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Very decent burgers.
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Pork Store
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Mission |
11/27/2008
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We love this place. Mostly we get our own table, but once we sat with an East Berliner proudly wearing her folkdress and that was a great time. We order too much and then have leftovers, sigh! The portions remain gigantesque even though we've started to notice that a lot of restaurants have cut back on their portions due to the economy. I always like to order the salad in order to justify the pork chops, mashed potatoes, etc. coming up.
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Walzwerk
Cuisine: German
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Mission |
11/27/2008
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I paid a high price for their ceasar crab salad, but the crab was truly fresh and I didn't have to sit there and work my way through my meal. My dining partner was enamored with his clams. It's crowded, small and there is probably a wait, but I liked it a little bit more than Swan's. Not that any of us had room after dunking heaps of bread into his clam sauce, but they didn't offer a dessert menu. Service was attentive and friendly.
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Anchor Oyster Bar & Seafood Market
Cuisine: Seafood American (Traditional)
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Castro |
11/27/2008
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Stopped by for a drink before a show and the service was a little disorganized, but we hung out at the shellfish counter and talked to their chef. Sitting there we could appreciate how they understood quality food. Those platters of fresh shellfish looked really delicious, but unfortunately we had already eaten elsewhere. We had a bite of the ceviche and it was good, but we want to go back with another couple to enjoy that big platter.
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Farallon
Cuisine: Seafood
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Downtown |
11/27/2008
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Lovely romantic/industrial chic space, terrific service, talented pianist, superb food, beautiful presentation- an all around sensuous experience.
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Chez Spencer
Cuisine: French
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Mission |
11/27/2008
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I arrived a little after happy hour on a Friday night and both the bar and dining area was packed. We hogged the table, drank and ate for hours until the waitstaff was yawning. When we left, the DJ was playing music for less than six patrons at the bar. Everyone was happy with their meal. I enjoyed my goat cheese gnocchi with wild mushrooms. I was expecting a little more zing, but the pesto was delicately done and I could enjoy the other ingredients instead of being overwhelmed with garlic.
While I had a nice time, it's not a high priority for a repeat experience.
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The Cosmopolitan Cafe
Cuisine: American (New)
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Embarcadero |
11/27/2008
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We love going to Hotei on cold nights for the hot soups! Last week we discovered Tommy at their sushi bar in the back of the room due to their remodeling at Ebisu. We sat at the bar and had a terrific meal. The sushi was delicious.
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Hotei Restaurant
Cuisine: Japanese Noodle Shops Sushi
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Inner Sunset |
11/27/2008
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The food is authentic enough, but it's not special. For the price, we felt that Fresca offered a better and cleaner atmosphere and their food was better prepared. I had the saltado and husband had the tallarin with chicken. I was excited that they even had picarones (Peruvian donuts), but they weren't very good.
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Inka's Peruvian
Cuisine: Peruvian South American
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Mission |
4/11/2008
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This place has been here for decades. My lasagna was pretty good and my husband's sandwich was satisfying and good, too. It's old school, comforting Italian fare. Our waiter was very good, but the food was OK.
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The Sausage Factory
Cuisine: Italian
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Castro |
4/7/2008
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LOUD and busy. We were seated in the back with screaming, tired children. I'm a mom so I feel that I can say this: take your kid outside to have a tantrum. Let those of us who teach our children to use their indoor voices enjoy our meals.
Foodwise the corned beef hash was very good, but my spinach in my 'eggs Zorba' was a little burned. They have some very nice bisquits and home made jams. Our waitress was friendly, but getting water and coffee refills took a long time.
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The Dipsea Cafe
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Mill Valley |
4/7/2008
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We came to celebrate our wedding anniversary and they charmed us right off the bat by personalizing our menus with our names. I thought that was a cute touch. We chose the tasting menu and it was truly delicious. My husband was very impressed with the lobster reduction, everything was beautifully presented by the highly attentive staff. I felt that the portions were small enough to make it to the end. The restaurant is very pretty, the staff was friendly without being stuffy. We were not impressed with the wine pairing, but overall it is a great place for a special occasion.
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Quince
Cuisine: Italian
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Pacific Heights |
4/7/2008
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They have an eclectic crowd of shoppers and business people for lunch during the week in a nice space. I had their (open faced) sandwich special of the day: lox, egg salad and brie on a whole grain slice along side a black and white bean salad. We got a warm welcome and good service. Their desserts looked very good, too.
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Cafe Metropol
Cuisine: Californian
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Downtown |
4/7/2008
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This is so worth crossing the bridge. San Francisco has great taquerias, but we don't have a single good Mexican restaurant. I had the shrimp al mojo tacos which featured delicious grilled onions on just made corn tortillas. Husband had a steak thing which was fine, but nothing compared to our daughter's carnitas. They had some sort of seasoning on them and featured so much crunchy goodness. They make a nice margarita and the salsa they bring to the table with their chips is very special- smokey and rich. A bit pricy, but such a treat!
