BAY AREA & SF
The bay is were I lived most my life, so I have been trying to find the best food spots here. Other than food there is plenty to do here. For hikes there is the edgewood park, coyote hills park, and dish park. My favorite beaches are Montera Beach and Ocean Beach. I also love walking around Stanford and the Stanford Mall.
Zareen’s :It’s my favorite restaurant of all time. The vibe is immaculate. The food is out of this world. You can taste the passion. I have been eating here since it has opened and has been stuffing my face with it since. The garlic naan, sizzling boti chicken, chicken tikka masala, and the mango lassi make me content. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $15-20$)
Back-a-yard: This is the first place I had Jamaican food and it blew me away. The chicken is grilled with pimento which causes an incredibly smokey flavor. The Curry Goat and Jerk chicken are my number ones. (Average Price for 1 person with no drink is $12-15)
The Refuge: This place was on diners, drive-ins, and Dives with Guy Fieri so that tells you something. Also if you a pastrami type of dude this place is for you. I’m not that type of guy, BUT the other stuff they got here is solid. I like the Philly cheesesteaks and the wings as well as the burgers. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $18-$25)
De Afghnan: This place is close to my heart. As an Afghan, this is where I would get my Afghan kabob fix. I already had great Afghani food at home, but this place has 10/10 kabobs. I recommend the chicken, beef tikka, and chapli kabob. And do not forget the Potato Bolani for an appetizer or else you gonna get FOMO. If you care about your life and rice you should always get your entree with the brown rice, which is ultra flavorful basmati rice (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $13-$18)
Kabul: This is also another Afghan Restaurant. I like De Afghanan better but this place is still very good. The service is also better than De Afganan. The Lamb Kabobs are amazing and so is the creamy Lawang. Like I said above if you care about your life you have to get the brown rice. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $20-$35)
Shalizaar: A nice and quaint Persian Restaurant. The homemade unlimited lavash they give is amazing. It pairs well with any dish. You also have to get the tahdig with 2 stews, which is my death row meal. The Lamb, Koobideh, and Chicken Kabobs are grand. And if you order in Farsi you might get extra food, which has happened to me. (Average Price for 1 person with no drink is $16-$25)
Siamese Kitchen: I don’t know but I think this is my favorite pad thai I have ever had. It is spicy, sweet, and savory. There is a lot of spices here. I have not had a bad dish here. I also love the Rama Curry which is a Peanut Based Red curry which just spits in your face with flavor. (Average Price for 1 person with no drink is $15-$22)
Apple Fritter: This is my go-to breakfast spot with my dear friend Trent. Every time we go we split an apple fritter and talk about meaningless nonsense for about an hour. I love the sausage scrambles, egg sandwiches, and APPLE FRITTERS! Probably one of my favorite donuts I have ever put in my glutton body. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $10-$15)
Lorenzo’s sandwiches: I have not been but I hear it’s one of the best sandwiches in the bay area from many Sandwiches Connoisseurs (Adam Fox).
Mazra: This is my 2nd Favorite Restaurant in the bay. Like Zareens the food and vibes are heavenly. Honestly, Everything I’ve had on this menu brings a tear to my eye. It is a Palestinian/Lebanese eatery that hits on every level. The Rotisserie chicken is out of this world. The staff is also always very friendly and makes you feel like an actual person of importance. (Average Price for 1 person with no drink is $16-$25)
Takahashi market: Spectacular Hawaiian Food! Everything tastes like it’s homemade and made with love. My favorites are the furikake salmon/chicken and any poke. (Average Price for 1 person with no drink is $12-$16)
Cobani: Turkish Food of the highest quality. Alejandro (the very talented artist who did the design for my logo) put me on to this gem. The Kabob plates, Fries, Appetizers, and Turkish Knafe provide great satisfaction to anyone who stomachs how much food they give you. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $15-$20)
Zeni: My favorite Ethiopian place ever! Adonai and Senai put me on this spot and god bless them for it. It is spectacular, to say the least. You gotta get the Meat and veggie combo if you with enough people because it really shows you the variety of Ethiopia’s Cuisine. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $15-$25)
Ramen Nagi: This place always got a line but always moves down it fast because they give you the food right away. The broth they use is worth just coming for, not to mention the noodles. If I ate pork I would love this place every more but I’m perfectly fine with eating my veggie ramen. And when they got the chicken karaage, don’t be scared, order it as fast you can. (Average Price for 1 person with no drink is $13-$17)
San Francisco
San Francisco is indescribable. The architecture and the places you can go are so unique. If you visit though, you can skip the trip to Pier 39, it is very overrated and there are many other places that worth more of your time. I’m just going to list my favorite places to walk around: Lyon street, Palace of Fine Arts, the Wood Line, The Presidio, Ina Coolbrith Park, Hayes Street, Lands End, Ocean Beach, Haight Street, and cant forget Sausalito!.
Aria Korean tapas: God-tier Korean fried chicken. Everything I have had his amazing, the kimchi fried rice, the tacos, and the bulgogi all prove to me that this place is a 10. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $8-$15)
La Taqueria: If your in SF and your not brain dead there is no way you’re not going here. I’m pretty sure this place is voted the best burrito in the world and it definitely is in my opinion. Just order a burrito Mission Style and be amazed at how many burritos do not even compare to this beautiful bitch. Also, the tacos with hard and soft shells have a special place in my heart. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $8-$12)
Auntie April’s chicken: Haven’t bean heard it’s very good
Cha Cha Cha: One of my top dogs Andrew put me on to this place and it’s a certified HITTER. It’s a tapas place so everything is made to be shared. For best results go with 4 or more people. Get the wings, ceviche, Cajun Shrimp (Andrews Favorite), and Jerk Chicken if you want to have a good time. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $15-$20)
Tommy’s joint: An American place that gives big portions. The brisket and stuffing are simply wonderful. Shoutout to that one Andy Roy Video that put me on! (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $12-$16
Senior Sisig: Fabulous Filipino Food! They are a fusion spot with a great mix between Filipino Cuisine and Mexican food. I love the Chicken Adobo and the garlic peanuts. (Average Price for 1 person with no drink is $12-$16)
Hot Sauce and panko: Never been but heard they got some amazing Wings.
Tartine Bakery Manufacturing: Amazing Sourdough, cookies, and croissants. I have spent many times ordering a cookie, coffee, and sourdough and accidentally eating half the sourdough loaf. (Average Price for 1 person no drink is $8-$15)