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I've had great success coming here at 9:15 on a Sunday morning, even though the dining room is...
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I've had great success coming here at 9:15 on a Sunday morning, even though the dining room is already quite crowded I've had parties of 5 or more seated within a minute or two. Compare that to coming here around 10:30 or later where you'll see the wait times soar past 2 hours! The waitstaff for the mostpart doesn't seem to speak English, but that doesn't matter because you mainly just nod or shake your head at the variety of dim sum brought out on different trays. Contrary to popular belief, there are carts here as well, for their fancier offerings. I have to point out their shrimp-stuffed crab claw as their best dim sum, and their spicy noodles are insane, too. Some of their fried dumplings can be a bit greasy, and the steamed dumplings tend to stick together, but overall the quality is just amazing, considering the sheer volume of people they serve every hour. I feel it's unfair of some to say that the wait times are too long; every popular place is like that--be smarter about the time you're here and you'll have a great experience. In any event, this is not the type of place you swing by before trying to catch a movie or a flight. Take your time, enjoy the environment, and savor the many different types of dim sum. Also be sure to check out their dessert dim sum; their black bean sesame dumplings are out of this world, and there's a cream puff that's coated in granulated sugar that has the outward appearance of a rather large donut hole, but inside the cream is blended with the dough, making for one of the best desserts I've ever had--if not a bit too sweet.
Pros: excellent dim sum, can seat a party of hundreds
Cons: occasional linguistic problems, no reservations for breakfast
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Joe's of Westlake
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Restaurants
11 Glenwood Ave
Daly City,
California 94015
(415) 675-8098
I like Joe's. I've been going there many years from the days when I worked at Green & Kauffman...
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I like Joe's. I've been going there many years from the days when I worked at Green & Kauffman Real Estate nearby. My favorite dish is the -roast beef served with spaghetti. There are 3 sections where you can eat, the front with booths and tables, the counter where you can watch the cooks work and the back room. The backroom has fish tanks and was decorated in the old world style until a few years ago when it was brighted up and the windows let in light from overhead. I miss the old style and preferred the quiet atmosphere.
The waiters are old timers. Even the young fellows are old timers. The customers are old timers. Look in the parking lot and you will see big cars, cadillacs, big American cars. They are the plumbers, electricians, retired civil servants with money who come to Joes during the day time and sometimes early evening. The waiters may appear rude. I attribute this to the fact that they take customer orders and do so with efficiency. There are no smiles, or questions or introductions or telling you that the bus boy is their significant other as was so popular about 10 years ago. I think the customers, including myself like this type service. No nonsense, take the order and bring it, make return visits to the table and ask the customers how things are. They do show impatience that I have witnessed and that is directed at customers who have to read every line on the menu and discuss who is going to have what.
I do not like the salad as it is a strange mixture of cold vegetables. The pastine soup is so-so and not worth the price. Order beef, a steak , osso busco, pasta, deep fried potatoes, enjoy the italian bread and butter. The cocktails are fine, not expensive, the bar is nice and quiet. If you are out for a typical San Francisco Delfina's type evening, this is not the place for you. I am amazed at some of the reviews I have read. At one time, maybe even still Joe's was listed as being among the top most successful continous restaurants in California. The bad reviews are fun to read but don't say much.
Pros: Good Food and Service
Cons: They keep raising the prices
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I love spending time here. I grew up in the area and have always loved bowling and mingling with...
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I love spending time here. I grew up in the area and have always loved bowling and mingling with my friends and family here. Not to mention the calamari, is hella good. And the bar is a plus too!
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Boulevard Cafe
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Family Restaurants
2 Poncetta Dr
Daly City,
California 94015
Definitely going to miss Boulevard as we are moving to Oakland. We eat there AT LEAST once a...
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Definitely going to miss Boulevard as we are moving to Oakland. We eat there AT LEAST once a week. Not sure if we can find a comparable place in the Eastbay but will try. Try it, you'll like it.
Pros: Clean, Friendly, parking
Cons: a tad noisy
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Krispy Kreme doughnuts are DELICIOUS and definitely live up to the hype. They are always fresh...
