Zero Zero Restaurant - San Francisco, CA

After a drive through San Francisco seeing all the sight, scene and neighborhoods.

 

 

It didn't feel right to conclude a trip to San Francisco without a taste of its other famous cuisine, Italian. I was having trouble find the right spot because of times and my own constraints and thus we ended up choosing Zero Zero.

The restaurant had a lad back vibe, but was still classy. The service echoed the same sentiment as well.
 

I am Lemonade junkie and I had to try their Basil Lemonade. It was very refreshing! It had sweetness but upheld its tartness (which is the way I like it).

 

My fiancé had the Castro Pizza. It appeared to be Coal fired grilled and so was pretty solid.

 

I had the Rigatoni with Slow Cooked Ducked. The duck was true to its word and very tender. There was no sauce but the flavors from the duck, bacon, etc made it taste wonderful.

 

I was tempted to go for dessert but didn't. I should have because I really enjoyed my meal.

 

 

Zero Zero Restaurant

826 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

(415) 348-8800

www.zerozerosf.com

Boudin Sourdough Bakery & Cafe - Fisherman's Wharf - San Francisco, CA

San Francisco is a beautiful city with lots to see and do.

 

And that includes a stop at Fisherman's Wharf Pier 39, where we took the cruise to Alcatraz and to see the Golden Gate bridge up close.
 

 

It was a fun ride and offered up-close views but if you are looking to gain knowledge, information or have a relaxing ride, this was not that.

 

 

After the boat ride, I was hungry and cold so we went to Boudin Sourdough Bakery & Café where I had a Bread Bowl of Clam Chowder. It was packed but service moved quickly and we were luckily able to find a seat.

 

The Chowder was good (the right consistency and salt content) and the bread was fresh and soft. It was satisfying enough and warmed me right up!

 

 

Boudin Sourdough Bakery & Café

39 Pier Ste Q5, San Francisco, CA 94133

(415) 421-0185

www.boudinbakery.com

Good Mong Kok Bakery & New Golden Daisy - Chinatown - San Francisco, CA

 

As one of the best Chinatowns in America, one of my goals during my visit to this beautiful city was to make a stop for some dim sum and Chinese food. For that, I first headed to Good Mong Kok Bakery.

 

It may have been a bit early in the morning, but I chowed down on some dumplings, Shumai and more (for very cheap by the way) and experienced some of the best I have ever had.

 

I followed up with the Noodles (which were thin compared to what I am used to) which were so good and so much better than what I am used to and interestingly enough were very simple to taste so good.

 

I also had to get a Sweet Sesame Ball which thankfully wasn't super greasy and tasted great.

 

At the recommendation from someone else in line, we went next door to New Golden Daisy to try out the Chicken Wings. They may be as good as the person suggested, but they were cold and cold chicken just is not that good so I didn't exactly enjoy them.

 

We paired the wings with Fried Rice which was more enjoyable, at least me for.

 

Out of the two places, I liked Good Mong Kok Bakery better.

Good Mong Kok Bakery

1039 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94108

(415) 397-2688

New Golden Daisy

1041 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94108

(415) 392-0111

Colonial Donuts - Uptown - Oakland, CA

While driving by and seeing so many people going in and out, I knew it had to be good.

 

It was a cold night and I went in trying to get a Hot Chocolate (which was exceptional by the way) and left with a few doughnuts as well.

 

The doughnuts were fresh even though it was late at night and quite impressive and standout for simple glazed.

 

 

Colonial Donuts

1636 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 834-3736

Ume Restaurant - Uptown - Oakland, CA

My first food stop in San Francisco was actually in Oakland. My fiancé found the spot and we decided to go there based on all the raving review of the new restaurant in town.

We got there which was immediately upon opening and  we figured as the first customers we were a shoo-in but we were sadly mistaken and were told that they were fully booked for the night but could see what they could do. It must have been our lucky night, because they were able to squeeze us in at the bar. Very lucky in fact, because they people who came in behind us (also without a reservation) got turned away at the door. Sitting at the bar also made the experience greater since you sit right in front of the action of the chef preparing the food.

We started off with the Yellowtail Ceviche (was like a ceviche but not called one on the menu). It was fresh, light and the perfect palette cleanser.
 

Then we moved onto the Warm Oxtail and Potatoes. The oxtail was tender and tasty (although I have a liking for it to be more stew like). The potatoes were crispy; just the right complement.
 

My favorite for the night were the Glaze Pork Ribs. Delicious, delicious and more delicious! It reminded me of chicharron.
 

Then last but not least we had the Fried Chicken and Egg Ramen. It was good and had all the right components but was in dire need of some spice (some flavor). I also would have liked for the chicken pieces to be smaller so that it was more manageable to eat in one bite.
 

For dessert, we had the Coconut Mochi filled with Plum Jam. It was simply but I liked that it was chilled and the jam was freshly made.
 

The atmosphere is very hipster, but the staff is very friendly, accommodating and nice so if I ever come back to this part of California, I would definitely make a stop here.

Ume Restaurant

2214 Broadway, Oakland CA, 94612

(510) 444-7586

www.umeoakland.com