Ranger Fans in San Francisco...
by RangerFloppy on Mar 30, 2009 3:40 PM PDT
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My girlfriend and I are making our way to San Francisco this summer for the Rangers/Giants series (June 19-21). I am planning on going to at least 2 games, but do not know a lot about the Ballpark or the city of San Fran. What are some things that I need to see while I'm there and what are some things I should skip? Is there tailgating before Giants games? Is the Arcade a good place to sit? If not where should we sit? Restaurants to go to?
Any help would be greatly appreciated. My sincerest apologies for a waste of a FanPost.
Adam Stellar
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- There are a good number of tailgaters, but the parking lot isn’t all that close to the park.
- The Arcade is nice but expensive. Probably not worth your coin. Pretty much any seat in the park is good, but it depends on your personal viewing preferences.
- Are you looking for restaurants around the park or just restaurants in general?
Restaurants...
Both near the stadium (maybe for sunday brunch or something, we are planning on going to the Friday Night and Sunday afternoon games) and in town. We aren’t sure what we are going to do Saturday night, maybe stay in Napa. And I’m 25 and she is 22, so if you have age appropriate activities at night or during the day that would be awesome.
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by RangerFloppy on Mar 30, 2009 4:02 PM PDT up reply actions
How long are you here? If you’ve got 2-3 days free, I’ll always tell someone to go to Yosemite. It’s something you have to see.
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I think we are going to fly in on Friday around noon, leave Monday morning. So we have a few days to kill.
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by RangerFloppy on Mar 30, 2009 4:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Not enough time for Yosemite, then. But you do have enough time to talk Rangers talk with McCovey Chronicles regular biff pocoroba as he drinks you under the table.
by Grant Brisbee on Mar 30, 2009 4:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Beer, huh? You know, that idea isn't half bad...
I hadn’t even realized that the Rangers were scheduled to play in SF this year. Cool beans. Now I won’t have to trek over to Oakland to watch the manchild Chris Davis and his run at fifty bombs this year.
I’d second the recommendation of Kitspool below and head to 21st Amendment (if you like brewpubs) for a before-game destination. And on your day off, head to Muir Woods in lieu of Yosemite, especially if you’re going to spend any time in Napa
Can’t wait to see the epic Lincecum/ Vicente Padilla matchup
by biff pocoroba on Mar 30, 2009 4:55 PM PDT up reply actions
I was going to say the same thing: If you can’t get to Yosemite, at least get to Muir Woods – but go EARLY in the morning, before the tour buses arrive and deposit hordes of sightseers!
Or, honestly, just hike Mt. Tam from one of the trails down Cascade or Blithedale.
You may have to deal with sort of grotesquely healthy rich people, but they’re still fewer than the tourists around Stinson, and I think there’s an OTC repellent spray available now.
Madison Bumgarner, the Spacebat. of pitching prospects.
And bring a jacket
…and bring a sweater with that jacket if you do the Muir Woods thing. Yes, in July.
Sergio Romo: striking out professional hitters since 2005.
If you open up the whole state of CA, there’s just way too much to do and see. Yosemite would definitely be up there
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 30, 2009 4:35 PM PDT up reply actions
Q: What should I see while I'm in San Francisco?
A: Santa Barbara.
Madison Bumgarner, the Spacebat. of pitching prospects.
21st Amendment on 2nd St. (two or three blocks from the ballpark) has good food and drink. As does Primo Patio on Townsend and 3rd (great jerk chicken!).
My plans for 2009: getting married and attending Tim Lincecum Bobblehead Day.
+1
for the Primo Patio – love to stop there pre-game.
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by Johnny Disaster on Mar 30, 2009 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions
I haven’t been to a lot of restaurants around the ballpark. There’s a Thai place I like called Manora’s at the corner of 12th & Folsom, but that’s about a mile or so away.
The food inside the ballpark is great, though. Must-haves include garlic fries and Cha Cha Bowls from Orlando’s Caribbean Barbecue (behind the center field bleachers, although there’s also one in the upper deck).
Also, be sure to do a complete circuit of the ballpark at some point. It really is a nice walk.
