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    4.5 (89 reviews)
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    Annie W.

    It's odd that I wrote a review for Ruby's and yet, I don't see it in my Yelp list of reviews! So, in light of that, this is a reposting of that review because I want Ruby's to get as much business as possible. They're a great addition to the neighborhood and I'd like them to stay around for a long time! Went to Ruby's for an early dinner/late lunch with a group of ladies and loved the friendliness and food! Monique, the proprietor, came to the table to check on us and to thank us for dining at her establishment. Even though they don't usually take reservations, she had a table set up for the 9 of us. We each ordered and paid for our individual orders at the counter, so there was no worry about someone either paying too much or too little. Our food and beverages were brought to the table for us. I had two tacos, the grilled fish and the ribeye, and they were both delicious! I was advised to eat the ribeye first and I did. Both were juicy and tender. My dining companions had a variety of dishes. The poke bowl looked amazing and the person who had it was very happy with it. The Fishermen's Stew also looked fantastic. The person who had that was a bit disappointed in the beginning because she thought it was more of a soup than a stew, but then she said all the seafood was under the soup and there was plenty of it. Others had the Rainbow Salad, a single fish taco, and the chips with salsa and guac. Everyone was very happy with what was ordered, but there was a lot of "I'll try that next time"! So glad to have this neighborhood gem here. Will definitely return!

    Clock: Irish w/ corned beef, cabbage ($7), Ribeye w/ oaxaca cheese, onion, salsa ($7), Smashburger ($8), Carnitas w/ hoisin, cucumber ($7)
    Cherylynn N.

    3.5 STARS Gorgeous sunny weather in the city calls for tacos and beer on the patio! While there's no shortage of places you can get tacos in the city, where can you find Irish Corned Beef AND Smash Burger Tacos?! At Ruby's.... From the owners of Mission Rock Resort. Walk-in only, no rezzies. Order at the counter and your order will be brought to you. Self-serve water. Bus your own table. M E N U California beach-style fare: salads, tacos, and wraps. Beer and low-abv margarita. Weekday HH Deal: Discounted alkie. 4% SF surcharge. T A C O S * Carnitas w/ hoisin, cucumber, sesame, green onion, flour tortilla ($6.50) Best of four, the Chinese Peking duck-inspired taco was generously filled with warm, tender carnitas on a chewy house-made flour tortilla. It had a great balance of familiar sweet and savory flavors with a fresh crunch from the cucumber. * Ribeye w/ oaxaca cheese, pickled onion, house salsa, corn tortilla ($7) Sadly, Ruby's most traditional offering completely missed the mark. The ribeye was dry and underseasoned, and the mild salsa verde didn't add much flavor. * Irish w/ corned beef, cabbage, secret sauce, guinness mustard, corn tortilla ($7) Cabbage heavy with several paper-thin slices of corned beef, warmed up on the flat top. A thicker cut might be a better move since the corned beef was both dry and greasy. * Smash Burger w/ short rib & brisket blend, pickled onion, tomato, pickle, american cheese, secret sauce, little gem ($8) A viral TikTok hack of smashing ground beef directly onto a tortilla, searing it on a hot skillet, and topping it with cheese and fixings. I think the flat top may not have been hot enough? The beef drippings seeped into the center of the tortilla instead of forming an even, crispy crust. It ended up being too oily, with not enough acidity from the pickles and onions to balance it out. Lastly, this taco felt expensive for what it was. S E R V I C E Fast during Friday lunchtime. A M B I A N C E Casual, low-key with a handful of tables inside. Plentiful outdoor seating on the sidewalk and in the two parklets. Ideal spot to hit up before or after the beach. Overall, loved the creativity behind the tacos! Maybe it was an off day but most of the tacos I tried missed mark on execution and/or needed seasoning. Too bad they didn't have an actually spicy salsa to kick up the flavors.

    Carnitas taco
    Binh P.

    New spot for food if you've been getting tired of Hookfish. Although I would stick with their tacos. Ordered the ribeye taco, carnitas taco, fisherman's stew, and chips and guacamole. The ribeye taco was honestly the best taco I've had in a while. The melty cheese, crisped tortilla, and juicy meat was spectacular. The carnitas taco had a large chunk of tender meat, but flavor wasn't as interesting. The fisherman's stew had a lot of pieces of fish, but sadly they tasted a little too burnt from the grill. And at times it just felt like I was eating a watery salsa. The chips and guac were good, but the flavor was a bit one note, mainly sour. The tacos are pricey at $7, but they are worth it.

