Brunch in San Francisco: Eats, El Mil Amores, Boogaloos, Art’s Café, Zazie, and Mymy

Left: Toastaquiles made with soft-scrambled eggs, fried corn tortillas, guajillo chili sauce, avocado, crema, cotija, and cilantro

Right: Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Sandwich made with Thai green curry, basil, cilantro, serrano peppers, pickled carrots, and daikon, served with fried potatoes

I've been to many a brunch in my day and it seems like time to share some places I've tried recently (i.e. in the past year). 

Last May I visited Eats, a brunch restaurant on Clement and 2nd in the Inner Richmond, with a large group of family and friends. I remember being impressed by the Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Sandwich made with Thai green curry, basil, cilantro, serrano peppers, pickled carrots, and daikon, served with fried potatoes. It had a nice, tangy flavor and provided a decent amount of protein to continue my day. Next time, I may try the Caramelized Custard French Toast or the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich.

Eats 

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50 Clement St., San Francisco, CA 94118

Open: Wednesday - Monday 8am - 2pm

Chilaquiles made with fried corn tortilla, salsa roja (left) and verde (right), choice of meat, scrambled eggs, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, onion, and refried black beans

Left: Huevos Rancheros made with fried corn tortillas, refried black beans, fried eggs, and red poblana sauce

Right: Tres Leches Pancakes

Around this time last year, I visited El Mil Amores Restaurant with my dining companion and a good friend for the first time. Located on 21st and Florida in the Mission, this busy spot serves brunch classics and Mexican favorites alike. We ordered a few dishes: Chilaquiles with both red and green salsa, Huevos Rancheros, and Tres Leches Pancakes. Although I don't remember the specifics, I remember thinking this was a fun environment to catch up with friends like sharing a side of sweet pancakes. The line was long, so I would try to come by early or on a weekday.

El Mil Amores Restaurant

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2780 21st St., San Francisco, CA 94110

Open: Daily 8am - 3pm

Classic Cubano made with roasted pork, smoked ham, pickles, mustard, Swiss cheese, and a grilled roll, served with yuca fries

In early September of last year, I visited Boogaloos, a well-loved breakfast and lunch spot on the corner of 22nd and Valencia in the Mission, with a good friend. They serve the brunch foods you're looking for with a Latin and Caribbean twist. I ordered the Classic Cubano made with roasted pork, smoked ham, pickles, mustard, Swiss cheese, and a grilled roll, served with yuca fries. It hit the spot and was quite sizable. I would recommend Boogaloos for anyone looking for good food in a bit of sunshine.

Boogaloos 

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3296 22nd St., San Francisco, CA 94110

Open: Daily 9am - 3pm

Spicy Pork Bibimbap

Last September I stopped by Art’s Café, a family-owned diner on Irving and 9th in the Inner Sunset, with a good friend. They're known for serving traditional American breakfast and lunch items, as well as Korean hits. I tried the Spicy Pork Bibimbap, which came with a sunny side up egg, vegetables, homemade kimchi, and gochujang sauce. As a long-term fan of bibimbap, I remember liking this meal and having an alternative to the American brunch dishes I'm used to. Next time, I may stop by on a weekday and try a Hash Brown Sandwich made with Dakgogi chicken or the pork belly sandwich.

Art’s Café 

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747 Irving St., San Francisco, CA 94122

Open: Tuesday - Sunday 7:30am - 3pm

Left: Maya's Toast à l'avocat made with rustic levain, avocados, pine nut pesto, goat cheese, and eggs over easy, served with home fries

Right: Victor’s Home-Made Coffee Cake with raspberry jam and brown sugar crumble

Later that September I visited Zazie, a popular French restaurant on Cole between Carl and Parnassus in Cole Valley, for the first time. With a good friend who loves Zazie, she knew to order their famous coffee cake, which comes with jam and a brown sugar crumble on top. I tried one of their specials: Maya's Toast à l'avocat made with rustic levain, avocados, pine nut pesto, goat cheese, and eggs over easy, served with home fries. I remember enjoying the food and the experience, which reminded me of so many nice meals I had at La Note and Café Clem in Berkeley over the years.

