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!

Dosa on a Monday

During my Japanese class last night, my delightful teacher happened to mention that she had had an amazing curry the night before which immediately got my taste buds tingling for a quality Indian. One restaurant that has been recommended again and again was Dosa in the Mission. Not faulting them for still having a Valentine's promotion on their website we headed to Valencia and they were able to accommodate a last minute table for 2. The restaurant was packed, ON A MONDAY, this city never ceases to amaze and there is supposedly this recession thing going on, clearly not for lovers of South Indian cuisine! For those of you unfamiliar with the Dosa based menu it does take some getting used to, no Tikka Masala and the like and mainly vegetarian. We ordered the enormous spicy lentil Dosa and some of the Chennai chicken, all very tasty washed down with a couple of Kingfishers. If you are looking for a fun, funky, friendly Indian fare, Dosa is waiting for you.