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Hello breakfast? This place gives Dottie's a run for its money and it's right around the corner!
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Canteen
Cuisine: Californian
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Tenderloin |
10/21/2007
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This is a grease trap. They are a stones throw from the ocean, yet none of the seafood is served fresh. I do like that they make the waiters do stupid songs and dances, they also have a cruel sense of birthday humiliation. yeah for that.
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Joe's Crab Shack
Cuisine: Seafood American (Traditional) Fajitas
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Fishermans Wharf |
10/21/2007
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SF oldest restaurant has a lot of charm, but the menu and foods are pretty old fashioned. Can't go wrong with fresh seafoods, but the flavors aren't integrated. And the rice custard pudding was putrid. I told our server and he was sorry I didn't like it but didn't offer to replace it or take it off the bill. Oh well. None of this will stop me from going back.
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Tadich Grill
Cuisine: Seafood American (Traditional)
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Downtown |
2/27/2007
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Eclectic with a STRONG Spanish influence. We really liked our meal! arugula artichoke salad and a real paella. dessert was an ice cream sandwich. If I lived around there I could see myself becoming a regular.
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Triptych
Cuisine: Fusion
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SoMa |
2/27/2007
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I loved it! Chinese comfort food. I just wish it was closer to my home.
I could eat there everyday.
I didn't love the peanut noodles - the potstickers/dumplings and So Wings are all really safe bets.
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So
Cuisine: chinese
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Inner Sunset |
9/14/2006
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kinda hip, very delicious!
Range, like stovetop get it? not "free range", not "home on the range".
They did win best pastry chef, so leave room!
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Range
Cuisine: American (New)
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Mission |
8/24/2006
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This place disappointed me in as many ways as it impressed me. Overall, it's good, not great. The location is convenient if you're seeing a show, and for that reason, I'll probably go back.
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Soluna Cafe and Lounge
Cuisine: Californian
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Civic Center |
7/29/2006
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Not just for sweets. Go for lunch, I love the portobello mushroom sandwich on chessey bread. so good, and relatively healthy (I think).
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Noe Valley Bakery & Bread Co
Cuisine: Bakeries
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Noe Valley |
4/3/2006
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Yum! This comes from a girl who hates chains, but this place has great steaks, and they don't try to do much else. I highly recommend it.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House
Cuisine: Steakhouses
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Polk St./Van Ness |
4/3/2006
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Good sauce, good (string) cheese, excellent crust...nuf said.
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North Beach Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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North Beach |
4/3/2006
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This place loves to use unusual ingredients, which normally I'm a fan of, but it freaks some people out (things like bone marrow). The menu is limited, and heavy. Also I'll never forget my salty salad. When I sent it back (which I NEVER do) the waiter returned from the kitchen to question my assessment: "you know the cheese in the salad is rather salty". I was mortified. Yes, cheese is salty, but in this case your chef is heavy handed with his seasoning. For all these reasons, the restaurant is just alright.
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Incanto
Cuisine: Italian
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Noe Valley |
4/3/2006
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Diner food, open late, servers have lots of character. Wat's not to like?
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Orphan Andy's
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Castro |
10/8/2005
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Good for drinks, I'd find a different spot for dinner.
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Harvey's
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Hamburgers
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Castro |
10/8/2005
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I like the simple menu and have always found the food good. This is a bit of a chain now, there is one at the Metreon and one at the airport, maybe more?
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Firewood Cafe
Cuisine: Californian Italian Pizza
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Castro |
10/8/2005
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Pizza by the slice after night of drinking...hello it's devine!
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Escape From NY Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Castro |
10/8/2005
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I went the other night and had a GREAT time. Good food, fun cocktails. Everyone there seemed to be having a good time - including the servers.
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Catch
Cuisine: Mediterranean Seafood Brunch
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Castro |
10/8/2005
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Go here before doing your grocery shopping at Safeway. You know what they say about shopping hungry... :)
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Burgermeister
Cuisine: Hamburgers Niman Ranch beef
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Castro |
10/8/2005
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This place has a really nice atmosphere. The food was fine, but I think I'd go there to start an evening of drinking in the mission rather than for a nice meal.
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Medjool
Cuisine: Mediterranean Tapas Small Plates
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Mission |
10/8/2005
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Their fish tacos are baja style, battered and fried fish over a bed of shredded cabbage in corn tortilla served with lime wedges and spice mayonese sauce. Yes, it's greasy, but for those who've spend a good amount of time in So Cal, its authentic nostalgia! Mmmm Mmmm Good!
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Rubio's Baja Grill
Cuisine: Mexican
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Downtown |
10/8/2005
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You can please everyone here, carnivores, veggies, dieters, broke friends... Their menu delights me, and they have outdoor seating out back!
