Faves and raves by Lindsey Shook.
Personal stats
AGE: 28
YEARS IN THE CITY: Four
NEIGHBORHOOD: Mission
OCCUPATION: Marketing director for Hartle Media, publisher of 7×7 and California Home & Design
SELF-DESCRIPTION: I’ve fallen in love with exploring S.F. You’ll usually find me basking in the sun, or out with friends enjoying The City.
FAVORITE BAR
Rye
WHERE: 688 Geary St. between Jones and Leavenworth streets
WHAT: After-work cocktails
INFO: (415) 474-4448 or www.ryesf.com
“During the week, it’s less crowded. I really like all of the creative cocktails and the modern architecture of the bar.”
FAVORITE LATE-NIGHT SNACK
Taqueria Cancun
WHERE: 2288 Mission St. between 18th and 19th streets
WHAT: Veggie tacos
INFO: (415) 252-2960
“This is my favorite taco in The City. The tortillas are really soft, and I love the way they layer all of the ingredients.”
FAVORITE DATE SPOT
Aquatic Park
WHERE: Hyde and Beach streets
WHAT: Playing bocce and taking in the view
INFO: www.nps.gov
“The park has such a unique San Francisco charm to it; you’ll see old Italian men playing bocce, too. Afterwards, we’ll swing by the Buena Vista for an Irish Coffee.”
FAVORITE WORKOUT
ODC Dance Classes
WHERE: 351 Shotwell St. between 17th and 18th streets
WHAT: Hip-hop classes on Saturday mornings
INFO: (415) 863-9830 or www.odcdance.org
“I grew up dancing, so this is a way for me to keep doing it. Plus, the instructor plays great music and you’re actually learning a routine.”
FAVORITE TEA LOUNGE
Samovar
WHERE: 730 Howard St. between Third and Fourth streets
WHAT: Grabbing a cup of tea overlooking Yerba Buena
INFO: (415) 227-9400 or www.samovartea.com
“I don’t drink coffee, so I’m really into tea. Not only does Samovar have ambiance because it overlooks the park, but they have a great selection of teas to choose from.”
FAVORITE SHOE STORE
Barneys New York
WHERE: 77 O’Farrell St. at Stockton Street
WHAT: Trying on sky-high platforms and chic flats
INFO: (415) 268-3500 or www.barneys.com
“I find that they have a wider selection than anyone else in The City, especially when it comes to my favorite designers, like Alexander Wang and Ann Demeulemeester.”
FAVORITE PARTY SPOT
Le Club
WHERE: 1250 Jones St. between Clay and Pleasant streets
WHAT: Renting the game room
INFO: (415) 922-2582 or www.leclubsf.com
“The space is just very glamorous and luxurious, and it has this old-school, Nob Hill feel to it.”
FAVORITE BOUTIQUE
Harputs Market
WHERE: 1525 Fillmore St. between Geary Boulevard and O’Farrell Street
WHAT: Shopping for avant-garde pieces
INFO: (415) 922-9644 or www.harputsmarket.com
“The designers Gus Harputs stocks are unique, like Comme des Garcons and Ann Sofie Back. I love the aesthetic.”
FAVORITE SPA
EPI Center
WHERE: 450 Sutter St. between Powell and Stockton streets
WHAT: Organic facial and body treatments
INFO: (415) 362-4754 or www.skinrejuv.com
“They’re very in line with the green movement. They have a LEED-certified space and offer nontoxic treatments.”
