Barbecues San Francisco

Embarcadero Night Skate & Pizza

**RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/uAYeW8e993ZaoVscFCH1?utm_source=meetup&utm_content=a **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later** Hey late-night rollers, Come feel the cool bay breeze and catch the rhythm of the Friday night skate beats along the Embarcadero with a fresh crew. Join me for an easygoing evening where we'll start with an hour of app-guided chats to meet some great people, and then form small groups to hit the pavement and grab some food. We'll spend the first part of the night jumping into quick one-on-one rounds. The Gist IRL app sets up the pairings for us, giving you a chance to easily chat with other active folks who love being out after the sun goes down. After we break the ice, we get to the best part. You'll choose the people you clicked with most, join the Friday night roll along the Embarcadero, and grab late-night pizza slices together. By the end of the night, you have a solid crew of 4-6 to cruise the waterfront with and split late-night pizza slices. Whether this bunch becomes your regular Friday night roll crew or it's just one incredibly fun evening under the city lights, you'll be glad you brought your gear. The Plan: - 7:30PM: Check-In. Follow the link to set up your quick profile on your phone. - 7:35PM - 8:55PM: One-on-One Rounds. The app pairs you for focused chats. Find out who shares your late-night energy, favorite routes, and passion for moving after dark. - 8:55PM+: Form Groups & head down the Embarcadero together to catch the skate beats and grab late-night pizza slices. Reconnect with your favorite matches, form groups of 4-6, and head down the Embarcadero together to catch the skate beats and grab late-night pizza slices — your group leaves together tonight. Instead of just adding random names to your phone, let's actually join the night roll and grab pizza tonight. You might just meet the exact right people for future night rolls and late-night food spots to explore together. And to make things totally seamless, you can use the app to message your new friends later on without ever having to trade phone numbers. I can't wait to hit the waterfront and catch some miles with you all tonight. A few favorite spots nearby: Joyride Pizza (Pier 1) - Steps away along the waterfront, this breezy outpost dishes out caramelized-edge Detroit square slices and local soft serve with prime bay views. Golden Boy Pizza - An iconic North Beach counter serving cult-favorite, focaccia-style square slices like clam-and-garlic late into the night. Tony's Coal-Fired Pizza & Slice House - World pizza champion Tony Gemignani's bustling walk-up window serves award-winning, crispy New York and Sicilian slices to go. Escape from New York Pizza - A casual Financial District staple slinging classic, foldable thin-crust slices until the early morning hours. Joyride Pizza (Market Street) - Walkable straight up lower Market from the plaza, this late-night outpost keeps the oven fired until 2 a.m. for crispy, cheesy Detroit-style slabs. **RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/uAYeW8e993ZaoVscFCH1?utm_source=meetup&utm_content=a **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later**

🦃🔥 Friendsgiving Rooftop Feast: Grilled Turkey, Baby Back Ribs & Good Company!

**If you'd like to join us, put yourself on the waitlist and I'll private message you on Meetup with payment instructions.** **\*\*\*Please read the full event description for details and sign-up instructions.** 🦃🍂 **Friendsgiving Feast!** 🍂🦃 Saturday, Nov 28 · 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM The holidays are better with friends. Join us for a day of smoky, fire-grilled food, cozy fireside hangouts, and good company as we celebrate everything we're thankful for. 🔖 **Attendance & Waitlist** Everyone will initially be placed on the waitlist. Since this event is hosted on a friend's private rooftop, space is limited and NOT all waitlisted members will be confirmed. ✅ Priority goes to group members I've met before, had a positive experience with, and who have a good attendance history. 📍 The exact address and instructions will be shared with those who are confirmed. 💵 Once you send payment via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or cash to help cover food and supplies, you'll be moved to the "Going" list. 💰 **Cost of Food/Supplies** * $20 if paid by 5 pm on Friday, Nov 13, 2026 * $25 if paid by 5 pm on Friday, Nov 20, 2026 * $28 if paid by 5 pm on Friday, Nov 27, 2026 * $30 if paid AFTER 5 pm Friday, Nov 27, 2026 🍽️ **Preliminary Friendsgiving Menu** * 🦃 Whole turkey, fired up on the grill * 🍖 Fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs * Marinated chicken thighs * Hotlinks/sausages * Grilled fresh seasonal vegetables * Brown rice with Chinese bacon * Guacamole * Pumpkin Pie * A variety of healthier snacks * S'more! (marshmallow, chocolate and graham crackers) * Non-alcoholic drinks: lemon tea (hot & cold), water, soda, and coffee * If there's something specific you want to add to the menu, feel free to bring them 🍷 This event is BYOB. I don't drink, so if you want alcohol, bring your own. 🎲 Feel free to bring a board game, or two, and music! **Schedule of Events** * 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Arrival, help prep & mingling (please be on time!). Everyone helps prep, cook and clean up; I can't do it all by myself. If you expect restaurant service, this event is NOT for you. * 12:30 – 4:00 PM: Friendsgiving feast & grilling (someone pls help with grilling) * 4:00 – 4:30 PM: Clean-up & departure **Location** A modern rooftop near 10th & Market Street, featuring: ✅ Two grills ✅ Fireplace ✅ Tables & chairs ✅ Clean public bathroom access \*\*\*Note: Once confirmed, the address and ph# will be shared privately via Meetup Messages. **What to Bring** * A jacket and warm layers. SF weather can get chilly, but we'll have the fireplace going! * A grateful heart and an appetite 😄 ⚠️ **Dietary Note:** All food will be cooked on the same grill. If you have specific dietary restrictions or sensitivities, this is NOT the right event for you. Let's fire up the grill and make some great memories. I can't wait to see you there! 🦃🔥 **Liability Waiver:** This is a community event organized by unpaid volunteers. By attending, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the organizers from any and all liability or claims arising from your participation.

