A slow morning in Noe Valley

Local tipThe SF Chronicle put it best: it won the neighborhood's love as a place for a mighty strong latte, hefty pastries and warm service.

5 min walk to the next stop

Local tipThe oversized Most-est cupcake, a homemade spin on the Hostess classic with cream filling and a frosted squiggle, is the perennial favorite, so grab one before the weekend line forms.

6 min walk to the next stop

Local tipOnce a parking lot, the square now runs the Saturday farmers market from about 8am to 1pm with produce stands, pop-up breakfast tents and live music right on 24th Street.