Zazie 

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941 Cole St., San Francisco, CA 94117

Brunch: Monday - Friday 8am - 2pm & Saturday - Sunday 9am - 3pm

Dinner: Daily 5 - 9pm

Another Club Sandwich made with grilled thyme garlic chicken, bacon, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, cranberry aioli, fried egg, and smoked mozzarella, served with fries

I visited Mymy, a popular brunch spot on California at Larkin in Nob Hill, for the first time last November with two friends. With a line out the door, this cozy restaurant is made for the brunch crowd, who will be happy to see favorites like pancakes, grits, huevos rancheros, Eggs Benedict, and more on offer. I enjoyed the Another Club Sandwich, which was made with grilled thyme garlic chicken, bacon, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, cranberry aioli, fried egg, and smoked mozzarella and served with fries. I would stop by again the next time I'm looking for a good brunch selection in the neighborhood.

Mymy 

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1500 California St., San Francisco, CA 94109

Open: Daily 9am - 2pm

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Eat in Berkeley: Elmwood Cafe (Pt. 2)

Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich made with Mary's free range chicken, currants, almonds, scallions, house-made mayonnaise, organic greens, and an Acme baguette 

You know a restaurant is a hit when it's covered more than once. Elmwood Cafe is like that for me. After trying their delicious Poached Egg Sandwich back in October, I've been craving more from this quaint neighborhood cafe ever since.

This time I tried the Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich made with Mary's free range chicken, currants, almonds, scallions, house-made mayonnaise, organic greens, and an Acme baguette. In short, it is everything you want in a lunch and then some. The curried chicken is prepared and seasoned perfectly. The fresh bread has the right amount of crunch and all the ingredients in the chicken salad add another layer of dimension.

I've had this sandwich two of the three times I've visited. Next time, I might try the Quiche or the Smoked Salmon Sandwich. Or, maybe the Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich again.

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2900 College Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705
Open: Daily 7am - 9pm

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Eat in Berkeley: The Butcher’s Son Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery

Classic Fried Chicken sandwich made with lettuce, tomato, mayo, pickle chips, and fried chicken on a sesame seed bun

Chicken Parm sandwich made with fried chicken, mozzarella, marinara, and parmesan on a garlic Dutch crunch roll

I visited The Butcher’s Son Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery, a popular vegan spot on University and Milvia in Downtown Berkeley, for the first time in early July. Although I didn't know what to expect, I knew it is well-liked in the area.

I ordered the Chicken Parm sandwich made with fried chicken, mozzarella, marinara, and parmesan on a garlic Dutch crunch roll. Since everything is vegan, I cannot actually tell you what the alternative meat and cheeses were made of, but I can ensure you that they were delicious. I especially enjoyed how they succinctly mimicked the tastes and textures of a traditional chicken parmesan sandwich. I also tried some of the Classic Fried Chicken sandwich — made with lettuce, tomato, mayo, pickle chips, and fried chicken on a sesame seed bun — which was good. 

I appreciate how they offer deli classics in new forms, instead of just being an exclusively healthy alternative. (Vegans deserve hearty foods too!) Moreover, I would definitely return in the future, perhaps trying the Panko Crusted Squash & Ricotta sandwich or the Fish -N- Chips made with jackfruit. If you've been to The Butcher's Son, what would you recommend?

The Butcher’s Son Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery

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1954 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704

Open: Monday - Wednesday 11am - 3pm, Thursday - Friday 11am - 8pm, Saturday - Sunday 10am - 4pm

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Eat in Berkeley: Elmwood Cafe (Pt. 6)

Breakfast Sandwich with mushroom, organic egg, Havarti, and Gruyere on levain


Poached Egg Sandwich with tomato jam, Niman Ranch bacon, poached organic egg, herbed mayonnaise, and arugula on sliced sourdough

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Like many weekends, we stopped by Elmwood Cafe for brunch. I ordered the Poached Egg Sandwich with house-made tomato jam, Niman Ranch bacon, poached organic egg, herbed mayonnaise, and arugula on sliced sourdough. It was as good (and messy) as expected. Since the last time I had this sandwich, they've replaced the sliced heirloom tomatoes with tomato jam. The tomato jam gave the sandwich a richness that I liked. My dining companion ordered the Breakfast Sandwich with mushroom, organic egg, Havarti, and Gruyere on levain, which he seemed to enjoy. The eggs were hard-boiled to perfection and the cheeses provided a lot of flavor. We ordered a latte each, which were as good as usual.

If you've visited Elmwood Cafe recently, what did you try?

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2900 College Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705
Open: Daily 7am - 9pm

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Eat in Berkeley: Elmwood Cafe (Pt. 3)

Smoked Salmon Sandwich with cream cheese, cucumbers, pickled red onions, and lemon pepper on Acme Levain


Cinnamon Currant Toast with whipped cream cheese and blackberry apple jam  

This past weekend I visited a favorite cafe of mine, Elmwood Cafe on College. Previously I had the Poached Egg Sandwich and Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich, both of which were really good.