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Please give Omar our regards!
Charlie Hayes ate my homework
by glenallen hill's waterpipe on Mar 30, 2009 4:24 PM PDT reply actions
and his pet wallaby, mate!
I'm missing Omar and all his "Dreamy-ness".
by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 1:48 AM PDT up reply actions
i bet i know someone
who missed omar more than you do boozer :)
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by Cynema the Band on Mar 31, 2009 6:29 AM PDT up reply actions
Well, well, well….look who came out of the shadows.
I'm missing Omar and all his "Dreamy-ness".
by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 12:40 PM PDT up reply actions
just sunning myself
beer…check. lounge chair…check. speedo….check.
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by Cynema the Band on Mar 31, 2009 1:01 PM PDT up reply actions
I'd suggest eating in the park
I don’t know a lot about restaurants around the area, but you’ll find a huge variety of food in the ballpark, and it’s very, very good. Like jcb said, the garlic fries are a must, and I tend to gravitate towards the pub-type food between the 3B line and home plate (don’t know the name of the place, but they have a killer sausage link).
As far as where to sit, Field Club is the best seats I’ve tried, in section 113. Section 123 was a good view other than not being able to see home runs until they fell into the seats…the rest of the lower box has pretty good seats too, at least for what you spend.
You’re going to love it. It’s the best park in all of baseball.
STEVE HOLM! refuses to be the odd man out.
oh and...
Come early for parking. It’s a bitch and you’ll pay a lot for it. Consider parking near the Embarcadero and walk?
STEVE HOLM! refuses to be the odd man out.
Or
If you’re anywhere near a BART station, go that route. You’ll pay less round trip, and you won’t have to drive in shitty SF traffic. There’s two stations that are about 20 or so minutes from the park by foot.
Note: SF traffic is actually pretty manageable. That doesn’t mean you have to like it, though.
Otherwise, you really can find a lot of cheap parking lots on 2nd and 3rd street if you don’t mind a 10/15 minute walk. It’s really not bad at all.
My Dave Righetti is better than your Dave Righetti.
by howtheyscored on Mar 30, 2009 7:21 PM PDT up reply actions
One more thought
You should go see Alcatraz, it’s pretty awesome. You can make your silly Sean Connery impressions while you’re there too.
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by SoFa King Mike on Mar 30, 2009 5:08 PM PDT up reply actions
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by victor frankenstein on Mar 30, 2009 10:20 PM PDT up reply actions
are always
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 30, 2009 10:59 PM PDT up reply actions
at Fry's!
OK if I adopt Randy Johnson?
"What kind of a stupid question is that?"
by victor frankenstein on Mar 30, 2009 11:17 PM PDT up reply actions
Guaran-Fuckin-Teed
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by Giant among Angels on Mar 30, 2009 11:22 PM PDT up reply actions
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I was so excited I got to do the pew pew pew part.
It’s my favorite.
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by Giant among Angels on Mar 31, 2009 12:15 AM PDT up reply actions
I just wish he would stop turning my watches into you.
My Dave Righetti is better than your Dave Righetti.
by howtheyscored on Mar 30, 2009 10:40 PM PDT up reply actions
it could be worse
you could have an asian family turn your television into a watch (thank you reggie white for that soundbite)
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by Cynema the Band on Mar 31, 2009 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions
Me neither.
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Neither me neither.
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by howtheyscored on Mar 30, 2009 7:22 PM PDT up reply actions
I once read a great line that you’re a true San Franciscan if you’ve never been to the wharf. Bonus points if, when visitors from out of town talk about going to the wharf, and you reply, “We have a wharf?”
I'm thinking but nothing's happening.
you can catch him around the stadium sometimes
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 9:51 AM PDT up reply actions
Alcatraz, totally worth it...
Fisherman’s Wharf, meanwhile, kinda not. Lots of cool outdoorsy stuff to see in Golden Gate Park as well, and, of course, walking/seeing the Golden Gate Bridge is a must. If you’re lucky enough to come on a clear day, consider a trip up to Twin Peaks— absolutely spectacular view of the city, etc. Those would be my personal recommendations, but SF’s a pretty great city to just kind of let yourself wander in. By a cheap tourbook, avoid the few less savory areas of the downtown area and just go wherever your feet and public transportation can take you. I say this as a midwestern transplant to the Bay Area, so I’m relatively unbiased— it’s just an absolutely gorgeous place. You really can’t go far wrong.
