Once again I've delayed too long in documenting our Dine About experience and I've forgotten many details. . .so, please add to this post!
We dined at Jeanty at Jack's on July 6th. Many of us attended Steven Gregory's gallery opening prior to dinner. Steven's photos are fantastic (who knew such a budding artist was among us!) - check him out at: http://www.sgphoto.info/. A very "cultured" evening - with scintillating art and food!
We had a solid old timers group for Dine About, consisting of the Phans (including perhaps the last visit for a while from Isaac), Klinkees, Chos, Son and Mollie. Jeanty, a classic French restaurant, pleased our palates and senses. Located in the financial district (Sacramento & Montgomery), this establishment (formerly a brothel) appears to attract mostly a lunch crowd, as we were one of only a few patrons that evening. But that suited us fine, as we got great service (except for a missed meal, see below). Jeanty reminded me of the excellent restaurants I've dined at in Paris - attentive, professional service and exquisite, rich flavors.
On to the ratings -- we had relatively large differences in opinion, so look for any comments on these scores:
We dined at Jeanty at Jack's on July 6th. Many of us attended Steven Gregory's gallery opening prior to dinner. Steven's photos are fantastic (who knew such a budding artist was among us!) - check him out at: http://www.sgphoto.info/. A very "cultured" evening - with scintillating art and food!
We had a solid old timers group for Dine About, consisting of the Phans (including perhaps the last visit for a while from Isaac), Klinkees, Chos, Son and Mollie. Jeanty, a classic French restaurant, pleased our palates and senses. Located in the financial district (Sacramento & Montgomery), this establishment (formerly a brothel) appears to attract mostly a lunch crowd, as we were one of only a few patrons that evening. But that suited us fine, as we got great service (except for a missed meal, see below). Jeanty reminded me of the excellent restaurants I've dined at in Paris - attentive, professional service and exquisite, rich flavors.
On to the ratings -- we had relatively large differences in opinion, so look for any comments on these scores:
Food = 88
A great start with soup and salads. Jeanty is known for their soufflé like tomato soup - rich soup surrounded by a puffed pastry - delicious. The salads were excellent (butter lettuce, and beets.) I did not take part in the steak tartare, but those who did found it quite good. Main dishes presented very solid flavors. The french always make a great Coq a Vin, the short ribs and sole also pleased. Desserts were fantastic - as can be expected from the French (Apple gallette, chocolate mousse brulee, and Crepe Suzette).
Service = 85
Top notch, subtle in meeting all our needs. However, they did forget one of our dishes, which turned out to be fine, since portions were huge (not typically french) and we were too full for the last dish.
Atmosphere = 80
Very charming setting, but we dined on the top floor of this former brothel and it was dreadfully hot!
I would recommend Jeanty for anyone looking for a little Parisian flair in the heart of San Francisco! And, save room for dessert!!
