[FairfieldLife] Re: Talking About Food in SF
Yep, SF food rocks. Oddly enough, some of the best shrimp tempura I've ever had is available at the Stonestown Mall in the food court. Go Warriors! --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, John jr_esq@... wrote: I decided to have lunch at my favorite bar in SF (Tommy's Joynt) for lunch today to eat lamb shanks, served with a sour dough bun, potatoes and gravy. From another patron, I heard that a Persian restaurant on the same avenue served the same dish, which I haven't visited yet. I ordered my favorite beer, Sierra Nevada, and the dish was delicious as always. Also, I was watching the Warriors play the San Antonio Spurs play on TV. But the local team was behind while I was watching the game. After eating, I headed to my car and realized that the day was too nice and sunny to go home. So, I decided to go to Fishermen's Wharf for a stroll and mingle with the tourist crowd. While I was there, I bought a sour dough baguette at Boudin's Bakery, along with a brownie cake, a bottle of dipping oil, pesto cheese and pasta sauce. Then I checked in at Pompei's Grotto restaurant to have another bottle of beer and catch up on the basketball game. The Warriors were able to tie up the game by regulation time. And, they eventually won the game during the overtime. After the game, I walked by the Aquatic Park to see the crowd near the beach. Two hardy souls were swimming laps in the freezing water of the SF Bay. A gentle breeze was blowing and the children were playing on the sand on a nice sunny afternoon. Overall, it was a beautiful day.
[FairfieldLife] Re: Talking About Food in SF
Dr. D, Yep, I've been there too. I usually eat at the Olive Garden Restaurant, where they have one of the best spaghetti and meatballs in town. Also, you should try the food court at the Serramonte Shopping Center. Their cuisine is international ranging from Italian to Filipino. JR --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, doctordumbass@... no_reply@... wrote: Yep, SF food rocks. Oddly enough, some of the best shrimp tempura I've ever had is available at the Stonestown Mall in the food court. Go Warriors! --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, John jr_esq@ wrote: I decided to have lunch at my favorite bar in SF (Tommy's Joynt) for lunch today to eat lamb shanks, served with a sour dough bun, potatoes and gravy. From another patron, I heard that a Persian restaurant on the same avenue served the same dish, which I haven't visited yet. I ordered my favorite beer, Sierra Nevada, and the dish was delicious as always. Also, I was watching the Warriors play the San Antonio Spurs play on TV. But the local team was behind while I was watching the game. After eating, I headed to my car and realized that the day was too nice and sunny to go home. So, I decided to go to Fishermen's Wharf for a stroll and mingle with the tourist crowd. While I was there, I bought a sour dough baguette at Boudin's Bakery, along with a brownie cake, a bottle of dipping oil, pesto cheese and pasta sauce. Then I checked in at Pompei's Grotto restaurant to have another bottle of beer and catch up on the basketball game. The Warriors were able to tie up the game by regulation time. And, they eventually won the game during the overtime. After the game, I walked by the Aquatic Park to see the crowd near the beach. Two hardy souls were swimming laps in the freezing water of the SF Bay. A gentle breeze was blowing and the children were playing on the sand on a nice sunny afternoon. Overall, it was a beautiful day.
[FairfieldLife] Re: Talking About Food in SF
Share, I'll keep the group updated of the food cuisine here in SF as I find them. I usually celebrate for this feast on Sundays. JR --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, Share Long sharelong60@... wrote: I'm laughing with delight John because I love reading and or talking about wonderful meals that people have enjoyed. I think it's because my diet is pretty restricted for health reasons. I even, at the restaurant on Saturday night, asked the waitress if they had bread pudding, which they did. Then I didn't order any! My Dad and step Mom probably put another check in the looney column! But I say, vicarious desserts are better than none. I also did laps yesterday. In my sister's and brother in law's pool. Heated! They have a big beautiful back yard that sits on top of a little ridge that overlooks a golf course. I actually got a little spacey gazing at the blue blue sky and green, lush trees. The spirited political discussions with my nephews helped ground me. We had grilled chicken which my sister had marinated so that it was tasty and juicy. She also made broccolini which was yummy. I tried to sneakily eat the Larabar I had brought with me but my sister caught me. I think she now gets how serious I am about being gluten free and sugar free. Glad you had such a nice day too. From: John jr_esq@... To: FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, May 13, 2013 1:54 AM Subject: [FairfieldLife] Talking About Food in SF  I decided to have lunch at my favorite bar in SF (Tommy's Joynt) for lunch today to eat lamb shanks, served with a sour dough bun, potatoes and gravy. From another patron, I heard that a Persian restaurant on the same avenue served the same dish, which I haven't visited yet. I ordered my favorite beer, Sierra Nevada, and the dish was delicious as always. Also, I was watching the Warriors play the San Antonio Spurs play on TV. But the local team was behind while I was watching the game. After eating, I headed to my car and realized that the day was too nice and sunny to go home. So, I decided to go to Fishermen's Wharf for a stroll and mingle with the tourist crowd. While I was there, I bought a sour dough baguette at Boudin's Bakery, along with a brownie cake, a bottle of dipping oil, pesto cheese and pasta sauce. Then I checked in at Pompei's Grotto restaurant to have another bottle of beer and catch up on the basketball game. The Warriors were able to tie up the game by regulation time. And, they eventually won the game during the overtime. After the game, I walked by the Aquatic Park to see the crowd near the beach. Two hardy souls were swimming laps in the freezing water of the SF Bay. A gentle breeze was blowing and the children were playing on the sand on a nice sunny afternoon. Overall, it was a beautiful day.
