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["A la Turca","A la Turca in the Tenderloin offers delicious and well-priced Turkish food, a cuisine that is underrepresented in the Bay Area. Decorated with Turkish fabrics and circa 1970 faux stonework, the restaurant is a great place to bring a group to share warm and cold meze, such as a silky, piquant eggplant salad, and warm slices of sweet carrot in cool, garlicky yogurt. The huge handmade pide — stuffed breads — are exceptional. A handful of platters, such as grilled lamb chops, cost more than $10, but they are big enough to share if you order additional small plates, making it easy to create a meal for two for under $30. Save room for ultra-creamy sutlac (rice pudding).","Turkish","869 Geary St. (at Larkin)","(415) 345-1011","Lunch, dinner daily. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted.",37.786237,-122.417585],
["Assab","Wonderful spices and flavors abound in the dishes of East Africa, which are artfully served on large platters, family style. Start with meat or vegetable sambusas, which are stuffed fritters, or a soothing lentil soup. There are many mildly seasoned vegetarian dishes, including an okra stew and shiro (ground chickpeas cooked with onions, tomatoes and pepper). Alicha-beggee — lamb cubes mixed with potatoes, carrots and bell peppers — is one option for meat eaters. It's traditional to use small pieces of the thin, spongy injera to scoop up the stewy goodness and transport it to your mouth, but utensils are available upon asking.","African","2845 Geary Blvd. (at Collins)","(415) 441-7083","Lunch Tuesday-Saturday, dinner Monday-Saturday. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted.",37.782156,-122.449607],
["Balompie Cafe","During World Cup season, rambunctious crowds gathered to watch futbol while practiced servers wove through the tables to deliver homey plates of Salvadoran specialties. But, pupusas — griddled corn cakes filled with cheese and other oozy ingredients and topped with vinegary slaw — merit a visit any time of the year. Almost everyone orders from the \x22traditional plates\x22 category, including steamed or fried yucca served with pork, beef or chicken (go for the pork) and pacayas, an intriguing Salvadoran vegetable with a texture akin to spaghetti squash. A breakfast plate of chorizo con huevos — scrambled eggs with spicy sausage — will wake you up faster than a cup of java.","Salvadoran","3349 18th St. (at Capp Street)","(415) 648-9199","Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted.",37.761925,-122.418419],
["Bean Bag Cafe","The decor at Bean Bag Cafe could use a facelift, but the food still satisfies at this coffeehouse and restaurant. Hefty sandwiches and heaping bowls of pasta taste fresh, and the staff couldn't be friendlier. Portions are large — two could easily split the pasta grigliata, topped with meatballs and peppers in a bright tomato sauce. For dessert, try the Saratoga crepe, a salty sweet mixture of apples, brown sugar and cheddar cheese.","American","601 Divisadero St. (at Hayes Street)","(415) 563-3634","Breakfast, lunch daily; dinner Monday-Saturday. Beer and wine. Cash only.",37.775115,-122.437892],
["Big Mouth","Thin, but nicely cooked patties and a good selection of toppings filling the wide bun.","American","3392 24th St. (at Valencia), San Francisco","(415) 821-4821","Lunch, dinner daily.",37.752142,-122.420566],
["Burger Joint","Niman Ranch meats and Double Rainbow ice cream — for the root beer floats — up the quality in a fine example of a classic Archie Andrews type of joint.","American","807 Valencia St. (at 19th Street), San Francisco","(415) 824-3494","Lunch, dinner daily. (Also at 700 Haight St. (at Pierce), San Francisco; San Francisco International Airport, Terminal A, South San Francisco).",37.759982,-122.421447],