This time around I tried the Smoked Salmon Sandwich with the Cinnamon Currant Toast on the side. The open-faced sandwich was layered with cream cheese, smoked salmon, cucumbers, pickled red onions, and then sprinkled with pepper. The salty and sour flavors complemented each other nicely. 

The Cinnamon Currant Toast was a nice way to end the meal on a sweet note. The bread was soft and swirled with cinnamon. The cream cheese and blackberry apple jam joined together to make the toast even more special, but not too decadent. In short, I would definitely order these again. 

If you've visited Elmwood Cafe lately, what did you try?

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2900 College Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705

Open: Daily 7am - 9pm

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Eat in Santa Monica: Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery

The Godmother made with prosciutto, ham, capi cola, mortadella, Genoa salami, and Provolone cheese 


The Meatball sandwich made with homemade meatballs, spaghetti sauce, and parmesan cheese

While visiting Los Angeles in December, we stopped by Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery on Lincoln and Broadway in Santa Monica for lunch. I've been a couple times before, but it had been a few years.

At Italian delis, I seem to veer towards hot sandwiches that are often entrees put between two slices of bread. This time I went for a classic: the Meatball sandwich. It was made with homemade meatballs, spaghetti sauce, and parmesan cheese — everything I want in a meatball sandwich. My dining companion tried The Godmother, a signature sandwich made with prosciutto, ham, capi cola, mortadella, Genoa salami, and Provolone cheese. He enjoyed it as well.

Beyond the great service, no wait (maybe we were lucky), and fair prices, I also really like exploring the grocery part of Bay Cities. We picked up a few options for our stay in town: meatballs and sauce, pasta, mozzarella, and some sweets for good measure.

Next time I'm in the area I will definitely stop by for lunch, maybe trying another hot sandwich like the Eggplant Parm or Sausage.

Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery

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1517 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401

Open: Wednesday - Sunday 9am - 6pm

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Eat in San Francisco: 'wichcraft

Roasted turkey sandwich with avocado, bacon, onion relish, and aioli

One of the perks of working on the weekend is that I get to order in lunch. This past weekend, I happened to have my camera with me the same day that my delivered food was surprisingly photogenic.

This was my first time ordering from 'wichcraft, a sandwich place on Mission at 5th in SOMA, and it certainly won't be my last. Mesmerized by the photos on their website, I ordered the roasted turkey sandwich with a California twist: avocado, bacon, and aioli. Needless to say, the sandwich was equal parts hearty and trendy, two traits I (generally) like in my food.

All in all, if you're looking for a solid sandwich for lunch, 'wichcraft is worth checking out.

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 868 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94103
Open: Monday - Friday 8 - 6, Saturday - Sunday 10 - 6

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Eat in Oakland: Poppy Bagels

Green Garden bagel sandwich made with jalapeño serrano cream cheese, cucumber, green olives, microcelery, scallion, lemon, olive oil, salt, and pepper


Seasonal Veg bagel sandwich made with plain cream cheese, avocado, purple radish, micro cilantro, Kuali salsa macha, lemon, and salt flakes

Spicy & Sweet bagel sandwich made with jalapeño serrano cream cheese and local honey

I visited Poppy Bagels, a bagel shop found on Telegraph and 51st in Temescal, for the first time with an old friend about a week ago. After making deliveries and working at farmers' markets for two years, Poppy's first brick & mortar store opened last February in the spot previously occupied by Doña Tomás. 

When we stopped by, I tried the Green Garden bagel sandwich made with jalapeño serrano cream cheese, cucumber, green olives, microcelery, scallion, lemon, olive oil, salt, and pepper. It was divine. The bagel was chewy (read: not too dense) and the flavor combinations were impeccable. I also tried half of my friend's Spicy & Sweet bagel sandwich, which had jalapeño serrano cream cheese and local honey — quite a treat. 

Poppy Bagels has a sizable interior and access to the lovely back patio shared by adjoining businesses. I would definitely make my way back for a bagel brunch that I know will feature delicious food at good prices and friendly service.

Poppy Bagels 

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5004 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA 94609

Open: Wednesday - Sunday 7:30am - 1:30pm 

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Eat in Emeryville: Home Grown Oakland

Fried Egg Sandwich made with avocado, herb Dijon, and tomato on an Acme roll with a spring mix salad

I visited Home Grown Oakland, a relatively new (and rather tiny) brunch spot and juice shop on San Pablo and 65th in Emeryville, for the first time last weekend.

