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 Neighborhood Bistro Dining |
803 Fillmore Street (between Grove & Fulton Streets) San Francisco, CA 94117 United States +1 415 440 2828 http://www.alamosquareseafoodg... |
The quirky little bistro serves nouvelle American cuisine, fresh and fast. The attitude in this small bustling restaurant is infectious. The affable staff immediately brightens the mood of the diner. Small and closely placed tables make the dining room crowded but cozy. Appetizers are a sampling from the best of the San Francisco Bay. Crab Cakes with Orange Sauce and Steamed Mussels in Wine Broth are a few of the many delectable choices. Dinner offers a choice of fish custom cooked to order. A selection of wines, both Californian and French, are sold by the glass and the bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Americanised sushi |
1737, Post Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 563 4844 http://www.benihana.com/locato... |
This is a Japanese restaurant as far as the decor and attire of the waitresses dressed in kimono's go. The food is predictable and lacks the cutting edge. The sake actually saves the day as it is only after downing a few strong drinks will you be able to enjoy the food. If you are eating Japanese for the first time and don't know any better you might like it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese Treats Galore! |
1747 Buchanan Street (between Post and Sutter Streets) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 922 1244 http://www.benkyodocompany.com/ |
Established in 1906, Benkyodo is one of San Francisco's favorite sweet shops. Try their delicious Mochis (soft, sweet rice cakes) or their Manjus (mochi with bean paste filling). Both Mochis and Manjus are served in a number of flavors all of which can be seen on their website. They also feature a luncheonette that is a favorite among Japanese food lovers. If you want a real taste of Japanese deserts this is definitely the place to go. If the Mochis don't reveal this the lines of Japanese tourists waiting to get some will. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Excellent Asian |
1638 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 440 4959 http://www.bushi-tei.com/ |
Housed near Japantown, Bushi-Tei provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy the area's finer cuisine. With the excellent chef Waka at the helm, your dining experience will not disapoint. For a sampling of the menu, try chef Waka's Omakase, an exquisite 3-course tasting menu with wine-pairing. The Tender Loin of Kobe Beef, cooked to delicate perfection, is a sure favorite. The Grilled Chilean Sea Bass, served with baby bokchoy, pignoli, ginger-tamari and lime oil, is also quite the crowd-pleaser. Desserts are a high point: try the Roquefort, which is a roasted black mission fig with vanilla bean oil, and you will leave elated. Don't forget to pay a visit to the restrooms, they're Japanese technology at its finest! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tasty California cuisine |
1826 Buchanan Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 292 9027 http://www.cafejubilee.com/caf... |
This cafe serves creative Californian cuisine with Thai influences. The result are traditional dishes with a gourmet twist that bursts with flavor. The decor is contemporary with soft lighting and a single rose on each table. The clientele consists of neighborhood regulars and first-timers. Whether dining for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the staff is welcoming and eager to please. The breakfast menu rules with items such as Pecan Pancakes topped with whipped cream and covered in maple syrup and the Smoked Salmon Platter served with a bagel. Lunch offers Curry Puffs, a crispy pastry stuffed with yellow curry chicken, potatoes and Thai seasonings, or you can indulge in one of the contemporary sandwiches or salads. For dinner try the Spicy Garlic Snapper served sauteed in olive oil and a Thai chili sauce. The list is heavy on California selections and starts at $12 a bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Superb Pacific Rim cuisine |
1963 Sutter Street (Between Fillmore and Webster Streets) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 775 7313 |
This busy little place offers a unique twist on the fusion motif. Within its purple and gold walls, diners enjoy innovative Asian cuisine with very Californian overtones. From the minute the Papadam (classic Indian bread) is placed on the table, it is clear that this will not be a standard meal. Enjoy Lobster and Mango Spring Rolls, but save room, though. Entrees such as Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Maple-Mustard Glaze are worth savoring. The wine list highlights California selections. Prices vary, but expect to pay $15 and up for a good bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale Hotel Restaurant |
1500 Sutter St. San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 551 1280 http://www.thehotelmajestic.co... |
The renovated Cafe Majestic in Pacific Heights can be found in the beautiful Hotel Majestic. The restaurant offers a delicious seasonal menu and wide drink variety. An elegant atmosphere and great neighborhood round out the fine dining experience. Just remember to stop by the ATM as the menu prices are clearly on the high-end. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Flavors of Southern France |
