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papalote makes a really great salsa. in addition, i agree with bastion...the soyrizo burro is really darn good (be warned that it is salty). prices are also very fair. i'd go back again and again.
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Papalote
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
2/11/2005
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axum is the epitome of a good cheap eats place. the food can be on the spicy side, but it is generally tolerable and still flavorful. also, a great place for vegetarians, lots of options.
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Axum Cafe
Cuisine: Ethiopian
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Lower Haight |
2/11/2005
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fat slice is the reason people bitch about pizza in SF. try little star...
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Fat Slice Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
2/6/2005
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honestly, i really want to like herbivore. the truth is that i have been consistently unimpressed with their entrees. it just hasn't tasted as though they have really gotten the flavoring down, particularly with the noodles. on the other hand, the vegan carrot cake and chocolate cake are both really darn good.
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Herbivore
Cuisine: Vegetarian
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Western Addition |
2/6/2005
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an all around solid place. actually a great place for dessert. try it before or after catching a show at the red vic.
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Magnolia Pub & Brewery
Cuisine: Organic Pub Food
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
2/6/2005
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i'm a fan. you can't go wrong with any of their sweet offerings. in addition, i found the coffee to be great. served up in a big bowl. great place to walk to with a limited number of tables outside being the added bonus.
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Boulange de Cole
Cuisine: French Bakeries Dessert
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
2/6/2005
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the food at tu lan is okay. the prices are very reasonable, especially given the generous portions. the food certainly isn't exceptional. i think that these days people like the place cause they pride themselves for bravely heading to that part of town.
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Tu Lan
Cuisine: Vietnamese
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SoMa |
2/6/2005
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there's a reason why people wait ridiculously long amounts of time to get breakfast at this tiny little place. it is totally awesome. great food. consistently the tastiest breakfast place i've ever been to. i encourage all of you to check it out.
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Chloe's Cafe
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Noe Valley |
2/6/2005
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okay, let me start by saying that the burro is good. even very good. the prices are way cheap. now for the downsides. some of the food handling is a bit questionable and the chips are not so great (but they are free with the burro, so i ought not complain too much).
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Taqueria Cancun
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
2/6/2005
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i am an ass. i have only been to tartine once. it was a sublime experience. if sfsurvey had a double positive rating i think i'd have to award it to tartine. i keep thinking i should go back, but have yet to make the trip. one day soon. as far as bakeries go, i think tartine is tops.
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Tartine Bakery
Cuisine: Bakeries
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Mission |
2/6/2005
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i'm a huge cheesecake fan. i have tried their's a few times and it has never really hit the spot. some of the other desserts have been good, but i have never been wowed by this place. somehow their reputation seems to better than their food. truthfully, their are better places for baked goods in the city.
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Sweet Inspirations
Cuisine: Bakery
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Castro |
2/6/2005
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here is a restaurant that deserves it's great reputation. the food is consistently excellent. there is little more to say. my favorite time to visit is lunch, and if the weather is nice i would certainly recommend the back patio area.
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Chow
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Upper Market/Church Street |
1/31/2005
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one of those places you would expect to be "all sizzle and no steak" based on the location and the scene. much to my surprise the food was really good. definitely a place worth visiting for a fun and lively environment.
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Kan Zaman
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
1/31/2005
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i like this place. if you want to take home something kinda greasy to eat in front of the TV it is a good option. don't expect to be wowed, but it fills the void for fast food. i'm also a fan of the onion rings. certainly a better option than popeye's for those who live in the western addition.
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Jay's Cheese Steak
Cuisine: Cheese Steaks
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Western Addition |
1/21/2005
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citrus club is one of those places you have to try a couple times in order to figure out what to order there. i have had some disappointing dishes (i recommend you avoid the pad thai), but the hot and sour soup is good, as is the beef and s**taake mushroom noodles (i always substitute chicken). the rolls are also good due to the tasty peanut sauce they are served with. citrus club doesn't get big points for authenticity, but the food is fresh, the portions are generous, and overall it is a place that i like and continue to eat at. probably the best option if you are stuck in the upper-haight cause your girlfriend is shopping.
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Citrus Club
Cuisine: Pan-Asian Noodle Shops
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
1/21/2005
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a bit expensive, but you definitely get what you pay for. i had the chicken, and it definitely came from a happy and healthy little bird. next time i go i wanna get a shake. i bet their shakes are really good...
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Burgermeister
Cuisine: Hamburgers Niman Ranch beef
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Castro |
1/21/2005
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excellent falafel. make sure you add the eggplant and the french fry to your order. cheap and fast eats that hit the spot.
