Category Archives: JO EATS

We went to check out Urban Burger in the Mission for our monthly "Burger Tuesday." Founded in 2008, Urban Burger offers made-to-order beef, turkey, chicken and veggie burgers with high-quality, all natural ingredients. This is the BEST burger I've had … Continue reading →

One word – spaghetti. Hands down, best spaghetti I have EVER had. And yes folks, this beats out Delfina which I've been raving about for more than a couple years now. Lucky for us, we ran into my gym friend … Continue reading →

Ever since my jaunt to NYC for Joe's Shanghai dumplings, I've reinstated my quest for soup dumplings in SF that could be just as "soupy" as the xiaolongbao that I've enjoyed 3,000 miles away. Xiǎolóngbāo, also known as soup dumpling … Continue reading →

So apparently my harsh review of Ramen Club assisted in its short life span. I'm happy to report the new restaurant to fill the space shows a lot more promise. It was a cold night and I learned my lesson … Continue reading →

RN74 is the newest brain child to the Mina Group. Michael Mina and Raj Parr premiered the first casual restaurant/wine bar to their portfolio. With a more laid back approach, waiters in jeans, paper placements, and more affordable pricing, some … Continue reading →

So our quick getaway weekend or as I renamed it "faux vacation" landed us in Palm Springs. I can't recall the last time I experienced 100 degree weather. Despite the unbearable heat unless poolside, we had a great time and … Continue reading →

Saturday night date nights are nice – especially when you don't have to plan anything! The bf did a great job and planned a "pre-show" dinner at Jardiniere and afterwards walked just down the street to enjoy the San Francisco … Continue reading →

My quick jaunt to NYC entailed a wedding, 4 meals, and a nap in Central Park all in under 24 hours. My first food stop was Norma's located in Le Parker Meridien Hotel. My brother has been wanting to take … Continue reading →

I read about this quirky guy, Jake Godby (pastry chef: Coi, Boulevard, Fifth Floor) that recently opened up an artisan ice cream shop in the Mission. What I remember from the article is that he tattooed 31 flavors on his … Continue reading →

I just went to check out Schmidt's Deli, the new German deli that just opened up in the Mission. Bringing beer and sausage together in your own Oktoberfest everyday of the year! The corner space is spacious and barren and … Continue reading →