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Good savory crepes that are made right in front of your eyes. The service is friendly and they have a lot of good options. Unfortunately I was too full to try a dessert crepe :(
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Sophie's Crepes
Cuisine: Crepes Dessert
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Japantown |
5/11/2006
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Very fun place. Don't go for the food, it wasn't the best. I really liked the imajare, but everything else was just mediocre. We saw belly dancers and smoked the hookah which definitely added to the experience. The service was nice and I really liked the spiced wine. Fun place for a group.
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Kan Zaman
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
5/8/2006
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Yum yum yum! Delicious brunch and such a cute restaurant. We didn't have to wait at all because we went pretty early, but we saw the line get long as we ate. Their eggs benedict type dishes are amazing and I love the light hollandaise sauce. They don't drench the eggs and they are poached to perfection. Their big cup of chai is also very good.
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Zazie
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
5/8/2006
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I just found my new favorite sushi restaurant. The fish was so fresh and the service was great. Very unpretentious, but classy at the same time. I went on a Sunday night and it was fairly busy. I am hoping they get more business, but not so much that there is a long wait. The prices are a little high, but I think the quality is worth it. They have a great sake list and the sushi chefs are very skilled. I highly recommend it for anyone that likes fresh, classic sushi without any frills. My favorite was the guerrero roll and the sashimi sampler.
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Kiji Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar
Cuisine: Sushi
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Mission |
5/8/2006
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Best happy hour ever! Sushi rolls for $4 and martinis for $6. Their sushi was very fresh, loved the spicy tuna. I also really liked the seafood cigars. Service was great and the bartenders were awesome.
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Chaya Brasserie
Cuisine: French Asian
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Embarcadero |
5/1/2006
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Wow! The souffles are quite amazing here. It is a very romantic place that is on the small side. One souffle was more than enough to share for the entree. The dessert souffles are huge and could feed about 6 people. We barely made a dent in our chocolate souffle. The service is very french and a little on the terse side. Great date place.
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Cafe Jacqueline
Cuisine: French Dessert
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North Beach |
5/1/2006
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You get what you pay for. It is pretty cheap and the sushi is ok. Props for being the only sushi place open at noon on a Sunday in the mission. The service could use some improvement.
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We Be Sushi
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Mission |
5/1/2006
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I really wanted to like this place, but the entrees were too big of a dissapointment. The space is really nice and our waiter was great, but the food was not. The appetizers started off okay, but the portions were really too small. My duck entree did not have a very good taste and it was overcooked. They do have a nice wine list that is very reasonable. Save your money and head to the other cool restaurants in Hayes Valley.
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paul k
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Hayes Valley |
4/28/2006
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Yum! No need to cross the bay the Zachary's anymore. Their deep dish is awesome. Their sauce is a little less chunky than Zach's, but still very good and spicey. We got the mushroom and pepperoni deep dish and it was great. They also have a really inexpensive wine list with no bottle over $29. Good service, I wish they delivered!
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Patxi's Chicago Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Hayes Valley |
4/28/2006
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Thumbs way up on this restaurant. A great addition to the hood and was packed on a Saturday night. We waited quite a while for a table, but they have a really nice bar. The whole experience just go better and better through out the meal. The appetizers are good, not great. I love their french fries. The lamb riblets were a little too fatty for me and I didn't really enjoy the halibut carpaccio. The entrees on the other hand were amazing. The chicken is incredibly moist, the sole was very flavorful and the pork chop looked great. Their caesar salad is also very good. Their menu is a bit limited, though. They could stand to add a few entrees. The best part of the dinner was the desserts. AMAZING! Bourbon creme brulee, chocolate tart and a creme fraiche ice cream. I was so impressed with the service and the attentiveness of the waiters. Great space and ambiance. I will definitely be back.
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NOPA
Cuisine: Mediterranean Greek
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Western Addition |
4/28/2006
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I have to neg the place for the horrible service. We attempted to do the BYOB and were told that we didn't indicate it on our reservation. After much complaining and uncomfortableness they finally acquiesced. However, the rest of the evening was spoiled with their rude comments and stares. The BYOB deal is truly a great deal and the food was delicious. But I will never return because of that horrible service.
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Cafe Kati
Cuisine: Asian Californian Fusion
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Japantown |
4/17/2006
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If they have the open faced omelette with lemon ricotta, crabmeat and asparagus order it right away. Yes, the waits are long, the selection is small, and it is a little pricey, but my meal was well worth it. In fact, it was so big it served as two breakfasts. The wait service isn't the best and they do try to rush you a bit. I recommend going on a weekday and avoid the long lines.
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Ella's Restaurant
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Presidio Heights |
4/17/2006
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Amazing service that far exceeds any restaurant in the city. It is quite pricey, but their food is really spectacular and well worth it. We thought we would go big with 5 courses, but ended up barely being able to finish 4. If I went again I would do 3 courses. They have an unbelievable wine list that goes on for 65 pages. A restaurant you definitely have to visit once while living in SF.
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GARY DANKO
Cuisine: American (New)
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Fishermans Wharf |
4/17/2006
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A positive for the experience, not the food. An awesome space with really fun, interesting waiters and entertainment. They have some really tasty drinks that are not as expensive as you would think. Cosmos around $7. The food leaves a lot to be desired, but it is really fun being served 5 courses on a bed. I would recommend it once for dinner for the experience and then go as an after-hours place.
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Supperclub
Cuisine: Continental Fusion
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SoMa |
4/17/2006
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Get their sesame chicken and their sizzling shrimp. Huge portions, really fast service (mind you not great service), and incredibly cheap. We went at an odd time so we didn't have to wait at all. Definitely not authentic chinese food, but it is really tasty and cheap.
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House of Nanking
Cuisine: Chinese
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Chinatown |
4/17/2006
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Zach's is an insitution. It is so worth the drive over the bridge and waiting in cramped quarters for the spinach and mushroom, nothing quite like it, slice of heaven. Their good health pizza is also pretty good with the whole wheat crust. I could eat the sauce by the spoonful, plain! One of the best pizza places I have ever been to and I highly recommend it!
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Zachary's Chicago Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Oakland |
3/29/2006
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Very fun place to go with a group. They have some great menu items and lots of seafood. Also a delicious key lime martini and mojito. Good atmosphere and kid-friendly as well.
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Kingfish
Cuisine: Creole Eclectic
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San Mateo |
3/29/2006
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Great upscale restaurant with delicious cocktails. It is pretty fancy and many people are their for business dinners. They have a really nice specials and great service. Also a very impressive wine list.
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231 Ellsworth
Cuisine: American (New)
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San Mateo |
3/29/2006
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Best dinner I have ever had hands down. We started out with the seafood sampler appetizer. The oysters and mussels were so fresh and delicious. I had a lovely beet salad for the appetizer. But my favorite was the rib eye with a side of mac and cheese. It was so incredibly good and cooked perfectly. The fondue dessert was the perfect ending. Highly recommend this restaurant when you want to have a very nice dinner and are prepared to spend a little money.
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Viognier
Cuisine: Californian
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San Mateo |
3/29/2006
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The wait is loooooooooong, but the food is awesome. Go with a big group and sit at a big table and order lots and lots of food. Their chow fun is delish. Try to go with someone that knows what all the food is so you can make wise decisions. And be prepared to wait.
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Koi Palace
Cuisine: Dim Sum Seafood
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Daly City |
3/29/2006
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Interesting dishes and great ambiance. I had a very tasty noodle dish that was just the right amount of spicy. They have some good drinks and you can eat family style.
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Straits Cafe
Cuisine: Pan-Asian Singaporean
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Burlingame |
3/29/2006
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I know this is a chain, but their pear salad! I can eat that everyday for the rest of my life. Their servings are huge, but great for catered lunches.
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Max's
Cuisine: Deli Sandwiches
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Burlingame |
3/29/2006
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Their desserts are sooooooooooo good here! Their entrees are pretty good too, but seriously save room for the dessert. Service is good and there is outside seating for nice days.
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Il Fornaio
Cuisine: Bakery Italian
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Burlingame |
3/29/2006
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Great breakfast and lots of options! I have only been on weekdays so the line hasn't been too long, but I can imagine it gets packed on the weekends. Their garden omelette is fabulous and they have hash browns - my favorite!
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Stacks Restaurant
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Burlingame |
3/29/2006
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Good place for take out. You get really large options and it is pretty inexpensive. Surprisingly, I didn't think their pad thai was that great. Their penang curry was delicious as was their duck bbq. I will warn you that when you say hot - they make it SPICY! They also have really good brown rice. I will definitely be ordering from them again.
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Pad Thai Restaurant
Cuisine: Thai
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Mission |
3/16/2006
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I never thought I would say that I liked a Mexican restaurant in the Marina, but I am saying it. Mamacita's is a very fun place for a group with lots of interesting menu items. The food is served family style which gives everyone a chance to sample multiple items. The pomegranate margaritas are awesome, but pretty pricey. I think ordering these a la carte is a better option than the pitcher, which has too much ice. The waiters and bartenders are great and very helpful. I recommend it.
