The Presidio-History, Architecture & Tunnel Tops Walk

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Reserve some time to have lunch near the end of the hike. There are so many nice places. At the Officers Club on the grounds is Colibri, a fabulous Mexican Restaurant. Also, there is, **Chestnut St. having a large assortment of traditional and avant-guard restaurants.
*See what looks good from the listing below.*
If you are planning on having lunch, please let me know, we'll need a reservation for Colibri.

Beside the beautiful walk we'll learn about major events in the Presidio's colorful history. For instance did you know that in 1899 during the Spanish/Philipines War thousands of very young, raw American recruits from all over the country where stationed in tents bordering fashionable Pacific Hts. Here they took US Army basic training and awaited deployment to the Philippine War or were sent here at the end of their enlistment to be mustered out. It was not a quiet time there, or nearby to say the least.
Let's put our heads together to stay on the most interesting routes through the Presidio. Here is a link to an excellent Google map.

Chestnut St. Restaurants **
Italian & Pizza

• A16
  : A highly-regarded spot specializing in Neapolitan-style pizza and wines from the Campania region.
• Little Original Joe's
  : A popular neighborhood staple offering Italian-American classics like vodka pasta, pizza, and burgers.
• Delarosa
  : Known for its Roman-style thin-crust pizza, small plates, and craft cocktails in a lively atmospher
• Norcina (Pierce St): Located just off Chestnut, this Italian spot is praised for its Nor-sting-ya pizza and authentic pasta dishes.
• Roma Antica (Scott St): An authentic Italian restaurant featuring homemade pasta like Cacio e Pepe and Lasagna, often with Italian-speaking staff.
• Napizza (Scott St)
  : Offers upscale pizza and pasta, such as truffle mushroom bruschetta and Meyer lemon pizza.

American & Comfort Food
Causwells
4.3(941)
American
Open2346 Chestnut St10.2 mi
A European-inspired bistro famous for its Americana double cheeseburger, as well as seasonal salads and baby back ribs.
Cracked & Battered - Marina
4.6(534)
$20–30Restaurant
Closed2240 Chestnut St10.1 mi
A cozy brunch restaurant serving savory and sweet dishes, including fried chicken and waffles and lemon ricotta pancakes.

Chestnut Diner
4.0(562)
$10–20Diner
1312 Chestnut
A classic, no-frills American diner known for its fluffy omelets and retro counter seat
The Dorian
New American
2001 Chestnut St
A swanky, modern American restaurant and bar popular for social gatherings and brunch.
Balboa Cafe
4.2(842)
$20–30Restaurant
3199 Fillmore
An iconic neighborhood institution serving classic American fare and known as a social hub.
Global & Specialty Cuisine

Dragon Well
4.2(343)
$20–30Chinese
Open2142 Chestnut
A long-standing neighborhood favorite for health-conscious Chinese food and handmade potstickers.

Milos Meze
4.9(365)
Restaurant
3348 Steiner
A modern Greek restaurant serving authentic dishes like lamb chops and spanakopita.Souvla
4.5(481)
$10–20Greek
Open2272 Chestnut
A casual, modern Greek rotisserie and salad spot.Lobalita
4.6(11)
$20–30Restaurant
Open2231 Chestnut
Recently replaced The Tipsy Pig, this modern Mexican bar offers tapas-style bites like aguachiles and tacos. SF.gov +7

Super Mensch
4.3(67)
$20–30Jewish
Open2336 Chestnut St10.2 mi
A modern Jewish deli specializing in pastrami on house-made rye and matzah ball soup.