2008

Zuni Cafe Restaurant Review, San Francisco

Posted by Foodnut.com

Reviewer: Foodnut.com

Zuni Cafe

1658 Market Street (Between Franklin and Gough)

San Francisco, CA 94102

415-552-2522

Zuni Cafe Website

Book Reservation

Be sure to check out the Zuni Cafe Book

Zune Cafe San Francisco Exterior

Zuni Cafe is a popular American restaurant on Market street near Hayes Valley. Judy Rodgers has served classic fare that stays timeless since their inception in 1979. Menu changes daily and they use sustainable and humane ingredients. They are packed most of the time. Bar tables are available first come first serve.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Raw Bar

Zune Cafe San Francisco Interior

Decor, Vibe – Odd, pie shaped building with exposed brick, large windows, large bar area and oyster bar. Lots of folks in their 30′s to 50′s, better dressed, a bit of a scene.

Zuni Cafe Menu Pictures (Click to zoom in on any picture)

Zune Cafe San Francisco Menu 4

Zune Cafe San Francisco Menu 1

Dessert Menu

Zune Cafe San Francisco Menu 2

Picks:

Zune Cafe San Francisco Caesar Salard

Zuni Caesar Salad ($9) is a classic dish. Fresh greens and classic dressing.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Chicken for two

Chicken for two ($48) roasted in the brick oven, warm bread salad with scallions, currants, and pine nuts is their signature dish. Order it as soon as you sit down, as it takes an hour. Some of the best chicken around, it was juicy and tender. Bread was crispy. It is good reheated.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Oysters

Oysters ($12) Wescott Pacific, Hog Kumamoto, and Olympias were fresh and served with champagne vinegrette.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Piccolo Fritto

Piccolo fritto ($11) deep-fried radicchio, onions, and lemon with balsamic vinegar was crunchy and satisfying. How could deep fried food not be?

Zune Cafe San Francisco Ice Cream

Pistachio ice cream cones ($8.75) with chocolate sauce were small but the ice cream was smooth and creamy. Yes, it was someone’s birthday.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Espresso Granita

Espresso granita ($6.25) with whipped cream was a refreshing dessert. Caffeine and zingy coffee flavor balanced with cream.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Pork Chop

Wills Ranch Pork Chop ($25) roasted with cardoons, chickpeas, and almond green garlic picada was cooked just right, tender, and juicy. Good beans.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Farro Soup

Farro soup ($8.25) with 3 greens and one egg was excellent. Good broth and fresh greens.

OK:

Zune Cafe San Francisco Mussels and Clams


Tomales Bay Mussels and Hog Island Manila Clams ($10) with saffron, coriander seed, orange zest and harissa was only fair. Fresh shellfish combined with good sauce. Good dip for bread.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Serrano Ham

Serrano Ham with Twin Girl Farm cherries and fennel ($11) was fair. Too simple, we guess. The other appetizers were better.

Polenta ($5.25) with parmesan cheese was fair. A litle on the hard side.

Pans:
None

Zuni Cafe had above average service that was friendly. All food came out paced well. Classic food that is very accessible, no wonder they are always packed. Be sure to try the Burger during lunchtime or late night time.

Zune Cafe San Francisco Cocktails Wine

Cocktails like the Mojito and Margarita were strong and well made. Zuni Cafe adds a 4% San Francisco Health Surchage to your bill.

Zuni Cafe on Urbanspoon

$25 Dining Certificate for $5

Zuni Cafe Overall Rating: (Excellent 3)

Come Back?

Food Rating: (Excellent)
Service Rating: (Very Good)
Atmosphere Rating: (Very Good)
Value Rating: (Good)

Guide: 0 = poor, 1 = Below/Average, 2 = Good, 2.5 = Very Good, 3 = Excellent , 4 = Extraordinary

Alcohol:Full Bar
Attire:Dressy
Hours:Tu-Sat 11:30am-Midnight, Sun 11am-11pm. Closed Mon
Parking:Street, Valet
Reservations:Yes
Prices:$26 - $41
Posted on December 3rd, 2008
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