π· Madcap | A Hidden Gem for Date Night
π Why It's Special Chef Siegel's Pedigree: Trained at French Laundry + Iron Chef Japan winner = flawless East-meets-West magic π©π£ Price Shock: 10-course tasting menu at $125pp (pre-tax tip calculation! So rare in SF) πΈβ€οΈ Ambiance: Intimate, hushed, perfect for leaning in closer π π½οΈ Tasting Menu Highlights πΉ Complimentary Bites: That chestnut veloutΓ©? Autumn in a spoon π πΉ Lobster Carrot Parfait: Sweet, crunchy, umami - opening act slayed π¦π₯ πΉ Dungeness Crab: Fresh catch + fruity purΓ©e = West Coast elegance π¦π πΉ Slow-Cooked Egg: Truffle + lemongrass foam = breakfast for dinner, luxe edition π³π« πΉ Dry-Aged Ribeye: Like butter, but better (best savory course!) π₯©π₯ πΉ Yuzu Mikan Cake: Shiso ice cream = unexpected herbal twist ππΏ π Minor Misses Caviar Supplement ($30): Good, not "add-on price" good π Beef Tortelloni: Curry overpowered the delicate pasta π₯π€ π Why It's Perfect for Valentine's Day Location: Just over the bridge from SF π (no long drive = more champagne!) Pacing: 2.5 hours - just right for lingering looks π That Bread Service: Warm, crusty, endless (dangerous!) π₯ #DateNightApproved #MichelinOnABudget #JapaneseFrenchFusion #BayAreaFoodie