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While Southern California is well known for its Mexican food, tacos, and fish; Northern California, especially San Francisco is known for its Asian cuisine! Zzan is a Korean restaurant serving fresh food in a vibrant atmosphere. This is a great spot if you’re looking for a relaxed spot with drinks and delicious food! Fun factContinue reading “Zzan”

This meal didn’t even make it to the photos because it was SO GOOD! I didn’t actually visit the restaurant, I had to order due to a work commitment (which is why I was in SF to begin with) but I am so glad this place was on DoorDash and I got to try it.Continue reading “Senor Sisig”

Okay, I know this spot is not limited to San Francisco, but I just HAD to mention it because if you are in California it is a MUST. While In n Out has now opened locations across the US, it didn’t always used to be like that. Until about 2014 I’d say, they were exclusivelyContinue reading “In n Out”

If you didn’t guess from the name, this spot specializes in birria! Not only do they have birria tacos, but they have birria ramen, birria tortas, and more! The birria ramen looked and sounded divine, but in staying true to birria, we went with birria tacos! The birria tacos come loaded with the slow braisedContinue reading “Birrieria Guadalajara”

Oh CaliTaco… how you deceived me! Let me give you some background. On our trip to the LA area, we always always always get tacos multiple times. So for lunch one day the hubby and I were looking for somewhere close and local to grab a few tacos for a quick lunch. Upon Google searching,Continue reading “CaliTaco”

Roscoe’s Chicken & Waffles have been around since 1975! That is a long time to be slinging chicken and waffles. This spot has been a staple in the LA area for years and has even been a dining spot for celebrities over the years. While they are most well known for the chicken and waffles,Continue reading “Roscoe’s”

If you go to California it is a rule that you have to get tacos at least once. There are so many unbelievable taco stands and shops all across the state and especially in the southern part of the state. There are also a lot of fish taco options since seafood is readily available andContinue reading “Tacos La Calle”

Alright, we’ve all seen Erewhon and the ridiculousness that it is – I might get hate for that but it is a bit ridiculous how much this grocery store charges. Yes, it is in LA, but why are we paying over $20 for a smoothie? While in LA, I of course had to check itContinue reading “Erewhon”

If y’all thought you knew charcuterie boards, think again! La Prosciutteria is on a whole different level with some crazy and giant boards that will cost you less than buying a pack of cheese and meat from the grocery store. This spot is located in the Navigli district, which is so vibrant and colorful. TheirContinue reading “La Prosciutteria”

If y’all thought I was going to go to Italy and NOT eat pizza at least once, then y’all should know better lol. Pizza is honestly the perfect lunch to grab because it is so easy and quick…quick by Italian standards. Piz a pizza shop located just a few blocks from the Duomo and Palazzo.Continue reading “Piz”