Veggie Lunch in the FiDi

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A work in progress... as I eat my way through the Financial District.

 1. The Sentinel

37 New Montgomery St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 284-9960

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: SOMA

5.0 star rating
  6/1/2009

Mmmmmmmmmmmm.  The Sentinel is my lunch hero, no pun intended.  (Well, maybe a little bit.)  

Here are all the things I love about it:

*  Delicious, creative, wonderful sandwiches with fresh quality ingredients
*  Standard menu means you can have…More »

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 2. John's Snack and Deli

40 Battery St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 434-4634

Categories: Korean, Delis

Neighbourhood: Financial District

5.0 star rating
  5/4/2009

Speaking of obsessions, I must now have the veggie bi bim bap at least weekly.  I don't care if it's a small hike from work or if I must remember to bring cash only.  It's a small price to pay for that fresh bowl of heaven.

John and Co. are some of…More »

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 3. Roy's Restaurant

575 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 777-0277

Category: Asian Fusion

Neighbourhood: SOMA

5.0 star rating
  11/11/2008

Not much wrong with a free lunch at Roy's...  The secret veggie menu had a nice bunch of options, and the service was top-notch.  They even check your outfit, and if you're wearing dark colors, you get black napkins instead of white.  Nice!

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 4. Cafe Dolci

740 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 392-9222

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Vietnamese, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Union Square

5.0 star rating
  11/18/2008

As a vegetarian with nut allergies, there are some things you just always miss out on.  I'll spare you the list, but one of them is Vietnamese sandwiches.  I've been hearing coworkers and friends rave about these things for years, but have never had…More »

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 5. Peet's Coffee & Tea

595 Market St.
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 655-2640

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: SOMA

5.0 star rating
  10/27/2008

I have a new job (same company), and the biggest worry about the commute to my new building was where the closest Peet's was.  Imagine my delight when I came up from MUNI at my new stop and there she was!  A Peet's stand right there.  Oh, glory be.

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 6. Muracci's Japanese Curry & Grill

307 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 773-1101

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  5/4/2009

The good:
 * I had no idea what a Japanese curry was, but now I must have it all the time.
 * Veggie options that are delicious!  Brown rice available!
 * You can pick how spicy you like it.
 * Right by my work.

The not-so-good:
 * Wait times are…More »

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 7. Los Socios - CLOSED

690 Sacramento St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 989-5763

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  5/4/2009

I think of Los Socios as "creative Mexican food."  They offer a lighter, yummy take on the usual items.  

Imagine your typical taco salad, laden with sour cream and loaded down with greasy meat.  At Los Socios, you'll get crisp greens with a light…More »

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 8. Baladie Gourmet Cafe

337 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 989-6629

Categories: Greek, Mediterranean

4.0 star rating
  6/5/2009

Best falafels in the heart of the FiDi.  I'm also a big fan of the combo salad plate and those yummy lentils.  Go early if you want one of the few seats in or outside, or take it to go.  Now open til 7pm on weeknights!

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 9. Perilla

510 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 777-1893

Category: Vietnamese

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  6/5/2009

Really good garlic noodles, big portions.  Go early to beat the rush.  Did I mention garlic noodles?  Yum.

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 10. Boxed Foods Company

245 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 981-9376

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Union Square

4.0 star rating
  10/29/2008

Now THIS is how you do a salad...  Combine a number of interesting yet complimentary very-fresh ingredients, package them up nicely, and deliver them with a friendly attitude.  Yes!

The line moved verrrry slowly and by 1pm they were out of a few…More »

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 11. Harvest & Rowe

55 2nd St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 541-7771

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  4/21/2009

I am simply inept at looking at a list of salad ingredients and figuring out how to tell the counter person to assemble them to my liking.  If I wanted a salad bar, I'd go to one, and nobody would need to know about my salad quirks.  

What I want is…More »

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 12. Scala's Bistro

432 Powell St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 395-8555

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Union Square

4.0 star rating
  6/1/2009

Primo "lady who lunches" spot...  Great loungey atmosphere, warm and cozy, tip top service.  Creative comfort food, prepared and presented delightfully.  Yum.

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 13. Pasta Bene - CLOSED

88 Hardie Pl
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 989-2222

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  6/1/2009

This is a nice place to sit down and have a calm lunch in the FiDi.  (WHY did they change it to "Barbary Coast" right after I got moved to SOMA?  Why??)  Anyway, back to Pasta Bene...

It's all very civilized.  Yes, you have to order at the counter,…More »

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 14. Mixt Greens

560 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 543-2505

Categories: Vegetarian, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  11/18/2008

I like this location better than the downtown one, as it's less manic.  

