Dining Alone Restaurants
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For an authentic taste of gourmet Latin street food, don’t let an opportunity to sample Mexico DF’s cuisine slip you by. Located near Embarcadero Plaza, this restaurant brings delicious traditional Mexican food to a refined setting. Forget having to wait in line at a taco stand when you could be in and elegant dining room with crisp white linens and the freshest epicurean ingredients. Once there, you can experience time-honored dishes with a chic twist such as the Duck Flautas with crema, cotija, cabbage, and salsa roja. Offering happy hours every weekday and original handmade margaritas, Mexico DF is a …
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Unfortunately, the restaurant is no longer in business! Owner and Chef Laurent Katgely, formerly of the Mission’s prominent Foreign Cinema, has created a unique dining experience in a deceivingly large updated industrial space. Heated patio seating in the front is nestled in a sheltered garden of olive trees and fragrant flowers and herbs. And there is even a sandbox off to the side for the little ones to entertain themselves while you feast. The menu pays homage to Katgely’s native France while staying true to the California trend of using the freshest seasonal ingredients in specialties like the Bouillabaise, Sauteed …
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Eos of Cole Valley prides itself on its unique variety of California and Asian-Fusion dishes. With a dark interior filled with décor from both sides of the Pacific, it would appear that the food is not the only fusion in this dual cultured restaurant. Named after the goddess of the dawn in Greek mythology, Eos presents itself not only as a restaurant, but also as a wine bar with a worldly and varied list of fine wines. Only the freshest ingredients from local farms are allowed in the dishes that Eos serves to its hungry customers. With such a fresh …
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A franchise that feels like a family business, Tully’s Coffee in Fillmore delivers customers their morning dose of caffeine. For those looking to surf the web while they sip on their beverage of choice, Tully’s always has Free wifi, so feel free to bring the laptop. Seasonal favorites include Punkin Spice Lattes and Chai Cider, while year round staples include the White Chocolate Mocha, Chiradelli Intense Dark Mocha, and Caramel Macchiato. Shakes and Smoothies are also available for those not looking for the pep of caffeinated beverages. Raison D’etre bakery provides the food items, if a quick snack is needed. …
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Since 1977, Bechelli’s Restaurant has been serving the residence of Cow Hollow their morning meals. Offering straightforward American breakfast fare, the food may not be innovative or cutting edge, but it is satisfying. Bechelli’s allows diners a place to go to relax and not worry about being rushed and crowded. The menu focuses on comfort food at a reasonable price. The old school layout of the restaurant allows numerous seating options from booths and a horsehoe counter to outdoor seating. For a no fuss breakfast in Cow Hollow, give Bechelli’s a shot.