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    Ed U.

    It's nice to see this corner location occupied again after Beach'n sadly closed. That was a satisfying vegan spot, although their hours were challenging for me because they closed by 2PM during the week. The new owners, Nick and Monique Osborne of Mission Rock Resort, appear committed to serving lunch and dinner because they're open until 8PM. This is good news because I usually don't get to the N-Judah terminus until later in the afternoon. When I recently got off the MUNI train, I was so pleased to see this space open. I entered without giving any thought to the menu which fortunately featured several items that would've pulled me in anyway... artisan tacos, soups & stews, salads, wraps, even an ahi tuna tartare. I ordered the $16 Rainbow Salad, quite a lollapalooza of fresh and colorful vegan ingredients tossed decoratively. It managed to look healthy and appetizing at the same time. It was made up of little gems, red cabbage, celery, radish, cilantro, mint, huge florets of pickled cauliflower, pepitas, and the most flavorful ingredient, bits of sweet potato, all tossed in a lime vinaigrette (Photo 8). As I expected, it's not the kind of place with cans of Coke Zero, so I went for the $6 House Guava Soda which added a nice tropical note to my salad (Photo 7). I'll definitely come back for those tacos. It's not every day you see smashburger as a filling. FOOD - 5 stars...that rainbow salad was a lucky pick for me AMBIANCE - 4.5 stars...nice beachside vibe, pretty spacious with plenty of outdoor seating SERVICE - 4.5 stars...friendly and proactive with follow-up TOTAL - 5 stars...glad to see the Osbornes committed to recreating their Mission Bay sprit way out in the Sunset RELATED - Exploring the Sunset? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/Kv_Fn0MGZ5

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    Kassandra I.

    When I arrived, there was a line out the door. It's a busy spot on weekends. They have decent amount of seating, but very limited indoor seating. Good, casual to grab a quick lunch with friends off of the beach The staff were efficient with ordering and getting drinks out. The food took a little bit to get out. The ahi tuna tare tare was good. My favorite taco was the carnitas one! The ribeye and smash burger tacos were good, but not my favorites. The Michelada was perfect!

    Katyayini K.

    I got the miso fish wrap. Although the ingredients were quite fresh, the fish could definitely be marinated for longer. It lacked that oomph factor that I was hoping for. Moreover it could have done with a little acidity in the taste profile.

    Carnitas and cauliflower tacos
    Sally Y.

    Ruby's, on the corner of 48th and Judah is painted in sharp green, so it can't be missed! With interior and exterior seating, you order at the counter, pay, and the food gets delivered to you. Their tacos have all kinds of flavors, sauces and spices, making me want to try them all, although I had an appetite for only the carnitas and cauliflower. My friend ordered the ribeye which she particularly loved and the chorizo. The taco shells are homemade and yummy but they're slightly greasy. Nice spot close to Ocean Beach with warm and welcoming service. Will return to gobble some more!

    Fish tacos
    Natalie G.

    Loved Ruby's! Such an awesome family-run spot. Highly recommend the ceviche and chips, they were so fresh and flavorful. The tacos are great too, especially the fish taco. I think it could be even better with some pickled onions or a little avocado, but still really good as is. Everything tasted super fresh, and you can tell they use high-quality fish. The staff was also incredibly nice, which made the experience even better. Love this newer spot!

    Chorizo tacos, ribeye tacos, carnitas tacos from bottom to top
    Madison N.

    Have been wanting to check out Rubys since it opened and I will be back very soon. Some of the best tacos I've had in SF, great drink selection, and such a fun laid back spot. My friend got the chicken Caesar wrap which I am eyeing for my next visit! Of the three tacos I had (ribeye, carnitas, and chorizo) the carnitas was my favorite!

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    Zoe G.

    Such a cute spot at the end of the N-line. They really prioritize outdoor seating, perfect spot to enjoy the sun or walk to the beach after for a picnic. I tried the smash burger taco and it was very well balanced between the creamy cheese, sauce, pickles, lettuce, and pickled onions. Will definitely be back to try the breakfast tacos and the guava soda.