As for the Ballpark stuff, I really think public transportation is the way to go if you can. Avoid parking if at all possible— it’s really just more of a hassle than its worth. Seating-wise, I like sitting anywhere down the third base line and getting a nice view out to RF and into McCovey Cove/across the Bay, but like many have said, there’s not really a bad seat in the house. Food— the Garlic Fries are great as are the Cha-Cha Bowls at the ballpark.
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by Smoke on the Water on Mar 30, 2009 10:20 PM PDT up reply actions
These are good tips
San Francisco is the greatest walking city I know of. The Twin Peaks view is awesome, but a little effort getitng there. A good subsitiue that’s much easier to get to is Coit Tower.
I’ll add that if you’re staying downtown, the ballpark is withing easy walking distance to dickin’ around with public transportation isn’t necessary.
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my suggestion
walk through fisherman’s wharf, take the cable car up Hyde St to Union Square (but blindfold your gf if she’s a shopper), walk up to market st, then cab it to golden gate park. There are just way too many things to do in this city, but this should be pretty manageable.
I recently took my east coast friend to SF for a day and she couldn’t stop talking about how much she loved the city.
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Ennnnh. There’s enough GOOD touristy stuff to do in The CIty to waste time with Fisherman’s Wharf.
I recommend cable cars, walking across the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Golden Gate Park, Lands End, and taking a ferry around/across the Bay.
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Twin Peaks.
Bring sandwiches and wander the Presidio (which scares Bill O’Reilly for some reason).
Unfortunately, I left SF at the age where much of my sightseeing advice would still involve parks where you can drink at night and be able to see the cops coming from a mile away (Alta Plaza for the, err, wino).
Madison Bumgarner, the Spacebat. of pitching prospects.
If you’re going to be over by the Presidio and the Golden Gate Bridge you can eat at Joe Dimaggio’s favorite restaurant Liverpool Lil’s
We're all basically Pedro Feliz.
Last time I was west, I went to Lil’s with my folks, it was awesome
Minor White > Ansel Adams
by say hey nation on Mar 30, 2009 6:20 PM PDT up reply actions
Drive down Lombard while filming it.
LOL at Twin Peaks –
My dad worked for Bechtel at their office at 50 Beale St. When I was 11 he took me to work and in a stunning display of parenting gave me a $5 and told me to “run along”.
Among my adventures that day was a trip to the Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory/Restaurant , where I had a sundae called exactly that – “Twin Peaks”!
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by victor frankenstein on Mar 30, 2009 10:26 PM PDT up reply actions
Better yet, buy a big wheel and take that some’bitch down Lombard. See if you can get to the bottom in one piece.
I'm missing Omar and all his "Dreamy-ness".
by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 1:50 AM PDT up reply actions
Meh.
Now THIS requires mad skillz.
OK if I adopt Randy Johnson?
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by victor frankenstein on Mar 31, 2009 5:17 AM PDT up reply actions
walking the Golden Gate Bridge is definitely worth it, and I can’t believe I forgot about Lands End. I still think fisherman’s wharf is a cool area. Pier 39 is really touristy, but the wharf is one of the unique parts of the city
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 30, 2009 6:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Or travel ’round to Fort Mason and visit the Long Now people.
http://www.longnow.org
Fort Mason Center
Landmark Building A
Now that’s a real “California wacko” sort of endeavor.
There is so much to do in SF, you will easily pack your entire trip full of activities.
It is hard to recommend bars/restaurants because there are literally thousands. What kind of food do you like? What kinda budget are you on?
Are you the reserve a table $15 cocktail redwood room type of patron or the $1 pabst mission type?
I personally like avoiding the tourist crap when I go somewhere and trying to enjoy the local scene. As the time comes closer, hit me up and I can recommend all sorts of fun places to go on the relative cheap.