2101 Sutter Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 440 4500 http://www.restaurantcassis.com/ |
When you come to dine at Restaurant Cassis, you are truly in the hands of expertise. Not only do manager Jerome Meloni and head chef Stephane Meloni know how to run a restaurant, but their experience and knowledge is coming straight from their hometown of Nice. The two brothers have created a wonderful menu, with dishes like Duck Confit or Daube Nicoise (beef stew cooked with red wine and herbs). Enjoy a romantic European evening at Cassis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hip urban cafe |
2417 California Street (between Steiner and Fillmore streets) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 929 9030 http://www.sfcurbside.com/rest... |
Located in the heart of San Francisco's Pacific Heights neighborhood, this cafe is classy and hip. The clientele is mostly well-dressed young professionals sipping merlot and waited on by a professional and personable staff. The seasonal menu varies, though a perennial favorite is the New York Steak. In addition the cafe serves a variety of leafy green salads, including one of the best spinach-pasta salads anywhere, and many pasta dishes. The wine list, featuring California wineries, is small but respectable with a good bottle starting at $12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nice Atmosphere But Poor Service |
2049 Fillmore St San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 346 8668 http://www.theelitecafe.com |
In 2005 Elite Cafe was renovated and, inexplicably the oyster bar that faced out toward Fillmore Street was torn out. Too bad, since this feature was a very big selling point for Elite. Although you can still find some nice entrees and appetizers, you should only patronize this place if you have nothing but time on your hands. The service, particularly at the bar is terrible. When you order a drink you will have time to do your laundry and maybe even squeeze in some grocery shopping before the barman gives you your cocktail. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Funky, winning pizza creations |
1730 Fillmore Street (at Sutter) San Francisco, CA 94115-3130 United States +1 415 929 9900 http://www.extremepizza.com/ |
Kickin' Chicken and Drag It Through the Garden are but a couple of the fanciful and distictly San Francisco pizzas here. Vegetarians will be very happy here and vegans can get their pizza made with soy cheese. You will also find huge sandwiches, veggie and carnivore that are stacked high with quality ingredients. Eat here on the surfboard-shaped tables or take out (the pizzas are sent home with you either cooked or half-baked to be finished off in your oven). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great burgers |
482 Hayes Street San Francisco, CA 94102-4309 United States +1 415 552 8880 |
Tucked in the bustle of Hayes Valley, this place serves what may be the textbook definition of a gourmet hamburger. Classical music plays in the tidy dining area with the exuberant metal lighting fixtures. The youngish counter staff fries up half-pound burgers while keeping up a quiet banter with diners who run the gamut from artists to dotcommers to students. The classic burger and fries is delicious, but for something different, there is a version done with beets and walnuts that can be served as veggie, beef or poultry meal. The shakes are great and the hot apple pie does not get any better or more all-American than this. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lots of food |
1915 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 775 4300 http://www.floriosf.com |
If you can't decide on a particular type of cuisine, trot done to Florio's. And take your pick from bistro and trattoria classics, steak frites as well as seafood. Don't forget the restaurant's own gelato and sorbetto en casa. The menu changes seasonally highlighting fresh ingredients and classic presentations. Inspite of the large menu, roast chicken consistently stays a favorite. Also try the roasted fulton valley chicken, if you are here for lunch. Dark wood paneling, black and white tiled floors and a mirrored bar shape constitute an inviting space. The interior of the dining room and a relaxed neighborhood location keep this eatery rather packed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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South American dining |
2114 Fillmore St San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 447 2668 http://www.frescasf.com/ |
This restaurant makes a strong bid for educating the public to the culinary wonders of Peruvian dining. Wooden tables and a slate floor are visually pleasing, creating such a country feel that one half expects the waiters to draw their water pitchers from a backyard well. An open kitchen adds to the ambiance. The menu features a mix of meat and seafood dishes, highlighted by the soy roasted trout and the seafood stew. Latin beers are plenty, compensating for the absence of mixed drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spicy and sleek |
1740 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 567 7789 http://indiapalacesf.com/ |
