I enjoyed stopping by 7 mile house recently and it was just as awesome as I remember it when I came…read moreto happy hour after many work days 23 years ago! This place has a vibe that you need to experience to understand. It has so much history but also has a new feel. Filipino food is on point and drinks are the right amount of strong. The adobo is so tender and flavorful- I could have eaten the whole thing on my own. I wish i lived closer but I will not let distance be a barrier. This is a great spot to enjoy sports, good food, nice vibes, and friendly peeps!

I came here last Friday to try some of their highly praised Filipino dishes. This place is located…read moreoff the road in Brisbane within this industrial type area. It looks random at first but at the same time, very unique. It reminds me of a dive bar for truck drivers from the outside and heading inside, it also gives you that feeling. It's a pretty small restaurant sports bar with majority of the seating being outside. I ordered their Sisig Manila Style, Sizzling Pork Adobo with rice, Lumpia Sampler, Calamari, and Ube Cheesecake for dessert. The Sisig is our favorite pick because it's fatty with that nice sizzling taste and texture. It's bold with a good flavor and pairs nicely with the runny egg. This dish is a must. The adobo was just ok. Honestly, it wasn't my type of adobo and was too watery, thin, and slightly bland. It just tasted like watered down soy sauce and light vinegar over shredded pork meat. The calamari was a big portion and went great with the garlic aioli sauce. I also didn't like the lumpia's. The lumpia was soggy and way too bland with little filling. It didn't have that authentic taste to them which was a bummer. I'd avoid this sampler. We thoroughly enjoyed their Ube cheesecake though! It was sweet, tasty, and had a nice cream cheese texture. The makapuno coconut shreds paired great with the cheesecake and made it so unique. We'd definitely order this again. Overall, I thought it was just ok. I listened to the hype and yes, it was too much. For those that aren't Filipinos or didn't grow up having authentic homemade Filipino food, you could tell the difference. It's almost as if the dishes are "Americanized" and lacks the real ingredients in the dishes. Truthfully, I wouldn't come back but hey, there's a lane for everyone and I know this place is beloved by many. That's important.

I've been looking for a reason to stop by the halfway club for a handful of years. So I came here…read morewith a first date to see what it's all about. Arrived about an hour after opening and immediately loved the interior! From the bricks to the orange cushioned bench seating to the nostalgic movies playing in the rear seating area's background, and the picnic tables on the patio, this place knows how to decorate! The sandwich, waffle fries side, salad, and cocktail totaled $60 and filled us up. Really crispy fries and awesome crispy edges to the smash burger! The salad left something to be desired despite a large portion size. I think I'll ask for dressing on the side if I order that item again. I did have to get up a couple times to close the door, but the staff caught on and paid attention to when it was ajar. The servers were friendly and checked on us three or four times but didn't try to convince us to order more, which was appreciated. Apparently Tuesdays are trivia nights 7-9 and it looks like a lively, friendly yet competitive crowd. Will definitely return one week to test my Jeopardy seasoned trivia knowledge. I would recommend this place!

Great place and dog friendly! They have an outdoor patio in the back and their food was delicious!…read moreLoved Pete's word cocktail. Great service and hospitality.

