3rd St Walking Tour
Take a self guided tour through 3rd Street in SOMA Pilipinas!
Get tasty food from eateries The Sarap Shop, Mestiza, Little Skillet, South Beach Food Collective, Ocean Malasada, Love Burn, and Me So Hungry, each with their own unique takes on food with a Filipino twist. This emerging “tasty trail” will lead you through historical sites, art, and parks in the neighborhood too.
Enjoy the South Park playground, benches and grassy areas, then walk over to Filipino American historical sites the Gran Oriente Filipino Masonic Temple and the Gran Oriente Filipino Hotel. From there, head over for libations and vibes at Victory Hall and Parlor, where a regular calendar of live music and DJs can be found.
Connect with the murals and cultural markers you find along the way, and most importantly, the people in the neighborhood. Mabuhay!
The Sarap Shop
171 Stillman St.
The Sarap Shop is proudly a family-owned, Bay Area-based cafe, caterer, and creative food studio in San Francisco. They specialize in playful and inclusive Filipino comfort food and experiences that celebrate Bay Area and Manila creative culture. They are best known for their Sisig Carbonara, Halo Halo Milk Tea, and Sea Salt Leche Flan Coffee, and Longanisa Dirty Dog. And are also known for leading programs and events in their studio space that support creative and economic mobility for emerging entrepreneurs, artists, and community leaders. Inside you’ll find a mural by artist ChiChai.
The World is Yours Mural by Vivian Capulong
531 Bryant St.
Tucked along Zoe St, The World is Yours (2024) by Vivian Capulong honors community stories of gun violence, reflecting themes of innocence, childlike spirit, and resilience. The mural shows a mother and child walking toward the sunset, the child pointing forward to guide the way while discovering the shops and attractions along the street.
Inspired by Pati of the Robby Poblete Foundation, who shared that gun violence robs people of the potential of who they are meant to be, the piece remembers Robby’s adventurous spirit. It also centers the hopes, dreams, and future of young lives still finding their way forward.
SOMA Pilipinas Pole Banners
Along 3rd St.
Despite the pandemic’s heavy toll on the Filipino community, SOMA Pilipinas honors the resilience of its residents, artists, and small businesses with new banners celebrating bayanihan (mutual support). Designed by Anotherwise and featuring portraits by Nix Guirre, the banners are framed by the iconic SOMA Pilipinas sun and stand as a declaration that we’re still here, shining in our own light as we continue building towards an equitable recovery.
Legacy of Gran Oriente
106 S Park St.
The Gran Oriente Filipino Hotel, Residence, and Masonic Temple was once a hub for Filipino community life in the 1930s, providing housing, support, and cultural identity during times of discrimination. Thanks to community advocacy, it was saved in 2017 and today remains a historic landmark and 100% affordable housing in the heart of SOMA.
Mestiza
214 Townsend St.
Mestiza SF celebrates the rich, layered flavors of the Philippines with a modern twist and plant-forward menu. It’s a gathering spot where traditional family recipes meet contemporary California flair—ideal for both casual dinners and special occasions. With warm hospitality and a lively Bay Area spirit, Mestiza SF offers an approachable yet elevated taste of Filipino culture in the heart of the city.
Victory Hall and Parlor + Little Skillet
360 Ritch St.
Welcome to Victory Hall! We’re tucked away on Ritch Street in the heart of SOMA. A full bar with fun cocktails and mouth watering soul food from Little Skillet, there's always a reason to stop by. Whether you’re planning a small get-together or a large soiree, Victory Hall is the perfect venue for your event. Rotating DJs and live performances make this the go-to bar in the neighborhood.
Little Skillet is San Francisco soul in every bite – Little Skillet dishes up legendary fried chicken, fluffy waffles, and creamy mac ‘n’ cheese from its cozy alley‑side window and inside the neighboring bar, Victory Hall. Founded in 2008, as the lovable lunch offshoot of acclaimed restaurant, Farmerbrown, this little gem brings big‑flavor comfort with a side of Bay Area warmth.