SFO—Airport Guide
From downtown San Francisco, taxi service to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) costs $45–$50, not including gratuity. Super Shuttle (800-258-3826, $15 from downtown SF) and BART (415-989-2278, $5.15 from downtown SF) also provide service to SFO. The SFO BART station is near the International Terminal; a connecting tram provides service to the other terminals. Travelex has nine currency exchange offices in the International Terminal and foreign currency ATMs, carrying euros, pounds and yen. Below is a guide to major restaurants, shops and services at SFO.
INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL
Pre–security
Aviation Library & Museum,
Main Hall: Exhibits showcasing the history of flight, particularly at SFO.
Discovery Channel Store, Main Hall, (650) 821-8990: books, gifts and games with scientific themes.
Ebisu, Main Hall, (650) 588-2549: sushi and creative Japanese cuisine.
Emporio Rulli, Main Hall, north and south food courts, (650) 821-821-6946: Sandwiches, salads, Italian pastries and espresso drinks.
Sephora, Level 3, G Wing, (650) 877-1750 and A Wing, (650) 877-1755. An expansive selection of makeup and skin care products.
SFMOMA MuseumStore, Main Hall, (650) 553-8043: Art books, apparel and furnishings with a modern edge.
Post–security
Il Fornaio Caffe del Mondo, Gates G 99 and A 11, (650-821-6440): An Italian bistro serving pasta, baked goods and more.
Xpress Spa, A Gates entrance, (650) 821-1042: Massages, manicures, pedicures and facials designed for travelers.
Terminal 1
Post–security
Duty Free Store, near Gate B 21, (650) 827-7302: Tariff–free items
include spirits, perfume and tobacco.
Perry’s, Gate C 42, (650) 821-1037: Angus beef hamburgers, American cuisine and a full bar.
Terminal 2
Closed for renovation.
Terminal 3
Post–security
Gordon Biersch, Gate F 74: California cuisine, Gordon Biersch signature ales and a full bar.
Anchor Brewing Co., Gate F 69, (650) 821-8911: Pasta, hamburgers and breakfast, plus Anchor brews.
Boudin Bakery & Cafe, F Gates food court, (650) 871-2515: Sourdough pizzas, bread–bowl soups and more.
Buena Vista Cafe, Gate F 62: Casual American favorites and world–
famous Irish coffee.
Mission Bar & Grill, Gate E 64, (650) 821-7400: Soups, salads and sandwiches, plus a full bar.
PowerPort Battery Charging/ Internet Access Station, Gate F 83, (650) 745-1925: Wireless Internet access and battery charging bays.
Wilson’s Leather, Gate F 74 (650) 615-9069: Leather handbags, jackets, briefcases and more.
Yankee Pier, Gate F 72, (650) 821-8938. Fresh seafood with a full bar and table service.
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