Farmstead Cheeses and Wines

1650 Park St
Alameda, CA 94501

msbeesknees x. writes: long before "cheesemonger jeff d" and i were yelping, i had actually popped into farmstead, his darling, intimate little wine and cheese shop located inside the alameda natural grocery marketplace, to get some cheese to melt over my french onion…

Yasukochi's Sweet Stop
Neighborhood: Japantown, Pacific Heights

1790 Sutter St
San Francisco, CA 94115

Ed U. writes: Congratulate me. I'm planning to ask the elderly woman behind the counter to marry me. And yes, you're invited to the wedding - it will be a simple yet tasteful affair at which my wife-to-be will cater it with all her baked goodies. Then I plan to…

Advanced Audi - Volkswagen Service
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill

1218 Michigan St
San Francisco, CA 94107

Bunny H. writes: Yes, I own a VW. Yes, it's my second one. Yes, I've owned better cars. Yes, I think they put drugs in the upholstery to keep you coming back for more.

After my first service, I programmed them into my cell. Which came in handy on the way back from…

Impact Theatre
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

1834 Euclid Ave
Berkeley, CA 94709

Helen N. writes: If you are the kind of person who thinks that the arts are slightly on the pretentious side, and people who talk about who they know and what shows they have been in are in need of a good punch in the face, then Impact theatre is the place for YOU!…

Chrome
Neighborhood: SOMA

580 4th St.
San Francisco, CA 94017

Richard T. writes: Oooh! Ooh! Oooooh! I found the PERFECT backpack here. I'm saving up for it right now cause it sho' ain't cheap... I mean, it's not as expensive as those Louis Vuitton or Prada thingys some of you like - but lets see your Coach bag go 20 feet…

Center Hardware & Supply Company
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill

999 Mariposa St
San Francisco, CA 94107

Fallopian Swim Team D. writes: Its not pretty.
Its not well advertised.
Its not part staffed by sycophants.

It is simply the best hardware store within San Francisco city limits.

Period. that is all.

Tip: No BS, it really is the best.

Tater Tots

San Francisco, CA 94109

Gourmet G. writes: Dunk them in ranch dressing and you have the ultimate in trailer trash cuisine!

Duct Tape

San Francisco, CA 94117

Todd E. writes: This is one for all the MacGuyver's out there...

I once had a really bad 70 MPH tank-slapper while trail riding in Wyoming...As far as motorcycle accidents go this one was like something out the X-Games...it featured me doing fully laid-out flips at…

Call Car Collision
Neighborhood: Mission

1774 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Heather B. writes: Not long ago, my beloved Geo, Georgia (shut up), was hit by a drunk driver. I called all my friends to ask for a recommendation for an auto body shop and this place got recommended to me twice. Now I see why--the owner, Claudio, is awesome.

My car,…

The ''F'' Word

San Francisco, CA 94101

fran d. writes: from wikipedia:

"In the modern English-speaking world, the word 'fuck' is often considered highly offensive. Most English-speaking countries censor it on television and radio. A study of the attitudes of the British public found that fuck was…

The Economist
Neighborhood: SOMA

90 New Montgomery St
San Francisco, CA 94105

Panthea J. writes: Before I introduced him to my parents, before we shared a major holiday, before we shared a bank account,  the captain and I shared a subscription to The Economist.  When we decided to live together it was the first thing I bought.  Seriously, no…

Road Runner Sports

1125 Industrial Rd
San Carlos, CA 94070

Mimi L. writes: The first time I came to Road Runner I just wanted to check out the store.  I was mainly looking at the clothes...I talked to the shoe guys for a bit and they seemed pretty chill.  The second time I was hoping to just buy insoles for my Nikes.  But…

Kamand Locksmith
Neighborhood: Mission

135 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94103

roger b. writes: we need a locksmith i told my wife. here i am this big fancy handy mechanic guy and my wife was probably thinking i could get us out of this mess myself. eddie from kamand locksmith services was here in under an hour, on a sunday no less! he was out…

City Hall
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place
San Francisco, CA 94102

Peter M. writes: About three months ago I got married at city hall during lunch time.  The ceremony was about four minutes, emotions ran high, and a couple of close friends showed up to stand witness.  It was beautiful, wonderful, overwhelming, loving, and after…

Californians

San Francisco, CA 94101

Gourmet G. writes: If you don't like them, there are 35,893,799 who are willing to help you pack and show you the way to the border.