However, I'm still salad-impaired.  I can't seem to figure out how to order a salad bar salad assembled by someone else.  What if I just want a few chick peas and a smidgen of a…More »

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 15. Tara

123 2nd St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 348-9977

Categories: Thai, Asian Fusion

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  5/4/2009

Friendly service, and very accommodating for groups if you call in advance.  The green veggie curry was delicious!  Yum!!

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 16. City View Restaurant

662 Commercial St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 398-2838

Category: Dim Sum

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  4/24/2009

For large-group dim summing, I like City View much better than Yank Sing.  The service was less manic, there were about the same amount of vegetarian options (some, not many), the food was just as tasty, and the bill was noteably smaller.  Yum Dim…More »

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 17. Bonbon Patisserie - CLOSED

308 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 956-5005

Categories: French, Bakeries

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  11/18/2008

I got the hot veggie sandwich, and it was crazy good. Quality bread, a blend of melty cheeses, sun-dried tomatoes, broccoli, and some other stuff. Mmmmmmmmmm. And it came with a tasty little salad!

I have to ding them a star because I was hungry a…More »

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 18. Mondo Caffe

602 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 882-1682

Categories: Italian, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  4/8/2008

What a great lunch I had here!  You order at the counter, and they bring you a delicious sandwich on homemade foccacia and a little side salad on a real plate with real silverware and it's all extremely civilized and delicious.  Yum!!

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 19. Mercedes Hair of The Dog Cantina

653 Commercial St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 391-8717

Categories: Mexican, Caterers, Bars

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  4/28/2009

Go early to make sure you get a table.  Nice people work here, and they will bring you piles of good food and a cold margarita.  What else do you need?

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 20. Zebulon - CLOSED

83 Natoma St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 975-5705

Categories: American (Traditional), Lounges

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  Update - 8/12/2008

Now with mac and cheese!  (Last week, at least.)  

It was predictable, which is a good thing for mac and cheese.  The only other acceptable way to make it is in a creative, out-of-this-world kinda way.  At least Zebulon didn't disappoint.... which is…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    5/7/2008

    I went here years ago, before there was Yelp.  (Can you remember LBY - life before yelp?)  I'd… Read more »

 21. Chili-Up

50 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 693-0467

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  11/11/2008

Their regular veggie chili is one of my lunchtime standby's.  (Although calling it "hoofless" is a little unappetizing -- are there hoofs (hooves?) in the other varieties?  Ick!)  I also really like the cornbread that comes with.

I was eager to try…More »

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 22. Soup Freaks

667 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 543-7687

Category: Soup

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  4/11/2007

I think if there was more good soup in the world, it would be a friendlier place.  I applaud Soup Freaks for doing their part to bring us all a little more joy.

I liked the super-fresh ORGANIC ingredients, the friendly hip service, and the clean decor…More »

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 23. Neeto's Cafe

71 Stevenson St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 546-0897

Categories: Sandwiches, Delis, Caterers

Neighbourhood: SOMA

4.0 star rating
  2/28/2007

There can be a bit of a wait to get your order taken and find an available table, but it's a really cute little lunch spot.  The tomato bisque soup was fantastic -- I would've licked the bowl if I weren't such a lady.  (snicker)  The cornbread looked…More »

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 24. Leila Mediterranean Restaurant

50 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 217-0099

Category: Mediterranean

Neighbourhood: Financial District

3.0 star rating
  11/18/2008

I got the veggie combo, and it was enough food for 2 meals.  Each item was fresh and had its own pleasant unique flavor.  The hummus was very creamy and rich.  Later, my stomach hurt.  Dunno whether it was food or my stressful life that caused it,…More »

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 25. 750 Restaurant & Bar

750 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 765-7878

Categories: American (New), Wine Bars

Neighbourhood: Financial District

3.0 star rating
  9/13/2008

I just sat at the bar and had a drink or few, so I can't speak to the food.  The decor is cool -- I especially like the cool flames when you arrive.  The drinks are spendy, as you'd expect.  I have to say the sidecar I ordered was one of the weirdest…More »

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 26. Roots Restaurant

466 Bush St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 659-0349

Categories: American (New), Asian Fusion

Neighbourhood: Union Square

3.0 star rating
  12/2/2008

I went here for a festive work lunch.  The atmosphere is lovely -- light, airy, and elegant.  Our server was friendly yet casual.

The menu was well-written, as everything looked delicious!  There was a nice selection of creative salads, sandwiches,…More »

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 27. Bread And Cocoa

199 Sutter St
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 956-7200

Categories: Sandwiches, Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Financial District

3.0 star rating
  12/2/2008

I looked away, and when I looked back, Briazz had become Bread and Cocoa.  It looks really cute from the outside, but inside still feels like Briazz, only flipped around.

They have the same style of food offerings -- pre-packaged sandwiches and…More »

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 28. Paladar

329 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 398-4899

Category: Cuban

Neighbourhood: Financial District

3.0 star rating
  12/2/2008

This is a cute spot to have lunch.  It has a fun atmosphere, and the owner waits tables herself and is super friendly.

