Questions about three places

[sandychow]

First trip to SF in June. Our minds are far from made up, but we've had strong recommendations on a few places -- somewhat eclectic, I realize, but we'll have lunch and dinner three days and are really looking for a wide range of experiences. Would really appreciate feedback on these possibilities -- and of course other suggestions! Thanks in advance . . .
Quince
The Stinking Rose
Tyler Florence's new place -- or places. I didn't realize there were two.

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Stinking Rose
325 Columbus, San Francisco, CA 94133

Tyler Florence Shop
59 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA

[mrs bacon]

Yes to Quince, a strong no to Stinking Rose, and I will defer to others regarding the Tyler Florence places, although I have heard good things from friends about Wayfare Tavern.

In lieu of Stinking Rose, perhaps Sotto Mare in North Beach for Cioppino?

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Stinking Rose
325 Columbus, San Francisco, CA 94133

Sotto Mare
552 Green St, San Francisco, CA 94133

Tyler Florence Shop
59 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA

Wayfare Tavern
558 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

[MeredithR]

Quince - yes. Stinking Rose - pass. If you want that neighborhood (North Beach), Rose Pistola is a better option.

For other great SF dinner suggestions (if you're willing to spend): Kokkari, NOPA, Flour +Water, Farallon, Garibaldi's, Spruce, Slated Door, Frances, Maverick & Locanda are all lovely spots.

For low end in-and-out deliciousness, La Taqueria and Yamo.

For lunches/brunches: Mama's, Town's End, Rose's Cafe, Roam or Bar Tartine.

For an interesting/unique experience, try Minako or Kiss Seafood.

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Farallon
450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

La Taqueria
2889 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110

Rose Pistola
532 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133-2802

Stinking Rose
325 Columbus, San Francisco, CA 94133

Bar Tartine
561 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

Yamo
3406 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94110

Locanda
557 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110

[Robert Lauriston]

If you think most Italian food isn't French enough, Quince is one of the two best Italian restaurants in SF.

Wayfare Tavern is good, sort of a modern twist on classic San Francisco cuisine dating from the 1930s or even earlier. Kind of expensive, hard to get a reservation, huge portions. Comstock Saloon is doing something along the same lines but lower-key.

The Stinking Rose is a tourist trap.

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Quince Restaurant
470 Pacific Av, San Francisco, CA 94133

Stinking Rose
325 Columbus, San Francisco, CA 94133

Comstock Saloon
155 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

Wayfare Tavern
558 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

[wolfe]

Which new Tyler Florence place? Pick one.
Wayfare Tavern
Rotisserie & Wine

[sandychow]

Thanks -- I edited my post. Insight on either/both places would be great.

[wolfe]

Rotisserie & Wine is in Napa.
http://rotisserieandwine.com/menu.html

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Rotisserie & Wine
720 Main St, Napa, CA 94559

[sandychow]

Thanks - We're going to Napa, too, so that's good to know.

[bobpantzer]

There's also the one he just opened in Mill Valley in the old El Paseo space--it's primarily a steak house, I believe. Haven't been there yet.

[Robert Lauriston]

That's still called El Paseo.

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El Paseo House of Chops
17 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941