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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on August 1, 2022

   overall3food5service4ambience4

   Returned here for the 2nd year to celebrate my birthday. Food was spot on fantastic, fresh, delicious, & perfectly prepared. However, we found some aspects disappointing this year. 1st, $17.00 for a cold appetizer made of 2 oz ball of fresh cheese, 1/4 of a peach, & some arugula is highway robbery! A seasoned server would have listed the prices of the daily specials along with the descriptions; but it's on us for not thinking to ask! Nearly fell outta my chair when I saw that on the bill!!😱😱 Lesson learned! Do yourself the favor of saving your $$ & skipping this item! 2nd, While their kitchen used to be far more flexible with dietary-driven changes & substitutions, this time was far harder to get the same. Only when realizing the potential loss of a $40 sale did they find a way to change out a veggie option for a different veggie option! I mean... really?!?! I know supplies are tight, but is it REALLY all that hard to sub out broccalinni for arugula?!?!😱😱😱 Anyway... And 3rd, while here for a past birthday dinner and offered a complimentary dessert item of choice, no such offer was mentioned this time. True, they were sold out of the best dessert item they have (banana pudding❣❣), but they could have offered another item instead. This IS why we go out to celebrate special occasions, for the moments of "making a big deal" outta events; ESPECIALLY when we've been unable to do so with big groups for now the *3rd* year running! And for an $80.00 meal you'd think a birthday dessert would be a given! Oh well.... We'll probably go back eventually because we like the food. But it'll be a while again before we do, because the disappointment for the cost isn't the value we need.

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   JoshC

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on July 31, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   I was pleasantly surprised - admittedly I did not research the menu. Based on the name I assumed it was a BBQ spot - I was very happy to find out it was fusion! I definitely recommend this spot. The food was very tasty and the service was fun and efficient.

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   Corina

   Los Angeles

   8 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on July 30, 2022

   overall3food3service3ambience4

   The corn was amazing! Everything else wasn’t great, the meat and ribs were served a bit cold, took a very long time and the flavor wasn’t quite there. Ambiance was cute, great structure.

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   Samurai6

   San Francisco

   450 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   450 reviews

   Dined on July 24, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   On the south end of Park St in Alameda, this funky BBQ joint is good enough for me because of the ice cold Sapporo draft on tap. There is an Izakaya element to the menu, their Chicken Lickin’ tots is the best Japanese style yardbird karaage I’ve had in a awhile. Enough to share for two, the marination is evident and pairs well with the Japanese style potato salad. Their burger is also very juicy and seasoned, no extra sauces necessary. Next time with an entourage, will definitely try their chicken and pork BBQ which looked incredibly appetizing slowly grilling on the rotisserie behind the counter. Service by dude named Tod was pretty cool but dining solo, would have preferred a young gal in a maid’s outfit………

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on July 17, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delicious fresh food with wonderful flavors. Great service and so pleasant.

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   RobertN

   Portland

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on July 17, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience3

   Good food. Good service. 2 out of the 3 entrees we ordered were good.

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   AbbeK

   San Francisco

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on July 15, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Lunch First time going and had the beet salad added chicken. Was very good. Had the chicken appetizer also tasty. Prices seemed pricey for entrees.

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   calala1

   San Francisco

   27 reviews

   4.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on July 11, 2022

   overall4food5service4ambience3

   3 of us all enjoyed the chicken salad and the corn fritters; they have a great selection of food and a pretty good selection of beer and wine

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   rufshod

   San Francisco

   1 review

   vip
   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on July 9, 2022

   overall4food4service3ambience3

   Everything well prepared, easy to share. Good balance of rich and light. Meats excellent. Service leisurely, seemed to be a "green" server, but pleasant.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience3

    The food was very good. What irritated me was the service. I realize it’s difficult to get adequate help these days. But at this price point, I expect better. First off, the waiter forgot to write one of our meals down so three of us got our meals and then the fourth waited while he put her order in. We were all half finished by the time hers came. There were still appies left and we each gave her a taste of ours while she waited but still, he “forgot” to write hers down? Uh, I believe that’s his job. Strike one. Then he never came by during dinner to refill or be attentive in any way. Strike two. Then when I did flag down a waitress at a table next to us and put in a dessert order, he came by to take the order and, once again, couldn’t either remember 4 desserts, 2 of which were the same, or couldn’t be bothered to write them down. Strike three. Now, in a fast casual place for $15 bucks a head, I’m not gonna complain at all but this place is not that. I paid $155 for our meals. One cocktail, one soda, two appies, three sandios, a bbq plate and 4 desserts was $155. Plus tax and tip, that’s $200. That ain’t cheap. With even adequate service, I’d be giving these guys a higher rating because, although the chairs outside on the patio are beastly to sit in for over an hour, the food was very good. What I’m saying is for this kinda money, I expect attentive service and adequate seating. I’m willing to spend more even, no need to twist my arm, as long as I’m comfortable and well attended. Upsell me, please. I’ll pay for a good time. I’m just thinking twice about doing it here again.

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    guest

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    The food is all so good — definitely worth the drive to Alameda!

