Inner Mission Neighborhood (94103 & 94110) (9c)
The Inner Mission is the neighborhood found roughly between 101 to the north, 30th St and Cesar Chavez to the south, San Jose and Valencia to the west and Potrero and 101 to the east. It is a hip neighborhood known for its multicultural restaurants and entertaining night life. It is undergoing many changes as there has been a revitalized housing and lots of new restaurants and businesses. This has led to an increase in rents and a conflict between the old inexpensive mom and pop shops v the new high rent expensive flagship restaurants and bars. There are a few alleys filled with beautiful street art murals. This area also has two BART station stops one at 16th St and one at 24th St. It also offers easy access to 101 and the South Bay.
Franklin Square is a 5.6 acre park with an artificial turf soccer field with lights, playground, sand play area and picnic area. It is located at 16th St and Bryant. Review Yelp.
San Francisco General Hospital is located at 1001 Potrero Avenue between 22nd and 23rd St.
San Francisco Public Library Mission Branch is located at 300 Bartlett St between 24th and 25th St.
The Inner Mission has great restaurants including:
Abbot's Cellar offers a true beer and wine pairing menu. They are known for their bone marrow which is sealed with house-made pastrami lids, their generous pork chops, and Yellow Fin potato gnoocchi. They are located at 742 Valencia St. between18th and 19th St. and open for dinner daily. (415) 626-8700. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Bauer, SFGate/Bennett, and Yelp. For Reservations (Note scroll down).
Bar Tartine offers an Eastern European influenced menu with many pickled items, baked breads, and blood sausage. If you go there be sure to try their smoked brisket, blood sausage and langos (a fried potato bread topped with sour cream, garlic and scallions). Their best dessert is their farmer's cheese cake. They are open Tuesday through Sunday and for brunch on Saturday and Sunday. They are located at 561 Valencia St between 16th and 17th St (415) 487-1600. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Beretta offers Italian fare, some of the best cocktails in the City, pizza and light fare, all reasonably priced. If you go there definitely try their broccolini. They are located at 1199 Valencia St. between 22nd and 23rd St. (415) 695-1199. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, SFGate/Duggan, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. Reservation requests are accepted by phone or email for 6 or more.
Boogaloos offers diner style breakfasts that draw crowds of people on the weekends. They are located at 3296 22nd Street between Bartlett and Valencia St. (415) 824-4088. Reviews: Google/Zagat, and Yelp.
Commonwealth has progressive dishes that have been described as having the appearance of avant-garde paintings with the flavors to match. They are located at 2224 Mission St between 18th and 19th St, (415) 355-1500. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Dianda's Italian American Pastry is known for their St. Honore and Italian rum cakes. They are located at 2883 Mission St near 24th and 25th St. (415) 647-5469. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Wach, TripAdvisor, and Yelp.
Dosa on Valencia is a great southern Indian restaurant which specializes in dosas which are similar to a stuffed crepe and serves a great cocktail. They are located at 995 Valencia near 21st St. (415) 642-3672. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Dynamo Donut and Coffee is a gourmet doughnut shop located at 2760 24th St. between York and Hampshire St. (415) 920-1978. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp. To order for an event prior to 48 hours.
Flour + Water offers soul food Italian creations from Chef Thomas McNaughton. They are located at 2401 Harrison St. between 20th and 21st St. (415) 826-7000. Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Foreign Cinema offers movie themed cocktails, Mediterranean Californian inspired cuisine, with a fresh take on traditional fare including eggs, and an opportunity to watch a featured film while enjoying your meal. They are located at 2534 Mission St. near 21st St. (415) 648-7600. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Hu, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Garcon offers French Cuisine especially their French onion soup, mussels and floating island. They are located at 1101 Valencia between 22nd St and 23rd St. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Gracias Madre offers vegan organic Mexican cuisine. They are located at 2211 Mission St. between 18th and 19th St. (415) 683-1346. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bonne, and Yelp.