    Smash burger taco, shrimp taco, fish taco
    Amber G.

    Came here for a craving for fish tacos, we got an array of items including the fish, shrimp, cauliflower, and smash burger tacos. The smash burger tacos were a pleasant surprise and our favorite item! The rest of the tacos were alright, but some were dry and could've used some salsa or more filling. We also got the miso fish wrap and I'd say this is a pass... the texture and flavor just were off and it was mostly filled with cabbage. The restaurant has a fair amount of indoor and outdoor seating, and is beautiful on a sunny day in sunset! But on a busy day expect a VERY long wait for your food, I want to say 40 minutes for us.

    Cubano wrap
    Jocelyn L.

    Found out about this restaurant from an SF Standard article about how the Sunset District has changed over the years, bringing in lots of new restaurats to the Outer Sunset. I couldn't wait to try this restaurant! I love Mexican-seafood dishes. I loved the rockfish and shrimp tacos I got! Both were great. I do remember the shrimp one had a nice spice to it, with roasted corn. The taco shells were amazing too, a little bit more crispy than other places do, but not full on crispy, if that makes sense. We also shared the Ahi Tuna Poke with Chips to share, which was really nice. The quality of the ahi tuna fish was really great, probably the best I can get outside of Hawaii. Although the poke soy sauce flavoring was delicious, it was also a little too salty. My husband got the ribeye taco, which he loved. There was also another, Carnitas, that he didn't' care for too much, as it tasted like Asian flavors from the Hoisin sauce. It was too but just not what he was hoping for in a taco in that moment in time. The tacos were kind of small, so we ended up ordering a Cubano Wrap to share, which was also delicious. It had a really nice crispy wrap, good cheese, and tasted like a Cubano sandwich inside a wrap! It had all the right hams and meats to make it taste authentic. My only things I would add to improve the restaurant would be to expand the menu a little more, to add rice and beans somehow. Or maybe add some fish plates. I just felt I wish I could order different things in addition to the wonderful tacos on the menu, etc. Service here was great. You order right when you get there, then pick out a table yourself to dine at. The ambiance in the restaurant is really cute, completely fresh remodel. It's a modern take on a Mexican restaurant, is the best way I can describe it. Can't wait to return!

    They looked great until the grease staring pouring out of them.

    Alright straight up honest truth here. It's a 2.5 stars for me. I almost gave it a 3 but I didn't think it was deserving of rounding up. Torn here because I really wanted to like it and the meats were really good. But the whole tray of tacos was absolutely drowning in grease. So much grease... like every time we picked up the tacos grease just poured out of them. My fiancée couldn't stomach it and only had a few bites. I powered through. I might come back to try the caesar wrap but I don't think I would order the tacos again. Fish taco was the most edible and was pretty good because it had less grease. We had high hopes for the place but it did not deliver. I cannot emphasize enough how much grease there was. Going to go take a shower now.

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    Rubys has amazing food and a very nice ambiance. Anything you order is quality and delicious. Staff is super friendly. Highly recommend!

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    The tacos are absolutely fire. You won't be disappointed trying this place out. Great vibes.

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    Phenomenal tacos, amazing guac, tasty vibes. So glad it's in the neighborhood--a new favorite spot for sure.

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    The fish stew is absolutely amazing!!! I recommend highly. Easy to get to friendly atmosphere and very family friendly!

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    Thank you, Lorrie! So glad you enjoyed your visit. Come back soon!

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    Perfect spot for the area. Great food great service. Try the carnitas tacos and the homemade popsicles.

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    Aziza

    4.2(2.4k reviews)
    2.0 miOuter Richmond
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Locally sourced ingredients