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Dona Tomas
Cuisine: Mexican
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Oakland |
4/7/2008
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Ironing boards for tables on the sidewalk and white sheets of paper taped up on the windows listing the features of the day- we had to take a look. We picked up their lemon bars and strawberry shortcakes...oh my! That night they were featuring a chicken pot pie and were sold out of their sandwiches so they have savory treats, too.
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Bakesale Betty
Cuisine: Desserts
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Oakland |
4/7/2008
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I really enjoyed the rotisserie chicken and it was even better the next night for leftovers. The restaurant was clean and the menu is reasonably priced. While I enjoyed the salad, the offered sides were heavy on carbs (mac and cheese, fries). I would like to see some veg offered beside their green salad.
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Good Frikin' Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Bernal Heights |
3/17/2008
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The restaurant is really pretty and the staff are warm and attentive. I really liked my salad and pasta dish I ordered for the presentation, but I was overwhelmed by the salt content. No one else complained so it may be just me. My dining companions enjoyed their scallops, lamb and beef entrees.
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Jack Falstaff
Cuisine: Eclectic
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SoMa |
3/17/2008
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This is mostly a counter space with a couple of tables outside. The pork combination sandwich was a little chewy and pink for my tastes, but the BBQ chicken was really delicious. They feature Vietnamese rolls, desserts and pearl drinks, too.
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SC Deli
Cuisine: Vietnamese Deli
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West Portal |
3/5/2008
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Pretty restaurant, attentive staff and wonderful presentation in addition to very delicious Thai. We had the imperial rolls, the yellow chicken curry, and green papaya salad.
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Koh Samui and the Monkey
Cuisine: Thai
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SoMa |
2/26/2008
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As per the owner's suggestion we had the 'wet' burrito covered with their mole sauce. This mole was very sweet and not to our liking. The place was very small and crowded although very clean. If I was in the neighborhood again, I would try the Greek place down the street.
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Maya Mexican Grill
Cuisine: Mexican
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Orinda |
1/28/2008
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It was very clean and the staff was very attentive. I had the coconut milk chicken soup and it was tasty, but I felt so guilty eating it because it tasted so rich. My dining companion had the salad with prawns and mas sa mun nuer (meat curry) which he really enjoyed. Neither of his dishes were to my taste, but I think I'll go back and try the yellow curry.
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Regent Thai
Cuisine: Thai
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Noe Valley |
1/28/2008
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It's a clean place for lunch with fair to good tuna sashimi and not much else going on. Their tempura batter could be better. I had their bento box and it was reasonably priced.
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Sushi Hana
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Civic Center |
1/28/2008
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This is the best place to eat in Laurel Village. Their sandwiches are always special and the music is fun and lively. The pulled pork sandwich is huge and delicious. I always like to try one of their bottled tropical drinks while I'm there.
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Cafe lo Cubano
Cuisine: Coffee Shop Cuban Sandwiches
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Laurel Heights |
1/28/2008
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I had the Rigolo pizza which was really special, but the feel of this place is like a crowded dining hall in the dorms. Things are tacky to the touch and it doesn't seem very clean. The second time I went back, I just had a tea and skipped a knosh. The baked goods didn't look very fresh. It's too bad because the food is good.
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Rigolo
Cuisine: Italian Bistro Bakeries
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Presidio Heights |
1/28/2008
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I think this is an great new addition to the neighborhood. I've had different shishkabobs and I thought they were all great. The sides were really delicious, too. We weren't very impressed with the wines and while their entrees are generous, they're consistently salty. I've had to drop to neutral upon my third visit because it wasn't a one off problem.
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Bistro 9
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Inner Sunset |
1/8/2008
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This is a great little neighborhood place for a greasy and yummy pizza. It's loud and friendly. I've enjoyed all the different pizzas I've had.
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Gaspare's Pizza House
Cuisine: Italian Pizza
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Outer Richmond |
12/17/2007
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All around fantastic decor, food and drinks. I had the three way aji and even having eaten some pretty darn good poke in Kauai, the quality of what they use here is outstanding. It's not to be missed. Their slaw and asian salad were special, too. My dining partner had the fried basket and the fish and oyster were great. We both felt that the coconut shrimp was too sweet. cocktails were nice and strong. We had the asperagus as an appetizer and it was very good. The down side to the evening was how fast everything was which works if you're ravenous, but not if you're on a date.
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Pacific Catch
Cuisine: Eclectic Seafood
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Inner Sunset |
12/11/2007
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I've never eat in, only taken food to go and it was really, really delicious. I had their salad and the next time their chicken plate. Portions are generous and the prices are fair.
