Discussion of Firms and Life in SF/SV

[Sidd Finch]

Originally posted by NotFromHere
Yes, Kokkari is overpriced, but I believe money was not the issue. Speaking of overpriced, there's the Boulevard which gets all the good reviews.

I personally don't think Kokkari is particularly good. I don't like to go there even if I'm not paying for it.

In contrast, I really like Boulevard, and would even go there on my own dime (though that's not usually how).

Ah, well. Different strokes yadda yadda ya.

[NotFromHere]

Originally posted by Sidd Finch
I personally don't think Kokkari is particularly good. I don't like to go there even if I'm not paying for it.

In contrast, I really like Boulevard, and would even go there on my own dime (though that's not usually how).

Ah, well. Different strokes yadda yadda ya.

Yeah, you're right. It's not the best Greek food I've had, but I wasn't paying. The quality of the food was good but the spicing could be jacked up a bit more. That said, there are worse places to go in this city (e.g. Postrio).

And I haven't really seen much in the way of ethnic (outside of Chinese, or Italian)

[Atticus Grinch]

Originally posted by Sidd Finch
In contrast, I really like Boulevard, and would even go there on my own dime (though that's not usually how).

Concur. Also, with regard to Tadich's, I regard that place as being only one step above the places on Fisherman's Wharf where they'll sell you the Boston clam chowder in the hollowed-out sourdough loaf.

[Sexual Harassment Panda]

Originally posted by Sidd Finch
In contrast, I really like Boulevard, and would even go there on my own dime (though that's not usually how).

Also concur. And Danko is completely overpriced.

For French-Viet, Slanted Door (100 Brennan). If you're near Sausalito, Sushi-Ran. If you're daring, Roxanne's in Larchmont.

[SlaveNoMore]

Sexual Harassment Panda
Also concur. And Danko is completely overpriced.

For French-Viet, Slanted Door (100 Brennan). If you're near Sausalito, Sushi-Ran. If you're daring, Roxanne's in Larchmont.

Danko is outright cheap if you are used to paying NYC prices.

Slanted Door was quite good. I hear they're moving. Again.

I'm a big fan of Sushi Groove South.

Chapeau is an out of the way fantastic spot - but we're getting off the client tab train a bit.

[idle acts]

You got me - my affection for taditch is more about sentiment than quality of food.

Originally posted by Atticus Grinch Concur. Also, with regard to Tadich's, I regard that place as being only one step above the places on Fisherman's Wharf where they'll sell you the Boston clam chowder in the hollowed-out sourdough loaf.

[Tyrone Slothrop]

Originally posted by Sidd Finch
Helmand on Broadway is one of my favorite restaurants. Afghan food, so a bit unusual.

Watch out for the tourists there. They don't know how to handle their wine, and make a mess.

[Tyrone Slothrop]

Anyone been to Jeanty at Jack's? I'm looking for a place to go this weekend.

[Sidd Finch]

Originally posted by Tyrone_Slothrop
Watch out for the tourists there. They don't know how to handle their wine, and make a mess.

They also tend to like their guests pickled.

[Sidd Finch]

Originally posted by Tyrone_Slothrop
Anyone been to Jeanty at Jack's? I'm looking for a place to go this weekend.

Yes. It's very good. Avoid the cassoulet, not because it doesn't taste wonderful but because it violates the Madden Rule (never eat more than you can lift).

[sgtclub]

Originally posted by Tyrone_Slothrop
Anyone been to Jeanty at Jack's? I'm looking for a place to go this weekend.

Been there for lunch. Food is very good, though a bit heavy for my tastes. Atmosphere can best be described as splendid.

[Atticus Grinch]

Originally posted by idle acts
You got me - my affection for taditch is more about sentiment than quality of food.

I think that's probably true for most of the patrons.

[NotFromHere]

Originally posted by Atticus Grinch
I think that's probably true for most of the patrons.

So what exactly is the attraction? That it's old?
I was given a recommendation to go there by a long time SFer but have put it off since his last rec (Izzy's) was crap.

[fufu]

The House at Grant and Columbus.

[SillyconLawyer]

Tadich's has a great old time atmosphere and waiters who, from all appearances, have worked there since it opened. The food is not inventive but the quality of the fish is good. If you stick to simple preparations you can have a very good meal.

I have been to Jeanty at Jack's a few times and definitely liked it and it has nice atmosphere.

I am not sure why one poster knocked Postrio; I was there a few months ago and had a truly amazing meal (adimittedly the bill was dazzling also).

SL