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Hello, San Francisco! Welcome to Summer! I’m Sarah, your Eventbrite city manager.

We at Eventbrite want to make sure you have the best summer possible. While we all know that in SF, summer doesn’t necessarily come with warmer temperatures and tans, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the season. Go out, try something new, take a trip, or simply embrace the concept of a Summer Friday. Whatever you do, do it in signature SF style (complete with extra layers).

CONTENTSSIZZLING SUMMER BITES

• What to Order

• New Kids on the Block

• Waterfront Picks

• Dine About Town

WHERE AND WHAT TO SIP THIS SUMMER

• Beer Lovers

• Craft Cocktails

• Sunny-Day Drinking

• SF’s Best Summer Drinks

CHASING THE SUN• Local Trips

• Tastes Worth Traveling For

• The Great Outdoors

BEST STREET FAIRS SUMMER SOUNDS

• Summer Playlist

• Summer Concerts

FOG FIGHT: WARMING UP IN SF• Heat Seekers

• Go East

• Embrace the Fog

SARAH’S FAVES• Summer Events I’m

Most Excited For

• Summer’s Best Sandwiches

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SIZZLING SUMMER BITES Summers might be cool, but the culinary

scene in SF is red-hot all year round.

Sample some of SF’s best orders, new

openings, and special summer picks.

WHAT TO ORDER Bites worth going out of your way for.

THE MARINA

José Andrés Burger at Umami Burger2184 UNION ST, SAN FRANCISCO

This burger with Spanish-inspired ingredients, curated by DC Chef José Andrés, is reason enough to stop into the Union St. burger joint.

THE SUNSET

Tonkotsu Ramen at Izakaya Sozai1500 IRVING ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Save this for an especially foggy night. There’s nothing better than curling up with a warm bowl of savory broth and perfectly cooked noodles as the wind whips through the Outer Sunset.

HAYES VALLEY

Porcini Doughnuts at Rich Table199 GOUGH ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Doughy and delicious, the Porcini Doughnuts are a perfect blend of spice, salt, and super fluffy dough. Try to eat just one, I dare you.

PACIFIC HEIGHTS

Margherita Pizza at Pizzeria Delfina2406 CALIFORNIA ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Don’t mess with a classic. If you’re lucky enough to get here on a warm day, snag a glass of white wine and an outside table.

NORTH BEACH

“Demons on Horseback” at Park Tavern1652 STOCKTON ST, SAN FRANCISCO

The dynamic team behind Park Tavern turns out some of the best food in the city. Make sure you try these lardo-wrapped smoked prawns—you won’t regret it.

NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK Recent openings to try.

Smokestack 2505 3RD ST, SAN FRANCISCO

This new Dogpatch BBQ joint lives in a former factory.

Barrel Head Brewhouse1785 FULTON ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Nopa was hurting for a great brewhouse and Barrel Head is the answer to our prayers.

Schroeder’s Restaurant240 FRONT ST, SAN FRANCISCO

This FiDi classic got a major face-lift. Head there for your next happy hour and see the new and improved space for yourself. Chino3198 16TH ST, SAN FRANCISCO

The folks who brought you Tacolicious have a new opening on the corner of 16th and Guerrero — a funky-fun Asian eatery.

The Square1707 POWELL ST, SAN FRANCISCO

The Square is the newest North Beach restaurant from the Sons & Daughters team.

WATERFRONT PICKS CoquetaPIER 5, THE EMBARCADERO, SAN FRANCISCO

Michael Chiarello’s Spanish-inspired waterfront restaurant is a gem, and great for happy hour.

Hog Island Oyster Co.SAN FRANCISCO FERRY BLDG #11A, SAN FRANCISCO

The recently remodeled restaurant at the Ferry Building is a perfect spot for some very fresh oysters and a glass of wine or local brew.

