Excellent ceviche selection, nice presentation, laid-back vibe, friendly staff. The menu also…read moreincludes traditional, Mexican food, and a nice brunch menu..

Looking back on it now, it's kind of funny how I was somewhat hesitant to try Franco's Latin Table…read morethe first time my buddy suggested meeting up here. However, in my defense, he only referred to this place as "that Peruvian joint in West Portal" and I was still under the impression this was still Fresca's, which I had been underwhelmed by. However, once I realized they weren't one in the same, I definitely felt a bit more excited, especially given his strong recommendation. Although, it should be said that Franco's actually isn't all that different, though, it's definitely better! Inside, a lot about this place looks the same as when it was Fresca's - both good and bad. While the restaurant's decor and feel is still just as relaxed and cozy, it's also rather dated and worn, as evidenced by the strips of tape holding the booth cushions together. As for the menu, it's pretty similar as well, though, not as exclusively Peruvian, which isn't a bad thing. While the bulk of it is still made up of classic Peruvian dishes, like ceviches, empanadas, lomo saltado, and causas, it also has items like tostadas, pupusas, and birria tacos that originate from other Latin cuisines. Regardless of where they're from, though, there's no shortage of enticing options to choose from! -- EMPANADAS DE VEGETALES - Portobello Mushrooms, Chocio, Quinoa, Onions, and Bell Peppers Stewed in Aji Amarillo Cream Sauce...$12 I only tried a bit of this one, but it was really good. The empanada was golden brown and not at all doughy while the filling was so flavorful. I really like how there was a fair amount of mushrooms in it and the rest of the veggies weren't overcooked/mealy. -- YUCA FRITA with Aji Verde...$8 Funny enough, eating this reminded me that I should really get this more often! The batter was thin yet crispy and I liked how they tasted slightly earthy (in a good way). Plus, despite being a bit dense, they also had a nice sort of creaminess. -- BIRRIA TACOS - Slowly Stewed Beef with Dried Chiles and Spices, Melted Cheese, Cilantro, and a side of Consomme...$22 Not that I expected it to be bad, but it was a lot tastier than I thought it was going to be. Each taco was crispy, loaded with with tender chunks of beef, and had so much gooey cheese in them. Plus, while it wasn't even needed, the consomme was rich, tangy, and smoky - so good! -- TOTOPOS CON CHILE - Homemade Tortilla Chips Tossed in a Chile de Arbol Salsa Topped With Cojita Cheese, Crema, and Lime...$9 This essentially felt like eating the chips and salsa in a chilaquiles, but better. The chile de arbol salsa was super flavorful and I loved how crunchy the chips were, even towards the bottom. I just wish this had a bit more crema and cojita cheese in it. -- CHICHARON DE POLLO - Crispy Fried Chicken, Aji Amarillo, Salsa Criolla, and Five Spice Mayo...$12 I was cautiously optimistic for this dish, but, thankfully, it turned out great! The batter on the chicken wasn't too heavy and the meat itself was moist (not juicy, but moist). Plus, I lreally liked the pickled onions and the mayo dipping sauce, too. -- PESCADO & PAPAS - "Fish & Chips" Hand dipped in "Cuzquena" Beer Batter, Coleslaw, Handcut French Fries, and Huacatay Tartar Sauce...$24 I've had this twice and while it was great the first time, it was closer to "okay" the second. Both times, the fries were fine (a bit potato-y) and the fish itself was good, but this last time, while the batter was crispy on the outside, it was rather wet and soggy on the inside. -- ARROZ CON MARISCOS - Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Calamari, Scallops, and Fish with Aji Panca Rice, Cilantro, Green Peas, Peppers, and Salsa Criolla...$32 They may not have paella like how Fresca did, but no matter - this is actually better. The rice was really soft and I love how it soaked up all of the seafood flavors in the dish. The chunks of salmon, mussels, and scallops were probably my favorites, but all of the seafood was fresh. Beyond the food, the service here has been mostly fine, other than one minor hiccup. Every time, the workers have all been friendly and I appreciate how they have been more than happy to answer any of the questions we've had. However, there was one time where one of the servers tried to take away our Totopos Con Chile even though we still had a few pieces left of it. Also, there was a stretch during our meal where it felt like we had been forgotten about, but, to be fair, I imagine it was more due to them trying to sort out what the large party next to us had ordered than anything else. Even though my more recent experience with their Pescado & Papas may not have gone nearly as well as the first, it doesn't change the fact that the vast majority of everything else I've tried has been more than solid. Given that as well as how I'm curious to try their brunch menu and some of their other offerings, it's more than a safe bet that I'll be coming back to Franco's again sooner rather than later!