Take a cab to the park, it will be cheaper than parking. And yes to tailgating – and I don’t know what Natto is talking about w/ the lots not being close to the park, they are less than a block away and separated by nothing but a canal.
Many people like to do the Golden Gate Park thing. There’s a TON to do just there alone, and the California Academy of Sciences has re-opened, there’s the Conservatory of Flowers/Botanical Gardens/Japanese Tea Gardens and Haight-Ashbury. Kezar Pub is one of the sports bars in the area.
As far as food goes...
We are fine with just about anything. Alcatraz sounds cool and I’m sure we will do a little bit of the tourist thing, but I’m the same way when I travel, I’d much rather do what the locals do, eat and some hole in the wall places and places you don’t read about in frommers. We are looking forward to the seafood and the weather, and hope to get a day of sailing, a day of wine country, a day of rangers (Sunday) and a day of touristy type stuff in. I appreciate all the help from you guys on this, I’ll gladly buy anyl of you a watermelon wheat (my Texas genes are quietly sobbing at the thought) or a shot of whiskey,whatever fancies your style a little better. Looking forward to this trip as it will be my first time to California. (had a ticket to go to the rose bowl when UT beat USC and passed, still beat up over that one) Thanks again.
Adam
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You’re probably going to run out of time.
As for the weather, here an important tip: Don’t assume because it’s a summer day in California that it’s short pants, t-shirt and flip-flop weather. SF summer days can be remarkably chilly. (“The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.”. The best bet is layers (t-shirt-sweatshirt-windbreaker) as you’re likely to experience every combination imaginable of the following:
- cold
- warm
- sunny
- overcast
- precipitation
- wind
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Do’s: What Kitspool said.
Don’ts: Call it San Fran while you are here.
As stated, anywhere in the park is a great seat. The exception are the seat at the far end of the LF foul line. Definitely eat at the park.
by Lars The Wanderer on Mar 30, 2009 5:12 PM PDT reply actions
Oh thanks, I think that’s where we are sitting opening day. Though actually from the seating chart view it looks like we are sitting ON the left field foul pole.
Being in “enemy territory” maybe Triple A club level would be good for you. That area tends to get a lot of families and so they tend keep the fan jerkitude down to a minimum. (At least in my limited experience.)
I don’t think there will really be a problem being in “enemy territory” at the ballpark unless you’re in the bleachers/arcade. Anywhere else you may get some jeers but it’ll die down when no one else in the section appreciates it. You may have friendly banter the whole game, but that’s it.
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I’ve never experienced a Giants fan being a jerk to opposing fans. That is, unless you’re a Dodgers fan and start acting like an asshat.
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 8:49 AM PDT up reply actions
Do not go to forget to get a good look at Hunters Point and the Mission District. Both are best viewed at night.
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by say hey nation on Mar 30, 2009 6:02 PM PDT up reply actions
There’s nothing wrong with a little nighttime stroll around 24th and Capp.
Especially if you are in need of some narcotics or are with a large and well armed party.
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by Johnny Disaster on Mar 30, 2009 7:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Mission isn't bad
Hunters point & Bayview are a different story.
by FairweatherFan on Mar 30, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions
While the Mission has its issues, it is absolutely worth visiting! It’s the birthplace of the modern burrito. You can get a burrito there the size of your head – you can even get it filled with brain at some of the taquerias. Personally, I prefer al pastor, though.
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Carnitas FTW
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by Johnny Disaster on Mar 31, 2009 8:19 AM PDT up reply actions
the moonlight stroll around Candlestick
is delicious.
Giants pitching coach Dave Righetti. "I treat Timmy differently from most pitchers: I leave him alone."
by natteringnabob on Mar 31, 2009 6:11 AM PDT up reply actions
Momo’s has good food but the bar is lackluster. Trying to get in after a game is madness. Acme Chophouse is overrated IMO.
I love the arcade, but there’s really no bad seat in the house. If you’re looking to romance your girlfriend, nothing’s prettier than a clear evening in the third deck. You can see the entire Bay stretching around the stadium, and when the Bay Bridge is lit up at night, it’s really lovely.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Mar 30, 2009 5:52 PM PDT reply actions
I agree, I love sitting in the third deck. Open concourses allow for some awesome views, and obviously the view of the bay from your seat is stunning.