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Mamacita
Cuisine: Mexican Nuevo Latino
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Marina |
3/14/2006
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I always have such a hard time finding a snack when I am out and about. Until now - Peasant Pies is the perfect snack place. They have some really tasty savory options, I like the clam and spicy tomato sauce. And it is cheap and fast. You can eat them on the run and they are pretty healthy too. I wasn't as impressed with the sweet pie we got, so I will stick to the savory.
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Peasant Pies
Cuisine: Bakeries
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Noe Valley |
2/27/2006
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Great neighborhood Thai place that is so cheap! The service is great and very fast. I loved the duck curry and the papaya salad. The servings were a good size and we were all stuffed for under $15 a person. Definitely recommend it.
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Little Thai Restaurant
Cuisine: Thai
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Polk St./Van Ness |
2/27/2006
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It sounds like Lupa is a much better dinner restaurant than brunch. With Miss Millie's closed they have started offering brunch on Sat and Sun. There was nothing wrong with the food or the service, but it was definitely not great. I wouldn't recommend it for brunch as their menu is very limited and not that exciting. I will have to try it for dinner.
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Lupa Trattoria
Cuisine: Italian Seafood
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Noe Valley |
2/27/2006
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Delicious tapas that in my opinion are not that tiny. We had more than enough food and didn't end up spending a lot of money even though we had quite a bit to drink. The tuna tacos were amazing, as were the spare ribs and the filet mignon. I loved the fondue and the spinach salad. Their red sangria is very smooth and I recommend eating the fruit at the end. The waiter told us to order 2-3 tapas per person, we ended up ordering 2 per person and I think we could have got away with 1.5 per person. Definitely recommend it!
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Andalu
Cuisine: Eclectic Small Plates
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Mission |
2/27/2006
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I went here for a birthday dinner and we had a great time. The food was very tasty and they had entertainment. Great place for a group with lots of interesting items on the menu. Service was great too.
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Pena Pacha Mama
Cuisine: South American Bolivian
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North Beach |
2/27/2006
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For what it is I think it is good. If I am ever at Union Square and I need lunch I can count on Rubio's to deliver some good, cheap, relatively healthy meal. I really like their chicken salad and their non-fried tacos. I think it is one of the best options if you are dining in the mall.
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Rubio's Baja Grill
Cuisine: Mexican
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Downtown |
2/13/2006
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Great place for a carnivore. Their prime rib is truly delicious and they cook it perfectly. I loved their mashed potatoes and their house salad. I was not a fan of their creamed spinach, which I usually love at restaurants. I could barely finish half of my city cut, which is the smallest. It is a lot of food and I think worth the money. The service is great and the restaurant has a great old school feel to it. If you love Prime Rib you must try this place.
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House of Prime Rib
Cuisine: Steakhouses
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Polk St./Van Ness |
2/13/2006
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Hands down best sushi I have ever had anywhere. It was so fresh, melt in your mouth absolutely delicious. I would definitely recommend the sashimi sampler platter that has a delicious sampling of very fresh sashimi. If they have the bene toro please get it - it is sooo good! Our waiter was very knowledgeable about sake and gave us a great recommendation. Their sake selection is very impressive. My one gripe was with the service. After our waiter sold us a very expensive bottle of sake he seemed to forget us. We had to wait about 15 minutes to place another order of sushi and to get our bill. Also, fill up on the sushi and skip the dessert - it is not very exciting. It was an expensed dinner so I didn't pay too much attention to the prices, but it was definitely extremely expensive. However, I think it is worth it!
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OZUMO
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Embarcadero |
2/13/2006
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How can you not love a restaurant that is called Le Charm? Very cute, quaint, neighborhood joint that makes you feel like you stumbled upon a hidden gem. It was raining on the day that I went, but I am sure their outdoor bistro would have been lovely for dinner. We both had the prix fixe for $28 and I thought it was an amazing deal. You get about 5-6 choices per course, with many tempting ones. The french onion soup and escargot are delicious. For the entree I had the steak, which was very decadent and cooked perfectly. The desserts were different, but good. The service was a bit slow and my one complaint is that they forgot to pack my leftovers. Overall, it is a good value with delicious french food and a little bit of that french service!
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Le Charm French Bistro
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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SoMa |
2/2/2006
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Roe is fun little hot spot in SOMA. They have a dining room that is beautifully decorated and an upstairs lounge that is hopping with loud music. The food is inventive and tasty. We had the DAT menu and were very happy overall with the selections. The main entrees, the chicken and garlic noodles were delicious. There are four courses the first two courses together make a good size appetizer. I was not impressed with the ginger salad. I was also not impressed with the service. Our waiter was horrible. We asked for his help in picking a wine and he clearly had no idea what he was talking about. Also, the wait time between the courses was far too long. The desserts were delicious. The trio of sorbets is not to be missed. I would return, but would expect a very long dinner.
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ROE Restaurant
Cuisine: French Japanese
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SoMa |
1/16/2006
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Yum! Their pizza is so delicious and so reasonably priced. We had a pepperoni and mushroom and their Louisiana pizza. I thought both were delicious. Their larges are big enough to feed a family. The service was good and we didn't have to wait long. I think I found my new favorite thin crust pizza in the city!
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Pauline's Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Mission |
1/16/2006
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I have been here for brunch and drinks. They have a pretty small menu for brunch, but some good choices. I had the breakfast enchiladas and the rex skillet scramble. Both were delicious. They also have a great late night happy hour. My one complaint is that their service is horrible. I had a very rude waitress for happy hour and the service at brunch was awful. However, it is still a positive because the ambicance is great and it is a good neighborhood joint.
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Rex Cafe
Cuisine: French Brunch
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Polk St./Van Ness |
1/16/2006
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I had a great DAT dinner at Ana Mandara last night. Probably one of the best DAT experiences I have had with the most options. We were a group of 4 and ended up sharing everything on the menu and every dish was delicious. Here is the menu:
First Course
Crispy Rolls with crabmeat, shrimp & shiitake mushrooms
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Crispy Lobster Ravioli
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Banana Blossom salad with chicken & grapefruit
Second Course
Seared Mekong Basa
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Sauteed Beef
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Crispy Skin Five-Spiced Poussin (Chicken)
Third Course
Meyer Lemon Mousse
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Flourless Coconut Rum Cake
My favorites were the lobster ravioli and the basa. I was probably the least impressed with the beef and would not order it again. The desserts were so light and delicious. I loved the lemon mousse. Services was okay, nothing great. But the ambiance was fabulous. They also offered a wine flight for $16. None of us were drinking and it came to $41 a person with tax and tip. I highly recommend it.
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ANA MANDARA
Cuisine: French (New) Vietnamese
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Fishermans Wharf |
1/16/2006
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Definitely the oddest chinese restaurant I have been to. I would consider it more French than Chinese, but either way it was delicious. We went for the prix-fixe DAT menu. The DAT menu was 4 courses, no dessert for $31.95. The starter was hoisin chicken triangles. They were very delicious, but tiny. Then a crab bisque soup with puff pastry crust. That was very delicious. The third course was a steamed sea bass in a yummy sauce that I cannot remember. But it was very good. The last course was the best, sheking beef and asparagus. The portions were perfect and we did not feel over-stuffed, but we did not have room for dessert. The service is a little odd and the ambiance is a little cheesey. I did really enjoy all the pictures of the famous people who have dined there.
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Tommy Toy's Cuisine Chinoise
Cuisine: Chinese French (New)
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Downtown |
1/11/2006
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I was very impressed with Town Hall. I had a very nice dining experience here with great service, delicious food, and a great bottle of wine. The food is cajun inspired and very innovative. I had a beet salad for the appetizer and the tai snapper for the entree. Both were very delicious and the portion sizes were good. The dessert was definitely the best part. We shared the butterscotch pot de creme (must try) the hot chocolate and warm cookies and the pumpkin cheesecake. All were delicious and the best part of the meal. I definitely recommend it.
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Town Hall
Cuisine: American (New)
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SoMa |
1/11/2006
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Solid Thai food at very reasonable prices. Very nice decor and good service. We had the appetizer combo, which was perfect for four people. The panang nuer and the pad thai were very good. We ended up spending $11 each and had leftovers. Good neighborhood joint.
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Lemongrass
Cuisine: Thai
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Russian Hill |
1/3/2006
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The worst service I have ever had at a restaurant. I am not sure if it was an off day for this restaurant, but even though the food was very tasty I have to give it a negative for the horrid service. We arrived around noon and were told "Good Luck" by one of the patrons as they went out for a smoke. We should have taken that as a sign and left, but it was one of the few restaurants open. Because the place is a little cramped we sat at a dirty table so we wouldn't be in the way. Fifteen minutes pass, dirty plates still on the table, no menus, no acknowledgment. Then our waitress comes by ready to take our order. We let her know that we never got our menus. We ended up bussing our own table, setting our own table and getting our own water. When we finally got our food we were a bit delirious. The food was actually quite tasty, but the service was unforgivable. I will not be returning.
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Blue Jay Cafe
Cuisine: Soul Food
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Western Addition |
1/3/2006
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What a great find in North Beach! The dishes are so delicious and very cheap. They also have a good selection of wines and a very cheap house wine by the carafe that is quite a deal. I really enjoyed the kaddo and the banjan. It is a fun place to go to with a group and eat family style. I highly recommend this place.
