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Whole Foods Haight Street, SF store opening Wed 2/16/11
Its not called Real Foods that is a very different store its called Fresh Organics Inc which is not the same as Real Foods. Its a larger company and not the mom and pop you may be thinking of.
Where to buy sustainable seafood in SF?
Yes you are right I sent the wrong link, I had that for my visit to the South last Oct. The Monterey one is a great resource. Thanks.
Making Lobster Roll, best place to get the roll?
looks great! was the bread firm but super soft? I think its funny that most of the LR places on the East use Pepperidge Farm top split rolls which I never see here.
I am going to the Cape in July and I will be on the quest. Thanks for sharing.
Where to buy sustainable seafood in SF?
Local fish and wild fish would be the best options. I am still unclear as the debate continues on harvested.
SF Fish Company in the Ferry Plaza is a good option
Bryan's market carries wild and local fish
Here is a good resource for sustainable choices
http://www.desertmuseum.org/visit/gulf_seafood_card.pdf
Private Dining - central Napa winery? (group of 12)
DC is pretty pricey.
If you do decide to go private room in restaurant I had a good experience at Brix just a month ago. My host had us in the Cellar Room that seats 12. The food is very good, farm to table with their own garden. The service was excellent.
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Brix
7377 St. Helena Highway, Napa, CA 94558
Is the Apple Pan Worth a Visit
Well thanks for setting me straight I guess I was out of touch thinking their burger remained to be 5.00.
Now that I am back in reality and if I were to compare their prices with something somewhat similar minus the nostalgia and counter charm Gott's Roadside here in SF charges about the same 7.99 cheeseburger, 2,69 Fries and 1.99 soda so I guess they are not out of line with the current prices except the quality of meat might be better at Gott's if you were to compare.
I hope it is as good as I remember and they still pour your soda for you into that cute cone paper cup that sits in the red holder, if not I will be p--sed
Is the Apple Pan Worth a Visit
2009 almost the same price as 1990 but they jacked the price in 2011 strange.
Is the Apple Pan Worth a Visit
I am posting the menu because I just could not believe the prices are as high as stated. This is not true and if they are charging more than their menu here print it and bring with you.
The prices are not much higher than they were when I lived and went there in the 80' and 90's which is a relief.
5.00 for hickory burger
1.75 for fries
1.25 soft drink
3.25 pie
Now I don't eat pie when I have a burger or sandwich so I am getting out for under 10.00.
http://www.applepan.com/
Mariscos Chente and Mariscos 4 Vientos any recent visits been a long time
good to know thank you.
Mariscos Chente and Mariscos 4 Vientos any recent visits been a long time
I am visiting LA and wanted to visit some of my old spots its been years since I've been to either place. Any good resent reports or recommendations that are similar. I am in the Bay Area so I don't get my Mexican seafood fix that often.
Thanks.
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Mariscos Chente
4532 S Centinela Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90066
Marisco's
718 S San Jacinto Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583
Is the Apple Pan Worth a Visit
Good point. Most likely I will stop in and at least it won't be a shock when I get the bill.
best places to buy produce and seafood on Kauai?
The North side is so beautiful and if you have not been you are missing out. if you take a drive over there in go to Hanalei Dolphin Fish Market, excellent seafood and if you go on a Saturday check out the farmers market. Both will provide local freshness of the island.
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Hanalei Dolphin Restaurant
5 5016 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, HI
Is the Apple Pan Worth a Visit
No I was not paying that in the 80's and 90's and that is a sticker shock. Since I am going to LA next week I may have to re think going or just go for the pie or skip the fires and drink. At they same time I would want to continue supporting them although they did survived when that horrible mall went in..rents still continue to increase.
Is the Apple Pan Worth a Visit
This place brings back great memories I use to go often when I lived in LA. It was comforting when I would walk up to the counter, sit down the servers who had been there for ever knew exactly what I wanted. Tuna sandwich, extra pickles, coke and fries well done.. I would throw them off when I needed my hickory burger fix.
Making Lobster Roll, best place to get the roll?
The Acme hotdog roll is almost the right texture for a LR. Bryan's market up on California Street has these smaller rolls that I used for a holiday party for pulled pork sandwiches they would work too.
