This is my specialty because it's where I lived. The Lower Haight is at the intersection of Haight and Fillmore, just two blocks North of Market Street. You will find authentic restaurants of many ethnicities, recycled clothing stores, organic markets, bars and convenience stores. What more could you ask for?
My Favorites:
Restaurants:
Thep Phanom - authentic Thai
Rotee --fresh Indian dishes
Rosamunde -many different types of sausages
Volare and Mythic pizza --hot, crusty pizza by the slice
Squat and Gobble --breakfast! coffee, poached eggs, fresh squeezed o.j.
Bars:
Toronado - about 500+ beers to choose from (no liquor)
-right next door to Rosamunde
Mad Dog in the Fog --pool, sports on large flatscreen, trivia night, beer only
Shops:
Upper Playground --street wear; graffiti/graphic tees, hats, hoodies and other misc. items....dope.
Whole Foods Co. --organic produce, hard to find items, and kosher goods (expensive)


