September 8, 2009

Pacific Puffs San Francisco

Brothers Trent and Rhys Carvolth serve up three versions of their mother’s cream puff recipe, to the delight of afternoon sugar seekers. There’s even Taylor Maid coffee to wash them down.

  Cow Hollow, Food & Drink, Sweet Tooth

September 8, 2009

Balboa Cafe San Francisco

  Cow Hollow, Food & Drink, Cougar Sightings, Meat Market

September 30, 2008

Nettie's Crab Shack San Francisco

This Union Street eatery is reminiscent of East Coast fish houses — serving up lobster rolls, chowders, oyster po’boys, cioppino, Boston swizzles, and buckets of brew.

  Cow Hollow, Food & Drink, Divey

October 30, 2007

That Takes the Cake San Francisco

Owner Keisha Williams takes a homemade, just-like-Mom’s approach to the rotating flavors she serves daily at her Cow Hollow cupcakery. Think delicious combos like coconut-and-almond cake with cream cheese frosting and coconut flakes.

  Cow Hollow, Food & Drink, Birthday Parties, Carbo Loading

December 19, 2006

Umami San Francisco

The bilevel space caters to all sorts of appetites. Downstairs, grab a barstool for cocktails, take a seat at the tiny sushi bar, or share private bites in the nook. Head upstairs for a roomy booth or the long communal table and feast on chef Sam Josi’s Pan-Asian delights.

  Cow Hollow, Food & Drink

March 31, 2006

Terzo San Francisco

This cozy Cow Hollow spot from the same peeps behind Rose’s Cafe offers delish pan-Mediterranean small plates (think grilled halibut with fava beans) and a stellar wine list.

  Cow Hollow, Food & Drink, Light Bites

November 22, 2005

Ottimista Enoteca-Cafe San Francisco

This rustic, cozy Italian joint on Union Street is perfect for lounging over affordable wine and small plates. The outdoor space in front adds to the charm.

  Cow Hollow, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Light Bites