San Francisco Potrero Hill In
1835 Potrero Hill was rolling hills of green pasture for cattle; but
soon after the Gold Rush, Potrero Nuevo (the original name), became an
urbanized and integrated bustling neighborhood.  Located past the Mission District,
Potrero Hill has one of the best views of the San Francisco skyline;
along with some of the best bars, music venues and restaurants, all
within a few blocks; and even though it is one of the more
"industrialized" San Francisco neighborhoods, tucked away from the
yuppie culture, it is sought after by all backgrounds.Since Potrero Hill is zoned mainly for business, it is home to several big, local companies like:  The San
Francisco Guardian - a weekly, free alternative newspaper.The California Culinary Academy main campus takes up a whole block and the headquarters for the Discovery channels' Mythbusters is located at the southern edge of the neighborhood. Also, the new online gaming company Zynga has its' offices located in Potrero Hill and Anchor Steam Brewing Company (est. 1896) has called this neighborhood its' home since 1979. A few famous people have also come out of Potrero Hill, including the famous (or infamous) OJ Simpson, and in his honor there are several murals around the neighborhood, portraying his accomplishments in football. POINTS OF INTEREST: The "Real Crookedest Street" in San Francisco: No it is NOT Lombard street. It is Vermont street between 20th & 22nd. This 2 block nest of hairpin turns might not be as picturesque as Lombard street but it is technically more crooked than it and there wont be any lines waiting to drive down it!  Anchor
Steam Brewing Company: "Anchor Brewing has played a significant
role in San Francisco's rich history. Anchor's eight unique
beers—including Anchor Steam®—are all produced in one of the most
traditional and handsome breweries in the world. Each brew is virtually handmade from an all-malt mash in our handcrafted copper brewhouse, a veritable museum of the simple, traditional breweries of old." anchorbrewing.com Anchor Steam offers one tour and tasting a day; the tour is free but you MUST call at least one month in advance to schedule. 1705 Mariposa St. (Entrance is on the corner of Mariposa & De Haro) 415.863.8350 Jackson Playground: This site has fields for baseball and general running around, indoor and outdoor basketball courts and a playground. 17th Street (between Carolina and Arkansas streets), 415.554.9527. McKinley Park: This small neighborhood park was recently renovated and improved, and has a playground, grassy areas, walking paths and great views west and south. 20th Street (at Vermont Street). Mission Bay Golf Center: This facility has awo-tiered, 300-yard practice range, and it's lighted at night, so swing away anytime. 1200 6th St. (between Channel and 16th streets), 415.431.7888. Potrero Hill Neighborhood House: This neighborhood meeting space, run by a nonprofit, features ongoing classes, job training, art exhibits, political events and receptions. 953 De Haro St. (at Southern Heights Avenue), 415.826.8080. Potrero Hill Recreation Center: This is the home of one of America's surviving O.J. Simpson murals, plus a gymnasium, basketball and tennis courts, a baseball diamond and a playground. 801 Arkansas St. (at 22nd Street), 415.695.5009. San Francisco Center for the Book: The nexus of the Bay Area's active type, printing and book-bindery movement offers classes, exhibits, machinery and other resources. 300 De Haro St. (between 16th and 17th streets), 415.565.0545. SomArts Cultural Center: This performance, exhibit and education space on the border of SoMa and Potrero Hill features classes in dance, drawing, computers, printmaking and more. 934 Brannan St. (between 8th and 9th streets), 415.552.2131 ext. 4. **sfgate.com HOW TO GET HERE: Take MUNI Bus: 10, 19, 22, 48 Take MUNI Underground T-Line (along 3rd street) CAFES,RESTAURANTS, BARS & SHOPS:
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