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Here's your plan for enjoying happy hour wine flights, tasty cheeses, and nightcaps in Russian Hill. Watch the video 👇

Whether you want to “hop” or take it slow, these wine bars offer an amazing ambiance and even better wines!

Wine Bar-Hopping in Russian Hill

At Amélie San Francisco, enjoy a happy hour wine flight, customizable from a selection of wines, between 4-6PM daily, in a moody European ambiance.

Wine Tasting

✅ Before you go
• It’s always helpful to have a reservation, especially on weekends: https://www.sfamelie.com

💪 Pro tip
• From 4-6PM every day, they offer a happy hour Wine Flight for $12.50, which includes your choice of 3 wines 

Happy Hour at Amélie

At Union Larder, enjoy exceptional wines with no reservations required. Indulge in their extensive food menu, featuring delightful cheese selections and exquisite fondue.

✅ Before you go
• Union Larder does not take reservations, it's a walk-in only bar 

💪 Pro tip
• Union Larder has an amazing food menu, so if you’re hungry, I highly recommend trying their cheese selection or one of their shareable entrées (the fondue is to-die-for)

Head to Union Larder

End your wine tour at Waystone with happy hour or Wednesday wine tastings. Try special drinks like the Mommenpop Grapefruit Spritz!

💪 Pro tips
• Waystone offers a happy hour from 4-6PM every day, and on Wednesdays they host a wine tasting of six wines for $40, anytime from 4-10PM 
• Be sure to check their board of specials, as they have delicious drinks which don’t always appear on the menu (like the Mommenpop Grapefruit Spritz!)

Nightcap at Waystone

you prefer a good wine bar and cheese over a chaotic bar any day.

So, here are my favorite spots to wine bar-hop around Russian Hill.

at Amélie on Polk. They have a wine flight happy hour every day from 4 to 6,

and you get to pick which wines you want to try.

The ambiance there is so moody and it has this fun European aesthetic which I adore. 

Next, you'll make your way up the hill to Union Larder. 

They have a fabulous menu and a really high quality wine selection.

I always opt for the orange wine and we couldn't skip out on the marinated olives.

Finally, you'll make your way down the hill towards North Beach to Waystone.

The spot is newer and showcases local art, serves wine,

beer, and ciders, as well as this gorgeous grapefruit 

we got charcuterie and we enjoyed a night-cap to round out the evening.

If you treat this like a bar-crawl, you're probably gonna need a nap by now,

but each of these spots are amazing on their own any night of the week! 

Are you looking for a fun, family-friendly activity for Friday night? Look no further because Friday Nights at the Oakland Museum are back! 

Friday Nights at OMCA

Enjoy free Friday Nights at the Oakland Museum of California with food trucks, live music, dancing, and special exhibits. Bring a picnic blanket and arrive early for a spot on the lawn.

Museum night & food trucks

✅ Before you go
• Remember to bring a picnic blanket if you want to sit on the lawn. 🧺

💪 Pro tips
• Eat on the lawn to enjoy live music. 🎶 
• Arrive early to get a spot on the lawn. 🌱
• Check out the special exhibits 🖼️
• Leave space in your stomach to try the different foods 🌯

Friday at OMCA

Are you looking for something fun to do in The Bay?

you're in luck because Friday nights at the Oakland Museum are back.

These happen every Friday and there's so many activities to do.

Make sure to leave room in your stomach because

I got the garlic noodles and the Vietnamese chicken from Bombzies

and my parents got chicken tenders from the Respectable Bird,

There's also a DJ and live music and people are welcome to dance their hearts out.

I also highly recommend taking some time and

checking out the special exhibits while you're there.

We went to the Black Spaces: Reclaim and Remain gallery.

You do need a separate ticket for the special exhibits,

It showcases resilience within black American communities

The rest of the event is completely free and will run until the end of October.

but I recommend bringing a picnic blanket and getting there

Bring yourself and your family and friends to enjoy this amazing evening event.

