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This is a great find on Solana across the street from the Safeway. It’s actually quite a large space with 2 different levels and if the weather’s right, the patio.

I went around 7:00pm and was able to sit immediately at the bar overlooking the open kitchen. It was a great spot to see what everyone was ordering and it definitely drove the menu choices.

When we left though, the line was pretty long but luckily they have a great bar that is well-stocked. Their cocktail menu was quite delicious and very Latin-influenced with the various tequilas. Definitely a great place to go if you want to sit and chat with friends and just order small plates and drinks all night long.

Went there on a rainy Saturday evening so the wait was not long at all (maybe 5 minutes at the bar?). The bartenders there pour some pretty stiff drinks and the vibe of the place makes time pass pretty quickly.

The restaurant itself is not large and the tables themselves are not too big. Considering this is a small plates establishment, they serve their food on larger platters which becomes an issue when the timing of delivery isn’t there. Luckily, our waitstaff was excellent and did their best to squeeze every available inch and the second a wine glass was empty, it was removed.

All in all, the food was really amazing, the wine and liquor very fine to boot (their wine flights are a bargain!) and the service was attentive but not overbearing. A really great find and heartily recommended by this diner!

This little slice of Italian food heaven is located in the MIssion district of SF. The atmosphere inside the place is pretty energetic and while it’s loud, it’s not glaringly so. It’s advisable to call ahead for reservations as the time to wait for walk-in could be a while. If you do have to wait though, you can take a glass of wine with you outside on the benches!

Food-wise and service-wise, they are both outstanding. The food is pretty reasonably priced for SF considering the portion size and the quality you’re getting. The wine list is pretty extensive and the waitstaff is very knowledgeable when it comes to ordering “the good stuff.” I’ve got a reputation for always being on the lookout for new, good restaurants, but Delfina always keeps me coming back.

Great little restaurant nestled in the foothills of Berkeley that serves classic breakfast and lunch food. Their pumpkin pancakes are can’t-miss items. The ollalliberry jam is also something that everyone should try. It sits in a nondescript jar on the table, but it’s just pure goodness slathered on any and everything that could use a pick-me-up.

Service is great and quite endearing. The ladies there give the impression that they’ve been working there for a while and have loved their time spent there.

What a place! The decor inside is really nice and modern, definitely a step up from Vung Tau II in Milpitas. The waitstaff was very helpful in selecting dishes for us try as “house specials.” They are also very aware of when the kitchen has your food ready and when they should deliver it to your table so that you’re not overwhelmed with dishes all at once like you would be at a Chinese restaurant.