Today on Bay Insider, we are continuing our neighborhood guide series where we talk about the history, lifestyle, and real estate of the Cole Valley neighborhood in San Francisco.

In this episode, we step into Cole Valley, one of San Francisco’s most captivating neighborhoods. We are going to tell you the hidden secrets of Cole Valley in conversation with a 20 year resident of the area, Zach Wiley. From its early days as farmland to the lively, close-knit community it is today. We’ll explore hidden treasures like Tank Hill, Sutro Forest, and the cozy business district, plus local favorites like Zazie, La Boulangerie, and the ever-welcoming Cole Valley Tavern. Whether you’re a San Francisco native or just curious about this gem of a neighborhood, this episode is your window into Cole Valley’s rich history, natural beauty, and vibrant community spirit.

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Cole Valley Photos
Cole Valley at Turn of 20th Century
Friends of the Urban Forest
Tank Hill
Sutro Forest

Venues
Kezar Stadium

Local Businesses
Acro Sports
Bacon Bacon
Bambino’s Ristorante
Beit Rima
Blue Barn Cole Valley
Cole Hardware
Cole Valley Tavern
Crepes on Cole
Finnegans Wake
La Boulangerie de San Francisco
Live Fit Gym
Luke’s Local
The Ice Cream Bar
InoVino
Kamekyo
Say Cheese
The Sword and Rose
Woods Cole Valley
Zazie

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