SF’s First Ever “Willie Mays Day” (2/2/24) Honoring SF Giants Legend

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Sunday, February 4th Proclaimed as “Willie Mays Day” in
San Francisco in Honor of Baseball Great

24 Restaurants Citywide Offer Unique “Say Hey” Specials
Honoring #24 on the San Francisco Giants

SAN FRANCISCO (February 1, 2024) – This Sunday, February 4th (2/4/24), marks a special occasion in San Francisco, as 24 restaurants citywide will offer a unique “Say Hey” special, in honor of the legendary baseball great Willie Mays (#24 on the San Francisco Giants).

Sunday has been officially proclaimed by San Francisco Mayor London Breed as “Willie Mays Day,” in honor of baseball legend, #24 Willie Mays. 2.4.24 is a once-in-a-century event, happening for the first time in Willie’s lifetime.

Citywide Celebrations
In celebration, iconic San Francisco landmarks will be decorated to honor the “Say Hey Kid,” an American hero who impacted many generations of people both on and off the field. City Hall will illuminate in orange and black lights, and Willie Mays Plaza – featuring the Willie Mays statue – and Oracle Park will also be lit up to celebrate Willie. A special banner will hang from the 24 palm trees outside Oracle Park and the scoreboard will commemorate 2.4.24 throughout the day. The Thrive City Plaza video board at Chase Center will also pay tribute.

Cable Car #24 will ride down the iconic San Francisco hills, and SFMTA will ring the bell 24 times at the Hyde Street Stop at 2:24 pm. Fans are encouraged to attend dressed in Giants gear.

24 businesses throughout San Francisco will honor the American icon with Say Hey Specials throughout the day.

Restaurant Activations
• For world-renowned pizzaiolo Tony Gemignani, Willie Mays has been an inspiration since 1961, when Tony bought his very first baseball card of the iconic player, one that he has cherished ever since. On 2/4/24, also known as Willie Mays Day, Slice House by Tony Gemignani will offer an extra special slice that pays homage to the beloved San Francisco Giants and Willie Mays iconic jersey number. Inspired by Willie’s love of southern comfort food, the “Say Hey Sicilian” is a premium slice with fried chicken cutlets, house made spicy link sausage, fresh mozzarella, vodka sauce, and topped with oregano, pecorino, garlic oil, parsley, and mashed sweet potato – which is orange, paying an homage to the San Francisco Giants. The slice will be offered at Slice House in San Francisco, next door to Tony’s Pizza Napoletana in North Beach, from Saturday, February 3rd to Monday, February 5th for $6 a slice (Willie’s number 24 added together).

• Michael Mina and Ayesha Curry’s International Smoke celebrates Willie Mays Day with a Pigs in a Blanket and Midnight in Oaxaca special for $24.24.  The Midnight in Oaxaca is a mezcal cocktail that has charcoal in it to make it black and is garnished with a dehydrated orange and Pigs in a Blanket is a perfect baseball food featuring bratwurst wrapped in pastry dough with truffle butter and a dijonnaise sauce on the side.

• Along the Embarcadero, Waterbar and EPIC Steak will also pay tribute. Both restaurants will be lit up with an orange glow to honor #24. “Waterbar and EPIC Steak are honored to be a part of Willie Mays Day on 2/4/24, supporting a true San Francisco legend,” said Pete Sittnick, managing partner of the restaurants located on San Francisco’s Embarcadero. “His playing career was a true inspiration to us all and he represents the grit and determination of the City of San Francisco. We are happy to showcase our food and hospitality as a special tribute to his greatness.”

• EPIC Steak is offering the EPIC “Say Hey Special” – EPIC Steak Burger, Budweiser (beer) and Brownie for $24 – and a “Say Hey” Sipper, a cocktail of Catedral Espadin Mezcal, Aperol, tamarind & lemon.

• Waterbar’s “Say Hey Special” will include 24 oysters of the day for $24 and a zero-proof beverage “Willie’s Way,” featuring the Dos Flores, since Willie does not consume alcoholic beverages, but the restaurant will also offer “Have It Your Way!” for guests who are looking to add a splash of buzz.

• Bistro Boudin in Fisherman’s Wharf will offer their famous cioppino and are also baking a Giants Sourdough Bread shaped as a 24 Jersey that will be on view at Boudin Bakery downstairs.

