Tours of the Tales

Mama’s on Washington Square, 1701 Stockton (northwest corner of Filbert and Stockton)

One morning (Tales of the City), Mary Ann went downstairs to Mona’s and Michael’s apartment to see if they wanted to join her for brunch.  They declined.  Mary Ann headed five blocks downhill on Filbert to Mama’s.  The line for Mama’s was long and she considered eating elsewhere when Norman, already in line with Lexy, spotted Mary Ann.  She joined them.  After brunch, Mary Ann, Norman, and Lexy crossed over to Washington Square where Lexy chased pigeons.  Norman also asked Mary Ann if she would accompany him to see a movie.

Mama's on Washington Square

In the “Tales of the City” miniseries, this chance meeting of Mary Ann and Norman is shot near the intersection of 24th Street and Sanchez in Noe Valley. 

Years later (Babycakes), Mary Ann and Simon Bardill ate dinner at Mama’s as the end of Simon’s stay in San Francisco approached.  Brian had driven down the Peninsula to attend a weekend bash at Theresa Cross’ home.  During dinner, Mary Ann suggested they take advantage of Brian’s absence and spend the night together.

There generally is a substantial line at Mama’s on weekend. 

By the way, Mama’s only takes cash and debit cards…no credit cards.