HUNGRY? SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA - Pasta blanda

Locals and tourists alike cherish San Francisco for its picturesque charm, diverse culture, and perhaps most of all its food. And why not? Whether you're zig-zagging down Lombard Street or escaping to Alcatraz, it's easy to work up an appetite in the City by the Bay. Unfortunately, San Francisco's high cost of living and thriving tourist industry make it easy to ring up a hefty bill, too. That's why we've created Hungry? San Francisco: The Lowdown on Where the Real People Eat! It doesn t matter if you're a San Francisco native or newcomer our green guide gives you the inside scoop on the best local dining secrets so you can experience all the culinary wonders San Francisco has to offer without breaking the bank.

Looking for affordable places to dine? Want to avoid the hit or miss factor of restaurant hunting? Pick up a copy of Hungry? San Francisco. Organized and cross-referenced by neighborhood, Hungry? San Francisco takes you around town and shows you where to go, even if you have no idea where you are. Catchy tag lines and icons give a quick read for each entry. Indices, maps, and a glossary help you find exactly what you're in the mood for.

Eat like a local: We've brought together dozens of real city-dwellers chefs, teachers, writers, working professionals, actors, single mothers, and more! to share their favorite dining destinations in a single, handy volume.

Avoid tourist traps: Enjoy a loaf of warm sourdough bread on Fisherman's Wharf, or dig into a colossal chocolate sundae in Ghirardelli Square we'll tell you how to navigate San Francisco s most famous tourist destinations without falling into the typical traps.

Know the neighborhoods: Try the top taquerias in the Mission or chow down on the best Neapolitan-style pizzas in North Beach we ll tell you where to go, what the scene is, and even how to get there with the help of public transportation.

Go beyond the restaurants: Whether you're looking for the lowdown on locally grown produce or a crash course in San Francisco slang, our easy-to-read sidebars help you know how to fit in and what to expect.

Get out of town: Hungry? San Francisco also includes sections on the North Bay, Wine Country, East Bay, and Oakland, so you can set foot outside San Francisco city limits and still be in-the-know.