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Asqew Grill
Cuisine: Californian
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Castro |
10/8/2005
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This place is great. I don't think it's fair to "neutral" reviews based on the popularity (long lines), just be forwarned, or go on a weekday. The thing is all those other people in line clearly think it's worth it! Don't hold that against the restaurant.
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Boogaloos
Cuisine: Californian
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Mission |
10/8/2005
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There is great variety of Vegitarian dished here: Asian, Mexican, Italian... but none are great, and several aren't even good.
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Herbivore
Cuisine: Vegetarian
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Mission |
10/8/2005
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I have never had a bad experience here. One piece of advice, Don't order something you think you know. This is Burmese, not Indian or Thai, you will be disappointed. Instead just close your eyes and point at something, and it will be delicious!
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Burma Superstar
Cuisine: Burmese
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Inner Richmond |
10/8/2005
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These people are crazy. How many places in SF can you sit outside next to the water have a nice meal and a cold beer for a resonable price? The Ramp is awesome. You know what, never mind, if they don't like it just leaves more change for a table for the rest of us.
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The Ramp
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Hamburgers
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Potrero Hill |
6/6/2005
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I was super skeptical because I don't go to the Pier 30 and Ghiradelli Square tourist restaurants as a rule. We were greeted with a "we can't seat you until your whole party is here" even though we were a group of 12 and had trouble finding each other in the crowd. When we finally were seated, The room looked amazing. the view is top notch. The menu read very well, I was ready to eat my words. Not so fast. The service was WAY slow, we were seated 45 minutes before we got our drinks and ordered. To be expected for a large table? only in sub par restaurants. Even though the menu is gigantic- they serve every kind of fish you've ever heard of, several of us ordered the same things, and yet they were inconsistent. My Ono was overcooked, but fine, my neighbors was so dry we HAD to send it back. If you have to go; The wine list was great, and I recommend the Ahi. Skip dessert and head to Ghiradelli for a sundae! YUM!
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McCormick & Kuleto's
Cuisine: Seafood
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Fishermans Wharf |
4/22/2005
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If only I could eat this everyday! Don't bother dining in, just get the take out. The potatoes and veggies are SO good, but the chicken is the star of the show. I think they have other things on the menu...but why bother. I go for the chicken!
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Gira Polli
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
4/22/2005
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I cannot rave enough uncle vitos! I lived a few blocks from there and moved away. I still long for their hot sandwiches, pizza, and pasta delivered right to my front door. everything is so good. It's definitely one of the best pizza places in the city, but I also love love love the eggplant parmaseana hot sandwich. When you order from there as much as I did, you end up trying everything. I also recommend the pasta special. Whatever it is. And the burgers and fries are top notch too. Worth going out of your way for!
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Uncle Vito's Pizzeria
Cuisine: Italian Pizza
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Nob Hill |
3/15/2005
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Maybe I'm just not a fan of Mediterranean food, but I don't like raisins in my rice or suprizes. It's just not so good to me. I did enjoy the flaffel salad, but would rather get that at a shwarma shop.
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La Mediterranee
Cuisine: Mediterranean Middle Eastern
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Castro |
3/9/2005
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I love this place. Sophisticated food, comfortable environment. If I lived nearby I'd be there all the time. It is on the small side, so do make reservations.
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Tablespoon
Cuisine: American (New)
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Polk St./Van Ness |
3/9/2005
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Casual French bistro with some inventive dishes. I think it's great!
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Zazie
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
3/7/2005
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Everything is yummy! It (can be) a light healthy flavorful lunch. go when it's not crowded.
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Chez Nous
Cuisine: Mediterranean Small Plates
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Pacific Heights |
3/7/2005
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I've walked by this place a hundred times, and finally walked in- boy am I glad I did! It's a brew pub so the menu has standard fare, but it's haight street, so they serve "free range buffalo wings" :)
I saw dates there, groups of friends, and even families with small children. It's a perfect environment for a simple casual dinner.
The beers are british style (cask brewed) and task really authentic, but I had the home brewed orange creme soda (no orange food coloring, but all the flavor).
I will absolutely return.
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Magnolia Pub & Brewery
Cuisine: Organic Pub Food
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
3/3/2005
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I'm not sure I'd use the words "fine dining", but it is high end. The menu reads like a dream, but when they came to the table they were sometimes dry, sometimes salty. Perhaps it was just an off night? The ambiance was great.
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Venticello Ristorante
Cuisine: Italian
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Nob Hill |
3/3/2005
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Totally old style Italian fare. Everything was as it should be. I'm a little surprised this place is still in business considering all the competition, but I hope it hangs in there for years to come. (certainly beats Fuzio, Pasta Pom or other pasta chains in the neighborhood).
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E'Angelo
Cuisine: Italian
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Marina |
3/1/2005
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I found this place surprisingly good. It's a perfect first date restaurant. Loud enough to feel like somethings going on, but quiet enough to have a conversation. I remember loving our server and the art.
