I own a bakery, and it's been brutal since the summer. We were doing quite well last year, right up until May this year. In fact, May was our best month. Then sales dropped around 10% in June, July, and August. Maybe people travel, kids are out of school, I thought. It happened last year too, though not by 10%, but okay.

Then in September, and so far in October, sales dropped another 5%. If you own a restaurant, you know that just a 5% drop can kill you when all your fixed costs stay the same or go up (in fact, minimum wage went up to $19.61 starting July 1). I don't know the reason. Kids are back in school, right? People are back at work, right?

My only guess is that the economy is tough right now. Gas prices are high, a lot of people got laid off, so they're spending less?

How's your business doing?

I have a friend visiting from out of town, and she’s requested dim sum while she’s here! While I do enjoy dim sum, it’s been a while since I’ve tried any spots in the city, so I’d love to hear your recommendations.

I went to Harborview years ago and remember enjoying it, but I’m not sure if it’s still a spot worth checking out.

Our budget is flexible, and the only requirement is that the restaurant be in San Francisco.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

I'm planning to go out solo today after work. Been living in SF for a few months. Trying to find a low-pressure way to socialise and make friends, who are also in their late twenties / early thirties.

Any recommendations for places to go where conversation comes easy, and there's not much pressure to perform?

Hi all- wife has offers in the ER at both. Just wondering if anyone can tell me any immediate pros/cons to either union/overall job conditions

I don't want to buy a 12qt bag, do you know if any nurseries sell on request?

Where can I get an apple cider slushie within SF city limits?

i’m looking to get a new suit, but specifically from a place that has done suits for queer people? most things off the rack don’t totally fit right because i don’t feel comfortable in the tailoring of women’s suits and i like the fit and look of way men’s suits, but unsurprisingly something off the rack and made for a man unsurprisingly fit my body right. they don’t make pre-made suits that give my kind of body the kind of silhouette i am looking for, if that makes sense. most websites and social media posts i see for bespoke suits are full of either men getting their wedding suits or women getting a suit with a traditional women’s fit. does anyone have any recommendations?

Current one I have is too small. I could buy one online, but I like buying things in person and making a trip out of it. I would also like to test how it pours.

I'm looking for the traditional French version.

The last few times I tried them at Chez Maman the moules were cold, the broth hot.

Thank you!

I live in the Outer Richmond and just got a new job where I could be taking Caltrain to work. Getting all the way across the city would be like 70% of my commute time on the bus so I've been trying out the Lyft Bikes. Does anyone have strong opinions about how well that could work?

I've got a station with good availability near my house (been testing it out just for rides around town/stalking it in the mornings). I'm fine with biking and have a helmet already.

I think my biggest concern is how many bikes are at the Caltrain station around 6PM, is it a total ghost town or would I probably be OK? EBike would definitely be preferred but I'm good with old bikes too, especially if I can just ride to a more full station a ways down my route home.

Anything else I should know or anything I don't seem to be considering that I should be? I do have a car for rainy days so backup plans are already in place too.

Thanks!

Does anyone have an idea of a shop that can sew a leather tote bag in SF or the Bay Area? I have a hide and need someone who'll do a super job. I even have an extra hide or two for barter or trade. Thanks!

Someone crashed into my parked car this week and it won't be finished until next Friday. Im looking to rent a car because I have to pick up my daughter from daycare in west portal everyday at 5pm so it can be little stressful having to leave work early to ride the bus all the way across town.

im wondering what the best cheapish car rental options are in the city are?

First time going to a concert at GGP. What should I expect or prepare for?
I plan on getting there via public transit and bring a jacket (if it gets windy) + comfy shoes.

There are huge bollards along the sidewalk now. Mostly blocking the entrance to the Trinity complex.

Hello!

Not sure if this is the right subreddit for this however, me and my family has been using DSL for our whole lives in SF and it is frustrating slow. The building we current reside in is old and doesn't support cable internet. It is also in a area that doesn't support fiber internet. What would be a good alternative for me in San Francisco. Should I get a 5g internet plan? What would be the best plan for me personally?

I have multiple cats so I’ve been thinking mobile vet care might be a better option than bringing them to my local veterinarian. I’m primarily interested in well care check-up so I can get prescriptions for Bravecta fleas medicine. Has anyone used a mobile vet that you’d recommend? Anything about the experience that is significantly different than bringing them into a clinic? Thanks!

