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312 8th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 221-9165
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 221-9165
Halu
Category: Japanese
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond
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10/31/2008
Only 63 reviews? I've been here a handful of times and I can't get enough of the yakitori.
They have this yakitori dinner special for $17 that includes 7 skewers, soup, rice, salad....not too bad for the price. We also got the fried dinner too but I prefer the regular grilled kind a bit better. Hold the meat with the chopstick, then slowly twist the skewer out....easier if you twist to free the meat from the stick, then dip into the pepper flakes and mmmmm!!!! They also have this chicken rice dish that is really good! The ramen wasn't better than something I can get at Suzu.
If you're in a rush, then maybe you shouldn't eat here. The service is good but the food doesn't come out very quickly....that way you can enjoy your sake or beer....eat what you ordered and then order some more. Take your time here and you'll enjoy every single bite. And if you've been to Japan, this place will bring back memories. =)
171 2nd Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 281-9000
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 281-9000
Tempura House II
Category: Japanese
Neighborhood: SOMA
You would think that if they named their restaurant Tempura House, that their tempura has to be very good. During my first and only visit, I felt like I was going to a Japanese McDonald... counter service, drinks on the side. I ordered the tempura of course and it was probably one of the worse I've had.
I ordered the chicken terriyaki and figured it couldn't be that bad.. but boy was I wrong. The chicken was dry, tough and the thick sauce didn't help either. It was served with a hot scoop of rice and a salad.
A good japanese restaurant is hard to find around this part of FiDi... but if you're in need of a quick, cheap, japanese fix... this will do.
A good japanese restaurant is hard to find around this part of FiDi... but if you're in need of a quick, cheap, japanese fix... this will do.
I wanted to take off another star because it took literally 15 minutes for us to get our drinks... but given that it was lunch hour, I'll let it go this time.
The Bill's burger was moist and cooked perfectly... actually one of the best burgers I've had recently! We also ordered the nachos which were piled with beans, cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream and the most important spicy spicy jalapenos..... all of this washed down with a very tasty Blueberry stout!
Other than the slow service, I'll probably come back for a very nicely cooked burger and their good beer selection.
The Bill's burger was moist and cooked perfectly... actually one of the best burgers I've had recently! We also ordered the nachos which were piled with beans, cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream and the most important spicy spicy jalapenos..... all of this washed down with a very tasty Blueberry stout!
Other than the slow service, I'll probably come back for a very nicely cooked burger and their good beer selection.
524 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 252-0918
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 252-0918
Limon
Category: Peruvian
Neighborhood: Mission
Better make a reservation if you don't like waiting... actually even if you have a reservation, expect to wait 15-30 mins!
After finally getting seated, the food wasn't too bad. The ceviche was one the best I've had... I've tried that fried fish on their menu... man that thing is huge and messy to eat! It's better to throw down the utensils and dig into it with your hands... though that tip is not recommended if you're on a date. =)
Overall great meal... loved the deserts and I'm not even a sweets guy! If you can get over the wait and crowd, this is a nice spot to take a date or even have a small birthday dinner.
ohhh cell phone reception is horrible at this restaurant. I couldn't send or receive any calls that day!
After finally getting seated, the food wasn't too bad. The ceviche was one the best I've had... I've tried that fried fish on their menu... man that thing is huge and messy to eat! It's better to throw down the utensils and dig into it with your hands... though that tip is not recommended if you're on a date. =)
Overall great meal... loved the deserts and I'm not even a sweets guy! If you can get over the wait and crowd, this is a nice spot to take a date or even have a small birthday dinner.
ohhh cell phone reception is horrible at this restaurant. I couldn't send or receive any calls that day!
1800 Montgomery St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 392-9280
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 392-9280
Hillstone
Categories: American (New), Steakhouses
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill
Spinach artichoke dip... yummm!!!
live jazz band...yehhh!!!
romantic, yes....
Food... ummm probably other than the dip and ribs, nothing else really stood out at this place.
one great thing about Houston is that there is no corkage fee! =)
live jazz band...yehhh!!!
romantic, yes....
Food... ummm probably other than the dip and ribs, nothing else really stood out at this place.
one great thing about Houston is that there is no corkage fee! =)
1335 Fulton St
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 673-7078
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 673-7078
Candybar
Categories: Desserts, Wine Bars
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA
We had some time to burn after finishing a meal at Nopalito, and our reservation at Nopa wasn't ready until 2 hours later... so we found Candybar.
