Food for Thought April 7, 2015

POWER LUNCHES, PART 1

This week is all about power lunches. Our days could get incredibly busy sometimes that we forget to take a lunch break. Perhaps it's because of the poor food options that we have at the pantry. Worry no more! Here's a list of great lunches right at the San Francisco's Financial District area!

Ramen Underground:

What's Special About it:
For lunch, you should order the Tonkotsu Ramen, boiled egg and green onion. Be prepared though - there usually is a line during lunch time, so better go a little early.

What Customers Say:
"A hearty portion of soup and noodles with just the right amount of spice.  I got the spicy miso with green onion and the chicken dumpling.  Let me say, the noodles were very fresh and cooked just right, al dente.  I highly recommend the dumplings as they were not very fatty or filled with dark meat (looked like white meat).  Solid, solid ramen.  Well done."

What Else to Order:
Braised pork belly

Location:
356 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108

Neighborhood:
b/t Bush St & Pine St in Chinatown, Financial District


Baladie Gourmet Cafe

What's Special About it:
For lunch, get the Lentil Soup and Gyro. This Mediterranean place promises great gyros and fries as well as other dishes. The price is very reasonable and they stay open a little later than most Financial District establishments.

What Customers Say:
"We were hungry & this place hit the spot! Delicious chicken breast shawarma & delicious Greek salad!! Yum! Tasty & good service too!!"

What Else to Order:
mediterranean mixed salad and dip platter with dolmas

Location:
337 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108

Neighborhood:

b/t Bush St & Pine St in Chinatown, Financial District

Boxed Foods Company


What's Special About it: 

You will never want to skip lunch with their selection of sandwiches, salads, Panini, chips, drinks, and sides. Friendly staff and surprisingly short lines at lunch time.

What Customers Say: 

“The chicken trust-me is always a pleasant surprise -- and the honey-lime can't be beat.”

What Else to Order:

Boxed chicken salad
Location:

245 Kearny St

San Francisco, CA 94108

Neighborhood:

b/t Hardie Pl & Sutter St in Financial District, Union Square