Now: Frequently fog-bound, the Inner Sunset's epicenter of Irving Street and 9th Avenue is densely packed with diverse eateries including the beloved Arizmendi Bakery. The genuine neighborhood feel and proximity to Golden Gate Park via 9th Avenue make this one of the sweetest spots in the city.
Then: This area is roughly where the first "Sunset District" homes were built on the sand dunes in 1887.
How To Get There: The N-Judah Muni line travels directly through Irving Street, turning up to Judah at 9th Avenue. The 6-Parnassus bus line turns off of Haight Street at Masonic Avenue, if you want a shortcut from the Upper Haight. Parking can be difficult, and you may need to drive a couple of blocks up into the Avenues to find a space.

9th Avenue and Irving Street

9th Avenue, looking north from Irving Street

Irving Street between 9th and 10th Avenues

Peasant Pies, on Irving Street near 12th Avenue

Eddy's Grocery and Liqour, on Irving Street

Irving Street near 10th Street

The N-Judah Train, on Irving Street

The N-Judah Muni Train, at 9th Avenue and Irving Street

Irving Street, near 7th Avenue

9th Avenue and Judah Street, facing north toward Irving Street

Arizmendi Bakery, on 9th Avenue between Irving and Judah Streets

Naan n Curry Indian and Pakistani, on Irving Street near 8th Avenue

Tart to Tart Bakery and Cafe, on Irving Street near 8th Avenue

New Eritrea Restaurant and Bar, on Irving Street near 10th Avenue

Pluto's, on Irving Street near 7th Avenue

The Yellow Submarine Sandwich Shop, on Irving Street at 6th Avenue

Tasty Curry, on 9th Avenue near Judah Street

Andy's Chinese Cuisine, on 9th Avenue between Judah and Irving Streets

9th Avenue near Irving Street, facing Lincoln Way and Golden Gate Park

9th Avenue between Irving Street and Lincoln Way

Pasquale's Pizzeria on Irving Street at 8th Avenue

Inner Sunset Neighborhood Bulletin Board on 9th Avenue

Fireside Bar on Irving Street

Irving Street, from inside Naan N Curry