Barbecues San Francisco

Barbeque and Social

Come join us for a barbeque of steak, chicken or hot dogs on our beautiful back deck overlooking our harbor. Live music by On the Fly Band. Nitro Ritas (liquid nitrogen margaritas) $8 and nitro ice cream for dessert. Guests are welcome please RSVP with choice of protein. Cost $15 for steak $10 for chicken and $8 for hot dogs.

Churrasco (BBQ), Samba & Amizade

SF Bay Trail Monthly Ride

Bay Area recumbent cyclist monthly Ride. (Berkeley to Point Richmond) 2 distances: 25.5 miles or 18 miles. 25.5 Mile Ride: Arrive/Park by 10:45 AM, Meet at Brickyard Cove on the west side of highway 80 and University Ave. in Berkeley CA, WHEELS-ROLLING TIME IS 11:00 AM. There is ample parking available as well as pubic bathrooms. 18 Mile Ride: Arrive/Park by 11:25 AM, meet at South-West corner of Central Avenue and Rydin Rd. in Richmond, CA (right next to SF Bay Trail). WHEELS-ROLLING TIME IS BETWEEN 11:35 - 11:45 AM - Street parking available nearby. Safest parking may be at Costco (1/4 mile further down Central Ave.). Meeting spot location map: https://goo.gl/maps/ZAXw5asLtAD2 Pace: 10-12 mph when pedaling on flat ground Route Description: From Brickyard Cove parking lot in Berkley the route follows the San Francisco Bay Trail north to meet with the 18 mile riders in Rydin Rd. in Richmond. The route continues on the SF Bay Trail to Craneway Pavilion (the old Ford assembly plant), stopping once along the way at a convenient restroom. From Craneway, the SF Bay Trail uses roads to connect with Point Richmond and the turn-around point at Kaleidoscope Coffee. Generally spend about 20-30 minutes at Kaleidoscope Coffee before heading back via the Dornan Tunnel and the bike trails at Miller-Knox and Brickyard Cove. Route is known for its scenic views of bay, marinas, waterfronts and birdlife. Route Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49854701 Route Map (18 mile riders): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6998488 Notes: 1. The 18 mile route is almost all flat, one very easy short climb thru tunnel. The 25.5 mile route includes one small hill at Golden Gate Fields. 1. If doing the 18 mile version, please leave a comment so we'll know not expect you at the Emeryville start location. 3 For the 18 mile ride: please meet us on the south west side of the intersection. We will be heading west around Costco.

Cooking Club Picnic: Samin Nosrat Edition (Dolores Park, SF)

Lombard Street

Known as the “Crookedest Street in the World,” Lombard Street is one of San Francisco’s most popular landmarks. Every year, millions of visitors walk or drive down its eight hairpin turns. Surrounded by Russian Hill mansions and perfectly manicured landscaping and flowers, it is also one of the city’s most scenic streets. Meet at the bottom on Leavensworth & Lombard. Bring a chair, dress warm. Don't block private driveways. Be aware of your surroundings, this is a high tourist area. Gather at 1215/1230 to share

Summer Potluck! (Collabo event)

Lets' get together on the island to enjoy good food, great convos and beautiful scenery of Crown Beach! Bring your favorite dish, snack, dessert and/or drinks to share. Blankets. beach chairs, outdoor games or anything else to be comfortable are also encouraged. We'll plan to grab a couple of picnic tables too. This is a collaborative event with the Alameda Ladies meetup group, but its a co-ed gathering to bring community together. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends under the warm summer sun!