There is a tantalizing aroma of curry hanging heavy in the air of this tidy little restaurant. The decor is equally inviting with copper wainscoting that gleams beneath mirrored panels topped with pink and gold scalloped cutouts. The menu is extensive and includes classics such as Lamb Vindaloo, Chicken Curry and Tandoori Prawns. There is an excellent selection of vegetarian selections too, including a superb Mutter Panneer (green peas with home-made cheese cubes in a mild curry sauce). For dessert, there are traditional Kheer (a pudding made with aromatic Basmati rice) and Gulab Jamun (cheese balls fried and then soaked in fruit-flavored syrups). The wait staff is quick and efficient. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Slurping allowed |
1728 Buchanan Street (at the corner Post Street) San Francisco, CA 94115-3209 United States +1 415 922 0321 |
One of the few places to specialize in Ramen dishes, this tiny spot in Japantown is worth seeking out. The few tables are usually filled by locals and Japanese ex-pats who crave the authentic house-made noodles either pan-fried with tasty seafood or served in a rich and flavorful broth. It is even better when washed down with the Japanese beer that's available. Dark wood paneling and traditional decor gives the place a rural Japanese ambiance. The gracious and efficient service is also traditional. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Floating delights |
1737 Post Street (between Webster and Fillmore streets) San Francisco, CA 94115-3628 United States +1 415 563 1030 |
This sleek eatery offers the popular sushi-floating-on-a-boat service option. You sit at the sushi bar while the selections make the rounds and you grab your selection before it drifts away. The freshly made California Rolls, among others, are delicious and no matter how long you wait, the Nigiri topped with Flying Fish Roe that explodes with flavor in your mouth will never float by. Steak is available as are Japanese beers from the personable and quick wait staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not your usual pancake |
1581 Webster Street (between Post Street and Geary Boulevard) San Francisco, CA 94115-3638 United States +1 415 441 6867 |
The French do not have a monopoly on crepes. This cozy and wildly popular spot in Japantown does the Japanese version called Okonomiyaki. The crepe is as delicate as any Gallic variety, but this kind is filled with delicious and fresh Asian vegetables plus very tangy marinated beef or chicken, flavorful shrimp, toothsome pork or spicy tofu. Cheerful cooks work non-stop at the grill while the friendly wait staff serves up Japanese beer and salads of tart and pickled vegetables to the crowds of students, tourists and locals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tabletop barbecue |
1581 Webster Street Street Level of the Kinokuniya Building San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 776 5822 http://www.jubanrestaurant.com/ |
This restaurant specializes in Yakiniku, an ancient Japanese grilling technique. The barbecue-style cuisine allows you to cook your choice of meat in the center of your table. Your waiter guides you through the entire process so do not worry about messing up. It is a fun dining experience ideal for families and groups. The restaurant is clean and simple with ultra-modern, metallic decor and a smokeless grill centered on every table. Guests share sauces and help cook each other's meat. The menu features dinner packages filled with assorted meats, vegetables and sauces. Choose from Beef Short Ribs, Beef Tongue, Tiger Prawns, calamari, chicken, liver, scallops, lobster and vegetables. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chic latenight spot |
1640 Post Street (at the corner of Laguna Street) San Francisco, CA 94115-3604 United States +1 415 563 1388 / +1 415 931 7834 |
An upscale place, its menu offers a selection of cooking styles, including a very rich barbecue in beef, chicken or pork, and a selection of meticulously prepared dishes that are grilled at your table. Also good are the hearty soups brimming with traditionally thick Korean-style noodles. The decor is also traditionally Korean, but with a rustic ambiance full of burnished woods and wonderful artifacts. The service is gracious and the mood relaxed for the locals, tourists and Korean expats of all ages who pack the tables. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small delight |
1737 Post Street (at the corner of Webster Street) San Francisco, CA 94115-3628 United States +1 415 922 9902 |
This tidy little eatery is easy to overlook. Inside though, is a crowd of locals and tourists enjoying a delightful selection of sashimi, sushi, tempura and as displayed in the windows, a wonderful variety of bento boxes. Each compartment of this traditional Japanese lunch treat offers a few pieces of sushi, some tempura, pickles vegetables and either rice or noodles for a satisfying meal, authentic in its preparation and delicious. The boiled fish is a house specialty and the Japanese beers and steak offered make a great accompaniment. The service is gracious and quick. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small gem |
1825 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 921 5215 |