["Cafe Organic Lettus","Marina residents can also satisfy their hankering for health food at Cafe Organic Lettus. Diners can expect California cuisine with global touches, like Asian-inspired mango chicken lettuce cups with chile-tamarind sauce, or Mediterranean-style butter bean bruschetta. Vegans will love the quinoa bowl topped with vegetables and ginger-miso sauce. Organic ingredients are used wherever possible, with a focus on fresh, local produce. That's particularly evident in the made-to-order salads. Breakfast is served all day and includes indulgent choices like lemon-ricotta pancakes and French toast. Diners order at the counter and servers bring the food to the table. The narrow spot is sleek and noisy, with backlit wood-slatted walls and cool tones of green and gray.","American","3352 Steiner St. (near Chestnut Street)","(415) 931-2777","Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily. Beer, wine and sake cocktails. Credit cards accepted.",37.800201,-122.437840],
["Chow","Year after year, Chow delivers a bustling brasserie environment and great food at all three locations, two in San Francisco and one in Lafayette. The eclectic, comforting menu includes Thai noodles, spaghetti and meatballs, roast chicken and even an open-faced egg sandwich, as well as a daily special sandwich with salad, fries or soup. As an added bonus, many dishes are available in two sizes. Desserts are a must-order item, especially the pies (the pecan is unbeatable) and the ginger cake. Although no reservations are taken, you can call ahead to be put on the list.","American","215 Church St. (near Market), San Francisco","(415) 552-2469","Lunch and dinner daily. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted. Also at 1240 Ninth Ave. (near Irving), San Francisco; (415) 665-9912. And 53 Lafayette Circle (near Mount Diablo Boulevard), Lafayette; (925) 962-2469 (this location also open for breakfast).",37.767150,-122.428951],
["Dosa","The saffron-colored interior reflects the vibrancy of the South Indian food — spice, spice, spice. And where else in the area can you have this kind of food in a hip setting with an Indian Syrah? There are several dosai to choose from, spanning the crisp classic to the chewier rava made of semolina. The fillings vary, too, and are all vegetarian. There are plenty of other things on the menu and many worth trying. The calamari starter is both spicy and fresh; the various dumplings come with coconut, tomato and tamarind chutneys for dunking, and some with yogurt. Curries are a bit above the price range, but not the main focus of the menu.","Indian-Pakistani","995 Valencia St. (near 21st Street)","(415) 642-3672","Dinner Tuesday-Sunday, weekend brunch. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted.",37.757083,-122.421160],
["El Burrito Express","Sombreros on the wall set the tone at this sweet, idiosyncratic Western Addition taqueria. The green chile burrito gushes heroically, but seems surprisingly light. Distinctive salsas as well.","Mexican","1812 Divisadero (near Pine Street), San Francisco","(415) 776-4246","Lunch, dinner daily. No alcohol. Also at 1601 Taraval St.",37.786416,-122.440086],
["El Metate","A favorite of Generation Y burrito fans, this tiny newcomer to the Mission taqueria scene will soon be opening a deli nearby. There's an abundant vegetable burrito for the non-meat eaters, along with sultry pozole stew on the weekends for omnivores.","Mexican","2406 Bryant St. (at 22nd Street)","San Francisco, (415) 641-7209","Lunch, dinner daily. No alcohol.",37.755852,-122.409467],
["Florida Street Cafe","This simple, bright restaurant with cloth-covered tables and an open kitchen is operated by the Latino Cuisine Culinary Academy, one of the programs offered at the Mission Language and Vocational School. Appetizers include fabulous sweet plantains served with black bean dip and sour cream. The Cuban-style sandwich features roasted pork loin served on a house-baked baguette with a choice of French fries or fried yucca. A fresh tortilla salad can be ordered with chicken, steak or shrimp. Locals who work nearby love the daily specials and homemade soups.","Latin American","710 Florida St. (at 19th Street)","(415) 648-5227","Breakfast, lunch Monday-Friday. No alcohol. Credit cards accepted.",37.760264,-122.410960],
["Go Go Cafe","A whole deep-fried salt-and-pepper Dungeness crab for $6.95 is the very definition of a bargain bite. This dish is the Go Go Cafe's claim to fame, and it's a righteous one. Wonton soup is piled high with huge, juicy pork balls in thin wraps. Ask for the garlic pea sprouts — they're $9.95, but tender, fresh and well worth it. The decor is in basic plastic, and the owner may be chasing flies through the dining room. But with 300 menu items, all but a few under $10 and all available until 1 a.m., Go Go Cafe is a Sunset cheap-eats destination.","Chinese","1830 Irving St. (near 19th Avenue)","(415) 661-4289","Lunch, dinner, late-night dining daily. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted.",37.763594,-122.477626],