    If there is a part of paradise which serves food, what we had at Aziza definitely is being served…read morethere. First of all. Aziza is kind. They accommodated a last minute reschedule - which, let's be honest, in today's day and age is like finding a gold mine. Second. Did I mention food that is served in heaven? A group of five of us went to dinner and we ordered almost every vegetarian dish on the menu. The olives (which came out juicy and warm), the trio of dips and the flatbread (that melted us all), that charred lettuce with a rich nutty dressing, the burrata with kiwis, oh and oh, that cauliflower. Be still, my beating heart. That food, which clearly was meant for gods and accidentally made it to our table. The shakshouka and the couscous entrees following closely behind in rich glory with that delectable cornbread that showed up straight from the oven. I am not exaggerating, dear reader, each bite of food was a gastronomic delight. We wrapped the evening with a date cake that came topped with a rich vanilla ice cream and toasted pecans and the subtle competition of the warm cake and the cold ice cream on our palates made for a perfect culmination to our dinner. And third. The person mixing the drinks back at the bar knows his business well. The mocktails and the cocktails were brilliantly refreshing. The tamarinds and the citrus looking out from the glasses wide eyed, ready to amaze. Good food is one of the few untainted pleasures of humanity. And Aziza served us heaps of it. Do yourself a favor and go savor the flavors Aziza has to offer. You shall not be disappointed.

    We had a very nice dinner here to celebrate our anniversary. We opted for a soup and four small…read moreplates to share. It was perfect and we had some leftovers. - chilled corn soup 5 stars. Love the presentation and the taste. I wasn't sure I would like it from the description but it was Excellent - burrata with kiwi salad. 5 stars. Love the presentation and flavor combo. Perfect with the served rustic bread slide - charred prawns 3 stars for prawns and 5 stars for the sauce. The prawns is a bit overcooked but the sauce really made up for it. We soaked it all up with our left over bread slice - mussels. Good flavor 4 stars. Although quite small and pricey. It was like $24 for 6 mussels. Sauce though was really good. Feels like a charred oyster recipe applied to mussels just too pricey - beef tartare. It was served on top of cooked cabbage it seems. This was just okay We finished with a yuzu custard. Divine. Perfect palate cleanser. Our server also was good to recommend we stay with the small plate if we are not too hungry. So glad we did as we still didn't finish.

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    Outerlands - Savory breakfast congee with half egg and added ($$) sausage

    Outerlands

    3.8(2.6k reviews)
    0.2 miOuter Sunset
    $$

    Wow! Their fresh…read morehomemade bread is fresh and hot from the oven. It's one of life's joy to enjoy fresh homemade bread still warm from the oven. Outerland delivers. We started with their asparagus appetizer with pickled onion and a very nice aioli with trout and finely chopped walnuts. We're off to a good start with this very well thought out and composed dish. Came on a night when they serve their smashed burgers in brioche bun. It's beefy and flavorful. Very satisfying. The fries are probably twice fried. Crunchy and still retained a semi tender center. It's voodoo magic good. Also tried their sour dough pappardelle. It has a pretty pronounced fresh asparagus note. It's a very satisfying dish. The place has a cool vibe with the reclaimed wood (or maybe just old?) walls and not too brightly lit dining room. Bathroom was clean. Wait staff was professional and helpful. I wish I have it in me to try their desserts but I was already quite full. (No photos since I made all the food disappeared before the thought of photos popped into my head. Till next time, Outerland ...

    Don't you just love Saturday mornings? Unlike the frazzled workday mornings, I relish the weekends…read morewhen I can relax & let the day just evolve. Sleep in. Check. Take your sweet time making coffee. Check. Take your sweet time drinking said coffee. Check. Take your sweet time getting ready. Check. Now what? Make breakfast or go out? Maybe grab some fresh pastries & breakfast sandwiches...? Wait. It's a beautiful day. How about a nice drive out along the great highway/ocean beach? Done! A drive out to ocean beach used to mean stopping by the Cliff House but that still isn't even close to being reopened, or "reimagined" yet. Sigh. How about Dutch pancakes? Dutch pancakes means that the first stop is Outerlands. We ordered Dutch pancakes online on the way. Easy breezy. Good thing too because there was still a line for a table even though they were closing in a half hour. The hostess was personable & sweet, despite the fact that it was packed, inside & out. We then headed to Ocean Beach to enjoy our breakfast in the sea air with an ocean view. Crispy on the outside, but custardy in the inside. Not too sweet which is a plus for me; you can always alter the sweetness by asking for extra syrup. I think next time I'll request extra powdered sugar. Don't let the wait & the line scare you away. There's nothing standing between you & a very good Dutch pancake except placing an online order. 4 stars.