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Krispy Kreme doughnuts are DELICIOUS and definitely live up to the hype. They are always fresh (you can literally see them being made behind a glass wall), flaky, sweet, airy, and basically heaven on earth. The selection is great: glazed, cream-filled, berry-filled, powdered, chocolate, sprinkled, you name it. Also, they are pretty cheap. This Daly City location has several tables, is easy to park in, and has a quick-moving line - also, I'm not sure if they still do this, but they used to give out FREE glazed doughnuts to people waiting in line! In N Out is next door if you want to really make an unhealthy night of it.
Pros: mmm doughnuts
Cons: location is right on a freeway, so ambience is lacking
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Banana Island
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Thai Restaurants
311 Lake Merced Blvd
Daly City,
California 94015
My expectations were exceeded. A avid restaurant goer since age 9 I know what kind of restaurants...
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My expectations were exceeded. A avid restaurant goer since age 9 I know what kind of restaurants I like and what to look for. Some people don't like crowds, but don't discount the restaurant for them! Crowds means the place must be good for some reason right? And Banana Island was definitely crowded. We had to wait twenty minutes for our party of 8 but it was well worth it. The food comes out FAST, so be ready. Good, good, good! It's not too salty or gloopy (full of corn starch) like many asian cuisine restaurants' food can be. The desserts were ethereal! Ask about a mountain shaped cone of shaved ice and syrups - to die for. The, what's it called....roti? with whipped cream and strawberries was also delish.
The place is also beautiful, clean, and for every demographic.
Parking was easy to find too...that is, if you don't mind a little five minute walk!
Definitely call before going to reserve a spot though, as I said, it's crowded.
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Nina's
Category:
Women's Clothing
122 Serramonte Ctr
Daly City,
California 94015
i love ninas i dont like shopping anywhere but at ninas. sometimes i go to other stores but i dont...
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i love ninas i dont like shopping anywhere but at ninas. sometimes i go to other stores but i dont like their styles but everything in ninas is like right for me. cute stuff. one time i did find a really cute headband but was broken my bf ask for a discount the lady said no but i still got it, it was really cute had a bowtie on the headband =]. i havent gone to ninas in a long time well i hadnt gone anywhere since im broke lols. but i hope when i go back it will have tons of new cute outfits for me to buy!! Some of you said there quality are bad but the things i got had good quality. but i do see some clothes that are sew ugly i dont buy those ;p cant wait to go back to shop at ninas all my clothes are from ninas but i feel ugly wearing them because i had them since a long time ago. well not really. ohkai bye now. oh and also when you return you dont get your money back but you can like.. if the shirt is 15 $ you can trade it for something that is 15$ or less like earrings if they are 5$ each you get 3 earrings =]
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I used to live in Brisbane when I was single and I used to go to Town & Country Billiards to...
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I used to live in Brisbane when I was single and I used to go to Town & Country Billiards to meet other people and just hang out with friends. IT was fun and time flew by quickly. Prices are average there and location is also average.
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Serra Bowl
Category:
Entertainment & Arts
3301 Junipero Serra Blvd,
Daly City,
California 94013
(650) 992-3444
Serra Bowl is the place to be on nights and weekends! Many young people come to the venue to have...
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Serra Bowl is the place to be on nights and weekends! Many young people come to the venue to have a good time with friends. They have a lot of parking and it is conveniently located next to an Albertson's and the 280 freeway entrance. The prices are pretty cheap and sometimes, they have good promotions for happy hour or whatnot. Some nights, they also offer Karaoke for their customers and everyone can sing their favorite songs without paying an extra fee. It is such a great place to hang out with! So come on by Serra Bowl when you're around the area!
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I'm always hesitant to go to Mexican restaurants seeing as its hard to beat my grandmothers...
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I'm always hesitant to go to Mexican restaurants seeing as its hard to beat my grandmothers authentic Mexican food. But boy, was I glad I did. The food is magnificent and the service unsurpassed. Not to mention the wide array of different drinks and tequila's available in a lively bar. Whether it's a family dinner or a first date, this place is suitable for any occasion. I highly recommend to anyone looking for great food and friendly service.. Just don't tell my grandma!
Pros: Authentic Cuisine, Service
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