["Good Luck Dim Sum","Succulent shrimp dumplings draw customers to this Richmond dim sum favorite, so it's worth getting there early to nab an order or two. Expect long lines, but items like the deep-fried taro root stuffed with pork, and the chive dumplings make the wait worthwhile. Scattered tables fill the back of this spare spot, but the real action is up front, where the dim sum delicacies quickly vanish from the giant stacks of steamers. Grab the white sugar cake for dessert.","Chinese","736 Clement St. (near Ninth Avenue)","(415) 386-3388","7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday-Monday. No alcohol. Cash only.",37.782878,-122.467013],
["Gourmet Carousel","Lots of cheap Chinese restaurants pepper the San Francisco dining scene, but Gourmet Carousel is a cut above. Not only is the food fresh, but the portions are enormous (enough to take some home) and the service is as kind as you'd find in your grandmother's home. In fact if you don't eat everything, the staff is sure to inquire why not. The deluxe wonton soup has about a dozen dumplings and is a meal for two for less than $6, and you can get a whole platter of salt- and pepper-crusted prawns for less than $7. The roast duck and pot stickers are also must-order items.","Chinese","1559 Franklin St. (at Pine)","(415) 771-2044","Lunch Monday-Saturday, dinner nightly. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted.",37.788994,-122.423745],
["Lahore Karahi","Everyone has their favorite in the Tandoor-loin, but this one, which opened just a couple of years ago, is a standout. Chef-owner Zulfigar Haider does it all — cooking, serving and schmoozing — so expect a wait, but the food is cooked on the spot. Saag gosht is a spinach and lamb curry of tender lamb and a vivid green sauce without a spot of grease. Chicken kebabs come out steaming, spiced with a rich tandoori seasoning, and the yellow lentils in the dal masala are cooked until creamy with just the right amount of spice. Top it off with raita, the smooth cucumber-yogurt dip, this one with the addition of potatoes. Skip the naan and go for the roti, which fits more with the home-style cooking. Fish dishes are one of Haider's self-pronounced specialties.","Indian-Pakistani","612 O'Farrell (at Leavenworth)","(415) 567-8603","Lunch Tuesday-Sunday, dinner daily. No alcohol. Credit cards accepted.",37.785576,-122.415021],
["La Santaneca De La Mission","Salvadoran restaurants are a dime a dozen in the Mission District, but La Santaneca has long been a favorite for its delicious pupusas and other regional specialties. It's hard not to fill up on the fresh, hand-patted corn- or rice-masa patties, stuffed with pork, beans and/or cheese, though try to leave room for other Central American specialties such as plantain tamales and fried yucca. Many customers order piles of pupusas to go, kind of like takeout pizza; just be sure to eat them while they're hot.","Salvadoran","2815 Mission St. (near 24th Street)","(415) 285-2131","Breakfast, lunch, early dinner daily. No alcohol. Credit cards accepted.",37.751962,-122.418442],
["La Taqueria","Love it or hate it, the most heavily debated taqueria in San Francisco gets cheers and jeers for its meatier, pricier, rice-less burritos. Dig in and join the discussion. While you're at it, ask for a delicate crispy taco — it's not listed on the regular menu — topped with vibrant guacamole.","Mexican","2889 Mission St. (at 25th Street), San Francisco","(415) 285-7117","Lunch, dinner daily. Cash only. Beer. Also at 15 First St., San Jose.",37.750916,-122.418345],
["Little Delhi","Specializing in North Indian and Bengali cuisine, this Tenderloin restaurant has a wide and varied menu of traditional fare. All the tandoori specials are served with rice and salad. Vegetarian entrees include paneer makhani, chunks of homemade cheese cooked with tomato and butter sauce, and bengan bharta, a roasted eggplant dish. Little Delhi's dessert menu features Indian ice cream, and milk balls dipped in honey with rose water. The restaurant can accommodate large parties, and the service is fast and friendly.","Indian-Pakistani","83 Eddy St. (at Mason)","(415) 398-3173","Lunch, dinner daily. Credit cards accepted. Beer and wine.",37.784430,-122.409150],