We celebrated my daughter's surprise 40th birthday at Lolinda with a party of 14 after our…read morecupcake-decorating workshop. Our theme was "Dress in the City," where Emily in Paris meets Martha Stewart, and Lolinda was the perfect place to continue the celebration. Communication with Cortney was excellent from the beginning. She was helpful, attentive, and created a special menu that matched our theme beautifully. We were seated on the mezzanine, which gave us a wonderful atmosphere and made our large party feel comfortable and special. The food was absolutely amazing, and everyone enjoyed it. The entire evening was beautiful, lively, and memorable. Thank you to Cortney and the Lolinda team for helping us make my daughter's birthday so special.

We came here to celebrate our anniversary and to try their Happy Hour in addition to their regular…read moremenu. We were not disappointed. First let me give a shout out to our server Mindy. She was super attentive and made the dinner special. Thank you Mindy! And thank you Lolinda for the complimentary glasses of Champagne, so nice and unexpected. Note if you wish to try the happy hour it is limited to seating in the bar area which was fine with us. We started with (from Happy Hour menu) Cocktails 1 Bees Knees and 4 Penicillin (I had 3 and wife had 1) Suffice it to say we liked the drinks. Beef tartare and toasted bread, beef was luscious! Empanadas beef and chicken were hecka good. we wanted to bring some home but they don't allow take away from happy hour menu Mushroom empanada yep this was good too Dipping sauces were excellent Dinner Asada Mixto. Meats, peppers, potatoes, bread and chimichuri sauce. Excellent combination of flavors and textures. The grilled peppers and potatoes were soft with nice charred flavor. Two types of sausages with crisp casing and great flavor fillings. Could have used a bit more meat but the flavors were great. Outstanding bread served with this dish and with beef tartar Rescoldo, Eggplant, pepper and onion, Served room temp spread over toast Dessert Burnt Basque cheesecake with poached peaches. To die for!!! Beautiful interior warm and rustic. Open kitchen in the back but you can't see them easily from the tables. There's a long bar height table centered in the bar area for large groups. With several bar height tables along the wall and normal tables and booths in the main dining area. For the most part there is street parking but good luck finding a space. We took Uber so that we could have some drinks.

This is my absolute favorite place to grab some legit pupusa's! They have a bunch of different…read moreoptions in case you want something other than pupusas. I've had the opportunity to try the chicken soup and the carne asada plate that is also delicious! A minor tip, call in advance, it takes about 20 mins for pick up. Enjoy!

Food here is so tasty! Great cooks in this place. Pupusas…read moreand other Salvadoran food is great! A whole in the wall in outer SF. I often pick up, they close early at 7pm.

I tried to search for the right word to describe this place, and words that came to mind included…read moredelicious, interesting, and innovative. But the right word really is enchanting. This is one of the best meals I have had in years. Everything was just perfect, from the drinks, to the service, to the dishes. The space is elegant and seductive. You could go here on a first date, or for a birthday party, and since it is open late, you could go here with a romantic interest if you wanted to see where things might go at the end of the night over a few margaritas or sangrias and guac. Special thank you to chef and owner Johnny for offering Caribbean food options that were accessible for vegetarians. And for creating a space so thoughtfully and elegantly that you will feel good for getting dressed up and going out for the night. Everything was really filling, but there were so many options that I know I'll need to come back to try more of the menu. The drinks were also exceptional, and the weight staff is charming, you feel like you're at home in an upscale environment. I truly think that this is one of the great spots in San Francisco, and it is currently totally under the radar for what it is. We came here after a night out of the theater, looking for a sexy dinner vibe. We found that and more.

Fun happy hour, and a festive ambiance that can't be beat. The drinks were great, especially my…read morewell-prepared espresso martini. That said, the food could use some seasoning! We had the yuca fries, chips and salsa, and one other dish I can't quite recall but that had potatoes involved. Kick up the seasoning and it'll easily be a five-star review.

