Cheese slice – Arinell Pizza

Posted on October 1, 2011 by vicentesf

Thin crust, New York style, neapolitan cheese slice. Simple and delicious! $2.25
Arinell Pizza, San Francisco

I’ve found out that people either LOVE Arinell Pizza or they think that it’s overrated. I’m in the former group. Perhaps it’s because it reminds me of grad school, but I think that it’s just plain tasty! I prefer the classic neapolitan slice over their thick Sicilian slice. The crust is thin, crispy, and has a nice chewy bite. The marinara is quite flavorful and although the cheese can get a bit greasy, I think it just adds to the flavor – lol! The pizzas are parbaked, sliced to order, and reheated with your choice of toppings. Plop down in front of their small window counter and enjoy!

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Boston clam chowder – Anchor Oyster Bar

Posted on September 27, 2011 by vicentesf

Boston clam chowder Anchor Oyster Bar
A mouth watering cup of one of the best clam chowders in San Francisco! Cup $4.25
Anchor Oyster Bar, San Francisco

This creamy Boston clam chowder has such amazing flavor! It’s not too thick, nor is it too runny. What I love about this chowder is it’s simplicity – the ingredients are the stars. You can taste all the vegetables, the clams, and the cream. Anchor Oyster Bar has always served straightforward food made with amazing ingredients. And I think that’s the key to their success. It’s a small restaurant and there’s always a wait for their delicious seafood, but don’t get discouraged, the tables somehow turn quickly.

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Boston clam chowder - Anchor Oyster Bar
March 14, 2015. Bowl $6.50

Sourdough bread Anchor Oyster Bar
There’s a bowl of cute oyster cracker bags on every table for the chowder, but you can also get a large chunk of delicious, crusty sour dough bread with pats of Dairygold butter. How cute! $1.95

Salted caramel ice cream – Bi-Rite Creamery

Posted on September 14, 2011 by vicentesf

Luscious, salted caramel ice cream – arguably their most popular flavor! Kid size scoop, $2.50
Bi-Rite Creamery, San Francisco

I have to admit that Bi-Rite is my favorite ice cream in San Francisco (with Three Twins a close second). They have great flavors, but I think it’s the consistency that does it for me. Other creameries have ice cream that are too milky or too airy. Bi-Rite’s is right in the middle – which is perfect for me! The pic doesn’t do the ice cream justice since I took it after the melting point. They make the ice cream in small batches using Straus Family dairy and other local and organic ingredients whenever possible. Their tiny storefront near Dolores Park has a line around the corner whenever it’s warm and sunny, but it’s worth the wait!

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Xiao long bao – Shanghai Dumpling King

Posted on September 12, 2011 by vicentesf

Steamed soup dumplings with a pork filling atop a napa cabbage leaf. $5.50
Shanghai Dumpling King, San Francisco

These dumplings were SO delicious! I only ripped one or two while trying to eat them with chopsticks so I was particularly proud of myself. When I first had these, I wondered how they got the soup inside the dumplings. Apparently, the dumplings are made with a pork filling and a gelatin aspic. The aspic melts into a “soup” when the dumplings are steamed – genius! These are very fun to eat and Shanghai Dumpling King’s are some of the best in San Francisco.

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Xiao long bao - Shanghai Dumpling King
November 17, 2013. So I guess they’re not using the napa cabbage on the bottom anymore. That’s a shame.

Porchetta sandwich – Roli Roti

Posted on September 7, 2011 by vicentesf

Tender slices of slow rotisserie roasted pork on an Acme roll with caramelized onions, arugula, and herb sea salt.
Roli Roti Gourmet Rotisserie, San Francisco

Can you say fatty, salty, tasty, tender, amazing, deliciousness!? I’m in love with this sandwich. And apparently, so is everyone else if the long lunch line at the Ferry Building food stand is any indication. Roli Roti rotisserie roasts the porchetta right out of their cart/truck, and it’s mesmerizing to watch the beautiful fat drip down the stacked spits.

After slicing the pork, they soak up all the delicious juices left on the cutting board with a split Acme roll before piling on the meat, onions and arugula. They make sure to add pieces of the crispy skin for good measure. What results is heaven in a to-go bag! Count me in!

