Metreon Intended as a lively, moon valley pilea high- tech, multilevel moon valley pilea amusement arcade for adolescents, so far the only thing that seems to have clicked is the superb cinema complex. Here you can see the latest Hollywood blockbusters with full digital sound effects amped up to the highest possible level. Otherwise, the Metreon s darkened rooms, designed for checking out the latest video games, are largely abandoned by the teens who were supposed to be flocking (see p29).
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*Art Gallery The third level is devoted to the Gallery of California Art, featuring works by artists who have studied, lived, and worked here. Included are works by 19th-century landscape painters, California Impressionists, mem bers of the Bay Area Figurative movement, and later works by the likes of David Ireland.
The very friendly owner/operator of this B&B seems to have thought of everything to make your stay in the heart of the Castro as pleasurable as possible. He s ready with maps and advice on where to go. Comfort is key, in bright rooms filled with art and plants. d 321 Castro St Map E5 (415) 861-0321 www.innon castro2.com No air con ditioning Dis. access $$
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