Here's your plan for fun golf games, tasty bites, drinks, and hanging out with friends casually. Watch the video 👇

A fun and laid-back outing at Topgolf near SFO, where you can play interactive games, enjoy great food and drinks, and hang out with friends—even if you’re not a golfer! 

A Social Golf Spot—No Skills Required

Head to Topgolf Burlingame for fun golf games, tasty bites, and drinks—no golfing skills required! Perfect for groups or date nights near SFO.

Golf Games

✅ Before you go
• Make a reservation! Walk-ins are welcome, but spots can fill up quickly—so booking ahead is the best way to guarantee your spot:  https://topgolf.com/us/burlingame/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=mhw_alwayson_0425&adgroupid=167778258661&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=16773212052&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzt_FBhCEARIsAJGFWVnQq6igkHtZRh_gvPiApOspZuSkisyPi_-igvvmDQEbPUfsYPAMSWgaAswqEALw_wcB
•   Dress the part- Comfortable casual clothes and closed-toe shoes are your best bet—ready to swing, snack, and socialize!

💪 Pro tips
• Visit Monday through Thursday for half-off gameplay—great for an affordable weeknight outing.
• Don’t miss the mac and cheese bites—they’re a crowd favorite.
• Try out the interactive games like Angry Birds for a playful twist.

Topgolf

Topgolf is a sports entertainment complex

that mixes a driving range with interactive golf games,

perfect for catching a game while you play.

The best part is you really don't need to be a good golfer to enjoy it.

They also have a great selection of bar food.

Don't skip out on the mac and cheese bites,

they offer 50% off gameplay Monday through Thursday,

Here's your plan for picking, trimming, and tying sunflowers at Andreotti Family Farm. Watch the video 👇

Fall is here at Andreotti Family Farm in Half Moon Bay, wander the sunflower fields, clip six golden stems, then clean, trim, and tie your bouquet with twine—a little sunshine to take home. Open August 29th through mid-November 2025

You-Pick Sunflowers in Half-Moon-Bay 🌻

Wander through vibrant sunflower fields at Andreotti Family Farm, pick six sunflowers, and create your own sunny bouquet to take home. Perfect for a fall photo op!

Sunflower picking

✅ Before you go
• Wear sturdy shoes – The fields can be dusty or uneven.
• Bring a bucket of water – Your six stems will stay fresher on the ride home.

💪 Pro tips
• Midday gets crowded and bright; golden hour is pure magic for photos.
• Dogs are welcome throughout the sunflower field and pumpkin patch—but must remain on a leash at all times

Pick sunflowers at Andreotti Family Farm 

Here's your plan for sharing sushi, skewers, and unique Thai-inspired desserts with friends. Watch the video 👇

Enjoy some Asian cuisine at Nakama Sushi and Na Ya Dessert Cafe. I recommend going as a group so everyone can share. Sushi and skewers are discrete units, which makes this easy, and the desserts at Na Ya are so unique and tasty-looking we had to try them all!

Sushi, Skewers, & Sweets

Enjoy cozy Japanese dining at Nakama Sushi in FiDi, known for standout miso soup, sushi rolls, and skewers. Great for groups sharing a delicious dinner experience.

Sushi Dinner

• Miso soup is one of those basic dishes every Japanese restaurant has their own version of, but this one really stood out.
• They have an omakase experience.

Eat dinner at Nakama

Try unique and delicious Thai-inspired desserts like salted egg bing su or Thai tea ice cream at Na Ya Dessert Cafe in Hayes Valley.

Eat dessert

• My Yelp Elite friend rates this highly in the dessert category!
• They have another location in Inner Richmond.

Eat dessert at Na Ya

simple nudge for the next time you want to eat out around Civic Center.

You'll visit a Japanese restaurant and a Thai dessert parlor for delicious food.

I recommend going as a group so everyone can share.

Nakama is a cozy restaurant specializing in sushi and skewers.

though out of all the desserts we shared,

my favorite by far was the salted egg bing su.

They've also got variations of brick toast,

the Thai tea ice cream tastes exactly on point.

Save this for a casual post-work gathering.