Tangerine
Tangerine features unique cuisine inspired from the Pacific Rim, which are countries that rest against the Pacific Ocean. The menu has been developed by Chef Sean Pattansuvoranun, who is a native of Thailand and co-owner of Tangerine. The goal of the menu is to introduce unique dishes that are inspired from traditional Pacific Rim cuisine. All ingredients are freshly chosen to enhance the taste of the food. Tangerine features a vast brunch and dinner menu, which offers unique interpretations of traditional dishes. Along with a vast food menu, Tangerine also offers specialty cocktails and a long wine menu. Located at 16th and Sanchez within the Castro district, its location is easily accessible and close to nearby attractions.
Prices as of 2010:
Average entrée costs less than $25.00 (does not include tax, tip or drinks)
Tangerine
3499 16th St.
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 626-1700
tangerinesf.com
Kasa Indian Eatery
Kasa Indian Eatery has been awarded the Best New Restaurant of 2009 by SF Weekly due to its perfect take on Indian cuisine. The goal of this restaurant is to provide customers with the opportunity to indulge in homemade Indian cuisine. This is accomplished by incorporating fresh ingredients and seasonal menu items. All dishes are prepared from scratch, thus they have the quintessential homemade taste, which has been designed to mimic the menu enjoyed in India. According to the company website, Kasa's goal is to provide wholesome meals that would make Indian grandmothers proud. The menu is divided into two different types, Kati Rolls or Thali, which translates into Plate. The Kati Rolls mimic traditional Indian street food, which is handmade bread that is stuffed with a dish of your choice (Kasa offers seven dish choices). The Thali option is a platter of food that is accompanied with lentils, handmade bread, chutneys, rice and raita. Not only are you able to eat inside of this casual restaurant, but it also provides a home delivery service for those who live within close proximity to the Castro.
Prices as of 2010:
Kati Roll: $4.50 per roll
Thali: $10.95
*Side dishes, soda's and alcoholic beverages cost extra.
Kasa Indian Eatery
4001 18th St.
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 621-6940
kasaindian.com
Sparky's 24 Hour Pizza & Diner
If you are searching for a relaxing and casual dining experience, then you will enjoy Sparky's Pizza & Diner. The cuisine of this restaurant is Americana; however, they also offer various dishes to suit almost any taste bud. Sparky's offers breakfast, lunch and dinner menus that range from staples such as French toast for breakfast to chicken scallopine for dinner. Perhaps this restaurant's claim-to-fame is not its operating hours, but its celebrity pizzas. With a menu that reads like a roster for a film festive, you can enjoy unique pizzas with familiar names. Examples of its celebrity pizzas includes the Sylvester Stalone Pizza, the Elton John Pizza and the Paris Hilton Pizza. Sparky's also offers a deliver, pickup and catering service, which is available 24 hours per day. You can place your order by calling or visiting its website to place an online order.
Prices as of 2010:
Average for Pizza: $14 (small), $17 (medium), $22 (large), $25 (x-large)
Other menu items average $8 to $15 per dish.
Sparky's 24 Hour Pizza & Diner
242 Church St.
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 626-8666
sparkysdinersf.com
