Kuleto double bill - Farallon

Tonight my trusty assistant booked a table at Farallon just off Union Square on Post st. I am still working down my target list and this one has been recommended more than once. After dropping 12 dollars on valet, painful after LA living and also adding to the guilt of even driving at all considering it was close to the office, I entered the restaurant and was served up a magical surprise. Pat Kuleto masterpiece number 2 in the last week, the inside is the Hobbit shire meets Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Fantasy previals in this underwater playground. Top notch service and entrees on the pricier side, nevertheless this fishy joint is a special one. We had Wreck fish entre, which was well presented in a gnochi vegetable broth. No time for dessert as I had to rush off for a squash game. First date spot for brownie points, otherwise client dinner - best experienced in a relaxed manner over a couple of bottles of Pinot.

Range and Bi Rite combo

I have been going on and on for a while now about how Range is one of top favourite spots in the city. Tonight was my 3rd visit and again it didn't disappoint. Top notch, relaxed service, short and funky menu and great wine selection. They kindly accommodated us at the last minute and got us a seat in the back which is the most homey. We started with the classic asparagus soup and soft shell crab and then followed with the chicken and the cod. Poor old chicken is often overlooked on menus but here stands out as one of their house specialties. In its 3rd year of existence Range still delivers on its original mission of simple, relaxed dining made with locally sourced, fresh, organic ingredients. The menu is constantly evolving and this husband wife combo team are definitely here to stay. Make sure to book in advance to avoid disappointment

As a part 2 to the evening, we headed to the famous Bi Rite for ice cream. Miraculously this tiny take away joint had a queue of people on a chilly evening at 9pm. Hats off, it was good enough to take a pint home but I am still a sucka for good ol fashioned Rocky Road, must be the Kentucky boy in me!

Waterbar - classy joint by the water

Romantic, sophisticated with views of the bridge and large fish watching you eat other fish. This is Waterbar on the Embarcadero, one of Pat Kuleto's hot spots. It is nothing like his wood paneled Boulevard, although be warned it is also on the pricier side. Start off with Oysters at the bar with a glass of champagne and then head to a table for some proper fish action. We kicked off with the scallops, the yellowtail and the octopus, all delicious. Being a bad greek and not generally being a fan of octopus, the chef really delivered and had me savouring each mouthful. Main course was the Dorade with mushroom ravioli, highly recommended and make sure to get some of the baby miso carrots on the side. If you are entertaining clients, friends or family from out of town this is the spot - head there for sunset cocktails, then dinner and finish down the road at La Mar for a Pisco sour or two

Its time for a curry - Rotee SF

Have you ever suddenly and inexplicably had the urge for a really good curry? You just have to get your chops around some creamy Chicken Tikka Masala, delve into some Keema naan, pile on some Okra do piazza and top it off with some Aloo Gobi, all swilled down by a large Kingfisher. This dream was all but fulfilled apart from swapping a Maharaja for the Kingfisher at Rotee in the Haight. Simple decor and groovy beats are the backdrop for this perfect little neighborhood Indian / Pakistani restaurant and very kind on the wallet to boot ($10 entrees). The owner is planning to open a third Rotee in the fall in SOMA so watch out for that one. In the meantime, put Rotee on your list for curry spots and make sure to take your time when you get there!