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Eastside West
Cuisine: Californian Seafood
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Cow Hollow |
3/1/2005
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This little chain has lots of gourmet goodies. I love to grab sandwiches from here before ball games and let everyone around us drool over our shoulders.
I also highly recommend their frozen lasagnas and eggplant parmasiana. An instant meal that your guests will beleive you slaved over because it tastes too good to be frozen.
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A. G. Ferrari Foods
Cuisine: Italian Deli
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SoMa |
3/1/2005
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It's always weird to be one of the only tables in a large dining room. But the food is good. Just not better than other thai spots...
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Thai House
Cuisine: Thai
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Castro |
2/27/2005
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If you aren't familiar with Indonesian Food you should definitly give it a try.
It's known for sweet and spicy flavors. Personally I love it. I like the Bakmi Goreng or the Gado Gado.
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Borobudur
Cuisine: Indonesian
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Tenderloin |
2/27/2005
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I'm not sure if this place will survive, but I went with friends, we got the crab platter (I know you are supposed to get steak) and it was wonderful. Our server was fun. I just don't know about the decor/theme...
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Boboquivari's
Cuisine: Steakhouse Crab Seafood
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Marina |
2/26/2005
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It's not good caribean food, but the american food with caribean spices is yum yum yum. Sit on their back patio and wash it down with a Red Stripe. That's good stuff!
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Primo Patio Cafe
Cuisine: Caribbean
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Pacific Bell Park/South Beach |
2/26/2005
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The ambiance sucks, the food is swimming in sauce, but I still like it. They serve it up with slices of white bread- I think that's cute. Grab some to go and have a picnic.
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Big Nate's BBQ
Cuisine: Barbecue BBQ
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SoMa |
2/26/2005
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So pizza can vary so widely. Here it's a super thin crispy crunchy crust. I happen to like that kind of thing. One of their combos has chicken and lemon oil(?). I LOVE it! It doesn't have tomato sauce, so I know some purists would say that's not pizza, but whatever it is--It's good!
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Amici's East Coast Pizzeria
Cuisine: pizza
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Cow Hollow |
2/26/2005
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It's chinese food without the grease. Try something new.
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Eliza's
Cuisine: Chinese
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Pacific Heights |
2/26/2005
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Great New York Deli type food but modified to a Californian sensibility. I'm surprised to read so much talk about the lobster, I always think of burgers or steak sandwiches (or sunday brunch- YUM!)
Consistent, good, friendly food in a fun environment.
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Perry's
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Comfort Food
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Cow Hollow |
2/26/2005
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It took a while for me to try this place because well, when in North Beach, I'm not exactly thinking asian fusion...
But the food was really great. I had only specials, and the tempura lobster tail was really out of this world!
I liked the service too.
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The HOUSE
Cuisine: Pan-Asian Pacific Rim
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North Beach |
2/26/2005
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I had a lovely meal there. Two of us shared 4 small plates, which was actually 1 plate too many portion-wise. Everything was tasty, and I really liked the diversity of flavors. This place is worth giving a try.
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Destino
Cuisine: Nuevo Latino Tapas
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Castro |
2/7/2005
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You know, the salad bar wasn't bad either, but DO NOT come if you are a vegetarian. It's a meat lover kind of spot.
At first I thought they were being stingy and slow with the meats, but then it just kept coming, you get meat overload! who doesn't want to experience that?
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Espetus Churrascaria
Cuisine: Brazilian
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Civic Center |
2/5/2005
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Salads, crepes, and french fries. Nothing is particularly great, but I like that you can sit out back, and I like the fun dipping sauces for your fries.
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Frjtz Fries
Cuisine: Belgian
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Hayes Valley |
2/5/2005
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Go to Thirsty Bear first, but if you can't get a table go to Chevy's!
It's consistent and good. but the margarita are weak. And the Mexican Party Bus leaves from here on Saturday nights!
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Chevy's Fresh Mex
Cuisine: Tex Mex
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Civic Center |
2/5/2005
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Fluffy crust, rubber cheese, greasy topping. Head down the street to Escape from New York!
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Fat Slice Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
2/5/2005
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It's all of the things people are saying, but I like it. I like the pomegranate margarita. The apprizers are frequently more impressive than the mains. And I like checking out my Chinese horoscope on the way to the restroom...
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E&O Trading Co.
Cuisine: Asian Southeast Asian
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Downtown |
2/5/2005
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Really it's hit or miss. What once was great is now too popular for it's own good.
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House of Nanking
Cuisine: Chinese
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Chinatown |
2/5/2005
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It's a chain. Need I say more?
Good enough that people go back, nothing original or unique.
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Houston's Restaurant
Cuisine: American
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Embarcadero |
2/5/2005
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This place makes me smile. The servers still where tux's but it's in the loin, and they are serving greasy dishes slathered in red sauce. It's the perfect spot before or after a low budget play at one of the surrounding theaters.
