20 Cosmo Place, San Francisco CA 94109
(415) 931-3600
Parking: pay parking in nearby lot, limited street parking
Last Visited: 2002
http://www.lecolonialsf.com/
Food: 4 stars
Service: 4 stars
Atmosphere: 4 stars
Price: $$$ to $$$$
It’s been a while since I visited Le Colonial. Alison recommended I try the place. Perhaps it was the mood I was in, but after going to the theatre, this seemed like a perfect place to go. It’s rather difficult if you’re going to make the attempt at finding street parking, but Le Colonial is worth it.
Upon entering, you’ll need to take a flight of stairs to the dining area. There is a quaint dining area where the sun streams in immediately before the entrance and greenery is all around. Inside, it’s a classy place with black and white photos of the days of old in Saigon. You’ll enjoy the atmosphere. Upstairs is a lounge, which I hear is a happening place late at night.
- Salmon salad rolls – Vietnamese rolls are filled with salmon, dill, cucumbers, and herbs. They are cut and served with a flavorful dipping sauce. $11
- Crab cakes – These are crusted with coconut and come with a cilantro chili sauce. $12
- Satay – The chicken satay was rather average. Still quite tasty, but not spectacular.
I enjoyed more dishes, but can’t remember what I tried. I think there was a clay pot dish with rice in it as well as some other great plates. All the dishes are presented wonderfully, and the service is very good. It is elegant dining in a setting with a lot of ambiance, and the food is satisfying. This is not the place to go if you plan to compare it with the price of typical Vietnamese restaurants. However, you will likely be pleased with the approach they take to make fine Vietnamese food in a beautiful setting.
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