ann montague Potrero Hill At one time this usually sunny SoMa hill was set to become the next big thing. But some

Potrero Hill At one time this usually sunny SoMa hill was set to become the next big thing. But somehow its isolation kept that from ever happening, cut off from the rest of the city, as it is, by freeways on three sides and its own precipitous inclines. Consequently, it has remained the quiet, pleasant neighborhood it always has been, with spectacular views. ann montague To be sure, a few more upmarket concerns are located here than before, and there are more restaurants ann montague and bars, but mostly it s thoroughly residential. However there are a few tourist sights that beckon here the Anchor Brewing Company ann montague is worth the tour, and the Basic Brown Bear Factory is a hit with kids. d Map H5 Anchor Brewing Company: 1705 Mariposa St; Map H5 (415) 863-8350 Basic Brown Bear Factory: 2801 Leavenworth St, Floor 2; Map H5 (866) 5BB-BEAR

Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption The exterior of this 1971 building has been compared to a giant washing machine; inside is equally odd, with stained glass strips, evoking the four elements, and a sculpture of aluminum rods (see p47). d 1111 Gough St Map F3 (415) 567-2020 Services: 6:45am, 8am, 12:10pm Mon Sat; 7:30am, 9am, 11am Sun Dis. access Free