[FairfieldLife] Re: Talking About Food in SF
Thanks, I'll keep that one in mind - I ate at Fisherman's Wharf, too, about a month ago, also on a great day in the City. I think it was Aliotto's - the fish was perfect. Even the food at the Zoo was good the other day, despite the somewhat jarring appearance, after leaving, of the old Doggy Diner mascot's head, on a pole, *in the middle of Sloat*, about two blocks up from the beach. --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, John jr_esq@... wrote: Dr. D, Yep, I've been there too. I usually eat at the Olive Garden Restaurant, where they have one of the best spaghetti and meatballs in town. Also, you should try the food court at the Serramonte Shopping Center. Their cuisine is international ranging from Italian to Filipino. JR --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, doctordumbass@ no_reply@ wrote: Yep, SF food rocks. Oddly enough, some of the best shrimp tempura I've ever had is available at the Stonestown Mall in the food court. Go Warriors! --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, John jr_esq@ wrote: I decided to have lunch at my favorite bar in SF (Tommy's Joynt) for lunch today to eat lamb shanks, served with a sour dough bun, potatoes and gravy. From another patron, I heard that a Persian restaurant on the same avenue served the same dish, which I haven't visited yet. I ordered my favorite beer, Sierra Nevada, and the dish was delicious as always. Also, I was watching the Warriors play the San Antonio Spurs play on TV. But the local team was behind while I was watching the game. After eating, I headed to my car and realized that the day was too nice and sunny to go home. So, I decided to go to Fishermen's Wharf for a stroll and mingle with the tourist crowd. While I was there, I bought a sour dough baguette at Boudin's Bakery, along with a brownie cake, a bottle of dipping oil, pesto cheese and pasta sauce. Then I checked in at Pompei's Grotto restaurant to have another bottle of beer and catch up on the basketball game. The Warriors were able to tie up the game by regulation time. And, they eventually won the game during the overtime. After the game, I walked by the Aquatic Park to see the crowd near the beach. Two hardy souls were swimming laps in the freezing water of the SF Bay. A gentle breeze was blowing and the children were playing on the sand on a nice sunny afternoon. Overall, it was a beautiful day.
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Olive Garden? That takes your rep as a food critic down a couple notches. Ever try the spaghetti and meatballs at Carrows? :-D A couple miles south of me is the Zen Restaurant which is a Chinese restaurant with the typical Chinese cuisine but with a little different spin. Meals come with a side of stir fried vegetables. However my comparison of Chinese restaurants is judged from the Tai Tung in the International District in Seattle. I'm sure their are comparable restaurants in SF's China town. On 05/13/2013 08:38 AM, John wrote: Dr. D, Yep, I've been there too. I usually eat at the Olive Garden Restaurant, where they have one of the best spaghetti and meatballs in town. Also, you should try the food court at the Serramonte Shopping Center. Their cuisine is international ranging from Italian to Filipino. JR --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, doctordumbass@... no_reply@... wrote: Yep, SF food rocks. Oddly enough, some of the best shrimp tempura I've ever had is available at the Stonestown Mall in the food court. Go Warriors! --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, John jr_esq@ wrote: I decided to have lunch at my favorite bar in SF (Tommy's Joynt) for lunch today to eat lamb shanks, served with a sour dough bun, potatoes and gravy. From another patron, I heard that a Persian restaurant on the same avenue served the same dish, which I haven't visited yet. I ordered my favorite beer, Sierra Nevada, and the dish was delicious as always. Also, I was watching the Warriors play the San Antonio Spurs play on TV. But the local team was behind while I was watching the game. After eating, I headed to my car and realized that the day was too nice and sunny to go home. So, I decided to go to Fishermen's Wharf for a stroll and mingle with the tourist crowd. While I was there, I bought a sour dough baguette at Boudin's Bakery, along with a brownie cake, a bottle of dipping oil, pesto cheese and pasta sauce. Then I checked in at Pompei's Grotto restaurant to have another bottle of beer and catch up on the basketball game. The Warriors were able to tie up the game by regulation time. And, they eventually won the game during the overtime. After the game, I walked by the Aquatic Park to see the crowd near the beach. Two hardy souls were swimming laps in the freezing water of the SF Bay. A gentle breeze was blowing and the children were playing on the sand on a nice sunny afternoon. Overall, it was a beautiful day.
