Originally Posted by
Blutak
there are people who are on a tight budget who cannot eat in five-star Michelin restaurants. Those posting here as to their top-level eateries are not typical of the average traveller for whom more resonably priced menus would be suitable.
The places you recommend are, respectfully, garbage.
For a bargain meal, take BART to 24th Street Mission and get a $7 burrito (I suggest La Corneta or La Tacqueria).