When I think southern food it's all about fried chicken and pulled pork, mashed potatoes and gravy - meat and heart attacks! For a vegetarian that usually means making a meal out of sides of collared greens and beans and potatoes, maybe a dinner roll thrown in. So, imagine my joy on being introduced to Farmerbrown - a southern restaurant in the Tenderloin that has the meat and potatoes part covered, but also has a little something for vegetarians.
The little something I'm talking about is the vegetarian jambalaya - with fresh vegetables like corn, carrots, beans and peppers cooked with flavorful spices in rice, it is a real treat for your taste buds. Add some Tabasco for an extra kick and you are all set! If rice is not your thing (and butter is) there is a second vegetarian entree of grits with squash and pesto. Be forewarned though, there is enough butter in this to put a Paula Deen recipe to shame! And in case none of the entrees tickles your palate, there is always the option of the dinner made out of sides (mentioned above).
Farmerbrown is usually crowded, and waits for a table without a reservation can take up to an hour. The bar is open seating and has a Happy Hour menu in addition to the full dinner menu. The atmosphere is that of a moderately upscale restaurant - interesting artwork lines the walls and the music is peppy. Definitely recommended for a date or an evening out with a few friends.
www.farmerbrownsf.com