Hogs and Rocks offers fantastic whiskey cocktails, ham and oysters. They have an oyster special on Sunday days that shouldn't be missed. They are located at 3431 19th St. (415) 550-8627. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Humphry Stocombe Ice Cream features Jake Godby's unconventional flavor combinations. They are located at 2790 A Harrison St at 24th St. (415) 550-6971. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Knead Patisserie is a patisserie located at 3111 24th St. between Folsom St & Shotwell St. (415) 655-3024 Reviews: Google and Yelp.
La Palma Mexicatessen was established in 1953 and captures the best of the Mission's traditional Latin American flavors. They are located at 2884 24th St. between Florida and Bryant St. (415) 647-1500. Reviews: Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp.
La Taqueria provides Mexican food at very reasonable prices and has some of the best tacos around but word of warning it is cash only. They are located at 2889 Mission St between 24th and 25th St. (415) 285-7117. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, TripAdvisor, and Yelp.
La Victoria Panaderia is a bakery located at 2937 24th St between Florida and Alabama St. (415) 642-7120. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Limon Rotisserie offers Peruvian cuisine and is known for their rotisserie chicken and grilled hangar steak. They are located at 1001 S Van Ness Ave. between 21st and 22nd St. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Lee, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. For Reservation.
Locanda has rustic Roman dishes. They are located at 557 Valencia St between 16th and 17th St. (415) 863-6800. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Duggan, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Lucca Ravioli Co. is a traditional Italian deli and market that has been in San Francisco for over 80 years and is known for their house made ravioli. They are located at 1100 Valencia St at 22nd St. (415) 647-5581. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Mission Chinese is known for their unique Chinese cuisine with a french influence. Their kung pao pastrami, lamb noodle soup, salt cod fried rice, and warm egg custard with chicken confit are some menu highlights. Note although this restaurant is known for their exceptional food, it is not the cleanest of establishments. They are located at 2234 Mission St at 18th St within the Lung Shan Restaurant. Be sure to get the Mission Chinese Menu. (415) 863-2800. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp.
Mosto Tequila boasts hundreds of varieties of mezcal and Tequila. They are located at 741 Valencia St. near 19th St. (415) 626-1344. Reviews: SFGate/Hu and Yelp.
Nihon Whiskey House has the largest single malt selection on the West coast with over 500 selections. It also has Japanese cuisine and is located at 1779 Folsom Street. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Bonne, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Pal's Takeaway is known for their handmade sandwiches and salad. They are located in Tony's Market at 2751 24th St. near Hampshire. (415) 203-4911. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Philz Coffee offers some of the best coffee around. They are located at 3101 24th St at Folsom (415) 875-9370. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Regalito Rosticeria is a restaurant dedicated to bringing authentic Mexican Market food to San Francisco. They are located at 3481 18th St between Lexington and Valencia (415) 503-0650. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Duggan, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Roosevelt Tamale Parlor offers traditional Latin American cuisine. They are located at 2817 24th St, between Bryant and York St. (415) 824-2600. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Bauer, TripAdvisor, and Yelp.
Roxy's Cafe offers a variety of Asian, Italian and South American flavors from Venezuela. There is a chef's choice menu and a 10 course tasting menu. They are located at 2847 Mission St between 24th St and 25th St. (415) 371-1185. Reviews: SFGate/Bauer and Yelp. Reservations accepted by text only.
Stable Cafe offers casual fare. They are located at 2128 Folsom St between 17th and 18th St (415) 552-1199. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp.
Tacolicious provides farm fresh Mexican inspired dishes. They are located at 741 Valencia St. near 19th St. (415) 626-1344. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp.
Taqueria La Cumbre claims to be the birthplace of the iconic Mission-style burrito. They are located at 515 Valencia St. near 16th St. (415) 863-8205. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp.
Three Babes Bakeshop offers tasty pies. They are located at 2128 Folsom St. inside the Stable Cafe. (415) 742-0484. Review: Yelp.
Trick Dog is a bar specializing in cocktails, but serving food and known for their fernet and cocoa nib ice cream. They are located at 3010 20th St near Florida. (415) 471-2999. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Lucchesi, and Yelp.