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Original Joe's
Cuisine: Italian American (Traditional)
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Tenderloin |
2/5/2005
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This place is in a lesser known area, but it's no secret. The food is super yummy!
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Universal Cafe
Cuisine: American (New)
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Mission |
2/5/2005
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You can't beat the prices, and the food it yummy!
BYOB if you are so inclined.
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Naan 'n Curry
Cuisine: Pakistani Indian
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Inner Sunset |
2/5/2005
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Healthy and tasty sums it up pretty good. I get a half order (1 kebab) and it fills me up just right for the right price.
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Asqew Grill
Cuisine: Californian
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Marina |
2/5/2005
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You are paying for the view (which is almost worth it! but not on a foggy night) The food and service suck. Especially because they are trying to be a "fine dining" spot.
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Carnelian Room
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Downtown |
2/5/2005
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Totally fun kitschy spot. And the food is not bad. A good birthday party place.
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El Mansour
Cuisine: Moroccan
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Outer Richmond |
2/5/2005
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Yummy comforting heart dishes. Good ambiance, good service, right off union square. It's a good bet!
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Scala's Bistro
Cuisine: French Italian
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Downtown |
2/5/2005
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I don't know that the food it that great, but I have good memories Surrounding this place. We go there for beers and calamari after walking ocean beach. I'm just glad it's there....
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Beach Chalet Brewery
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Outer Richmond |
2/5/2005
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I think this is one of my favorite restaurants, though I really like Crustacean better because the location (they are pretty much the same restaurant). Don't bother ordering anything except the Roast crab and the garlic noodles!! (I also like the orange or lemon creme for desert, frequently I get one of each). If you think it's too pricey trying splitting a crab with your dinner guest. I LOVE IT!
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Thanh Long
Cuisine: Vietnamese Seafood
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Outer Sunset |
2/5/2005
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A tourist trap. Nothing more, nothing less. It's totally possible to have a fun night and a good meal, but with all the other great North Beach spots this does not rank high on my list.
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Stinking Rose
Cuisine: Italian Californian
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North Beach |
2/5/2005
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It's really good, for the price!! and BYOB if you want to do that...
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Naan 'n Curry
Cuisine: Pakistani Indian
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North Beach |
2/5/2005
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OMG NO! I cannot stand this place. The food sucks, the prices are high and portions are ridiculously large (after the soup AND salad AND breadsticks!)
You know when I was in college we'd consider this a nice dinner out (we'd get just the salad and breadsticks for like $5) but we were in Arizona! If you are in San Francisco there is NO reason to be going here!!
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Olive Garden
Cuisine: Italian
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Outer Sunset |
2/5/2005
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Worth trying. I believe it is San Francisco's only Nepalese restaurant.
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Little Nepal
Cuisine: Nepalese
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Bernal Heights |
2/5/2005
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The large square table in the middle gives you the feeling of eating in your own home. Our group of 8 loved it!
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Piperade
Cuisine: Spanish
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Downtown |
2/5/2005
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I like the party ambiance! Bring friends, do the small sharing plates, and full pitchers of Sangria and let the party begin! If you're at the one in the mission you can bar hop from there...
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Cha Cha Cha
Cuisine: Caribbean Tapas
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Mission |
2/5/2005
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I think this place is good. It's not greek salads and falaffel, it's upscale. I've always liked what I've ordered, and can't pass on the greek coffee (thick like tar). This place is good for groups!
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Kokkari Estiatorio
Cuisine: Greek Mediterranean
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Downtown |
2/5/2005
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You know, they say they've used the same griddle since the place opened which was several decades ago! but I think it's the secret to their perfect fluffy pancakes. Everything on the menu is good, and though you may have to wait for a table (it's pretty small) it's no where near the lines of other breakfast spots (Dotty's/Ella's). I won't say its as good as those places, but still very good. Mmmmmmmm Pancakes.....
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It's Tops Coffee Shop
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Upper Market/Church Street |
2/5/2005
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You know, JohnnyCan really nailed the experience, but I have to give it a positive review! It's so original! Such a fun experience!
A great place to go for a date, especially if you don't tell the other person anything about it: When you park at fisherman's wharf they'll be scared, when you walk down the boat dock they'll be confused, when you take the boat to the island they will laugh!! It's fab!
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Forbes Island
Cuisine: French Californian
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Fishermans Wharf |
2/5/2005
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GIANT New York style sandwiches. And everything is good! But not necessarily good value.
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Max's Opera Cafe
Cuisine: Deli Dessert
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Civic Center |
1/30/2005
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I think it's historic. Other than that there is not much going for it.
Except I love the (hard to find elsewhere)spumoni ice cream.