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Tropix Caribbean Restaurant
Cuisine: Carribean
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Oakland |
12/11/2007
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Delicious and authentic tapas and strong cocktails. I like that you can sit outdoors and watch the world go by with your sangria in 80 degree weather. It's almost like being in Spain (when the euro is really high). Not cheap, but worth at least one visit with a large group.
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Cesar Piedmont
Cuisine: Tapas
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Piedmont |
12/11/2007
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This is a nicer restaurant than Noe Valley's Barney's, but the food is the same. We love the curly fries and like the burgers. The portions are outrageous, including the kid sized plates.
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Barney's Gourmet Hamburgers
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Oakland |
12/11/2007
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I've been here three times and have enjoyed the salad, the pizza and the pasta. The only 'problem' is that sometimes I stop by for a meal and it's closed. It's loud and noisy and satisfying.
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Zza's Trattoria
Cuisine: Italian
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Oakland |
12/11/2007
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I've had the yellow curry and green beans and the seafood soup- all delicious. I've yet to try any other restaurant in the food court because this place is cheap, the portions are generous and it's delicious!
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Coriander Gourmet Thai Kitchen
Cuisine: Thai
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Downtown |
12/11/2007
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They were understaffed the night we went for dinner so the service was a little slow. The sushi was pretty good, but nothing spectacular. I would if the wait was too long at the other sushi restaurants in the neighborhood.
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Jimisan
Cuisine: Sushi
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Inner Sunset |
12/11/2007
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Pretty good gyro in a tight, clean space. They had a lunch special of fries, soda and gyros for around $8.
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Simply Greek
Cuisine: Greek
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Oakland |
7/25/2007
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This is a sexy space to recuperate after some heavy shopping. I had a great lychee martini and shared appetizers with friends at the bar.
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Straits Restaurant
Cuisine: Asian Pan-Asian
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Downtown |
5/22/2007
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The ramen is still delicious. They have a couple of choices of base broth and then you get to choose what sort of stuff you want in your soup. Their new location is busy, busy, busy even with all the extra tables. A man was taking our order while we stood in line waiting for a table, but we still had to wait a good while to get served up. So worth it.
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Santa Ramen
Cuisine: Japanese
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San Mateo |
5/21/2007
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Authentic Peruvian cuisine like you can get in a good restaurant in Lima. We shared the ceviche de pescado, the anticuchón, papa a la hancaina, the tamal and the seco de carne (de res) with Peruvian beans. The sauces were prepared with the real ajis, amarillo and panca and were truly delicious. Real Peruvian food is spicy so be prepared for the ajis. For dessert we shared the suspiro de lima which is essentially caramel (the stuffing in alfajores). Theirs almost tasted like abuelita was at the stove all day stirring the pot instead of the boiled sweetened condensed cans. It was child friendly (if your kids like spice). Our server was really nice, but could do with a little more training (he was leaning all over us to set the dishes down) and someone in the kitchen needs to back off on the salt. The ceviche and seco were too salty.
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Piqueos
Cuisine: Peruvian
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Potrero Hill |
5/14/2007
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We shared the fruit de mer, fromage d' Affinois, carpaccio, and the sardines- FANTASTIC. Husband had the curry chicken- so tender and tasty. For dessert he had the cannoli which he says isn't a true cannoli, but good and I had the lavendar creme brulee...definitely a place to go back to. We didn't know to ask to sit outside, but inside with the fire place was nice.
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Foreign Cinema
Cuisine: Californian Mediterranean
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Mission |
5/14/2007
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A little hole in the wall, but wonderful food. I've been twice because it's so cheap and delicious. I highly recommend the yogurt chicken.
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Lime Tree
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
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Inner Sunset |
5/4/2007
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The parking and the crowds are too much, but I stick it out for their white sangrias. I love the tea leaf salad and the rainbow salad, the curries and the rice is always perfect.
If the lines are too long, check out their new place down the street. It's fusion and yummy. We had sandwiches for lunch. Mine was salmon with fried egg and a green salad. My husband's sandwich was pretty special, too, but his salt and pepper fries were SPICY!
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Burma Superstar
Cuisine: Burmese
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Inner Richmond |
4/10/2007
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Their single is like a pint of ice cream. Generous portions, friendly staff, crowded and noisy. Where else can you get collasal sundaes nowadays?
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Fentons Creamery & Restaurant
Cuisine: Dessert Hamburgers
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Oakland |
4/9/2007
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Came here for their Easter brunch and I loved their Sicilian mimosa. I've never heard my husband rave about his greens, the pizzas (magherita and marinara) were delicious and my cavatelli was OK. I wasn't awed like I was over the torta. We want to go back for dinner.