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Helmand, The
Cuisine: Afghan
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North Beach |
1/3/2006
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Very delicious crepes. Their mushroom sauce is delicious as well as their organic tomatoes. The wait is a little long and I really cannot understand their waiting room. Why don't they just serve food in there? The service is pretty lacking as well. Also a little pricey. But I give it a positive because the crepes are truly delicious and unique.
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Ti Couz
Cuisine: French Dessert
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Mission |
1/1/2006
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What a burger! They load it up and the fries are really good too. This is a great place for that greasy hangover meal. Service is pretty fast, but more of a to go place than a sit down restaurant.
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Tony's Cable Car Restaurant
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Inner Richmond |
12/30/2005
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Wow - that is quick delivery! They said 45 minutes on the phone, but it ended up being less than 20 minutes. Reasonable prices and not too greasy. The portion sizes were adequate, the naan is huge! I wasn't too impressed with their samosas, but their vegetarian korma was delicious. There are generally coupons too, 20% off for dine-in, $2-$3 off for delivery.
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Alhamra
Cuisine: indian pakistani
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Mission |
12/27/2005
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All you can eat shabu shabu for $20. You really can't beat that. The service is friendly even though it is a little slow. Good neighborhood joint.
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Kufu Ya
Cuisine: Japanese
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Outer Richmond |
12/21/2005
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It hurts me to give it a positive, but there is really nothing wrong with Pasta Pomodoro. For what it is and promises it delivers. They have some good pasta dishes, some boring, some interesting. I like their focaccia and pesto dip they bring out when you sit down. They also have a great kids menu. But it is food that I could make at home. And if I make it at home I would probably use about 1/4 of the oil they use.
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Pasta Pomodoro
Cuisine: Italian
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Japantown |
12/21/2005
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Not bad for the area. We had some nachos which were mediocre. Probably the best mexican in a 5-mile radius. Service is good and their salsa bar is great. I also like that they have some innovative specials. Very reasonably priced.
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Pancho's Salsa Bar & Grill
Cuisine: Mexican
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Polk St./Van Ness |
12/21/2005
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Great food and great prices. We got out of there for under $25 with full bellies and leftovers. The ambiance is nothing great and it not hip by any means, but the food is solid and the service is good. This will be my new takeout place. I loved the rice noodles!
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Saigon Saigon
Cuisine: Vietnamese
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Mission |
12/21/2005
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Another place for brunch in the Mission that is well needed. As my friend and I sat in empty Garcon for Sunday brunch we laughed at the people getting soaked and freezing waiting for Boogaloo's. Garcon has a nice brunch menu with great service. The portions were huge and came with potatoes and a salad. I hope this place gets more business because it is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. I can't wait to try it for dinner.
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Garcon
Cuisine: French
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Mission |
12/21/2005
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I had very high expectations going in to Myth and they were actually met! The ambiance and service are great at this beautiful restaurant. Their menu had plenty of variety and I loved that they had half portions. The plating was beautiful on all the dishes. I had the pumpkin soup, which was delicious even though it could have been a bit larger. My butterfish was divine and perfectly complimented by pea sprouts. The desserts were okay, definitely not impressive. I would definitely go back.
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MYTH
Cuisine: French Californian
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Downtown |
11/23/2005
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Nice spot for a good salad. Their prices are a little high for the portion size, but I like their space. Their fries are also very yummy.
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Frjtz Fries
Cuisine: Belgian
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Hayes Valley |
11/21/2005
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I had an excellent dining experience here last weekend. The oysters were delicious, try the Kumamotos. The short ribs are even better than the reviews. They have excellent cocktails and a good wine list. I was a little dissapointed with my entree, but the dessert made up for it. Our service was great, but I think it had to do with how much money we were spending...
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Mecca
Cuisine: American (New) Eclectic
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Upper Market/Church Street |
11/8/2005
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So it is a big OKAY. I was really excited to try it, but the pancakes definitely did not live up to the expectations. I will say that the Hash Browns are delicious! If you are a fan of the hash browns then it is worth the trip. The service is definitely lacking.
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Sears Fine Foods
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Downtown |
10/31/2005
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The super special is so much food, but so good!!! I had leftovers for days and it was all delicious. The restaurant is very old school, but the service is great. It is great for groups as well as for a date.
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Myconos
Cuisine: Greek Mediterranean
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Polk St./Van Ness |
10/17/2005
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This restaurant is FABULOUS! The decor is so beautiful on the inside and the food is delicious. They have a very nice wine list with some great reasonable whites and reds. Their menu is varied, with great fresh oysters and bloody mary shooter oysters. To top it off they have a full bar and a live band on Fridays and Saturdays. The service is a little spotty, but they are very friendly. I highly recommend it!
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O'Reilly's Holy Grail
Cuisine: Irish European
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Polk St./Van Ness |
10/17/2005
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Yum! I had a delicious sea scramble here with crab and shrimp. They offer a variety of breads, including scones and biscuits. Plus they have grits! I didn't like the grits too much, but I thought it was pretty cool anyway. Service is fast and the ambiance is fun. Great Sunday brunch place.
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Mabel's Just for You Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners Bakeries
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Potrero Hill |
10/17/2005
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Great neighborhood restaurant with a cozy feel. Their chicken is delicious and the service is great. It is one of those places you can go to when you just don't feel like cooking, but want something simple.
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IL Pollaio
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
10/14/2005
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A good place for a quick burger. Make sure you specify medium or medium rare, otherwise the burger will be well done. Pretty cheap and a good condiment bar.
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Sliders Diner
Cuisine: Hamburgers Diner
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Castro |
10/11/2005
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I was not impressed with the food or prices at this Taqueria. With El Farolito and La Taqueria so close by I don't see a reason to visit Taqueria Sam Jose. The super burrito is almost $7 and they put whole slices of tomatoes in the veggie burrito. Save yourself some money and get a better burrito at El Farolito.
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Taqueria San Jose
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
10/3/2005
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La Provence's family atmosphere is so inviting and makes you feel like you are in someone's home rather than a restaurant. The waitstaff is so inviting and pleasant. The food is very good, but not excellent. I think they are still perfecting their menu. The salad de chevre was delicious, but the pate could have used a little bit of help. I ordered the rabbit which was good, even though it was slightly overcooked. My friend ordered the lamb which was delicious and perfectly medium rare. We passed on dessert because we were too full, but the dessert menu looked good. They also have good wine offering by the glass. A great neighborhood find that I will be returning to soon.
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La Provence
Cuisine: French
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Mission |
9/28/2005
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What a lovely restaurant all around. The experience started off great when Rob came and greeted us because we were from SFsurvey. The service was excellent, informative but not intrusive. The prix-fixe neighborhood special was a great deal. The house salad had a delicious lemon dressing that was the perfect size. I ordered the steak which came with delicious mashed potatoes and the perfect amount of goat cheese. My dining partner ordered the pasta with chicken, which was surprisingly good. Dessert was delicious and inventive. The dining room has great ambience and decor. The icing on the cake, though, was that our waiter was gorgeous and so sweet. Overall a great dining experience that makes me sad to not live in the neighborhood anymore.
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SUMI
Cuisine: Fusion
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Castro |
9/27/2005
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How this place is packed on a Friday night is beyond me. The food is all right, nothing special. I do really like their chips and salsa and tortillas, though. The service could use some serious help. Good place to take kids though - free ice cream and good sized kid meals.
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Chevy's Fresh Mex
Cuisine: Tex Mex
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Civic Center |
9/26/2005
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I went for brunch this weekend. They have some good creative breakfast dishes. The Mexican scramble was delicious and the salsa was extra spicey. The only negative is that it is a bit pricey and well it's the Marina.
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Cozmo's Corner Grill
Cuisine: American (New) Californian
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Marina |
9/20/2005
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Great cheeseburgers and other grilled food here. You can also can't beat the tamale lady. They have a huge outdoor patio with lots of beer. Really fun place for a liquid Sunday afternoon.
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Zeitgeist
Cuisine: Hamburgers Barbecue
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Mission |
9/20/2005
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This is my favorite take out place when I am in the mood for good cheap food. They have really good egg rolls and excellent szechuan eggplant. Plus they have a huge selection and are really fast if you pick up.
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Dak Win Restaurant
Cuisine: Chinese
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Mission |
9/13/2005
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Standard diner food, but really good when you are drunk and nothing else is open. Friendly staff and a fun jukebox. Their grilled cheese is very tasty.
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Orphan Andy's
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Castro |
9/12/2005
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I enjoyed my takeout and it was very quick. Service is friendly. Prices are a little bit higher than I would expect. Good neighborhood joint.
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Sushi Rapture
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Nob Hill |
9/12/2005
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Such a lovely little place. Had a very good time here sipping their china rose petal tea and eating their little sandwiches. Too much mayo, but other than that very yummy. Great place for a relaxing Sunday afternoon.
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Lovejoy's Tea Room
Cuisine: Tearooms
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Noe Valley |
9/6/2005
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Good quality fish, very fresh tasting. Service was nice and we got seated promptly. Their specials are a very good deal. Nice neighborhood joint.
