Ricky Rodriguez
San Francisco Staff Writer
Ricky is a Chicago(land) native and the newest Staff Writer at The Infatuation SF. He first moved to the Bay for college at Stanford—fancy, we know. After swearing that he “would never move back” while freezing during a Chicago winter, his cold tolerance has now plummeted and he freezes every night in the Bay. His sister told him that he speaks like a Gen-Z Californian and now he asks everyone he meets if they can guess where he’s from. Most don’t. Other passions include laying in the park on the weekends and calling it “outdoorsy,” saying he’s gonna start DJing any minute, and doing a terrible job avoiding being recognized by his hair at any restaurants he visits.
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Where To Sit Outside And Look Cute
Because finding a place in SF where you can be outside, look hot, and not freeze, is tough.
The Best Restaurants In The Mission
A guide to the most restaurant-filled neighborhood in San Francisco.
21 Cute, Chill SF Spots Perfect For Catching Up With A Few Friends
When you want to keep it lowkey, head to these restaurants.
The Best Thai Restaurants In SF
Khao soi, rich curries, and sinus-clearing papaya salads—you’ll find great Thai food at these 15 incredible spots.
Oraan Thai Eatery
The next time you need a casual weeknight dinner in the Richmond that’s a tad nicer than your usual spot, head to Oraan Thai Eatery.
The Best Noodle Soups In SF
From ramen and khao soi to steaming bowls of phở, these are the best noodle soups in SF.
The Best Coffee Shops In SF
It’s easy to find a cup of coffee in the city. But for the absolute best, head to these spots.
The 9 Best Breweries In San Francisco
Where to go for sours, West Coast IPAs, and pilsners across the city.
Willkommen By Black Hammer Brewing Company
Willkommen is a brewery outpost in the Castro from the team behind Black Hammer with games, sausages, and a patty melt.
Zeitgeist
Zeitgeist in the Mission is the quintessential San Francisco beer bar. Its patio is packed anytime it’s sunny.
Standard Deviant Brewing
Standard Deviant Brewing in the Mission is where to socialize on a rainy weekend day over games and beer.
The Best San Francisco Rooftops For Eating & Drinking
11 spots for when you just want to eat and drink on a roof.
The View Lounge
On the 39th floor of the Marriot Marquis, The View Lounge provides excellent views of SF from SoMa.
Shelby's Rooftop
Shelby’s Rooftop is a bar on top of the Canopy in SoMa with good drinks, solid food, and great views.
Khao Tiew
Khao Tiew is a modern Thai restaurant in West Portal where the tom yum seafood hotpot is excellent.
Where To Dress Up And Not Feel Stupid
18 SF restaurants where you won’t feel awkwardly out of place in nice clothes.
The Best Restaurants In The Sunset
Where to get dumplings, seafood pancakes, and breakfast sandwiches in this gigantic neighborhood.
The Best Bars For A First Date In SF
First dates are tough, but you can make them a bit easier with an excellent bar that’ll keep you entertained even if your date is a bore.
11 Great SF Restaurants For A Last-Minute Group Dinner
When everyone forgot to make a plan, here’s where to go.
