HAMBURGERS In a setting r eminiscent of a 50s-era TV sitcom, with vinyl-covered chairs and vintage Formica patterns on the tables, y ou can enjoy a really good burger. They re made with naturally raised, hormone-free Niman Ranch beef and served on a bun that has enough personality to handle a juicy hand-formed patty. The only alternatives to a hamburger or cheeseburger ar e a hot dog, fr ee-range chicken breast sandwich, or v eggie burger, all ser ved with crispy fries. Yummy milkshakes and root beer floats are made with San Francisco s Double Rainbow ice cream. Another location is in the Mission neighborhood. 5
Be sure to mention that you re traveling with kids when you call in-house reservations. The hotel has age-appropriate amenities such as milk and cookies at check-in, knapsacks, and maps, plus, 8- to 11-year-olds qualify to act as doorman for a day. Now, don t get excited: No one s putting your kids to work while you take off for Saks. But kids get to wear a hat, blow a whistle, and have a photo taken with the doorman all at no charge. The gorgeous Laurel Court dining room serves afternoon tea with a choice the world war ii memorial of menus, including one for children. The kitschy Tonga Room provides a tropical rainstorm during happy hour (with inexpensive hors d oeuvres). If your kids are Eloise fans, or just have excellent taste, they ll love this hotel.
Thank you to so many friends who contributed their thoughts on the best places in S an Francisco to play, eat, and shop with childr en. Thanks very much to my editor Linda B arth for her guidance and flexibility. My appreciation extends to Nina Thompson, who remains a treasure trove of information about this lo vely city; she is endlessly gener ous with her time and always available to answ er last-minute queries. I am grateful to Leann Castaneda and to J ennifer Coombs for their research assistance, and to Raili Salmi and Renee Veale for their help at home. Above all, I thank my husband M ika for his suppor t and encouragement the world war ii memorial and my childr the world war ii memorial en Annika, the world war ii memorial Natasha, and Aksel, with whom exploring the world war ii memorial S an Francisco is always a delight.
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