Udupi Palace provides South Indian cuisine. They are located at 1007 Valencia St near 21st St. (415) 970-8000. Reviews: Google/Zagat SFGate/Tunks and Yelp.
Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen is a brick and mortar delicatessen. They are located at 3150 24th St at Shotwell St. (415) 787-3354. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp.
Churches and Religious Buildings:
The Episcopal Church of St Johns is an Episcopal Church located at 110 Julian Avenue and 15th St.
Jehovah's Witnesses is located at 1342 Alabama Street near 25th St.
Schools:
Aim High Academy (6-8) is located at 2030 Harrison St between 16th St and Treat Ave. Review: Yelp.
Buena Vista/Horace Mann (K-8) is a public school located at 3351 23rd Street between Valencia and Bartlett St. SFUSD Info. Reviews: Google, Greatschools Rated 3 in 2012 and Yelp.
George R Moscone Elementary School (K-5) is a public elementary school located at 2576 Harrison Street between 21st and 22nd St. SFUSD Info. Reviews: Greatschools Rated 5 in 2012 and Yelp.
Marshall Elementary School (K-5) is a Spanish immersion public elementary school located in the heart of the Inner Mission at 1575 15th Street. SFUSD Info. Reviews: Greatschools Rated 3 in 2012 and Yelp.
St. James School (K-8) is a private Roman Catholic elementary and junior high school located at 321 Fair Oaks St. between 24th and 25th St. Reviews Greatschools and Yelp.
St Peters (K-8) is a private coed Roman Catholic affiliated school located at 1266 Florida St. between 24th and 25th St. Reviews: Google, Greatschools and Yelp.
San Francisco International High School (9-12) is located at 1050 York St. SFUSD Info. Reviews: Greatschools Rated 2 in 2012.
Synergy Elementary School (K-8) is a private nonsectarian private school located at 1387 Valencia between 24th and 25th St. Reviews: Greatschools and Yelp.
Inner Mission's Walk Score 90 in 2012
Additional Mission Neighborhood and Blog Information from StreetAdvisor Ranked 48th best Neighborhood in SF in 2012
Mission NabeWise Archived Schools and Stats
Mission San Francisco Demographic Neighborhood Statistical Information from the 2009 Census
Franklin Square is a 5.6 acre park with an artificial turf soccer field with lights, playground, sand play area and picnic area. It is located at 16th St and Bryant. Review Yelp.
San Francisco General Hospital is located at 1001 Potrero Avenue between 22nd and 23rd St.
San Francisco Public Library Mission Branch is located at 300 Bartlett St between 24th and 25th St.
The Inner Mission has great restaurants including:
Abbot's Cellar offers a true beer and wine pairing menu. They are known for their bone marrow which is sealed with house-made pastrami lids, their generous pork chops, and Yellow Fin potato gnoocchi. They are located at 742 Valencia St. between18th and 19th St. and open for dinner daily. (415) 626-8700. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Bauer, SFGate/Bennett, and Yelp. For Reservations (Note scroll down).
Bar Tartine offers an Eastern European influenced menu with many pickled items, baked breads, and blood sausage. If you go there be sure to try their smoked brisket, blood sausage and langos (a fried potato bread topped with sour cream, garlic and scallions). Their best dessert is their farmer's cheese cake. They are open Tuesday through Sunday and for brunch on Saturday and Sunday. They are located at 561 Valencia St between 16th and 17th St (415) 487-1600. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Beretta offers Italian fare, some of the best cocktails in the City, pizza and light fare, all reasonably priced. If you go there definitely try their broccolini. They are located at 1199 Valencia St. between 22nd and 23rd St. (415) 695-1199. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, SFGate/Duggan, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. Reservation requests are accepted by phone or email for 6 or more.
Boogaloos offers diner style breakfasts that draw crowds of people on the weekends. They are located at 3296 22nd Street between Bartlett and Valencia St. (415) 824-4088. Reviews: Google/Zagat, and Yelp.
