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Where to Enjoy Easter Sunday Brunch in San Francisco Easter is a time when the streets of San Francisco come alive with color, families enjoy a special meal together, and the city's restaurants are ready to make the season memorable. Whether you're looking for a spot on the boardwalk to enjoy an Easter brunch or planning to host a family gathering, here are the 3 Easter brunches in San Francisco that offer delicious seasonal eats and fun activities. From kids to adults, there is something for everyone at these restaurants. Keep reading this San Francisco Toyota blog to find out! more Celebrate Easter Sunday with a Brunch at These Restaurants Absinthe Brasserie & Bar This French-inspired restaurant has brasserie-style food and an extensive cocktail menu to fill your Easter Sunday. It features a buffet table with an absinthe cocktail bar and live music for the occasion.  In addition to their Easter brunch menu, Absinthe also offers pumpkin crepes and macarons. Where: 398 Hayes St., San Francisco, CA  94102 Phone: 415-551-1590 Brunch Hours: 11 am to 3 pm More Content for You: 2022 Toyota 4Runner SUV is Now Available in 10 Different Exterior Paint Color Options EPIC Steak EPIC Steak has been a staple in San Francisco for years, and it's no surprise that it offers some of the best brunch deals in town. There are two Easter Brunches: The Easter Brunch Buffet and the Prime Rib Brunch. Each buffet includes various options such as eggs benedict, prime rib, and turkey pot pie, among many other choices. This restaurant boasts an awesome outdoor patio and panoramic views of the city and a great menu that's sure to please any family. Where: 369 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA  94105 Phone: 415-369-9955 Brunch Hours: 11:30 am to 3 pm More Content for You: What Technology Features will the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross have? Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar Laurel Court Restaurant is a hidden gem on the side of a hill that overlooks Ocean Beach and the Golden Gate Bridge. The restaurant has a tasty brunch with choices to please everyone. They also offer children's seats at the tables. This way, kids can dine with the adults like they do at home or elsewhere. Where: Fairmont San Francisco, 950 Mason St., San Francisco, CA  94108 Phone: 415-772-5260 Brunch Hours: 12 noon to 3 pm All three Easter brunches are unique in their own way. Reserve your table and enjoy Easter brunch to the fullest with your family.

President’s Day Sale Event in San Francisco, CA This year, President’s Day will fall on Monday, February 21, and with the federal holiday, car shoppers can take advantage of some great sales. The holiday has a long history of celebrating past and present Presidents as well as the founding of our nation and its values. The history of President’s Day goes back to 1879 when President Rutherford B. Hayes declared George Washington’s birthday a legal holiday which has now come be known as President’s Day and is celebrated annually on the third Monday of February. Over the years, many businesses have taken advantage of the three-day weekend by offering sales on the products they sell. Toyota dealerships around the country, including San Francisco Toyota, have joined this movement and is now offering a President’s Day Sales Event so drivers can get behind the wheel of a new Toyota at an affordable price. more View Inventory Contact Us President’s Day Sale at San Francisco Toyota The President’s Day sale at San Francisco Toyota will end on February 21 and will offer local drivers some great deals on select new Toyota vehicles. Some of the most popular vehicles that new car shoppers can get a great deal on during the President’s Day Sales Event include the Toyota Camry, Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Corolla Cross. If you are looking to get behind the wheel of a new Toyota, stop by San Francsico Toyota during the President’s Day Sales Event to take advantage of some great deals. If you know what you want, you can schedule a test drive and take the Toyota you are interested in out for a test drive to really get a feel for it.

St. Patrick’s Day 2020 events in San Francisco, CA The year keeps on marching forward (pun intended), and we’re just about at the next holiday up on the list: St. Patrick’s Day! Yes, March 17 th has long been a time to celebrate Irish culture and heritage, and you’ll certainly find plenty to do for this day in the Bay Area. We’ve gathered a few notable St. Pa trick’s Day 2020 events in San Francisco, CA for you to possibly check out. With St. Patrick’s Day falling on a Tuesday this year, many events take place the weekend before, so be sure to check the days and times carefully! more Did you see the 2020 Toyota Highlander Super Bowl commercial? San Francisco S aint Patrick’s Day Parade 2020 Stepping off at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 14 th, is the 169 th annual Sai nt Patrick’s Day Parade, which promises fun for the whole family! The route runs from Second and Market all the way down to City Hall. Afterwards, the party continues with the annual festival at Civic Center Plaza, where goodies and refreshments will be available until 5 p.m. Patrick’s Pawade -Benefit for Rocket Dog Rescue Get the pooches in on the action, too! On Sunday, March 15 th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Patrick’s Park, join up with fellow dog owners for a canine costume contest, parade, raffle, and more. All of this benefits Rocket Dog Rescue, which is dedicated to saving homeless and abandoned animals from euthanasia and other dire circumstances. Great fun for a great cause! Saint Patrick’s Day 2020 Sunset Sail If you love to sail or just want to be out on a boat to experience the beautiful ocean, you can get your ticket for the Schooner Freda B St. Patrick’s Day Sunset Sail, which runs March 17 th from 6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. St. Patrick’s Day Hotel VIA Rooftop Celebration On Saturday, March 14 th, spend a few hours enjoying live music and fantastic views with the St. Patrick’s Day Hotel VIA Rooftop Celebration! From 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., enjoy delicious food and beverages while you kickstart your Saturday evening! If you decide to go to any of these events, we hope you have a safe and fun time! If you partake in anything where alcoholic beverages are served, please be sure to have a designated driver or use a taxi or rideshare service so you are safe and sound. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