["Los Pastores","Homey atmosphere and handcrafted food makes Los Pastores stand out in a crowd of utilitarian taquerias. Chef-owner Irma Calderon prepares almost everything on the limited menu from scratch, which is why it often takes a while to receive your order, but she'll tide you over with chile-spiked guacamole and chips and a fruity aqua fresca. Though dinner platters like carne asada and specials of chicken mole are great values, the traditional Mexican breakfasts are the most delicious option. Overall, the food is spicy and reflects Calderon's Mexico City roots.","Mexican","3486 Mission St. (across from Cortland Avenue)","(415) 642-5385","Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily. Beer and wine. Cash only.",37.740891,-122.422974],
["Old Mandarin Islamic","This halal Chinese restaurant in the Outer Sunset is a culinary thrill seeker's mecca. Start by tackling the No. 29 dish — called Extremely Hot Pepper on the English menu — of stir-fried egg and beef infused with fresh and hot chiles. Order \x22parsley bean curd,\x22 or gently mashed tofu with sesame oil and cilantro, as an antidote to the fiery spice. Other gems include cumin-scented Mandarin lamb; Beijing-style hot pot; and the ambiguously labeled \x22flour specials\x22 that turn out to be meat and vegetable stir-fries with gnocchi-like dumplings.","Chinese","3132 Vicente St. (near 43rd Avenue)","(415) 564-3481","Lunch Sun.-Mon., Wed., Fri.-Sat., dinner nightly. Beer. Credit cards accepted.",37.738258,-122.500524],
["Out The Door","This takeout stand in the Ferry Building gives diners a chance to sample a few of the dishes at the adjacent Slanted Door restaurant. The menu incorporates more casual fare than Charles Phan's celebrated sit-down restaurant, such as steamed buns, rice plates and Vietnamese sandwiches. Order your meal — don't forget an iced Vietnamese coffee — and then bring it to the outdoor tables on the bay side of the main restaurant. Items such as delicious crispy duck with watercress and apple salad make up for the sometimes frosty service.","Vietnamese","1 Ferry Building (Embarcadero, at Market Street)","(415) 321-3740","10 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays (until 6:30 p.m. Thursday), 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. No alcohol. Credit cards accepted.",37.794615,-122.393255],
["Pagolac","The Tenderloin is home to many great hole-in-the-wall Vietnamese places, but this shoebox-size restaurant is perhaps the most pleasant. Start with the small, shatteringly crisp imperial rolls, or enjoy the contrast of them with the bun cha gio chay, a mix of cold vermicelli noodles and vegetable salad with a light, slightly sweet dressing. A chicken salad of mint, cabbage, chicken and peanuts is a refreshing starter. Pick one of the many wraps, a specialty. The grilled shrimp and sugarcane or the grilled pork are both excellent, and come with noodles, a plateful of herbs and lettuce and dunking sauce. A plate of dried wrappers is brought to the table with hot water for softening — simply dip the wrapper, fill it with the goods, roll and wrap it in lettuce.","Vietnamese","655 Larkin St. (at Ellis)","(415) 776-3234","Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. Beer and wine. Cash only.",37.784001,-122.417705],
["Pakwan","The city is full of North Indian and Pakistani places, making it hard to differentiate at times, but Pakwan makes it just a bit easier. The divey halal joint, with locations in the Mission, Tenderloin and Hayward, serves highly spiced food that is well balanced and very well priced. Go straight for the main courses and order the bengan bharta made with eggplant and tomato, with a texture of clouds. There are plenty of other vegetarian options, too, but meat eaters shouldn't skip the ground lamb seekh kebab. Lamb in saag gosht comes in the form of tender chunks in a thick, slightly sour spinach sauce that's delicious alongside cool yogurt raita. The naan is fine, but not brilliant, and the mango lassi can be skipped. Order at the counter, then grab your own utensils, plates, water and chutneys.","Indian-Pakistani","3180 16th St. (at Guerrero)","(415) 255-2440","Lunch, dinner daily. No alcohol. Cash only.",37.764856,-122.423392],