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 30, 2009 6:31 PM PDT up reply actions
I took a boy I liked to a game and picked the seats up there on purpose. I tried to kiss him and he rebuffed me. That was the first and only time I put anything over sports, and I failed miserably.
Moral of the story is sports are always the most important thing in life.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Mar 30, 2009 8:42 PM PDT up reply actions
are you sure his penis was present?
I’ve never rebuffed a chick that made a pass at me, even if I wasn’t into her ;)
Or I should say, If I could tolerate her enough to go to a ballgame with her, I certainly wouldn’t shut her down like that ;)
by FairweatherFan on Mar 30, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions
It was his birthday and I made him cupcakes, made him a mix CD of indie Scottish rock, and gave him a giftcard for one of his favorite eateries. And nothing, man. I decided that he’s the suckiest suck that ever sucked.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Mar 30, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions
indie Scottish rock being one of his favorite types of music, that is.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Mar 30, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions
A Bay City Rollers fan?
They must have been able to hear the plaid several sections away.
Giants pitching coach Dave Righetti. "I treat Timmy differently from most pitchers: I leave him alone."
by natteringnabob on Mar 31, 2009 6:12 AM PDT up reply actions
Two places I've always wanted to take a girl
1. Yosemite
2. A Giants game
Soon as I find that special one, I’m doing it. But if she rebuffs a kiss, I might just flip a shit
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 30, 2009 11:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Yea, my ex didn’t really like Yosemite. Maybe that should have been an early sign to me…
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by natteringnabob on Mar 31, 2009 6:13 AM PDT up reply actions
He's an idiot
I believe he owed you a little something for the cupcakes at least…
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by Johnny Disaster on Mar 31, 2009 8:22 AM PDT up reply actions
My wife doesn’t understand why anyone should care about the outcome of a sporting event and yet she enjoys the upper deck for the stunning views…
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by Johnny Disaster on Mar 30, 2009 7:59 PM PDT up reply actions
The best date of my life was at AT&T Park. True story.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Mar 30, 2009 8:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Don’t shoot me. But, mine was at Angels Stadium
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by Giant among Angels on Mar 30, 2009 8:27 PM PDT up reply actions
The first game I ever went to was at the Big A in 1982. I was fresh out of the womb, so I didn’t really have a choice.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Mar 30, 2009 8:32 PM PDT up reply actions
How old was your date?
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by Giant among Angels on Mar 30, 2009 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions
In 1982 I was the third wheel for my mom and dad. What a drag right?
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Mar 30, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, really. I am going to a game against DET on April 23rd.
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by Giant among Angels on Mar 30, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions
GARLIC FRIES
are a must at the park.
"I didn't know (after seeing a spectacular over-the-shoulder catch) whether to shit or go blind." - Former Giants Outfielder Harvey Kuenn on Willie Mays
Ya know
I really don’t see all the fuss about the garlic fries.
And don’t get me wrong, I fuckin love garlic – but the fries just aren’t that special.
Good, sure. Worth however the fuck much they charge? nope.
by FairweatherFan on Mar 30, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions
KILL THE GARLIC FRIES BLASPHEMER!
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This statement really upset me. Every time I smell garlic, I think of AT&T park
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 30, 2009 11:05 PM PDT up reply actions
You clearly have never lived within a 20 mile radius of Gilroy.
by FairweatherFan on Mar 31, 2009 12:27 AM PDT up reply actions
No, but I have been to the Gilroy garlic festival and had the pleasure of tasting garlic ice cream
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 31, 2009 6:52 AM PDT up reply actions
epic fail
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 8:51 AM PDT up reply actions
I’m with you on this one. Garlic fries are decent but I can live without them. The Sheboygan Brat on the otherhand is a must have at every game.
We're all basically Pedro Feliz.
where in the stadium would one find said brat?
