it much more bearable. They have a wide selection of brands for both men and women -- including Acne, APC, [...]

 

A-B Fits: Jean shopping can be a pain in the butt. But the lovely folks at A-B Fits help make it much more bearable. They have a wide selection of brands for both men and women -- including Acne, APC, Levi's and more -- and friendly employees who can help you choose your perfect pair. Need alterations? No problem! A-B Fits does 'em for free. And if you're all denim-ed out, they have other clothing too. But really, can you ever have too many pairs of jeans?

 

Knead Patisserie: We're salivating just thinking about this delicious bakery and its yummy eats. Knead is famous for its pomme d'amore, a golden round pastry with a custard center topped with a thin [...]

 

Knead Patisserie: We're salivating just thinking about this delicious bakery and its yummy eats. Knead is famous for its pomme d'amore, a golden round pastry with a custard center topped with a thin layer of burnt sugar. But that's not their only amazing treat; they have malted chocolate éclairs, jars of s'mores with graham crackers, brioche cinnamon buns, apple rosemary pies and much more.

 

Prospect: Whether you come for dinner or drinks, Prospect is a place to see and be seen. But it's not just the scene that should bring you here. Executive chef Nancy Oakes, who also runs the show at [...]

 

Prospect: Whether you come for dinner or drinks, Prospect is a place to see and be seen. But it's not just the scene that should bring you here. Executive chef Nancy Oakes, who also runs the show at Boulevard, has created an innovative New American menu that's absolutely divine. If you don't want a full meal, eat at the bar and try their totally addictive beer nuts and off-menu, secret burger with New Mexican chiles and a fried egg that's to-die-for.

 

Betelnut: Located in Cow Hollow, this popular Pan-Asian eatery has a flair for making gourmet street food. Standout menu items at this joint, which is headed by chef Alexander Ong, include penang rice [...]

 

Betelnut: Located in Cow Hollow, this popular Pan-Asian eatery has a flair for making gourmet street food. Standout menu items at this joint, which is headed by chef Alexander Ong, include penang rice noodles, Malaysian curry laksa, Szechuan green beans, Cecilia's minced chicken and xinjiang cumin lamb with sesame buns. We're not the only ones who love Betelnut: James Franco dined here earlier this year.

 

Comstock Saloon: Mosey on over to this watering hole for a classic cocktail in a beautiful, vintage space. With its antique glassware, restored tin ceiling, player-piano and refinished mahogany bar from [...]

 

Comstock Saloon: Mosey on over to this watering hole for a classic cocktail in a beautiful, vintage space. With its antique glassware, restored tin ceiling, player-piano and refinished mahogany bar from 1907, Comstock Saloon is a true nod to the old West. Comstock's menu keeps with the turn-of-the-century saloon theme; drinks include pisco punch, Sazerac or Martinez, while po'boys and potpies are fare.

 

Bourbon & Branch: Step back in time to the Prohibition, and have a drink at this hip speakeasy. But to get full access to this "underground" joint, you have to make reservations. If you decide to go on a [...]

 

Bourbon & Branch: Step back in time to the Prohibition, and have a drink at this hip speakeasy. But to get full access to this "underground" joint, you have to make reservations. If you decide to go on a whim, ring the buzzer and use the codeword "books." You'll be whisked away to the library, where you can hang out with fellow reservation-less souls and sample B&B's delicious signature libations.

 

Sui Generis: In Latin, sui generis means "of its own kind." Well, that's a pretty perfect name for this high-end consignment shop, which features the best secondhand threads we've ever seen. Located in [...]

 

Sui Generis: In Latin, sui generis means "of its own kind." Well, that's a pretty perfect name for this high-end consignment shop, which features the best secondhand threads we've ever seen. Located in the Castro, Sui Generis features stunning, barely-worn couture from pretty much every major designer from Alexander McQueen to YSL, all for about 30 percent off original prices. And should your boyfriend tag along on your shopping adventure, send him to the equally as amazing men's store a few doors down.

 

Azalea Boutique: Not only does Azalea carry lines like Vince, Alexander Wang and Funktional, but they also give love to up-and-coming local designers. Check out their extensive denim selection -- which [...]

 

Azalea Boutique: Not only does Azalea carry lines like Vince, Alexander Wang and Funktional, but they also give love to up-and-coming local designers. Check out their extensive denim selection -- which includes over 100 different styles by brands like J Brand, AG Jeans and Current/Elliott. For some post-shopping spree pampering, stop by Azalea's in-store Z Beauty Lounge to get a relaxing mani-pedi.

 

BellJar: BellJar's tagline is "gorgeous little things," and after you xstep inside this Mission area shop, it's hard to argue with that. Everything for sale at this enchanting shop -- from clothing to [...]

 

BellJar: BellJar's tagline is "gorgeous little things," and after you xstep inside this Mission area shop, it's hard to argue with that. Everything for sale at this enchanting shop -- from clothing to jewelry to tchotchkes to vintage home furnishings -- is absolutely stunning.

 
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Breathe in that cool, salty bay air, and get ready to embrace San Francisco’s Golden State of Mind. While you knew the city had hills and the Golden Gate Bridge, did you know San Francisco is also home to some of Cali’s best shopping? That’s right, fashionistas — grab your credit cards, and get ready to take on the City by the Bay. The possibilities here are endless.

Click through our guide to San Francisco to learn where to get the best new clothes, plus where to go to relax and unwind after you’re all shopped out.

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