People from San Francisco, both natives and transplants, certainly have their quirks. And it’s pretty easy to spot someone from the city—just take a look at their outfit, how they eat, and what their favorite topics are. Here are a few specific ways you know you’re dealing with a San Franciscan.

  1. They’ll be skillfully dressed in layers, always ready for any type of weather—unless the temperature dips below 50. Then it’s time to freak out a little.

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  1. And those layers will likely include some type of Giants apparel or paraphernalia.

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  1. They’ll be complaining about the cost of living.

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  1. And ask how much your rent or mortgage is.

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  1. They’ll be wondering where they can get the finest single-origin drip coffee in town—and they’ll do whatever it takes to get it ASAP.

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  1. They’ll be requesting extra avocado.

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  1. They’ll be especially concerned if that apple is organic, that beef is grass-fed, and that bread is gluten-free.

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  1. Then they’ll splurge on a really fancy meal, or maybe just a big, sloppy burrito.

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  1. They’ll be discussing the intricacies of microclimates like a meteorologist.

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  1. They’ll happily stand in line for brunch, lunch, or anything really.

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  1. They’ll find any excuse to wear a ridiculous costume.

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  1. They can wax poetic about food and wine for hours.

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  1. They’ll have some sort of electronic device always within reach.

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  1. They’ll be spoiling their dog—more than themselves.

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  1. They’ll tell you where they’re from before you can even guess—that’s how proud San Franciscans are.

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How do you spot someone from San Francisco? And what do you think about these stereotypes?

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Yelp/Elizabeth G.

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