Ignite & Unwind: Executive Wine Tasting with Everpure, Commvault & Microsoft

REGISTER ON LUMA: https://luma.com/tech-6mxi Please register on Luma using your business email. A Meetup RSVP does not confirm admission. Approval and preregistration through Luma are required; bring confirmation for check-in. An executive evening of wine tasting, gourmet bites and conversation during Microsoft Ignite. Join peers from Everpure, Commvault and Microsoft in an informal setting at Jax Vineyards. With Gary Butler (Everpure), Anna Griffin (Commvault), Anton Sarkisov (Microsoft), and Ashley Tarver (Quanta Networks). Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6:00–9:00 PM Pacific. Jax Vineyards SF Tasting Room, 326 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94107. Self-parking.

Cooking Club Picnic: Sabrina Ghayour Edition (Dolores Park, SF)

Zoe Lewis & the Wolves(Julie&Kate), Barbara Higbie& our own Sara Julian!

[Dinner] House of Prime Rib (Table for Eight) ($20 Deposit)

**House of Prime Rib** House of Prime Rib opened in 1949 with one mission, one purpose, to serve the best *English style Prime Rib* meal *anywhere*, but only in one place, under one roof, to use a phrase kindly, *Only In San Francisco*. Known for their 21-day aging process, their magnificent service and attention to detail that shows in the perfection of their sides (Long time attendee *Ruth* swears by their *Yorkshire Pudding* and *Pauline* has a *secret menu* item order which is amazing), desserts and every beverage option. *The House of Prime Rib's* wine list is a great tour of classics from local wineries and iconic European vines that could be older than our country. Though they have changed some over these past years, they are what they have always been a destination for *San Franciscans.* I hold this establishment as the best steak in San Francisco, *I would eat here every night if I could*. Besides Prime Rib they also serve a fish dish, which many of my friends swear by, and their salad and sides have made some of my vegetarian friends very happy. Like a great app, their menu's simplicity hides the complexity and painstaking work to create a relaxing and one of a kind experience. On a somber note, no shows will cost San Francisco Foodies, please be conscientious and let *San Francisco Foodies* know if you cannot make this reservation as early as possible, cancellations within 48 hours are considered late. Owner: *Joe Betz* (passed away September 2025), now run by his sons *Michael* and *Steven*. **Menu and Reviews** [House of Prime Rib](https://www.houseofprimerib.net/) [Hosue of Prime Rib (Instagram)](Instagram) **Administrative Trivia** Dinner pricing is around $90 per person for Prime Rib including tax and tip, dessert is extra and drinks can increase this price. *Dress is business smart, comfortable and dashing.* Each diner is responsible for their own orders and costs but we will have to consolidate and divvy up the final bill accordingly. They have a limit of four credit cards per table, cash is preferred. *Transportation to* The House of Prime Rib Muni: 1, 12, 49, *California Cable Car (3 blocks)* Street Parking can be found at 5p, but meters are used until 6p. There are nearby garages ***Valet Parking is available*** *Use the comments for ride sharing* *Photos and history from restaurant web site, review facts from* [House of Prime Rib (Thrillist)](Thrillist) *and many personal experiences.* *#EatSanFrancisco #SanFranciscoFoodies #SFFoodies* *Deposits, Prepays, Donations and Third Party Events* *A deposit is applied to each attendee’s portion of the event (for example dinner) cost or returned to each attendee when they attend. Unexpected extra from individual deposits are returned to each attendee or left as tip, at each attendee's discretion.* *A deposit is to defray hosts’ costs from no-shows and late cancelations; many restaurants charge for each guest missing.* *Prepayments are asked when the venue requires money before an event (such as a dinner) and paid by our event hosts in advance to a third party. Hosts will usually help find someone to cover a person's seat and prepayment, but that is not guaranteed.* *Deposits and prepayments are non-refundable.* We Look Forward to Seeing you at This and Other San Francisco Foodies Events

