Let me put it this way. When I moved to America from Ireland, I went to Washington DC. When I first saw the Washington Monument, the Capitol, the Lincoln Memorial, the White House.... I was duly…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Gary E. at Yelp.com on September 5, 2008.

Coming from living in Seattle for years, and being a victim of too many tourists ruining EVERYTHING.. I hate tourists. I even hate being a tourist in other cities. I refuse to walk around with a giant…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Mindy W. at Yelp.com on September 5, 2008.

i remember going here when I was a kid. makes me feel old, but otherwise it's a great park...great place to walk your dogs, feed ducks, take pictures...or just pass the time. my sister got into a 3…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by john-michael c. at Yelp.com on September 4, 2008.

This beautiful structure in lush surroundings is awe inspiring. I find it completely easy to lose myself in happy upbeat thoughts here. Whether you go here by yourself, with a loved one, family, out…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Veronica G. at Yelp.com on September 3, 2008.

Using stars consistent with everyone else - NOTE this IS NOT in Laurel Heights as the Yelp map shows - THIS IS DOWNTOWN!

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Monika M. at Yelp.com on September 2, 2008.

I had a massage at Senspa and it was phenomenal. The relief from back pain caused by injury and stress lasted for more than a week, and the experience I had in the four hours that just hung and out…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Sara P. at Yelp.com on September 2, 2008.

Yes, the fields are off limits. Though as I understand it, the City didn't want to fund the area anymore, and a local soccer group essentially purchased the rights to the fields and put up a fence.…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by jen w. at Yelp.com on September 1, 2008.

I'm glad I only had tickets to Friday night. I got my fill of trust fund babies trying to reenact the 60's really quick. The shows were timed too closely together and the stages too far apart to…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Noel M. at Yelp.com on September 1, 2008.

I came here with my boyfriend and puppy yesterday. I wanted to see the amazing cool globes before they disappear; however, my dog thought otherwise. I love that there are so many big dogs here without…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by jen p. at Yelp.com on August 31, 2008.

I moved to the East Coast several years ago and on a recent trip back to San Francisco a friend took us to the Presidio Social Club. If you've ever been to an U.S. Military Officer's Club while…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Martin O. at Yelp.com on August 31, 2008.

Unfortunately I was gone for a week immediately following the festival, but still wanted to get my 2 cents worth in. I went because there were a few bands I really wanted to see (Devandra Barnhart,…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by kimberly v. at Yelp.com on August 30, 2008.

Besides Chrissy Field and ATT Park this is my favorite SF landmark and place to go when I have down time. I remember my first day in the city in 00. I called my friend in Oakland to tell her I was…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Kevin G. at Yelp.com on August 29, 2008.

I like Devendra Banhart, but he didn't played very long. Regina Spektor was a surprise BORE... CAKE continues to entertain and I can't believe I watched Tom Petty for two hours. All in all a good…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Chon Q. at Yelp.com on August 28, 2008.

This is one of those reviews where you get dinged one star simply because you're too good, but too far. Let me sum this up like a 7th grade love letter: "Dear Palace of Fine Arts, Do you love me…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Andrew C. at Yelp.com on August 27, 2008.

Cold War Kids Beck Radiohead Lupe Fiasco Tom Petty Drive by Truckers Widespread Panic Wilcoe Jack Johnson I saw all these shows and a couple saw 3/4 of their show. They were all good. I took the…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Mike M. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

Even though I could not see Thom Yorke at all, and the sound cut out twice and I was almost trampled to death and couldn't breath most of the performance, Radiohead SOUNDED amazing...truly. After an…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by jessica t. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

I only went for Friday, and can only hope it got better the rest of the weekend. Let's start with getting in and out of the park. We took a cab there, and he dropped us off on Lincoln, fairly close…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Tracie B. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

3 stars for AMAZING music, schmancy bathrooms (with TP) in the Visa Signature Lounge, and super-tasty food. Minus two stars for an utter lack of foresight on the part of the organizers. You DIDN'T…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Caitlin M. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

the good: laughing at all you bictching and moaning about the festival. the bad: all you MF'ers on the muni. yes, the world revolves around me.

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by elrod m. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

As much as I can clearly say that I have been to much more wonderful, enjoyable, organized festivals, I truly hope that the Outside Lands gets a chance at redemption next year. It was, after all, a…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Shannon F. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

This review is about the organization of the event - not Radiohead. Radiohead was awesome. We were lucky enough to have a friend playing in a band leave us tickets at will call. We walked into the…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Julie V. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

last everyone said, better planning and this festival can be as good as the other big festivals. but since this is the first year, there are going to be some errors. im glad to be part of history!

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by robert l. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

I had a magical weekend at Outside Lands. Friday was amaazzingg! I loved every second of it. Saturday and Sunday were fun, but maybe I was just spoiled by what a great time I had on Friday. I snuck in…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Katie A. at Yelp.com on August 26, 2008.