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Capp's Corner
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
1/30/2005
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One thing you have to do while in SF is eat at AsiaSF. Not for the food, but the show. It's perfectly kitschy. And you can burn off dinner dancing the night away downstairs.
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AsiaSF
Cuisine: Californian Asian
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SoMa |
1/30/2005
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Blondies can't be beat for a BIG greasy slice. I have a hard time walking by without walking in (even if I've just eaten!)
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Blondie's Pizza
Cuisine: pizza
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Downtown |
1/30/2005
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I have to concur with the great cause, so-so food theme. But I'll also point out that it is perfectly situated for an after dinner stroll along the embarcadero.
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Delancey Street
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Embarcadero |
1/30/2005
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Oh my god it's good! and cheap! The whole place is covered in a film of grease that really only adds to the ambiance in my book...
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Naan n' Curry
Cuisine: Pakistani Indian
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Tenderloin |
1/30/2005
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Lori's can't compete with Mel's except it rarely has lines! After a night at the bars, this place will do you right. All the diner favorites are there.
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Lori's Diner
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Coffee Shops/Diners
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Downtown |
1/30/2005
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The line can be absurd and you have to fight for a table, but nobody does fudge sundaes better. Be sure to check out the chocolate factory in the back.
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Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop
Cuisine: Ice Cream
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Fishermans Wharf |
1/30/2005
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This is one of those places that has been there long enough to fall in and out of fashion. But I think it's nice and reliable with yummy Italian inspired dishes. Great place to refuel after a long day of shopping.
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Kuleto's
Cuisine: Italian
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Downtown |
1/30/2005
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Quirky spot with yummy sandwiches. I'm always the only one in there, so I wonder how it stays in business, but the place is clean and food is fresh!
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Toy Boat Dessert Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shop Dessert Ice Cream
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Inner Richmond |
1/30/2005
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This is my little fantasy spot. During the boom they could get away with their whole velvet ropes and "reserved" tables. Now it's a little more accessible for us everyday folk. But still, you can feel pretty glamorous on your velvet sofa sipping champagne...
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The Bubble Lounge Champagne Bar
Cuisine: Small Plates Dessert
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Downtown |
1/30/2005
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You know, I'm just over the whole bar-b-que sauce or hoisin pizza.
The crust is good, but paalleeesssee, enough already.
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California Pizza Kitchen
Cuisine: Californian Pizza
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Civic Center |
1/30/2005
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A little oasis just outside the Presidio. Great beers, and good food with outdoor seating if the weather is good. You're sure to make new friends here.
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Liverpool Lil's
Cuisine: English Pub Food
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Marina |
1/30/2005
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Total indulgiant guilty pleasure. It fits all stereotypes of the greasy diner, but this place has a cult like fan base. When you are going to go there, do it right! I always get the patty melt and strawberry shake (excellent shakes) with a side of onion rings!
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Bill's Place
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Outer Richmond |
1/30/2005
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I love the casualness of this place. Perfect for outdoor dining on sunny day. Go just to get a coffee drink and catch up with a girl friend, or have a meal. The food feels home cooked- just like my momma used to make. Just so you aren't confused: yes there are two separate lines, and you have to stand in each. But then they'll bring your food to your table.
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Cafe Flore
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Castro |
1/30/2005
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I think most people stick to what they are familiar with, but I HIGHLY recommend the butternut squash ravioli in sage butter sauce! My friend and I split an oder with the grilled asparagus appetizer almost weekly.
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Pasta Pomodoro
Cuisine: Italian
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Cow Hollow |
1/30/2005
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Square Pizza? don't be afraid! It's actually authentic. That's how they serve it in rome.
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Golden Boy Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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North Beach |
1/30/2005
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Fun atmosphere, and one of there very few places in the city where I would say it's okay to take kids. Yes good for large groups! The menu is limited, but whatever you order will be good (not great). It's reliable is the gist of what I'm getting at.
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Eddie Rickenbacker's
Cuisine: American Pub Fare
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Downtown |
1/30/2005
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Somehow I rarely walk by without buying a cookie, but everyone is right, they really aren't that great. Ms Feilds at the mall has them beat. Some advise: always ask what's still warm. (warm cookies are always that much better). And do not get suckered into buying the cookie penis. It's really not tasty and very expensive.
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Hot Cookie
Cuisine: Bakeries Hot Cookies
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Castro |
1/30/2005
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It's curious, there are 2 others pizza places on the same block of Divis but Little Star can't be compared to them, or any other pizza place in the city for that matter. Zachary's in Berekeley is the only real contender. The pie was deep dish perfection, but the ambiance is missing something...
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Little Star Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Western Addition |
1/30/2005
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I could recommend a dozen or so better French Bistros in the city (okay, Bistro Clement, and B44 if you want me to name a couple). It's perfectly fine, but as iluomo points out- The parking is hell!
