Flipper's, A Gourmet Hamburger Place
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

482 Hayes St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Starla D. writes: I think our waitress was hung over from Saturday night because the service was horrible.  We waited a million years for everything.  I felt kind of bad for her though, because serving people when you are hung over sucks.  I have done it. By the end…

Eagle Cafe
Neighborhood: Fisherman's Wharf

Pier 39
San Francisco, CA 94102

Jenn T. writes: I stopped in for drinks and an appetizer after sailing lessons off of Pier 39.  The decor: white-washed wood panelled walls, nautical trinkets, historical black and white framed photos, white linen table cloths, and these great, large windows…

Casa Orinda Restaurant

20 Bryant Way
Orinda, CA 94563

Lainie L. writes: Update:  they changed the category to "restaurant" the day after I posted this review but I am leaving it as is 'cause a lot of people seem to think this place has a Mexican food bent to it. . .not true AT ALL!!!

The fact that this restaurant is…

Kate's Kitchen
Neighborhood: Lower Haight, Hayes Valley

471 Haight Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

Ed U. writes: On "Sex and the City", Carrie Bradshaw figured out that there are two kinds of women in this world - the simple girls with the straight hair and the Katie girls. Ah yes, misty water-colored memories...K-K-K-Katie, like Barbra "I Did a Drunk Gorgeous…

Everett & Jones Barbeque
Neighborhood: Jack London Square

126 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94607

Tina R. writes: My Mami used to jokingly say when I was a little girl that I was a meatatarian. This amor of the flesh has been with me FOREVER. I even did a two year stint as a hardcore Atkins protein/fat/green veggie fiend. That ended when I realized that I missed…

Saul's Restaurant & Deli
Neighborhood: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

1475 Shattuck Ave
Berkeley, CA 94709

Sammy S. writes: They say after a massage you're supposed to feel 10 pounds lighter. Well I'm comfortable at my weight and decided that whole "light as a feather" thing was bunk. So I decided paying a visit to the food of my tribe would take care of that little…

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill

1135 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063

christina r. writes: My dad told me when I was little that this place was trash. Years later, after trying it myself with my boyfriend, I liked it. It's a typical place like Fridays or Chilis where you can get the basic sandwiches, burgers, pasta and other dishes. If I…

Asqew Grill
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3415 California St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Wendy K. writes: This place has THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST THE BEST ThE BEST THE BEST
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Doug's #1 BBQ
Neighborhood: East Oakland

7127 San Leandro St
Oakland, CA 94621

Lloyd C. writes: Before heading into a Raider's game, my friends Mitch and Erwin decided to get lunch at Sonny's BBQ.

Price wise, I think I got my money's worth.  For $5, you can get a burger, plus fries, plus a drink.  For $3.50, you can get just a burger.  Since I…

Wingstop

2488 Whipple Rd
Hayward, CA 94543

Aivy C. writes: My new artery clogger.

And it's open until midnight?! No shit?

Fuck Nutella waffles, I have a new vice.

If I could I'd give them 6 stars for having Stewarts gourmet soda on hand instead of just the standard selection of fountain drinks and water and…

Pot Pie Paradise & Deli

3522 Arden Rd
Hayward, CA 94545

Bucky K. writes: My wife is working in the East bay this week, although I wish she was working on my peninsula. HEY-OH!!!! (man, I am so gonna pay for that...) Wednesday around two I received a call from her.
Jen: You're gonna be so mad at me.
Me: Did you finally have…

Bon Appetit 500 Cafe

500 Oracle Parkway
Redwood City, CA 94065

jennifer b. writes: I cannot tell you enough HOW COOL THIS PLACE IS !!!!!!

I work near by and I went with an ex-Oracle employee, and guess what?? You really do not need to work there to eat there !!!!!  