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A16
Cuisine: Italian Wine Bar
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Marina |
4/9/2007
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Finally a place that has reasonably portioned plates so you don't feel ill by the third dish. We thought the food was really special, we liked the space (although I felt out of place wearing color- you have to wear black apparently) even the bathroom was pretty. Every dish was beautifully plated and the tastes were out of this world. I've never felt so pampered with a staff of six waiting on nine tables. My particular favorite plate was the octupus sashimi...wow. Expensive, but we thought it was worth what we got.
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Coi
Cuisine: French Californian
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Downtown |
3/30/2007
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Huge flirts since I can remember. As a child they used to lure me with their bread sticks and now I keep coming back for their prices and that awesome ravioli and meat sauce.
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Lucca Ravioli Co.
Cuisine: Deli Italian
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Mission |
3/27/2007
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It has to be some rule of theirs, make the customers go to the bar no matter how empty the restaurant is. I like my margaritas on the rocks and my chips thicker, but I agree that their salsa is good. The food is particularly boring. To answer lpierson's question on his review...when in the mall, eat at Sarobol.
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Chevy's Fresh Mex
Cuisine: Mexican
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Outer Sunset |
3/27/2007
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Coconut shrimp to Peruvian cuisine is like spicy curry to French cuisine. The authentic dishes (vs. the nouveaux selections) that are prepared exceptionally well at Fresca are: five elementos ceviche (just like what you can get in Lima), lomo saltado, aji de gallina, pollo a la brasa, chupe, seco, parihuela, arroz con mariscos. Also, get the fried yuca, and ask for the salsa a la huancayina. The other items are interesting (we all really enjoyed the causa tataki), but don't satisfy the craving for mom's home cooking. I speak Spanish when I'm here and I always have exceptional service.
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Fresca
Cuisine: Peruvian
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Noe Valley |
3/27/2007
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I've always enjoyed the food here. I've been to the back for brunch and in the dining room for dinners. The lamb, beef, fish is all delicious.
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Fattoush Restaurant
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Mediterranean
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Noe Valley |
3/27/2007
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I agree. Eric's is more California-Chinese than Cantonese. If you're bored with your typical broccoli beef, chow mein corner take out, come to Eric's. They do a great job with their shellfish and I love their string beans.
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Eric's
Cuisine: Chinese
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Noe Valley |
3/27/2007
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I haven't been back since the new owner took over. I heard it's not quite the same, but it's still a good deal.
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Yum Yum Fish
Cuisine: Sushi Japanese
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Outer Sunset |
3/27/2007
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My kids love this place. They could eat here on a regular basis. Me, not so much. However, I DO like their party trays- cheap and plentiful.
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Kiki's Japanese Restaurant
Cuisine: Japanese Asian Sushi
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Inner Sunset |
3/27/2007
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I've stopped by and picked up stuff to go, but we came for a sit down dessert and oh. my. god. I had no idea that they had different things for dining in. I didn't pick up the tab and I'm sure it was expensive but it was also INSPIRED. All three of us were amazed. I had this dinosaur egg looking creme brule with sesame and tapioca foam. One of these days, I'll have to come back and check out the rest of the menu.
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Citizen Cake
Cuisine: Californian Bakeries
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Hayes Valley |
3/27/2007
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Generous portions, cheap, endless refills, hardworking wait staff, unpretentious and short waits...what more can a person want after a long night?
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Howard's Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners Breakfast
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Outer Sunset |
3/7/2007
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Park Chow is always packed and we can never figure it out. We must be ordering the wrong thing all the time. Once we tried it for breakfast and BINGO. They make a great breakfast.
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Park Chow
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Inner Sunset |
3/7/2007
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There is nothing subtle about Caffe Sport. The decor is a riot- this is the Italian equivalent of that Mexican place in West Portal (except that the food is good). If you're after something light, do not come here. The cooks are very liberal with their garlic. We had the four cheese shellfish pasta and the shrimp and scallops were cooked not a second too long. They forgot our clams, but when they came out- oh my, but they were delicious! This is a fun place to take people from out of town.
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Caffe Sport
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
3/7/2007
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What I like best about this stuff is that it's beyond edamane and chicken terriyaki. I've never had the hot foods because I'm so into the cold salads- but it looks and smells great.
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DELICA rf-1
Cuisine: Japanese Deli
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Embarcadero |
2/22/2007
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Always something new, interesting and delicious. The sunset location is very tiny. I like to sit at the bar and look at the chef.
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Pomelo
Cuisine: Eclectic
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Inner Sunset |
2/21/2007
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Can you believe an Italian sent me here? Even my kids noticed how bad it was. Not a repeat experience.
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Olive Garden
Cuisine: Italian
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Outer Sunset |
2/20/2007
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Burned pizza both times I've been here. It smells good, but it's not worth the wait for me.