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Hyde Street Bistro
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Russian Hill |
1/30/2005
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Another neighborhood with soo many choices, Isa is easily overlooked. But do give it a try. If you don't see many people in the dinning room it's because they are all out back on the year round patio. It's definitely the place be!
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Isa
Cuisine: French
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Marina |
1/30/2005
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I loved this place. I should point out that a bowl of ramen is my definition of comfort food. But the sushi is good too, the servings are monstrous! (no, you don't need an appetizer) but the food is wholesome tasty goodness. There are so many great choices in that neighborhood, but this place is definitely worth checking out! (expect a short wait).
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Hotei Restaurant
Cuisine: Japanese Noodle Shops Sushi
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Inner Sunset |
1/30/2005
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I LOVE this chain. I wish there were more of them. Soup is so comforting, and theirs are so healthy and tasty.
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San Francisco Soup Company
Cuisine: Soups
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Downtown |
1/10/2005
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I know this place has great dim sum during peak hours, but the lines are soooo long! tour buses even stop off there. I thought maybe going off-peak would be my little secret, but the selection is so much smaller and what does come is greasy instead of fresh and crisp. Over all not worth it.
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Ton Kiang
Cuisine: Dim Sum Chinese
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Outer Richmond |
1/10/2005
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This is a great place for a party because it's so large, but terrible for a private meal. It's crowded and noisy, and somewhat unwelcoming as you wait for a table.
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Thirsty Bear Brewing Co.
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas
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SoMa |
12/21/2004
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I recently went back after a long time and the menu did not live up to my memories, or the hype. They gave me free coffee while I waited, so they scored points there, but there a better places for brunch. I had a bite of the chicken hash, and thought it was excellent. That's what I'll order if I go back.
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Ella's Restaurant
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Presidio Heights |
12/21/2004
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I went here before the symphony. There aren't many good restaurants in that area, so this is a welcome addition. It's mediterainian inspired, but upscale, not falafel. I had a pomegranate chicken dish and just about licked my plate.
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paul k
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Hayes Valley |
12/21/2004
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Order anything, it will be great! The prices are a little high, but what really bummed me out was the noise level.
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Eos Restaurant & Wine Bar
Cuisine: Californian Asian Fusion
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
12/21/2004
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Yummy Salads and crepes, but of course you go for the fries which come with a choice of over a dozen sauces instead of just ketchup.
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Frjtz Fries
Cuisine: Belgian
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Fishermans Wharf |
12/21/2004
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I like the casual atmosphere, and the special cocktails, but overall this place is just average. Tasty (Homey) food. reasonable prices.
Try it for breakfast on the weekends.
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Home
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Castro |
12/21/2004
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Gorgeous bar! (and servers.) A great place to take out of towners because it's sure to impress. Except of Fridays or Saturdays when it get too crowded.
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Clift Hotel Redwood Room
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Downtown |
12/21/2004
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I finally went to Barneys after hearing time and again it is arguably the best burger in SF...well, I sure hope not. The menu offers a dozen or so burger variations (I has the parisienne; burger with blue cheese, and pickled onions on a baguette) but the meat patty is just average. I did however REALLY enjoy the onion rings!
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Barney's Gourmet Hamburger
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Marina |
12/21/2004
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Really great food! Everything is fresh and crisp and not greasy. The flavors really shine, and the staff is super friendly. I so overjoyed they will deliver to me, as I'm well over 2 miles away.
My favorites are the pork and green beans, and the tangerine beef.
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Melisa's Chinese Cuisine
Cuisine: Chinese
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Inner Richmond |
12/21/2004
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The menu doesn't do justice to the food. It is fanominal!
A real shock for ghiradelli square. The prices are on the higher side, but I thought it was worth it. A great place for a date.
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ANA MANDARA
Cuisine: French (New) Vietnamese
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Fishermans Wharf |
12/15/2004
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Okay, it is over-priced, and the service is sub-par for the prices, but the food really is amazing! There is definitely something special about their dishes- especially the burger. I like it for lunch, I feel very cosmopolitan sitting by the window sipping wine...
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Zuni Cafe
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Hayes Valley |
12/15/2004
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Found on the happening area of Haight street, I thought this place was great for some authentic casual mexican (taqueria.) Most notable is the multiple vergitarian options for your burritto (not just one like most other places.)
I like to sit in the loft and look over the kitchen while I eat.
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El Balazo
Cuisine: Mexican
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
12/2/2004
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Excellent value, and something on the menu for everyone (comfort food).
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Chow
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Upper Market/Church Street |
11/15/2004
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This is a great find. I'd be impressed if someone took me for a date.
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Brazenhead
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Steakhouse
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Marina |
11/15/2004
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Everything is YUMMY!
Good place for a "coffee date".