Commonwealth has progressive dishes that have been described as having the appearance of avant-garde paintings with the flavors to match. They are located at 2224 Mission St between 18th and 19th St, (415) 355-1500. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Dianda's Italian American Pastry is known for their St. Honore and Italian rum cakes. They are located at 2883 Mission St near 24th and 25th St. (415) 647-5469. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Wach, TripAdvisor, and Yelp.
Dosa on Valencia is a great southern Indian restaurant which specializes in dosas which are similar to a stuffed crepe and serves a great cocktail. They are located at 995 Valencia near 21st St. (415) 642-3672. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Dynamo Donut and Coffee is a gourmet doughnut shop located at 2760 24th St. between York and Hampshire St. (415) 920-1978. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp. To order for an event prior to 48 hours.
Flour + Water offers soul food Italian creations from Chef Thomas McNaughton. They are located at 2401 Harrison St. between 20th and 21st St. (415) 826-7000. Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Foreign Cinema offers movie themed cocktails, Mediterranean Californian inspired cuisine, with a fresh take on traditional fare including eggs, and an opportunity to watch a featured film while enjoying your meal. They are located at 2534 Mission St. near 21st St. (415) 648-7600. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Hu, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Garcon offers French Cuisine especially their French onion soup, mussels and floating island. They are located at 1101 Valencia between 22nd St and 23rd St. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Gracias Madre offers vegan organic Mexican cuisine. They are located at 2211 Mission St. between 18th and 19th St. (415) 683-1346. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bonne, and Yelp.
Hogs and Rocks offers fantastic whiskey cocktails, ham and oysters. They have an oyster special on Sunday days that shouldn't be missed. They are located at 3431 19th St. (415) 550-8627. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Humphry Stocombe Ice Cream features Jake Godby's unconventional flavor combinations. They are located at 2790 A Harrison St at 24th St. (415) 550-6971. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Knead Patisserie is a patisserie located at 3111 24th St. between Folsom St & Shotwell St. (415) 655-3024 Reviews: Google and Yelp.
La Palma Mexicatessen was established in 1953 and captures the best of the Mission's traditional Latin American flavors. They are located at 2884 24th St. between Florida and Bryant St. (415) 647-1500. Reviews: Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp.
La Taqueria provides Mexican food at very reasonable prices and has some of the best tacos around but word of warning it is cash only. They are located at 2889 Mission St between 24th and 25th St. (415) 285-7117. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, TripAdvisor, and Yelp.
La Victoria Panaderia is a bakery located at 2937 24th St between Florida and Alabama St. (415) 642-7120. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Limon Rotisserie offers Peruvian cuisine and is known for their rotisserie chicken and grilled hangar steak. They are located at 1001 S Van Ness Ave. between 21st and 22nd St. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Lee, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. For Reservation.
Locanda has rustic Roman dishes. They are located at 557 Valencia St between 16th and 17th St. (415) 863-6800. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Duggan, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Lucca Ravioli Co. is a traditional Italian deli and market that has been in San Francisco for over 80 years and is known for their house made ravioli. They are located at 1100 Valencia St at 22nd St. (415) 647-5581. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Mission Chinese is known for their unique Chinese cuisine with a french influence. Their kung pao pastrami, lamb noodle soup, salt cod fried rice, and warm egg custard with chicken confit are some menu highlights. Note although this restaurant is known for their exceptional food, it is not the cleanest of establishments. They are located at 2234 Mission St at 18th St within the Lung Shan Restaurant. Be sure to get the Mission Chinese Menu. (415) 863-2800. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Bauer, and Yelp.
Mosto Tequila boasts hundreds of varieties of mezcal and Tequila. They are located at 741 Valencia St. near 19th St. (415) 626-1344. Reviews: SFGate/Hu and Yelp.
Nihon Whiskey House has the largest single malt selection on the West coast with over 500 selections. It also has Japanese cuisine and is located at 1779 Folsom Street. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Bonne, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Pal's Takeaway is known for their handmade sandwiches and salad. They are located in Tony's Market at 2751 24th St. near Hampshire. (415) 203-4911. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Philz Coffee offers some of the best coffee around. They are located at 3101 24th St at Folsom (415) 875-9370. Reviews: Google and Yelp.