Tech After Hours: Happy Hour at InterContinental SF | August 18, 2026

Join us for our Tech After Hours: Happy Hour on Tuesday, August 18th, 2026 from 6PM to 8PM PDT at InterContinental SF **The Professional Connector** next **Tech After Hours: Happy Hour** is on **Tuesday, August 18th, 2026 from 6PM to 8PM PDT** at **InterContinental San Francisco by IHG** located at **888 Howard St, San Francisco, California.** Whether you’re looking to expand your network, explore new opportunities, or simply unwind after work, this mixer offers the perfect setting for meaningful conversations and connections. We look forward to an evening of networking, great drinks, and engaging conversations. RSVP Now for FREE Early Bird Tickets while available. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com](https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** **Note #1**: If you are feeling sick, have a cough, cold, fever, or any other symptoms, please stay home and join us at a future event when you are feeling better. **Note #2:** We are grateful to our host venue for welcoming our group. Please support them by purchasing at least one drink and, if possible, some food, and by tipping generously. Our Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour events are where young professionals, startup professionals, executives, tech leaders, and more meet, relax, and have a good time making connections after work. Interested in meeting amazing professionals? Come to the beautiful InterContinental San Francisco and be ready to build relationships, expand your network, and have a great time! This is a great opportunity to find new connections and meet new people in general. Regardless of your industry level, or your industry you are welcomed to join us. RSVP Now for FREE Early Bird Tickets while available. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com](https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** Our attendees work at companies such as Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Google, ZeroCater, Coffee Meets Bagel, Redfin, Google, Comcast Ventures, Oracle, Salesforce, GoPro, Sequoia Real Estate, DoorDash, Hyatt Regency, BlueCart, Kaiser Permanente, IBM, Genentech, Deloitte, Nestle, Accenture, HP, Intel, Amazon, Lyft, Facebook, HSBC, Capegimini, Yelp, J.P. Morgan and more. [The Professional Connector](https://professionalconnector.com/) has hosted successful events with well-known sponsors and partners. Based on the type of event we reach out to different partners we have worked with in the past and are always looking for new sponsors. Our previous Partners and Sponsors have included such companies as WP Engine, Instapage, vCita, General Assembly, Constant Contact, Yelp, WeWork, Diablo Magazine, SF Business Times, Lyft, Uber and more. To learn more about our Sponsorship Opportunities, call us today at 510-761-5895 or visit our website [www.ProfessionalConnector.com/Sponsors/](https://www.professionalconnector.com/sponsors/) **The Professional Connector** proudly hosts this networking happy hour at the **InterContinental San Francisco**, one of the city’s premier luxury hotels located in the heart of the South of Market (SoMa) district. Known for its contemporary design, upscale atmosphere, and exceptional hospitality, the InterContinental provides the perfect setting for professionals to connect, socialize, and build meaningful relationships. Join an evening of networking with entrepreneurs, business leaders, tech professionals, and new connections in a sophisticated and welcoming environment. With its modern interiors, stylish gathering spaces, and vibrant downtown energy, the InterContinental San Francisco offers an ideal backdrop for after-work networking and memorable conversations. Conveniently located near the Moscone Center, Financial District, Union Square, and many of San Francisco’s leading business and technology companies, the InterContinental San Francisco is a preferred destination for corporate events, professional gatherings, and social networking experiences. **Located at 888 Howard St, San Francisco, California.** We can’t wait to see you! RSVP Now for FREE Early Bird Tickets while available. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com](https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** **MEET THE PROFESSIONAL CONNECTOR/EVENT HOST - David Mitroff, PhD** David is a sought-after Business Growth Strategist who shares his secrets for creating successful brands that stand out and thrive. David inspires business professionals through his keynote talks on a wide range of topics such as how to build a brand with data-driven marketing, digital leadership: growing your online presence, and the psychology behind building professional connections. **David Mitroff, Ph.D.** ([www.DavidMitroff.com](https://www.davidmitroff.com/)) is the Founder and Chief Consultant at Piedmont Avenue Consulting ([www.PiedmontAve.com](https://www.piedmontave.com/)). David questions assumptions, offers creative ideas, and encourages new initiatives from strategy through implementation. David’s wealth of knowledge is transferred to clients leading to heightened sales, increased customer experiences, and enhanced relationship building techniques. David has an extensive educational background, in addition to professional sales training, which includes a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with coursework in Business Administration, Legal Studies, and Marketing, providing a foundation for excellent critical and analytical thinking, business strategy, relationship building, and networking. Piedmont Avenue Consulting helps hospitality businesses grow through strategic consulting, operational