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Truly Mediterranean
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Mediterranean
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Mission |
1/21/2005
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all around excellent food, however the desserts really stand out here in my opinion. a couple years ago i had a moscarpone dessert that i still dream about. i have also had some excellent fish here. every meal has been fresh and interesting. i would go back again and again. my only complaints are that it can be a touch loud and that the tables are a bit too close together.
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Home
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Castro |
1/21/2005
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you can't go wrong with eric's. this place really rocks. i have never had a disappointing dish. the food is always well prepared and exceptionally light for chinese. maybe not the most authentic, but easily the freshest and most flavorful chinese food i've ever had at very reasonable prices.
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Eric's
Cuisine: Chinese
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Noe Valley |
1/21/2005
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dude, talk about some strong coffee. it is good. i don't eat here much, but it is certainly a good place to hang out for a chat or to people watch.
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Cafe Abir
Cuisine: Coffeeshop American Bistro
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Hayes Valley |
1/21/2005
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location location location. sorry folks, but i've never had an exceptional meal here. good prices but mediocre flavor. i know its a burrito joint, but i also kinda wish they would tone down the fluorescent lights. if it's my decision, i'm going to cancun or la taqueria.
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Pancho Villa Taqueria
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
1/21/2005
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excellent thai food. you'd be hard pressed to find a tastier place in the city. a touch pricey, but the quality is certainly there. the only place that compares is chai-yo. get there early to avoid the rush cause this place consistently fills up.
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Thep Phanom Thai Cuisine
Cuisine: Thai
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Lower Haight |
1/21/2005
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great place for inexpensive and all-around excellent thai. as good as any other thai place that i have had in the city, but for better prices. seriously folks, check this place out for a casual meal that will make your little tummy very happy.
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Chai Yo
Cuisine: Thai Noodle Shop
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Tenderloin |
1/21/2005
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nothing much to say here. thick crust, doughy, and excess amounts of cheese. mediocre pizza that affirms the widespread belief that there's a lot of poor quality pizza in SF.
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North Beach Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
1/21/2005
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fantastical neopolitan-style pizza. these folks know a thing or two about taking flour, water, and yeast and turning it into a tasty meal. a thin, delicate, crackery crust. yes indeed, pizzetta 211 is a labor of love. the place is tiny and feels like you are sitting in your friend's kitchen. be prepared to wait during peak dinner hours, but rest assured your wait will be rewarded
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Pizzetta 211
Cuisine: Pizza
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Outer Richmond |
1/21/2005
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well friends, here is where i delve into the world of controversy. la taqueria makes the BEST BURRITO IN THE WHOLE DAMN WORLD. no rice...totally GENIUS. sometimes perfection is all about simplicity, freshness, and attention to detail. that is the case here. go have a vegetarian burrito and add avacado to your order. use a touch of the green hot sauce on your table. your mouth will dance the macarena, i promise.
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La Taqueria
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
1/21/2005
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Fly
Cuisine: Californian Pub Food
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Western Addition |
1/21/2005
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alamo square is the perfect place for a nice date or to take your parents when they come into town. the restaurant has a nice european neighborhood feel. i have never been disappointed with the quality of the food and the prices are very reasonable. their calamari is super. forget the beach chalet and try out alamo square. this place is a gem that i continually recommend to people.
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Alamo Square
Cuisine: French (Bistro) Seafood
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Western Addition |
1/21/2005
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i'm a fan of the blue jay. i have had very good breakfast and lunches there. the chicken sandwich is supreme. very tender and flavorful. the ambiance is cool as well. i think it would be a good place to use in a music video cause the counter setup is super cool. relaxed, casual, and friendly. just the kind of place that i like to read the paper at when i want to have a slow weekday breakfast or lunch. to top it all off, jay is a great dude.
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Blue Jay Cafe
Cuisine: Soul Food
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Western Addition |
1/21/2005
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holy moly, the sole at pakwan can't be beat. i love it a lot. all the other vegetarian dishes pretty much rock. the prices are good as well. the food may not be the most healthy, but it makes the pallet very happy.
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Pakwan
Cuisine: Indian
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Mission |
1/21/2005
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i'm no sushi pro, especially cause i tend to shy away from raw fish. however at hanabi there are lots of RAD choices for people who like sushi but are not fond of fish. my friends and i really love this place. the food is very reasonably priced and always fresh. try the shinya roll, it is totally tops. also, if you get three rolls you get a free miso soup and small tofu salad. what a tasty deal!
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Hanabi
Cuisine: Sushi Japanese
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Lower Haight |
1/21/2005
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charming and warm ambiance. the crabcake was outstanding, tho the portion was very small. the other standout dish was the seared ahi tuna. service was very friendly and attentive. i don't frequent too many fine dining establishments, but my meal at baraka was definitely one of my better experiences.
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Baraka
Cuisine: French Mediterranean
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Potrero Hill |
1/21/2005
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