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3.9 (544 reviews)
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Ananya M.

Went here for my b day dinner (I'm vegan) and it was my second time there! they had a show and had dancers and live music which wa pretty cool! also amazing how the kitchen bar serving is all run by one man lol. the whole place is vegan and the food is no amazing it's just good. got the pasta and the lasagna (had random crunchy pieces that tasted like nuts which i didnt like), but the pasta was p good and the veggies were so yum. also for the ice cream with fudge which was amazing. def overpriced for what you get and the portion sizes are not that big lol but fun.

COMBO Organic Plant Based Veggie Grill and Spicy Bolivian Pasta  Vegan Saltena Plate
Amy G.

Hidden vegan gem in North Beach! SF really does vegan restaurants well. The combo plate was delicious, hearty, and savory - didn't feel like vegan food at all! I was absolutely stuffed afterwards. My friend had the empanadas, and said it tasted like a pot pie (in a good way). The kale chips are an absolute must try. They were crispy and cheesy and addicting. Would also come back here to try the reuben and corn taco, so curious about the raw menu! Sangria was also great and so was the mango cocktail. Very fresh but no frills at all. Just good drinks. Restaurant was quiet on a Tuesday night, just a few tables inside so it was quiet, but felt like a friendly neighborhood joint. The tables are close together, but we ended up chatting to our neighbors about the food and how we ended up choosing to eat there. Servers were very sweet as well.

Large Organic Raw Sampler
Sabrina H.

Came here from out of town on a Thursday only to find out that it was closed for a private event, which was a bummer. Got takeout the next day to try the organic raw vegan sampler and I thought that it was just OK. The Reuben and the tacos have the same filling with the pickles, tomatoes, and lettuce so they didn't really try to differentiate the flavors to the respective items. I wish there was more creativity and innovation with more dehydrated items rather than just serving me a simple salad that I could make myself. The best thing in the sampler were probably the kale chips as they had good flavoring and umami. everything else was just meh and I wonder if I ordered the wrong items. I will say that everything is really healthy so that's a plus.

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My partner and I went to this restaurant for the Valentine's Day event. The music and experience were absolutely amazing. They did traditional Latin dances and even had the crowd join in at the end. I would rate 5 stars just purely off of this. It was my first time and the show ran from 8:45 PM - 10:45 PM. The reason I rate 3 stars was first, there was a lack of clear communication about how to order food. We were given menus and were able to order drinks from it, but when we were ready to order food the server mentioned it would be buffet style. But somehow that wasn't communicated well enough and it left me confused. Next, a woman server came to us with a platter and we denied it because, again, we weren't communicated with properly about how our food was going to be served. We thought they had delivered the platter to the wrong table. The server walked away confused. My assumption in hindsight is that we'd be served a platter first. Then we'd get food from buffet and finally the dessert that they gave us at the end. Finally, we paid $167.48 for the reservation itself for two people. As you can see in the photo I provided we were charged $158.00 for the reservation and $9.48 for taxes and fees. But when we received the tab for the actual dinner we were charged $13.43 for "Taxes on Prepaid Tickets". But we were already charged $9.48 for "Taxes and Fees" when we initially booked the reservation. A mandatory gratuity was in the bill as well, which is fine. However, the gratuity mentions it's for "total amount of drinks" but also for "Prepaid tickets". So our dinner bill was $78.68. This does make it seem like we were charged three times for just the prepaid tickets themselves. Once when booking, once included in gratuity and lastly on the taxes on the dinner bill. So our experience + food ran us at $246.16. And we were still handed a tip sheet in case we wanted to give more. I usually wouldn't tip much for buffet style food since we are expected to serve ourselves and the servers were kind but nothing memorable enough to give an extra tip. Whether I'd come back is questionable. I would for the traditional dance experience but I'd stay away from the Valentines booking. Maybe on holidays they cash grab a little harder. I'd be happy to change this to a five star review if someone from the restaurant reached out and explained the pricing better to me.

Large Organic Sampler Plate
Samantha B.

Where do I start? Well first off my girlfriend and I were visiting San Francisco and what brought us to try Peña Pachamama was neither of us have tried Bolivian food and were curious and we were so excited because they're vegan so it was a cool experience to try food we haven't had before that we could also eat and enjoy without any worry that there may be animal products that aren't listed! We first tried to go on Thanksgiving day (silly mistake) because we had seen online they were open come to find out they weren't and the owner kindly told us they were having their own private family dinner but to come back the next day and so that's exactly what we did! We came back the next day and what a fun dinner experience, not only was the service great, the food was incredible and probably the best meal we had while visiting the Bay! They also had live music that was beautiful and infectious, I was bobbing my head while eating and there was belly dancing and samba and it was a great night! The owner even recognized my girlfriend and I from the night before and came over to chat and invite us back! Will definitely be coming back once we visit again, I honestly would go just for the empanadas for a quick bite if I lived there, but everything is worth a try here!