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

San Francisco, CA 94117

Gourmet G. writes: Emmentaler or Jarlsberg on pumpernickel

Sharp provolone or fresh mozzarella on Italian

Pepper jack on sourdough

Edam or gouda on a baguette

Stilton on multi-grain

Havarti on rye

There should be a Food Network show devoted to this comfort food favorite.…

Fabric8
Neighborhood: Mission

3318 22nd Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

Kristina R. writes: I bought a shirt that has a flying Muni bus with angel wings and the words "MUNI, TAKE ME AWAY!" emblazoned on the front.

It cost me $25 and I've never forked over my credit card so quickly in my life.  I'm a Fabric8 convert.  

Although the shirts are…

Planned Parenthood Golden Gate
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

815 Eddy St
2nd Fl
San Francisco, CA 94109

Kristina R. writes: Jesus and the Anti-Abortion Fundamentalists at Planned Parenthood.

Protesters:  BOOOO!  ABORTION IS MURDER!  YOU'RE GOING TO HELL!  IT'S NOT TOO LATE!  REPENT!

Jesus:  Yo...dude.

Protester:  Wha???  JESUS CHRIST!

Jesus:  Yeah, yeah, I…

Albany Bulb

Buchanan Street and I-80
Albany, CA 94706

Lisa T. writes: What a great place to take your adventurous little kids. See the pics I posted of my 3-year-old exploring the castle -- or what he calls the "ghost house."

Pirates

The Salty Sea
San Francisco, CA 94105

michelle i. writes: 5 billion stars for that pirate picture someone included under this review.... i can't stop looking at it, thanks. someone at work just walked by and now i feel like a weirdo.

really though, there is nothing hotter to me than a rowdy, roughneck who…

First Class Cooking
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

Sacramento St & Gough St
San Francisco, CA 94109

tinna h. writes: I tell people that I can't cook, but if the situation calls for it, I probably can. It's just not particularly tasty or anything I would serve to anyone else. Sure, cooking takes practice, but aside from the laziness/too-tired-after- work factor,…

San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival
Neighborhood: SOMA

145 9th St
Ste 350
San Francisco, CA 94103

Connie C. writes: I look forward to the SFIAAFF more than a kid looks forward to opening presents on Christmas. Seriously. When fellow OG Elite yelper and SFIAAFF Markeing Coordinator LeRoid D (http://www.yelp.com/elite - me on the left, and him on the right back in…

Agent Provocateur
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

54 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94101

Sally K. writes: I don't need to tell you why Agent Provocateur is your one stop shop for all things sexy (that the majority can't see on you).  You already know that.  So, instead I'll let you in a few secrets.

1)  Agent Provocateur keeps a file on all its clients.…

Bedroom Outlet
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

2901 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118

jessica t. writes: Beautiful Bed Equation  -

10 minute cab ride to Bedroom Outlet.

+

10 minutes browsing beautiful platform beds

+

10 minutes talking to friendly, helpful employee

+

2 minutes signing for beautiful bed frame.

+

Wait a week.  (week was by choice - so please…

Tan Bella
Neighborhood: Castro

2185 Market Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

stephy s. writes: I'm scared.

Seriously, I think I am changing and I don't know what's happening to me. I say this because I, stephy s, the whitest, pastiest, palest, glow in the darkiest girl I know, just went to....

A tanning salon.

Good Christ and Sweet Jesus on a…

Cesar Chavez Park

11 Spinnaker Way
Berkeley, CA 94710

jay h. writes: My thighs have grown exponentially in the past two weeks.  Yes, yes ....more to love. Blah blah blah...tell that to my "loose" jeans that are no longer loose!!  

