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best sf bites of Q1 2025

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(fiscal) Q1 consisted of many yummy bites in san francisco. from birthday celebrations at an argentinean steakhouse to the discovery of sf’s best breakfast burrito, here are the top things i ate over the last 3 months.
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finally paid a visit to the well-loved breakfast spot plow in potrero hill. i’m often not impressed by breakfast but everything on their namesake “the plow” was delicious - the lemon ricotta pancakes were light and fluffy, the potatoes were perfectly...
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trick dog is one of my absolute favorites in sf for a specialty cocktail (they recently made the list of top 50 bars in north america!) but i enjoyed their hot dog for the first time recently - not your average hot dog. a must try!!!
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le dix sept is one of my all-time favorite bakeries in sf and they recently reopened their mission location after a brief hiatus. they make excellent french classics like canelles and croissants with unique, botanically-inspired flavors. the pistachi...
Le Dix-Sept Pâtisserie
 
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for something a little more special, frances is a must. it was my first time at this cozy, tucked away neighborhood spot in the castro and definitely not my last. mediterranean-inspired dishes with a focus on californian produce, every bite was perfe...
Frances
 
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i will always ride for beit rima for a somewhat casual dinner spot with delicious arabic comfort food. their mezze platter is a must-order, and i recently tried their steak which was absolutely perfect!
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my friends and i love lolinda for a special occasion dinner - we celebrated cosy’s birthday here in february and it was perfect as always. an argentinian steakhouse with incredibly executed shareable plates and cocktails, lolinda is truly a gem.
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bar jabroni is the definition of a fun, somewhat casual spot to get together with your friends for wine and shareable plates. the interior is quirky, service is always great, and their food is sneakily delicious. their menu changes often, but i fell ...
Bar Jabroni
 
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garden creamery is truly an addiction at this point and i will find any excuse to talk about it. my favorite ice cream in all of sf, Q1 consisted of multiple trips to get a scoop of my favorite kens korner flavor with mochi.
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in Q1 i discovered the best breakfast burrito in sf: al carajo. i strongly believe chorizo is the superior breakfast burrito meat, and this burrito is full of it along with melted cheese, scrambled eggs, and avocado. the tortilla itself is also perfe...
Al Carajo
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woods’ newest endeavor in cole valley features what many claim as the best burger in the bay from lovely’s, which originated in oakland. burgers, hot dogs, and wine, woods cv is an excellent addition to the neighborhood.
Woods Cole Valley
 
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my new favorite takeout spot in sf, volcano curry has the best japanese curry in the city.
Volcano Curry
 
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i discovered good luck bakery on instagram after finding out they were doing a pop up at one of my favorite coffee shops, grand. oakland-based, good luck bakery is baking up some of the best and most unique pastries in the bay. i’m still dreaming of ...
Good Luck Bakery