Lentil Dip with Plantain Chips
Navila H.

Owned by the couple that lives upstairs, this gem should be kept close to the chest and enjoyed with close friends only. Celebrating the Bolivian cuisine on its' menu, Pena adapts their dishes to cater to a plant based diet as well. Ambiance With live music and white table cloths, come early for amazing food, and stay for the private show and dancing. The versatility and intimacy makes the space alluring. I went with a large group and they were fully ready to smash tables together to serve our group. Service Attentive and quick paced. The staff are willing to accommodate the patrons' needs with no fuss. Food The Lentil Dip was so so so tasty! Super filling for a small dish I split with my partner. The Chicha Morada was a little to cinnamon forward and didn't have enough citrus for me. A little bummed the $7.50 16oz glass didn't satisfy. Will definitely return for those nights of North Beach debauchery. Highly recommend!

White Chocolate Vanilla Cheesecake
Neesha P.

Wow. Just WOW. My friends and I walked in to a wonderful speech by a husband to his wife. The feels were there. An intimate little restaurant with live music and dance. The food is all vegan and there are plenty of GF options. And everything is just phenomenal. Highly recommend the platter so you can try a variety. The lasagna was just a must! The horchata was also really good. Creamy and not too sweet. The brownie with ice cream is delicious! It is heavy on the coconut, but it will convert you. The founders is the restaurant were playing life music. The environment was so comfortable and inviting we got up to dance in between courses.

Reuben, BLT and Corn Taco Combo
Camille G.

This cozy vegan restaurant was such a brilliant find! Especially as its roots go for decades in the SF area. We came in right when they opened and everything we ordered was so fresh and delicious! Their customer service went above and beyond as they answered every question we had with such knowledge and grace. I loooved that they had both cooked and raw vegan dishes. The empanada was cooked to perfection and the filling was infused with so much flavor. A must get! My favorite had to be the Reuben (BLT) and Corn Taco Combo! It was a raw dish that transcended every expectation. The pumpernickel bread and sauerkraut combination left me craving more and the corn taco was sooo goood! They have live music as well which we didn't get to enjoy but we'll definitely be back!

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J L.

What a great find! Wonderful music, cocktails, and vegan food. Lots of gluten free options.

COMBO Organic Plant Based Veggie Grill and Spicy Bolivian Pasta   Comes with potatoes
Jaime T.

Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 10/5 (absolutely spectacular ambiance!!) VIBE: - live music on fridays and saturdays 8-10pm!!!! the owners predominantly play Latin music - it's so small and intimate and has become my favorite restaurant in SF - patrons are encouraged to DANCE - I'm just a huge fan and this place should be on your SF bucket list - GREAT for a date night - make a reservation if you can :) FOOD: - all plant based vegetarian/vegan - the best vegan food I've had in a long time - white chocolate vanilla cheesecake (5/5) - COMBO organic plant based veggie grill and spicy Bolivian pasta (5/5) - vegan sáltena plate (5/5)

Rachel F.

Good, unique food with a fun atmosphere! Everything is cooked with the best oils and ingredients. Even the venue itself has extensive history! We got the plantains w black beans, chefs special plate, and the burger. I was a bit underwhelmed with the plantains and black beans, but the portobello mushroom on the chefs plate was amazing! I don't know how they do it but it was so tasty. While the food was good, ultimately, it was just too expensive for what you get so I had to give 4 stars.

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this place was amazing. They had an amazing show on with dancers and live music. The saltenas was so good.

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We had a great experience in Peña Pachamama, San Francisco. Good food, service & music.

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Lapisara Eatery - Iced Ube Latte ($8.50)

Lapisara Eatery

4.6(2.1k reviews)
0.8 mi•Lower Nob Hill
•$$

We got the ube latte and iced Thai tea. The ube latte was nutty and delicious. I just wish it had…read morebeen a tad bit hotter, but I'm sure you can ask for it extra hot. The iced Thai tea was well-balanced and not overwhelmingly sweet. The chicken waffle was also good--especially the chicken itself. It was lightly battered and crisp to perfection. I do wish the waffle was more toasted since it was a bit soggy even with barely any syrup. The fruits were fresh and tasted really yummy. As for the PaNang omelette, it was delicious!! It's filled with meat and vegetables, so it's pretty hearty. The curry was so good and had just the right amount of spice. I would highly recommend the PaNang omelette. Parking was difficult since it's in the Tenderloin, but it was definitely worth it. The workers are nice, and the place is really cute.

