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Izzy's iz ok by me
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
I was fascinated by the extreme range of opinions coming from Izzy?s so let me weigh in. First of all, we had no problem getting a reservation; I got a table for four for 8:30 PM Saturday night after calling in that same afternoon, and we were promptly seated. Next, the service was fine; the waiter had a quirky sense of humor but did his job well and we were shaking hands at the end of the evening. Finally, the food is great. The prime rib was tender, a perfect medium rare and compares favorably with most any prime rib, although it does not come with a bone. The lamb chops were perfectly grilled to order and flavorful. The drunken shrimp was big and plump and the creamy sauce exploded in your mouth. The house potatoes are some kind of scallop or au gratin and are very good too but not essential if you?re already eating the artery-clogging meats and creamed spinach; there are less damaging side choices available as well. As for price, I wouldn?t call it a ?ridiculous value" but unfortunately we?ve gotten used to steak houses being ridiculously expensive so in comparison this is a very good value for San Francisco. I?m not disputing the negative comments from those vocal folks but our first impression was very positive and I can?t wait to go back and try their NY steak or filet au poivre.
Pros: Great food and value
3349 Steiner St
San Francisco, California 94123
(415) 563-0487
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