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Hamano Sushi
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Noe Valley |
9/6/2005
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The $4 all you can drink mimosa is just an awesome deal. They are not stingy about refilling and they refill you right to the top. Food is pretty good. Eggs benedict very yummy and rich. Their home fries are delicious - crispy fried and taste almost like french fries. Additional plus - if you mention Gospel Party you get two-for-one brunch! Ambiance is very cool as well. My one complaint is the service. Our waitress was soo snooty, but with mimosas in hand we didn't care! Highly recommend for a good group brunch.
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Lime
Cuisine: Californian American (Traditional)
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Upper Market/Church Street |
9/6/2005
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The salsa is very hot, but I like it that way. Great burritos with lots of goodies packed inside. You get out of there with a burrito that is good for two meals for under $5. Yum!
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Taqueria Cancun
Cuisine: Mexican
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Bernal Heights |
9/2/2005
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I love this place! Tuesdays and Thursday they have $3 pitchers and some great karaoke. Never order the deep dish, but the regular is good. I love their front room special and the service is always hilarious. Great place for a group.
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The Front Room
Cuisine: Pizza American (Traditional)
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Nob Hill |
8/29/2005
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This pizza place rocks! They have delicious, huge slices that eat like a meal. And it is super cheap. Try their special pizza. Worth trekking out to the Sunset for.
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Seniore's Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Outer Sunset |
8/26/2005
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Absolutely delicious and very reasonably priced. They have a prix fixe meal going on right now - $35 for appetizer, entree, dessert and sparkling water. Great wine list and great service. Their rack of lamb is perfect. I was a litle dissapointed with the dessert, though. Highly recommend it for good french food that is very rich.
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Fringale Restaurant
Cuisine: French Basque
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SoMa |
8/25/2005
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Yum! Their slices are soo good that my whole group went for seconds. And no their slices are not small, they are just that good. And yes we were drunk, very drunk.
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Victor's Pizzeria
Cuisine: Italian Pizza
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Polk St./Van Ness |
8/24/2005
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I had a wonderful time at this restaurant. We had a huge party and they were very attentive. The space is great and the bathroom is even better. The food was inventive and tasty. I was a little disappointed with the dessert, but the reasonable wine list more than made up for it.
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Triptych
Cuisine: Fusion
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SoMa |
8/22/2005
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Very mediocre. Their menu is pretty small and doesn't have many items that I couldn't make at home. Prices are reasonable. There are so many other good restaurants on this block I wouldn't stop in here. There is a reason why it is slightly empty when all the other restaurants have huge waits.
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Spiazzino Cucina Italiana
Cuisine: Italian
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Mission |
8/12/2005
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Decent breakfast. Nothing to get excited over. There are some better options in the Castro very close by.
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The Cove on Castro
Cuisine: American
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Castro |
8/12/2005
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Amazing! Seriously, one of the better dining experiences I have had lately. The food was absolutely delicious, innovative and prefect portion sized. The service was also perfect, helpful, but not overly intrusive. They have a very reasonable wine list as well and the cheapest beer prices I have seen for a really good imported selection. Plus they had Liberty Ale, my favorite. I got the hamachi special, which was perfect. I can't recommend this place is enough.
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The HOUSE
Cuisine: Pan-Asian Pacific Rim
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North Beach |
8/11/2005
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My first visit here was great. We had the sushi special and some sake and everything tasted really fresh. The prices were also very reasonable. The next time I went my friend and I both had horrible stomach aches right after. I haven't been back since.
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Nara Sushi
Cuisine: Sushi
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Tenderloin |
8/5/2005
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When I lived in the hood this was a Sunday tradition. Great standard breakfast items for cheap prices. The wait is usually bearable, but there isn't much capacity - max of 4-6 people per group. The staff is really friendly too.
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Eddie's Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners Breakfast
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Western Addition |
7/25/2005
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Great happy hour - $3 margaritas and free appetizers. They give a 3-tiered seving platter of little apps - bean and cheese dip, mini tamales and some empanadas. Nice decor.
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Maya Restaurant
Cuisine: Mexican
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SoMa |
7/20/2005
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I think this restaurant deserves more of an in-between a positive and a neutral. My experience as a whole was underwhelming. We started off with the beet salad and french onion soup. Both were okay, but nothing fabulous. The beet were delicious, but the choice of frissee and the amount used slightly ruined the salad. The dressing was also a little too oily for me. For the entree we had the shortribs and the duck. The duck was delicious, great sauce that had an interesting flavor. The short ribs were ok, but I have had better. The portion size for both was great. The desserts were also just ok - a nectarine and berry crisp a la mode and the bittersweet banana chocolate bread pudding. The bread pudding wasn't custardy enough. I don't think I would return unless I lived in the neighborhood. I think you can get better french food for an even better price at other restaurants like Baker Street Bistro.
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Le Petit Robert
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Russian Hill |
7/19/2005
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I will give it a positive rating just for its amazing happy hour. Appetizers and drinks for $3. The food is pretty good for the value and it is a fun atmosphere. Happy hour is from 4-6 on weekdays.
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Puccini & Pinetti
Cuisine: Italian
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Downtown |
7/18/2005
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A decent brunch option for 24th street. They do have some interesting dishes that show off their middle eastern fare. Service can be slow and prices are bit high for the quality.
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24th Street Cafe
Cuisine: American Middle Eastern
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Noe Valley |
7/13/2005
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While the interior is very impressive, the restaurant lacks anything significant to make it stand out. The location is convenient for public transportation, but rather tucked away in the Embarcadero Center. The food is alright, doesn't warrant the prices. My lamb chops were far too oily, but the appetizers were decent. The service needs a bit of work, but they are very friendly.
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Monte Cristo Cafe
Cuisine: French
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Downtown |
7/13/2005
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Fun for what the place is, a swanky bar to drink some champagne. The crowd can get a little annoying, but you can always go downstairs and dance your cares away.
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The Bubble Lounge Champagne Bar
Cuisine: Small Plates Dessert
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Downtown |
7/5/2005
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Two words - bread pudding! OMG it was so good and decadent and topped with fresh fruit. The serving is enough to feed you for the entire day and probably enough calories for the week, but it is oh so good and worth it. A bit crowded, but absolutely worth the wait in my opinion.
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Tartine Bakery
Cuisine: Bakeries
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Mission |
7/5/2005
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Great space! I like that they have a great menu, great drinks and a DJ with dancing. The food is a little pricey for the size. But we had some scallops that were delicious. Service can be spotty, but it is a newer place. Great Friday or Saturday night dinner spot. Plus parking is easy.
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levende lounge
Cuisine: american (new) fusion brunch
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Mission |
6/27/2005
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This place is great for a fun group gathering. It is all about the show and wow those men/women look amazing! The food was better than I expected. Their ribs are delicious and they have a great soba noodle dish. But the food is definitely not the high point. It can get expensive with those drinks, so be careful!
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AsiaSF
Cuisine: Californian Asian
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SoMa |
6/27/2005
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What a great restaurant! I loved the ambiance and the decor. It is small and cozy, yet vry hip. Their menu is pretty small, fits on one page, but you will still have a hard time choosing your meal. Their gravlax is not to be missed. Service is great, and I love that their kitchen is right on the floor. My one complaint is that their is a bit of excessive use of butter/oil. Highly recommend it -- and it is easy to find parking!
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Slow Club
Cuisine: American (New)
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Potrero Hill |
6/27/2005
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Great inexpensive brunch with a large menu. We had no wait on Saturday afternoon - amazing! They have an extensive list of brunch items and a great bakery selection. The brie and apple omelette is amazing. Service is so-so, but the food is good.
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Roxanne's Cafe
Cuisine: American (New)
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Nob Hill |
6/21/2005
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Firefly is amazing! I had the most wonderful dining experience there last night. The waitstaff was attentive, friendly, and helpful. Our waitress recommended a great wine. They have a great prix fix on Sun.-Thurs. for $30 - any choice of appetizer, entree and dessert. Their menu is so eclectic and innovative, we had a hard time deciding on our meal. We tried the scallop potstickers and the roccola salad with pistachio crusted goat cheese and port poached cherries. The salad was amazing. They make a great roasted cauliflower mash that you will swear taste like mashed potatoes. The desserts were also delicious, strawberry infused panna cotta and banana chocolate creme pie. The presentation of the dishes are lovely and the portion size is perfect. I also feel like they try to be health-concsious, using minimal butter and fresh vegetables. The ambiance is perfect, a blend of neighborhood and hip. I highly recommend this restaurant.
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Firefly
Cuisine: Eclectic
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Noe Valley |
6/21/2005
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It really is all about the view. I had a glass of wine and my friend had a beer sampler. The drinks were good, but the food is nothing to write home about. Far too over-priced. I suggest it if you want a nice view and a cocktail.
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Beach Chalet Brewery
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Outer Richmond |
6/14/2005
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If you don't want to wait in line at Boogaloo's or Chloe's take a stroll down to Ebb-tide cafe. They have awesome brunch and at about half the price! You can get eggs benedict for $6.50, which is pretty much unheard of in the city. Great service , great menu options and very reasonably priced.