Damnnn this place is so good. I hardly visit SF so I asked Chat for a recommendation for my…read morebirthday brunch and it recommended Lapisara and how thankful am I! I made a reservation through Yelp but it seemed like they don't really check yelp for that so I would recommend to call for a table. Luckily, we showed up 30 mins early and there was a corner table near the kitchen available for my party of 5. I had the smoked salmon toast because I'm a basic bitch but whatever it was really yummy with a nice fresh half of avocado, salmon, capers.. all the fixings. The only issue about it was the two giant patty sized slices of red onion was intense. I only ate one ring of it because that's all it needed but I guess it's better for the option of more than too little? Idk not that serious. It came with a side salad that looked undressed but whatever magical dressing they put on it.. hello I need the recipe!! Peach Bellini pitcher was yummy and the brut was acceptable. My party of 5, including 2 brunch fiends and two fabulous locals, said they all really liked the food. If I'm in the area I would definitely come again! What we ordered: Chai latte Mocha Regular latte Peach Bellini liter Smoked salmon toast Smoked salmon cruffle (croissant smashed in a waffle iron) with an added poach egg Holy Chili bomb basil omelette Thai panang omelette Meat lovers omelette The restaurant is cute with a beautiful natural light. I just wish we had a better table but again, it was acceptable. We did metered parking 2 blocks away for $6 for 2.5 hours.

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Lapisara Eatery - Indoor area of the restaurant.

Indoor area of the restaurant.

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Lapisara Burger

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Bottega - Parmigiana Di Melanzane

Bottega

4.3(1.8k reviews)
3.2 mi•Mission
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Outdoor seating
Locally owned & operated

One of my favorite spots for pasta in the city. Everything we ordered was so good that I genuinely…read moredon't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. We came for lunch on a Monday and ordered the Caesar salad, calamari, two pastas and the burrata salad, and every single dish was excellent. The pastas in particular were incredible, but even the appetizers and salads were thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. It was one of those meals where everything just worked, and there wasn't a single dish that I wouldn't happily order again. The restaurant itself is also really cute, with a warm and lively atmosphere and charming interior decor. They have outdoor seating as well, which is a nice option when the weather is good. Dinner can get especially busy on Friday nights and weekends, but the energy is part of what makes this place fun. They stay open until midnight, so later in the evening it really starts to feel like a bit of a scene. I would highly recommend Bottega for both lunch and dinner. Great food, great atmosphere and a menu where you can order pretty much anything with confidence. Definitely a spot I'd come back to again and again.

Came to Bottega for a birthday celebration! The restaurant was quite busy, but had a nice moody,…read moredimly lit ambiance inside that made it feel perfect for a dinner in SF. We ordered the calamari, salmon fettuccine, and spicy rigatoni. Everything was delicious and came in generous portion sizes. Dinner also included complimentary focaccia. The service was good and the food came out fairly quick. One thing I'll point out is that I wish the chicken added to the spicy rigatoni was more tender, as it was a little tough. Overall, a nice spot for a birthday dinner in the city.

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Insalata Di Arugula

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New Lun Ting Cafe - mixed vegetables $14

New Lun Ting Cafe

4.0(491 reviews)
0.3 mi•Chinatown
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Ahhh. The hole in the wall experience. My bf ordered pork…read morechop spaghetti and I ordered duck noddle. Service is one little lady. The food (wok hay) is on point. The taste of food id good. Pork chop tastes good. Noddle soup is delish. I cannot believe this is my first time. Impressive. I will be back!

I've been coming to this place for years when I was younger, and had not been here recently since…read moresomeone had crashed into the front a while back. Some old friends who had also come here with me when we were younger joined. I looked at the menu and was debating about getting my original pork chop over rice, but saw that they had Mongolian beef, and as a major fan, I had to try it here. Service was as you'd expect from a semi-busy Chinese restaurant, 1 person doing multiple things and getting to you as soon as they could, but the food came out quickly. We had soup and I ordered some pot stickers because somehow I was craving that too. Mongolian Beef: The flavor is there. I would have wished for a bit more spiciness in it and possibly more beef to onions/green onions ratio than at the other places I go to. On my overall Mongolian Beef Scale, I'd say overall a 6.5/10 in my books (dumplings were 8/10!) The spot itself is overall great and brings back nostalgia from when I was younger; definitely give it a try!

