Christine Mamuad

I know I can get cheaper kalua pork elsewhere, but if you are in Pearl Harbor for a whole day, then this is a decent option at the aviation museum. The rice paired well with the pork, and the green salad, although heavy on the dressing, was also good. The catch of the day, flavored with soy and ginger, was also satisfying and not priced too badly.

Atrocious lines during peak hours usually keep me away, but on the rare occasion when no one is there, it's worth a stop to satisfy one's milk tea and boba craving. Lots of good choices for tea, and you can adjust sweetness and milk type and whether or not you want boba at all. The bobaristas (lol) are very nice people and the space, when not packed, is good for conversations with friends.

Great spot to watch games and eat delicious food at the same time. The cod bites were a revelation--I will come back for those alone! Happy hour Fridays are an awesome deal, as everything that we ordered, from the burger to the buffalo wings, were solid. Top it off with outstanding service, and you have the perfect all-around sports-watching experience.

Creative and delicious sushi rolls and equally tasty sushi specials at prices so reasonable it's hard to believe it's in San Francisco. Both special rolls we ordered were fantastic and presented artistically, and the nigiri was excellent, the rice just flavorful enough to complement the fish. The place is tiny, but we got seats at the bar, which is nice. Only downside was the intermittent service. Certainly worth coming here for sushi if you're in the Castro.

Wow, how have I not reviewed this place? I *really* like Kitchen Istanbul. I feel sorry for those poor people waiting in line for over an hour at Burma Superstar, when they could be having incredible food right here, two doors down. Granted, they're totally different cuisines and Kitchen Istanbul is a bit more upscale, but this place doesn't waste your time and the staff treats you extremely well and you get to experience a fabulous meal. The crispy spiced brussels sprouts are the best I have had anywhere in the city, bar none. GET THEM. The meatballs and lamb moussaka are also delicious and well worth ordering. The zucchini fritters were incredibly good. To top it off, their wine list is excellent, with unusual selections from places you don't normally see, like Turkey, Lebanon, and Greece. A winning combination!