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 9:50 AM PDT up reply actions
They all over da place now
On the lower box level
Behind section 135 Grilled
Behind section 106 Grilled
Field Club too, but they are steamed here
They have them in more places as well
Click to see review of said brat
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The Murphy Chili Dog is excellent as well
this and a guinness and its nap time
behind section 124
click for chili dog detail
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There’s a dog under there?
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by EliminateMe on Mar 31, 2009 10:21 AM PDT up reply actions
my god
i’m pretty sure my colon would rip itself out of me and kill me if I subjected it to that.
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 10:23 AM PDT up reply actions
wow, not too pricy either.
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 10:25 AM PDT up reply actions
Hey, if you happen to meet up with any of the MCCers give ’em hell about Rush too!
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by natteringnabob on Mar 31, 2009 6:14 AM PDT up reply actions
If it’s sunny (fog at the coast is a summertime phenomenon around here), you might consider going out to Ocean Beach, which is where Golden Gate Park starts its journey to the Haight-Ashbury. It’s not too far from the Presidio and Land’s End…
Come to think of it, wandering around Haight street can be amusing – lots of odd shops and so forth (but go in the daytime and don’t buy any pot from the scruffy looking gentlemen you’ll find there).
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by Johnny Disaster on Mar 30, 2009 7:56 PM PDT reply actions
Yeah especially from TX
Haight could be very amusing……just don’t eat the mushrooms
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Bring warm clothes
San Francisco in June can get really cold so make sure you bring with you a couple of sweatshirts and some jackets just in case. This isn’t Arlington. Weather will hit the mid 50s for the night games and maybe into the 60s for day games.
When the fog rolls in on July evenings with the mist…that’s a summer in San Francisco.
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by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Mar 30, 2009 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions
flashback to middle school…
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 30, 2009 11:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I want to go home now. HATE YOU EAST COAST.
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by AndYourBirdCanSing on Mar 31, 2009 6:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Mid 50's is cold?!?
Damn…you sound like an effing Southerner. Since when is 50 considered cold? That’s perfect shorts weather for yours truly. If we were still playing in Candlestick with the wind, OK…maybe you’d have a point here.
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by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 1:57 AM PDT up reply actions
It snows in Texas…you know that right?!?
I'm missing Omar and all his "Dreamy-ness".
by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 5:13 PM PDT up reply actions
The point is people coming to SF may not be aware that it is still colder than expected in the summer.
Arcade is cool, but not for night games ....too cold
3 games, I suggest mixing it up a little
I would do
1 in Field Club near the plate for best view of game
1 in Bleachers in Left Field (Rows 5 and closer) for a taste of the Rowdier Crowd
1 in upper deck near the plate (for the views)
You would get a real taste of the park that way, and don’t stress too hard, the bleachers arent THAT rowdy…
Come early on the day you have Field Club Tickets, these tickets allow you access to all levels (except suites) you can go to the FIeld Club and the “Club Level” 2nd deck. YOu can walk all around the park checking it out from all vantage points. Also The Visiting team warms up last, so if you are in Ranger gear I bet you get some autos.
As far as food goes, Garlic Fries are a must….but dont overdo it…1 is enough for 2 to share without getting overloaded
The Sheyboygan Bratwurst is a winner, as is the Hot Link from Evergood behind the plate
The Clam Chowder in a sourdough breadbowl is good on cold nights
Here are some sausage reviews I did a couple years back, the prices have changed but stil valid
Forget the parking at the ballpark, $30 and horrible
You will pay $30 for parking on Townsend between 2nd and 3rd
which is closer to the park and easier to get out of.
Brannan between 4 th and 5th will run $10-$20 and isnt to far
The freeway near Bryant you can park cheaper and its a good walk
Or park Townsend 7th 8th area for free and walk even further
OR take caltrain from penisula and walk from 1 block away
OR take bart to muni light rail and drop off in front of park
If taking muni get your return ticket BEFORE the game
usually at one of will call windows in the front of the park
Bart and Muni is easy, just follow the people in Giants gear
Hotel? Courtyard by Marriot near the freeway is good for the price and walking distance.
