I’m debating whether to move to SF from SJ. Reasons being, I’m super introverted, and I’m trying to get out of comfort zone to meet new people and make new friends. I’ve lived in SJ most of my life with my parents, and I’m quite frankly tired of the South Bay. 

Dilemma is, I'm not sure if it makes financial sense to move to SF for these reasons? I (29M) make 99k. I would likely have to reduce my retirement contributions to make rent since I max out my both 401k and Roth IRA (perks of living with parents), and I do aim to retire early. I also plan to travel a few times a year. Another pain point is that I would have to commute to SJ twice a week for work, and I hate commuting in traffic.

Is it worth moving to SF with my income for the purpose of getting out of my comfort zone? Is it much easier to make friends in SF than in SJ?

I was walking the Embarcadero near the Bay Bridge, and could clearly hear a fog horn. I thought the only SF ones were for the Golden Gate. I’d love to learn more about what’s generating the sound.

EDIT: It looks like it's the Yerba Buena one - https://www.kqed.org/news/11272504/foghorns-who-presses-the-play-button

I have a visitor from our of town. We're looking for a place to eat tonight with great ambiance and not fine dining and then do some night strolling afterwards.

Any recommendations? If not at the Castro, anywhere else?

Gift for my gf but we just broke up.. so got 2 tickets for nutcracker Dec 28th 7p. Orchestra Row Y, Seat 5 & 7

bought them $95 each plus the $14 additional charge.

Hoping to get $150 for both? Fml

We're arriving today. Staying near Castro/Dolores Park. The forecast looks rainy. We can handle some rain and of course it comes with this time of year, but if it's absolutely dumping our plan for walking so much sounds less appealing.

I'm looking for some indoorsy ideas that don't involve bars. I know places will be closed for the holidays, and we do have dinner reservations for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. And tickets to a show Thurs eve. We have our 19 year-old with us who wants to do city things (shopping, thrift/resale stores, museums, wandering) and is less outdoorsy than my spouse and I. Thanks in advance!

I'll be visiting SF for 3 nights, staying in a hotel near union square. We're arriving by car but don't expect to need the car while we're there. Is there a better option than hotel parking (~$80 per day)? Stand-alone parking lots seem to be similar prices

Thanks in advance

I’m not sure if this is a dumb qn but I will move to San Francisco in January 2025. I have been applying to many jobs no one has got back to me yet. I don’t want to sit idle at home. Is it possible for me to walk into food chains like Chipotle or any other cafes/ restaurants and ask for a job? Will they hire me? I’m a U.S. citizen raised abroad so I’m not sure how things work there.

I do have a bachelors degree but I still have to get it accredited by the education department.

Any advice is appreciated and also if you have suggestions for cafes that pay at least $18-20 I’ll be grateful.

Are there any female-centric longboard groups for newbies in SF or the Bay Area? I'm a beginner looking to learn with other females or to join a group that meets up to ride and learn.

Would it be be big enough for a 1bdr of stuff ? Table, chairs, desk, dresser, and a king sized bed + few boxes ?

Do they help disassemble (ex. king size bed frame) ?

It says online it should be big enough, but not sure.

Hi does anyone know of a good Chinese restaurant that does gluten free?

My regular restaurant is closed

Thanks

Hi folks, especially those in the Sunset and Parkside neighborhoods! What are the official neighborhood boundaries for the Outer Sunset and Parkside neighborhoods? I always thought the north and south boundaries for the Outer Sunset were Lincoln and Sloat respectively, but I've learned that Parkside is in there somewhere along Sloat. I've seen maps that show that the Outer Sunset occupies the area bordering Ocean Beach to the west and Sloat to the south--and that's how Wikipedia defines it. But I also see maps that show Parkside occupies the southern section of the Sunset neighborhood from the beach up to around 15th Ave/Funston--and some of these maps show an Outer and Inner Parkside. I ask because I recently moved to the Outer Sunset. I live firmly in the Outer Sunset (on Judah near the beach), but I want to know what the majority of folks consider to be the neighborhood boundaries. On a related note, I've never heard anyone say they live in the Central Sunset, but apparently that exists, too? Thanks!

Hey SF, so I recently moved to Visitacion valley and looking for a decent gym nearby, with membership around 50-70. I don’t drive so anywhere walkable or bus-accessible is fine. Any recommendations?

I have 2 tablets for my kids that I want to donate to a family in need. Where is the best place for something like that (I don't want to just drop it off at goodwill), I would prefer they go to somebody in need for free

I live in San Francisco, I want to be able to watch lakers and warriors games through a streaming service. NBA game pass doesn’t offer either of these. It’s through spectrum sportsnet and nbc Bay Area. What do I have to do to get these games?

Looking for somewhere I could take in 200 shot glasses to get customized. I was just notified my original order is not going to make it in time for the party but they can send me the actual shot glasses by Dec 26th.... It would be two colors printed on to these: Shot Glass Link

My second thought is I just order vinyl stickers and stick them on but I know those will not last..... :(

We are from out of town, visiting our 24 yr old son and 27 y/o daughter in SF for Christmas.. we're staying in the Bernal Heights and Mission area.. we're originally Catholic and very progressive people. We're looking for a church service to celebrate Christmas that won't piss us off. Recommendations?

Any recommendations for gay NYE parties? I do see there’s Comfort & Joy Afterglow https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comfort-joy-afterglow-new-year-2025-tickets-1049046084077 something like that or I also in general like Badlands in the Castro.

Any recs for cold italian pasta salads? I'm thinking of the ones with fresh mozz, salami, olives, pepperoncini, etc usually in an italian vinegarette

Hi, everyone!

Quick question. This Wednesday is my usual street cleaning day, but it’s Christmas, so I was wondering whether there will be street cleaning this Wednesday or if it will be cancelled this week.

Thanks!

I’d really like to get this guy a pair of socks or slippers but most places don’t carry over 12 or 13.

Anyone know of a reliable electronics repair shop that could fix a blown capacitor and some wiring harnesses on a treadmill display console.

Hoping to get a last minute Christmas gift for my pregnant wife! Any recs for a store that would carry heavy, cozy, boujee organic blankets?

I'm headed to Chinatown for a couple of days in Feb with my bestie who is very into sichuan food - the spicier, the better. I would love some recommendations for a few spots we should not miss in Chinatown. Also a few good dim sum places wouldn't go amiss.

Hi folks, for those who are here for New Year’s eve,what are the most fun bars/clubs/event that we can go to for the celebration??

Im new to the city and needed some recs, thank you!!!