Cozy local Italian spot that is close to our first apartment together! And more importantly, walking distance from the hotels and venue.

Lauren’s fave: Spaghetti alla Carbonara
Mike’s fave: Lasagne al Forno

Popular spot in Chinatown that is good for large groups! Snag a reservation on Open Table ahead of time.

Lauren recommends: Dutch Crunch Pork Buns
Mike recommends: XLB Soup Dumplings

Wood-fired pizzas, salads, amazing wine selection.

Lauren + Mike’s order: Margherita pizza, meatballs, little gem caesar, two glasses of red.

This is the place that changed Lauren’s mind about oysters. Even if you don’t like oysters, go here. Amazing clam chowder, grilled cheese, and other seafood.

Hard to get a reservation but sometimes a last minute spot opens up. A San Francisco institution and worth the hype.

The correct order: City cut and a dirty martini

Popular greek spot known for their salads, wraps, and frozen yogurt. Great spot for lunch!

Lauren’s go-to: Sweet potato salad + frozen greek yogurt w/ sour cherry syrup
Mike’s go-to: Roasted chicken salad

San Francisco is famous for its tiki bars and this is our favorite one in the world. Mike has had every drink on the menu and the bar manager knows him by name.

Lauren recommends: Mai Tai
Mike recommends: Jungle Bird

aka PCH. Once won an award for ‘Best American Cocktail Bar’ and we are inclined to agree.

Lauren’s pick: Leeward Negroni
Mike’s pick: Miso Old Fashioned

Maybe the best kept secret in San Francisco. Great classic cocktails and feels like you stepped into the 1930s.

Lauren’s order: Clover Club
Mike’s order: 100 Reasons Rye

We had our first date here! Another great classic cocktail bar with good atmosphere and live music after 8 - located in a North Beach.

Lauren’s order: Cherry Bounce
Mike’s order: Mint Julep

A piece of San Francisco history. Jack Kerouac & Allen Ginsberg used to drink here.

Lauren & Mike’s rec: Fort Point KSA + a Fernet

Jungle. Crashed plane. Strong drinks. Take heed!

Lauren’s fave: Kali Maa’s Doom
Mike’s fave: Last Rites