Mission Rock Resort817 TERRY FRANCOIS BLVD, SAN FRANCISCO

This new-ish Dogpatch restaurant boasts sunny weather, as well as waterfront views. Our suggestion? Try it for brunch.

Red’s Java HousePIER 30, SAN FRANCISCO

Red’s is a real San Francisco treat. Get some buddies and a bucket of beers, and post up right under the Bay Bridge.

FUN FINDS FROM DINE ABOUT TOWN Curated by our friends at SF Travel.

With restaurants crafting menus at up to

25% off, this year’s Dine About Town was

more successful than ever before. Here

are our favorite picks from the week -

go on, treat yourself. And stay tuned for

the next Dine About Town dates from

SF Travel.

Luce888 HOWARD ST, SAN FRANCISCO

We’re jumping at the chance to try this one Michelin star rated restaurant.

Spruce3640 SACRAMENTO ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Spruce boasts an amazing wine list and one of the city’s best burgers. Scoma’s RestaurantAL SCOMA WAY, SAN FRANCISCO

You won’t get seafood much fresher than this in the city.

Cocotte 1521 HYDE ST, SAN FRANCISCO

This Russian Hill French rotisserie is a neighborhood favorite and a great date spot.

Chaya Brasserie 132 THE EMBARCADERO, SAN FRANCISCO

Waterfront views and great food make this place an SF classic.

WHERE & WHAT TO SIP THIS SUMMERAh Summer, when fresh cocktails and

cold beers flow, and day drinking is just

that much more acceptable. Here are

picks for best sips this summer.

BEER LOVERS Magnolia Pub & Brewery1398 HAIGHT ST, SAN FRANCISCO

It doesn’t get much more local than

Magnolia Pub & Brewery. We’ve got a

soft spot for the Sara’s Ruby Mild.

Monk’s Kettle3141 16TH ST, SAN FRANCISCO

You can’t get a better tap selection

anywhere. But, make sure you get there

early, as there are only a few tables in this

Mission bar.

14th Annual Breastfest Beer FestivalJULY 12

FORT MASON FESTIVAL PAVILION, SAN FRANCISCO

Grab a good beer for a great cause at this

beer festival that donates 100% of profits

to support low-income women battling

breast cancer.

CRAFT COCKTAILS Trick Dog3010 20TH ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Nobody is more seasoned behind the

bar than The Bon Vivants, the team

behind Trick Dog. No matter what your

spirit of choice, you can be sure there is

something on the menu for you.

Third Rail628 20TH ST, SAN FRANCISCO

It might be a hike to get to this

Potrero Bar, but we promise the

drinks and house-made jerky are

totally worth it.

Beretta1199 VALENCIA ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Go for the Kentucky Mule, and stay for

the meatballs.

SUNNY DAY DRINKINGEl Techo de Lolinda 2518 MISSION ST, SAN FRANCISCO

The views from the rooftop bar are

rivaled by few spots in the city, and the

full glass wrap-around keeps out the

chilly fog that rolls up on every other

rooftop bar in SF.

Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem2323 MISSION ST, SAN FRANCISCO

The back porch of Dr. Teeth and the

Electric Mayhem is one of the best-kept

secrets of Mission Street. Great bar

food and cornhole make for the perfect

backyard fun.

Bay Area Brew FestivalThis is a must-buy ticket for any Bay Area

beer lover. Use discount code BRITESF for 5% off your ticket.

SF’S BEST SUMMER DRINKSWe asked cocktail connoisseur

Eloise Porter to share her must-have

drink picks this summer. Eloise is a

freelance writer, blogger, and editor living

in San Francisco. She works for local

publications specializing in food, culture,

health, and lifestyle. In her spare time,

she is an avid baker, yogi, farmer,

and flaneur. Here are her top five city drinks:

Maven: Park Day Shandy598 HAIGHT ST, SAN FRANCISCO

This refreshing summer sipper is the

perfect accompaniment to a day in

Dolores. On those rare warm days in the

bay, cool down with this mix of rum,

apple, chestnut, rosemary, and

citrus, with a bubbly burst from cool

saison beer.

