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Slow Club

Category: American (New)
Neighborhood: Mission

11/6/2011

*4 stars for drinks
*3-4 stars for food... the desserts were all mediocre
*2 stars for service

A large group of us (15-16 ppl) hosted a friend's birthday dinner here, and even though the entire group arrived on time, we weren't seated until at least an hour after our reservation. Instead of apologizing or offering to comp some portion of our bill, our server defensively snapped: "well it's tough to get 16 seats together..." No shit. That's why we made a reservation well in advance, jerk.

I guess there's no need for sugar when 18% gratuity is included.

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736 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 553-8667

Mission Cheese

Categories: Cheese Shops, Restaurants, Wine Bars
Neighborhood: Mission

11/4/2011

Toss-up between 3 and 4 stars, but grading up because I really do love the concept! More details:

Ambiance - 5-stars. This place has great furnishings, tableware, music, lighting, etc. On a warm evening they open up the sliding window facade to create an outdoor feel.

Service - 4-stars. Everyone was laid-back, warm, friendly. Not bending over backwards, but definitely pleasant.

Wines - 3-4 stars. I only had two wines here... both were good, but not great. But they were also non-standard, so I applaud that.

Food - 2-stars. I think this place could really take off if they worked on the food. The cheese plate was a bit lackluster for a place that specializes in cheese. The salad we had was way too vinegar-y and the fruit on it wasn't ripe enough. And the mac 'n cheese was an injustice... way too dry, and not nearly enough flavor.

But overall I'm a fan and hope to edit this review in the future with an upgrade!

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2790 Harrison St
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 550-6971

Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream

Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighborhood: Mission

11/4/2011

"Secret Breakfast" stands up to the hype.

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3692 18th St
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 626-5600

Bi-Rite Creamery

Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighborhood: Mission

11/4/2011

At the risk of being dumped by my bf or snubbed by a mob of incredulous hipsters, I have to admit that I just don't get all the fuss. Maybe if you love salted caramel ice cream... but I don't. And I think it's a little too sweet for me (have tried a few flavors).

BiRite serves delicious ice cream, so I would go back if I were in the hood and craving some ice cream. But I wouldn't go out of my way and wouldn't be caught dead lining up out-the-door-around-the-corner-down-Dolores for it.

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20215 Coast Hwy 1
Marshall, CA 94940
(415) 663-9218

Hog Island Oyster Farm

Categories: Seafood, Seafood Markets

11/4/2011

One of my favorite places to spend a sunny day... laid-back atmosphere, fresh oysters, drinks... True bay area living. One suggestion: Bring your own wine, cheese, crackers, etc. They allow it... leaves more money for oysters. :)

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510 Union St
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 395-0939

Don Pisto's

Categories: Mexican, American (New), Street Vendors
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

11/4/2011

I feel awkward giving out 5 stars to Mexican food in North Beach / Telegraph... but I *love* this place. If you want fresh authentic mexican food with lots of flavor, but you could also use some drinks and ambiance, this place is perfect. Great margaritas, mouth-watering chips & salsa, and really fresh & tasty tacos. Not the kind with cheese and lettuce... real tacos. Lots of other great eats, too... check out the pics.

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21021 Geyserville Ave
Geyserville, CA 95441
(707) 814-0111

Diavola Pizzeria & Salumeria

Categories: Italian, Pizza

11/4/2011

I've been eating at Diavola for the last few years... ever since I signed up for wine club membership next door at Local's. The pizza, pasta, salads here are fantastic. I don't think I've had any other entrees, but I image that everything here is truly a treat. Very fresh ingredients, perfectly seasoned preparations... and those long, thin complimentary breadsticks they serve make my mouth water.

Diavola also intro'd me to the Calabrian chile... changed my life.

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1910 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 674-6876

Fraiche

Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighborhoods: Lower Pac Heights, Pacific Heights

11/4/2011

I used to snarl at every new 'tart' yogurt place that popped up... "Got vanilla? No? 12 dispensers but not ONE non-tart flavor??" (Throw my arms up for dramatic affect and march out...) To me, fro-yo is a sub for ice cream, not yogurt parfait.

But I have finally seen the light... Found the land of milk and honey... organic milk, churned into greek-style yogurt, and then generously infused with valrohna chocolate before being transformed into a rich, smooth, pro-biotic frozen cream. And, if I so desire, topped with the freshest, most flavorful toppings I've ever had... sometimes made of fruits I've never even heard of.

... I won't go as far as saying I enjoy 'tart fro-yo.' But I sure do love me some Fraiche.

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2015 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 800-7696

Bun Mee

Categories: Vietnamese, Sandwiches
Neighborhoods: Lower Pac Heights, Pacific Heights

11/4/2011

Bun Mee makes my currently favorite cookie - the chocolate with coconut creme (and I discovered it before 7x7 so I'm not biased). 5+ stars for the cookie.

The rest, meh. High quality ingredients, but less flavorful than, say, Saigon Sandwiches. I also wish they had a tofu sandwich like Saigon...
But not a bad alternative to real Vietnamese sandwiches, especially for Pac Heights.

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568 Sacramento St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 983-0102

Wexler's

Categories: American (New), Barbeque
Neighborhood: Financial District

11/4/2011

I hosted a birthday dinner here on a Saturday night and we had a stellar experience. The food was incredible, the *drinks* were unique and soooo gooooood (Smoked Manhattan!!), and the service was top-notch. We went all out and probably ended the night at $80 / person. I had a 5-star experience here because I was "flexitarian" that night. But giving 4-stars because as a more-often-than-not vegetarian, I would need a couple more substantive options.

Also, for folks who claim this is not real bbq, you're right. But they're not trying to be a traditional bbq place... so don't rate them on that basis.

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