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House made pot stickers

New Lun Ting Cafe - Rib eye steak $27

Rib eye steak $27

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Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen - Shredded Beef Pabelln

Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen

3.9(1.8k reviews)
2.4 mi•Mission
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People have recommended Pica Pica to me for years and I never had the chance to go ... until a few…read moredays ago. For some reason, I thought this was a regular restaurant with table service, and a much larger space, but it's a somewhat narrow space and you order at the counter. I decided to try their trio sampler plate so I could get an idea of how a few of their meats were prepared and they each were in their own mini-arepa, so I thought that would be a good introduction. Unfortunately, I didn't like the arepas as much as I thought I would. I found them to be a little dry and lacking that rich corn masa flavor I was expecting. I don't know if this has to do solely with Pica Pica or if it's simply how arepas are made in general, but I came away feeling like I preferred other foods with a corn base such as tamales and pupusas. Meat-wise I had the fried chicken, the shredded beef and the asado negro. The fried chicken, to me, was not very exciting. The shredded beef was good, tasty, but the asado negro was the absolute star of it all? As far as I'm concerned, it's a most delicious cut of brisket with a sweet tomato sauce. I wish I had ordered more. The platanos or fried plantains were not like maduros that are very sweet. They're a little dry and flavorless, and the side order that I got of them for $7.50, they sure don't give you all that many. so that was a bummer for me. I also tried two flavors of what essentially are aguas frescas, the passion fruit and the mango. The passion fruit was out of this world! The mango, don't bother. It tasted like water with a powdered mix. I will definitely be back -- unfortunately, not for the arepas, but for the asado negro, either as a plate with rice & beans or in a salad.

My first arepa and cachapas experience! We came here on a Sunday around 5pm and it's empty. The…read moreplace didn't seem to have lights on when we were there and we decided it's more pleasant to get it to-go and eat at Dolores park. I liked the cachapas with pulled pork so much more than the arepa with shredded beef. The pulled pork portion was huge and very juicey and delicious! The combination of sweet corn and savory pork was incredible. It's a bit weird though there are was half an uncut avocado just sitting inside the sweet corn crepe. The salad that came was also fresh, and I enjoyed the all the sauces that came with it. The white arepa we had was dry and uninteresting. I liked the plantains and the beef fillings too but the cachapas just couldn't beat. When we asked for to-go they put it in a brown bag. They didn't include any utensils so I suggest getting them if you want to eat somewhere else.

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Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen - Some seating

Some seating

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Yucca fries

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Otra - Beef Tacos and House Margaritas

Otra

4.3(234 reviews)
2.3 mi•Lower Haight

#8Nite with Mommy!…read more Otra, On The Haight Server - Jenny, she was amazing. Help with recommendation on what to eat and drink. House Margarita - Grapefruit Salt Rim 2022 Pardas Dirty Queso- queso, guacamole, pico de gallo, cilantro, chips Pork Al Pastor Tacos- grilled pineapple, red onion, cilantro Baja Style Fish Tacos- beer battered cod, garlic-arbol aioli, slaw The deco was very nice. Walls was painted, with nice old fashion lights. A must visit.

This just wasn't the place I was hoping for…read more I am staying in San Mateo and made the drive into San Francisco tonight specifically for a great Mexican meal. I researched some potential places beforehand, and Otra was one that seemed especially promising. I walked into a nearly empty restaurant and sat at the bar. It was a Monday night, so understandably the vibe was a little less than exciting. But I didn't make the trek for the vibe. I made it for some delicious food. Some of the best reviews mentioned the carnitas tacos, so I had planned on getting those after seeing them on the online menu. But to my surprise, the menu I was given at the restaurant didn't even list carnitas tacos. Then, the bartender also told me that they did not have beef or chicken. I was pretty shocked, considering those proteins make up a significant portion of the menu. He did, however, say that they had quesabirria. Because I generally love quesabirria, that's what I went with. $14 for two is pretty normal in my experience, so the price didn't surprise me. What did surprise me was how watered down and lacking in flavor the consomé was. To me, that's the star of the dish, and without a bold, flavorful consomé, the tacos themselves really have to bring the flavor. Unfortunately, these didn't. I also ordered a frozen prickly pear margarita made with mezcal. This was pretty good if you're a mezcal person. Needless to say, I was disappointed that I made the trek into the city specifically for this restaurant and left feeling pretty underwhelmed. I had heard that Otra is closing in December, so I wanted to try it before it did. I can't imagine this is what Otra was like in its heyday, or it probably wouldn't have survived as long as it has. I wish I had been around to try it then, because based on my experience now, it just wasn't worth the trip.

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Otra - Photo 3: Bar

Photo 3: Bar

Otra - Mussels and chorizo

Mussels and chorizo

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