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Pizzetta 211Pizzetta 211




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I have to say this is one of the best pizzerias in the San Francisco.

Seats about 20 or so, small neighborhood pizzeria joint.  A Handful menu list, which is rotated weekly, dishing up only the best and using only the freshest ingredients.

It is absolute perfection thin; crisp, but not too crisp and dummy savory that it doesn't really need all those delicious toppings although they are a great addition. Everything they offer is extraordinary, from the appetizers all the way down to the smoothest Blue Bottle Coffee cappuccino.

Exclusive toppings make this place irresistible. Great vegetarian selections too!!

Casual, nice little date spot.

Keep your eyes peeled, blink and you'll miss it, but maybe that's what makes it a hidden little gem.

Recommended by Taro

 

Pizzetta 211

211 23rd Ave
(Between California St & Clement St)
San Francisco, CA 94121
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond
http://www.pizzetta211.com




Shiki Bistro

This place is really gorgeous. The atmosphere is wonderful with a very chic yet modern decor, with an Asian twist!  The ambiance is very relaxing and makes me feel like on vacation.

The menu has a lot of choices of fusion Sushi and Sashimi. Each dish has its own unique style and flavor. They really get creative with the plate presentation and I appreciate that. The prices are surprisingly reasonable.

Shiki is very successful. At this bad economic time, they open their fourth location in San Carlos.

Recommended by Mike


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Shiki Bistro

825 Laurel St, San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 593-2275
www.shikirestaurants.com

Hours:
Mon-Fri 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Mon-Thu 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Fri 5 p.m. - 10 p.m
Sat 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.



Sudachi
             Sudachi Sushi & Korean BBQ Restaurant


Tuna Tartar

1217 Roll

Baked Mussels on half shell

Spicy Tuna Chips

What the heck Roll

Kryptini Soju Cocktail

Spicy Tuna Burger

Quesadilla (shrimp katsu)

My friends and I wanted to go someplace where we could still drink. It's supposed to be a new, hip Japanese joint complete with a bar. Sudachi is a good place for a casual date or a dinner with friends! Some of the drinks at the bar are exclusive. Especially shochu cocktails. The drink deals are amazing as well. Everything looked fantastic and there were extreme amount of choices. Also they have many spicy dishes and I love them! Delivery is also available.


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sudachi

1217 Sutter St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 931-6951
http://www.sudachisushisf.com


yakitori kokko





Finally a Yakitori place in San Mateo!
The food is excellent, great drink menu that compliments the food offerings, and an efficient and friendly service.

I haven't tried all of the skewers yet, but the ones I tried were incredible!

Here are SOME of my favorites:
Taramo Salad (Potato salad mixed with spicy cod roe.)
Shishito (Japanese green pepper)
Duck skewer with red wine sauce.
Sunazuri (Chicken gizzard)
Butabara (Pork Belly)
Nankotsu Karaage (Deep fried cartilage)

Why Ochobon likes Yakitori KOKKO:
So close to my place! (Oops! This might not interest those who live outside of Peninsula…)
Great smoky binchotan charcoal flavor on skewer items!
Non-Yakitori choices are also yummy!
They have Iichiko!!
Reasonably priced!


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Yakitori KOKKO
509 2nd Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650)401-7008

Tue-Sat: 6:00p.m. - 11:30p.m.
Sun: 5:30p.m. - 11:00p.m.


Daikon Salad

Kimo

Beef Tongue

Kawa Ponzu



Karaage

Taramo Salad

Warabi Mochi

Sunazuri




Tai (Sea beam) Sashimi

Kumamoto Oyster

Assorted Sashimi

Tako (Octopus) Sashimi

Ikura Mizore Ae

Seafood Horaku Yaki
(Egg Custard)

Assorted Tempura

Kakiage

Buta Kakuni

Simmered Assorted
Seasonal Vegetable

The only kappou style restaurant in San Francisco!

Their menu is unique. First, you pick one material and  then choose how to cook; such as sashimi, nimono, yakimono and so on.

We were amazed on how good everything was.

The presentation was really nice and everything  was really tasty.

Seeing is believing!   Let's try!

5524 Geary Boulevard
(between 19th Ave & 20th Ave)
San Francisco, CA 94121
(415) 221-5353


Clam Miso Soup, rice and pickles

Home-made Japanese sweets and Matcha



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BIg Eye Garlic Tataki
Assorted Sushi
Ishiyaki Rib Eye
Bento Box

Fuki Sushi has a great atmosphere (nice décor, comfortable seats and quiet environment) and the staff is very helpful, polite and pleasant.

Not only do they have such a diverse menu, but they also have a lot of special menus as well. They also have so many selections of wine and premium sake.

The food is tasty and well-presented. The sushi is awesome. The fish is fresh and it is so tasty.

I was very impressed with the Big Eye Garlic Tataki (fried renkon chip with seared big eye in a garlic ponzu sauce) and Ishiyaki dishes such as the Rib Eye or Wagyu.

A private room is perfect for a business meal.


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address:
4119 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
tel:   (650) 494-9383

http://www.yelp.com/biz/fuki-sushi-palo-alto
http://fukisushi.com


sebo




When I walked into Sebo, the ambiance of the restaurant gave me an impression of a very stylish “casual dining.” It made me think, “Hayes Street has really changed!” Sebo’s sushi menu consists mainly of nigiri instead of rolls and the portions were perfect for one bite and the fish were so fresh.

It was a very nice surprise when I heard the owners’ names, Michael and Daniel. (I was expecting Japanese owners with Japanese chefs!)

The way they present the sushi dishes have a similarity to sushi restaurants in New York City.

Their wonderful selection of sake is also a huge plus. Orion beer is the only beer on the menu and this shows the owners’ love for Okinawa. In my opinion, Japanese beer is the best!

Not only the good sushi, but you can get variety at Sebo. On Sundays, they serve Izakaya menu. So if you don’t feel like having sushi, but have a craving for some good Japanese food, go to Sebo on Sundays!

address:
517 Hayes St.,
San Francisco, CA 94102 
tel: (415) 864-2122

http://www.yelp.com/biz/sebo-san-francisco
http://sebosf.com






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rumble fish
Secret Hot Spot!

My "osusume"(recommended) hidden hot spot is "rumble fish" in San Francisco.
The best way of finding out is just try it. Just for your information, here is my favorite;

  • Hirame Carpaccio : Halibut Carpaccio
  • Rumble Fish Gratin : Gratin with seafood such as Uni (sea urchin)
  • Hirame Crunchy Roll : just try it!!!
  • Organic Spring Salad : I want a recipe of this dressing!
  • and a great selection of Sake!


address:

200 23rd st. San Francisco, CA 94121
tel: (415) 876-3474
http://www.yelp.com/biz/rumble-fish-san-francisco