Posted: March 2nd, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Comfort Food, Daytime Eats, Evening, Hotel Bar, Late night Eats, New American, SoMa (South of Market) | Tags: Beers, Burgers, California, Cocktails, Comfort Food, Dinner, drinks, fried food, Lunch, Open late, Pasta, pizza, San Francisco, SoMa, Wine |
54 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 777-1200
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Following a late night movie at the Metreon, the search was on for a kitchen still open late on a Sunday. Luckily, the brightly lit florescent sign at Anna Belle’s caught my attention. Located in the Hotel Mosser, Anna Belle’s menu features local and sustainable American fare served until a half hour past midnight. The dinner menu features a range of hearty dishes such as the prime rib, pork chops, and short ribs, and the bar menu has plenty of fried foods, various pizzas, and a delicious burger. Diners looking for a casual meal can either opt for a high-top near the bar, or chose one of the tables in the more intimate main dining area. |Anna Belle’s|
Open 7 days a week:
Mon-Sun: 11am-3pm
Mon-Sun: 5:30pm-12:30pm
Daily happy hour(s): 4pm-7pm, 11pm-12:30pm
Posted: February 19th, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Afternoon Tea, Daytime Eats, Dessert & Coffee, New American, Union Square | Tags: Afternoon Tea, bread pudding, Burgers, Cuisine, desserts, drinks, lobster, lobster club, Lunch, New American, Pasta, popovers, San Francisco, Union Square, Wine |
150 Stockton Street, Level 4
San Francisco, CA, 94108
(415) 249-2720
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Being my birthday and all, lunch somewhere a little more fancy than the typical Thursday norm seemed in order. Some white wine at noon on a Thursday? Hmm, why not. The Rotunda is located at the top of Neiman Marcus and is one of the more notable spots in Union Square for that special brunch, lunch, or afternoon tea. Nearly every table gets a great view of the Beaux Arts stained-glass skylight, but seats facing the unobstructed views of Union Square are highly sought after and are usually reserved well in advance.
Once seated, a demitasse of chicken broth served with a small crunchy popover wets the appetite, followed by their signature freshly baked popovers served with raspberry butter. I usually find myself ordering the burger when I dine here, but since it was my birthday, something a little more decadent this time around seemed appropriate. The lobster gratin penne pasta had a rich sauce, the deep-fried lobster imperial rolls were crunchy and delicious, and the lobster club was a rich take on an American classic sandwich. For the finale, a banana bread pudding with candied pecans, banana chips, caramel and chocolate was a great end to a decadent weekday lunch.
Open 7 days a week:
Mon-Thurs: 11am-4pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-5pm
Sun: 12pm-4pm
Afternoon Tea:
Sun-Thurs: 2:30pm-4pm
Fri-Sat: 2:30pm-5pm
Posted: February 10th, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Daytime Eats, Evening, Late night Eats, Thai, Union Square | Tags: Asian, authentic, California, cash only, Cheap eats, Cuisine, Dinner, Lunch, Open late, San Francisco, Thai, Union Square |
110 Powell Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
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When wandering around the streets near Union Square, it’s easy to get distracted by the sea of retail and restaurants dotted along Powell Street. It’s best to push past the aggressive restaurant greeters indicative of tourist traps and instead, opt for a crowded seat or table at Bangkok Noodles. Judging by the hungry diners that often congregate outside during meal times, it’s no secret that this place is a local favorite for some of the best affordable and delicious Thai cuisine in the city.
Bangkok Noodles makes various curries and flat noodle dishes that are especially good, the Pad Ga-Prow (minced chicken or pork with thai basil, chili, and bell peppers) is also one of my favorites. Portions are a good value that won’t stretch the wallet that much, just remember to bring cash (no plastic accepted).
Open 7 days a week:
Mon-Sun: 11am-1am
Posted: February 1st, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Comfort Food, Daytime Eats, Italian, Noe Valley | Tags: 24th Street, Cheap eats, Comfort Food, Ice Cream, Italian, Lunch, Noe Valley, San Francisco, sandwiches |
1300 Castro Street
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 648-4256
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Located on the corner of 24th and Castro in the Noe Valley district, Subs Inc. combines choice deli cuts, freshly baked bread, tomatoes, crisp iceberg lettuce and onions, all to create a satisfyingly delicious sandwich.
A good sandwich always starts with the bread, and Subs Inc. has some amazing Dutch crunch. Try it with their roasted turkey and cranberry sauce or their hot pastrami. The meatball sub is also delicious, perfect on a sweet roll. For dessert, there’s plenty of ice cream to sample.
Open 7 days a week:
Mon-Sun: 10am-8pm
Posted: January 22nd, 2010 | Author: jklesure | Filed under: Chinatown, Chinese, Daytime Eats, Evening | Tags: Asian, authentic, Cantonese, Chinatown, Chinese, Cuisine, Dinner, Lunch, San Francisco |
631 Kearny Street
San Francisco, CA
94108
(415) 982-7877
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While the choices can be somewhat limited in the city for dine-in Chinese fare on the fancier side, look no further than R&G Lounge for deliciously authentic Cantonese cuisine. Located across the street from Portsmouth Square, the restaurant is only a few short blocks from the Financial District and North Beach, making it a convenient locale for a reasonably priced work lunch during the week.The restaurant features an extensive menu, though they are best known for their seafood dishes. Specialties would include their various preparations of Dungeness crab, my favorite being their Salt & Pepper style. Salt & Pepper Calamari is one of my favorite appetizers served here, as well as the honey-glazed spare ribs. |R&G Lounge|
Open 7 days a week:
Mon-Sun: 11:30am-9:30pm
