8.9.10

Georges - sounds good, tastes mediocre. Ate: Clams with Puttanesca Sauce (we ordered mussels in a white wine broth but this is what we got - it was pretty spicy but with a nice tomato-y flavor), Fish and Chips (the fish was moist but the battered outer shell was very oily, and not crunchy at all, as if they had fried it the day before and then microwaved it briefly right before bringing it out),
"True" cod tacos (the same fish as in the fish and chips, but this time it was at least served with a tangy red cabbage slaw), and the grilled halibut sandwich with arugula, roasted red pepper, and wasabi mayonnaise (good). Sorry Georges, it wasn't terrible it just wasn't worth going back for.

8.6.10

I have been stalking a new restaurant that I pass on my way to work ever since the illuminated Au(which stands for gold on the periodic table) sign appeared. Through my sleuthing (yesterday as I passed by there was a pile of boxes outside and I peeked at the side of one of them which read "sentinel") I have discovered the new takeout nook is Dennis Leary's (owner of Cantine and The Sentinel) latest venture, Golden West. It will serve as a bakery supplying his two pre-existing restaurants as well as offering new lunch items. Looking forward to it. For EaterSF's article about the soon-to-open Golden West click here.

It turns out that Dennis Leary also has another new venture in the works, he just bought the old saloon next to the Sentinel, for more click here.

7.14.10

For Bastille Day we attempted to go to Beldin Place to take in the festivities in the "French Quarter" but as they were charging a $10 cover to 'get in' we decided to forgo the fête and headed to North Beach. Having passed by the newly opened Comstock Saloon on the bus many times we decided to test the waters for ourself.We didn't sample the food, although the menu looked nice -elevated pub grub like bone marrow pot pie and maple bourbon pudding. The drinks were impeccable and the service charming. I had the South Side, a gin-based cocktail with lime, sugar, mint and seltzer.
Comstock is furnished with funky vintage pieces, there is an old-fashioned crank fan,and I think I might have even seen a waiter with a watch fob. In spite of the somewhat kitschy look the place isn't overly trendy-fied and the bartenders are down to earth and happy to chat - they might even tell you what their personal favorite drink is (the Sazerac - rye, sugar, Peychaud's and absinthe). Overall the place was captivating and a welcome escape from the FiDi two blocks away.

6.18.10

Schroeder's Restaurant