Regalito Rosticeria is a restaurant dedicated to bringing authentic Mexican Market food to San Francisco. They are located at 3481 18th St between Lexington and Valencia (415) 503-0650. Reviews: Google/Zagat, SFGate/Duggan, and Yelp. For Reservations.
Roosevelt Tamale Parlor offers traditional Latin American cuisine. They are located at 2817 24th St, between Bryant and York St. (415) 824-2600. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Bauer, TripAdvisor, and Yelp.
Roxy's Cafe offers a variety of Asian, Italian and South American flavors from Venezuela. There is a chef's choice menu and a 10 course tasting menu. They are located at 2847 Mission St between 24th St and 25th St. (415) 371-1185. Reviews: SFGate/Bauer and Yelp. Reservations accepted by text only.
Stable Cafe offers casual fare. They are located at 2128 Folsom St between 17th and 18th St (415) 552-1199. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp.
Tacolicious provides farm fresh Mexican inspired dishes. They are located at 741 Valencia St. near 19th St. (415) 626-1344. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp.
Taqueria La Cumbre claims to be the birthplace of the iconic Mission-style burrito. They are located at 515 Valencia St. near 16th St. (415) 863-8205. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp.
Three Babes Bakeshop offers tasty pies. They are located at 2128 Folsom St. inside the Stable Cafe. (415) 742-0484. Review: Yelp.
Trick Dog is a bar specializing in cocktails, but serving food and known for their fernet and cocoa nib ice cream. They are located at 3010 20th St near Florida. (415) 471-2999. Reviews: Google, SFGate/Lucchesi, and Yelp.
Udupi Palace provides South Indian cuisine. They are located at 1007 Valencia St near 21st St. (415) 970-8000. Reviews: Google/Zagat SFGate/Tunks and Yelp.
Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen is a brick and mortar delicatessen. They are located at 3150 24th St at Shotwell St. (415) 787-3354. Reviews: Google/Zagat and Yelp.
Churches and Religious Buildings:
The Episcopal Church of St Johns is an Episcopal Church located at 110 Julian Avenue and 15th St.
Jehovah's Witnesses is located at 1342 Alabama Street near 25th St.
Schools:
Aim High Academy (6-8) is located at 2030 Harrison St between 16th St and Treat Ave. Review: Yelp.
Buena Vista/Horace Mann (K-8) is a public school located at 3351 23rd Street between Valencia and Bartlett St. SFUSD Info. Reviews: Google, Greatschools Rated 3 in 2012 and Yelp.
George R Moscone Elementary School (K-5) is a public elementary school located at 2576 Harrison Street between 21st and 22nd St. SFUSD Info. Reviews: Greatschools Rated 5 in 2012 and Yelp.
Marshall Elementary School (K-5) is a Spanish immersion public elementary school located in the heart of the Inner Mission at 1575 15th Street. SFUSD Info. Reviews: Greatschools Rated 3 in 2012 and Yelp.
St. James School (K-8) is a private Roman Catholic elementary and junior high school located at 321 Fair Oaks St. between 24th and 25th St. Reviews Greatschools and Yelp.
St Peters (K-8) is a private coed Roman Catholic affiliated school located at 1266 Florida St. between 24th and 25th St. Reviews: Google, Greatschools and Yelp.
San Francisco International High School (9-12) is located at 1050 York St. SFUSD Info. Reviews: Greatschools Rated 2 in 2012.
Synergy Elementary School (K-8) is a private nonsectarian private school located at 1387 Valencia between 24th and 25th St. Reviews: Greatschools and Yelp.
Inner Mission's Walk Score 90 in 2012
Additional Mission Neighborhood and Blog Information from StreetAdvisor Ranked 48th best Neighborhood in SF in 2012
Mission NabeWise Archived Schools and Stats
Mission San Francisco Demographic Neighborhood Statistical Information from the 2009 Census