I tried the Fried Egg Sandwich made with avocado, herb Dijon, and tomato on an Acme roll, served with a spring mix salad on the side. The sandwich was as good as it was messy. It had everything I like in a breakfast sandwich: a good portion of protein and fresh vegetables on a perfectly baked bun. I would definitely order it the next time I stop by.

If you've visited Home Grown Oakland, what do you recommend trying?

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6501 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville, CA 94608
Open: Monday - Saturday 9 - 4, Sunday 10 - 3

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Eat in Burbank: Porto's Bakery & Café

Porto's Veggie sandwich with roasted eggplant, red bell peppers, and zucchini, with Havarti cheese, hummus spread, lettuce, and tomatoes on wheat, served with plantain chips


 Cubano sandwich with pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, butter, and mustard and mayonnaise mix on Cuban bread, served with plantain chips


Red Velvet Cupcake and an Iced Mocha


Carrot cake and Parisian chocolate cake

I stopped by Porto's Bakery & Café with my mom for the first time last week. This Cuban bakery is known for their huge selection of baked goods, cakes, and sandwiches. When we visited their Burbank location on W. Magnolia Boulevard, we tried a bit of each.

For lunch, I had a Cubano sandwich made with pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, butter, and mustard and mayonnaise mix on Cuban bread, while my mom ordered Porto's Veggie sandwich with roasted eggplant, red bell peppers, zucchini, Havarti, hummus spread, lettuce, and tomatoes on wheat. Both were very good and filling. The ingredients were all very fresh, especially the bread they baked in-house. They came with a side of light and crunchy plantain chips.

For dessert, we ordered a Red Velvet Cupcake, Carrot cake, and Parisian chocolate cake, all of which were very moist. The cupcake had a good helping of cream cheese frosting on top, while the Parisian had a creamy chocolate mousse-like layer. I also had a delicious Iced Mocha, which was as chocolaty as I desired.

What's great about Porto's is that it's very well-priced and the wait is pretty manageable given how popular it is. The next time I stop by, I'll try the Cappuccino Mousse or the Caramel Flan.

If you've visited Porto's, what did you enjoy trying?

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3614 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA 91505
Open: Monday - Saturday 6:30am - 8pm, Sunday 7 - 7

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Eat in Oakland: Oeste

Pibil Chicken sandwich made with slow-cooked chicken, achiote sauce, avocado, and pickled onions


Vegan Sandwich made with cauliflower, cucumber, red bell pepper, and lime cucumber almond spread


Charcuterie & Cheese sandwich made with salami, green olives, Romesco, and San Joaquin Gold cheese


Brie & Apple sandwich made with brie, pink lady apples, arugula, and Dijon mustard


Tuna Nicoise made with house-poached tuna, little gem lettuce, boiled egg, Yukon Gold potatoes, tomatoes, green olives, and lemon vinaigrette


Chicken Confit & Lentil salad made with chicken, lentils with herbs and vegetables, arugula, radicchio, and pomegranate vinaigrette


Oeste's Spanish Tortilla made with eggs, potatoes, onions, olive oil, salt, and pepper


Espresso Tonic, made with espresso, tonic syrup, and mineral water, and Lavender Oat Milk Latte, made with lavender syrup and creamy oat milk


Pecan Bread Pudding with bourbon-lemon sauce

A week ago I was invited to attend a media preview of Oeste, a cafe located on Clay between 7th and 8th Streets in Old Oakland. Right next to their bar by the same name, the new cafe offers a variety of sandwiches and salads, special treats like Spanish tortilla and bread pudding, and delicious coffee drinks like the Lavender Oat Milk Latte.

I had the opportunity to try a bit of everything. The salads were made with fresh ingredients, while the sandwiches had the dynamic flavors I like. I really enjoyed the Lavender Oat Milk Latte, whose lavender flavor wasn't overpowering.

I would definitely stop by Oeste the next time I'm looking for brunch in Old Oakland. If you've been to Oeste, what do you recommend trying?

Thanks to Christina of East Bay Dish for the invitation!