[FairfieldLife] Re: Talking About Food in SF
Dr. D, Doggy Diner? That brings back the old days when I was in high school/college. Chili dogs and guys with the funny hats. :) Oh, if you like the retro-motif on restaurants I noticed yesterday that there's a Lori's Diner at the Ghirardelli Square. You should try that one out and let us know how you like it. I'd probably check it out one of these nights for a bite. JR --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, doctordumbass@... no_reply@... wrote: Thanks, I'll keep that one in mind - I ate at Fisherman's Wharf, too, about a month ago, also on a great day in the City. I think it was Aliotto's - the fish was perfect. Even the food at the Zoo was good the other day, despite the somewhat jarring appearance, after leaving, of the old Doggy Diner mascot's head, on a pole, *in the middle of Sloat*, about two blocks up from the beach. --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, John jr_esq@ wrote: Dr. D, Yep, I've been there too. I usually eat at the Olive Garden Restaurant, where they have one of the best spaghetti and meatballs in town. Also, you should try the food court at the Serramonte Shopping Center. Their cuisine is international ranging from Italian to Filipino. JR --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, doctordumbass@ no_reply@ wrote: Yep, SF food rocks. Oddly enough, some of the best shrimp tempura I've ever had is available at the Stonestown Mall in the food court. Go Warriors! --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, John jr_esq@ wrote: I decided to have lunch at my favorite bar in SF (Tommy's Joynt) for lunch today to eat lamb shanks, served with a sour dough bun, potatoes and gravy. From another patron, I heard that a Persian restaurant on the same avenue served the same dish, which I haven't visited yet. I ordered my favorite beer, Sierra Nevada, and the dish was delicious as always. Also, I was watching the Warriors play the San Antonio Spurs play on TV. But the local team was behind while I was watching the game. After eating, I headed to my car and realized that the day was too nice and sunny to go home. So, I decided to go to Fishermen's Wharf for a stroll and mingle with the tourist crowd. While I was there, I bought a sour dough baguette at Boudin's Bakery, along with a brownie cake, a bottle of dipping oil, pesto cheese and pasta sauce. Then I checked in at Pompei's Grotto restaurant to have another bottle of beer and catch up on the basketball game. The Warriors were able to tie up the game by regulation time. And, they eventually won the game during the overtime. After the game, I walked by the Aquatic Park to see the crowd near the beach. Two hardy souls were swimming laps in the freezing water of the SF Bay. A gentle breeze was blowing and the children were playing on the sand on a nice sunny afternoon. Overall, it was a beautiful day.
[FairfieldLife] Re: Talking About Food in SF
Bhairitu, I don't believe there's a Carrows restaurant here in SF. As I remember, there is one near the airport in Oakland, CA. But I haven't been there recently. And the Tai Tung in Seattle, WA. That sounds familiar. I've probably eaten there when I was living in the city. It doesn't seem that long ago. But that's about nine years ago when I left the Northwest to return back here in the Bay Area. Nonetheless, I'll never forget Pike's Place Market. That was a favorite place for me for lunch and office get-togethers. On the filming of Clueless in Seattle, I believe they shot one of the scenes at the Athenian Restaurant. JR --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, Bhairitu noozguru@... wrote: Olive Garden? That takes your rep as a food critic down a couple notches. Ever try the spaghetti and meatballs at Carrows? :-D A couple miles south of me is the Zen Restaurant which is a Chinese restaurant with the typical Chinese cuisine but with a little different spin. Meals come with a side of stir fried vegetables. However my comparison of Chinese restaurants is judged from the Tai Tung in the International District in Seattle. I'm sure their are comparable restaurants in SF's China town. On 05/13/2013 08:38 AM, John wrote: Dr. D, Yep, I've been there too. I usually eat at the Olive Garden Restaurant, where they have one of the best spaghetti and meatballs in town. Also, you should try the food court at the Serramonte Shopping Center. Their cuisine is international ranging from Italian to Filipino. JR --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, doctordumbass@ no_reply@ wrote: Yep, SF food rocks. Oddly enough, some of the best shrimp tempura I've ever had is available at the Stonestown Mall in the food court. Go Warriors! --- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, John jr_esq@ wrote: I decided to have lunch at my favorite bar in SF (Tommy's Joynt) for lunch today to eat lamb shanks, served with