The yucca was tender and the plantains were great.  Sadly, the rice and beans were dry and overall, the food was not as flavorful as…More »

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 29. Bangkok Best

301 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 362-2216

Category: Thai

Neighbourhood: Financial District

3.0 star rating
  6/1/2009

I wouldn't say it's the best Thai food I've had, but it's better than the Banana Leaf, which I simply cannot like, despite multiple attempts.  Service is quick and matter-of-fact, and they have a good variety of veggie options.  You could do worse.

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 30. Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant

11 Walter U Lum Pl
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 398-1215

Category: Vietnamese

Neighbourhood: Chinatown

3.0 star rating
  4/24/2009

I think this is one of those places that ROCKS if you eat meat.  They do have 4 veggie options, and the one I had was "nice," but I didn't have the epiphany all my coworkers did.  Sigh.

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 31. Thirsty Bear Brewing Company

661 Howard St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 974-0905

Categories: Breweries, Tapas Bars

Neighbourhood: SOMA

3.0 star rating
  5/4/2009

Haven't I reviewed this yet?  Sheesh.

I think I've been to too many corporate parties here where they don't order enough veggie apps...  The beer's good, and it's nice to have the upstairs to yourself with the pool table and your own bathrooms.

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 32. B & M Mei Sing Restaurant

62 2nd St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 777-9530

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: SOMA

3.0 star rating
  5/4/2009

I can never remember the name of this place and always call it "the poker chip place" when making plans with my friend.  You can get steam table items or get something made-to-order.  This is where the poker chip comes in.  Take it to a free table…More »

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 33. Chipotle Mexican Grill

525 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 278-0461

Category: Mexican

3.0 star rating
  6/27/2007

This would be a 3.5 star review if that were possible.  First off, I'd never been to a Chipotle before.  My Yelp pal's new job is right nearby and she had a craving, so off we went.  

I wasn't crazy about the IKEA-like decor or the too-loud oldies…More »

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 34. The Toaster Oven

145 2nd St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 243-0222

Categories: Sandwiches, Delis

Neighbourhood: SOMA

3.0 star rating
  4/24/2007

Atmosphere:  4 stars
Sandwich:  3 stars

This is a cute little retro-feeling sandwich joint with only 2 vegetarian options on the menu.   I was really hoping the veggie sandwich would step up and be as special as the decor, but it didn't taste much…More »

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 35. Chaat Cafe Express

50 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 391-2082

Categories: Indian, Pakistani

Neighbourhood: Financial District

3.0 star rating
  10/30/2008

I ordered the veggie plate, and it was a lot of food.  Too bad it wasn't a lot of really good food.  It was OK, but not memorable.  The veggie curry was somewhat spicy and more than somewhat greasy.  The naan was big.  The dal had an interesting…More »

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 36. Murphy's Deli

560 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 978-9681

Category: Delis

Neighbourhood: SOMA

3.0 star rating
  2/28/2007

This place features a cafeteria-style decor and a limited salad bar.  They have a few veggie sandwich/wrap options at good prices.  It's nothing special, but it'll do if you're hungry and in the area.

I was amused that I had to tell the order taker…More »

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 37. Pizzelle - CLOSED

50 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 362-2228

Categories: Pizza, Italian

Neighbourhood: Financial District

2.0 star rating
  10/29/2008

Sometimes you know better, but you go for it anyway.  On the rare occasion, you will find glory, but usually you wonder why you bothered.

This place features pizza and pasta.  The sign for salads was partially obscured by the drink case, and when I…More »

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 38. Banana House

321 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 981-9090

Category: Thai

2.0 star rating
  11/11/2008

There is nothing better than a good Thai restaurant close to work or home.  Sadly, I'm still looking for one.

You'd think that if the Banana House folks were veg-savvy enough to offer veggie versions of many dishes, and ask if egg was OK in my Pad…More »

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 39. Morning Brew Cafe

401 Sansome St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 986-4206

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Financial District

4.0 star rating
  Update - 1/15/2012

Credit cards now accepted, with a minimum order.  The menu is expanding (although the new items are all meat-based), and the staff is still very friendly and gets orders up very quickly.  I'm a regular.

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/4/2011

    Folks are friendly, the coffee's decent, and there are a few veggie sandwiches to choose from.  I… Read more »

 40. Wildflower Cafe

411 Sansome St
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 956-4906

Categories: American (New), Buffets

Neighbourhood: Financial District

3.0 star rating
  8/4/2011

Pick your own lunch - $6.99/pound for everything.  Lots of variety and everything looked fresh.  The flavors of the sauces were good, but I'd prefer them a little less saucy.  I wonder exactly how much oil/butter I consumed there...

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