Oeste

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730 Clay St., Oakland, CA 94607
Open: Tuesday - Friday 6:30am - 3pm, Saturday 8:30am - 2:30pm, Sunday 11am - 2:30pm

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Eat in San Francisco: The Richfield

Everything Bagel with cream cheese


Brekkie Sandwich made with a folded omelette, cheddar, bacon, tomato, special house sauce, and avocado on sourdough

Brekkie Sandwich made with a folded omelette, cheddar, bacon, tomato, and special house sauce


Left: Flat White and Turmeric Latte

Right: Latte

The Richfield is a cozy coffee and breakfast spot found on 5th between California and Cornwall in the Inner Richmond. Since they use the inside for their operations, they've lined up bistro tables and chairs to the left and you order from the window in the center.

In the handful of times I've visited in the past year, I've tried their Brekkie Sandwich and Everything Bagels. The Brekkie Sandwich is made with a folded omelette, cheddar, bacon, tomato, special house sauce, and your choice of bread. It hits all the right notes: enough protein to start your day, dynamic flavor, and is big enough to keep you going. They also serve a variety of bagels from The Laundromat – a hip bagel and pizza spot in the Outer Richmond (review forthcoming!) – in Plain, Everything, and Cinnamon Raisin. These bagels are some of the best in the area and it's nice to be able to walk a few blocks, versus bus a few miles, to get my hands on them in the morning. 

The Richfield also serves some of the best espresso drinks in the Inner Richmond. My dining companion and I have enjoyed the Latte and Flat White, in particular. (While the Turmeric Latte is quite photogenic against their turquoise tables, I didn't realize it's not made with coffee, so it didn't provide the zip I require in the morning.)

I would definitely stop by The Richfield for a weekday coffee.

The Richfield

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195 5th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118

Open: Monday - Friday 8am - 3pm, Saturday - Sunday 8:30am - 3:30pm

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Eat in Berkeley: Brazil Fresh Squeeze Cafe

Tri-Tip Sandwich with "The Works" (#84)

The Tri-Tip at Brazil Cafe is one of those legendary sandwiches you must try if you live in Berkeley. It's ranked next to favorites like the Fried Chicken Sandwich at Bakesale Betty in Oakland's Temescal District and anything at Grégoire in Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto. In fact, I'm not sure why I haven't talked about it sooner. (When I first started thinking about reviewing local eateries, Brazil Cafe was in my top ten places worth mentioning.)

The Tri-Tip goes by many names and comes in many forms. I've always ordered #84 – Obama's favorite, according to Pedro the owner – which I believe comes with all the fixins like pineapple, jalapeños, and sour cream. The sandwich itself has the best beef tri-tip you've ever had, along with lettuce, tomatoes, and grilled onions in freshly baked bread. They add a tangy sauce that brings all the flavors together perfectly.

I've visited the shack many times during college as well as their old restaurant on Shattuck, which has since moved further along University. I've also had the Mango Smoothie, another delicious and refreshing treat in which they're known.

Eating a delicious sandwich at Brazil Cafe is the perfect treat for a warm summer day. Just remember to ask for extra napkins. You will need them.

Here are a few more photos of this glorious sammy at slightly different angles. Yum.

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2161 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Open: Daily 11:30am - 8:30pm

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Eat in San Francisco: Breadbelly

Fig-Honey Danish made with figs, honey cream, dark summer jam, and toasted sesame

Breakfast Sandwich made with a fried egg, smoked ham, gruyere, sweet and sour kale, and fermented chili paste on a pandesal bun

Right: Blueberry Violet Lassis

In early September, I visited Breadbelly, a popular bakery and cafe serving pastries balancing Asian and Californian influences, with friends for the first time. Located on Clement and 15th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, Breadbelly is known for their impressive selection of exquisite pastries, sandwiches, and signature drinks.

We tried a few things when we visited: the Fig-Honey Danish, the Breakfast Sandwich, and the Blueberry Violet Lassis. The danish — made with figs, honey cream, dark summer jam, and toasted sesame – was as delicious as it is photogenic. Although I can't remember what it tasted like exactly so many months later, it's clear that it has a flakey crust, reminiscent of a kouign-amann, perfectly prepared figs, and so many sesame seeds to boot. The Breakfast Sandwich was made with a fried egg, smoked ham, gruyere, sweet and sour kale, and fermented chili paste on a pandesal bun — more sophisticated than your traditional morning sandwich. My friend seemed to enjoy his Blueberry Violet Lassis as well.

While quite a trek from Oakland, if I visited Breadbelly in the future, I would try the Kaya Toast, Curry Bun, Sesame Horchata, or one of the other delectable pastries or drinks they serve.

Breadbelly

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1408 Clement St., San Francisco, CA 94118

Open: Thursday - Monday 9am - 2pm

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