This tiny restaurant, which seats just 21 lucky people at any one time, specializes in Wappa Meshi, a delicately seasoned steamed rice dish topped with meat or fish. It makes for a light but satisfying meal, especially when preceded by one of the delicious appetizers such as vegetarian sushi rolls or braised yams in bacon. The owners, the Makguchis, are an elegant couple who are gracious to their patrons and meticulous about how the food is prepared and served. Try some of the many fine sakes available but be warned, they are very potent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sushi ready to go |
1904 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94115-2707 United States +1 415 921 2929 |
For a wonderful break from the usual fast food choices, try this tiny storefront that serves some of the best sushi to-go anywhere. The establishment is tidy if a little dark and there is barely room for more than two customers at a time, but the selection is good for the size of the place and the mother-daughter team who run it are friendly and efficient. Unlike pre-made kind that you can sometimes find in supermarkets, the sushi here is never more than a few hours old and usually much less because of its popularity with regulars who work and live nearby. Ready-made boxes of California Rolls mixed with Deep-Fried Fofu and Cucumber Rolls are a full meals' worth. Call ahead and your order will be ready when you get there. Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A delicious bargain |
1737 Post Street Suite 13 San Francisco, CA 94115-3628 United States +1 415 346 4020 |
A nice budget alternative to the pricier restaurants in the Japan Center, this place looks like a roadside stand in Kyoto. Seating is at picnic-style tables beside an ersatz bamboo waterfall (the goldfish, however, are real). The Japanese menu, which includes Teriyaki and Donburi rice bowls as well as American favorites like eggs for breakfast or burgers for lunch, is not fancy, but good and prepared with care. Try the house-made Tai Yaki, a traditional fish-shaped pastry filled with a wonderfully intense sweetened Red-Bean Paste. It's great with a steaming cup of bancha tea. Only cash is accepted. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese noodle heaven |
1737 Post Street (at the corner of Buchanan Street) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 922 0337 http://www.mifune.com/ |
Noodle lovers, book a chapel. Mifune Noodle House, as it is often referred to by its many fans, has noodles, noodles, and more noodles! It is basically thick white flour Udon and thinner buckwheat Soba, but with a satisfying variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian toppings from which to choose. The reasonably priced menu gives you dispensation to slurp your noodles and it is really the only way to go. Mifune offers some non-noodle selections too. The stark red-and-black dining room is often packed and lines are common. But service is amazingly fast and the kids will love the special treatment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High tea |
602 Hayes Street San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 626 5406 http://www.moderntea.com/ |
Ever wondered why the Japanese make such a big deal about tea? Because it relaxes and soothes and the antioxidant properties make you look good. Think about it when you enter Modern Tea, where Oolong and Chamomile are served in a teapot. The wooden furniture in a chic environment completes the picture. Light meals and desserts are served and on weekends, you could try the brunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Worldly toppings |
1529 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 346 9988 http://www.dibufala.com/ |
Pizza with international influences is what you can expect here. These award-winning, quality pies are made with handmade dough, special sauce and whole milk mozzarella cheese. Warm and inviting, this place is fashioned more like a nice restaurant than the typical pizzeria. The atmosphere here is casual and your fellow diners are likely to be the locals who are devoted to this place. Specialty pizzas come in international varieties from Spanish (clams, garlic and parsley) and Greco (spinach, feta, black olives in a pesto sauce), to Hawaiian (pineapple, Canadian bacon and bell peppers). The menu also offers pasta dishes such as Roasted Garlic Linguini, and such hot sandwiches as Italian Sausage. The service is great. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Asian influenced coffee bar |
1737 Post Street (Japan Center, Second Floor, between Laguna and Webster streets) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 567 9133 |
The mint walls and stylized exposed beams of this sleek, ultramodern cafe conjure up sophisticated downtown Tokyo. It serves up pastries, truffles, coffee, and tea. The chai is especially good and comes in three varieties: green tea, vanilla, and tiger spice (that last has quite a kick to it). For an unusual taste treat, try the Geisha Float, made of green-tea ice cream and topped with sweet adzuki bean paste, or a Mochi Freeze, an ice-cream sundae topped with mochi (sweet rice paste). Seating is under skylights at tables in space age shapes standing next to a faux bamboo waterfall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Glowing cuisine |
2100 Sutter Street San Francisco, CA 94115-3120 United States +1 415 922 9419 |