Cozy Dinner Mixer at Angela’s Eatery

**Join us for dinner at [Angela’s Eatery](https://www.yelp.com/biz/angelas-eatery-alameda?osq=angelas+eatery), the cozy new spot on Webster Street.** Duck confit tucked into phyllo. Charcoal-grilled lamb kebab over saffron basmati with glazed carrots and garlic yogurt. Tonight we'll savor these seasonal Afghan, Mediterranean and Italian-inspired dishes! **Venmo $3 to Reserve Your Spot** There is a non-refundable $3 fee to hold your place. Confirmed attendees, please Venmo $3 to [@Adele-Berry](https://account.venmo.com/u/Adele-Berry) within 48 hours of your RSVP. Chef Saboor Zafari has been serving up his flavorful menu at different locations in Alameda for over 25 years, and now he’s back at this new location. Come out fr a few hours, discover a favorite new dish or just escape the chill and enjoy meeting some new people. **RSVP by noon, Saturday, November 14.** *Great dining. Great films. All within the little, island community of Alameda.*

"Linner" at Cantoo Latin Asian Rotisserie!

Join us for "linner" (too late for lunch, too early for dinner) at Cantoo Latin Asian Rotisserie before the holiday season is in full swing. This 4.7 star restaurant (according to Yelp) is a Latin/Asia fusion restaurant that offers some very interesting and delicious looking dishes. We'll each be responsible for our own orders, sales tax (8.625%), a 20% tip, and maybe a 3 to 8% SF health mandate (your order x 1.33 to 1.38, depending on health mandate charges, rounded up to the nearest dollar for ease in calculating). Please bring cash or be ready to Venmo or Zelle your payment; we'll be charging the whole amount on one credit card. Please, please, please **do not sign up without checking your schedule first**. **Note that this will be at 3:30**! If you sign up and find you can't attend, please cancel **BY** Monday, **November 16th**. No shows and late cancellations will cause you to be excluded from any future events. Hope to see you at the table! From the restaurant: "We proudly serve authentic Venezuelan Chinese food. A way to tell our stories with different flavors and tasty food. Our mission is to deliver a memorable experience to you through our dishes." https://cantoosf.com/san-francisco-tenderloin-cantoo-latin-asian-rotisserie-food-menu Muni: Closest bus line is the 38 Geary (runs on O'Farrell going east and Geary going west).

Indian Street Food at Viks Chaat

**Join us for lunch at this iconic family-run Indian street food restaurant in Berkeley! We’ll gather outside to grab tables first (if it’s not raining) and then we can each order lunch inside - counter service.** **There is plenty of seating so no limit on number who can attend.** **If it’s raining, we’ll meet up inside.** **There is** **an** **also a great Indian grocery store to explore and pick up ingredients to cook with at home too.** **There is a big lot for parking.** **Check out the web site here.** [Viks Chaat](https://vikschaat.com/) **Looking forward to another fun meal!** **Jen**