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Ebb-tide Cafe
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Mission |
6/13/2005
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Great brunch place when you want more of an upscale mood and a waterfront view. They only had 6 choices for brunch, but they were all very decadent and looked delicious. I got a twist on standard eggs benedict, crab louis and garlic spinach instead of canadian bacon. Delicious! But the best part was it came with a side of fruit that wasn't just an orange. A great size serving of rasberries, strawberries, blackberries, bananas, and tangerines. Most places would charge you $7 for a side of fruit. They also have a monte cristo with nutella, peanut butter and berry jelly. And if you are feeling extra decadent -- delicious appetizers. They serve real Mitchell's ice cream. Service was great.
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Butterfly
Cuisine: Californian Asian
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Embarcadero |
6/13/2005
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Pretty good for slices. I like it far better than fat slice and they always have a good variety for slices. You can tell them to heat the pizza as long as you want and they don't charge extra for to go boxes.
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Escape From NY Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
6/10/2005
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As far as authentic mexican goes, this is not it. The burritos are large and a little bit pricey for what you get. I have yet to find a good burrito place in the Haight, including this one.
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El Balazo
Cuisine: Mexican
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
6/10/2005
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This is one of those strange, but good places that has everything and anything you could ever imagine on a menu. Pita wraps to hamburgers to eggplant parmesan. It is a pretty big space and has friendly waitstaff. Nothing amazing, but a good place for a group who can't decide on a cuisine.
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All You Knead
Cuisine: American Bistro
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
6/10/2005
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Standard breakfast menu that you see at most of these types of places. They have some outdoor seating and reasonable prices. I have never had anything bad here, but also never had anything phenomenal.
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Squat and Gobble
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners American (Traditional)
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Lower Haight |
6/10/2005
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I really hated their pizza. I usually don't hate any kind of pizza, it is pretty hard thing to totally screw up, but they did. This is the type of place where they have cheese pieces sitting for hours and then they pile on the toppings you want and re-bake. There are much better options in this area.
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Mythic Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Lower Haight |
6/10/2005
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I had their cheesburger one rainy afternoon. It was okay. If you are in the neighborhood it is a cheaper alternative to burger joint. Their fries are good too. It is mostly a takeout place, only two small high top tables.
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Metro Caffe
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Cheese Steaks
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Lower Haight |
6/10/2005
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Happy hour beers for $2. Great place to grab a drink and sit outside when the weather is nice. Very low key. Never tried the food, but it always looks good.
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Cafe Abir
Cuisine: Coffeeshop American Bistro
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Hayes Valley |
6/9/2005
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I tried this restaurant with a friend last week. They describe it as Mesopatamia food. It has influences from Greece, Middle East, and India. I really enjoyed my meal. It is a nicer place with entrees ranging from $11-$17 if I recall correctly. Their entrees are very large and delicious. I ordered the dolmas which were not your classic dolmas. There were some wrapped in grape leaves, others in eggplant, onion, zucchini. They like to mix the savory with the sweet so it had a tamarind sauce. The service was excellent. The waiter took his time explaining the menu. They have wine by the glass for $4 and it is pretty good. If you are looking for something different this is an excellent place to go.
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YaYa
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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Polk St./Van Ness |
6/9/2005
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I have had their veggie burger and their regular burgers and both were excellent. Really friendly staff and good neighborhood feel.
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Polker's Gourmet Burgers
Cuisine: Breakfast Hamburgers
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Polk St./Van Ness |
6/9/2005
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Maybe it was what I ordered, but I did not enjoy the food at all. I got the chicken special and it just tasted off. This is definitely a take-out joint, not a destination restaurant. There are too many other good finds on Polk Street for me to try this place again.
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Hahn's Hibachi
Cuisine: Korean Barbecue bbq
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Polk St./Van Ness |
6/9/2005
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This place is great for two reasons: huge outside patio and no ridiculous wait times. The service is fast and friendly. The food is nothing to write home about, but decent. They have a great bar and a wonderful view. Great place for one of those rare Sunny Sundays.
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The Ramp
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Hamburgers
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Potrero Hill |
6/9/2005
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I had a great experience at Zuni. I went in a bit cautious because I have heard some uneven reviews. However, it was great. The oyster bar is awesome and fresh. The Zuni ceaser salad is great, but not really worth all the hype. Our entrees were delicious and perfectly sized. They also have a verynice wine list with some great half bottle options. The dessert was delicious, strawberry rhubarb crisp a la mode. The service was mediocre. Our waiter was a little strange, but very nice. The food takes some time, but we didn't mind because we were enjoying the scenery and the atmosphere. A great SF restaurant.
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Zuni Cafe
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Hayes Valley |
6/8/2005
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I love this place! Great place to go when you are craving meat and all those great side dishes. You can bbq at your table and then smell like it for the rest of the night! The Bul Ko Gi is awesome and the Jap Chae.
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Brother's Korean Restaurant
Cuisine: Korean Barbecue bbq
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Inner Richmond |
5/31/2005
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I had a great dining experience here. They have some very fun drinks to start off with. Their mussels are very good. We shared a bunch of entrees and they were all tasty. The service was great and friendly. Dessert was awesome as well. Good place for groups.
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Azie
Cuisine: French Asian
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SoMa |
5/31/2005
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I love their green salsa. I agree that the veggie burrito is awesome. Good place for a quick bit and very cheap.
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Taqueria Cancun
Cuisine: Mexican
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Downtown |
5/27/2005
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Can get very crowded. They have good, interesting rolls and are reasonable priced. I love their starter salad. Service is nothing to write home about, but good, fresh sushi.
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Kitaro Restaurant
Cuisine: sushi japanese
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Outer Richmond |
5/26/2005
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This is a great place for pizza happy hour. They have 2 for 1 deals on their pizzas and drink specials. Fun place for a big group. The pizza is pretty good and reasonably priced. They are more like individual pizzas, square shaped. Good neighborhood joint.
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Pizza Inferno Restaurant & Bar
Cuisine: Pizza Italian
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Upper Fillmore |
5/26/2005
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This is my favorite thai restaurant. Really great inventive dishes. It is a bit more pricey than most thai restaurants, but I think it is worth it. It is crowded and even if you make reservations you will likely have to wait. Delicious seafood!
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Thep Phanom Thai Cuisine
Cuisine: Thai
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Lower Haight |
5/13/2005
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The view is the best thing about this place. The garlic fries are good and they make a decent hanburger. I think it is a little too pricey for pub food, though. Can be fun at happy hour.
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Gordon Biersch
Cuisine: Pub Food
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Pacific Bell Park/South Beach |
5/13/2005
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I love this little restaurant. The prix fixe is a great deal. I believe it is $13 all night Sunday. Salad, entree and dessert. It is cute and cozy and the service is great. Good place when you want a nice dinner and don't want to spend a lot of money.
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Metro Cafe
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Western Addition |
5/13/2005
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Everyone always raves about this place so maybe my expectations were too high. The service is definitely very friendly, but I found the food pretty average. I had a good salad, but my main entree, eggplant parmesan, was mediocre. It is reasonably priced, but I think you can do better in this neighborhood.
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Chow
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Upper Market/Church Street |
5/13/2005
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This is one of my favorite cheap eats. It is a bit hidden on Divisadero, but well worth the searching. They have a fabulous all-you-can-eat vegetarian special for $7.50 served all night. It is owned by a couple who are genuine and sweet. They do not make the best waiters/waitresses, but what they lack in service they make up for in charm. They have a great bar and jukebox with a happy hour from 4-6, $2 drafts. Great place to go for a casual weekday meal. I highly recommend it!
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Club Waziema
Cuisine: Ethiopian
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Western Addition |
5/10/2005
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The food is defintiely not the selling point of the restaurant, but the atmosphere, service and entertainment are. This is a place to go with a large group if you want to have fun and have some decent food. The place is decorated beautifully, a little kitchy, but fun. The experience is hilarious. They will have you dancing by the end of the night after some flaming sambuca shots. Their turkish tea is also one to try. Great place for a big group get together!
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Pasha's
Cuisine: Moroccan Middle Eastern Mediterranean
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Polk St./Van Ness |
5/9/2005
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I had a wonderful experience at jardiniere. My friend and I went to celebrate our promotions with a special evening. We started out with some delicious cocktails. We were then taken upstairs to a great seat by the piano with a view over the balcony. On the way up a waitress knocked over my friend's drink which was practically empty. They brought two more drinks for us on the house. We then ordered 3 appetizers and one entree to share. The scallops were divine and the duck salad was delicious. The entrees were very subtle and let the flavor of the food come through. Dessert was delicious as well. I highly recommend for a speical evening.
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Jardiniere Restaurant
Cuisine: Californian
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Hayes Valley |
5/9/2005
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The best thing about the food was definitely the spice. It was hot, the way I like it. However, for the price there is much better chinese food to be had.
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Brandy Ho's
Cuisine: Chinese
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Chinatown |
5/9/2005
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This place was such a great random dinner. We were just walking along and stumbled upon it. Their tacos are awesome! I loved the sauce they put on the fish tacos. Wish I lived closer...
