Vince N.
Yelp
We've been here more times than I anticipated as I'm not one to patronize hotel outlets. But, that's the way our cookie crumbled on this particular weekend. Plus, if you're staying in the hotel, you receive a use it or lose it $35 daily "credit" good for F&B. It's actually the mandatory daily amenity fee you're already paying, in reverse, if you will. Genius idea BTW.
ATMOSPHERE:
They're the lobby bar of W San Francisco. Smooth house tunes constantly played overhead, complete with an electric fireplace, floor-to-ceiling windows with festive string light decor, sofas, high tops, bar seating and even a retro arcade game table.
RESERVATIONS:
Not needed.
DINNER MENU:
Bar-style apps, soups, pizzas, steak, poultry, desserts. Broad drink list.
BEVERAGE:
JCB Crémant
Our gang enjoyed a bottle of this sparkling wine prior to dinner at nearby Mourad. Ultra smooth.
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc - $15.00
The spouse and I enjoyed this polished SB thereafter.
Knighted Mule - $19.00
I told you we were here more than anticipated! My vice, vodka, was refreshing and citrusy.
FOOD:
Truffle Fries - $12.00
Thankfully there wasn't a hint of nasty truffle oil at all. Now, if we're talking about the real deal, go ahead and shave it on! Crispy & served hot.
Chips & Dip - $9.00
The simplest things in life are the best! Kettle chips and creamy buttermilk dip, period.
Crispy Chicken Wings - $20.00 (8 pcs.)
We opted for buffalo sauce which was mild in spice but not flavor. Why are chicken wings so pricey everywhere?
Pepperoni Pizza - $22.00
Mushrooms were included. I'm not a fan of thin crusts but theirs was decent as it had some chew to it and wasn't cracker-like. I like cheese but man, someone had a heavy hand in the kitchen. We also had to ask for more sauce as it was severely lacking.
SERVICE:
Bartenders were friendly and attentive, as was the server.
OVERALL:
If you don't feel like venturing out of the hotel, you could do a lot worse.