Whole Foods Haight Street, SF store opening Wed 2/16/11
I must admit I will stop into this WF once in a while but I will continue to support Haight Street Market which has everything I need, fresh organic product, Marin Sun Farm's 100% grass fed beef, Mary's free range & organic chicken and the basics for my weekly shopping. I love this little market, nice family business and they are expanding to the space next door..
Lobster rolls in SF?
I had their crab sandwich about four months ago on my way down for orchid shopping. I would say its pretty good worth ordering if you are there. I like the crab sandwich better at Spud Point Crab in Bodega, only because of the bun and crab ratio.
Lobster rolls in SF?
I've been on this quest for some time and I have tried all of the LR mentioned here except Sea Salt in Berkeley. I would not waste your money on any of them they just don't come close and you will be disappointed. I would just settle for a decent crab sandwich until someone someday can gets it right.
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Sea Salt
2512 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702
Bittman ending his "MInimalist" column in the new york times
I will miss his column and a big fan. I love his no nonsense approach and he is charming.
I cook two different ways- one is very involved, and looks of ingredients, risks, making a Sunday afternoon of it. but the second way is something easy and quick so on those nights he gave me that spark of inspiration.
I do look forward to reading his column in the Opinion section, his new adventure sounds promising and I will him the best.
Healthy Food in San Fran
The real deal better than Cafe gratitude is Ananda Fuara- mostly vegetarian great salads, soups and specials- Market at Larkin near the Public Library and Asian Museum, walking distance from Union Sq good for lunch.
http://www.anandafuara.com/
Mocca- 175 Maiden Lane- lunch
(between Grant Ave & Stockton St) - not cheap but they have a good selection of fresh food, you can sit outside, cash only
I like a light lunch at FreshMarket Neiman Marcus- good sandwiches and salads
150 Stockton St
Ferry Plaza for baked goods- Frog Hollow and Acme Bread.
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Acme Bread
Ferry Slip, San Francisco, CA 94111
Neiman Marcus Cafe
400 Stanford Shopping CT, Palo Alto, CA
Best Southern, Soul Food in Jackson, Miss or near Jackson
well hot dam that sounds perfect really thank you for that.
Best Southern, Soul Food in Jackson, Miss or near Jackson
Littleman -My Aunt and Uncle live in Peal near El Dorado Rd. They do a lot of cooking and eat healthy as I do too but most likely they are not eating at the places I will want to explore so I am happy to have all of the above recommendations.
Top 10 favorites here in SF, that is a hard one. But, Littlleman just remember to tell them they are in California and not in Mississippi ; ), its pricey here!
High end- special night out
Ame- I am not a fan of hotel lobby dining but I do love their food. Sleek and modern Japanese/New American Fusion. I recommend sharing their the Taste of Ame Sashimi plate and ordering a couple entrees the Broiled Sake Marinated Alaskan Black Cod and Shrimp Dumplings in Shiso Broth are popular for a good reason.
689 Mission St
In the St. Regis Hotel
(415) 284-4040
www.amerestaurant.com
Boulavard- is a classic SF institution, California cuisine
Best service and amazing wine list. Cannot go wrong.
1 Mission St
(between The Embarcadero & Steuart St)
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 543-6084
www.boulevardrestaurant.com
Bar Crudo- more on the casual side, has the best treasures form the sea. Freshest raw fish and oysters. I have not ordered anything from the hot menu because I love all their raw items.
I also like NOPA which is a block away very sf vibe good food and cocktails, lively.
655 Divisadero St
(between Hayes St & Grove St)
San Francisco, CA 94117
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA
(415) 409-0679
www.barcrudo.com
Mid price range-
Perbacco- is one of my favorite places to keep going back to- both lunch or dinner. the PAPPARDELLE pappardelle short rib ragu is what I keep coming back for, they have perfect salads and then their are the sea scallops and the TRUFFLE-HERB RICOTTA GNOCCHI. You can oder half plates of their pastas. Good service and wine list I think one of the better values here.
