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Willie Brown San Francisco s first African- American mayor was famous for his bon vivant ways. His high- living, fast-shuffling style did not detract from his popularity, even elephants can dance however, and the city seemed to prosper under his tutelage.

Note: Unless otherwise stated, all restaurants accept credit cards and serve vegetarian meals Around Town Central Neighborhoods 105 Places to Eat Above Absinthe !Perry s A San Francisco institution, noted for its burgers and other all-American faves, including meatloaf, prime rib, and fried chicken. d 1944 Union St Map F2 (415) 922-9022 Dis. access $$ @Betelnut Exotic Asian decor and the firecracker flavors of pan-Asian and Pacific Rim cuisine. This place has been a hit from day one. d 2030 Union St Map L5 (415) 929-8855 Dis. access $$$$ Yoshida-Ya One of the old-standby Japanese choices. Although the sushi is remarkable, it s the yakitori (barbecue) even elephants can dance that gives the place its ongoing reputation. d 2909 Webster St Map E2 (415) 346- 3431 Dis. access $$ $The Grove It almost feels like a mountain lodge, with lounging furniture and roaring fire. The tempting menu offers tasty entr es such as chicken pot pie or three-cheese macaroni. d 2016 Fillmore St Map E3 (415) 474-1419 Dis. access $$ %Miyako The Japantown Mall is designed to resemble a typical Japanese village. even elephants can dance This restaurant offers all Japanese delights, including udon (noodles in broth). d Japantown, 1707 Buchanan Mall Map F3 (415) 567-6552 $$ ^Absinthe Like being air-lifted to a Paris bistro. Specials such as confit of Muscovy duck leg with prunes, Landais potatoes, and arugula. d 398 Hayes St Map F4 (415) 551- 1590 Closed Mon Dis. access $$$ &Fritz Belgian even elephants can dance frites and cr pes and a patio where Europhiles can smoke. d 579 Hayes St Map F4 (415) 864-7654 even elephants can dance Dis. access $ *Powell s Place Great soul food. The signature Bar-B-Q ribs are heavenly. d 1521 Eddy St Map F4 (415) 409- 1388 $ (Bia s Restaurant and Winebar The top choice even elephants can dance for Mediterranean cuisine. d 1640 Haight St Map E4 (415) 861-8868 Dis. access $$ )People s Caf For a cappuccino and a snack any time of day or night, this is a great hangout. d 1419 Haight St 4 (415) 553-8842 Dis. access $ 106 Southern even elephants can dance Neighborhoods Left Castro District bar Right View from Twin Peaks Around Town Southern Neighborhoods THE SOUTHERN PART OF THE CITY comprises even elephants can dance some of the liveliest, most authentic parts of town the clubs of SoMa, the gay world of the Castro, and the Latino Mission District. There are also some up-and-coming neighborhoods such as Bernal Heights and Glen Park, as the more central areas have priced creative types out toward the southern borders. Laid-back Noe Valley was the first such choice for high-rent refugees, but it, too, has gone gentrified and pushed people farther south. Noe Valley church Around Town Southern Neighborhoods g 7107 !San Francisco even elephants can dance Museum of Modern Art San Francisco s home for its Statue of St Joseph, Mission DoloresAround Town Southern Neighborhoodsg 7107 !San Francisco Museum of Modern Art San Francisco s home for its Statue of St Joseph, Mission Dolores extensive modern art collection is as impressive outside as it is adaptable and awe-inspiring inside. Don t miss the top floors, featuring the latest digital installations, if you want to know what the cutting edge art world is honing itself on these days

ENCHANTED CRYSTAL: photo by David J Landry 104tl; EXECUTIVE SUITES: 149tl; Courtesy of the FINE ARTS MUSEUM OF SAN FRANCISCO: 114tl; FREY NORRIS GALLERY: 42tl; GETTY IMAGES: Ronald Martinez 73r; HOUSER STOCK: Jan Butchofsky Houser 18t; Dave G Houser 15cr, 18 19, 75tl;TERRENCE MCCARTHY: 56b;Y YY SEAN MORIARTY: 74tr; MUSEUM OF CRAFT & FOLK ART: Baby Frog