Barbecues San Francisco

A Very San Francisco Summer Picnic Potluck and BBQ - Golden Gate Park

**A Very San Francisco Summer Picnic Picnic Potluck and BBQ** **A Fundraiser for *Tenderloin Tessie*** *September* is the start of a San Francisco summer, and San Francisco Foodies is taking advantage of the cool, but not cold weather for an outdoor potluck picnic in wonderful Golden Gate Park. *Tenderloin Tessie* is a very San Francisco Non-Profit who provides Holiday meals (Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter) for people who do not have any local family to spend the holiday, mainly San Francisco's Elders and new arrivals. *Tenderloin Tessie* has been doing this every year for over fifty (50) years, different than similar non-profits, their dinners treat the attendees as diners to a full service dinner. A five ($5) dollar donation can be sent through *[Tenderloin Tessie's](https://tenderlointessie.com/#)*[ website](https://tenderlointessie.com/#), San Francisco Foodies doesn't act as a middle person for their donations, nor do we profit. This is a return to the *Potluck Picnic format with grills available.* A potluck is where each attendee brings something they either made or bought from a restaurant that matches the theme, our theme is *San Francisco Labor Day*. Bring a dish that reflects your work, or the work you want to do. Artsy, mechanical, all forms are welcome. Our site has grills for the finishing marks and heat, and also for sliders, hamburgers and hotdogs, add condiments to make them as foodie as you want. We'll have a ***Condiment Swap***, a **Recipe Swap** and a ***San Francisco Foodie Recommendation List*** (*and a catchy name for the list)* for restaurants, Pop Ups, Bars, Festivals anywhere food can be found. I'll publish after the picnic. Also, a meeting for ***New Organizers*** and those that may want to host events. ***Come join our group of thirteen event organizers.*** Please bring a Potluck dish of your creation to feed about six people, or from your favorite restaurant, Roast Pork, Dim Sum, Sandwiches, Pies, Cupcakes are always a hit. To signup with what dish you are bringing use [eventbrite link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-very-san-francisco-summer-picnic-potluck-and-bbq-golden-gate-park-tickets-1998249642472?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=), which will also create a nice pass to remember this event. **Agenda** * 11 - Site Setup * 11:30 Cooking for those items that need a touch of heat. * NOON - Eating and Greeting * 1 - Condiment Exchange (described below) * 1:30 - Recipe Exchange * 2 - San Francisco Foodie Recommendations (described below) * 3 - Clean Up and Until next year! First at least a $20 donation is requested for our *Non-Profit of the year*, a URL for where that donation can be sent (HERE TBD). Second I am asking for *volunteers*, to help check people in, take donations and organize the food and drinks. I will have a separate dinner event to thank the volunteers, but you need to sign up for both, and when you sign up here, please put in the comments if you would like to volunteer, first come first chosen. All volunteers are invited to an after party starting at a famous San Francisco Restaurant, *TBD* ***None of the restaurants and shops mentioned are sponsors of this event***. *Alcohol (Beer and Wine) is allowed, as long as it's not in glass containers.* Now.. what will we do there for three hours besides socialize with others in our community? I'll fill in more as we march closer. 1. All attendees can participate in *San Francisco Foodies* *Restaurant List*. This will be a non-ranked list of Twenty-Five amazing meals from the great attendees. 2. **Ingredient Exchange**: Bring some of your ingredients that you don't want, or have too many of; *you know that one in the back of your cabinet;* and we will exchange them. *Use event comments to hype yours, sending them to a new cook.* 3. **Recipe Exchange:** Bring a recipe and exchange with the various foodies who come. *As a note.. San Francisco Foodies won't charge any place to be listed, if they don't want to be on our list they can opt-out, and we do not have any pay advertising.* **History** For the past eleven years I have hosted a picnic to raise money for a *San Francisco* Non-Profit. As I said above, this year's non-profit is *[Tenderloin Tessie](https://tenderlointessie.com/#)*. We've held this in various picnic areas in San Francisco's World Class Golden Gate Park. We had a high of 135 people at this site in 2019, then of course 2020 had lock-downs, but we were given permission having our reservation so far in advance but only twelve lucky people were allowed to attend by San Francisco Parks and Recreation and we made the most of it, and with an additional fundraiser sent some money to *Holiday Meals - Tenderloin Tessie* who holds four meals a year at the Unitarian Church for San Franciscans who do not have anyone over the major holidays. Another year we raised money for *Trevor's Project.* A Suicide Prevention Hotline for young adults, recently losing Federal Funds, they are relying on public support now more than ever, and they are not the only one. San Francisco Foodies from a small group that showed raised over $500. Finally last year was Muttville, we raised about $200. **Adminsitrivia** Site has a slope entrance and a parking lot nearby, but is not easily accessible for those with mobility problems, however in past years we have had people in wheelchairs (with large wheels) and persons who were blind who were able to attend and enjoyed the festivities. *Use event comments for Car Pooling and Ride Sharing.* *Many thanks for the photos and history from restaurant website* **#EatSanFrancisco #SanFranciscoFoodies #SFFoodies** *Photos and history from unsplash - credit Vino Li*

