smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Corey Lee is an extremely talented chef who is paying homage to some other amazing chef creations

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Let us know how it all was!

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

oh Im so sorry I missed this!

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Thanks!

I've been back 2 times since my original post, so I've done both Bellmore and Boka!

My last trip I had a lovely longer meal at Nico.
Temporis is on my list but they are booked up for this trip
Right now I have Fat Rice and Cherry Circle
Will look at these for my other meals.

THANKS!!!!!

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

On my last trip, I went to
Publican
Loyalist
BLVD
Nico
Bellmore
G&T Fish and oyster
Green River
and my usual RL

Bellmore and Loyalist were the highlights for sure

I will be back in a week looking for 3 new spots to try!
Thank you in advance for any recs!

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

I second Somerset, and also G&T Fish and Oyster
I just had the most amazing meal at Bellmore

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Check this site out

https://www.sfpdv.com/

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

That is exactly the first place that came to mind

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

I was initially really confused why Melanie was showing up on my Chicago feed, but I am so glad to see her here.

I am about to make another trip back and looking for more places.
I am also still in shock over Grace closing

Melanie, did you do a whole trip report?

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

I was there last year and it was excellent.

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Reviving this because apparently Hunan Home has new owners and fired the entire staff. This explains a few things like why I didn't recognize anyone last time, they no longer cary Taiwan beer(srsly one of my favorites) and they no longer offer the peking duck mushu.

Not sure if I should go there for my Xmas dinner or try exploring for something new.
Suggestions please!

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

I personally would go to Boulevard. Mainly for the ambiance.
Have you looked at the NYE menu's for each?

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

I wanna join next time!!!!

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

would love to hear a recap of where you went and what you loved, etc.

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Well, dare I say it, go to Akiko early and then finish at Delfina?
Do both, a nice sampling of sushi which is not the most filling, and then some pasta.

A few times I have left Akiko and went to Kin Khao for something a bit more substantial.
I would do both, and then you end in the Mission and can do some bar hopping there.

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

http://www.hawkerfare.com/

It's his other restaurant

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Same
I eat at the Fisherman Wharf one a few times a year and it is always solid.
Service can be a bit hit or miss, but overall the food has been on point.

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Are you open to going above $15 per person?

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Waterbar would fit that bill

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Personally I would choose Rich Table, because if there is a wait, you have all of Hayes Valley to explore.

Al's place is the same cause it's in the mission, just a tad past the main Mission action

Liholiho would be TL and that would have me at the Saratoga while waiting.

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

great recap that i will use for my next trip!

Re: Service, I felt that over all the level of service was lacking considerably. I am not sure if I am so used to the service standards of SF, or if I'm just a snob about service.
I found it incredibly annoying at times.

Interesting comment on the casualness, i had the opposite experience. In SF I am used to being in a Michelin restaurant next to someone in jeans/hoodie/baseball hat. I felt everyone in Chicago was dressed up.

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

She has a new chef in her kitchen, no?
I was thinking he just needs more time to bring her that 3rd star

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

The food would be considered more approachable(IMO) at Sommerset and larger portions, less precious. I would run back to Boka in a heart beat

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

Hounds! You did not steer me wrong with Boka. THANK YOU!!!!

Amazing cocktails!
Had the carrots
the tartar
the octopus
the scallops and seriously, the tortelli....I ordered it twice. Not kidding. Had it, then got the scallops, shared the scallops with two people sitting next to me at the bar, just so I could have room for more pasta.

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

I vote Original Joe's as well

smatbrat commented 4 years ago

So what are you thinking for Wed? You will go to Tartine, then to GG Park, have lunch and then the GG bridge? If that is what you are thinking, maybe Flores would be a good Non Taco shop Mexican spot?
Just figuring out your logistics in order to recommend good options.