If there’s anything my husband and I agree on, that would be hankerings for not-so-usual food. It is actually good that we have very diverse tastes, because it allows for everything – from going to exotic fruit hunts at night to visiting foreign countries and tasting tripe, innards, and different things most people may find inedible or simply disgusting. It doesn’t surprise us when one day, out of the blue, one of us will just suddenly surprise the other by declaring we should have dinner at the water front for some seafood. After all, we are proud residents of San Francisco, and we take advantage of its proximity to the wonders of the sea.
One day, though, we both had our sights set on different things. I had a craving for Japanese food, while he was thinking of having an intimate romantic dinner with a splendid view of the San Francisco bay. Now, that was a bit of a challenge, right? We would have to look for a restaurant that serves Japanese with a view in the wharf area that would have an aura of intimacy.
So, we headed off to the Bay area, just in time to see the glorious sunset. It was simply breathtaking to watch the sparkle of the water going all around the edges of the Golden Gate Bridge. It looked like a golden crown! The sunset, the bridge, and just the quiet simplicity of it all made us appreciate the drive, because it was still quite far from the tourist trap of Tendernob. We know there were good Japanese restaurants in that area, but we were sure we do not want to pay such a steep price and get lost in a sea of camera and shopping bag-tagging crowds.
We finally decided we were going to have our intimate dinner by the bay in Pier 39, in a restaurant called Hana Zen. What struck me were the panoramic windows of the restaurant that overlook at the breathtaking sights! Whether you’re there on a casual dining binge or a romantic dinner, you can’t help but feel a certain intimacy because of the amazing scenery you can appreciate from inside the restaurant. With its delectable selection of Japanese staples and some fusion dishes, my craving for some really good sashimi was satisfied.
Another thing that really made our visit to Hana Zen quite memorable was the great service we got. The attendants were really knowledgeable of what they were serving and did not keep on intruding and disturbing us while my husband and I were having our moments. I really do not appreciate those waiters that keep on butting in to do something like refilling drinks or taking out plates on the table when you are supposed to be having a romantic dinner. That really spoils the mood! I know they are only doing their job, but that can be a real drag!
So, for anyone with a sudden craving for great Japanese food and spectacular scenery, go to Hana Zen. The specialty rolls and the sushi, plus of course, the sashimi are top notch. You definitely won’t regret coming!
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