Barefoot Lake Merritt loop - 1st Sundays at 8:30 am

We meet weekly Rain or Shine! 3.1 miles around Lake Merritt. No runner left behind. Very barefootable surfaces. If you can run 3 miles in shoes then you can probably do this barefoot. Runners in shoes and sandals are welcome too. We gather at 8:30 AM and start our run around 8:40 AM. If people are into it we'll go to have a coffee afterwards at nearby Lakeview Cafe. Meet us there even if you miss the run!

Chilling and Grilling Plant-Based BBQ

Come join us for some chilling and grilling — good food, good vibes, and great company. Bring your human and animal friends! We'll have some tunes playing and plenty of yummy food to go around. Feel free to bring a dish to share if you'd like — potluck style always makes it more fun! Hope to see you there! **When:** Friday, August 28th 5pm **Where:** Children's Memorial Statue at Lake Merritt, Oakland **Parking:** Available in the Fairyland parking lot on Bellevue Avenue. Paid parking applies — $3 for the first 2 hours. **Who:** Everyone is welcome! \-\-\- Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) is a grassroots network of animal rights activists. Through open rescue, demonstration, and disruption, we help build a world where every animal is safe, happy and free. DxE cultivates a welcoming and supportive community. We ask that all those who attend our events (online and offline) respect our Code of Conduct which can be reviewed at [dxe.io/conduct](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fconduct%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFaa2xqQ2FieDJOT0FMUno0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhgP9AueqcQUXUEaaYDONp-QE1Y0J91-WzhwDdlVaM5jCKRqnO64rciAB0IK_aem_P8Yntm264izM9a4hXNDVuw&h=AUBLsJcEO5Dh3DtEHRdH6ru75k8sIbzVOuOdBKF4njmd4-LfRzNY5avq_vcmae22jWiPioZ7C40rYsMyef2P8TsIBHZIMKfIHT37hM3WB_ne0YZsd2NAw59V4neWAwfH01_wu1Rl_TYYTDN3Q4Maqshf1A41duaK&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUC8RSht8iWLvhdM_aZ9Fot35i17wpZczC3pPWERTd169sjF6lnyOv4WntjsO3Z7nS5DERSbbc6RGkg6d0FWH6PclR84qtV_ubH2cutcyU24pFuT7azAvUK7VbvkEY-6nLmtyjj985_Qy_mZWVpQm5vcusDAXuCa6sI). To learn about our vision, goals, strategy and more check out the San Francisco Bay Area chapter Activist Handbook here: [dxe.io/handbook](http://dxe.io/handbook?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFaa2xqQ2FieDJOT0FMUno0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoKx8eXDcb8uTIK8PqZ0kwUUJjBX9zR9_1h1A24CXaUZ3tZgNMaYng9tVKEY_aem_3xtd7sy3SKn2DUn0DVXHQw)

Barefoot Lake Merritt loop - 2nd Sundays at 8:30 am

We meet weekly Rain or Shine! 3.1 miles around Lake Merritt. No runner left behind. Very barefootable surfaces. If you can run 3 miles in shoes then you can probably do this barefoot. Runners in shoes and sandals are welcome too. We gather at 8:30 AM and start our run around 8:40 AM. If people are into it we'll go to have a coffee afterwards at nearby Lakeview Cafe. Meet us there even if you miss the run!