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Sweet Inspirations
Cuisine: Bakery
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Castro |
11/15/2004
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A parisienne experience in SF. Great coffee, pastries, and sandwiches (tartines). But what I really think it's worth going for is the homemade jam!
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Tartine Bakery
Cuisine: Bakeries
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Mission |
11/15/2004
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Giant portions! Good Food! Good margaritas!
I think it has a fun atmosphere too.
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Tia Margarita
Cuisine: Mexican
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Outer Richmond |
11/15/2004
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Oh man! This is the spot! delicious!
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Chino's Taqueria
Cuisine: Mexican
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Outer Richmond |
11/15/2004
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The best burritos in my opinion.
I always take out of towners here on the way back to the airport. (Give them a reason to come back!)
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La Taqueria
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
11/15/2004
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Who wants portions this big? and the menu is like a novel, you have to reference page numbers to let others know what you are odering. The cheesecake is damn good!
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Cheesecake Factory, The
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Dessert
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Downtown |
10/11/2004
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Heavenly! Don't bother the with the menu,just get the garlic crab with the garlic noodles like all the other diners.
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Crustacean Restaurant
Cuisine: Vietnamese
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Polk St./Van Ness |
10/11/2004
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Good thai. I went with a group and everything was tasty. Also the atmosphere is a little more sophisticated than many thai restaurants.
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Koh Samui and the Monkey
Cuisine: Thai
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SoMa |
10/11/2004
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Outdoor seating outback. Great for brunch on a sunny day.
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Le Zinc
Cuisine: French (Bistro) Tapas
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Noe Valley |
10/11/2004
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Soooo good!
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Luna Park
Cuisine: Hamburgers American (Traditional)
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Mission |
10/11/2004
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This is a great neighborhood spot. They treat you well, and the food is tasty.
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SUMI
Cuisine: Fusion
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Castro |
10/11/2004
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Very fun! Go with a group so you can order lots.
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Matterhorn Swiss Restaurant
Cuisine: Swiss Fondue
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Polk St./Van Ness |
10/11/2004
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This place is great. Very friendly service. Always a short wait, but it's worth it. The owner will come by and chissel you some parmasean and pour you wine from a chicken caraf...
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Michelangelo Restaurant Caffe
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
10/11/2004
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The BEST ice cream in SF. I pretty much stick to the flavor of the month, but I think they are all good.
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Mitchells Ice Cream
Cuisine: Ice Cream Dessert
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Mission |
10/11/2004
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I am addicted to the corn on the cob! the tacos are good too, but the corn is rolled in queso fresco and sprinkled with chili powder. It is 100% cravable!
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Nick's Crispy Tacos
Cuisine: Mexican
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Russian Hill |
10/11/2004
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Wonderful neighborhood joint with yummy satisfying Italian. Always a good bet.
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Nob Hill Cafe
Cuisine: Italian
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Nob Hill |
10/11/2004
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I like this place a lot. It's healthy fast food. I always get the sandwich of the day, but the sides are amazing too.
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Pluto's Fresh Food for a Hungry Universe
Cuisine: American salads
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Inner Sunset |
10/11/2004
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Good for groups. The food is family style and consistently good.
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Restaurant LuLu
Cuisine: Mediterranean French
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SoMa |
10/11/2004
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The line out the door should say enough. All they serve is fresh seafood.
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Swan Oyster Depot
Cuisine: Seafood
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Polk St./Van Ness |
10/11/2004
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Come for breakfast/lunch and bring home desserts for that evening. Everything I've tried has been amazing, though you sometimes have to be stealthy to get a seat.
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Tartine Bakery
Cuisine: Bakeries
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Mission |
10/11/2004
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Get a "bowl" of hard cider to accompany your crepe. It's the perfect pairing.
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Ti Couz
Cuisine: French Dessert
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Mission |
10/11/2004
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Sometimes a Hofbrau just hits the spot.
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Tommy's Joynt
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Downtown |
10/11/2004
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Honestly, the best margaritas this side of the border. Each batch is made from scratch and tasted before it's served. Foods excellent too. (Those in the know can get a tootsie-pop from the hostess)
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Tommy's Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine: mexican
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Outer Richmond |
10/11/2004
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Very good! A little noisy, but it adds to the fun energy of the place. Medium-high in price, and worth every penny. Save room for dessert!
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Town Hall
Cuisine: American (New)
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SoMa |
10/11/2004
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Get stuffed for $6! I can't recommend this place enough. I know the neighborhood is seedy, and the facade is scary, but just go in, and order anything and you'll see.
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Tu Lan
Cuisine: Vietnamese
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SoMa |
10/11/2004
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It is more bar than restaurant, especially after 5. But the lunch fare is actually quite good and changes frequently.
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Zeke's Sports Bar & Grill
Cuisine: Pub Food
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Pacific Bell Park/South Beach |
10/11/2004
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I love the meatloaf! Sometimes the menu is incongruous but it's all tasty.
