The Cliff House — Attraction in San Francisco

My review is particularly for the elegant neoclassical Cliff House building of 1909, by the firm of Reid & Reid — the building that replaced Adolph Sutro's famous "Gingerbread Palace," destroyed by fire in 1907 — and for the spectacular location.

The 2004 renovation and expansion of the Cliff House inexcusably "bunkered" the 1909 building on its front elevation — painting over the windows; making the front of the building a blank, uninviting wall — so that the building has turned its back on the street for nearly 20 years.

I hope the new "operators" recently selected by The Cliff House's owner, the National Park Service, will be able to bring the 1909 building more in line with its late 1940s...

I wish Cliff house was opened and Ill for sure visit when it re-opens but every time I go to the Cliff House, I go there specifically for the totem pole, the history of the Cliff House and the history of the area. I love the ocean view all around, which is how I discovered the area. That totem pole comes from BC Canada, which is where I live and I have direct contact with the people at Squamish Lilwat Cultural Center, the people who are helping to bring the history of the totem pole to life. Thank you to the new owners for wanting to implement the totem pole into the design of the...

We went to the Lookout over the old sutro baths, lots of beautiful walking trails. Bring your camera! Looks like the Cliff House is gone now, but we enjoyed the day. Lots of people walking their dogs. It was a good experience, friendly people. It was fun. The Lookout has historical information, memorabilia, and gift shop. You can also get a hot chocolate or a snack.

FYI, I noticed The Seal Rock Inn & Restaurant as we were leaving. Then I saw it on the news the next day that the restaurant was reopening! I really want to...