Golden Gate Park Swing Dance & Picnic

**RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/QV9bbzZf1bksuq62uk7v **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later** Hey vintage jazz fans, Grab your most comfortable dancing shoes and join me this morning to catch the fresh breeze off the promenade while moving to some classic big band tunes. We'll spend the first bit of the morning using the app for quick, paired chats to meet fellow swing lovers, then pick a small group to actually jump into the beginner lesson and share a picnic on the grass together. During the first hour, the Gist IRL app takes the guesswork out of mingling by setting up short, focused conversations for us. It's a fantastic way to figure out who shares your passion for vintage rhythms and outdoor dancing. Once the rounds wrap up, you'll pick the people you vibed with most. From there, we'll gather into small groups and head straight to the promenade for the free beginner swing dance lesson, followed by lounging on the grass with whatever snacks you brought. By the end of the hour, you are laughing through swing footwork and sharing picnic snacks on the lawn with a fun new crew. Whether these folks become your regular Sunday swing dance crew or it just turns out to be a beautifully sunny morning out, I promise it's going to be a blast. The Plan: - 11:00AM: Check-In. Follow the link to set up your quick profile on your phone. - 11:05AM - 12:25PM: One-on-One Rounds. The app pairs you for focused chats. Find out who shares your love for vintage jazz, swing music, and outdoor dancing. - 12:25PM+: Form Groups & head over to the promenade to join the swing dance lesson together. Reconnect with your favorite matches, form groups of 4-6, and head over to the promenade to join the swing dance lesson together — your group leaves together today. Instead of just talking about wanting to try swing dancing but never actually hitting the dance floor together, we're going to dive right in to take a swing dance lesson and picnic. You might just walk away with your go-to group for future swing dance socials, live jazz nights, and park picnics. To keep things super easy, you can keep in touch with everyone you met directly through the app later on, completely skipping the awkwardness of asking for personal phone numbers. I'm so ready to enjoy the morning sunshine and some great music with you all on the dance floor. A few favorite spots nearby: Lindy in the Park - This long-running Sunday gathering on the JFK Promenade features a vibrant open-air dance floor and a free noon beginner swing lesson open to everyone. de Young Cafe - Located right off the concourse, this cafe offers fresh seasonal salads, sandwiches, and espresso drinks that you can grab to go or enjoy on the serene sculpture garden patio. Japanese Tea Garden Tea House - Perched just steps from the concourse, this historic open-air pavilion serves steaming pots of sencha, iced matcha, and traditional Japanese sweets surrounded by calming koi ponds. Arizmendi Bakery - Just a short walk south on 9th Avenue, this worker-owned cooperative turns out incredible sourdough focaccia, daily vegetarian pizza slices, and fresh pastries built for a lawn picnic. The Yellow Submarine - An old-school Inner Sunset staple on Irving Street, this cash-only corner shop specializes in hearty, toasted sub sandwiches wrapped up and ready for an afternoon in the park. **RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/QV9bbzZf1bksuq62uk7v **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later**

Dinner @ Roka Akor

[Roka Akor Japanese Robata](https://www.canva.com/design/DAHKsmOR0y0/0zVj_BW3GlpnwB0GmB7QVA/view?utm_content=DAHKsmOR0y0&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hf377d89490) The name Roka Akor originates from two Japanese words: *Ro* (hearth, a gathering place to socialize) and *Ka* (a burning fire projecting energy. Featuring Steaks, Tajima Wagyu and A5 grades, sashimi (some flown fresh from Japan), craft cocktails and award winning wines. Join me for this culinary delight. **Standard Etiquette for meetup RSVPing:** Reservation is guaranteed with CC. **Change "going, not going"** even on Waitlist before Wednesday, November 11, 10 PM. Before RSVPing check your schedule, if you are sure you can attend, will manage your attendance, and will check comments and DMs for updates-this includes WAITLIST attendees **THEN** RSVP. From the Website: Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s Jackson Square (on the north side of the Financial District), Roka Akor is modern in approach, Japanese in spirit, and features a contemporary\*\*, chef-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared\*\*. Menu highlights include exquisite cuts of prime steak, rare Wagyu from various regions of Japan, grilled seafood, and sushi. Roka’s signature robata grill creates an experience you won’t find in any other steakhouse. Our cuisine is complemented by signature cocktails, wine, sake, and an extensive and award-winning list of fine whiskies. Some plates may be served to shared, cost of food will be divided accordingly. Individual entrees will be not be shared. **Calculation of Bill:** Please expect to pay at least $$$ per person. Each Person is responsible for their food+ individual drink. Individual cost is derived by taking raw amount x 1.3_(tax+fees+tips). Organizer will manage **one singular bill and form of payment** for the check. Please be prepared to pay the organizer by Cash, Venmo, AppleCash, even Zelle. **Parking and Transportation:** Located at 801 Montgomery nestled in North Beach, Chinatown border. Parking at 555 Jackson, limited spaces at Pormouth Garage at 733 Kearny St, street parking. SF Muni T line Chinatown Rose Pak Substation Muni 12 Bus Pacific Ave & Montgomery St Stop Muni 8 Bus Kearny St & Jackson St Stop

Tacos and new friends in San Leandro 🌮

Let’s get tacos at Porque No? Tacos (inside of Frank’s Sports Bar). See you there!