Posted: September 3rd, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Daytime Eats, Evening, Ice Cream, Mission | Tags: 24th Street, brownies, California, cash only, Cheap eats, dessert, Harrison Street, Ice Cream, ice cream sandwiches, Mission, San Francisco, sherbet, sorbet, sundaes | No Comments »
2790 Harrison Street
San Francisco, CA 94080
(415) 550-6971
View Map
Just off 24th Street in the Mission District lives a very unconventional ice cream shop. At Humphry Slocombe you’ll find flavors like Foie Gras, McEvoy Olive Oil, Peanut Butter Curry, Sea Salt, Balsamic Caramel, Creme Fraiche, and Guinness Gingerbread just to name a few. For more prudish palettes, Humphry Slocombe also makes more conventional flavors like Blue Bottle Vietnamese Coffee, Maple Walnut, Peppermint and Vanilla Chip. For those seeking something sans any dairy, their diverse selection of Sorbets and Sherbets hit the spot.
All their varieties are made with Straus Organic Dairy and they use natural, organic ingredients when ever possible. Flavors rotate often and they usually carry between 10 and 12 of them at a time. The menu also includes some house specialty sundaes, brownies, ice cream sandwiches, and bacon peanut brittle. |Humphry Slocombe|
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Sun: 12pm – 9pm
Cash Only
Posted: August 26th, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Comfort Food, Daytime Eats, Evening, Jackson Square, Saloon | Tags: Beers, Burgers, California, Cheap eats, Cocktails, Comfort Food, Dinner, drinks, Jackson Square, Lunch, Pacific Avenue, Saloon, San Francisco, sandwiches | No Comments »
298 Pacific Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 788-2222
View Map
Quite possibly the oldest saloon established in San Francisco, the Old Ship Saloon is a Jackson Square landmark that’s been in business since the three-masted boat named the Arkansas was beached here back in 1851. At inception, a door was merely cut directly into the hull of the boat to convert the ship into an ale house. Over time the ship was replaced with a brick and mortar building that functioned as a hotel, which still operated the Old Ship Saloon in a barroom on the ground floor.
The Old Ship Saloon is a popular place for the Financial District work crowd to stop in for lunch and is often filled with patrons having drinks following a long day at the office. I love the classic look of the exposed brick and black trim interior, the nautical design touches, and the large front windows that offer diners a view of the Pyramid building. The menu is a mix of fried foods, salads and chili, but their specialty would have to be their selection of customizable burgers and sandwiches. |Old Ship Saloon|
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Fri: 11:30am – 3pm, 4:30pm – 12am,
Kitchen closes at 9pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
Posted: August 13th, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Daytime Eats, Evening, Indian, Late night Eats, Marina / Cow Hollow | Tags: authentic, Beers, California, Cheap eats, Cow Hollow, curry, Dinner, Fillmore Street, Indian, kati, Lunch, Marina, Open late, Patio, San Francisco, thali | No Comments »
3115 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 896-4008
View Map
Prior to the arrival of Kasa Indian Eatery, options for healthy, freshly prepared Indian cuisine in the Marina were scant to say the least. Unlike other Indian restaurants in the city that exude a more ethnic ambiance, I was a bit surprised to see a modern interior space that feels like the Indian version of an upscale quick service restaurant. From the polished stainless-steel kitchen surfaces, industrial coated concrete floors, to the loft-like feeling of the space, the interior is miles from what one may have grown accustomed to when dining Indian.
Specializing in homestyle Indian food, the menu is split between Kati rolls (similar to a taco) and Thali, which features multiple menu items served on a traditional metal platter. Both choices include their handmade roti, which is similar to a buttery tortilla. Dishes include Chicken Tikka, Chicken Tikka Marsala, Lamb Curry, Kebabs, and various vegetarian options. In addition to these menu options, the Thali platter is served with chutney, raita (yogurt), a veggie salad, and daal (lentils). Just be wary of the green pickled pepper relish for it packs a punch. Best of all, Kasa is open late on Fridays and Saturdays, offering a healthier and more tasty option for late-night food than pizza and hot dogs. Delivery is available after 6pm every night. |Kasa Indian Eatery|
Hours of Operation:
Sun-Thurs: 11am – 10pm
Fri-Sat: 11am – 2:30am
Posted: August 2nd, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Evening, Italian, Pacific Heights, Saturday Brunch, Sunday Brunch, Wine Bar | Tags: authentic, California, coffee, Cuisine, date spots, dessert, Dessert & Coffee, Dinner, Fillmore Street, Italian, Matthew Accarrino, Pacific Heights, Pasta, rustic, San Francisco, Saturday Brunch, Shelley Lindgren, Sunday Brunch, Wine | 1 Comment »
1911 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 771-7779
View Map
Situated amongst the clusters of chic boutiques that dot this busy stretch of Fillmore Street in Pacific Heights, one could easily make the mistake of walking past this charming Italian restaurant with its unassuming black exterior and matching black awning. The name SPQR, which is an acronym for Senatus Populesque Romanus, and translates to “The People and Senate of Rome”, should explain its menu of rustic Italian dishes and great selection of Italian wines.
|Chef Matthew Accarrino| and his team have been hard at work, creating a diverse menu of dishes that change seasonally to showcase the best local ingredients. Much time and care goes into every dish, preparing everything including their pastas from scratch. Pretty impressive feat considering the staff can serve so many people every evening and still produce amazing food from its compact open kitchen. It’s often you’ll find owner |Shelley Lindgren| working the front of house as the wine director, and she is a great resource for wine paring recommendations. With friendly and professional service, coupled with delicious and sophisticated Italian fare, it’s no surprise this place is packed every night. Advanced reservations can be booked via their web site and are highly recommended, unless you are fine with possibility of eating at the bar/chef’s counter. |SPQR|
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Sat: 5:30pm – 10:30pm
Sun: 5:30pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun Brunch: 11am – 2:30pm
Posted: July 16th, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Chinese, Daytime Eats, Evening, Late night Eats, Marina / Cow Hollow, Pan-Asian | Tags: Asian, Beers, California, Chinese, Cocktails, Cow Hollow, Cuisine, date spots, Dinner, drinks, Lunch, Open late, Pan-Asian, San Francisco, Wine | 1 Comment »
2030 Union Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 929-8855
View Map
Named after the natural stimulant that is quite popular in Southeast Asia, Betelnut’s menu of contemporary Asian dishes and selection of crafted cocktails may evoke a similar reaction of mild hot sensations in the body and slightly heightened alertness to one’s surroundings. Located right along Union Street, the street facing windows are often opened up on warm days to encourage people watching while dining and drinking. The interior of this restaurant has one of the cooler Asian-inspired designs, similar in theme to a beer house found in places like Singapore. Design touches from the wooden Chinese paddles nailed to the wall, the sprinkler pipes painted to look like bamboo and the wall art posters all help transport diners far from its Cow Hollow locale.
Betelnut takes a contemporary approach to more traditional dishes from Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, and China. Their selection of appetizers go great with beer or their list of specialty cocktails. Personal favorites include the dishes pictured below along with the glazed pork short ribs, their noodle dishes, and the fried Red Snapper that is served whole.|Betelnut|
Open 7 days a week:
Mon-Thurs: 11:30am-11pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-12am
Sun: 11:30am-11pm
Recent Comments