346394 Tue Nov 28 19:10:46 -0800 2006 14 1 San Francisco Bay Area 0 2053105 My boyfriend recently moved to northbeach and I would love to find out some good restaurants in the area. Since I'll be visiting a lot from NYC, would love to find a great little italian restaurant and also a sushi restaurant, but I'm a lover of all foods, so any favorites would be welcomed, regardless of cuisine!....thanks in advance for any suggestions! Tue Nov 28 19:10:46 -0800 2006 20811 amarie 1 2053142 http://www.chowhound.com/topics/42358 http://www.chowhound.com/topics/330205 Tue Nov 28 19:20:02 -0800 2006 2053105 11369 Robert Lauriston 1 2053225 Thanks so much- these two posts are incredibly helpful! I have to narrow down one of these for a late dinner on Friday (my plane arrives at 9:30) and one for a late lunch on Sunday. Any opinions? Tue Nov 28 19:41:52 -0800 2006 2053105 20811 amarie 2 2053243 Where will you be staying exactly? After a long plane ride and with three hours time change a short walk would probably be a plus. Rose Pistola is very pleasant for a late lunch but I think the kitchen's closed from 4pm to 5:30. Tue Nov 28 19:48:32 -0800 2006 2053225 11369 Robert Lauriston 1 2053366 I agree- It looks I will be staying on Union near Hyde/Leavenworth... Tue Nov 28 20:20:21 -0800 2006 2053105 20811 amarie 2 2053415 Okoze Sushi's right around there, open till 11. Unfortunately even on Friday most restaurants close at 10:30 or earlier, that really narrows down the selection. Tue Nov 28 20:33:20 -0800 2006 2053366 11369 Robert Lauriston 1 2053431 I was afraid of that. I guess I will shoot for Okoze on Friday night if I make it in time and Rose Pistola for Sunday- are there any dishes you recommend?? Thanks again! Tue Nov 28 20:37:02 -0800 2006 2053105 20811 amarie 2 2055607 How are you gettting from the airport to the city? If your boyfriend's picking you up, there are numerous places open late on the way in. Oola's open till 1am. Wed Nov 29 16:56:58 -0800 2006 2053431 11369 Robert Lauriston 3 2058936 I think I'm taking a cab in unfortunately. Now, with the weather forecast in NYC, I'm worried that I won't even get in on time! :( I think he may just have to order some good takeout for me and heat it up...I guess I'll have to shoot for Sunday for my wonderful meal! Thu Nov 30 18:25:13 -0800 2006 2055607 20811 amarie 1 2053612 Have you considered House? http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11344537 Tue Nov 28 21:22:46 -0800 2006 2053105 13093 Maya 1 2053724 Union near Hyde? I'd try Zarzuela. Possibly the best tapas in the City. Very home cooked feel to the food, i.e., not over salted or oily as with many tapas places. One of my favorite places in the City - minus the parking hassle. http://sanfrancisco.menupages.com/restaurantDetails.asp?areaId=20&restaurantId=14674 Tue Nov 28 21:54:05 -0800 2006 2053105 27275 ML8000 2 2053868 Luella's also nearby, but they both close too early. Tue Nov 28 22:34:40 -0800 2006 2053724 11369 Robert Lauriston 3 2054445 I think Zarzuela closes at 10 p.m. which is reasonably late. Wed Nov 29 02:29:08 -0800 2006 2053868 27275 ML8000 4 2055598 She's not getting to SFO until 9:30. Wed Nov 29 16:53:27 -0800 2006 2054445 11369 Robert Lauriston 1 2054537 If you don't mind a short cab ride there are a couple of options in the Marina-Cafe Maritime and Brazenhead are both open late and would be good options for Friday night. Wed Nov 29 03:05:25 -0800 2006 2053105 17452 tvham