["Pho Phu Quaoc","Fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors are the hallmark of this Vietnamese noodle house in the Sunset District. The vermicelli dishes are a great alternative to entree salads with their soft, cold rice noodles, refreshing shreds of cucumber, healthy bean sprouts and crunchy peanuts. The noodle soup, or pho, is bright and clean. The curry chicken is creamy with a lovely essence of coconut. The sizzling iron pork platter with a side of steamed rice is enough for two. The restaurant's atmosphere is bland, but clean. And the service is good and friendly.","Vietnamese","1816 Irving St. (at 19th Avenue)","(415) 661-8869","Lunch, dinner daily. Beer and wine. Cash only.",37.763598,-122.477519],
["Rosamunde Sausage Grill","It's a cult favorite, but soon to become our own Tuesday tradition: Rosamunde Sausage Grill in the Lower Haight makes room on the tiny grill one lunchtime per week for whopping, juicy hamburgers on onion-scented, buttery buns with grilled onions and all the fixings. As with the delicious sausages, you can take everything next door to Toronado for a beer — root or otherwise — and watch the scene as regulars wait for their weekly fix.","American","545 Haight St. (near Fillmore Street), San Francisco","(415) 437-6851","Burgers served only at lunch on Tuesdays. Sausages served at lunch, dinner daily.",37.772044,-122.431222],
["Saigon Sandwiches","Just like the bahn mi it serves, this small shop is stuffed. Don't be intimidated by the crowd or the stern staff; these sandwiches are so good they pretty much started the Vietnamese sandwich craze. A soft French roll bursting with your choice of roasted pork, chicken, pate or even tofu topped with sweet and tangy pickled carrots, fresh cilantro and spicy jalapenos is yours for just a little more than the cost of a Muni ride.","Vietnamese","560 Larkin St. (at Eddy)","(415) 474-5698","Breakfast, lunch, early dinner daily. No alcohol. Cash only.",37.782956,-122.417497],
["Savor","This Noe Valley hot spot is always a crowd-pleaser, but particularly on weekend mornings, when the brunch crowd spills out onto the sidewalk for the better part of the day. Besides the usual breakfast fare, there are omelets, crepes, salads and sandwiches to consider, most in the $8-$9 range. Their globe-trotting names hint at what's inside, from the Kyoto crepe (grilled tofu, shiitake mushrooms and peanut ginger sauce) to the North Beach sandwich (grilled eggplant, roasted peppers, pesto and provolone on focaccia) and Athena Greek salad. Ingredients are fresh and portions are large; no one will leave hungry.","American","3913 24th St. (near Sanchez)","(415) 282-0344","Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted.",37.751578,-122.430049],
["Shanghai Dumpling King","Look for the red awning over this modest Outer Richmond store, where it's all about the food. Dumplings are its claim to fame, including juicy Shanghai steamed pork dumplings, which squirt when you bite into them. They come 10 dumplings to an order, with chive or vegetable variations, and a tangy soy-ginger dipping sauce. The lion's head casserole has four gigantic meatballs, napa cabbage, shiitakes and bean thread noodles in a light, delicious broth, and is plenty for two to share. Or be adventurous and try the preserved egg with tofu and dried pork or spicy tendon. It's all good.","Chinese","3319 Balboa (near 34th Avenue)","(415) 387-2088","Lunch, dinner Wednesday-Monday. Credit cards accepted. No alcohol.",37.775900,-122.494405],
["So","This sleek restaurant is a bastion of hip way out in the Sunset District, with clutches of twentysomethings lining up for excellent Chinese comfort food. The spicy, garlicky chicken wings are well seasoned, juicy and entirely addictive; they're on every table for good reason. Other must-orders include plump, oversize potstickers stuffed with pork, shrimp or vegetables, and dried sauteed string beans. All this, along with a short menu of soju cocktails and Asian beers, mean you'll have everything you need for a cheap and chic night out.","Chinese","2240 Irving St. (at 23rd Avenue)","(415) 731-3143","Lunch, dinner Tuesday-Sunday. Beer and soju cocktails. Credit cards accepted.",37.763413,-122.481920],