New Year’s Eve 2019 events in San Francisco CA It’s amazing to think that another year has gone by already. Indeed, we are just about ready to say farewell to 2019 as we welcome 2020 with open arms. New Year’s Eve is a big-time celebration night for many people, and San Francisco certainly has more than its share of events taking place to give 2019 one last shout-out. We’ve selected a few New Year’s Eve 2019 events in San Francisco, CA for you to consider. more New Year’s Eve Fireworks These days, no New Year’s Eve/Day celebration is complete without a fireworks display! It’s like the 4 th of July in the middle of winter! At midnight, enjoy the spectacular waterfront fireworks, which can be seen from many different vantage points. Moonlight New Year’s Eve Fireworks Party Cruise One such vantage point where you can see those dazzling fireworks is out in the water on a luxurious yacht! Before the big display, guests can enjoy delicious food and great music. You’ll need tickets for this event, so be sure to reserve them soon! Passport to the World 2020 How about joining what the Huffington Post referred to as the “glitziest” New Year’s Eve party in San Francisco? Take a trip around the world at this extraordinary, upscale festivity without ever leaving the glamorous setting of The Westin St. Francis. New Year’s Eve with Seth MacFarlane and the SF Symphony The “Family Guy” creator doesn’t just do silly voices—he has quite the singing talent, too! Starting at 8PM on New Year’s Eve, enjoy a concert rife with homages to the style of Dean Martin and the like at Davies Symphony Hall. Pier 39 Nightly Tree Lighting While New Year’s Eve means Christmas is in the rearview mirror, you still have a chance to enjoy the decorative scenery by going to the Pier 39 tree lighting show, which is happening nightly through January 5 th. The whole family can enjoy watching the astonishing lights synchronized to holiday music! This is just a taste of what is out there in the Bay Area on New Year’s Eve, but we thought we’d throw a handful of suggestions here for you. Whether you go to one of these or another event, or whether you stay home with the family for a smaller get-together, we hope you have a safe and happy New Year! Start the new year with a new Toyota!

Christmas 2019 events and activities near San Francisco CA Cookies are being frosted, eggnog is being poured, and warm and fuzzy Hallmark movies are being binge-watched on a nightly basis. That’s right, Christmas season is here once again! Many people have their own special traditions for this time of year, but if you are looking for Christmas 2019 events and activities near San Francisco, CA, you are in luck. There’s no shortage of things to do around here! We have a few suggestions. more A Christmas Carol You can see the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and his life-changing visit with spirits of Christmas performed live by a talented cast at Geary Theater. This performance is running on a number of different nights from now through December 23 rd, and you can get tickets for the show here. 2019 Lighted Boat Parade On Friday, December 13 th, take the whole family over to Aquatic Park, PIER 39, the Marina Green, or Crissy Field and watch the beautiful lighted holiday boat parade! The parade sets off at 6:00 p.m. and will last for about two hours. Christmas at Grace Cathedral If you want to infuse your holiday season with more musical Christmas cheer, enjoy Christmas at Grace Cathedral. Several different shows are on the offering, including a sing-along show for children and families as well as Handel’s Messiah performed by American Bach soloists. More information on the shows can be found on the Grace Cathedral website. A Chanticleer Christmas Running December 10 th through the 23 rd, a Chanticleer Christmas gives families an opportunity to see this long-running a cappella group sing your holiday favorites. Bring the whole family to hear familiar tunes and even some new performances from the group. San Francisco Symphony: A Charlie Brown Christmas—Live! “Christmastime is here!” Can’t you just hear the Peanuts gang singing those words? You can experience the classic music from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” with a live performance from the San Francisco Symphony on December 21 st through the 23 rd at Davies Symphony Hall. Purchase tickets here. These are just a few of the wonderful events and activities for Christmas 2019 taking place in San Francisco and the Bay Area this December. If you’re looking for a new car to take to any of these events, view our inventory of new Toyota models for ideas! We hope you have a wonderful and happy holiday season! Read why customers love San Francisco Toyota!