Willie Brown needs no introduction for who doesn’t know the legendary and always so stylish man who was San Francisco’s mayor from 1996-2004? Therefore, let’s get right to his favorite San Francisco haunts.
Where were you born? Mineola, Texas
How long in San Francisco: Since August 4,1951
Neighborhood: I lived in NOPA, Western Addition, Potrero Hill, Haight/ Ashbury, Pacific Heights, Nob Hill and now I live in SOMA.
Occupation: Lawyer – transformed politician, Speaker of the House, Mayor
Favorite Restaurant: Kokkari
Best Sushi: I only eat burned food; that kills the possibility of defects
Best Italian: North Beach Restaurant
Best dessert: Kokkari’s Greek cookies
Best place for a romantic date: 16 Jessie Street, aka where my girlfriend lives
Best Sunday brunch: Top of the Mark
Best place for a power business meeting: The Battery
If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? St. Regis
Favorite shopping venue/boutique: Wilkes Bashford
Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: Shreve & Co.
Best Spa: Nob Hill Spa
Favorite Charity Event: PAWS [Pets are Wonderful Support for People with AIDS/ARC]
Favorite Cultural Event: San Francisco Opera Opening Gala
Favorite Cultural Institution: Fine Arts Museums and MOAD
Best Steakhouse: Ruth’s Chris
Best Pizza: Jersey on 2nd street
Best Lunch: Le Central
Best Gym/Athletic Facility: The St. Regis fitness center
Best Massage: Remède Spa at The St. Regis
Best Limousine/Driving Service: Bauer
Best Museum/Exhibit: Palace of Fine Arts
Describe your city in three words: It Is Awesome
Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Chinatown
All-around favorite spot in San Francisco: City Hall
Best Aspect of San Francisco: Its people
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