I am not saying that you might be stopped, but for people who work…

Cafe Mocha @ Kaiser Walnut Creek

1425 S Main St
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Lukey B. writes: Cafe Mocha at Kaiser Walnut Creek was a gem. They served fresh hot food made to order and their menus were always interesting, various, and Fresh. The staff there were always incredible. They were always very friendly and helpful. The Manager Joel…

Judy's Homestyle Cafe
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2268 Chestnut Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

John T. writes: Oh Judy...you're so hot. But I think it's best if we just stay friends.

When we first met two years ago, I was first attracted to your huge "omelettes" and sexy stuffed "french toast", but superficial beauty fades my dear. Eventually, it felt like you…

Sears Fine Foods
Neighborhood: Union Square

439 Powell St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Holly F. writes: ok they have really good fresh-squeezed OJ
but even better they have really good mimosas
and nice omelettes
but even better the fish and chips
or burger and fries
they have swedish pancakes that really hit the spot
when you need the pancakes
but even better…

Somerset
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

5912 College Avenue
Oakland, CA 94618

Pookie W. writes: They were really sweet to put up with my yoyoing reservation numbers.  The table was ready for us at 11:30 a.m. on-the-dot in a sunny corner.  A server came quickly to get our drink orders.  

They took forever to return after that.  Some of our party…

Bistro Burger
Neighborhood: Financial District

333 Bush St
San Francisco, CA 94104

Autumn K. writes: Seeing as I thought nothing of getting rip roaring drunk last night with my bitchy girlfriends and then going home and starting arguments with Boy at 2 a.m., I figured the least I could do was buy the poor guy lunch. Here's how it went:

Um....I said…

Portico Restaurant
Neighborhood: SOMA

98 1st St
San Francisco, CA 94105

Ed U. writes: Though nothing can bring back the hour
Of splendor in the grazing, of glory in the salad bar
We will grieve not, but rather find
Strength in what remains in my plastic tray.

Wordsworth was so ahead of his time with that classic poem.

OK, so I edited…

Eatcetera
Neighborhood: Financial District

388 Market St
# 106
San Francisco, CA 94111

MiRIAM w. writes: Where else in the FiDi can you get samosas, super burritos, donuts AND frozen yogurt?

My thoughts exactly!

Pacific Court Cafe
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

728 Pacific Ave
Ste 118
San Francisco, CA 94133

Don B. writes: Try the Chicken Fried Steak breakfast. Trust me on this. Very nice surprise the other morning. The hash browns are improving, also. They nearly got them right. :D

The Mutt Hut

1904 Washington Ave
San Leandro, CA 94577

Michael J. writes: Anyone who knows anything about me knows that I am the biggest hot dog lover walking on the planet. Ladies take note of this: If you want to seduce me, then feed me hot dogs. If you're really serious about seducing me...then feed me hot dogs and…

Broadway Prime

1316 Broadway
Burlingame, CA 94010

Kathleen W. writes: Guilty ... last night, I was one of those customers.  You know the type ... I called for a reservation the day of ... then an hour before, I called again to push back 30 minutes  ... then when I should have been at the restaurant, I was just hitting…

Bakers Square Restaurant & Pies

2010 Rollingwood Dr
San Bruno, CA 94066

Gourmet G. writes: I can't critique anything else on the somewhat extensive menu, but the pies, whether fruit or cream, never have been disappointing. I wouldn't come here from the city simply for a slice, but if you happen to be in the area, or are looking to pick up…

Garden Club

1144 Mission Rd
South San Francisco, CA 94080

Juliane N. writes: I never knew you could actually get such good yummy prime rib at such a decent price! Garden Club is located in a plaza and have their own parking lot so no need to look for parking. The place isn't the best looking place but it looks more like a…

Dominic's At Poplar Creek

1700 Coyote Point Dr
San Mateo, CA 94401

Heather C. writes: Good company can bring a 3.5 star place up to 4...  I dined at Dominic's last week - they have a February special (3-6 p.m.): $12.99 for a rib dinner , including salad/soup and dessert (ice cream sundae).  The ambiance is part sports bar, part…

