[San Francisco/Napa Valley, CA] - Hog Island Oyster Company
When I think of oysters in the San Francisco area or the Napa Valley area (sounds weird, I know), I think of Hog Island Oyster Co. They get their oysters from a variety of locations and update their menu accordingly. The ones I go for though, are the kumamotos and the Tomales Bay Reserves, or Tomales Bay Sweets (the Reserves are my absolute favorite though). Both locations get pretty busy so don't be surprised if there's a wait. Sometimes you can bypass the line by being willing to sit outside on the patio if the day is a bit colder. It is pretty fun to sit at the bar though, because then you can watch them prepare the food. The food is also a bit pricey; everything adds up fast. Interior of the Napa Valley location Two dozen oysters - half kumamotos, half Tomales Bay Sweets Hog Island's clam chowder. Lots of clams and full of flavor. Hog Island's grilled cheese sandwich. They use Cowgirl Creamery cheese. It's a combination of fromage blanc,...