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notable as my worst SF dining experience ever... 8/29/2008

jakewa Provided by Partner
Remarkably bad all around... in nearly 15 years of regular (and many, many wonderful) meals in SF, this was easily my worst dining experience. That in and of itself is noteworthy I suppose - so if you want to be amazed at how bad it is then give it a try. We were seated in a corner window spot which had a wonderful view. It looked like one of the two best tables in the restaurant. That is the end of the positives except a competent bus-staff. When the bad food and poor waitstaff becomes the only topic of discussion over a view like that during what was supposed to be a romantic dinner, that is a bad sign indeed eh? The waiter was unfamiliar with standard courtesy (I suppose when a dish has had three bites consumed total and you don't find it surprising the guest wants it removed, that must mean it is a common occurrence). I have had more informed, intelligent and personable service at Jack in the Box. The fish that I ordered was so overcooked that it literally crumbled when cut!! I have never seen or heard that was even possible before for salmon. They tried to compensate by drowning it in a generous pool of vinegared sauce... I liked the menu I saw online and in spite of a number of bad reviews decided that since I love food I would likely find something redeeming. Shockingly I did not. At all. Starters, drinks, desserts... nothing was at all enjoyable and when we left my companion was complaining that she was still hungry (not surprising since she couldn't bring herself to eat much of her food either!) Many have said it here and on yelp but it is fundamentally true: avoid this place at all costs! Pros: view (but you can do better!) Cons: food and service more
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