Justin Theodore David's Guidebook
Food and Drink Scene
Where to eat and drink! Always pointing out vegan / plant-based options.
The line alone should tell you how good this ice cream is, luckily it moves fast! Of that doesn't sell you, how about the fact that one of the owners of 218 Forrest orders a monthly custom gallon of their ice cream!
They always have at least one vegan flavor.
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Fairfax Scoop
63 BroadwayThe line alone should tell you how good this ice cream is, luckily it moves fast! Of that doesn't sell you, how about the fact that one of the owners of 218 Forrest orders a monthly custom gallon of their ice cream!
They always have at least one vegan flavor.
Both a classic deli and a burger joint. They pile the veggies high on their vegan sandwich options and have multiple plant based burger patty options.
Perry's Delicatessen
1916 Sir Francis Drake BlvdBoth a classic deli and a burger joint. They pile the veggies high on their vegan sandwich options and have multiple plant based burger patty options.
Often called the best Indian food in the country and vegan options are clearly labeled.
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Café Lotus
1912 Sir Francis Drake BlvdOften called the best Indian food in the country and vegan options are clearly labeled.
A Fairfax institution. Option to use Miyokos vegan cheese which was started right in Fairfax!
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Ghiringhelli's Pizzeria
45 BroadwayA Fairfax institution. Option to use Miyokos vegan cheese which was started right in Fairfax!
While many locals (us included!) were sad to see Iron Springs Brewery be sold, there's no one better to come in than Hen House. Locally owned, indoor and outdoor seating, great beer.
HenHouse Brewing Company West County Pub
765 Center BoulevardWhile many locals (us included!) were sad to see Iron Springs Brewery be sold, there's no one better to come in than Hen House. Locally owned, indoor and outdoor seating, great beer.
In need of a quick beer and braut? Here's your spot. Multiple plant based "sausage" options, community seating and a friendly laid-back atmosphere.
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Gestalt Haus
28 Bolinas RdIn need of a quick beer and braut? Here's your spot. Multiple plant based "sausage" options, community seating and a friendly laid-back atmosphere.
Want to skip the alcohol but still have a shared experience? Wu Wei has a large tea menu, cava, amazing art, and hosts world music.
Relax inside or ask to sit in the back patio to get some fresh air.
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Wu Wei Tea Temple
1820 Sir Francis Drake BlvdWant to skip the alcohol but still have a shared experience? Wu Wei has a large tea menu, cava, amazing art, and hosts world music.
Relax inside or ask to sit in the back patio to get some fresh air.
Groceries
Not looking to sit down or want to cook yourself? I'm always looking for grocery options that are healthy and sustainable.
In addition to being a great organic grocery store you can get delicious fresh sandwiches, pizza, and Mexican food.
The bulk section has the best dried mangoes you've ever had!
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Good Earth Natural Foods
720 Center BlvdIn addition to being a great organic grocery store you can get delicious fresh sandwiches, pizza, and Mexican food.
The bulk section has the best dried mangoes you've ever had!
More traditional grocery store right in downtown that will have some products at cheaper prices.
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Fairfax Variety
61 BroadwayMore traditional grocery store right in downtown that will have some products at cheaper prices.
Great if you are used to shopping at Safeway but want avoid the crowds.
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Safeway Community Markets
100 Center BlvdGreat if you are used to shopping at Safeway but want avoid the crowds.
Get Outside
Places to hike, bike, relax, breath and take in the gift of this planet.
Less traveled hiking area that's still gorgeous. If it's rained recently it's an easy hike along the creek to a small waterfall. Lots of shade and trail options.
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Cascade Canyon Open Space Preserve
26 Oak RdLess traveled hiking area that's still gorgeous. If it's rained recently it's an easy hike along the creek to a small waterfall. Lots of shade and trail options.
10 minute walk or 3 minute drive from your stay is a great trailhead to walk or bike. Usually plenty of parking, you walk around the school and quickly will have many options for trails, all are great!
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Deer Park School
10 minute walk or 3 minute drive from your stay is a great trailhead to walk or bike. Usually plenty of parking, you walk around the school and quickly will have many options for trails, all are great!
A quick hike up to a beautiful mountain top ranch.
Near the end of Forrest Ave. is Forrest Terrace. As you walk up the start of Forrest Terrace you'll see a wooden staircase that you can use to cut up to Crest Rd. that will take you to the trailhead.
You can continue to Bald Hill Preserve or loop. around to Deer Park Trailhead.
Sky Ranch Open Space
A quick hike up to a beautiful mountain top ranch.
Near the end of Forrest Ave. is Forrest Terrace. As you walk up the start of Forrest Terrace you'll see a wooden staircase that you can use to cut up to Crest Rd. that will take you to the trailhead.
You can continue to Bald Hill Preserve or loop. around to Deer Park Trailhead.
Bald Hill Preserve
Dibblee RoadGorgeous views of San Francisco, the bay, and Fairfax all from one spot!
Sit in some grass while taking in all the goings ons of downtown. great place to bring your Scoop ice cream or Perry's sandwich to enjoy.
Bolinas Park
66-88 Bolinas RoadSit in some grass while taking in all the goings ons of downtown. great place to bring your Scoop ice cream or Perry's sandwich to enjoy.