["Sunrise Deli","Chicken and lamb shawarma glisten on spits in the front window of this tiny spot. The aroma is enough to lure diners indoors for what will be a memorable meal. The restaurant offers traditional Middle Eastern fare in a no-frills space. Start with a half pint of chunky cucumber and yogurt salad or six briny dolmas, and move on to shawarma or falafel. Choose from three types of falafel sandwiches, the best option being a super falafel packed with eggplant and herb-tinged potatoes. Specialty items and ingredients are available for purchase.","Middle Eastern","2115 Irving St. (near 22nd Avenue)","(415) 664-8210","Breakfast, lunch, early dinner daily. No alcohol. Credit cards accepted.",37.763467,-122.480623],
["Sushi Zone","Rarely is sushi a bargain, but here two can eat plentifully for under $30. It's a tiny place that is always packed, so walk in, put your name on the list and sit back with a beer or sake; pros time it with a cocktail at nearby Martuni's. Once seated, the wait continues as there is only one chef, but customers are rewarded with very fresh fish either simply prepared or in creative rolls. Try the salmon nigiri with paper-thin slices of lemon, or tarted-up combinations like the Hawaiian No. 2, with tuna, mango and macadamia nuts, or spicy hamachi, another insider favorite. Service is preciously sweet, and two visits make you a regular.","Japanese","1815 Market St. (at Pearl)","(415) 621-1114","Dinner nightly. Beer and sake. Cash only.",37.771283,-122.424120],
["Tajine","It's almost too good to be true: delicious Moroccan food at low prices, presented by a friendly waiter-chef team. The hitch is that there are only about seven tables, plus two tiny ones out on the sidewalk in good weather. The secret has gotten out about chef-owner Mohammed Ghaleb's cooking, and he's currently seeking larger digs (check the restaurant's Web site, tajinerestaurant.com, for an update). Highlights include the chicken bastilla, a savory-sweet phyllo pastry and chicken tagine with preserved lemons and olives. Kebabs come either in sandwiches, over couscous or with homemade bread and shalada, a side of tomatoes, onions and parsley tossed in olive oil and lemon.","Moroccan","552 Jones St. (at Geary)","(415) 440-1718","Lunch Saturday-Thursday, dinner nightly. No alcohol. Cash only.",37.786339,-122.413124],
["Taqueria Reina's","It's rare to find a taqueria that crafts burritos and tacos with equal finesse, but this sweet-souled SoMa spot does just that. Play it safe with a saucy grilled chicken burrito or brave a taco with cabeza — beef head meat.","Mexican","1550 Howard (at Lafayette), San Francisco","(415) 431-0160","Lunch, dinner daily. Cash only. Beer.",37.772418,-122.416402],
["Taqueria Vallarta","The cart out front makes sizzling hot tacos, with a wide selection of meats such as beef cheek and tongue. Lusciously ripe chunks of avocado are included in the super burritos, which can be ordered at the counter inside.","Mexican","3033 24th St. (near Treat Avenue), San Francisco","(415) 826-8116","Lunch, dinner daily. No alcohol. Cash only. Also at 380 Bush St.",37.752614,-122.412672],
["Thai House Express","Servers may politely steer you away from certain items by warning that they're too \x22authentic,\x22 but little-seen northern Thai dishes are the stars of this menu. A salad of uncured pork sausage tossed with onions and peanuts in a chile-lime dressing, or Thai \x22beef jerky,\x22 will ramp up the taste buds for this gutsy cuisine. Veer away from standard versions of the usual curries and noodles to revel in the house specials, such as kao ka moo, an anise-scented stewed pork leg that's fall-apart tender.","Thai","901 Larkin St. (at Geary)","(415) 441-2248","Also at 597 Castro St. Lunch, dinner daily. Beer and wine. Credit cards accepted.",37.786265,-122.418149],
["Ti Couz","The always-popular Mission hot spot continues to serve delicious crepes — and with more than 30 fillings, there are endless combinations. Smoked salmon, shrimp, scallops, sausage and ham are only some of the savory stuffings that can be folded between the buckwheat pancake-like layers. Add-ons such as caramelized onions and mushrooms make the decision-making process even harder. More difficult, though, is creating the perfect dessert: How do you choose between Nutella, caramel, berries, chocolate and coconut? Our suggestion: choose them all and throw a scoop of ice cream on top.","French","3108 16th St. (near Valencia)","(415) 252-7373","Lunch, dinner Friday-Monday; dinner only Tuesday-Thursday. Full bar. Credit cards accepted.",37.764924,-122.422164],
