SAMOVAR TEA LOUNGE | 730 Howard St, Upper Terrace
Moorish Tea Service (via Yelp)
Just a hop up on the Howard Street terrace is Samovar Tea Lounge. Samovar is not only known for the exceptional teas but also for their international menu of lunch dishes and desserts. Tucked away above the Martin Luther King Waterfall creates a very peaceful atmosphere to enjoy an indoor or outdoor meal.
THE GROVE YERBA BUENA | 690 Mission St
Dining area (via Hoppit)
Financial district professionals take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life to enjoy a nice, hearty meal at The Grove Yerba Buena. Once you step in, you’ll feel as if you’ve taken a trip to a ski town. The chicken pot pie is the best seller but they do have vegetarian options. The Grove is the perfect place for attendees to meet up, settle around good food, and just chit chat!
METREON FOOD COURT | 135 4th St
Metreon on 4th and Mission (via SF Examiner)
The newly revamped Metreon Mall has experienced a rise in foot traffic of both visitors and locals in the past couple of months. Besides the much anticipated addition of City Target, the impressive selection at the food court will satisfy whatever your cravings. A quick walk up Mission Street will bring you to the four-story 350,000 square foot shopping center. Full list of dining options here.
Coriander Gourmet Thai (via Foodspotting)
Craving some flavors of Asia? Don’t miss out on Freshroll Vietnamese Rolls & Bowls, Inay Filipino Kitchen, Sanraku Japanese Cuisine, and Sorabol Korean BBQ + Asian Noodles.
Some of the selection at La Boulange (via Beyond the Creek)
With locations all around SF, La Boulange brings a little piece of France into our neighborhoods. Dine here for delicious open faced sandwiches, fresh salads, delicious pastries, and bowls – not just cups – of coffee.
Voted the best burger in San Francisco (via Super Duper)
Super Duper Burgers is exactly how it sounds – super duper. Fast food style burgers made with 100% Niman Ranch all natural beef or opt for an organic Veggie burger. All shakes and cones are made with organic Straus cream. You can also accompany your meal with beer on tap or a glass of wine.
Macaron ice cream sandwiches from Cako Creamery (via Yelp)
It’s always a good time for dessert! After enjoying your lunch stop by Cako Creamery for a selection of yummy desserts ranging from ice cream, push pops, and macarons.
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As a city known for its endless options food options for every palette, we hope you’re ready to get your grub on. And if you haven’t yet, it’s not too late to register for TYPO Contrast!