Have a car and need something cheaper, I can recommend some hotels near the airport cheap. I go to 40+ games a year, and get hotels for alot of weekends so I have stayed all over the place….
If you have any questions, i would be happy to help
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oh yeah.... Restaurant
AVOID Acme, in ballpark steak house….too expensive and not worth it
Not THAT far from the park, but you might want to cab or drive
3rd street towards the city, under the freeway and then a couple blocks.
If walking avoid 5th and freeway area, lots of homeless you probably don’t want to deal with
(nearby St Vincent De Pail)
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How dare you call yourself a fan?!?
No AAA Club level mention…FAIL. (That’s my preferred level for “cold” weather night games. You can easily slip inside to warm up and the lines for food/booze/potty soooooooo much shorter)
No Cha Cha Bowl mention…DOUBLE FAIL.
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by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 2:01 AM PDT up reply actions
Cha Cha = Way overrated in my book
And you can always slip into AAA from Field Club on a cold night
Actually the preferred level for eating pregame as well
But if I’m paying, I would rather get Field Club Tix anyday
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by howtheyscored on Mar 30, 2009 10:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Remembering is awesome.
I think…
OK if I adopt Randy Johnson?
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by victor frankenstein on Mar 30, 2009 11:23 PM PDT up reply actions
As far as seating goes
There really isn’t a bad seat in the park. I like the Arcade; you get a good view of players and a shot at homerun balls. The AAA Club level’s great and has awesome food, but it’s pretty pricey. View reserve gives you a lesser view of the field but you also get a spectacular view of the bay. Field Club gives you the best view of the game. Oh, and the only really crappy thing about the Arcade is that at night games when someone hits a homer, those stoopid foghorn things go off and spray mist everywhere and it’s freezing.
Thankfully
With this squad, that doesn’t happen too often.
by FairweatherFan on Mar 31, 2009 12:29 AM PDT up reply actions
You know what would be cool?
Eating garlic fries while listening to Rush!
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AWESOME!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2XLjDQwP8A&NR=1
NOTE: Only partially a Rush Roll, and it’s only :20 long.
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If you’re willing to drop the coin, I highly recommend sitting on the Club Level. By far the absolute best seats in the house. It’s high enough up that you can see all the action clearly, but low enough so as not to feel removed from the game. And foul balls can zing in there pretty fast.
If you want to go all alt-touristy, I recommend Haight and Ashbury. It’s where out of town kids go to pretend they aren’t tourists while shopping at the Gap and Ben and Jerrys. However, there’s some seriously killer grub down thataway. I highly recommend The Citrus Club – a noodle house – and getting the garlic beed and shitaake mushrooms, then top it off with an orange unfiltered sake martini. This might just be the best meal you’ll eat in San Francisco.
It’s also within walking distance of Golden Gate Park.
Around the ballpark, I’d agree with the other commenters about going to 21st Ammendment and Primo Patio Cafe. Both are fantastic. You could also head south of the ballpark a short way to go to Moshi Moshi for some tasty sushi. Or get the Chili Sweet Chicken bowl. If the owner, Mits, is around, he’ll be sure to say hi and give you a big welcome.
And like howtheyscored said, take Muni to the ballpark (look for the N Judah line). Driving is a horrible mistake if you don’t have to do it. In fact, driving in SF is typically a horrible mistake.
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Oh, and if you go to Haight-Ashbury, I recommend eating at Cha Cha Cha. Yummy tapas.
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If The Citrus Club and Cha Cha Chas were to fight each other for food supremacy, Cha Cha Chas would get a beat down so severe, it would make a funny comparison to something that I’m not quick enough to come up with. Dammit…
Basically, Citrus Club >>>>> Cha Cha Chas. My own humble opinion, to be sure, but definitely my recommendation.
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Driving in the city is not that bad
I lived there for a year and drove exclusively. Parking is annoying, but not as annoying as sharing a bus seat w/ a crackhead.
by FairweatherFan on Mar 31, 2009 11:51 AM PDT up reply actions
my wife would agree with you
we tried to take the SD bus to the stadium over there, and we ended up going through the ghetto, with my wife literally fearing for her life.