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Pacific Catch
Cuisine: Seafood Asian
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Marina |
5/5/2005
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I love this place for what it is. It is a great time with your girlfriends and the staff is very entertaining. Delicious tiramisu and great location. I did have dinner here once and it was decent. Nothing fabulous, but definitely good. We had some wine and the waiters were great. Not the place for the best italian food, but it can be a really good time.
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Steps of Rome
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
5/5/2005
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Good, big burgers here and milkshakes. The decor will do nothing for you - but if you are in the mood for a BIG burger, this is the place.
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Mo's
Cuisine: Hamburgers Coffee Shops/Diners
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North Beach |
5/5/2005
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Good pizza, even though the square pizza always scares me. Great place for a slice of pizza, even sober!
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Golden Boy Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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North Beach |
5/5/2005
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Had a delicious brunch on New Year's day here. Cute little cafe, get really warm inside. Nice outdoor seating area also. Awesome eggs benedict and good fresh fruit. If you can't stand the line at Mama's head here. Although, you may still have to wait a bit. They also have some good wine specials on weekday dinner nights.
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Caffe DeLucchi
Cuisine: American Bistro Cafe
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North Beach |
5/5/2005
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It is really all about the real estate for this restaurant. You could spend hours sitting on their sidewalk people-watching. Their food is good, nothing memorable. They also have a decent wine selection.
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Calzone's Pizza Cucina
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
5/5/2005
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Amante's is always a good time. They make some good drinks and you can always find someone interesting to talk to. I have actually never eaten here, usually stop at Golden Boy beforehand. But a fun place for a night out.
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Amante
Cuisine: American
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North Beach |
5/5/2005
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Pretty good sushi and pretty well priced. We had some very fresh red snapper here. Very convenient location, not much atmosphere. More of a place to grab a quick bite, then a destination restaurant.
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All Season's Sushi
Cuisine: Sushi Japanese
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Castro |
5/5/2005
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I love this place. Great atmosphere, really hip and fun. The bartenders are freindly and have great suggestions. tasty drinks, good wine list. The food is also very good. A bit pricey, but worth it.
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Absinthe
Cuisine: French Brasseries
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Hayes Valley |
5/5/2005
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The menu items here are very overpriced. They have decent beer, but being such a group-oriented place I find it odd that they don't serve pitchers. Good location and nice atmosphere, but for the money you can do much better.
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Thirsty Bear Brewing Co.
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas
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SoMa |
5/5/2005
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Not much of a fan, but there aren't many choices in this area. Limited slice selection, decent pizza.
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Cybelle's Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Castro |
5/5/2005
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I have not had a good slice here. I much prefer Marcello's for this area.
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Nizario's Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Castro |
5/5/2005
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Their quesadilla suiza is awesome. I prefer this taqueria over Casa Mexicana. I also like their salsa bar. Lots of avocado when you ask for it.
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El Castillito
Cuisine: Mexican
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Upper Market/Church Street |
5/5/2005
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Excellent fresh sushi and great sushi chefs. A little bit pricey, but a great neighborhood feel.
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Grandeho's Kamekyo II
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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North Beach |
5/5/2005
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The tequila and the margaritas are amazing here. It is worth the wait and the crowded bar. There food is above average, gets better each time I go. I really like their starter salad. They can be a bit pushy about moving you out, but their margaritas are so tasty! I also like their chips and salsa. Be prepared to wait, but do it with a margarita in hand.
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Tommy's Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine: mexican
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Outer Richmond |
5/5/2005
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Decent sushi. Decent prices. Nothing to get too excited about. I like Sushi Zone much better.
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Miyabi
Cuisine: sushi japanese
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Upper Market/Church Street |
5/5/2005
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Nice neighborhood place. Nothing fantastic, but good, solid pasta and a very friendly staff. Great location.
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The Sausage Factory
Cuisine: Italian
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Castro |
5/5/2005
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Great wine list and appetizers. My entree was pretty good, but not as excellent as I would have expected. Delicious dessert - white chocolate banana bread pudding. Excellent service. Very pricey, though.
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Bacar Restaurant & Wine Salon
Cuisine: American (New)
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SoMa |
5/5/2005
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I had an awesome night here. Delicious pizza and some good, cheap wine. the calamari appetizer was not so good, but everything else was delicious! Can get busy.
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Tommaso's
Cuisine: Italian Pizza
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North Beach |
5/5/2005
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Yuck! This place is all about excess, including excessive prices. This is a complete tourist trap, but I would not even take out of towners there. Good for kids, I guess.
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Rainforest Cafe
Cuisine: American
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Fishermans Wharf |
5/3/2005
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You can do much better than the Hard Rock. Very touristy and the food is nothing exciting - lots of fried generic food. Good place to take out-of-towners who really want to go to a Hard Rock Cafe in San Francisco.
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Hard Rock Cafe
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Hamburgers
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Fishermans Wharf |
5/3/2005
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The biggest ice cream sundae you can imagine. While your friends wait in line go to the chocolate shop and get a free piece of chocolate. Very touristy, but everyone loves ice cream!
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Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop
Cuisine: Ice Cream
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Fishermans Wharf |
5/3/2005
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I like their fries and dipping sauce. Nice place for a snack and a good view.
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Frjtz Fries
Cuisine: Belgian
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Fishermans Wharf |
5/3/2005
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I have a special place in my heart for Boudin. It was my first clam chowder in a bread bowl experience. I think it is one of your best options in the Pier 39 area.
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Boudin Sourdough Bakery
Cuisine: Bakeries American Bistro
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Fishermans Wharf |
5/3/2005
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Seriously so overpriced and horrible. And greasy. If you want shrimp go ...somewhere else, anywhere else.
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Bubba Gump's
Cuisine: Seafood Fish & Chips
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Fishermans Wharf |
5/3/2005
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For what it is, completely unauthentic Tex-mex chain food - it is alright. I do love their homemade tortillas and chips and salsa. I could really make a meal out of that and their guacamole if I didn't feel like such a cheapie. But Chevy's can be fun, in a city like SF there is no reason to go to a place like Chevys with so many other authentic Mexican restaurants. However, if you have to go - order an expensive margarita and eat all their chips! You can have fun there, I promise.
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Chevy's Fresh Mex
Cuisine: Tex-mex Mexican
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Embarcadero |
5/3/2005
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Oh my god I have never had such horrible pizza. Do yourself a favor and walk the extra couple blocks to Little Star, in fact run.
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Stella Doro Pizza Restaurant
Cuisine: Pizza Take-out
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Western Addition |
5/3/2005
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Not too crowded. Reasonably priced and consistently good. A little bit out of the way, but guaranteed good Thai food.
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Neecha Thai Cuisine
Cuisine: Thai
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Upper Fillmore |
5/3/2005
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I like their cheesesteaks because they aren't the classic - meat, cheese and bread. They have lots of toppings and their mushroom steak is yum. They also have a good vegetarian option, which I know is blasphemy for cheesesteak lovers, but it is good!
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Jay's Cheese Steak
Cuisine: Cheese Steaks
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Western Addition |
5/3/2005
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I used to love this place when I lived in the hood. They have great sangria - white and red and some fun sake cocktails. Everything is reasonably priced and they have semi-healthy bar food. Great salads - friendly service. Great place for a casual first date.
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Fly
Cuisine: Californian Pub Food
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Western Addition |
5/3/2005
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Great neighborhood restaurant. One of my first dining experiences in SF. They have a good prix-fixe deal and tasty fish. Not a destination restaurant, but good if you are in the hood.
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Alamo Square
Cuisine: French (Bistro) Seafood
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Western Addition |
5/3/2005
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Too expensive for what it is. It is a decent burrito, but way more expensive than most tacquerias. They used to have a baby burrito that was awesome, now they are just around 7 bucks for a regular burrito. But there aren't many choices in this area for burritos...
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Zona Rosa
Cuisine: Mexican Burritos
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
5/3/2005
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Had one of my best brunches here. There is a long wait, but I think it is worth it. They have awesome menu items and fun atmosphere. If you can, go on a weekday!
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Pork Store Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
5/3/2005
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Mediocre pizza at best. Good for takeout, but their slices are not worth it.
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North Beach Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
5/3/2005
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Not even close to the one in Berkeley. There are much better pizza places, including Escape from New York.
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Fat Slice Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
5/3/2005
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They make a decent burger and milkshake. I really like their fries. There are better and worse places to get a burger.
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Johnny Rockets
Cuisine: Hamburgers Coffee Shops/Diners
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Upper Fillmore |
5/3/2005
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I really like Fresca. Their dishes are inventive and well-proportioned. Delicious sangria and a fun, hip place to go with a group. It can get loud, but service is very friendly.
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Fresca
Cuisine: Peruvian
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Upper Fillmore |
5/3/2005
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I had a very fun meal here with some girlfriends. Every dish was consistently good, nothing over the top. Fun neighborhood place that can get crowded. Reasonably priced.
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Jackson Fillmore
Cuisine: Italian
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Upper Fillmore |
5/3/2005
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Yum! I love their butterscoth ice cream. I still prefer Mitchell's, but Swensen's is a good runner up.
