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Il Pollaio is renown in the North Beach neighborhood for its famous chicken, but it also serves a bevy of traditional Italian dishes. The most popular menu item is the combination salad and half chicken, but entrée choices also include Italian sausages, hamburger, pork chops, lamb chops, and rib-eye steak. Rabbit will periodically make an appearance on the menu, but call ahead to confirm, as it is not a daily item. Side dishes include soup, steak cut french fries, roasted peppers, potatoes, marinated eggplant, tomato & onion salad, and three bean salad. Should you find yourself on Columbus Ave in …

Golden Kim Tar in the Tenderloin District offer guest a cozy, casual atmosphere serving authentic Chinese cuisine. The chefs cooked up an eclectic menu that guests can enjoy like Mongolian Beef, Mandarin Spicy Eggplant with Shrimp, and Mango Prawns. Guests can sit in their indoor dining hall and enjoy Golden Kim's spectacular dishes or order to-go service for a night at home. In addition, Golden Kim offer delivery service to most of the town in the downtown SF. Indulge in Golden Kim authentic cuisine and their friendly, prompt service.

On a budget and need something fulfilling? Emperor’s Kitchen is the answer for people that are light in the wallet and want to have a full belly. Located on Larkin St, Emperor’s Kitchen serves Chinese cuisine and Dim Sum. Emperor’s Kitchen offers a Happy Hour special that surprisingly makes their original affordable prices much more affordable for customers.

A stones throw from Fisherman's Wharf, Pergamino is the ideal place to visit to indulge on great breakfast and brunch options. From the outside it looks like a normal SF townhouse, yet nestled at the bottom floor is Pergamino which adds a cozy and homey feel to its atmosphere. The chefs create delicious breakfast and brunch options like homemade waffle, veggie omelets, and sourdough French toast. They also have a self service coffee station offering a vast collection of flavors.

In the mid 1980’s, East Coast transplants from Boston and New York wanted to do show much they loved East Coast pizza and allow West Coasters taste what they have been missing out. Thus, these guys create Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria, providing authentic East Coast pizza with quality ingredients, convenient service, and a northeast distinct taste. Amici’s creates authentic east coast pizza by only cooking their pies in traditional, Italian brick oven, bringing in new costumers to taste east coast pizza slices and reeling back old ones.

Best of Thai Noodle started off as a member of the chain restaurant King of Thai Noodle. However in a couple of months, branched off to explore their own unique style and menu and they did. Now, Best of Thai Noodle serves over 50 dishes of delicious Thai cuisine to hungry guest every day. Open for lunch and dinner, guests can enjoy Best of Thai Noodle after or before shopping Haight Ashbury’s eclectic boutiques. Known for closing late, Best of Thai is great late night spot to head to after a night of fun and laughs with friends. Indoor seating …

At Blue Front Café, the cooks prepare the freshest Mediterranean cuisine in the Haight Ashbury district. Their menu has a wide selection of Mediterranean dishes like Gyros combination plate and Falafels. In addition, Blue Front Café has an assortment of other choices. Pick from their selection of classic sandwiches and wraps if you’re not in the mood for Mediterranean cuisine. Open for breakfast, Blue Front is the great place for get your morning fix before work or on your day off. Indoor seating only, Blue Front has a quaint atmosphere with open seating.

Bruno’s Pizzeria Cucina on Fillmore creates tasty Italian entrees utilizing the freshest ingredients. Bruno’s uncanny flavor mixers on their specialty pizzas create experience that other pizzerias can’t mimic; their Bourbon Street Special pizza uses grilled chicken breast, Cajun sausage, roasted red peppers, and black olives to allow guest to have a New Orleans experience in pizza form. Bruno’s dining hall is filled with images of jazz geniuses like Miles Davis and Etta Jones. Their red walls work in well with their jazz portraits and add a slight charm to its establishment. Bruno’s Bar is filled with wines from floor to …

Specializing on Breakfast and Brunch, Caffe Union on Union Street creates delicious American cuisine that guest love and enjoy. Breakfast served all day, Caffe Union offer traditional dishes like 3 eggs made your way, crispy bacon, and hot toast. In addition, Caffe Union has specialty entrees like Eggs Juno and Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce. Enjoy Caffe Union indoor seating with walls filled with local art, or people watch while having brunch on their outdoor patio.

Dragon Well aspires to offer local residents authentic Chinese food in a healthy and delicious manner. Made with fresh raw ingredients, Dragon Well’s cuisine is not your typical grease-laden Chinese food many of us have sadly come to expect. Try the Spring Rolls- stuffed with shitake mushrooms, bamboo shoots, carrots, cabbage, and rice noodles. Or the Won Ton Noodle Soup served with prawns, chicken, mushrooms, carrots, spinach, scallions and noodles. Intimate and close, this neighborhood restaurant brings all the flavor and taste of traditional food with the added bonus of not feeling guilty when your culinary adventure is finished.

