The San Francisco/Amity
area enjoys the distinction of having the most eateries of any
of USF’s six sections, thanks largely to the leisurely way
it snakes along the lagoon. Here, roughly in the order you encounter
them as you proceed from World Expo around the lagoon to New York,
are your choices:
Boardwalk Snacks
What: Fried seafood at picnic tables
Where: Along the Amity boardwalk
Price Range: $
This stand sells funnel cakes ($5 and up) with a variety of toppings that include apple, strawberries, and chocolate. A funnel cake sundae is $6. Everything is topped off with whipped cream. Soft serve ice cream is also available ($4) as are beer and soft drinks.
All seating is outdoors at weathered picnic tables. Venture around behind the snack stand and sit by the lagoon for one of the nicest views in the park and the chance of a breeze on a hot day.
Midway Grill
What: Outdoor snacking
at picnic tables
Where: Along the Amity boardwalk, amid the pitch and skill games
Price Range: $
The sign says “Hot dogs * Sodas* Fries” and the menu, courtesy of Coney Island’s famous Nathan’s, is scarcely more elaborate than that, although everything is served as a “platter” with fries. The dogs come in several varieties — Reuben, Chicago, Chili, and Slaw, all a bit over $7. Walk up to the window and carry your snack to a nearby picnic table.
Amity Fried Chicken
What: Outdoor snacking at picnic tables
Where: Along the Amity boardwalk, amid the pitch and skill games
Price Range: $
Another walk-up stand, this one serving chicken baskets and fish and chips (both $8), along with soft drinks.
San Francisco Pastry
Company
What: Small pastry
and coffee shop
Where: Across from Earthquake — The Big One
Price Range: $
Right at the entrance to Lombard’s stands this tempting alternative. It features most of the pastries you found at the Beverly Hills Boulangerie in Hollywood ($2 to $5) as well as coffee, cappuccino, and soft drinks. Sandwiches are $7 to $9 and a fruit plate is $7. There are no tables inside and a small outside seating area, so many customers will have to take their snacks to one of the scenic spots along the nearby waterfront.
Chez Alcatraz
What:
Outdoor drink stand
Where: On the lagoon, across from Earthquake
Price Range: $
This seasonal stand is a great little bar in warm weather, serving up a variety of frozen drinks in the $7 to $10 range.
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