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Secret breakfast ice cream – Humphry Slocombe

Posted on August 26, 2011 by vicentesf

Luscious bourbon ice cream with corn flakes mixed in!
Humphry Slocombe, San Francisco

Yes, puh-lease!!! This secret breakfast isn’t much of a secret in San Francisco. It has made most foodie lists as a must-eat. Several restaurants in the city have it on their dessert menus, and the upstairs coffee shop at the SF MoMA also serves it in an affogato. Popular, indeed! When Ben & Jerry’s introduced Jimmy Fallon’s “Late Night Snack” flavor, a Fair Trade vanilla bean ice cream with a salty caramel swirl and fudge covered potato chip clusters, it caused some controversy among local ice cream fans. Drama, lol!

Of the flavors I’ve tried at Humphry Slocombe, Secret Breakfast is still my favorite. Their ice cream is denser and milkier than those at other creameries, so it’s very rich and filling. I must admit that I’ve had some REALLY waxy ice cream at Humphry Slocombe, so my overall feeling of the place remains mixed.

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Morning bun – Tartine Bakery

Posted on August 17, 2011 by vicentesf

This large, warm creation is a perennial favorite among Tartine Bakery patrons where they have sheets of it waiting in their display case. The crust is perfectly flaky and buttery with a wonderful scent and flavor of oranges. The caramelized sugar on top (or bottom depending on how you eat it) adds a chewy texture and a pop of sweetness to this perfect breakfast treat! $3.75
Tartine Bakery, San Francisco

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Throw in a cafe au lait, and you have a perfect morning. $2.75

Seascape Strawberry – Scream Sorbet

Posted on August 15, 2011 by vicentesf

Wholesome sorbet with just 2 ingredients! Rodriguez Ranch organic Seascape strawberries and sugar. Petite cup $3
Scream Sorbet, San FranciscoThe deep, almost neon-y color of this sorbet was absolutely beautiful, and the strawberry flavor was rich and spectacular! What wasn’t so great was the price. I ordered a $3 petite cup and it was definitely PETITE! The pic looks deceiving, but the amount of sorbet in this tiny cup was about a large spoonful. Don’t get me wrong, I buy organic and enjoy living a healthy lifestyle but I draw the line at spending $3 on a spoonful of sorbet. I’m glad I tasted Scream Sorbet but next time I’ll buy a cup of fresh, organic strawberries instead.

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Kung pao pastrami – Mission Chinese Food

Posted on August 5, 2011 by vicentesf

Kung pao pastrami Mission Chinese Food
Tender pastrami with explosive chilies, celery, potato, green onions, roasted peanuts, and garnished with sesame seeds. $11
Mission Chinese Food, San Francisco

This dish is even hotter than their Ma Po Tofu! Perhaps it’s all the dried chili flakes that practically coat every piece in the dish. But it is VERY delicious. It has a wonderful smokiness and the variety in textures is absolutely fabulous. Another go-to dish of mine from Mission Chinese Food.

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Kung pao pastrami - Mission Chinese Food
February 1, 2014
You can really see how this dish has changed since my original post. Personally, I liked the original.

Ma po tofu – Mission Chinese Food

Posted on August 5, 2011 by vicentesf

Ground Kurobuta pork shoulder, fresh tofu, Szechuan peppercorns, jalapenos, dried red chili pepper, chili oil, green onions, cloves, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Mission Chinese Food, San Francisco CA

This has to be one of my favorite Chinese delivery dishes of all time! It’s super spicy with all the jalapenos, dried red chilies, and even more chili oil but the pain in my mouth is worth every delicious bite. I’m thankful that it comes with steamed rice, not only for the cooling effect but also to soak up all that mouth watering sauce.

7×7 Magazine’s The Big Eat San Francisco: 100 Things to Eat + Drink Before You Die – 2011

February 1, 2014

Coconut buns – Kings Bakery Cafe

Posted on July 27, 2011 by vicentesf

Fresh baked coconut “cocktail” buns topped with sesame seeds.
Kings Bakery Cafe, San Francisco

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Category Archives: 7×7 Big Eat SF

Cheese slice – Arinell Pizza

Boston clam chowder – Anchor Oyster Bar

Salted caramel ice cream – Bi-Rite Creamery

Xiao long bao – Shanghai Dumpling King

Porchetta sandwich – Roli Roti

Secret breakfast ice cream – Humphry Slocombe

Morning bun – Tartine Bakery

Seascape Strawberry – Scream Sorbet

Kung pao pastrami – Mission Chinese Food

Ma po tofu – Mission Chinese Food

Coconut buns – Kings Bakery Cafe