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Giorgio's Pizzeria
Cuisine: Italian Pizza
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Inner Richmond |
2/20/2007
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Did I order the wrong thing? I didn't care for the space, the service or the food. I'm willing to put up with mediocre surroundings for good food, but it was boring.
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Citrus Club
Cuisine: Pan-Asian Noodle Shops
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
2/20/2007
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This is a wonderful old world romantic restaurant. I've had something different everytime I've come and the only thing that was OK was the potato dumpling. The service is personable and the food is great.
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Old Krakow Polish Restaurant
Cuisine: Polish Czech Eastern European
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West Portal |
2/20/2007
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Hands down the best fruit salad ever- only one chunk of melon, but tons of blackberries, blueberries, mango, apple, grapes and kiwi. Their pancakes are always exceptional, but I'm a purist for crepes and I want one of these joints to feature forestiere- ham, gruyere and mushrooms.
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Crepes On Cole
Cuisine: French Californian
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
2/20/2007
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You have to be into other people's (unruly) children to really enjoy this place. We come here for the easy parking and the curly fries. I think the burgers are only OK so I get the Cobb. The kid portions are HUMUNGOUS.
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Barney's Gourmet Hamburger
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Noe Valley |
2/20/2007
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The line is well worth it! These are the best chilaquiles in town. My husband had the oaxaca style pork tamales with banana leaves and the lemonade- truly amazing.
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Primavera
Cuisine: Mexican
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Downtown |
2/18/2007
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They make a really special Egg's Benedict and hash brown with shredded carrot and onion. I liked the easy parking and short line to be seated.
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Town's End Restaurant & Bakery
Cuisine: American (New) Bakeries
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Embarcadero |
2/18/2007
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WOW!! We scored a spot at the bar with the executive chef and asked him to take care of us. We asked for something special and he started us off with baby eel- to die for! I didn't know where he could possibly go after that, but every piece of fish that he placed in front of us was very special. Normally we skip dessert after sushi, but Saturday night we went for the dark chocolate pot de crème with the sesame florentine cup and it was so delicious. It was a pricey meal, but definitely a place to go back to!
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OZUMO
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Embarcadero |
2/18/2007
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I can't believe how excited everyone else is about the service at Rubicon. I was there Saturday night and it simply SUCKED. The food was sublime, but the overall experience was mediocre. They weren't packed so it's not like they didn't have staff to check in on how people were doing. I wrote to the restaurant manager and she sent out a certificate to entice us back.
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Rubicon
Cuisine: Californian French (New)
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Downtown |
2/18/2007
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I love their tacos al pastor! Al pastor is barbequed pork with pineapple- yum! They also have this dish of steak with bacon. If you're not worried about your cholesterol, try this dish.
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Taqueria Cancun
Cuisine: Mexican
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Bernal Heights |
2/12/2007
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If you don't mind chain restaurants, this is a pretty good one for its kind. The kids and husband are sold on the steaks. I've enjoyed their fish dishes and we're all nuts about their broccoli. Last night I tried their ahi tuna chopped salad- iceberg is iceberg, but the tuna was really high quality.
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Outback Steakhouse
Cuisine: Steakhouse
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Daly City |
2/12/2007
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I went to this place with a large party and we all enjoyed the food. People liked their fried chicken, gumbo and seafood jambalaya (spicy!).
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Biscuits and Blues
Cuisine: Southern
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Downtown |
2/5/2007
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I was lured by the prospect of beignets and they were really good. The specials were all yummy looking, but husband went with the prosciutto and it was really great. The potatoes were much better than other spots that feature burned garlic on their spuds.
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Mabel's Just for You Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners Bakeries
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Potrero Hill |
2/5/2007
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Can't anyone make a traditional crepe in this town? Cheddar and cottage cheese with my spinach? The best part was that the crepe was soft and not crunchy like other establishments. If I go back, I'll try a sandwich or pasta instead.
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Squat and Gobble
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners American (Traditional)
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Lower Haight |
1/23/2007
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You've got to point this place out to your out of town friends who want to go home with a story. My friend and I shared our plates like they suggested and everything was really beautifully arranged and delicious. We paired the warm chocolate cake with the ice cream cones- really special. The food is delicious, but I felt a little rushed through my meal because they had to seat the next crowd.
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AsiaSF
Cuisine: Californian Asian
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SoMa |
1/23/2007
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I think they heard about the parking nightmare because when we booked the table, they told us about parking at the jug shop. The restaurant is compact, but the noise level wasn't that bad. The lamb milanese was out of this world as was my chicken. The service and wine were fantastic, too. The restaurant is really compact. I went because they were on the dine about town list, but I'll be going back.
