Check, Please! Bay Area, season 18, episode 8, airs Thursday, September 28, at 7:30 pm, on KQED 9. See other television airtimes, and never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast.
First up, a funky San Jose spot featuring flavorful fish tacos, succulent shrimp and squid cocktails and flair galore. Día de Pesca MexSífood Taqueria, a former food stand turned tropical taqueria, specializes in simply prepared Mexican favorites with a seasonal selection of fish and seafood. Then, in downtown San Mateo, Gao Viet Kitchen & Bar whips up Vietnamese feasts in abundance, from its signature Phozilla – a massive bowl of show-stopping pho stuffed with Maine lobster, filet mignon, brisket, oxtail and other decadent toppings – to more familiar fare. At Gao Viet, the richer the broth and the bigger the bowl, the better the experience – especially if it’s shared. Finally, at Fiore Caffè, a cozy corner café in San Francisco’s bustling Mission District, discover classic homemade Neapolitan and contemporary Southern Italian fare served in a charming restored Victorian.
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My name is Leslie Sbrocco, and I’m the host of Check, Please! Bay Area. Each week, I’ll share my tasting notes about the wine, beer and spirits the guests and I drank on set during the taping of the show.