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Perfect Day in Mid Market

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Spend a perfect day at popular spots for fashion, food, and art.Have more Perfect Days in San Francisco

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1. Start your day with a great coffee or an espresso drink from premier spots on Market Street like Spoke Cafe or La Cuisine Café; some of the best coffee in San Francisco is found along this corridor.

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2. Consider taking your coffee to go and stroll through the public art at Trinity Plaza's Piazza Angelo. Among the awe-inspiring sculptures is Venus, which at 92 feet tall is only slightly shorter than the Statue of Liberty.

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3. After an immersive art experience, shop for some wonderful pieces for your wardrobe or home. Mid Market has been a destination for streetwear for more than 50 years. Trendsetters shop SupremeBAIT, Oxford Street, Holy Stitch, Shiekh Shoes, which are all found within a three-block radius from one another and across the street from the UN Skate Plaza.

4. The award-winning UN Skate Plaza on Market Street, with ramps, embankments and edges, is designed by skateboarders and inspired by popular US and international skate spots. Created for novices and pros alike, drop by to work on your kickflip and check out the seasonal free skateboarding classes.

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5. If all that shopping has made you hungry, be sure to head to lunch at celebrated spots such as the award-winning Montesaco Pinersia (don't miss the Roman style pizza known as pinsa) and the Julia Child-loved Tú Lan (she ordered the spring rolls), both of which can be found on the 6th Street corridor.

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6. If you're a cannabis connoisseur, you won't want to miss spots like Moe Greens and Barbary Coast, both of which boast swanky cannabis lounges.

7. If you're looking to brush up on your culinary skills, or just interested in trying something new, don't miss Cookery Skola at Saluhall. Offering classes that teach you how to make everything from gnocchi to English Sunday roast to IKEA's famous Swedish meatballs, they offer fun date night options and seasonal classes too. Also be sure to grab a bite from one of the food hall vendors after class, snap a fun photo in the photobooth, and do a little shopping at the adjacent IKEA store.

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8. Afterwards take a jaunt down to The Mint (also known as The Old Mint), built in the Greek Revival style, it was once home to the U.S. Treasury. It now hosts an assortment of public-facing events, such as a very spooky haunted house in October and a very popular NYE ball; see local event calendars to find out what's happening there soon.

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9. Just around the corner from The Mint, you'll find a great public gathering space and delicious spots to stop for dinner: Mint Plaza. Consider visiting 54 Mint, which is known for its delicious Italian dishes and beautifully crafted cocktails or Burma Love, home of the famous tea leaf salad.

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10. Finish your day with a world-class performance; Mid Market spots include the Golden Gate Theatre and Orpheum Theatre, known to host the latest hot Broadway shows; The Warfield, which features some of the biggest names in music; and The Strand Theater, a beautiful venue that serves as home to American Conservatory Theater, which produces some of the most popular plays in the City. Or if you're looking to laugh, don't miss comedy club The Function.

11. If you have a canine companion, be sure to check out the seasonal Market Street Pack Walks, happening every first Thursday of the month during evening hours, spring through fall. It's a great way to see the neighborhood, garner some free dog training tips, and discover new Market Street businesses as you walk from 8th to 2nd and back.

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12. If seeking a night cap, don't miss the premiere rooftop destinations: Charmaine's at The Proper Hotel and Rise Over Run at The LINE Hotel. Both spots offer sweeping views of the City, beautifully crafted cocktails, and special events like DJ nights.

Getting to Mid Market

Mid Market is named after Market St, a major transit artery in San Francisco. It is widely and easily accessible via BART (Civic Center Station), Muni (Van Ness or Civic Center stations), and dozens of bus lines. 

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About Mid Market

Mid Market is a section of downtown San Francisco, centered around the transit artery of Market St. It is known for its popular spots for fashion, food and art.

A Perfect Day in Mid Market was curated by the Mid Market Community Benefit District.

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Shop Dine SF is an initiative of the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to bring attention to the local businesses, events, and neighborhood corridors.

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