I am only compelled to write this because of all the complaints that I've been reading. I went all three days and had a great time seeing bands I've never heard of and enjoying the fact so much…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Mike F. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

Friday. Yeah, I know everyone was there to see Radiohead, but that's no reason to get puking-level trashed and obnoxious during Manu Chao. I love Manu Chao, and I can also appreciate that people were…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Alice P. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

After major deliberations between my checking account and my inner music geek , I decided to purchase tickets for only Friday night. I had, and still have, mixed feelings about my compromise. My…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by James M. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

I attended Outside Lands as a spur of the moment trip...one of my friends had VIP tickets for Saturday and offered to fly me to SF for the weekend. SO...with that in mind, since my ticket was paid…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Lindsey F. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

I wasn't really going to write a review, i just have to comment on all the D-bags crying becuase their cell phones didn't work. Really? I mean come on, you're upset by this? You're in the middle of…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Ryan M. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

I'm glad I went to see Radiohead because I would have regretted for a long, long time. I just wish the festival itself was a little bit more enjoyable. I would have enjoyed it A LOT more if the price…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Farah S. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

Friday review only. 5 stars for Radiohead, even with the sound problems. I've never seen them live and I thought they put on a great show. Manu Chao was fun as well. I only got to see these two bands…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Rekha S. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

Primus Sucks! By far the highlight of the festival for me. I went all three days and would pay $250 again in a heartbeat. Sure there were a few things I didn't like and more than a few shows I…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Brad H. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

Ya know i saw this place on Bay Area Backroads... i gotta say i was quite pleased. First off the location is awesome. Whenever I'm coming into the city to specifically to eat at a restaurant, i…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Greg G. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

Besides all the valid comments from the other folks, I just wanted to say: 1. Food was actually pretty good (if you get there EARLY). We had raw oyster (hog island) and Fatted California sausage…

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by JJ G. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

My review is skewed because I had a fever all weekend. I will say this. It was very nice to have a solid music festival so close to home. This was the main reason I bought the expensive ticket and…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Brandon B. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

A very local SF/Bay feel is what I thought would make this event interesting. Local musicians, local sponsors. The food vendors weren't just hot dogs and junk food. They served from various local…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Daniel L. at Yelp.com on August 25, 2008.

All the bad reviews can be read below. Just had to add my 2 cent in since I dont' write that much on yelp. After Friday night, i realized I'm a huge Radiohead fan. Waited in the ID check line for…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by nathan n. at Yelp.com on August 24, 2008.

awful. everything that went wrong was covered by everyone else, so i won't go into great detail. but my biggest complaints are that there were too many bigger bands playing at the same time (Beck,…

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Jordan S. at Yelp.com on August 24, 2008.

Ok, Outside Lands was far from perfect. But the festival definitely has potential and had a great time due to the following aspects: * I got to the venue at 3:45pm on Friday - the place was empty and…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by phil h. at Yelp.com on August 24, 2008.

I suspect many patrons did not get what they paid for. What with Will Call lines as long as 90 minutes--many people only got to catch one act on opening night--that's not what I bargained for, i.e.…

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Linda Y. at Yelp.com on August 24, 2008.

Without a doubt, THE best store in San Francisco for anything outdoors. You cant go there without buying something. A great place to take overseas visitors simply because of the prices. Always…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by B H. at Yelp.com on August 24, 2008.

OK -- first -- My husband and I are 51 and 50 respectively. Not really the music festival types (well - we were in the 70s and 80s!!) He was not too excited about going. We bought one day tickets…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Gay C. at Yelp.com on August 24, 2008.

Well, I knew Yelp was full of bitchy little whiners (I mean, shit that's what we DO), but I am really surprised at some of these reviews. Did you think you were going to the Symphony? This event drew…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Mike Z. at Yelp.com on August 24, 2008.

Emily and staff provided great service. Best shepards pie this side of the Thames.

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Johnson H. at Yelp.com on August 24, 2008.

Radiohead earns 3 stars. Outside Lands you get nothing. Sound glitches, no banos (3 stalls for 50,000/2 = too many), horrible exit plan... Bah. I'm over it only because I was wrapped in a blanket…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by erica f. at Yelp.com on August 23, 2008.

For Manu Chao and Radiohead only. Fucking magnificent!

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Michelle D. at Yelp.com on August 23, 2008.

very, very poorly organized and outfitted. embarassingly so, given the a-list performers whose perception of Golden Gate Park events has been established by this festival. sound cut out twice during…

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Aaron K. at Yelp.com on August 23, 2008.

I guess enjoyment all depends on expectations and planning. I don't like festival concerts, but for a band like Radiohead you bite the bullet and go anyway. I fully expected it to be crowded and to…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by John S. at Yelp.com on August 23, 2008.

1-day ticket for Outside Lands: $95 Gardenburger: $6 2 Soju Cocktails: $14 Being able to say I went to the first Outside Lands festival: priceless Starting off my review of Outside Lands this way:…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Dyne X. at Yelp.com on August 23, 2008.

So I went last night and I after going to Coachella I was so dissappointed mostly at the people. Everyone was pushing and shoving I ended up hanging out with some young girl and she got push really…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Aerin S. at Yelp.com on August 23, 2008.

Radiohead was fucking brilliant--even though the sound cut out twice, the production of the music is absolutely fantastic--worldclass! A very impressive lineup indeed and a real feather in the cap…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Laurie S. at Yelp.com on August 23, 2008.