Heston and I went to Slanted Door because everyone we talked to said it was the greatest thing ever.  It’s written up in Zagat and all the travel books and food blogs.  People rave about this place.  How can we go wrong, right?

Well let’s just say I think people talked it up too much.  The food wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t really memorable either.  They had Hanger One Lime, which is always a plus for us. 

I think what really got me about Slanted Door was the atmosphere.  I just can’t handle the loud, touristy, crazy cafeteria feeling that this place induces.  I like to relax and enjoy my dinners and talk with Heston, but we had to practically yell to hear each other.  Plus they sat us at those silly two-person tables that are all in a row and very close.  We basically got to listen to the couples on either side of us the entire time.  I just HATE sitting at those tables.  I feel like I’m sharing my meal with strangers!

I do want to point out though that if they made the place not so sterile and actually inviting then I think the food might taste better too.  That sounds weird I know, but I’m going for the whole experience here.  They just have to fix that and I’ll be back. 

Why is Slanted Door so festive?
(All ratings are out of 10.)
Food: 7
Drinks: 8
Atmosphere: 3
Price: $35/person
Summary: Maybe just get take-out!

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