The Fillmore neighborhood in San Francisco is an ideal set-up for exploring local culture, dining at delicious restaurants, and shopping. When it comes to more meaningful travel artifacts, Fillmore is also a great area for shopping. Below are four notable and unique stops in Fillmore: a French pastry shop, an African art gallery, an independent book store, and a highly praised burger joint.
French pastry shop: B. Patisserie
Address: 2821 California St.
B. Patisserie is a unique French-style bakery that is ideal to enjoy after a long day of shopping and walking. With a freshly brewed coffee and pastry, the day’s walking will seem much less tedious. Signature menu items include house-made gingerbread and ham and cheese croissants. A seasonal and limited-edition coffee cake is also a crowd favorite. On weekends, hand-made apple pie (which takes 10 hours to bake) and French macarons are a big hit, too.
African Multi-Cultural Art Gallery
Address: 1305 Fillmore St.
Solange Mallet, from Côte d'Ivoire, created an exceptional collection of African objects for her gallery. Her collection includes textiles, beads, and decorative art created by various artists from Africa. Visitors can also find tribal masks, sculptures, and necklaces, as well as African garments, handbags, and beadwork. This shop is the complete opposite of a generic souvenir shop, as their products have much more character.
Browser Books
Address: 2195 Fillmore St.
As the name suggests, Browser Books is for people who enjoy browsing slowly and finding an unexpected title.
Since 1976, this bookstore has attracted customers from San Francisco and all over the globe. Its collection spans various subjects, but its strength lies in philosophy and religion. The store has a large collection of Buddhism books along with both Eastern and Western religions, making it an even more rewarding stop for inquisitive readers.
Roam Artisan BurgersAddress: 1923 Fillmore St.
After an entire day of shopping, it's time for a meal, and Roam Artisan Burgers is a good option. Considered one of the best burger spots in the area, it is a classic style burger joint that focuses on high quality ingredients. They serve beef, turkey, bison, and lamb burgers, as well as veggie options. You can fully customize your burger with any of their numerous toppings. To top it off, you can get a handmade soda or milkshake. It's the perfect finish to a day on Fillmore Street.
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