A Neighborhood Anchor in San Francisco's Comeback At the…read moreintersection of Visitacion Valley and Little Hollywood in San Francisco, Aroma Buena Café and Kitchen capture the spirit of neighborhood resilience. A pleasure of San Francisco's "comeback" are the great new businesses opening around town. Aroma Buena Kitchen in Visitacion Valley/Little Hollywood is one of those wonderful new additions to the city, and all the better knowing how it's come to be. The location formerly housed the Piccolo Pete deli, which in its prime was a neighborhood institution. When Candlestick Park was around, and the Schlage Lock factory was down the street, Piccolo Pete did big business with big sandwiches ready for tailgating and hearty lunches. But with the Giants leaving the 'stick, followed by the 49ers, and the lock factory closed, the core business was gone. The deli closed in 2016, and the building sat vacant except for a small coffee business on the corner. But what about that coffee business? A few years ago Aroma Buena opened in the tiny space at the corner of Bayshore and Tunnel Road. Though there was just enough space for a counter and a couple of tables, the place really took off, particularly for breakfast take-out. The menu had the standard breakfast and lunch staples, but many with Latin influences reflecting the woman-owned "Hispano World Cuisine" catering business behind the venture. Food was delicious, service was friendly, and prices were decent. It quickly became a neighborhood spot with a loyal clientele. Fast forward to last year, and Aroma Buena was ready to expand into the rest of the building. This allowed the catering business to move onto the premises and a new counter-service sit-down restaurant to open up. The front of the building, long neglected after the deli closed, was transformed by a colorful mural that stretched the entire length of the façade. The interior was completely rebuilt, fresh and bright. The original café at the corner is now known as "Aroma Buena Café," and the new restaurant is "Aroma Buena Kitchen." The two complement each other, with the café focused on breakfast and lunch, and the kitchen focused on sit-down lunch and weekend brunch. Both offer a relaxed, welcoming spot for breakfast and lunch, with a local, community-focused vibe. The café serves up a range of fresh classics with a Latin-inspired twist. Their menu includes hearty breakfast burritos (like the popular chorizo and bacon-egg varieties), savory sandwiches (such as the chicken margherita and oven-roasted turkey), healthy wraps, and tasty salads. In keeping with its "Hispano World Cuisine" roots, the menu blends flavors from Spain, Latin America, the Caribbean, and beyond. The flavors are subtle but present, suggesting a kitchen that understands flavor as heritage rather than garnish. The setup of both the café and kitchen is laid-back and friendly. In both you order at the counter, and your food is brought out to you by the friendly staff. In a nutshell, Aroma Buena Café and Kitchen is a hidden gem in one of San Francisco's less well-known neighborhoods. Each offers a comfortable place with flavorful breakfast and lunch options grounded in Latin-inspired cuisine. Whether you're stopping by for your morning coffee or settling in for a hearty lunch, it delivers good food with a friendly neighborhood feel. The food is hot and delicious. The portions are fair. The service is unfussy and kind. And with these qualities, Aroma Buena is a neighborhood anchor. And in the daily life of a city, that's the true comeback story. Aroma Buena is located at 2155 Bayshore Boulevard (corner of Tunnel Avenue) in San Francisco.

Omg!!! I felt like I was eating at home and my grandma was in the kitchen. Salvi food can feel very…read moreheavy but this was just incredibly fresh and not greasy at all. The service was so amazing! They opened up 5 mins early for us and the space was so clean and bright. This is women owned and operated and you can tell they're just good people who love what they do. I'm so excited this is a place me and my family can enjoy in our neighborhood. Can't wait to come back!

Rabbit Hole is an awesome neighborhood bar with inventive Asian-inspired food. They have happy hour…read moreeveryday 3-6pm, with one of the best smashed burgers I've ever had. We also had the ribeye and fried chicken sandwich. All food was good, especially the ribeye, which was amazing. At $31 for a ribeye, one of the best deals I've ever seen. Highly recommend trying out this place and I'll be back soon to try more items on the menu. They also have indoor and patio seating. Patio seating was great for a warm afternoon. Service was also really attentive and they had great recommendations.

Was really excited to give this spot a try; drinks were okay, but the service ruined it…read more Came here for a pre birthday celebration, and while the drinks and small bites were okay....the service was just bad from the beginning. Came here with my partner and the waitress only wanted to approach me, and was not nice to my partner at all. When he was mid sentence ordering his drink, she cut him off and demanded to see his ID. ( mind you...it is also his bday...) A while later, we decided to get another round and he raised his hand hoping to get her attention. I completely understand that being a server is hectic and very stressful, but a little acknowledgment when you see your table asking for you should be bare minimum. She completely ignored him multiple times. When she finally came to our table and bluntly said to him " I see you okay. I'm doing other things but I see you. " she only wanted to speak with me when ordering also....which I found kind of weird. She is also not the nicest to the table next to us also, so at least it's not targeted. But aside from that, drinks and small bites are pretty standard for a cocktail bar. Nothing too special, but a good place to try with friends. The service mostly ruined it for us that night.

I'm from Louisiana, and this place is awesome. Love that they have Abita on tap. We always order…read morethe biscuits and red beans to start, then an entrée to share. Entrées can be a little pricey, but the quality shines through. The service is always impeccable and friendly. I love the cozy ambiance as well.

This place definitely feels more brunch-y but I came here for dinner with some friends and still…read morehad a great meal! Our server was great, and the vibe was excellent, definitely a classic SF restaurant! I got the slushee of the day + rum which was super tasty. For food I got the risotto with blackened chicken. It was good, but not the best risotto I've had. There was a bit too much of the misc toppings, and I wish the actual risotto had a bit more flavor. For dessert, we got the beignets. Also pretty good, but not the best ever. They were freshly made and super warm, which was great. Prices are a biiiit steep, but the overall experience and quality of food makes up for it. I would definitely come back!