expertise, and innovative marketing solutions. Our [Hospitality Consulting](https://piedmontave.com/hospitality/) services support hotels, restaurants, bars, resorts, and hospitality brands with customized strategies designed to improve operations, enhance guest experiences, increase profitability, and drive long-term growth. Through our [Boutique Hotel Consulting services](https://piedmontave.com/boutique-hotel-consulting/), we help independent hotels and hospitality properties strengthen their market positioning, optimize revenue opportunities, and create memorable guest experiences. Our [Restaurant Concept Development services](https://piedmontave.com/restaurant-concept-development/) assist restaurateurs and hospitality entrepreneurs with concept creation, branding, menu strategy, customer experience design, and operational planning to build successful and scalable dining concepts. In addition, our [Bar Program Consulting services](https://piedmontave.com/bar-program-consulting/) help bars, restaurants, hotels, and hospitality venues develop profitable beverage programs through cocktail menu development, beverage strategy, staff training, and operational optimization. Whether launching a new venture, repositioning an existing property, or expanding operations, Piedmont Avenue Consulting provides the expertise and industry insight needed to help hospitality businesses thrive in today's competitive marketplace. Contact us at [www.PiedmontAve.com](http://www.piedmontave.com/), and let’s create a customized plan to elevate your business success. Throughout his career, Dr. Mitroff has served as an instructor for several reputable colleges such as the University of California at Berkeley, in addition to being a featured media expert for NBC, ABC, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Inc. Magazine, Washington Post, Hospitality Technology, Hospitality Net and more. David has also written books on[ Online Business Growth Strategies](https://davidmitroff.com/marketing-book/), [Law Firm Business Growth Strategies](https://piedmontave.com/law-firm-business-growth-strategies/), [The Event Effect](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beers-and-biotech-at-curry-pizza-house-south-san-francisco-may-21-2026-tickets-1988643270555?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), and more! If you're looking for a business consultant, keynote speaker, executive coach, or marketing expert, schedule a FREE call with David Mitroff Ph.D. to get started! RSVP Now for FREE Early Bird Tickets while available. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com](https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** [The Professional Connector](http://www.professionalconnector.com/). A vision of [Piedmont Avenue Consulting, Inc.](http://www.piedmontave.com/) We organize and promote hundreds of Bay Area business networking and social mixers to specifically target Business Strategies and Small Medium Business Enterprises and provide industry professionals with a chance to make new business and personal connections, build their network, find new clients, and expand their business. We bring the SF Bay Area working community together and strive to promote positive business relationships. **Frequently Asked Questions** **Why Attend?** Looking to expand your professional network in the Bay Area entrepreneurial and business community? Our Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour is the perfect place to meet founders, entrepreneurs, investors, creatives, marketers, and professionals from a wide range of industries. Exchange ideas, build meaningful connections, discover new opportunities, and stay connected with what’s happening in the local business scene — all in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. **Who Usually Attends?** Our events attract a diverse mix of professionals, including entrepreneurs, investors, consultants, marketers, recruiters, business owners, and creatives. Attendance can range from intimate gatherings to larger mixers with hundreds of attendees. No matter the size, the environment is always friendly, social, and easy to network in. Event hosts will also be available throughout the evening to help introduce guests and keep conversations flowing. **What Should I Bring?** Bring business cards and be ready to share your LinkedIn profile or contact information. Networking events move quickly, so having an easy way to connect after the event helps turn conversations into lasting professional relationships. **Is There a Dress Code?** Business casual is recommended. Whether you’re coming from work or meeting friends afterward, we encourage attendees to dress polished and professional. Photos and videos may be taken during the event, so it’s a great opportunity to make a strong impression. **What’s on the Menu?** Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and beverages available throughout the evening at **InterContinental San Francisco by IHG**. Sip, unwind, and connect in a stylish atmosphere while enjoying drinks designed to elevate your networking experience. **Want to Expand Your Network?** Whether you’re looking for new partnerships, career opportunities, business ideas, clients, or simply a fun and productive way to spend your evening, this mixer is designed to help you connect with ambitious and like-minded professionals. Invite your colleagues, friends, or team members and join us for an evening of networking, conversations, and community at Hotel Spero Bar Esper San Francisco. RSVP Now for FREE Early Bird Tickets while available. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com](https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!***