230 California St
(between Battery St & Front St)
San Francisco, CA 94111
Financial District
(415) 955-0663
www.perbaccosf.com
Also in the Financial District
I am going to mention Bix because its a very special place in terms of style, atmosphere has that speakeasy supper club vibe, the food is good not great, nice place to have a cocktail.
56 Gold St
(between Balance St & Montgomery St)
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 433-6300
www.bixrestaurant.com
Universal Cafe- one of my all time favorites, seasonal, charming, never lets you down. Good brunch option too-
2814 19th St
(between Bryant St & Florida St)
San Francisco, CA 94110
Neighborhood: Mission
(415) 821-4608
www.universalcafe.net
Burma Superstar- I have a funny relationship with this place, I always forget to bring my reading glasses so I never really know what I am ordering or have to have someone order for me, I don't think I've had a bad dish yet.
I recommend going for lunch or a very casual dinner not fancy, gets very crowded at night.
309 Clement St
(between 4th Ave & 5th Ave)
San Francisco, CA 94118
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond
(415) 387-2147
www.burmasuperstar.com
Some of my new favorites-
Wexlers- this might be similar to what you can find in the South but it is inventive and seasonal. Categories are American and, Barbeque- although any Southern would think we are confused. I do love the Cornmeal Crusted Skate-is excellent, I like this place for lunch.
They can go here for lunch and walk up to North Beach and China Town also close to Bix
568 Sacramento Street
(between Leidesdorff St & Montgomery St)
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 983-0102
wexlerssf.com
Flour + Water- pizza, Italian casual, don't even try without a reservation, small space.
2401 Harrison St
(between 20th St & 21st St)
San Francisco, CA 94110
Neighborhood: Mission
(415) 826-7000
flourandwater.com
Nopalito - order the carnitas! very casual, good lunch spot then they can make their way over to Golden gate Park so much to see there.
306 Broderick St. (near Oak Street)
San Francisco
Tel. (415) 437-0303
Map | www.nopalitosf.com
I also, think the Slanted Door is worth while, I take out of town guest there and always pleased.
They should got to the Ferry Plaza especially on Saturday morning for the farmers market, its a great thing to do on a Sat. morning, get a cup of coffee at Blue Bottle, eat at one of the vendor stands or one of the many places inside the plaza.
My favorite classics for the last two decades-
Zuni Cafe- have not been for a while. beside Chez Panisse, Zuni is one of the places to put California Cuisine on the map.
Swans oyster Depot - they close at 5:00
Lunch and Line, if you go on the earlier side its better around 11:30 AM, Classic SF place, best crab and shrimp cocktails, or salads, oysters and Anchor Steam beer
1517 Polk St
(between California St & Sacramento St)
San Francisco, CA 94109
Neighborhood: Nob Hill
(415) 673-1101
I have many many more, you can have them email me for more suggestions better knowing their budgets and types of food they like. Also, side trips around the Bay Area so many beautiful places to see. lorijj2000@yahoo.com. Make sure they put from Chowhound in the subject box.
Best Southern, Soul Food in Jackson, Miss or near Jackson
These are perfect. I love how the menu is set up at The Dinner Bell you just don't see that. The Country Store looks great.
Thank you so much...looks like I will be gaining 10 pounds on this trip.
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Country Store Restaurant
3974 Highway 278 E, Tillar, AR 71670
Best Southern, Soul Food in Jackson, Miss or near Jackson
Thank you. Walker's is on my list and now intrigued by Brent's just because the last time I ate a Drugs store soda fountain style was when I was a very young kid in the 70's.
Best Southern, Soul Food in Jackson, Miss or near Jackson
Thanks for the heads up and I assumed so having been in Jackson many years ago.
Best Southern, Soul Food in Jackson, Miss or near Jackson
Clarkafella these blogs are great and I quit enjoy reading food blog especially when it comes to the local flavor. I would of never been able to find these, thanks for the local insight much appreciated.
Best Southern, Soul Food in Jackson, Miss or near Jackson
Littleman good Southern food is non existent in San Francisco that is why I want to experience it while I am in Jackson. I am staying at my aunts house and I will have a car so venturing out will be fun and easy to do so.
That is one very thoughtful list you posted and I thank you very much. I am especially thankful for the bbq suggestions another thing we lack in most of California.
Thanks again!