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    Kothai Republic - End of season persimmons

    Kothai Republic

    4.6(471 reviews)
    2.3 miInner Sunset

    I'm truly heartbroken to hear that this restaurant has closed and even more so that I didn't get a…read morechance to visit one last time in it's last days. I've dined here more than a handful of times and every visit was memorable. Sung and his team consistently delivered exceptional food, every dish was solid and clearly made with pride. You could taste the quality and it was consistent every single time. Beyond the food, what always stood out was the hospitality. Sung genuinely made an effort to connect with his guests, remembering faces, checking in at the table and ensuring everyone felt welcomed and valued. He made sure you had a good experience and you could tell he cared. One thing I've learned on my food journey is this: follow the chef. When you find someone who pours heart into their craft, you support them wherever they go next! Looking forward to whatever Sung does next. I already know it's for sure going to be just as good!

    Kothai has been one of the Inner Sunset's most delicious and innovative spots for the past few…read moreyears, so it's truly bittersweet to be writing this farewell review as they head into their last day of service. Even before this most recent visit, I'd enjoyed intimate dinners here for its creative, Korean-Thai-inspired menu that always packed an impressive punch of flavor but, dare I say, the brunch might be even better. The steak sandwich was absolutely phenomenal, with the steak seasoned and cooked to perfection and pairing beautifully with the charred onion aioli, plus a side of expertly crisped smashed potatoes that were so addicting. The steamed mussels were sumptuous and packed with umami, and I loved the two large bricks of toasted sourdough focaccia that were perfect for sopping up every last bit of the delicious dashi broth. But the pièce de résistance was the custard French toast, which I can only describe as the love child of bread pudding and tres leches cake as it was crispy on the outside but uber moist on the inside, custardy, and simply divine. Kothai will be deeply missed in the neighborhood, but I'm excited to see what's next for chef/owner Sung Park and will be first in line for whatever future project comes next.

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    Heritage Restaurant & Bar - The Seedlip Garden $14.00; Brussels Sprouts $13.00

    Heritage Restaurant & Bar

    4.2(331 reviews)
    2.7 miInner Richmond
    $$

    WOW!!! We made reservations after a day in Golden Gate Park through the RESY app…read more We were hoping for a good easy dinner before heading back to Petaluma. We arrived 15 minutes before our reservation and were greeted and seated within 5 minutes. The menu is reasonable and had good offerings. Both my husband and I opted for the Price Fixe 4 course dinner which was more of a tasting menu, $55.00 per person and absolutely delicious it started with a generous salad, a cup of ginger carrot soup, choice of entree and chocolate chip cookies with tahitisn vanilla milk for desert. We both had the NY steak . Every bite was delicious. We were very content but I will add if you have a large appetite you might be better ordering off the main menu. Great service, delicious food and a cozy dining room with a fireplace. We both agreed we can't wait to go back!

    I wish I took some photos when I was here for Valentine's Day on a date. But holy cow this place…read morewas great. First off, the actual restaurant and the fireplace were so cute, very romantic and love the dim lighting. The service was also incredible. The servers and host were fabulous and attentive, and I got to meet the owner, and he was so kind. Bonus that the owner seemed like he enjoys being on the ground working with the people; and loved that he complimented me and my date. Cocktails were fabulous and very creative; probably one of the few nice cocktail bars out in the Richmond district. The food was very flavorful. My date got the steak and that was cooked with very nicely, although I think it could have use a little more chimichurri. But I got the prime rib bolognese pasta (I think that's what it was called) and that tasted so good; not as heavy as I thought it was going to be. We shared their ahi tuna, which tasted so fresh, and the dessert we got was decent (I'm not totally big on super sweet desserts but this was fine). Overall, I highly recommend coming here, and I plan on coming back as well.

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    Brussels Sprouts $13.00

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    Dalida - Plated so beautifully. This is the California Tahdig.

    Dalida

    4.4(586 reviews)
    3.8 miPresidio
    $$$

    Went for dinner and it was nice! The interior is very calming, from the artwork to lighting to…read morefurniture. The food was delicious; the bread was a standout. I would maybe skip the octopus, it was sliced very thinly like carpaccio instead of chunks which kinda threw me off. Only thing that was a little funny was our waiter definitely had a script which he used verbatim for both our table and the tables next to us.