House of Prime Rib

Let's start the week out right. Yes, this is an early dinner; Please be on time so that we may be seated as a group. **Standard Etiquette for meetup RSVPing:** Before RSVPing check your schedule, if you are sure you can attend, will manage your attendance, and will check comments and DMs for updates-this includes WAITLIST attendees then RSVP. If you find you are unable to go, communicate with the event host in time to fill your seat. For this event, no later than Friday, August 14th please. Thank you. This is an early dinner @ 5:30 PM, please be ON TIME for the event. **Courtesy of Google AI Overview:** "[HOUSE OF PRIME RIB](https://www.houseofprimerib.net/) is an iconic, 1949-founded San Francisco institution on Van Ness Avenue, specializing in 21-day aged prime rib carved tableside from silver carts. Known for its English-style decor, fireplaces, and cozy atmosphere, it offers a consistent, classic dining experience that is extremely popular and requires reservations well in advance. Owned for decades by the late Joe Betz, it remains a beloved, consistent destination for special occasions and, according to critics and patrons alike, offers high-quality, traditional dining." **Administrative Trivia** Attire is Office Casual, jeans and sneakers allowed. Dinner pricing averages $100 per person which covers individual meal, tax (8.625%, tip 20%, mandate if applicable). Dessert and drinks are extra and will increase the total due for the individual. Each diner is fully responsible for the total cost of what they order. Calculate each item then take x1.35=what is due. Due to restaurant policy there will be **one singular bill and form of payment**. Deposit will be applied towards the balance due, be prepared to pay the organizer by Cash, Venmo, AppleCash, Zelle. **Parking and Transportation** Due to the popularity of this restaurant, table time is limited. Allow yourself ample time to park and please be on time for this event. Located at 1906 Van Ness Avenue, neighborhood street parking is available. Valet Parking $25 Accessible to Public Transportation: Muni 49, Muni 1, Golden Gate Transit, Stop at Van Ness & Clay.

Summer Potluck

Lunch: Piccino Presidio (Table for 6)

[Piccino Presidio](https://www.piccinopresidio.com/) offers a seasonally driven menu with bright & fresh antipasti, hand tossed pizza, homemade pasta, mouthwatering entrées, a curated wine selection, and craft cocktails from the bar. We source local and sustainable ingredients from our own farm in Healdsburg, California and other hyper-local farmers and producers. Afterwards, we can walk off the calories through the Presidio. **Administrative Trivia** Typical plates average $25. Known for their hyper-local freshly inspired dishes. August 2026 Lunch [Menu](https://www.piccinopresidio.com/s/080126Presidio-Lunch.pdf) **Taxes and Fees** Dining in San Francisco has a sales tax (8.625%) and possibly an employee health mandate (5%), a tip (20%) may be automatically added because of the size of our party, even on individual bills. I usually add \~35% to each raw bill adding individual dishes, which should include all of these, and round final payment to the closest dollar. Please bring cash, Apple Cash, or use Zelle. **Parking and Transportation** Muni: 43, 45 (Lyon St & Greenwich St) If driving, suggestion from the establishment: To access the garage: Enter the Presidio from the Lombard gate, take your first right on to Lombard Dr, pull into the first driveway on your right where you will see a security kiosk, they will direct you to the garage. Once inside the garage there is signage directing you to Piccino. Garage Parking: [One Letterman Drive garage](https://en.parkopedia.com/parking/underground/letterman_digital_arts_center/94129/san_francisco/?arriving=202608042030&leaving=202608042230) (validated for $5) Street Parking possible on Lyon Street and metered max 2 hours.