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Swensen's Ice Cream
Cuisine: Ice Cream
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Pacific Heights |
5/3/2005
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I really like their pizza. Good sauce, interesting toppings. Good for pick-up, not much for the restaurant experience.
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Mozzarella di Bufala Pizzeria
Cuisine: Pizza Brazilian
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Western Addition |
5/3/2005
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Good solid burgers. Fun atmosphere. Good place to start on a night of bar-hopping.
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Frankies Bohemian Cafe
Cuisine: Pub Food Hamburgers
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Pacific Heights |
5/3/2005
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Good-priced sushi, always fresh. Atmosphere leaves something to desire, but good for a quick weekday sushi fix. the sushi chefs are very nice and if you sit at the bar they will generally give you something new to try.
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Godzila Sushi
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Pacific Heights |
5/3/2005
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Good if you are drunk and at Cassanova. I wouldn't go here as a destination, but sure hits the spot for late night munchies.
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Cable Car Pizza
Cuisine: Italian Pizza
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Mission |
5/2/2005
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The food is great here. But the wait is truly unbearable. I love their benedict options. If you are an early bruncher go for it. Otherwise be prepared to wait upwards of an hour!
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Boogaloos
Cuisine: Californian
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Mission |
5/2/2005
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Not the best, not the worst. If you are in the area and can't walk to Cancun or El Faro I say go for it. Not one I recommend,
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El Toro Taqueria
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
5/2/2005
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Be prepared to wait, but it is worth it. They have some great menu choices, more creative than just omelettes. Not your usual brunch fare.
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Kate's Kitchen
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Lower Haight |
5/2/2005
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Great brunch place! Not as crowded as many others because of location. Really good eggs and good serving sizes. Very low-key on decor and atmosphere. Good hangover breakfast place for some greasy goodness!
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Home Plate
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners Breakfast
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Marina |
5/2/2005
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They have a great burger here! Also delicious french onion soup. Fun atmosphere and friendly serice.
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Liverpool Lil's
Cuisine: English Pub Food
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Marina |
5/2/2005
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Decent sushi. A bit overpriced for what you get. It is a great location, but there are much better sushi places.
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Osaka Sushi
Cuisine: Sushi Japanese
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Castro |
5/2/2005
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This is a very hip place. Great place for dinner before a night out. Very good sangria. Interesting small plates, not the best food, but not overpriced. The best thing about Medjool is the atmosphere by far!
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Medjool
Cuisine: Mediterranean Tapas Small Plates
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Mission |
5/2/2005
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Greasy!!! And overpriced for what you get. There are many other better burger places.
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Whiz Burgers Drive-In
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Mission |
5/2/2005
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Went to brunch here because Boogaloo's was far too crowded. Heavy breakfast fare, lots of meat. Great service with a great accent! Also a fun place for drinks and happy hour.
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The Liberties Bar & Restaurant
Cuisine: Irish Eclectic
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Mission |
5/2/2005
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They have an excellent prix fixe here that is always available. Any appetizer entree and choice between pot du chocolat and sorbet for $24. I would say this a good overall value. The decor is fun - the place is very hip. The service was great. The food was above average, but nothing wonderful. The portions were a bit small. The place turns into a club/lounge around 10 pm - interesting crowd. I went here because I won a gift certificate and probably would not choose this place if I had to pay full price.
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Soluna Cafe and Lounge
Cuisine: Californian
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Civic Center |
5/2/2005
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This is a great place for groups, although it does get crowded. Lots of menu options that are very reasonably priced. And yummy sake cocktails. They give you plenty of food and the waitstaff is very nice.
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Citrus Club
Cuisine: Pan-Asian Noodle Shops
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Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley |
4/11/2005
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This place rocks. On Tuesday night you get a 3-course prix fixe dinner for $13.50! Your choice or organic salad or soup of the day, any entree and any dessert. Amazing deal. The staff is very friendly and may not be the most attentive, but they really do try. The steak and the duck here are awesome. Highly recommend it!
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Town's End Restaurant & Bakery
Cuisine: American (New) Bakeries
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Embarcadero |
4/6/2005
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This is not a place to go for excellent sushi. However, it is really fun for sake bombing and the waiters are very fun. You get free miso soup and seaweed salad. I have had many good times here with mediocre sushi.
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Sushi Rock
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Polk St./Van Ness |
4/6/2005
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I think I am the only one, but I was actually not that impressed. After waiting a very long time we finally got seated. I am actually used to more choices on the menu. They didn't even have a benedict! I ordered scrambled eggs with avocado and cheese. The best part was the croissant. The home fries were a little too greasy for me. Last time the wait was this long we went to Fattoush - I will be doing the same next time.
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Chloe's Cafe
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Noe Valley |
4/5/2005
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Finally a pizza place that can compare to Zachary's. I loved the cornmeal crust and it is a bit cheesier than Zachary's. I wish they delivered! Pretty reasonable prices - small spinach and mushrooms that serves 3 people is $14. I will definitely be going back - makes me sad that I moved out of the 'hood.
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Little Star Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Western Addition |
4/5/2005
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I had a delicious greasy spoon breakfast here. We did not order the hot cakes, actually but still had a delicious egg breakfast. Very fun place for a late Sunday breakfast.
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It's Tops Coffee Shop
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Upper Market/Church Street |
3/29/2005
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Standard breakfast menu that you see at Squat and Gobble and Creperie type places. Nothing too exciting, good salad greens. Nice outdoor seating for a sunny day. There are better brunch places close by in my opinion.
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Crepevine
Cuisine: Crepes Californian Salads Dessert Eclectic
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Castro |
3/29/2005
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One piece of cake here is enough to serve 2-4 people and the price is indicative of that! But I love their menu and their carrot cake is to die for. Good place to go if you are left unsatisfied with your dinner and need a little bit extra.
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Sweet Inspirations
Cuisine: Bakery
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Castro |
3/29/2005
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So worth the wait! The sushi here is awesome and cheap! You will be cramped if you have more than 4 people, but it is a fun experience. I love their spicy rolls. My favorite sushi in the city.
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Sushi Zone
Cuisine: Sushi Japanese
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Castro |
3/29/2005
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Nice variety of teas and good ambiance. Very pricey for tea, though. Nice place for a Sunday afternoon to sit outside.
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Samovar Tea Lounge
Cuisine: Tearoom Fusion Tapas
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Castro |
3/29/2005
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I had a delicious filet mignon here. They also have an awesome whiskey bar upstairs. On a nice day you can sit outside on their patio. They also have a great brunch with a variety of bloody marys. This definitely a place for the carnivorous.
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Red Grill
Cuisine: Steakhouses Seafood American (Traditional)
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Castro |
3/29/2005
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Great place for a group. Delicious, fun drinks and everyone can find something they like. I love their appetizer sampler and variety of noodles. Great ambiance too.
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Nirvana
Cuisine: Pan-Asain
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Castro |
3/29/2005
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A bit overpriced for what you get. They have some inventive sushi rolls and drinks, but you are paying for the atmosphere as well. If you want quality sushi I do not suggest this place. ALthough, they do let you sake bomb!
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Ace Wasabi's
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Marina |
3/29/2005
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Very cute little french bistro. On Wednesday nights they have ladies night until 7pm where some very tasty drinks are only $3. Reasonably priced and tasty food. You can get away with having a great french meal and some tasty drinks without breaking the bank.
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Cafe Claude
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Downtown |
3/29/2005
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This was on SF Chronicle's cheap eats. I wouldn't say it was cheap per se. The food was ok, my fish was a little overcooked. Fun atmosphere and very friendly staff. I like Hukilau better.
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Tita's hale 'aina
Cuisine: Hawaiian
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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Best late night pizza! Great sauce and toppings. Yum!
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Marcello's
Cuisine: pizza
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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I love this place. Great comfort food, very affordable. From 5-6 they have a great deal - $10.99 for 3 courses and a glass of wine. It is a pre-set menu that changes nightly. However, be prepared to feel like a grandma/grandpa if you do get the early bird special. They also have some very fun drinks. The atmosphere is fun and the waitstaff friendly. I haven't tried their brunch, but it is supposed to be good.
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Home
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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You have to order their Bloody Mary - it is great. I like Harvey's for its atmosphere and reliable food. They have a good brunch menu and daily specials. The service is not great, but a good place for hanging out with friends over some drinks and a meal.
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Harvey's
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Hamburgers
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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Great salad options. They also have really good roasted chicken. They always have daily specials and good soups. Good casual fare.
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Firewood Cafe
Cuisine: Californian Italian Pizza
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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They have an awesome prix-fixe menu here. $25 for 3 courses. The rabbit here is delicious. I really liked the ambiance and the service. They have a good wine list as well. I wasn't so impressed with the dessert, but a very romantic restaurant. They also have a heated balcony.
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Cote Sud
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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Cute cafe for people watching Sunday brunch. The food is okay, nothing memorable. The reason to eat here is location, location, location.
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Cafe Flore
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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You are definitely paying for quality meat here. The burgers are pretty expensive and if I recall correctly, they do not come with fries. Interesting burger options. Not my favorite burger place, but if you are in the Castro it works.
