American Fish
Last Call at Nobhill Tavern
Saying goodbye never tasted so good
March 12th, 2013
Michael Mina’s homage to the tavern takes its final bow on March 30, ending a nearly 12-year run. But instead of going gently into that good night, Nobhill Tavern, which made some of the best Cable Cars in town, is ending it by going back to the beginning. Read more »
Dishing
Shrimp and Grits, American Fish
May 31st, 2012
Grits are a peculiar foodstuff that is oft abused in the wrong hands. Read more »
A Small Bite
Heart and Sole
Aria offers three multi-course dinners for lovers in February
January 19th, 2012
The way to your lover’s heart is through his or her stomach. Or so says Aria, which will present three signature seasonal tasting menus throughout the property in February. And each is less than $100 per person, allowing you to spoil your lover to your heart’s—and wallet’s—content. Read more »
Diner's Notebook
Coffee and cupcakes, steak and martinis, and brunch according to Rick Moonen
September 8th, 2011
There is a new sheriff in town at the Hard Rock: 35 Steaks & Martinis (693-5585) just replaced Rare 120 as the hotel’s signature steak joint. Read more »
Diner's Notebook
Show dining at Aria, a tasteful jaunt, a noodle find and the British are coming
August 25th, 2011
If you’ve been hankering to dine upscale at one of Aria’s heavy hitters, there is good news: The resort is offering early evening menus and Viva Elvis show packages in eight of its best restaurants—American Fish, Blossom, Jean-Georges Steakhouse, Julian Serrano, Lemongrass, Sage, Sirio and Union. Read more »
Feature
7 Great Comforts
Our food critic shares the dishes that feel and taste just right during the holidays
November 25th, 2010
No time of year resonates more for comfort foods than the one between Thanksgiving and Christmas. This is a time for office parties and cozy dinners with friends, and the colder weather makes heavier, more filling dishes justifiable. I admit, I’m biased in favor of foods one would call indulgent, but let’s face it, so are most people. Here are my seven choices for most comfortable dishes in town: Read more »
Dishing
Prime Rib Sandwich at American Fish
June 24th, 2010
The 45-ounce dry-aged Angus prime rib is salt-baked for about 45 minutes at 275 degrees, then rested and sliced thin. This delight is served on a grilled ciabatta with oven-roasted tomatoes, pickled red onions and horseradish crème fraiche. Read more »