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 12:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I drive all the time
The key is having enough $ for parking, and be willing to hoof in spots with no parking (haight/ GG Park)
Or you can cab it, which ain’t cheap either
Light rail is cool, but of limited utility
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You’re right, it’s far more often the parking that super annoying. Driving often requires knowing which streets to take because they have timed lights. The parking is crazy-making, though. I hate paying $10 or more to park in a lot, and street parking can be extremely difficult to come by. Often time you really have to park far away in order to get where you’re going. But walking in SF is pretty nice. Just don’t make eye contact with the homeless, or they’ll know you’re from out of the area.
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Museums
if you’re into art, I’d suggest a visit to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. It’s collection second only to maybe the MOMA in NYC.
The De Young in Golden Gate Park is also top notch. The view from the tower there in a very underrated spectacular view of the city.
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I also recommend the Cartoon Art Museum. It’s small but has a really nice collection of comic pages/panels, cartoon stills, and other cartoon related paraphernalia.
the musee mechanique is also cool, especially if you like old arcade games.
If you hit that, then you’re right there for the tour of the USS Pampanito, a WWII era submarine. very cool.
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by The Gene Hackman on Mar 31, 2009 12:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Hey Natto….have you ever been up to the Schulz Museum up in Santa Rosa? I’m guessing you have, but even for a non-comic/cartoon dude like myself, I was really impressed!
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by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 1:01 PM PDT up reply actions
You really should give it a visit. Alot of his original strips on display there under glass.
I'm missing Omar and all his "Dreamy-ness".
by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions
A whole museum for a supporting character on “Hogan’s Hero’s”?
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Legion of Honor as well. Incredible Building
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by AndYourBirdCanSing on Mar 31, 2009 6:09 PM PDT up reply actions
so on a different note
I’m trying to find a weekend where I can catch a game at the Coliseum and AT&T, but the teams are hardly home on the same weekend. Is this on purpose, or just a coincidence?
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 12:34 PM PDT reply actions
I’m pretty sure it’s on purpose. Chicago does the same thing.
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yes, on purpose
very rarely do you see two ML teams home in the same market at the same time
maybe 1 or 2 times a year, if that
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You may be able to catch a thursday /friday or sunday/monday type of thing. As someone else said, they’re not often in town on the same days. They used to do a thing where one team would play a day game and the other would play a night game – on the same day, but I remember that being a long time ago.
My one option that i can see
is Giants/A’s in Oakland on a monday, preceded by Giants/Texas on a sunday. Unfortunately, it’s Father’s Day on Sunday and the wife usually wants to spend those with our dads. Damn.
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 4:58 PM PDT up reply actions
ugh this fanpost made me so homesick. :(
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Where are you this semester? I know you’ve been in Boston, England…
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My last semester in Boston! I’ll be home in about two months! \o/
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HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE PART OF TEH GREATEST RIVALRY EVR!!??
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by UnleashTheGore on Mar 31, 2009 1:55 PM PDT up reply actions
OMG I AM BLESSED FOR EVEN BEING ALLOWED TO WATCH RED SOX BASEBALL
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
OMG DUSTIN PEDROIA OMG
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
ZOMG YOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOUUUK!!!
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by SoFa King Mike on Mar 31, 2009 5:02 PM PDT up reply actions
/dances Irish jig in biker shorts like Papelbon
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by SoFa King Mike on Mar 31, 2009 5:36 PM PDT up reply actions
/Neil Diamond song
I'm missing Omar and all his "Dreamy-ness".
by PacBellBoozer on Mar 31, 2009 11:28 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm in DC
It’s alright, I guess, but I can’t wait to get home for the summer
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by Useful_Idiot on Mar 31, 2009 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions
I know what you mean! UGH I WANT TO GO HOME. We’re in the same boat. Last semester! Series of tubes five!
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by AndYourBirdCanSing on Mar 31, 2009 6:10 PM PDT up reply actions
WE’RE ALMOST THERE! (where on the east coast are you, btw?)
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The other side of the GREATEST RIVALRY EVER!!
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by AndYourBirdCanSing on Mar 31, 2009 6:33 PM PDT up reply actions
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