Novela: Seasonal Punches662 MISSION ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Novela kicks it up a notch with six

different punches made with seasonal

ingredients. Try the Pisco, made with

red grape, mint, cucumber, melon, and

lemon. The Rum punch—with coconut,

water, banana, allspice, and lemon—is

also amazing.

Burritt Room & Tavern: Mass Appeal417 STOCKTON ST, SAN FRANCISCO

When temperatures rise, you’ll enjoy

Burritt’s Mass Appeal. The blend of

vodka or gin, elderflower, ginger, lime,

and grapefruit bitters is intoxicatingly

refreshing.

Sabrosa: Mezcal or Macho Margarita3200 FILLMORE ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Margaritas and heat waves go

together like peanut butter and jelly.

Head to Sabrosa, where the classic Latin

cocktail gets a smoky edge from mezcal

or a spicy kick from roasted jalapenos.

Whichever you pick, you’re sure to cool

down fast.

Blackbird2124 MARKET ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Blackbird has always been on the

forefront of cocktail trends. That’s why

it’s no surprise their summer menu is

brimming with fresh, summery ingredients,

like cucumber, celery, rhubarb, and

grapefruit. Try One More Thyme—a blend

of vodka, Contratto Bianco, cucumber,

and thyme. Or, go for the Celery Gimlet

with gin, genepy, elderflower, lime, celery,

and celery bitters.

CHASING THE SUN LOCAL TRIPS

Whether you just can’t take another

foggy day, or your social media-induced

warm weather envy has reached a fever

pitch, there comes a point in every

SF summer where you need to escape.

Hit the road with these suggestions.

Gilroy Garlic Festival7050 MILLER AVE, GILROY: JULY 25-27

The Gilroy Garlic Festival is famous all

over the U.S. and most certainly worth at

least one trip.

Lagunitas Brewery1280 N MCDOWELL BLVD, PETALUMA

Get a group together and make the

hour-long drive to Petaluma for a visit to

the Lagunitas Brewery. Sit on the patio to

enjoy food, drink, and live music on the

weekends.

Drake’s Bay Oysters17171 CHIMNEY ROCK RD, INVERNESS

Drive out to Drake’s Bay and buy some

fresher-than-fresh oysters. Head to

Point Reyes State Park and park it near

Heart’s Desire Beach. There are grills and

picnic tables, so bring plenty of food!

THE GREAT OUTDOORSTough Mudder Tahoe AUGUST 16-17

Calling all tough guys and gals! Head up

to Tahoe for a summer Tough Mudder,

and make a weekend of it!

Butano State ParkThis quick trip ( just south of

Pescadero) boasts beautiful campsites

nestled in the redwoods and a

15-minute walk to the beach.

Kirby Cove CampgroundThis campground has absolutely

spectacular views of the entire city,

and sits quietly next to the Golden Gate

Bridge. It’s the city’s best-kept secret,

and it’s right under our noses.

BEST STREET FAIRSHit the streets! Summer is full of fun

street fairs to explore.

Summer Streets Summer Streets is a street closure,

traveling to different SF neighborhoods

each month. The event turns busy city

streets into thoroughfares for fun the

whole community can enjoy.

Pride Parade, JUNE 29 One of San Francisco’s landmark events,

the Pride Parade, kicks off this June—

don’t miss the plethora of accompanying

parties and events.

Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, MAY-OCTOBER Throughout the summer, Yerba Buena

hosts a series of lunchtime concerts and

performances. It’s the perfect way to

break up the day during the workweek.

San Francisco Street Food Festival, AUGUST 16 La Cocina’s 6th Annual Street Food

Festival is back this August in the Mission

with some of the best street food in the

country (if you ask us)!

Sausalito Art Festival AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 1 Go to Sausalito for their annual art

festival featuring local artisans, live

music, and of course, great food!

