Ghirardelli Square
(415) 775-5500
900 N Point St
(at North Point, Beach, Larkin, Polk)
San Francisco,
CA
94109
37.8057
-122.4221
Neighborhoods: Russian Hill, Northeast
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In Short
A former chocolate factory that was renovated in the '60s, Ghirardelli Square is considered by some as the first major example of post-modern adaptive re-use. This loosely structured collection of 19th-century factory and mill buildings spilling down Russian Hill to the shoreline now houses some clever shops and restaurants mostly frequented by tourists, but even locals can find something to like. Visitors flock in from all over to sample the many varieties of world-class Ghirardelli chocolate.
User Reviews
meilee6
March 30, 2009
We love the Square! We've been visiting this spot since my dog was a puppy! I used to take him here to help socialize him in his youth. Lots of friendly tourists coochie-cooing mainly because they miss their own dogs back home. Let's give more stars to the Square! We love the street performers, and then a giant Earthquake Sunday from the Ghirardelli Ice Cream store nearby. Ahh, summer!
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elfkat
November 03, 2008
While in SF on a business trip, I decided to go to Ghirardelli square, on the recommendation of a friend. Boy, am I glad I did! Maybe it was the rain keeping business at a minimum, but everyone seemed glad to see me. The people at the various shops were friendly, courteous and helpful. In particular, I enjoyed going to the Marche on the Square, where I got a lovely bottle of wine. Brian, the owner, was very nice to me. I would highly recommend his restaurant (which is attached to the market) for an evening out. I was looking for the somewhat offbeat, historic and friendly San Fran you always see in movies. I found it in Ghirardelli square. :-)
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Anonymous
May 19, 2008
Ghirardelli Square includes the famous Ghirardelli chocolate store along with a few other variety shops. The chocolate store is a must-see if you are in the area. The surrounding shops are interesting and cater to tourists....which is good or bad depending on your own preference.
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Parking:
A parking garage in the Sqaure charges $2 every 20 minutes, but many restaurants validate for their patrons.
Category:
Attractions, Candy Stores, Real Estate Operators, Clothing, Hobby Shops