    We had such a wonderful time at Dalida last year celebrating our 20th that we decided to run it…read moreback for our 21st! It was so good that it was the first time that we've ever repeated a restaurant for an anniversary date! I was hesitant that the second experience would live up to the first but it totally did and then some! We arrived 1.5 hours early to explore the Presidio - IMO the best and most beautiful part of San Francisco - and walked down to the Golden Gate Bridge and Beach where on an uncharacteristically immaculate, windless, perfectly baby bear (not too hot, not too cold, juuuuuust right) warm day we saw people body boarding and water skimming, stopping by the Korean War Memorial and the National Cemetery where endless rows of Korean War Vets killed in the line of duty are buried. The experience at Dalida is like a good dream that you don't want to end. If you go to Dalida, you might as well make a day out of it...we briefly stopped at Inspiration Point for a quick photo but you could also visit the Walt Disney Museum, the Lucas Film Lobby, the Palace of Fine Arts, take a quick stroll through Lover's Lane, visit the Presidio Officer's Club, or just hang out on the immaculate lawn across the street beforehand. It's housed in these stunning red brick buildings (where soldiers used to live in wartime) that make for some spectacular photos. From the marvelous front of house (shout out bubbly Meredith & kind Jackie) to the excellent service (shout out to Johana or Jo who was like one of the best servers we've ever had to the point of being memorable...perfectly personable without a hint of pretentiousness, warm, accommodating, and really knowledgeable about the finer points of the meal). We were lucky that Top Chef Season 21: Wisconsin 4th place finisher & Co-Head Chef Laura Ozyilmaz happened to be in the kitchen that day as we got her to sign a photo that we took with her last year. (I LOVE TOP CHEF so this was really cool!). She's so unbelievably down to earth friendly and passionate about her food. This would all be nothing without the FOOD. Last year we got the tasting menu and we got it again! It was a perfect blend of it's greatest hits and all new food we haven't tried before. The only things that were repeated from last year were the Fattoush Salad with crispy cucumbers, juicy flavorful heirloom tomatoes (WOW), sweet apricots, parsley, crispy pita croutons, candied walnuts, and tangy pomegranate molasses dressing (so perfectly balanced with amazing texture...a recurring theme throughout the meal) and the memorable Breaking Bread which should be renamed Breaking Bad because I think their Chubby Pita (hands down the best I've ever had) is laced with Walter White's crack or something man b/c it's soooo good. Accompanying the puffy pita is the best and smoothest hummus I've ever had, something called Muhammara which is a delicious, sweet roasted red pepper spread with walnuts, smoked yogurt (another WOW), punchy olives, and refreshing pickles. Welcome snacks included something called Sabzi (very herbacious and floral), an amazing Octopus Panipuri with Mint Chutney, and Mussels stuffed with rice. No misses here...everything is distinctive, exploding with flavor, and delights with various textures. Next came a crunchy Kibbeh with either curried lamb or beef (I forget)...it came with a Tahini sauce with a smiley face dollop of balsamic. =) This was followed up with a delightful carob pasta with pork shoulder...the flavor on this dish wasn't like an explosion per se and was more muted compared to the other dishes but it was hearty and reminded me of a good Italian ragout dish. It was still excellent and a delightful contrast to the rest of the meal. Then came the highlight and star of the show: a completely succulent, I-don't-need-teeth-to-chew pork collar which was impossibly fatty and unctuous and tender, accompanied by this appropriately tangy pomegranate sauce that got back on the flavor bomb.com train. What came with it was a complete surprise. I forget what the Turkish name of the dish was but it was like a Rice Wellington! The fragrant rice inside was flavored with dill and sweet Turkish Apricots and was baked inside this perfectly crunchy, flaky, buttery puff pastry...another WOW dish I've never had before and bet you haven't either! We also ordered a side of the crispy buttery Persian Tahdig rice that we enjoyed so much last year but that didn't come with the tasting menu this year (order it if it's not on the Tasting Menu). Dessert was the unique sticky Turkish Ice Cream that we remembered so fondly from last year and craved again since, a refreshing and not-too-sweet Strawberry Jasmine Sorbet, Sesame "Halva", and a chocolate cake with honeycomb ice cream. Everything on the menu is unique, creative, whimsical, rooted in Chef Sayat's Turkish, Greek, Armenian, Jewish, Persian, and Arabic (!) heritage, flavor bomb.com, and simple food elevated to something memorable.

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