Poleng Lounge named in Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants

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Poleng Lounge

One of the most popular trends of late is dishes from many Asian

cultures on the same menu. What sets Poleng Lounge apart is the

young chef-owner Tim Luym, a 2007 Chronicle Rising Star chef. His

heritage is Chinese and Spanish, but he grew up in Manila. His

varied background shows up on the menu: Filipino ceviche with

butterfish; curried corn fritters; Madras samosas; and bok choy

steamed with shiitake sauce. Tea, a specialty, is also included in

many drinks and some dishes. The interior feels like a tropical

oasis, with a dance club in back that's also used for private

events.

Specialties:

Buddha's Treasures (tea-sprinkled dumplings); garlic crab noodles;

beef tenderloin with marrow; tea-based cocktails.

Prices: $6-$15

Seating: 62

1751 Fulton St. San Francisco

Tel. (415) 441-1751

www.polenglounge.com

Hours: dinner 6-10 p.m. Tues.-Sun. (Bar open 4 p.m.-2 a.m.)

http://www.sfgate.com/food/top100/2008/

Poleng Lounge offers 10% discount to SFVS members during 6-8 p.m.

only; see http://www.sfvs.org/blog/2007/03/sfvs-members-

discounts.html