San Francisco Trip Part 3: Bocadillos
For the 3rd and final installment of my trip to San Francisco, I've saved the best for last -- Bocadillos, a spanish tapas and wine bar where the financial district and Chinatown converge.
This place is the shit. Modern, somewhat minimalist decor combined with warm lighting really sets the mood for a really great dinner. In attempts to keep to its Spanish roots, seating is offered at bar-style, on high-tables w/ stools, as well as a large communal table in the center of the restuarant. Small place but very cozy and comfortable, sort of like the feel you get at Angelini Osteria.
I personally love tapas. The small dishes give you the chance to try several different items on the menu, not the mention that each dish, in order to make up for its size, is packed with flavor. Here are some of the dishes we ordered, which I think actually made up about a quarter of the menu. I know. I love food.
This place is the shit. Modern, somewhat minimalist decor combined with warm lighting really sets the mood for a really great dinner. In attempts to keep to its Spanish roots, seating is offered at bar-style, on high-tables w/ stools, as well as a large communal table in the center of the restuarant. Small place but very cozy and comfortable, sort of like the feel you get at Angelini Osteria.
I personally love tapas. The small dishes give you the chance to try several different items on the menu, not the mention that each dish, in order to make up for its size, is packed with flavor. Here are some of the dishes we ordered, which I think actually made up about a quarter of the menu. I know. I love food.
Selection of Spanish artisianal cheese 
Bocadillos -- 18-month serrano ham w/ tomato rub, chorizo w/ walnut spread and parsley, Catalan sausage w/ arugula and shave manchego
Fois gras roll w/ serrano ham, mango & aged balsamic
Sauteed mushrooms (can't remember this one)
Pigs trotters w/ fresh herbs and chopped egg salad
Tripe basquaise braised w/ onion, garlic and peppers
Flat iron steak w/ chimichurri
Macaroons "luzien" w/ pistachio ice cream & "arm of a gypsy" w/ hazelnut mousse
Bocadillos is certainly a gem in the bay area and a definitely must try if you're in the area. The pictures speak for themselves. Special thanks to Kathy for introducing me to such a great place.
Bocadillos
170 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94111
Cheers,
Opie
No comments:
Post a Comment