Some bars are neighborhood stalwarts, some are mainstays, and a few are even institutions. But how many can consider themselves to be local legends? Harry’s Bar in the Fillmore District can certainly put in a claim on that. For over thirty-five years this beautiful establishment has created fine food and drink for Fillmore residents and the citizens of San Francisco at large. Boasting Bottomless Bellinis for brunch on Saturday and Sunday and a comfortably welcoming atmosphere, Harry’s is the place to be to watch the game, meet your friends, or make new ones.

There is one word to describe Hobson’s Choice: rumtastic. Actually, there are two words: punch bowls. If you put them all together, there are three words to describe Hobson’s: rumtastic punch bowls. Hobson’s Choice claims to have the largest selection of rum available in any bar in the country, and one look at the back of this bar will confirm it. Swing in and grab one of their signature cocktails or grab an entire bowl of punch for you and your friends. Comfortable seating in this Victorian-inspired bar will have you wondering what took you so long to choose Hobson’s.

Judy's Cafe is a homestyle cooking restaurant that serves up great breakfast, brunch, and lunch options, using only the highest quality ingredients. Each entree is packed generously with delicious creations that will challenge even the greatest of hearty eaters. Judy's creates a cozy atmosphere that guest can relax on sunny weekend morning. Ample indoor and outdoor seating for weary guests looking for a place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.

La Boulange is a recreation of Authentic French-styled bakeries located all around San Francisco. By taking the French traditions of their mother bakery on Pine Street and mixing that by offering a location that serves brunch and lunch, La Boulange creates a authentic, warm and welcoming environment that guests can get lost in their whimsical French atmosphere. The chefs at each location delicious sandwiches, burgers, salads, and brunch options offered throughout the day. In addition to their already vast selctions, La Boulange monthly dishes and sweets that utilizes seasonal ingredients in and around the San Francisco area.

La Boulange is a recreation of Authentic French-styled bakeries located all around San Francisco. By taking the French traditions of their mother bakery on Pine Street and mixing that by offering a location that serves brunch and lunch, La Boulange creates a authentic, warm and welcoming environment that guests can get lost in their whimsical French atmosphere. The chefs at each location delicious sandwiches, burgers, salads, and brunch options offered throughout the day. In addition to their already vast selctions, La Boulange monthly dishes and sweets that utilizes seasonal ingredients in and around the San Francisco area.

Ottimista Enoteca-Cafe brings the Italian wine bar tradition mixed in with authentic Italian-inspired cuisine to San Francisco's Cow Hollow Neighborhood. Featuring a wine list that frequently rotates around 35-40 wine selections, Ottimisita is an ideal location for all wine enthusiast in the world. In addition, Ottimista has an assortment of family style dishes, ranging from pastas and pizzas to bruschette that all pairs well with one of their local or international wines. Ottimista Enoteca-Cafe creates a wine and dine experience that guests should not skip out on.

For those looking for drop in casual dining with all of the classic café features, the Sea Lion Café in Fisherman’s Wharf is the perfect fit. Located on the famous Pier 39, this café is known for its incredible panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz Island, and the Golden Gate Bridge. It offers daily specials and a variety of menu options from soups, salads, sandwiches, and burgers. Those in the mood for fresh seafood will delight in their charbroiled salmon, fried shrimp, crab, and lobster options. Also notable is their full bar, wine menu, and signature clam chowder …

77 Chinese Cuisine & Hawaiian BBQ is a great place to grab a quick, affordable meal. Located in the Financial District, 77 Chinese Cuisine offers a simple array of choices that for under $10, your stomach will be easily satisfied with Hawaiian and Chinese cuisine. Walking distance from all the local business, 77 Chinese Cuisine is a great place to grab a quick lunch.

Located in the Mission District, Alhamra serves Indian and Pakistani cuisine for an affordable price. Alhamra specialize in curry that comes in many different types. The most popular choice is the Chicken Tikka Masala; barbecued boneless chicken thigh in creamy masala sauce. Also, Alhamra serves an array of vegetarian dishes that are prepared with fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices. In addition to their vast curry selection, Alhamra serves authentic nan bread and Tandoori.

Among all the bars in North Beach, Amante is one of the best kept secret. Amante serves inexpensive dinner options for you to share with your friends like freshly caught oysters and dishes like Tiger’s Milk Ceviche that has a tasty arrangement of seafood. In addition, a popular choice at Amante is their Fried Chicken; battered with brined butter milk and deep fried to a crisp. Along with their delicious side dishes, Amante offers delicious handcrafted cocktails that are one-of-a-kind creations that are alone served at Amante.