The place was quite empty at 7 but completely filled up by 8:30. I guess people don't believe in desert before dinner. =) It was still happy hour so we ordered some cocktails....I think we had the strawberry kiss which was way too sour for me but my friend said the sangria was perfect! I had a beer of course in a nice fancy glass... we also ordered some desert...wish I can comment more on the desert, I didn't try it.
But overall the place is relaxing with some nice artwork on their walls...and check out their bathroom....just as Euge said... a shag worthy bathroom. =)
The place was quite empty at 7 but completely filled up by 8:30. I guess people don't believe in desert before dinner. =) It was still happy hour so we ordered some cocktails....I think we had the strawberry kiss which was way too sour for me but my friend said the sangria was perfect! I had a beer of course in a nice fancy glass... we also ordered some desert...wish I can comment more on the desert, I didn't try it.
But overall the place is relaxing with some nice artwork on their walls...and check out their bathroom....just as Euge said... a shag worthy bathroom. =)
575 Mission St.
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 777-0277
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 777-0277
Roy's Restaurant
Categories: Asian Fusion, Hawaiian
Neighborhood: SOMA
wow I haven't written a review for Roy's yet. I've been to this restaurant a few times but yet I still can't figure if I love it or not. Yes, the portions are small, overpriced, but yet the flavors are hit and miss!
Actually went there today for a business lunch....ordered the mahi, was told that it will be slightly undercooked in the middle which is fine with me. When I got the fish, halfway through I noticed it was undercooked. At this point I was done and wasn't interested in trying anything else. The waitress found out about the undercooked fished but offered to cook me something else though my group was almost done eating......desert came, then the bill... no comp meal, deserts or apologies for my meal! Sorry but that's just right. At least this meal helped me decide if I love or hate this place........ ....
Actually went there today for a business lunch....ordered the mahi, was told that it will be slightly undercooked in the middle which is fine with me. When I got the fish, halfway through I noticed it was undercooked. At this point I was done and wasn't interested in trying anything else. The waitress found out about the undercooked fished but offered to cook me something else though my group was almost done eating......desert came, then the bill... no comp meal, deserts or apologies for my meal! Sorry but that's just right. At least this meal helped me decide if I love or hate this place........ ....
What I like about this restaurant...
- nice wine list
- very memorable bacon fried brussels sprouts!
- their chocolate desert!!!
dislike:
- chairs\stool are so high that I can't even touch the ground... I'm 5'7, though not tall but shit... haha
- odd that they couldn't get a real bread plate but instead serves bread on piece of paper menu
- tables are placed too close together and they just love squeezing too many people into one table
- good luck getting a table if you don't have reservations
- leaving without feeling full....
If you come on the weekend, maybe you can catch the bacon wrapped hot dog cart outside on your way out! =)
- nice wine list
- very memorable bacon fried brussels sprouts!
- their chocolate desert!!!
dislike:
- chairs\stool are so high that I can't even touch the ground... I'm 5'7, though not tall but shit... haha
- odd that they couldn't get a real bread plate but instead serves bread on piece of paper menu
- tables are placed too close together and they just love squeezing too many people into one table
- good luck getting a table if you don't have reservations
- leaving without feeling full....
If you come on the weekend, maybe you can catch the bacon wrapped hot dog cart outside on your way out! =)
Now I realized why it's actually nice to live in SJ... warm weather most of the year, great food, and so many places to just lounge at. This wine bar is right in the middle of santana row... come here on a nice sunny day, drink some wine, and people watch if you must. My favorite pinot noir drink here is the Dom Pavelot and sometimes I pick up a cheese platter as well.
It's also a great spot to relax when your girl is spending over an hour at Urban Outfitters! *sigh*!!!
It's also a great spot to relax when your girl is spending over an hour at Urban Outfitters! *sigh*!!!
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The food here is delicious and brings back memories of all my Tokyo trips... yakitori of all sorts. gizzards, chicken, beef, pork belly(yummmm!!), and many more. We usually order a lot of skewers and LOTS of beer here! Make sure you order the crispy chicken over rice dish.
I can't wait to go back this weekend.....getting buzzed with good friends eating tasty food listening to Beatles's music.... Good times!!!