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    SarahC

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We love Spinning Bones soooo much. Always delicious, with new additions to the menu. Great wine. Kid friendly but still has top notch food. and service is lovely. It's one of our forever favorites.

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13. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience4

    Food is not that great for the price. This is my second time dining here. Underwhelmed

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    HildaM

    Central Coast

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and great service. The Caesar Salad was the best.

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    DonB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The potato salad was weirdly bland but no points off because everything else was outstanding. Unique spin a several of the dishes and garnishes. Will certainly be back.

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    SarahJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience4

    Really great and innovative menu and extremely generous portion sizes. I have been for dinner and brunch and good experience both times. Lots of nice outdoor seating!

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    RonM

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We started with the chips and dip … such a simple thing, but it was finger licking good dip! It was an artichoke dip tonight- they change it up - and oh my we enjoyed it. We shared the Prime Rib and a side of cauliflower. The meat was done perfectly. So tender, we cut it with the regular knife, and flavorful. The twice backed potato it came with was great. The Au Jus and horseradish sauce were amazingly as well. Lauren, Mike and team do a great job!

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    Type0

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Christian was are waiter and very nice. Food was really good. Portions were pretty large...lot of food. We sat outside which was really nice.

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    Gastronaut

    San Francisco

    78 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall1food1service3ambience2

    Ordered their steak and thought it was pretty skimpy for the price. As we were leaving, noticed the next table with the same order had more than twice the amount of meat than mine did. Not cool.

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    FrancineL

    Yosemite

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Fun place to eat. We all loved the appetizers, sides and desserts. Several people felt the entrees were too salty. Worth a try.

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    MiguelB

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    Food is really good and potion size is satisfying.

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    neighborhoodgem

    San Francisco

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A neighborhood Gem!! Outstanding food and drinks!! My friends were impressed!!

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    MathewH

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    First time there and it was amazing. Great food and service. Will be back.

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    krwalsh

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    This place is great. The outside seating is really good, and despite the non-descript store front, the food is excellent. Three Little Pigs is my favorite, the cauliflower is so good, and the pickles are so spicy!

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Every dish was incredible. We tried most of the meats on the menu!

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    carmenP

    San Francisco

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    I had the Fried Chicken Sandwich, which was very good... seasoned well, crispy and generous. The potato salad was not what I am used to, so didn't like it, but ordered the fries, which were very good.

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great fusion dining experience. Nice atmosphere outside and in.

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    thegardeningbar

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience3

    The burger was delicious but I wish they had pickles. The service was great however all our food came out lukewarm and pretty salty. I wish they had more acid to cut the saltiness of the food. We showed up at lunch time almost at opening maybe it was an off day or maybe we got leftovers from the night before but food should be hot. We order their 3 little pigs and everything was barely warm. My son had their bento chicken box and the rice was so hard it wasn’t edible. He only ate the cucumber since the chicken was really dry and didn’t have a sauce. We know it wasn’t the wait staff that let our food sit and get cold it was the prep. We sat inside and watch our food being prepared, they weren’t busy and the food took a really long time to heat up, it should have been hot. Again burger was very tasty and it was hot.

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    VictoriaK

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    I had the Fried Chicken Sando. It was OK. If they had French fries as the side rather than the potato salad, it would have been a better combo.

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    NetteD

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were looking for a place to eat, near the airport, and to wait out traffic. We went on a Wednesday, late afternoon and scheduled a reservation, but arrived earlier than expected. They were very accommodating and allowed us not to wait till our scheduled time. The food we selected was great and portions were the right size. Definitely will go back.

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    AgnesC

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful neighborhood spot with terrific food and friendly staff

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    GraceK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great food, very tasty, the chicken nuggets appetizer, the best, all main courses are superb! We always love to eat here and order to go, a little pricey but it’s worth it! Not to mention, service is always on top, this is the only restaurant that asked if you have any allergies. The chocolate cake dessert is to die for.

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    JessicaM

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3

    Food was delicious. Bacon edamame, chips and dip and the peppered beef! Yum Not a fancy establishment. The prices are a little high for such a laid back establishment though.

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    Nominati

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Table for three, we started with the chicken liver paté (AKA chopped liver), VERY good. We each had a different meat plate, Double Dutch, St. Louis Ribs, and Black Pepper Beef. They were all super tender and really delicious. The portions are surprisingly big--not coming out hungry from there. We ordered a side, the slaw, which was OK but a bit watery, and also, I didn't realize that the Pepper Beef already comes with the slaw, which the waiter could have mentioned. I'd order a different side next time. But overall, had a really good time with some very tasty food.

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall5food5service1ambience3

    Loved the food, but our server was not very attentive.

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    Nimo

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience2

    The service here is great! I've been here a couple of times for the burger, meats, and restaurant week special. My favorite thing here is the burger with fries. It's delicious, high-quality, and the fries are amazing. The meats are tasty but don't stand out as much as the price tag.

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    erynr

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Everything was good I will definitely return! The meats were super tender and tasty and all of the sides were fresh and flavorful.

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantanstic food! Defly will come back again and try other things on the menu

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    OakHillfolks

    San Francisco

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Interesting menu with a different take on rotisserie style food. Great service and well-balanced wine list.

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    DianeK

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great food & service

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