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1550 Hyde
Cuisine: Californian Mediterranean Organic
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Russian Hill |
1/23/2007
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They make a great, juicy burger, but the really great thing about this place is their fresh potato chips!!
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Buffalo Burger
Cuisine: american hamburgers
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Outer Richmond |
1/8/2007
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I hate the crowds and the parking situation, but even that won't keep me away from this place. I just had the coconut passion fruit bavarian cake for my birthday. It was so special and delicious! I can't wait to go back and try their lemon merengue. I was disappointed with their croque monsieur. It was delish, but it wasn't traditional.
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Tartine Bakery
Cuisine: Bakeries
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Mission |
1/8/2007
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The staff was very attentive and knowledgeable about their food and wine. We had the crostini, boar salami and grilled squid for appetizers and then I had the mint tagilatelle with chanterelles and hubby had the seafood dish. The cheese selection plate was truly delicious and the cookies we shared were perfect with our coffee. I was really pleased with my dinner!
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Delfina
Cuisine: Italian
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Mission |
1/8/2007
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I've had two terrific lunches here, but dinner was a big let down. For the price, I expect better service. The food was very good, but not outstanding.
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Wine Spectator Greystone (CIA)
Cuisine: Californian
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Napa |
1/2/2007
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Hands down one of the better dining experiences I've had in the Napa area. The service is wonderful, the food is divine, the restaurant is pretty.
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Julia's Kitchen
Cuisine: Californian French
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Napa |
1/2/2007
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How come we don't have toast like this in SF? This is a great place to stop by for baked treats, breakfast or lunch.
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Alexis Baking Company
Cuisine: American (New) Bakery
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Napa |
1/2/2007
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I didn't think this was an inexpensive lunch. I was disappointed. Maybe I should've gotten something besides the (canned) beet salad! Everyone thought their lunch was fine, but nothing to rave about.
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Asqew Grill
Cuisine: Californian
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
1/1/2007
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The portions are bigger (and it's more expensive?) than the Stonetown location, but it's tastier, too! The chicken bowl is great for two or three people, depending!
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Sorabol
Cuisine: Korean Barbecue bbq
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Downtown |
1/1/2007
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Do you live for poke? I live for poke and this place has at least three different kinds! They are to die for. The other sushi was a bit cold, but still pretty good. It could only get better if they made a tako poke.
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Bristol Farms
Cuisine: Food Store Deli
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Downtown |
1/1/2007
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Our 15-20 minute wait on Xmas in real time was 35 minutes, but that's the way it goes at this place. It's great, but you have to be willing to wait for a table. I've only been for dim sum (the eggplant is to die for) and this was my first time ordering off their regular menu. The broth on the chicken won ton soup tasted canned, the black bean sauce on the clam was goopy, but the clams themselves and the mongolian pork were sublime. Good rice, too. I hate it when restaurants give you cheap rice. Thumbs up for dim sum and so-so for the regular menu.
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Ton Kiang
Cuisine: Dim Sum Chinese
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Outer Richmond |
12/26/2006
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We got dinner delivered and I thought it was great, but a littler pricier than what I'm used to paying. The chana masala, mattar paneer, and sag paneer and the chicken tandoori, onion kulcha were fine. I agree with the other reviewers that it's not spicy enough, but the flavors are good.
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Bombay Indian Restaurant
Cuisine: Indian
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Castro |
12/26/2006
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It's so pricy, but what a treat for Xmas dinner. I picked up a scharffenberger cake and it was to die for delicious!
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Miette Cakes
Cuisine: Organic Bakeries
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Embarcadero |
12/25/2006
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We got what we wanted: a seat by the water. It never fails. I am always disappointed by the breakfast. I love the bay, the birds and the boats, but not the food. I should go back and check out lunch one day.
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The Ramp
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Hamburgers
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Potrero Hill |
12/25/2006
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Their burgers and fish and chips are great. We always mean to go back and try other things on the menu, but why?
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Liverpool Lil's
Cuisine: English Pub Food
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Marina |
12/13/2006
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We weren't too sure when we walked in and we were the only ones there, but by the time we left, we were very well fed and it was crowded. We all tried different things and it was all delicious- especially the yuca al mojo!
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El Nuevo Frutilandia
Cuisine: cuban pan-latin
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Mission |
12/12/2006
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It's loud and crowded, but it's fun and delicious. The portions are generous and the beer is great. It's great for brunch or dinner. People come dressed or casual.
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Suppenkuche
Cuisine: German
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Hayes Valley |
12/12/2006
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Some dishes are better than others. I like the saimin and poke. The tako poke was a little chewy....
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Hukilau
Cuisine: Hawaiian
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Inner Richmond |
12/12/2006
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It's the other great ice cream shop in SF with a long history of great ice cream. It's fun to use the spinner- jasmine ice cream??