This tiny storefront is swimming in gilded art and bright sunlight during the day. At night, the high tech tulip lighting reflects warmly off that gilding. Whatever the time, you will find excellent food and personable service at this popular neighborhood eatery filled with local upscale types. Located a block from the heart of Fillmore Street's shopping area, it is a convenient place for a quick lunch or leisurely dinner of five-alarm curries, tangy barbecue dishes and excellent fresh fish dishes. Do not miss the succulent roast chicken, on its own or stuffed with piquantly spiced seafood. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza pie heaven |
511 Hayes Street San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 558 9991 http://www.patxispizza.com/ |
Patxi's (pronounced "Pah-cheese") is for those who love good old deep-pan pizzas with gooey cheese, and a variety of toppings. William Freeman and Patxi Azpiroz have been serving up yummy pies since 2004 at this casual and stylish joint. Choose from a list of specialty- and stuffed Chicago-style pizzas topped with a special homemade tomato sauce. You can even create your own pizzas or opt for a crunchy salad. Wash your meal down with a cool beer or some smooth wine. Yum! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A visual culinary experience |
1800 Fillmore Street (at the corner of Sutter Street) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 775 1800 |
The owners of this place must love murals because they covered the walls, ceiling, and floor with paintings best described as a cross between the Lascaux caves and Grandma Moses. The colors are vibrant and the subjects range from mermaids to the cosmos. One nook looks like an outpost of Hades. Oh, and there is pizza too, thin-crusted, tasty and fresh, as well as calzone and salads. There is also full bar service with a happy hour from 4p-7p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Soul of The City |
511 Hayes Street (at the corner of Octavia Street) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 863 1404 |
Powell's was opened over 20 years ago by gospel singer Emmit Powell. His fame, as well as the fame of his cuisine, lures people from all over the globe to his restaurant. Served here is some of the best stick to your ribs, down home soul food you can get in San Francisco. Try the award-winning Fried Chicken or the Smothered Pork Chops. On the side, you will get yams, greens, corn muffins and black-eyed peas. The portions are more than generous, but you must save room for Sweet Potato Pie. No proper soul food meal is complete without a slice of it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Multiple Cuisine |
1701 Octavia San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 775 8500 http://www.quincerestaurant.com/ |
Quince has style and warmth. Ornamental Venetian chandeliers adorn elegant rooms and gives the place a royal touch. This restuarant is the perfect place to expect prompt and efficient service. Feel free to order anything, from a salad to a Roulade of Roast Rabbit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hot jazz & African food! |
1534 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 346 8696 http://www.rasselasjazzclub.com/ |
In this eclectic dinner club, you will hear everything from Dixieland to Afro-Cuban jazz. Mondays are open mic night, a chance for talented unknowns to debut before an appreciative audience. The food is easy to appreciate too. Try the simmered chicken Doro Wat or the vegetarian Gomen, a buttery mixture of greens, onions, and peppers. The wide array of Ethiopian dishes is as colorful and unique as the restaurant and its clientele. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small but delightful |
1702 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94115-3606 United States +1 415 346 3486 |
This is a delightful, albeit small, place to get delicious food in a cozy, pale-wood setting. One of the best things on the menu is the Fresh-Water Eel, beautifully grilled with a rich marinade and served on a bed of fluffy rice. The crisp, deep-fried oysters have a surprisingly sweet batter that works well with the oysters' saltiness. The octopus salad is a good choice for an appetizer that contrasts in texture and temperature. You may have to wait in line with the loyal locals who frequent this place during peak hours, but the food delivered with impeccable service is worth the wait. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern approach, old-fashioned goodness |
1581 Webster Street Suite 202 San Francisco, CA 94115-3616 United States +1 415 563 7400 |
The vintage noodle-making machine at the front door is not used anymore, but the ramen noodles that bring in crowds of locals and tourists are deliciously old-fashioned in their authenticity and hearty goodness. They are served in a rich broth in huge bowls and topped with chicken, beef, barbecued pork, seafood or veggies by a bustling wait staff that is friendly and quick. Try the Vegetable Tempura, which is made with fresh seasonal vegetables or the seafood, both cooked until perfectly done and then quickly deep-fried in the houses light, slightly sweet batter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top-Notch Contemporary Japanese |