Lafayette Art & Wine Festival, SEPTEMBER 20-21 Well worth the trip out to Lafayette

for this late summer/early fall festival.

Enjoy the last sips of summer with music,

art, and wine!

SUMMER PLAYLIST No summer is complete without a

soundtrack. Check out the suggested

tunes and shows you can’t miss—just

make sure you’re dancing all the way

to September. This summer playlist

was hand-picked by Carlyn Sylvester,

co-founder of SF-based music blog

J(am) of the Day.

“Water Fountain” - tuNe-yArDs Think ice cream

trucks, sidewalk chalk, double dutch —

not to mention water fountains.

“We Sink” - CHVRCHES This song was just chosen as one of the

FIFA World Cup anthems...so basically,

it’s gon’ be everywurr.

“Back In The Tall Grass” - Future Islands I am obsessed

with lead singer Sam Herring; he is an

incredible live performer, a must-see

while on he’s tour this summer. Must.

“In The Summer” - Crystal Fighters

More people should know about

Basque-influenced Crystal Fighters.

Their music IS summer.

“Pushing On” - Oliver $ and Jimi Jules This tune recently

premiered on Annie Mac’s BBC Radio 1

show, and it immediately made me crave

a tropical, margarita-filled, steel-drum-

soundtracked vacation. Note: I do not

condone the use of dollar signs in artist

names (Ke$ha aside).

“Green Onions” - Booker T & The MGs This is the soundtrack

for one of my favorite scenes in classic

summer movie The Sandlot. Play ball.

“Always”- Panama (Classixx Remix) Windows down, road trip.

Classic Classixx.

“Rather Be” - Clean Bandit feat. Jess Glynne Not only do

these guys make great music, but they’re

total smartypants (Cambridge grads).

Musically inclined and intelligent. Just the

combination I look for in a man band.

“Luna” - Bombay Bicycle Club Whenever I listen to this song,

I imagine I’m outside on a balmy summer

night, sitting on my porch (a.k.a. stoopin’)

with a beer, watching fireflies. Rae Morris

also has the ultimate lullabye voice.

“When A Fire Starts To Burn” - Disclosure Ibiza 2014, predicted here first.

“She” - Laura Mvula This song makes me want to run through

a meadow.

“Adore You” - Miley Cyrus (Louis La Roche Reconstruction)

I feel like 2014 is the year of Miley Cyrus,

but I don’t really love any of her music.

This remix, though…

“Holidays” - Miami Horror

I always listen to this one when I’m

packing for vacation. It’s like: “F&*k yeah!

Summer vacay!”

“How We Do” - Freddie Gibbs Summertime Dolores Park

“truffle man” music.

“Rescue” - Yuna I’ve had

numerous people tell me this is their

go-to “dancing around my room in my

underwear” song.

“Youth” - Daughter For those

with summer heartbreak.

“Waves That Rolled You Under” - Young Summer (Backstroke Remix) This remix

is blowing up. And she goes by “Young

Summer,” so there’s that, too.

“Concrete Schoolyard” - Jurassic 5 This song has a Bill Cosby

sample at the beginning. Enough said.

“Macrobiotic” - MyloThis Mylo instrumental is OLD, but

somehow the world hasn’t fully

discovered its gloriousness yet. It’s one

of my favorite poolside summer tunes.

“Paper Planes” - M.I.A. (DFA Remix) Summer camp, circa 2009.

“Hold On, I’m Comin’” - Sam & Dave Because Sam and

Dave created the ultimate summer jam

back in 1966. I’m a soul [wo]man.

“Flowers In Your Hair” - The Lumineers No summer

playlist is complete without some

Lumineers.

“West Coast” - Lana Del Rey

Delicious like a summer cocktail.

SUMMER CONCERTS SF’s best festivals and shows .

Stern Grove JUNE 22-AUGUST 24

This year’s festival will see the likes of

Allen Stone, the SF Symphony, and

Andrew Bird (among others) playing

the beautiful outdoor event.