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Burgermeister
Cuisine: Hamburgers Niman Ranch beef
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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You have to try the mac and cheese here - so good. Good upscale comfort food. Lines can get long, but a fun place for brunch or dinner. Good quality food.
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Blue
Cuisine: Comfort food American
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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I had the worst breakfast ever here. The eggs tasted old and the service was horrible. May be good for a late night fix, but I do not recommend for brunch.
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Bagdad Cafe
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Diner
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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I had the best meal of my life here. They have an amazing gorgonzola bread pudding that is to die for. Excellent wine list. It is a very nice restaurant, but very casual at the same time. The waitstaff is excellent. They change their menu up quite a bit and have interesting offerings. I highly recommend 2223.
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2223 Restaurant
Cuisine: American (New)
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Castro |
3/28/2005
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Went here for brunch one day when the line for Chloe's was too long. It was very good. Lots of choices on the menu, benedicts, scrambles, omelettes. My one meal turned into 2 - large portions. There was only one waiter so the service wasn't great, but if there is an unbearable line at Chloe's I recommend saving yourself some time and trying Fattoush's.
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Fattoush Restaurant
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Mediterranean
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Noe Valley |
3/28/2005
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Great huge burgers. I love their milkshakes - order the Oreo one. They also have great fried zucchini and curly fries. For non-meat eaters they have portobello burgers.
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Barney's Gourmet Hamburger
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Noe Valley |
3/28/2005
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I had a great brunch here. They have an awesome benedict and inventive breakfast menu. It is also very cute with an outdoor patio. The waitstaff was friendly.
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Le Zinc
Cuisine: French (Bistro) Tapas
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Noe Valley |
3/28/2005
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Cheeseburger animal style and well done french fries. I love this place - it has the best burgers and it is way cheap. Their milkshakes are delicious too. Plus they give their employees great salaries and benefits and everyone always looks happy that works there.
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In-n-out
Cuisine: Hamburgers
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Fishermans Wharf |
3/28/2005
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This place is okay. It has decent food, very friendly staff, but nothing amazing. It is reasonably priced and they give big portions. Good for a casual dinner.
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Panta Rei
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
3/28/2005
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I loved this place. Very inexpensive. I can't speak to the authenticity of the food, but I thought it was delicious. Get the avocat creole for an appetizer. Fun drinks too.
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Bissap Baobab
Cuisine: African
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Mission |
3/22/2005
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Fun place for a big group when you don't want to spend a lot of money. The food is okay, nothing great. Nice ambiance and friendly service.
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Bocce Cafe
Cuisine: Italian
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North Beach |
3/22/2005
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Went here for Dine About Town. Service was EXCELLENT. Very pricey, but I feel like you are paying for the service more than the food. The food is very good, but not on par with Boulevard or other similarly priced restaurants. They have an excellent wine list 40 under $40. They also gave us a free taster from a new menu and a free dessert wine pairing. Get ready to spend some change and be treated very well.
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Rubicon
Cuisine: Californian French (New)
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Downtown |
3/22/2005
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Great place for brunch. I love their salad that comes with the crepes. Large portions - a meal here makes two. Could be a long wait on weekends.
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Savor
Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Noe Valley |
3/15/2005
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3 words - Sexy Bryan Bar. So decadent and worth it. For fun try the chocolate covered venus. Fun late night place, but the cookies are not always hot. Just tell them to put them in the microwave or wait for the fresh baked ones.
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Hot Cookie
Cuisine: Bakeries Hot Cookies
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Castro |
3/15/2005
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Great place for happy hour. Fun appetizers. Delicious drinks - lots of varietals on the cosmo. Does get crowded.
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The Cosmopolitan Cafe
Cuisine: American (New)
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Embarcadero |
3/15/2005
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Great variety of unique thai dishes. A little pricier than most, but worth it. Good sized portions too. Pumpkin curry, must have.
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Suriya Thai Restaurant
Cuisine: Thai
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Yum! Delicious food. You can get some really cheap wine, too. Very friendly staff. Not too greasy. Highly recommend.
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Sunflower Authentic Vietnamese
Cuisine: Vietnamese
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Delicious brunch. Great milkshakes. Cheap and not a long wait. Plus I saw Benjamin Bratt last time I went - what more could you ask for?
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St. Francis Fountain
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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The sangria is awesome here. Delicious tapas - liked almost everyone. Service is good. Usually there is a wait, but it is worth it. Best tapas bar in the mission in my opinion.
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Ramblas
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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I love their margaritas and their quesadilla suiza. Bad experience with the chicken mole. Long wait usually, but very cheap.
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Puerto Alegre
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Yummy! Great place for Sunday brunch with their outside seating. Delicious meals. Definitely not the place for a diet. Delicious alternative breakfast, not your normal two eggs any style. Reasonably priced.
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Pork Store
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Great atmosphere! I loved the empanadas. Delicious entrees and dessert. Very fun and festive. Hip place.
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Platanos Cocina Latina
Cuisine: Central American Fusion
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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I very much disliked my experience here. I did not order tapas, ordered an entree. Spanish meatballs. It was not good. I rarely waste food, but this meal was just not right. The sangria was okay. Atmosphere and service were good. I do not recommend.
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Picaro
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Awesome! Truly fresh and healthy mexican food. I love their Soyrizo options. Friendly staff, good salsa. Always busy - neighborhood fave.
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Papalote
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Nice big burritos. Not much on ambiance - you get what you pay for. Good salsa bar. Lots of options.
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Pancho Villa Taqueria
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Pumpkin ice cream! Delicious flavors, very inventive. Always a long line, but well worth it!
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Mitchells Ice Cream
Cuisine: Ice Cream Dessert
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Great drinks. Good options, fun ambiance. Reasonably priced. Good place for groups. Comfort upscale food.
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Luna Park
Cuisine: Hamburgers American (Traditional)
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Delicious food, great wine list, romantic atmosphere. Quite pricey, though. I liked their menu a lot and the service as attentive.
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Limon
Cuisine: Peruvian
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Holy guacamole. They really do pile on the avocado when you order it extra. More expensive than most taquerias, but really worth a visit. I like the fact that there is no rice in the burrito. Lots of meat, but good quality meat unlike other taquerias. Long wait often, but it is part of the charm
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La Taqueria
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Good margaritas, fun atmosphere. Food is okay, nothing special. Very affordable. I think there are better mexican restaurants in that area, though.
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La Rondalla
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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I tried the Dine About Town meal here and it was excellent. Very good wine list. A little pricey, paying a bit for the ambiance. Service was very attentive. Great place for a large group.
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Foreign Cinema
Cuisine: Californian Mediterranean
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Innovative food. Very spicy. Great price points. Good wine list. Great ambiance. I highly suggest this place for a fun night out.
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Firecracker
Cuisine: Chinese
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Mediocre tapas. Sangria was good. I was not impressed with the service. Could be fun for a large group. I prefer other tapas places.
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Esperpento Restaurant
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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Get their quesadilla suiza - oh my god. It is two meals and completely delicious. Great value.
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El Farolito
Cuisine: Mexican
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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I love this place! It is so much fun. The sushi is not the best I have ever had, but was pretty good. The decor is awesome. It gets very crowed and the wait staff does their best to keep up, but you may be waiting a while. Great place to go before bar-hopping!
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Country Station Sushi
Cuisine: Sushi
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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One of the best meals I have ever had. They truly know how to use fresh, organic ingredients without overpowering the food. They really let the food speak for itself. Great ambiance, a little pretentious. A definite must visit, but it is expensive.
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BOULEVARD
Cuisine: American (New)
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Embarcadero |
3/15/2005
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I went here on a company expense so I was able to order everything off the menu with no holds bar. Most of the items were very good. However, it is very much over-priced and trying a bit too hard to be trendy. There was an excellent item that came with a dipping sauce that was truly unique. The nigiri was very good and fresh. I would suggest to only go here if you are not paying.
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Blowfish, Sushi To Die For
Cuisine: Californian Japanese Sushi
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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I will say that the service was very attentive and friendly. The prices are also reasonable – the whole meal was $80 w/ tip. However, the food left much to desire. We ordered oysters for the appetizer that were horrible. Both of our entrees had entirely too many flavors. We did not even order dessert, which means a lot in my book. I will also add that we had a very tasty Sunday brunch a couple of months back. If you go to Tangerine I suggest you check out the brunch and skip the dinner.
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Tangerine
Cuisine: Pacific Rim
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Castro |
3/15/2005
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I thought it was a very good deal. You get your choice between 2 appetizers - a papaya salad and spring rolls. The papaya salad was far better and had a very god blend of flavors.
For the entree you have several choices of noodle dishes. I got a chicken one and my friend got the beef one. I liked my chicken one better, but the beef was still good.
For dessert there is a fried banana with chocolate ice cream that is actually just an eggrol with a banana in it. I ended up taking the banana out of the eggroll wrapper and eating it with the choc. ice cream. The other option was a ginger sorbet, it was decent
I say well worth the $15.50 - not your standard food and very nice setting. The service was also excellent.
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Tao Cafe
Cuisine: Vietnamese
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Mission |
3/15/2005
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