3rd Annual Potluck / BBQ Picnic @ Crown Beach, Alameda - City View Picnic site

2026 CA Coastal Cleanup & Oakland Creek to Bay Day at Middle Harbor

Greetings Friends of Middle Harbor! Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the CA Coastal Act! Tend to our beautiful San Francisco Bay on [CA Coastal Cleanup Day](https://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/ccd/ccd.html#map), also known as [Oakland Creek to Bay Day, ](https://oakland-volunteer-community-oakgis.hub.arcgis.com/pages/oakland-creek-to-bay-day)at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park. When you clean up trash along Oakland’s streets and shoreline, you help keep our city and watersheds free of trash – from your local creek watershed to the San Francisco Bay estuary to the Pacific Ocean. Bring your crew! There will be morning snacks and lunch\* for volunteers provided by the Port of Oakland as a thank you. **How to find us:** Meet at Check-in Table down by Beach Steps. Follow signs. A team of naturalists/environmental educators with Nurture NATURE and Port of Oakland staff will be your hosts! **Schedule**: 9:00 AM \~ Check In and Sign Waivers, Safety & Special Site Instructions 9:30 AM \~ Beach Cleanup and Trash Data Collection 10:00 AM \~ Birding, Weeding & Planting, Special Exhibitors/Activities 11:30 AM \~ Group Photo & Prizes (Most Unusual Item, Largest Group of Attendees) 12:00 NOON \~BYO or RSVP to stay for Lunch\* **Kindly Register in Advance** \*Please RSVP by Friday 9/11/2026 so we are sure to have enough food & supplies. Include the NUMBER # of people in your group & how many are vegetarian. **Accessibility & Transportation:** * Main paths are paved; other paths have uneven hard dirt or gravel. The lunch area has gravel. The beach and dunes are sandy. The shoreline mudflat may be covered by tidal brackish water. * Restrooms are wheelchair accessible and have diaper changing shelves. * The closest BART station is West Oakland, 1.7 miles away (\~40 minute walk through industrial SeaPort) * A segment of the SF Bay Trail, a bike-ped path, runs along Middle Harbor Shoreline Park. * Free car parking available at Middle Harbor park. Carpooling is encouraged. **NOTE:** \~ Everyone is welcome -- and required to sign a waiver form prior to the cleanup, when you arrive at the checkin table. \~ Youth (under the age of 18) must be accompanied by an adult. A parent or legal guardian of youth under the age of 18 must also sign the youth waiver form. \- If your group has more than 5 people\, please complete this registration form: https://forms\.gle/ZmwFky8kED5KjVLZ9 **PRO TIPS:** \~ Wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection (e.g. a brimmed hat, long-sleeved shirt). Bring gloves, a refillable water bottle, trash grabber, and a pail or bucket if you have them. This event is registered with both Oakland's Creek to Bay Day and CA Coastal Commission.

🇺🇸 Labor Day Weekend Potluck & BBQ at Harker’s Back Forty! 🌭🍔

Come celebrate Labor Day weekend with your **New Beginnings friends** at a relaxed backyard potluck and BBQ in San Mateo! Bring something tasty, pour yourself something refreshing, catch up with old friends, and make a few new ones along the way. ☀️🍷🥗 Our host, **Robert Harker**, is opening up **Harker’s Back Forty — otherwise known as his backyard** — for an easygoing afternoon of food, conversation, and good company. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🧺 POTLUCK/BBQ 🍗** Robert has a small BBQ available, so you’re welcome to **bring something to grill**, or bring a favorite appetizer, salad, side dish, dessert, or other dish to share. Please also bring whatever you’d like to drink. 🍴 **Bring something to eat.** 🥤 **Bring something to drink.** 🤝 **Bring something to share.** Robert will provide **chairs, tables, plates, glasses, and supplies**, so all we need is you — and whatever delicious contribution inspires you! 🔥 **The BBQ will get going around 4:30–5:00-ish**, but come anytime after **3:30 PM** to settle in, visit, and enjoy the afternoon. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🧥 Dress for San Mateo** Even on a warm day, evenings in San Mateo can cool down quickly, so **bring a jacket or sweater** in case you stay into the evening. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🚗 Parking** The Back Forty is located **across from San Mateo High School in north San Mateo**. There is plenty of **off-street parking next to the San Mateo Union High School District offices and behind the Performing Arts Center**. Please use those lots rather than parking on the street so neighborhood spaces remain available for Robert’s neighbors. ♿ **Robert’s driveway will be reserved for anyone who needs accessible parking.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Come spend part of your Labor Day weekend relaxing in the backyard with good food, good music, good conversation, and your New Beginnings friends. We’d love to see you there! 🇺🇸🌿 And for anyone wondering, ***“The Back Forty of what?”*** Robert says he’ll let us know when he figures that out. 😄 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📍**Location** The exact backyard address and additional arrival information will be provided to attendees the day before the event by email. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🔷 **See our Group Guidelines [HERE](https://sites.google.com/view/new-beginnings-guidelines/home)** **🔴 *Help Keep the Fun Going in 2026*** *As a volunteer-led group, member contributions help cover Meetup fees and the occasional venue rental that make our gatherings possible. If you haven’t contributed in 2026, we invite you to **give a $20 annual cash contribution (with your name) directly to the event host.** (Contributions are not tax-deductible.) See our [2026 contributor list](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FhXm1V0hEuWSbuOMivlLUqTm3JaCPD6VSOzg3ZrAJyE/edit?usp=sharing). New here? Enjoy a couple of events first — then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!* 🔴 ***Liability Reminder*** *By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guest(s) RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and participants from all liability for injuries, illness, damages, death, issues relating to privacy or economic loss arising from activities, advice, or information provided. Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your safety, belongings, and transportation decisions. Choose carpool drivers carefully and consider leaving valuables at home.*

