Redwood Room - Clift Hotel
This place is as close to LA/NY as you're gonna get in SF since the Phillipe Stark remodel a few years ago when Ian Schrager took over the hotel. They got rid of the "old school" furniture, updated the carpet and put in an amazing new bar that's VERY worth the $15 drinks you'll have. Don't go there if you're not ready to spend.
It's people-watching at it's best. Hell, even the paintings on the walls are animated. If you know you're going to be there, try to reserve a table. It gets crowded, and this is one of those places where the "Look I have $20 in my palm...' handshake really does work to get you a sweet table. Then sit back and be SURE to order the Razzmatazz, martini made with raspberry puree, mmmm, mmmm. Hungry? It's not on the menu, but ask if they'll make you the lobster quesadilla, it's scrumptious. Also order the tuna tartare tower. To Die For.
Redwood Room - Clift Hotel
495 Geary St.
San Francisco, 94102
(415) 775-4700
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