Outside Lands AUGUST 8-10

Lauded as one of the best lineups in

recent years, the 2014 show’s passes

sold out in record time.

Robert Mondavi Winery Summer Concert Series JUNE 28-JULY 19

Robert Mondavi Winery opens its gates

up every summer to host some of the

best musical acts in the country, along

with food and wine on their grounds.

Phono del Sol Music Festival

JULY 12 The Bay Bridged has put together an

awesome lineup for this July festival.

Fillmore Jazz FestivalJULY 5-6

Fillmore Street’s annual jazz celebration

is always accompanied by great local

vendors and incredible music—you can’t

go wrong.

FOG FIGHT: WARMING UP IN SFWhile leaving the city to soak up some

sun is always an option, there are plenty

of ways to beat the chill right here. And if

you can’t beat it? Well, we’ve got ideas to

embrace the weather, too.

HEAT SEEKERS Maximizing our UV ray uptake,

one park(let) at a time.

Dolores ParkOn a sunny day, you (and most of the

population on the south side of the city)

can be found at Dolores Park. And it’ll

take more than a little bit of construction

to keep us out, #amirite? Looking for

more dynamic fun? Wander down to the

newly minted Urban Putt — SF’s very own

mini-golf course at 22nd and S. Van Ness.

Noe Valley24th Street between Castro and

Church is one of the most family-friendly

blocks in the city. Wander the boutiques,

bookstores, and restaurants, soaking up

the valley sunshine. Tip: Keep an eye on

Twin Peaks for the fog and you’ll know

when to retreat to the Mission.

North BeachThis neighborhood is inland enough to

heat up on a warm day, but beware:

the tide turns quickly in this scenic

neighborhood. When the sun goes

down, head to one of NB’s welcoming

bars or restaurants.

GO EAST Our neighbors across the bay have some

of the best food and drink (and sunshine)

in the area. Hop the BART to Oakland and

start exploring.

Hog’s Apothecary375 40TH STREET, OAKLAND

“Locavore meets locapour” at this

American style beer hall. They do most

of their butchery (think homemade

sausage) in house and offer a selection

of over 40 local brews and wines.

Cafe Van Kleef 1621 TELEGRAPH AVE, OAKLAND

Cafe Van Kleef is an Oakland institution.

Stop in before or after a show at the Fox.

Order the Greyhound and spend an hour

digesting the decor.

Make Westing1741 TELEGRAPH AVE, OAKLAND

Make Westing is making waves as one of

Oakland’s hottest spots and even boasts

a mention in Vogue. With great drinks,

chic design, and an indoor bocce court,

it’s not hard to see why.

Duende468 19TH STREET, OAKLAND

This stylish bodega and bar is known as

much for its drinks as its food. Add to

that live music sessions (planned and

impromptu alike) and you have a taste

for the effortless cool that is Oakland.

EMBRACE THE FOG If you can’t beat ‘em, bundle up

and join ‘em.

Outerlands: Drinks + Blankets4001 JUDAH ST, SAN FRANCISCO

Add a layer and head out to one of the

Outer Sunset’s tastiest destinations.

Outerlands is famous for their fresh

bread, great food, and warm

atmosphere. If seated outside,

grab one of the Pendleton style

blankets and a hot cocktail.

French Onion Soup at Absinthe398 HAYES ST, SAN FRANCISCO

The French Onion Soup at Absinthe is on

every foodie’s short list of must-trys in

SF. Let a bowl of this savory classic warm

you from the inside out.

Dinner and a Movie at Kabuki Cinemas1881 POST STREET, SAN FRANCISCO

One of our favorite activities for a chilly

night? A grilled cheese sandwich and

glass of wine, along with a movie at

Kabuki Cinemas.

Land’s End HikeThere is something breathtakingly

beautiful about the fog. Remind yourself

why you love the city (gray skies and all)

with a hike at Land’s End.

