La Taqueria continues to lead the pack with unwavering rave reviews for its sublime, spot-on Mexico staples. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Bill Addison: "Beyond dumplings? Try the baked cha siu bao (smooth pucks filled with sweet-and-sour pork barbecue) over their steamed counterparts. " Read more.
It's an updated take on the Zuni formula, with the success to show. Both neighborhood standby and destination restaurant, Nopa continues to grow admirably under Chef Jossel. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Cumin lamb, beef pancakes, and a very generous BYOB policy are the keys to its popularity, and while it's not the place to go for health food, it's spicy and reasonably priced. [Eater 38 Member]
The newest Four Barrel outpost is now brewing in Portola, and this bare-bones garage kiosk sports a rustic redwood ceiling, an outdoor parklet & all the espresso goodness of the Valencia St. location. Read more.
San Diego brewery Saint Archer is finally getting distributed in these parts, and while it's available at beer-centric retailers, this is the only restaurant carrying it. Stop by for happy hour. Read more.
In the mood for Chinese? Try the soup dumplings, wings, Chinese chicken salad, and sesame noodles, and don't miss Danny Louie's fun cocktails, including alcoholic boba drinks. Read more.
Smokestack is three months in, and today, they're debuting lunch service, which runs from 11:30am onward. Read more.
Check out this new spot where you can choose from all the usual hits (brisket, housemade hot links, ribs, mac and cheese), paired with one of the 43 drafts. They've got a huge back patio, too. Read more.
Linden Street Brewery, featuring both a full-service restaurant with global shared plates and a more casual "beer shed" with snacks. Read more.