a sour dough bun, potatoes and gravy. From another patron, I heard that a Persian restaurant on the same avenue served the same dish, which I haven't visited yet. I ordered my favorite beer, Sierra Nevada, and the dish was delicious as always. Also, I was watching the Warriors play the San Antonio Spurs play on TV. But the local team was behind while I was watching the game. After eating, I headed to my car and realized that the day was too nice and sunny to go home. So, I decided to go to Fishermen's Wharf for a stroll and mingle with the tourist crowd. While I was there, I bought a sour dough baguette at Boudin's Bakery, along with a brownie cake, a bottle of dipping oil, pesto cheese and pasta sauce. Then I checked in at Pompei's Grotto restaurant to have another bottle of beer and catch up on the basketball game. The Warriors were able to tie up the game by regulation time. And, they eventually won the game during the overtime. After the game, I walked by the Aquatic Park to see the crowd near the beach. Two hardy souls were swimming laps in the freezing water of the SF Bay. A gentle breeze was blowing and the children were playing on the sand on a nice sunny afternoon. Overall, it was a beautiful day.
[FairfieldLife] Re: Talking About Food in SF
--- In FairfieldLife@yahoogroups.com, Bhairitu noozguru@... wrote: On 05/13/2013 09:21 AM, Bhairitu wrote: On 05/12/2013 11:54 PM, John wrote: I decided to have lunch at my favorite bar in SF (Tommy's Joynt) for lunch today to eat lamb shanks, served with a sour dough bun, potatoes and gravy. From another patron, I heard that a Persian restaurant on the same avenue served the same dish, which I haven't visited yet. I ordered my favorite beer, Sierra Nevada, and the dish was delicious as always. Also, I was watching the Warriors play the San Antonio Spurs play on TV. But the local team was behind while I was watching the game. After eating, I headed to my car and realized that the day was too nice and sunny to go home. So, I decided to go to Fishermen's Wharf for a stroll and mingle with the tourist crowd. While I was there, I bought a sour dough baguette at Boudin's Bakery, along with a brownie cake, a bottle of dipping oil, pesto cheese and pasta sauce. Then I checked in at Pompei's Grotto restaurant to have another bottle of beer and catch up on the basketball game. The Warriors were able to tie up the game by regulation time. And, they eventually won the game during the overtime. After the game, I walked by the Aquatic Park to see the crowd near the beach. Two hardy souls were swimming laps in the freezing water of the SF Bay. A gentle breeze was blowing and the children were playing on the sand on a nice sunny afternoon. Overall, it was a beautiful day. I like SF but living a mere 30 minutes away (obviously not during commute times) rarely go there. I was there last year for a couple hours of the Game Developer's Conference and may have to come into the city this week for a business meeting during Google IO. BART is a joke and only worth taking on the weekend when you can actually park at the BART stations (during the week you have to have paid for parking there and have a sticker). So one has to drive and the Bay Bridge is now turning out of to be a joke. It was scheduled to open Labor Day weekend but they've discovered a lot of bad bolts in this, the world's most expensive bridge. This bridge should have been finished over 10 years ago probably even by 1995. But Bay Area politicians being what they are had to have a landmark not something just utilitarian. So they squabbled over the bridge design as the cost of doing one inflated. Last year when I parked near Moscone Center where the event was being held my parking bill for two hours was $28. The bridge toll itself being outside of rush hour was only $3. Actually I was tempted two weeks ago to drive over to the nearby BART station and take BART to attend the Whole Life Expo. Is Tommy's that place on Geary across from the St. something hotel? The place that carves meat and turkey right off the bone? Great place and have eaten there. Thing is we have great restaurants over here in the East Bay, some set up by SF refugees. There is a trattoria, Mange Bene, that is my pride to take guests to a mere two miles away. Everyone raves about their experience there including my nephew who has been to Italy. It was the Cathedral Hill Hotel (demolished now I think) and here's Tommy's web site. If those prices are current it's cheaper to eat there than it is at a restaurant on Main Street here. http://www.tommysjoynt.com/ Of course there used to be a lot of Hof Braus in the Bay Area. The original comfort food places. Good research! Yes, those prices are current. If you stop by there, one of the bartender's name is Jose, whose been there for many years. It's also a good place to practice your Spanish since the staff are mostly Hispanics.