KFC

3717 S El Camino Real
San Mateo, CA 94403

peggy w. writes: This weekend, I did the unthinkable.  I watched 13 straight hours of television.  Yes.  I sat in a living room and was fed by my boyfriend while watching Law and Order Special Victims Unit (or endearingly, SVU for those of us obsessed with the show)…

Harvey's
Neighborhood: Castro

500 Castro St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Autumn K. writes: Where else can you take your very straight, very reserved better half for a night of Pub Trivia, to celebrate a collective 500 reviews on Yelp, and leave with loads (no pun intended) of gay porn, all for around $10? Why, Harvey's in the Castro, of…

Pyramid Alehouse

1410 Locust St
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

luis .. writes: The first time I came here was last year for a Thursday night happy hour ( http://www.yelp.com/to... ).  It was actually the first time I had gone *out* in Walnut Creek or anywhere in the area.  The weather was great which made sitting in the back…

The Coffee Mill & Bakery
Neighborhood: Grand Lake, Lower Hills

3363 Grand Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

Annie T. writes: I love coming here for brunch. There is outdoor seating and the staff is friendly. I love their potato hash.. it's so good. Crispy on the outside and tender underneath! Perfect everytime.

I have fallen in love with the Coffee Mill's egg's benedict and…

Off Broadway Sandwich Board
Neighborhood: Downtown Oakland

416 15th Street
Oakland, CA 94612

Andrew S. writes: This is a really good lunch place.  I especially like their meatballs.  They give you a good meal (including salad and a roll) for not much cash.  The restaurant was recently remodeled and is light and airy, though it can get a little bit crowded.…

Marie Callender's

5B Serramonte Ctr
Daly City, CA 94015

Gil A. writes: I've been to this MC Restaurant a couple of times already & recently, I just came to buy their French Apple Pie (it's with the crumbly cinnamon streusel topping), & for the 2 times I came, they were always out of THE French Apple... BUT they are so…

Big Nate's Bar-B-Que
Neighborhood: SOMA

1665 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Michael P. writes: So lets say you respond to an ad on Craigslist's personals called "athletic, petite, Jewish hottie seeks SBM" or "Viet chick, tired of making out with covered brown bags" or "White stroker for Latino buttboy" or just substitute whatever it is that…

Firehouse Grill

1429 San Mateo Avenue
South San Francisco, CA 94080

STEVE O. writes: I changed jobs about 2 1/2 years ago and have been going to Firehouse Grill 3-4 times a week ever since. The food is very consistent and service good. I really like the fact that they give a glass of water and keep it coming. The place offers home…

TJ's Take Out

504 Alameda Del Prado
Novato, CA 94949

Alex C. writes: So I finally got around to take Marla's and Grace's recommendation. And they were quite accurate. The food we had was very good - not haute cuisine, mind you - but perfect for a easy week night dinner or I suppose an easy dinner for the kids. I don't…

Max's Opera Cafe Burlingame

1250 Bayshore Hwy
Burlingame, CA 94010

Kristina R. writes: If you're my size and height and can eat an entire plate of food here by your lil' ol' lonesome, you are a pig.  I've done it, and proven I'm a big fat hog.

I'm not trying to hurt your feelings, but you need to examine your inner-child and fix the…

Citizen Cake
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

399 Grove St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Starla D. writes: Have you ever tried celery flavored ice cream?  
It is extremely weird.  It didn't taste bad.  Just.... weird.
This pretty much describes the entire dinner menu at Citizen Cake.

If I wanted to pay a lot of money for something weird, I would buy a Real…

Gunter's Restaurant

1057 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080

D d. writes: I used to come here as an escape from work when I used to work in San Bruno.

You can play keno lotto and sit at the counter while waiting for your food. They always have tons of specials. I enjoy the ones with the southwestern flare...lots of choices…