The late Chronicle columnist Herb Caen called North Beach the heart of San Francisco. A neighborhood group is now hoping to elevate the neighborhood’s status to one of the nation’s vital ...

Today, the North Beach area is a favorite among both visitors and San Franciscans. It's known as the "Little Italy" of San Francisco and rife with Italian restaurants and cafes. You'll also find a ...

Don’t let the name of this neighborhood in northeastern San Francisco fool you: There’s no actual beach at North Beach. The name is more of a geographical marker for the neighborhood’s ...