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Polly Ann Ice Cream
Cuisine: Dessert
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Outer Sunset |
12/12/2006
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This Chinese place has a Peruvian chef working in the back. If you know/want some 'chifa', ask him to come out. The Chinese is great, better than anything I've had in the avenues: squab, chicken, a whole fish, prawns all brought perfectly cooked and delicious. The ambiance? Well, the roof has been leaking.
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New Lim's Garden Chinese
Cuisine: Chinese
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Concord |
12/12/2006
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It's not mom's cooking, but it's still good peruvian if you need a fix. The portions are HUGE! I think one of their plates is a portion for three people! The only thing that I would change about this place is their aji (peruvian chile).
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Mi Lindo Peru
Cuisine: Peruvian
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Mission |
12/12/2006
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THE BESTEST mango ice cream anywhere- always made with ripe mangoes- YUM!
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Mitchells Ice Cream
Cuisine: Ice Cream Dessert
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Mission |
12/12/2006
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Great breakfasts, but you have to get there early or wait. We all love the bacon, etc. but the last time I was there the biscuits tasted a little rancid and the blueberries were mushy. I don't know. I was expecting fresh?
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Pork Store Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
12/12/2006
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It's a little noisy, but what a delicious dinner! I got the Friday night special and husband got the pork chop with grits. I can't wait to check out the burger or chicken. They both smelled really good going by.
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Home
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Castro |
12/12/2006
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This is a great find- charming hosts that make you feel like you're in their home, great wine list and the food is consistently delicious. Don't leave without having the warm chocolate cake!
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Chapeau!
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Inner Richmond |
11/22/2006
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It's not the same as when you're on the islands...go for the pupus and cocktails, skip the main courses. I brought my husband here for Valentines...I was bummed that they didn't feature their chocolate souffle cake.
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Roy's
Cuisine: Hawaiian Seafood
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SoMa |
11/22/2006
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I like both locations- they're fun and loud featuring great music. The tapa portions are American sized and two tapas is too much for two people. If you want variety, order the main dishes that feature sides and share them.
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Cha Cha Cha
Cuisine: Caribbean Tapas
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Mission |
11/22/2006
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It'll do if you're on this side of the Pacific. The portions are huge and cheap. I picked up one of those family packages for four and it satisfied 8 people. I would like the spam sushi better if they used sushi rice and nori sprinkles instead of sauce. For the price, it's superior to McD's etc. in taste.
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Ono Hawaiian BBQ
Cuisine: Hawaiian Barbecue
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Outer Sunset |
11/22/2006
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I agree with Miwako- the waitstaff is apathetic. I had to ask for bread, for water, for refills, etc. However, I did enjoy the contorni- the asparagus and broccoli were really good. I also like that they offered half portions of some dishes.
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Pasta Pomodoro
Cuisine: Italian
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Inner Sunset |
11/22/2006
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This is a great place. I think it's great that you can dress up or down to get such great food in such a nice place. The service was attentive and friendly and the food was fresh, creative and delicious!
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Woodward's Garden
Cuisine: American (New)
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Mission |
11/22/2006
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It's hard to find someone behind the counter that will speak English to you, but this is a great place to try Russian cold cuts, breads and cheese. They've got a lot of fish, too. My favorite is their hot food ready to go.
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New World Market
Cuisine: Russian Deli
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Outer Richmond |
11/16/2006
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YUM! Believe what you hear about this place! Their bread and toppings make this a very special treat.
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Rosamunde Sausage Grill
Cuisine: Hot Dogs
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Lower Haight |
11/15/2006
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We went there the one time and we'll never go back. Not one of us enjoyed our burgers. There's nothing special about them. We went on kids eat free night, maybe that was it. The atmosphere was loud with other people's loud kids and it just wasn't fun.
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Darla's
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Coffee Shops/Diners
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Inner Sunset |
11/15/2006
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It sure is crowded in this place- and loud! If that doesn't bug you, go on in and order a margarita...they really are great. However, the food is mediocre. I liked the banana leaf tamales, but everything else was only so-so.
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Tommy's Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine: mexican
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Outer Richmond |
11/15/2006
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This place rocks- quality meats, delicious salsa and a fun atmosphere. I judge all other taquerias based on their carnitas burrito. No one can beat it! Just look at those awards behind the counter if you need proof.
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La Taqueria
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
11/15/2006
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Forget mashed potatoes, when I'm blue, I want pupusas at Zocalo's. They are my new comfort food. I just love hearing the smacking going on in the kitchen knowing that that's my dinner! Sick? Oh my- you have to have their soup, the beef even has yucca like my mom's. The siete mares is wonderful, too. The only thing missing from this place is the hot sauce. I don't know if it's not a salvadorean thing or what, but it could do with a little zing.
