Early evening sunsets and the chilly air got you down? With winter comes great gut-warming foods, and Volcano Curry serves up a doozy. Their version of this Japanese staple is so satisfying and hearty you'll start anxiously awaiting "curry weather!"

Price: $7.25

• Outer Richmond

Old fashioned doesn't mean out of date at Joe's. Offering a variety of ice cream treats—from chocolate dipped cones, sundaes, and their version of the It’s It—you'll remember why the oldies really are the goodies.

Price: $2.75

• Outer Richmond

The classic cream puff at Pacific Puffs is a delicate choux pastry encircling Madagascar vanilla bourbon cream and swathed in thick chocolate glaze.

Price: $3.25

• Marina/Cow Hollow

Hit Fraiche when you want to feel indulgent without any of the guilt. One bite of their locally made and sourced, fat-free organic natural frozen yogurt will satiate every craving and make you feel like a do-gooder at the same time.

Price: $4.00

• Lower Pac Heights

Partnered with an espresso shake that makes any late-night jitters worth it, Sociale's "Coffee and Doughnuts" is a menu star at this hidden gem of a restaurant.

Price: $8.00

• Laurel Heights

The ramen at Chotto is Death Row good. As in, it's so good that I want Chotto's ramen for my last meal on this earth.

Price: $12.00

• Marina/Cow Hollow

Pork is the star in the carnitas at Nopalito. Slow-braised until tender and juicy, enveloped by a fresh tortilla, topped with a vibrant pickled cabbage slaw and tangy tomatillo salsa, this carnitas is utterly drool-worthy.

Price: $15.00

• Lower Haight

Fillmore Bakeshop's bread pudding is a heavenly, yet deadly combination of buttery croissants, creamy custard, and tangy fruit. It's a perfect 1-2 (and 3) punch that will take you down with its deliciousness.

Price: $3.50

• Lower Pac Heights

Marina Sub delivers gratifyingly addictive sandwiches. Whether you prefer turkey and cheese, Italiano or meatball, you'll get a toasty sub that will leave you wondering how something so simple could be so fantastic.

Price: $5.35

• Marina/Cow Hollow

Pepples' cinnamon sugar donut takes on a coating of sweet glaze before it gets bathed in aromatic cinnamon and sugar, leaving you totally content. Oh, and it happens to be totally vegan and organic.

Price: $2.00

• Embarcadero

The Ahi Burger at Gott's Roadside will leave you wondering why you ever wanted beef in your burger: an egg bun houses seared Ahi tuna, a sweet and sour slaw, and warming wasabi mayo.

Price: $14.99

• Embarcadero

Perfect alone or with a much-needed caffeinated drink, Miette's gingersnaps give you a gingery jolt that will keep your energy up until the (theoretical) whistle blows.

Price: $7.00

• Multiple Locations

The Red Velvet Cupcake might just be why cupcakes have made a comeback, and the ones at SusieCakes are devilishly delicious.

Price: $3.00

• Marina/Cow Hollow

Your inner child will rejoice when you order the Naughty Nannie—a hot turkey sandwich featuring cream cheese, velvety avocado, their special "bomb" sauce, plus all the sandwich fixings.

Price: $7.99

• Marina/Cow Hollow

If the morning's got you down, a chocolate chip scone from John Campbell's Irish Bakery will give you a boost of optimism…you know, if an abundance of chocolate chips in a delicate scone will do that for you.

Price: $1.75

• Outer Richmond