The Best New Allset Restaurants to Try in November
One thinks of November as a month that is in between Halloween and Christmas. But should you? There are numbers of reasons to love November, but we’re not going to list all of them here, just 10 great places with great food. Skip the dishes, skip the gym (occasionally), stop by with the friends and share a delicious meal.
True Food Kitchen — Palo Alto
It’s all in the name. True Food Kitchen’s mission is to defy the idea that “healthy and tasty food are two different” things. If you were intimidated by kale, there’s a tasty Organic Tuscan Kale salad to set you straight and make your momma proud that you finally eat vegetables. All the menu items are made from organic ingredients freshly picked and served with a passion for good and tasty food. SEE MENU
Pica Pica — San Francisco
Venezuela is not only known as the country with a high number of Misses Universe. It also has one of the most delectable cuisines in the world. Founded by Leopoldo Lopez Gil, the father, and his daughter Adriana Lopez Vermut, Pica Pica is dedicated to the celebration of good food. Visit them to try Arepas — a savory corn pocket stuffed with mouth-watering goodness such as pulled pork or chicken, or Cachapas — a Venezuelan pancake with white cheese. SEE MENU
Co Nam — San Francisco
Vietnam stays nice and hot all year around just like its most famous dish — the Pho Soup, when freshly served. Co Nam is a slice of Vietnam located on Polk Street in San Francisco. It prides itself keeping a tradition of fixing yummy Vietnamese classics, like crispy rolls and Bird’s Nest. SEE MENU
Dolce Amore — San Francisco
Dolce Amore is a modern European bistro and gallery with a delicious menu full of such gems as Brussels Belgian Waffle and Dungeness Crab Sandwich. Wholesome and fresh, are the words to come to mind to describe their delicious menu items. SEE MENU
The Old Spaghetti Factory — Downtown — San Jose
Hearty and succulent pasta is one thing that instantly warms the heart and belly. Located right in the downtown, the Old Spaghetti Factory offers a great variety of outrageously delicious pastas. Their rich meat sauce with browned butter followed by spumoni ice cream will leave you full and happy.
Goldie’s — Los Angeles
Goldie’s is in the heart of LA. It’s a stylish and hip place, with the good tasty food, including such marvels as Golden Burger with a special sauce, Creamy Chicken Rigatoni with sun-dried tomatoes, and Kale Salad with kohlrabi and pecorino. SEE MENU
Pinch Chinese — NYC
A vet of the Taipei-based Din Tai Fung chain helms this Chinese spot which specializes in Xiaolongbao (steamed dumplings). If you are a busy bee in a big city like New York, Pinch Chinese is a great spot to replenish and don’t overspend. SEE MENU
Hello Saigon — NYC
Hello Saigon, is like “Good Morning Vietnam” uttered by Robin Williams in the movie in the way that it’s memorable and to the point. This homey but modern restaurant serves well-known traditional dishes that you’d find from a Vietnamese street food vendor. SEE MENU
Kama Bistro — Chicago
Plop yourselves on soft pillows and gaze at soothing purple walls of Kama Bistro. The place offers traditional goodies of Indian cuisine with a modern twist highlighted in featured dishes like Roganjosh/Curry and Kadai Wok Masala with your choice of protein, and an array of wonderful cocktails. SEE MENU
Blu 57 Seafood & Small Plater — Chicago
Elegant and charming, first two words to cross your mind when you enter this place at 5701 Clark Street North in Chicago. Blu 57 is one of the best new BYOB restaurants serving seafood, dry aged steaks, and eclectic small plates from chef de cuisine Joe Sukjam. Give a try their Squid Ink Pasta, Lobster Curry Risotto, and Smoked Mussels in White Wine Sauce. SEE MENU
More additions to Allset worth a special mention: (San Francisco and the Bay Area) The New Spot On Polk, Kirk’s Steakburgers — Palo Alto, House of Falafel — Cupertino; (Los Angeles) Belle Vie, Prime Cutts, Kebab Place — Santa Ana; (NYC) Sal Anthony’s, The Gyro Shop, Venisalvi, Lemony Greek Yeero Bar, Al Vicoletto, Rocky’s — 34th St., Russian Samovar, Kitchen at Cobble Hill — Brooklyn, Bijan’s — Brooklyn; (Chicago) Bullhead Cantina; (Boston) Rigoletto Ristorante.