The Korner Store is a private event space now. I sent an inquiry in for a Saturday night booking,…read moreand received prompt response with a quote and some options. There's a minimum food and drink amount. I coordinated a walk through of the space and made a deposit! The hosts and owners (Ina and Nick) are incredibly helpful throughout the booking and night of the event. My ~40 guests enjoyed the Korean food and full bar. We had a fantastic time in the private space. The venue has tv screens, music inputs, DJ and dance area, karaoke, and an optional photobooth. I highly recommend considering The Korner Store for your next event.

This place is as unique as their food and vibe is excellent . I arrived early for my event and…read moresaw how incredibly creative the owners were . We were a group of international visitors who knew little of Korean food and gift wrapping . Yes , the event was to learn Bojagi and eat delicious home cooked Korean food . If you don't know what kind of event you want , the owner Ina will help you think of something ! I'll let the photos speak for themselves. I strongly recommend this for having your next party or team building or just a night out in your own event space . We had so many dishes and the Korean drinks were delicious.. we had maybe five different drinks ? We didn't have a chance to fully enjoy the music by the dj... next time . I can't wait for my next party here . (I couldn't post all my photos !)

My friend snagged a same-day reservation at Luisa's Restaurant for Saturday evening. This was…read moresurprisingly easy, considering we were a party of 6. The interior had simple decor and a swirl of little lights across ceiling. For drinks, we shared a bottle of Chianti, which was excellent. We also ordered a few appetizers for the table - Garlic Bread and Buratta. The Garlic Bread wasn't particularly memorable for me, but the Buratta was very tasty with the fresh pesto on top. I loved that most pasta dishes could be prepared with a choice of sauce, and ordered the Lobster Ravioli with Vodka Sauce. This was so tasty and surprisingly filling! My friends all enjoyed their dishes as well, including the Linguini Tuttomare, Penne Gorgonzola, and Chicken Parmigiana. Service was friendly and quick. Would happily return for more!

Really solid Italian restaurant with surprisingly good gnocchi…read more Caesar salad: 3.5/5. To "anchovy" for my taste. Next time I will ask them to leave out the anchovies or pick a different salad. otherwise the salad was quite good. Spaghetti carbonara: 3.5/5. A solid version of this dish, but not exceptional. Great pasta, nice texture, but the meat could have stood out better. It sort of hid in the shadows. Gnocchi: 4.5/5. Since I make my own gnocchi this is a very high rating from me. Excellent texture and taste for this gnocchi and the vodka sauce complemented it really well. I would definitely have this again.

Cherry was very hospitable and the food was fast! The food kitchen is open earlier in the day than…read morethe bar so it's a good place to eat and enjoy the ambiance.

I'm about to review all these burgers because tbh all of the ones I've tried so far is (fire…read moreemojis). This was the second time my partner and I have gone here. The first time we tried the Sarap Manila and Aji Inferno burgers. This time we tried the Wasa-bish and Tro Oi burgers. And gawd damn. They haven't missed once. In my opinion. Let's start with the place. It's located inside Rocks Den, a pretty chill bar on Mission. The times that my partner and I went, there wasn't too much people. The bartenders were nice and their drinks were pretty good. They have another room with a pool table and foosball. The place can definitely hold a lot of people and there is ample places to sit and eat. Flats burger is basically in the back; it's a window to their kitchen. You order your food and while you're waiting you get yourself a couple of drinks before your buzzer goes off. And then next thing you know, you got a hot juicy burger with fries to eat. Now the foooooood: The wasa-bish burger is refreshing. The wasabi sauce isn't too strong but it's enough to knock your sinuses clear. The Tro Oi burger was really good. It was like a bahn mi as a burger with the Nem Nuong patty and pickled veggies. The vinegar was a nice touch to the savoriness. The Aji inferno burger was good because of the sauce. The man at the register said it was spicy but I don't think it was at all. I could've gotten a side of that sauce to dip the fries in. The Sara Manila burger was also bomb. You gotta get it with the egg; which is unfortunately an extra topping that you have to pay for. It's smart on the resturaunt's part for doing that. My partner didn't really like this burger as much. I think it was because she tried my burger and liked it more than hers; she was turned off. I think if you're feeling for Longanisa, definitely get that. Flats also has lumpia and wings which we haven't got to try yet. I think I'm gonna come back to review all of their food. I recommend this spot to people who are coming off of work and need a spot for a great meal and drinks.