When the weather is pleasant and there is no sign of Karl the Fog around, there is one idyllic spot you know people will flock to soak up the sunny rays and clear views- Mission Dolores Park. This lush and expansive park is considerably off the beaten path from the typical tourist sites, making it worth the visit to get a natural feel of the city with this popular community anchor.
Whether for picnic plans or just to lounge, we have your essential food and style guide on what essentials to bring and which local shops to get them from to ensure you are fully prepared for your next sunny Dolores Park outing.
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Match the park's vibrant weather and freshness by snagging an equally cute, light, and fashionably sustainable outfit from Reformation! Located just nearby on the also-trendy Valencia street, this Climate Neutral boutique partners with several groups like the Fair Labor Association to create garments that are just as environmentally-friendly as they are posh and comfortable.
Bringing along a furry friend? Glam them up for the park too with these Best Pet Shops In San Francisco To Pick Up Treats For National Pet Day
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After finding the perfect park wardrobe, why not get elegant sunglasses to match? JINS in Union Square offers personalized services to ensure you are gifted with the most protective, functional, and lightweight eyewear intricately crafted from Tokyo.
Adorn a piece of Japanese craftsmanship with one of their many different styles to ensure you look cool while keeping all the fog out of sight.
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With 4 locations all throughout San Francisco, The Epicurean Trader has become a renowned curated marketplace for all things artisanal, authentic, and small batch. With their large fully stocked shelves of everything gourmet, you can definitely find something to impress and share with your friends at this top specialty food and craft spirits retailer.
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Bi Rite Grocery Market is a legendary local cornerstone in San Francisco for more than 80 years, which they continue to uphold with their emphasis on "Creating Community Through Food." By locally sourcing all their fresh produce, they also serve up delicious hot meals and other delicious snacks worthy of bringing along right to the park just a few blocks over.
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Lastly, a leisurely day in the scenic park is also perfect with a novel companion! Silver Sprocket also within arm's reach on Valencia offers long shelves brimming with enjoyable reads from NPR-acclaimed bestsellers, to locally published zines and impactful comics. From lighthearted and imaginative to serious and educational, this incredible shop has it all, and guaranteed to have your next binge-read.
They also offer live music performances periodically, which is a perfect nightcap after a fulfilling day at Dolores Park.
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From building your aesthetic outfit to packing your picnic basket with curated goodies, and even tagging along your next favorite book, you now have the complete stylish package to truly become a full-fledged local.
Now the next mission is where will your perfect spot be on this huge park.
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