517 Hayes Street San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 864 2122 |
This chic sushi restaurant is elite. While the prices on the menu may make your eyes bulge, the food will not disappoint. Sebo is rumored to serve some of the best sushi in the city. The owners take such pride in the quality and presentation of their dishes that soy sauce and ginger are available only by request or recommendation from the chef. This is one of those one-time-a-year places for a lot of people, but if it's within your means it's surely worth a visit. Sebo is only open for a few hours around dinner T-Sa. Call for more details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Numbing Flavor Experience |
1325 Fillmore Street (Between Eddy Street & Ellis Street) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 409 2888 http://www.eatspices.com/ |
Spices! at Fillmore is the latest addition to the Spice Sisters' restaurants in San Francisco. Adding to the tradition of tasty, spicy food, Spices on Fillmore offers all you can eat sushi, Chinese, and Korean BBQ. You can enjoy these and more with an added punch of "numbing chili oil," "fire cracker," or "fire burst." With a variety of spices to choose from, dining at Spices! is a unique Chinese food experience for anyone who enjoys Asian cuisine that makes you work up a sweat. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hearty American Meals |
501 Hayes Street (at Octavia) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 241 9011 http://www.stacksrestaurant.com/ |
Stacks Restaurant is a great way to start your morning as Stacks' mission is to provide friendly service and hearty portions at reasonable prices. The menu ranges from scrambles and omelets, to crepes, and of course creative pancake concoctions like Banana Macadamia Nut & Coconut Pancakes. The lunch menu contains standard American burgers and sandwiches, meals that will surely hold you over until dinner time. So next time you find yourself craving breakfast or lunch after a long night out on the town, try Stacks to jump start your day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Steins & Schnitzels |
601 Hayes Street (at Laguna Street) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 252 9289 http://www.suppenkuche.com |
Should you be in the mood for hearty, meaty German food in substantial portions, stop by this trendy, casual restaurant for brunch or dinner. Big wooden beer-hall-style tables and traditional seasonal decorations will have you thinking you've been transported to a family-run inn somewhere in the Bavarian countryside. Grab a stein of lager, pull up a chair and revel in the vibe. Dozens of German and Belgian beers are available on draft and in the bottle. The kitchen serves up old favorites like Kartoffelsuppe and Wiener Schnitzel. The wait staff is quick and friendly. See website for menu, beer list and complete glossary of beer terminology. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dessert cafe |
2123 Fillmore Street (between California and Sacramento streets) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 931 2815 |
This place offers a few sandwiches and salads on its menu, but the real reason to visit is to indulge in its fine selection of extravagant desserts. From the traditional, huge wedges of Devil's Food Cake to the fanciful Charlottes, everything is freshly made. The atmosphere is unhurried in its 1 1/2 floors, so on a slow afternoon you can linger over a bite of dessert and a cup of coffee for an hour with free coffee refills. It is perfect for contemplating the work of local artists that hang on the walls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Healthy homestyle Japanese |
2235 Fillmore Street (between Sacramento and Clay streets) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 346 3477 |
The family-owned establishment has been serving loyal patrons for more than 15 years. The family-friendly dining room is large and contemporary, simple, warm and inviting. The service is fast and courteous. The menu caters to healthy lifestyles with a portion of the menu devoted to "guiltless eating." These are low fat, highly nutritious dishes that include steamed vegetables, skinless white-meat chicken or seasoned tofu. You will also find Teriyaki, Sashimi and Tempura as well as Grilled Yellow Tail in a Lemon Soy Sauce or Chilled Steamed Spinach topped with a Sweet Sesame Seed Dressing. The sushi menu includes a variety of specialty rolls including the Indian Summer (with green bean tempura on the inside and grilled eel and avocado on the outside) and vegan rolls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brazilian with a twist |
602 Hayes Street San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 241 1900 |
Polished wood and mirrors in minimalist lines dominate at this trendy restaurant. The place is a little cramped, but the high energy of the wait staff who deal like the pros they are with the upscale clientele, makes this a fun place for a great meal The food is California Cuisine by way of Brazil, making for some spicy and innovative creations such as yucca fries in a spicy salsa, and baby back ribs in a guava barbecue sauce that is light, sweet, and tangy. There is a daily vegetarian special and a wine list with California and South American selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |