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[Brunch] Che Fico - Table for Six

[Brunch] Che Fico - Table for Six

Sat, Oct 31, 7:00 PM
From San Francisco Foodies
4.8

Che Fico just reopened from a fire, let’s welcome them back. I’ll post more information.. but generally cost is under $30 for an entrée, alcohol purchases can greatly increase this estimate. Menu is light for brunch. They are an Italian restaurant.

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TGSF - End of Month Get-Together - In Person

TGSF - End of Month Get-Together - In Person

Fri, Oct 30, 2:00 AM
From TGSF - Transgender San Francisco
4.8

**Welcome** *ALL* trans, non-binary, gnc (Gender non-confirming), intersex, people sincerely questioning a transgender path, other friendly queers, and allies! TGSF gets together in person, at least once a month, generally on the last Thursday of the month. This is our **HALLOWEEN** meeting. Feel free to wear anything that makes you feel good (please be sure it's legal :) This is our monthly **in person** event! When we get together, feel free to continue to wear masks, and if that’s part of the rules at the time, then we’ll all wear them! **Our "NEW VENUE"!** We will meet at **Taqueria San Jose,** which is the name of our old venue, but they moved across the street! So, same time, same name, but now at 2839 Mission St, across Mission Street, from Taqueria Los Altos. - Sorry for any confusion. It's good to buy food here to support them, but **food is optional**. (Meat will undoubtedly be eaten by someone at the restaurant. If you'd like to help organize vegan, or non-food events, please contact TGSF via \*[TGSF.org@proton.me*](http://TGSF.org@proton.me*) !) TGSF usually has an End of Month dinner/gathering on the **last Thursday of each month**, except: * **March**, we attend **TDoV** (Transgender Day of Visibility) - [http://TDoV.org/](http://TDoV.org/) * **June**, we attend **Trans March** - [http://TransMarch.org/](http://TransMarch.org/) \- You really must experience this event\! * **November 20**, we attend **TDoR** (Transgender Day of Remembrance) - [http://TDoRSF.org/](http://TDoRSF.org/) * **December**, we'll meet before the traditional winter holidays – **Details to be announced.** * (If another trans/gnc-related event is important to support, it will be substituted for that month's gathering.) We try to keep the Meetup [http://www.meetup.com/TGSF-Transgender-San-Francisco/](http://www.meetup.com/TGSF-Transgender-San-Francisco/) , but **we need volunteers to do Social Media!** Our Facebook and other Social Media haven't been updated in years. (Yes, **the website, TGSF.org, is still dead**. Eden hopes to have some ideas on how to fix it "soon".) ***Volunteers are always needed!*** We need people to: organize gatherings; to answer the phone messages and emails; for outreach to organizations and media; to organize and carry-out "mutual aid"; etc. Please do NOT use the Meetup, Facebook, or other sites to contact TGSF! Those methods may not be checked for months at a time, if ever. *The best (only realistic) way to contact us is through email, info@TGSF.org .*

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Dinner at Nopa: Table for 6 ($25 Deposit)

Dinner at Nopa: Table for 6 ($25 Deposit)

Thu, Oct 29, 12:30 AM
From San Francisco Foodies
4.8

(Event description written with the help of AI) **Nopa** is a staple of San Francisco’s dining scene, located on the corner of Divisadero and Hayes Streets in the North of Panhandle neighborhood. Known for pioneered farm-to-table dining and vibrant late-night hospitality, it serves thoughtful Californian-Mediterranean cuisine made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. **Chefs & Culinary Ethos** * Chef & Founder: Chef Laurence Jossel co-founded the restaurant in 2006 (along with partners Jeff Hanak and Allyson Jossel) and continues to lead the kitchen. His background includes years at iconic Bay Area kitchens like La Folie, Gary Danko at the Ritz-Carlton, and Kokkari. * Farm-to-Table Focus: Jossel and his culinary team build daily menus around fresh produce picked directly from local Bay Area farmers' markets. * In-House Program: The kitchen emphasizes zero-waste cooking, nose-to-tail whole butchery, and in-house preservation, smoking, and wood-fire techniques. The atmosphere is energetic, social, and warm, making it popular for everything from casual neighborhood gatherings to late-night dinners. The [menus](https://www.nopasf.com/menus) change daily, but include several regular standout dishes: * Nopa Cheeseburger: A San Francisco favorite made from house-ground beef served on a toasted brioche bun with pickled onions, aioli, and hand-cut fries. * Thick-Cut Pork Chop: Consistently praised for being extraordinarily tender and juicy, cooked over live wood fire and paired with seasonal stone fruit or produce. * Ya-ya’s Fried Chicken: The dish features fresh chicken that is buttermilk-brined, Moroccan-spiced, and double-dredged before being fried until extra crispy. **Costs** Small plate starters range from $14-24, and entrees range from $29-45. Food and drinks will be the responsibility of the person(s) who ordered them. No separate checks. Please be prepared to split the check at the event and pay via cash, Venmo, Zelle, or Apple Cash. I will collect the $25 deposit about a week before the event. If you attend the event, the deposit will be deducted from the amount you owe for your meal. Please stay on top of your notifications and messages in Meetup so you don’t miss out on essential communications. **Taxes and Fees** Dining in San Francisco has a sales tax (8.625%). The restaurant charges a mandate of 6% and a mandatory gratuity of 20% for large parties. **Parking and Transportation** Muni 24 to Divisidero & Hayes; 6 to Hayes & Divisidero Limited street parking

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Singles Halloween Dog Walk- East Bay

Singles Halloween Dog Walk- East Bay

Sat, Oct 31, 12:00 AM
From Together: Date & Friends (Singles only)
4.9

A Singles Halloween Walking event in Shoreline Park! Please do wear your costume if you have one. I will be wearing mine. I will let you know a couple of days of what I plan to be so you can tell who I am. **Please park in the shopping center. We can meet near Safeway.** [https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/bay-view-lagoon-loop](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/bay-view-lagoon-loop) 4 miles 26ft Elevation gain 1–1.5hrEstimated time Loop Dog friendly The Bay View and Lagoon Loop is an easy, paved-and-gravel coastal pathway that travels through Shoreline Park on Bay Farm Island. The route skirts the edge of San Francisco Bay before circling a serene inland lagoon. Walkers, runners, cyclists, and families enjoy wide-open shoreline vistas across the water toward the San Francisco skyline, quiet wetland scenery, and ample shorebird-watching opportunities. Main street parking and public access points are located along Aemilius Circle, Maitland Drive, and the surrounding neighborhood streets.

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[Dinner] House of Prime Rib (Table for Eight) ($20 Deposit)

[Dinner] House of Prime Rib (Table for Eight) ($20 Deposit)

Fri, Nov 13, 5:00 AM
From San Francisco Foodies
4.8

**House of Prime Rib** House of Prime Rib opened in 1949 with one mission, one purpose, to serve the best *English style Prime Rib* meal *anywhere*, but only in one place, under one roof, to use a phrase kindly, *Only In San Francisco*. Known for their 21-day aging process, their magnificent service and attention to detail that shows in the perfection of their sides (Long time attendee *Ruth* swears by their *Yorkshire Pudding* and *Pauline* has a *secret menu* item order which is amazing), desserts and every beverage option. *The House of Prime Rib's* wine list is a great tour of classics from local wineries and iconic European vines that could be older than our country. Though they have changed some over these past years, they are what they have always been a destination for *San Franciscans.* I hold this establishment as the best steak in San Francisco, *I would eat here every night if I could*. Besides Prime Rib they also serve a fish dish, which many of my friends swear by, and their salad and sides have made some of my vegetarian friends very happy. Like a great app, their menu's simplicity hides the complexity and painstaking work to create a relaxing and one of a kind experience. On a somber note, no shows will cost San Francisco Foodies, please be conscientious and let *San Francisco Foodies* know if you cannot make this reservation as early as possible, cancellations within 48 hours are considered late. Owner: *Joe Betz* (passed away September 2025), now run by his sons *Michael* and *Steven*. **Menu and Reviews** [House of Prime Rib](https://www.houseofprimerib.net/) [Hosue of Prime Rib (Instagram)](Instagram) **Administrative Trivia** Dinner pricing is around $90 per person for Prime Rib including tax and tip, dessert is extra and drinks can increase this price. *Dress is business smart, comfortable and dashing.* Each diner is responsible for their own orders and costs but we will have to consolidate and divvy up the final bill accordingly. They have a limit of four credit cards per table, cash is preferred. *Transportation to* The House of Prime Rib Muni: 1, 12, 49, *California Cable Car (3 blocks)* Street Parking can be found at 5p, but meters are used until 6p. There are nearby garages ***Valet Parking is available*** *Use the comments for ride sharing* *Photos and history from restaurant web site, review facts from* [House of Prime Rib (Thrillist)](Thrillist) *and many personal experiences.* *#EatSanFrancisco #SanFranciscoFoodies #SFFoodies* *Deposits, Prepays, Donations and Third Party Events* *A deposit is applied to each attendee’s portion of the event (for example dinner) cost or returned to each attendee when they attend. Unexpected extra from individual deposits are returned to each attendee or left as tip, at each attendee's discretion.* *A deposit is to defray hosts’ costs from no-shows and late cancelations; many restaurants charge for each guest missing.* *Prepayments are asked when the venue requires money before an event (such as a dinner) and paid by our event hosts in advance to a third party. Hosts will usually help find someone to cover a person's seat and prepayment, but that is not guaranteed.* *Deposits and prepayments are non-refundable.* We Look Forward to Seeing you at This and Other San Francisco Foodies Events

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First Friday Yappy Hour at Marina Green

First Friday Yappy Hour at Marina Green

Sat, Nov 7, 12:30 AM
From San Francisco Yorkshire Terrier & Dog Friends Meetup Group
4.7

Calling all Dog Lovers in San Francisco! Let your furry friends make new connections, romp around, and have a tail-wagging good time at First Friday Yappy Hour at the western end of Marina Green (where Marina Blvd and Scott St intersect). This is a perfect opportunity to socialize and engage in some dog-friendly activities! Please note that Marina Green is an open and unfenced park (not a fully enclosed off-leash dog park like Francisco was) and that dogs are technically required to be on leash at all times. On the other hand, there is plenty of free parking! Don't miss out on this paws-itively delightful event and create lasting memories with your furry companions. Join us for a delightful time at the First Friday Yappy Hour!

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