Really hoping someone has a lead. Our house was a total gut reno and the developers put in those tankless electronic toilets with the bidet, and dryers and all these sensors. Nice in theory but unfortunately they‘re not name brand like Toto, it’s just some Chinese factory DTC brand. It‘s been a few years and they have started malfunctioning. We think the plumbing is fine and it’s an issue with the electronics or some valve or something malfunctioning. My husband tried some of the basic troubleshooting but no dice.

Desperately looking for someone who we could hire to figure out and fix the issue. The couple places we called either only service authorized name brands or one place told us they’re happy to replace the entire toilet but they will not try to fix it.

Any leads would be so appreciated

Hi everyone! It's the return of the spooky season. As an ardent Halloween enjoyer I love this time of the year, just to roam around and explore everything that's happening in the city. Last year I didn't have enough time in hand and could only check out the Polk Street bars on the day, but I know the city offers much more things and I wanna try them all.

So I'm curious to know what are your plans for Halloween? This is partly to know the various happenings around town (which might not be found or well advertised online) and partly to see if any of these can pick my interests. I love a good costume filled events (not necessarily contests) so don't shy away any of them either.

I recently visited Todorthodontics in San Francisco for a consultation regarding Invisalign treatment. They estimated that my treatment would take approximately 18 months and provided me with an initial quote of $9,500 before insurance coverage. However, my insurance plan only covers a maximum of $3,000, which reduced the total cost to $6,500. Additionally, if I had signed and paid $500 at the time of the appointment, they would offer a $1,000 discount. As a result, the final amount I had to pay was $5,500. Considering your experience, I’m curious to know if this is a typical price to pay after insurance and discounts. I’m also wondering if there are any more affordable options available in San Francisco. Thank you!

I recently got a fancy job downtown and have been wanting to utilize Lime scooters or bikes.

However - I always fall over. I cannot for the life of me fathom how to stay upright and balance.

Yes, this is embarrassing. No I didn’t learn to ride a bike, ride a scooter, rollerblade, ice skate, or anything of the sort as a kid.

What neighborhood can I practice without streets being busy or people all over the place?

Any tips on not feeling like you’re going to die? Tips on not immediately falling sideways?

HELP!

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Curious if anyone has gone to small claims court for landlord security deposit issues and has any thoughts or advice?

My landlord is now 2 months late on returning a pretty substantial security deposit. They were already late and after several reminders sent a check that bounced.

I then wrote a formal demand letter informing the landlords the check bounced and gave them 10 days to provide a cashier's check. The ten days goes by and receive nothing from them. 11 days after I sent the letter they wrote back by email asking for bank information to send a wire. Well 2 days goes by no wire so it's time to file in court.

I have everything prepped to file as far as I know. I know I can ask the sheriff office and pay for them to serve them. The case seems slam dunk to me given the failed bounced check, the email promising a wire that never came etc. my concern is how will I even collect this since it seems my former landlords are broke? They own probably 100 units in SF so they have assets but apparently no cash.

Is there any other city or government agency this should be reported to? The landlord also worked with a realtor to show the place to us originally and the realtor facilitated new tenants etc and the realtor directed me for the initial security deposit. The realtor is also completely unresponsive. I imagine they have done/ will do this to other tenants and just hope folks give up. To note, this was not a rent controlled unit and it seems much of the city's resources are for rent control units/ tenants.

Any thoughts or advice? Also welcome to message me. I've never done a court case situation like this before.

i went to kopē house and they had 3 special drinks, for eg the gochujang latte is a favourite of mine. they also have two other options which sound really unique like one has iced coffee and sweet bean paste.

I'm looking for shops which have similar unique different coffee drinks on their menu, which is worth going over to. Another place I like is paper son for their pandan aerocano. I'm not looking for sugary drinks with pumps of syrup, but nice cocktail type drinks but with coffee!

Thank you

Hey everyone! My birthday is coming up next Thursday, and I was curious if anyone has bar recommendations for celebrating with friends in North Beach!

Ideally, I’m looking for a bar big enough for us to hang out at some tables and for everyone to grab drinks after 5PM, kind of a happy hour vibe. I’m expecting around 15 people, all in our mid-20s, so nothing too fancy or expensive.

Edit: thank you all for the recommendations! Will follow up in the comments