["Tortas Los Picudos","Fruit, heaps of it bound for liquados and fruit cocktail, greet you at the entrance to Tortas Los Picudos, but it's Mexico's version of the sub-sandwich that's the real draw here. Try the milanesa, tender cutlets of breaded beef or chicken, or the carnitas, crisp morsels of tender pork. Tortas are generous enough to feed two. Service can be slow when the lunch crowd arrives; order a refreshing pina agua fresca and grab a seat at the counter lining the walls or one of a few tiny tables.","Mexican","2969 24th St. (at Harrison)","(415) 824-4199","Lunch, dinner daily. No alcohol. Cash only.",37.752691,-122.411399],
["Truly Mediterranean","Just-cooked falafel resting from the rim of the giant pan in the window is enough to lure you into Truly Mediterranean in the Mission. But the smells from the rotisserie, jammed with hunks of juicy marinated lamb or chicken (Tuesday and Friday only) or the kebabs on the grill tell you this is the real deal. An order of chicken shawarma brings shavings of the tender meat, broiled tomatoes, onions and garlicky yogurt sauce rolled into lavash (ask for a slathering of hot sauce for an extra kick). The falafel is first-rate and is available deluxe, rolled up with eggplant and potatoes. Ordering to go is your best bet; seating is limited to a cramped counter with uncomfortable stools.","Mediterranean","3109 16th St. (at Valencia)","(415) 252 7482","Lunch, dinner daily. No alcohol. Credit cards accepted.",37.764921,-122.422223],
["Turtle Tower","Pho is the main attraction at this simple down-home eatery where everyone is busy slurping the gently spiced broth filled with rice noodles and choice of beef or chicken that's garnished with chile paste and a squeeze of lime. The limited menu also offers bun (thin, clear vermicelli noodles) with crispy fried imperial rolls served with lettuce, fresh mint and cilantro that you roll up together then dip in sweet-spicy sauce and a few less successful rice plates such as beef stewed with white wine.","Vietnamese","631 Larkin St. (at Willow Street, between Eddy and Ellis)","(415) 409-3333","Breakfast, lunch and early dinner Wednesday-Monday. Beer. Cash only.",37.783896,-122.417686],
["Yamo","If intimacy and dining go hand in hand, it doesn't get more intimate than Yamo, where patrons rub elbows at the tiny, counter-only Burmese restaurant. The food fuses the tastes of India and China in dishes such as spiced fried rice and wok-tossed noodles with curry, both specialties at Yamo. The place is family run and owned, and the food is made a la minute, which can mean a wait. The chewy, long egg noodles are great with tender curry beef or in the Yamo cold noodles, which come topped with hot chicken and loaded with fresh vegetables. Don't miss the tea salad, which features chopped cabbage, tea leaves and lots of crunchy bits like peanuts and fried lentils. There's a good dose of spice in most of the food, so ask the staff to pop open the top of a fresh young coconut to cool your palate.","Burmese","3406 18th St. (near Mission)","(415) 553-8911","Lunch, dinner Monday-Saturday. No alcohol. Cash only.",37.761855,-122.419623],
["Zebulon","Not many bargain-dining places offer a DJ along with a bartender, but that's the scene at Zebulon, a vibrant after-work spot tucked into a narrow street on the edge of the Financial District. Burgers and sandwiches, including a roasted garlic and mushroom burger or a salmon BLT, come with shoestring fries; small plates range from Thai chicken satay to eggplant adobo and fried calamari. It's served in a stylishly industrial two-room space, with brick walls, wooden floors and a skylight over the mezzanine. During the day, it's counter service; in the evening, cocktail servers handle the food — and the throngs of liberated worker bees.","American","83 Natoma St. (near Second Street)","(415) 975-5705","Lunch, dinner weekdays. Full bar. Credit cards accepted. East Bay",37.787567,-122.398443],
];