SARAH’S FAVESTake a peek at my must-do summer

schedule, including a bucket list of

sandwiches so good they’d make a

grown man cry.

CUESA’s 4th Annual Summer CelebrationJUNE 22

Summer at the Ferry Building presents

an embarrassment of riches with all the

beautiful and fresh food available.

Celebrate the summer, the food, and

all the great work CUESA does at their

annual summer celebration.

Pinot Days Grand FestivalJUNE 21

Another wine festival I can’t wait to check

out—though this one is right in the middle

of the city, at the Metreon. Cheers!

Use Promo Code: BRITESF for 15% off your ticket!

San Francisco Magazine’s Best of the Bay PartyJUNE 26

Always one of the best parties of the

summer. Use code EB for $85 main tickets (normally $100) or EBVIP for $148.75 VIP tickets (normally $175)

Big Gay Birthday PartyJUNE 27

Absolutely cannot wait to attend one

of The Bold Italic’s biggest events of

the year—a celebration of SF’s 238th

birthday on the eve of Pride 2014!

SUMMER’S BEST SANDWICHESAs most of my friends know, I’m a huge

lover of sandwiches. Panini, cold cuts,

subs, heroes—you name it, I probably like

it. So, I’ve dubbed the summer of 2014

“Sarah’s Summer of Sandwiches.” I’ve

picked out ten of the most lauded sand-

wiches in the city and will be trying one

a week throughout the summer. Follow

along on my sandwich adventures on

Twitter and Instagram by searching for

#SummerSammy.

Renzo Special, Molinari

(PROSCIUTTO, COPPA, MOZZARELLA, SUN-DRIED

TOMATOES) As a native New Yorker,

I’m always hungry for a classic Italian

deli sandwich, and this one from Molinari

is at the top of my must-try list.

XXXTina, Ike’s (BUFFALO WING SAUCE,

PROVOLONE, RANCH, VEGAN BREADED CHICKEN)

Ike’s has arguably some of the best

sandwiches in the city, and I can’t lay off

anything with buffalo sauce.

Fried Egg Sandwich, Plow

(TWO EGGS FRIED SOFT, CHEDDAR, AIOLI, FRISEE,

CRISPY POTATOES, NUESKE BACON)

For anyone who has ever woken up

after a long night out, the merits of the

breakfast sandwich cannot be extolled

enough. I’m looking forward to trying this

sandwich at one of the city’s best brunch

spots, Plow.

Mary’s Farm Fried Chicken Sandwich, Naked Lunch

(PAIN DE MIE, BUTTERMILK COLESLAW, GREEN GARLIC

AIOLI) They had me at farm fried chicken.

Split-Top Main Lobster Roll, Woodhouse Fish Co.Lobster rolls aren’t my typical first choice

sandwich, but this one has received so

much fanfare, I can’t resist.

The Fidel, Bi-Rite Market (BRAISED PORK SHOULDER, LEMON MAYONNAISE,

DIJON MUSTARD, COLE SLAW, AND PICKLED

JALAPEÑOS) I can never say no to pulled

pork sandwiches, and I don’t want to.

The Salumi, Salumeria (SALUMI,

PROVOLONE, PEPPERONCINI, RED WINE VINEGAR &

AIOLI ON A POTATO ROLL) Pepperoncinis

make everything better, and you can’t

go wrong with a sandwich using

Salumeria’s excellent house deli meats.

Devil’s Egg, Mission Picnic (EGG SALAD) An egg salad sandwich can

go either very very right, or oh-so-very

wrong. Wish me luck!

Spicy Turkey Grilled Cheese, Tartine Bakery (PEPPERED TURKEY

BREAST, PROVOLONE, BROCCOLI RABE PESTO)

What’s a sandwich list without

a grilled cheese?

Peanut Butter and Banana Dessert Sandwich, Mission Picnic Gotta top my list off with a little

dessert sandwich, no?

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