In the heart of what's being dubbed "the new, gourmet ghetto," Tartine is acclaimed as "the best bakery in the city." Locals gushed to us about the exquisitely-made, "to-die-for morning buns," the "flaky, almond croissants," and the "cheesy croquet monsieur." Usually this corner bakery is mobbed by hungry hipsters and "an empty table might be hard to find," so grab your goodies and head a block to Dolores Park--"a great green spot to eat and people watch."

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