So...I run. I totally suck at it, too.  CCP makes it easier for me though..with a…

Christine's Flowers
Neighborhood: Financial District

250 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94104

jordano k. writes: i'm somewhat hesistant to yelp about this place, because if the word gets out, this tiny spot could get overwhelmed. and i'm not sure if that's what they want. however, it's my yelp duty to write about them. so here goes... deep in the heart of the…

Common Scents
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

3920 24th Street
Suite A
San Francisco, CA 94114

laura b. writes: I'm not one of those people who likes to shower.  I'm an in and out kinda girl.  I'm a busy lady with lots to get done and and ain't nothing happening in the shower...it's only slowing me down, holding me back!  Showering might be the reason why I…

Moxie Parlour
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

1920 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Heidi A. writes: Thanks to Shrimp Chips, I went here, handed myself over to the hair-uh wizardry of Ally, and left a better person. I had a serious problem, you see. My former stylist, who gave good and super-cheap haircuts out of her house, seriously fell off her…

Women's Community Clinic
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

2166 Hayes Street
#104
San Francisco, CA 94117

Karen K. writes: i've never been treated more kindly in all of my life in any medical facility than when i had my first ever appt here earlier today.  and... i am saying this as an unemployed, non-insurance having loser with a yelp addiction.  this is basically a spa…

Eye Gotcha Optometric
Neighborhood: Castro

586 Castro St
San Francisco, CA 94114

RJ A. writes: (07-12-2004) 01:32 PDT San Francisco, Calif. (RJ) --

Authorities say one man sustained minor retinal damage in what appears to be another gang-related rubber band war at the workplace.

San Francisco authorities state that Monday night's shooting…

Tank Hill

1 Carmel Street
Tank Hill
San Francisco, CA 94117

Mitsi H. writes: The below review is actually for Corona Heights Park, not Tank Hill. I think the ashes really did affect me, I have never been the same since. I'm a little dottie, if you know what I mean.

Keeping Your Balance Bookkeeping & Tax Preparation Services

582 Market Street
Suite 700
San Francisco, CA 94104

Broke-Ass Stuart S. writes: Yes, even broke-asses need help with their accounting.  

Believe it or not, my finances are pretty screwy considering my long periods without income and my strange travel expenditures (can "experiencing" the Red Light District in Amsterdam be…

Secret Agent Salon
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

630 Bush St
San Francisco, CA 94108

Kristina R. writes: My Amazing Hair History

1989-When Harry Met Sally Perm...MISTAKE.  ASIAN LADIES...FEAR THE PERM.

1990-Retro Farrah

1992-Heroin Chic...aka: Lazy Messy Hair Days

1994-The Rachel

1998-Post Modern Japanese Punk

2000-Thirty Year Old Freak Out Asian Girl Blond…

Suchada Thai Massage
Neighborhood: SOMA

690 King St
San Francisco, CA 94107

evelyn y. writes: + great parking space (street cleaning wed & frid)
+ great staff
+ great sanitation
+ $55 (1.0hr)
  $80  (1.5hr)
  $100  (2.0/hr)
  Great PRICING, because is residential
+ they offer very traditional/even better thai massage for customer.…

Yelp at Roe

San Francisco, CA 94101

Kristina R. writes: FIVE WHOLE STARS!  Except for three things...no, wait...FOUR things.

1. No one told me there was a dress code, so I didn't wear my 6 inch stilettos and skimpy hot dress cut down to THERE.  Awk-ward...

2. It was 150 degrees inside, and me with my…

San Francisco Pet Hospital
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

1371 Fulton St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Glitter G. writes: "The boys are out!"  That was Dr. Lebya's way of agreeing that yes, my kitten is ready for neutering.

His celebration of the size of my kitten's testicles sure beats what my friends have said: "the kitten is trying to rape your adult cat."

Here's the…

Artbeat Salon & Gallery
Neighborhood: East Solano Ave, North Berkeley

1880 Solano Ave
Berkeley, CA 94707

bianca v. writes: (sigh).  well, i received a critique of my review, mainly because it called out a certain stylist.  to wit:  "I feel as though having issues with a business is one thing (so, comments about Artbeat itself for example...), but commenting about a…