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). Service was fine, and the cavernous space is quite attractive. The first couple of times, we didn’t have a problem with the noise level; however, the last time we were there, the decibel level was so high that it was...

that is Brooklyn. They have heard about Smith Street and the Wililamsburg scene. Personally i applaud thier enthusiasm and want to provide some suggestions, but I look to you to back me up or enlighten me. It seems that many of...

relatives or anything like that), but enjoy it casually. In short, I think it’s a great idea to scout out lesser-known establishments and shine some attention on them. On the other hand, slugging on a subject-line like "2d...

Although Aldea’s space is not huge, it can accommodate a group of 8. Most importantly, the food is delicious and prices are a steal! Another excellent "second-tier" restaurant is Allegretti. In addition to the a la carte...

shooting for the sky. Ideally, what I want to look for is a Peninsula top-tier restaurant that’s longstanding, where the older itamae either owns the building or has a great old lease on a rather plain-ish space...

a lot of money (inventory costs) to keep these expensive bottles available and space(inventory costs) to keep the lesser wines. However, if a restaurant makes you feel uncomfortable because you don’t drink or don’t...

are the best places in America’s 2nd tier?

Restaurant and bar tips from CHOW’s food editor.

From sf.eater.com: "Yesterday marked the official debut for Double Decker, the new inhabitants of the former Zoya two-tiered space in Hayes Valley. As mentioned earlier, Double Decker is going for the traditional, un-gourmet...

Based on my personal experiences in their private dining rooms, 1789, 2941, Citronelle, and Inox would be delicious options. Marcel’s lower tier would be super if you’re willing to go with a semi-private option. (The...

. If you are not comfortable with that scenario, I would go with Angleo and Maxies. They have the biggest wide open space, although the steak is tier 2.

max is decent in tribeca and extremely affordable; cute little multi-tiered space.