• Scoma’s in Fisherman’s Wharf is offering a pre-fixe special menu, a choice of Caesar Salad with Gulf Prawns, Scoma’s Pappardelle Bolognese, or Fresh Fish o’Flounder Sandwich with choice of beer or wine for $24.24.

• Woodhouse Fish Co. is offering a $24.24 Fresh Dungeness Crab.

• John’s Grill will offer a $2.40 Fried Chicken Sandwich at lunch.

• Queen’s Po Boy Cafe on the Embarcadero is offering $2.40 beignets.

• Yank Sing is offering a giant $24 combination plate of 4 BBQ pork buns, 2 egg tarts and 2 sesame balls.

• Firenze By Night is offering special gnocchi for $24.24.

• Compton’s Coffee is offering a $2.40 cup of coffee at both of their locations.

• Trick Dog is offering a QD Mission Dog, Fries, and Fort Point Beer for $24.

• Fang owner and Chef Kathy Fang has created a savory egg custard dish with duck and clams for $24.24.

• Holbrook House is introducing the “Say Hey Martini,” a tribute to the legendary Willie Mays and his remarkable 660 home runs. This 6.60oz masterpiece is a harmonious blend of Alabaman and Bay Area vodkas, celebrating Mays’ roots in Alabama and his iconic years playing in San Francisco. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the ballpark with a garnish of pickled garlic, a nod to the beloved garlic fries that have become a staple at baseball stadiums and accompanied by a decadent caviar bump. Sip and savor the essence of baseball history with each carefully crafted sip, raising a glass to the Say Hey Kid’s unforgettable legacy. $24.24 all month long.

• Cultivar is offering signature reds, whites and rosé for $24.24 a bottle and French fries for $2.40.

• Hi Dive is offering $2.40 Tacos.

• Atwater is offering a burger and a beer for $24.

• SiNombre will offer $24 bottles of Prosecco.

• SF Athletic Club is offering $24 Pitchers, and 24 wings for $24.

• Choux is offering a special “Say Hey” box of treats for $24.

• Bus Stop is offering $2.40 domestic beer.

• Blue Light is offering 24% off the price of a patrons first drink when they “Say Hey.”

• Mission Bowling Club is offering $2.40 bowling shoe rental for the day.

The effort to unite the restaurant and bar community to honor Mays in San Francisco was created and executed by Adam Swig, founder and executive director of the California nonprofit Value Culture. Swig came up with the idea for Willie Mays Day. “When I saw 2.4.24 on the calendar, I said that’s Willie’s Day, he is the iconic #24, the original. He made it cool, this is his day,” said Swig. “Willie is the greatest baseball player of all time, an American icon, a living legend, a great human being and friend. He’s also a big foodie and it’s awesome that the community has come together to celebrate our San Francisco G.O.A.T. San Francisco loves Willie Mays!”

All are invited to participate in the day sharing photos and experiences using the #WillieMaysDay and #SayHey24 and wearing Giants and Willie Mays gear. All San Francisco and businesses in the area are encouraged to join the celebration and offer Say Hey Specials throughout the day.

On Willie Mays Day, we celebrate the grace, the dignity and, most of all, the joy that Willie exudes wherever he goes. On top of the Say Hey Specials, many of the businesses are offering partial proceeds of the specials sales to the Willie Mays Scholars program launched back in 2021 by the Giants Community Fund launched in honor of Willie’s love for kids, a needs-based scholarship available to Black 9th and 11th graders living in San Francisco. Applications for the 2024 Willie Mays Scholars are now open.

A full list of all participating restaurants is below:

ATWater Tavern
Bistro Boudin at Fisherman’s Wharf
Blue Light
Bus Stop
Choux
Compton’s Coffee
Cultivar
EPIC Steak
FANG
Firenze By Night
Hi Dive
Holbrook House
International Smoke
John’s Grill
Mission Bowling Club
Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy Cafe
San Francisco Athletic Club (SFAC)
Scoma’s Fisherman’s Wharf
SiNombre
Tony’s Coal Fired Pizza and Slice House
Trick Dog
Waterbar
Woodhouse Fish Co.
Yank Sing

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.

Cost: FREE
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