Sunset on the Bay @ Mission Rock Resort

If you know me I rarely organizer events where we can "enjoy" the weather or scenery, but we are going to try to a Sunset ***BY*** the Water. I love seafood. September in San Francisco is typically warm-I'm aiming for a quintessential coastal vibe on this Labor Day weekend Sunday. [Mission Rock Resort](https://www.missionrockresort.com/) has a chillax scene, serves seafood, and more plus has full bar. Dress is casual, may need a jacket. **Calculation of Taxes and Fees and what's Due:** Dining in San Francisco has a sales tax (8.625%), 6% surcharge will be added to every check in support of new local and state ordinance, AND 20% auto-gratuity (tip) will be applied to all parties of 6 or more guests. Take raw x1.36 and round final payment to the closest dollar=Total amount due. **Parking and Transportation** Located at 817 Terry A Francois Blvd, a bit off the beaten path. Street parking is available. If taking Caltrain, From 4th and King Station take Sunnydale Muni T Line Ucsf Medical Center (Mariposa) Stop, short 4 minute walk. Courtesy of Mission Rock: "Perched on the fog-free shores of Mission Bay, our two-story restaurant offers scenic bay views from any seat and unmatched outdoor dining. We pride ourselves on serving simply prepared, pristinely sourced seafood in a relaxed, fun-filled environment. Home to The City's best oyster happy hour, Mission Rock Resort is a one of a kind destination for any occasion. Join us for lunch, brunch, dinner, or host your next party in one of our event spaces. So come, and "Escape to The Rock!"

Family-Style Dinner at Freekeh 🍽️

Join us for a relaxed evening of great conversation and delicious Middle Eastern food at Freekeh in San Francisco! This will be a **family-style meal**, meaning we’ll order a selection of dishes for the table and **share everything together**—perfect for trying a little bit of it all and encouraging good conversation. Whether you're new to Middle Eastern cuisine or already a fan, this is a great opportunity to enjoy good food and meet new people in a welcoming setting. **Some notes:** * We’ll split the bill evenly among attendees * Everyone is welcome to order one drink, which will be included in the split; please note that, even if you choose not to get a drink, you'll still be expected to split the bill evenly This meetup is all about enjoying good food, sharing plates, and having a relaxed, social evening. Come hungry and ready for a communal dining experience! Note RSVPs will open the week of the event on a first-come-first served basis, so please be sure to attend if you sign up. Looking forward to the dinner! Please let me know if you have any questions. 628-236-9369

Brunch - Oakland Grill

Join us for brunch at the Oakland Grill in Jack London Square!

Heirloom Tomato Menu at Bosco: Dinner for 6

Tomato lovers, this event is for you. **Bosco** is a wood-fired Italian restaurant from The Absinthe Group (the creators of Hayes Valley favorites like Absinthe Brasserie & Bar). Located at 888 Brannan Street in San Francisco’s SoMa district—in the historic building formerly occupied by Bellota—the restaurant takes its name from the Italian word for "woods" or "forest." Led by co-executive chefs Ryan McIlwraith and Kaili Hill, Bosco pairs traditional Northern Italian technique with Northern California's hyper-seasonal produce. Rather than strictly adhering to traditional regional recipes, the kitchen focuses on modern, distinctly San Francisco expressions of Italian cooking. For the summer, Bosco is offering a fixed-price tomato menu for $55. We will get • Tomato & stone fruit gazpacho • Yellowfin tuna carpacchio toast • Heirloom tomato caprese • Tomato & goat cheese scarpinocc • Bone-in pork shoulder chop milanese • Green tomato & eggplant parmigiana • Heirloom tomato sorbet Although you may purchase additional items, full table participation for the tomato menu is required. Costs The prix fixe menu is $55 per person. Drinks and add-ons will be the responsibility of the person(s) who ordered them. Please be prepared to split the check at the event and pay via cash, Venmo, Zelle, or Apple Cash. Taxes and Fees Dining in San Francisco has a sales tax (8.625%) and the restaurant charges a 6% mandate, and we will add a 20% tip. Parking and Transportation Muni 19 to 8th & Bryant BART to Civic Center + Street parking is definitely possible in this neighborhood

EBBG First Annual Summer Picnic!