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El Zocalo
Cuisine: Mexican Pan-Latin Latin American
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Mission |
11/6/2006
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I can't believe Pano's was replaced by Pasta Pomodoro. What can I say about PP? It's cheap, it's mediocre and the service is so-so.
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Pasta Pomodoro
Cuisine: Italian
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Noe Valley |
11/6/2006
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This place has great fish!! We sit at the bar and watch in amazement as people order the same old, same old. We never tell the chefs what we want, we always ask them to take care of us and they do! They know what's good that evening. Sometimes the wait is long, so order a beer and watch the crowds.
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Ebisu
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Inner Sunset |
11/6/2006
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Skip the pizza and order the pasta. They make it fresh everyday! I had the 'open ravioli' which turned out to be lasagna type noodles in a delish cream tomato sauce with shrimp and veg. My husband had a hot Italian sausage, feta pasta thing. The owner recommended the panna cotta and the tiramiso, and they were so good that we had the cannoli, too. We loved it all, but the kids have ignored the leftover pizza in the fridge. That wasn't our favorite.
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Paradise Pizza & Pasta
Cuisine: Pizza Italian
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West Portal |
11/6/2006
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Compared to the Noe Valley venue, it's good, but not as exciting and it's smaller and more crowded. I was really disappointed in my Peruvian paella because it tasted like a stir fry with seafood...it was tastier the next day at lunch, but uninteresting at the restaurant. The salchipapas are great as are the ceviche and lomo saltado. The service is attentive and I was really put out by my family claiming that their alfajores are just as good as mine.
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Fresca
Cuisine: peruvian
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West Portal |
11/2/2006
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¿Savor? ¿Qué sabor? This is one of those places to be seen in 'the Noe Valley', but the food is boring. The service is great, but you have to wait so long to get in there and then once you're in, it's so loud that you have to yell at your friends.
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Savor
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Noe Valley |
11/2/2006
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I love this place for dinner...breakfast, not so much. Eggs and potatoes you can get anywhere. Crab salad with pork tenderloin and mashed potatoes? Steak au poivre that's made right? Frisse salad with petit lardons and poached egg? Duck confit with truffle oil? This might be the only place in San Francisco where I've seen île flotante on the menu. Be sure to order a side of french fries.
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Chou Chou
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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West Portal |
11/2/2006
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I HAD to have the lamb neck the minute I walked in and smelled it. My husband and I argued over who had the better dinner (he had the pork shoulder). We started with the antipasti which turned out to be the bestest charcuterie I've had on this side of the Atlantic. You gotta pace yourself here. I couldn't make it to dessert the portions are so generous, but they looked wonderful (and generous). Our waiter tried to dissuade my husband from the cookies, but they were fantastic.
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Incanto
Cuisine: Italian
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Noe Valley |
11/2/2006
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I thought the food was OK, the restaurant was way too loud and crowded and that it was very stuffy. I went here because of a TV show review and I ordered the piperade...I swear it's the easiest thing to make on this planet. Yummy, but not special. If I ever go back, I'll order the duck or something.
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Piperade
Cuisine: Spanish
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Downtown |
11/2/2006
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I love coming here with friends to see the floor show on Sunday nights. It's loud and you can't have a conversation, but the flamenco is great. The food is hit and miss. One time I went absolutely everything featured cheese, but last time I went the tapas were more traditional.
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Thirsty Bear Brewing Co.
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas
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SoMa |
11/2/2006
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You cannot come here and skip the Spoonful of Happiness. It's like going to Granada and missing the Generalife! Sit at the bar for a quieter and more intimate experience.
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KOO
Cuisine: Sushi
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Inner Sunset |
11/2/2006
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This is one of those restaurants that's been around forever and is well worth the drive across the bridge to eat there. One of the perks is that there is tons of street parking. The service is fantastic, the menu offerings are sophisticated and varied (rotating menu every month) and the restaurant itself is comfortable and not too loud. It's perfect for a date or large groups.
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BayWolf Restaurant
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Oakland |
11/2/2006
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This is a quiet little place not too far off from the Stanford mall and worth the drive there if you're in the area. It's organic and delicious. The atmosphere is a little formal, but the food and bloody marys are divine. They brought out fresh little bisquits with an apple compote while we waited for our chilaquiles, ricotta pancakes and the omelet. I normally don't order omelets, but I was intrigued by the butternut squash, s**take and arugula filling. It was great! My friends were a little put off by not having any artificial sweeteners or sugar free maple sugar available, but hey, not everyone offers organic sugar. The service was OK, but not great. I had to keep asking for more water for the table and mimosas.
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Flea St. Cafe
Cuisine: American (New) Californian
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Menlo Park |
11/2/2006
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