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Firefly
Cuisine: Eclectic
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Noe Valley |
10/11/2004
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This place is a must! Everything on the (rotating) menu great. We once went three weeks in a row!
It's not the servive or the atmosphere (it is actually romantic) but the food that you go for!
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Woodward's Garden
Cuisine: American (New)
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Mission |
10/8/2004
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Any other burger joint is better. (Okay it is a step up from fast food)
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Tower Burger
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Portola heights |
10/8/2004
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Cheesy in a great way! it's an upscale tiki bar. The dance floor is a pirate ship. The band comes out a real boat after a thunder storm. Drinks and food are really overpriced, but go anyway!
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Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar
Cuisine: Pacific Rim
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Nob Hill |
10/8/2004
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Excellent cup of coffee! and I do like that the waiters happily sing along to the italian music.
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Steps of Rome
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
10/8/2004
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Tre Chi-Chi. Very worth the price. It's a dinning experience.
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Ritz-Carlton Dining Room
Cuisine: French (New)
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Nob Hill |
10/8/2004
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I don't know. This place just doesn't do it for me. I don't care for the ambiance, and the menu has limited selection. Nothing there is very good.
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Grand Cafe (Formal Dining Room)
Cuisine: French Californian
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Downtown |
10/8/2004
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They serve late! This place is so much fun at 2 AM. It's where local chef's and waiters go to eat after their shift.
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Globe
Cuisine: Californian
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Downtown |
10/8/2004
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You get what you pay for! easily one of the best restaurants in SF.
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Fleur De Lys
Cuisine: French (New)
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Nob Hill |
10/8/2004
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I loved it. It's off the wall and unpredicatable. Do get the spaghetti!
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Emmy's Spaghetti Shack
Cuisine: Italian
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Bernal Heights |
10/8/2004
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I think it's the only cajun restaurant in the city. Right on Fillmore so it's great loacation. Overall, good, but not great.
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Elite Cafe
Cuisine: Creole Cajun
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Upper Fillmore |
10/8/2004
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Absolutly worth the line. Go for the specials.
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Dottie's True Blue Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners Breakfast
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Tenderloin |
10/8/2004
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Another hidden gem. This place is in the strangest neighborhood. You would never find it by chance. Fun, hip atmosphere and food.
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Chez Spencer
Cuisine: French
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Mission |
10/8/2004
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This place does the French/Asian Fusion, but does it well. A great place to meet friends so you can try everyons dish.
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Cafe Kati
Cuisine: Asian Californian Fusion
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Japantown |
10/8/2004
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No need to order the day before, but do make reservation early. The place is tiny and books up quick. Super Romantic!!!
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Cafe Jacqueline
Cuisine: French Dessert
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North Beach |
10/8/2004
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Too bad this neighborhood has quieted down. This restaurant has great potential. Good food, great wine list. Very consistent. Take you boss...
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Bacar Restaurant & Wine Salon
Cuisine: American (New)
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SoMa |
10/8/2004
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They wash you hands with rose water before you eat. Need I say more?
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Aziza
Cuisine: Moroccan
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Outer Richmond |
10/8/2004
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Good tapas. We loved the fried cheese.
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Alegrias, Food From Spain
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas
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Marina |
10/8/2004
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Love this place. Super casual. Food on the go. The portions are small (I think that's a positive), and really quite healthy. Quick & convenient.
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Asqew Grill
Cuisine: Californian
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
10/8/2004
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A place to see and be seen. The food is secondary. But I thought it was quite good.
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Asia de Cuba
Cuisine: Asian Nuevo Latino
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Downtown |
10/8/2004
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cute french restaurant hidden in campton place (off Union square). Have you been searching for escargot? they've got all the stereotipical french foods. Oh, and it's good too.
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Anjou Restaurant
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Downtown |
10/8/2004
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This is not your traditional italian fare. It's quite hidden off the steet, but you'll feel welcome once you enter. The host/owner is so friendly he practically orders for you.
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Albona Ristorante Istriano
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
10/8/2004
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A great fish restaurant. You order the fish, the preparation then the sauce. Like: salmon, grilled, teryaki. Or just stick with the specials. cozy atmosphere too.
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Alamo Square
Cuisine: French (Bistro) Seafood
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Western Addition |
10/8/2004
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This place is a real secret. It's upscale italian with 4 star service. It's been around for 20 years, but I'd never heard of it. A true gem.
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Acquerello
Cuisine: Italian
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Polk St./Van Ness |
10/8/2004
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This is a great restaurant for mat eaters. The veggie fare is quite acceptable, but what you come for is the meat and the sides. Sides are served in large cassoroles, so they are meant for sharing.
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Acme Chop House
Cuisine: Steakhouses Organic
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Pacific Bell Park/South Beach |
10/8/2004
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