I've been coming to Pollo Supremo for as long as I can remember, and it continues to be one of my…read morefavorite spots. The food is consistently good, the service is always friendly, and the staff does a great job making customers feel welcome. Their chicken is always flavorful, juicy, and cooked perfectly. No matter how many times I come here, the quality never seems to change, which is one of the reasons I keep coming back. Just a heads up, they do get pretty busy on weekends, so be prepared for a bit of a wait. During the week, though, it's usually much easier to find seating, and if you're ordering to go, the wait is generally pretty quick.

Ordered their 3 piece chicken meal with the tortillas & salsa sauce for sides. The plastic…read morecontainers for the salsa sauce were not even taped up. All the covers popped open causing a mess with the orders inside the plastic bag & soaking the orders as well. Please seal the sauces properly.

Very good food - went to watch World Cup game Colombia bs Switzerland / still going on 2 1/2 hours…read more- Go Colombia. Very tasty churrasco salvadoreno with skirt steak, shrimp, casamiento, cabbage salad, and tortillas. proportions are not big - reasonably priced at less then $20

ERL better known as Rincon should be your go-to for all occasions you want Salvadorian food. I…read moreALWAYS go for 3 things every time. Sopa de gallina india, plato guanaco, and pupusas revueltas. The soup is by far my favorite and personally no one else makes a caldo de gallina like that in the city. Whether I'm sick or had way too much fun the night before, that soup always hits the spot and brings me back to life. The best part is that when sports are in full swing, you can watch games live on the big screens. From Futbol to Football and everything in between. And everyone is so nice. It really feels like stepping into your tia's house for brunch. P.S. the Horchata is a must have.

Good food and great drinks. Service was fast and friendly, but he bathroom was very clean.read more

Great Mexican spot mission district!…read more Food was super tasty and fast. Service was phenomenal. The indoor decor is super interesting with skeletons, car doors, tires, tropics. The only thing that I would complain about is that the menu is a bit limited.

Giovanni was the best Food was great and pisco and maracuya…read morewere on point .. Go before the close and move to fresca .

This unique place is located right near Golden Gate Park with adequate parking limited to 30…read moreminutes. So eat fast. Haha no the food here needs to be savored. There is a nice selection off the main menu for Happy Hour 4-6pm. Providing an opportunity to sample one or more of the menu items as an appetizer. I chose the mussels with garlic bread, as good ones are not found easily. The portion was quite ample, and the sauce I dipped my nice crunchy garlic bread in was very flavorful, warm and delicious. I also tried the plantains which were cooked perfectly; not too mushy with a perfect char, and the sweet onions on top were also tasty. Paired with a very tangy dipping sauce. All the flavors came together well. My husband ordered the Cantina burger which he enjoyed down to the last bite. Our daughter also sampled off the smaller menu with Lomo Empanadas and the Chicharron de Pollo which she reported were both very nicely prepared. Will, our server gave us excellent recommendations which we availed ourselves of. The bill for 4 items plus the burger, a side of rice, and a ginger beer came to just under seventy dollars, which was a reasonable price. I would definitely give the food five stars, and the restaurant four as it's a long and lengthy bar with a few tables for two. The majority of the seating is in the back with two flat screens and an open kitchen. I can imagine how loud this place can get. We went at the perfect time: not a lot of customers so we received excellent individualized service from Will. I would hope to be able to return next time we visit GG Park and sample some more menu items like the Peruvian Paella which sounded very promising.

Came here with friends and the service here is nice and food is delicious. Go-tos are the Lomo…read moreSaltado and Ceviche. Located near the mission/bernal border that has a few neighborhood gems!

Hands down the best Peruvian restaurant we've been to…read more My Peruvian boyfriend said he felt like he was back in Peru. We ordered anticuchos and papa à la huancaina to start, and then ordered tallarín verde with milanesa, he ordered arroz with milanesa

Best pupusas that I've had in the city. Beans smooth and silky. Always get the cheese or cheese /…read morepork pupusas. Have not tried anything else. But what I do get is really good. Slaw not as good as I've had in other places but the pupusas make up for taste. Overall good food

Best pupusas in the game. Ive never eaten in person here but I think they have an upstairs area…read more I've always just order to go and eat them at home. I also order them to parties when I feel giving and I always get compliments for bringing this dish. Parking is not the greatest, so make sure to call if you're doing pick ups. Staff is always nice!