August Test Kitchen

Cooks! The August Test Kitchen is happening on Sunday the 16th in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley neighborhood. This month’s optional Test Kitchen challenge is a culinary love letter to San Francisco. Celebrate the city by making a dish invented here, named after a San Francisco landmark or person, inspired by a local restaurant, or otherwise tied to the City by the Bay. We’re talking cioppino, chicken tetrazzini, Zante's Indian Pizza, Crab Louie, Green Goddess pasta salad, It’s-It ice cream sandwiches, chop suey or any other edible tribute to San Francisco’s rich culinary history. As always, this is a *test kitchen*, not a potluck. The goal is experimentation. Make something you’ve never made before, something ambitious, weird, technically challenging, or simply too intriguing to ignore. Maybe your cioppino sings with the flavors of Fisherman’s Wharf. Maybe your Green Goddess Pasta Salad separates into a tragic puddle of herbs, noodles, and regret. “Always bring it to the table!” We celebrate both triumphs and disasters, because every failure teaches us something—and makes for a good story over dinner. Please post your dish at least two weeks before the Test Kitchen. Head to the event’s comments section and let the other cooks know what you’re planning to make, and collectively we’ll assemble a delicious tribute to San Francisco. Bring your culinary curiosity, appetite, and favorite bit of San Francisco food lore! **Previously at the Test Kitchen** June's Queer Icons Test Kitchen was a celebration of camp, creativity, and seriously good food. From Andrew's handmade Father Figure sausages and Jun's dazzling Liza Minnelli salmon sushi to Brian's creamy Tomato Bisque inspired by Whitney Houston, Varun's Pink Pony Pasta, Jason's Miss Piggy beet and goat cheese tarts, Vin's retro Phyllis Diller casserole, Dolly Parton-inspired desserts from Chris and Gary, and Jon's tribute to *The Watermelon Woman*, every dish honored a queer icon with imagination and flavor. Another unforgettable night of experimentation—exactly what Test Kitchen is all about! **Check out pics from this and other past Test Kitchens on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gay_mens_test_kitchen_?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr).**

(Retry) Early Dinner: Gold Bar Whiskey Distillery with Sunset DJ (Table for 8)

We had to refactor because of a festival was setting up and the Distillery closed unknown to me. So we are trying again with cocktails and small bites at 4pm. Join us for an Early Dinner with a view at Treasure Island. At 5pm Sunset DJ at the Gold Bar Distillery (Every Sunday). Open seating. **I already have 8 EventBrite tickets for this.** Truly a one-of-a-kind experience, the Gold Bar Whiskey Distillery is located in the historic former Pan-Am Airport terminal, originally built in the late 1930s. Steeped in rich history, the space has been transformed into a stunning Art Deco-inspired Distillery and Tasting room - a tribute to the elegance and glamour of a 1930s jazz lounge. Located on Treasure Island, the Distillery offers sweeping views of the Bay Bridge, the San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz, and the Golden Gate Bridge - with some of the most breathtaking sunsets in the Bay Area. Join us for a whiskey flight, an immersive cocktail class, a handcrafted cocktail, gourmet coffee or a bite from their delicious food offerings. **Administrative Trivia** Typical cocktails and plates average $20. Beverage [Menu](https://drive.google.com/file/d/19jXXGhxPi6nzXgHrG2Owp_gUZJ3mTo2z/view) Food [Menu](https://drive.google.com/file/d/19jXXGhxPi6nzXgHrG2Owp_gUZJ3mTo2z/view) **Taxes and Fees** Dining in San Francisco has a sales tax (8.625%) and possibly an employee health mandate (5%), a tip (20%) may be automatically added because of the size of our party, even on individual bills. I usually add \~35% to each raw bill adding individual dishes, which should include all of these, and round final payment to the closest dollar. Please bring cash, Apple Cash, or use Zelle. If you wish to schedule a Local Whiskey Cocktail Class or a GIN Cocktail Class let me know. **Parking and Transportation** Muni: 25 Treasure Island (Sales Force Transit Center Bay 29 <-> Clipper Cove Way & Treasure Island Rd) Ferry: [Treasure Island Ferry Service](https://sanfranciscobayferry.com/treasure-island-ferry-service/) Lot parking: Facility has a parking lot