http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/42236 It may be a little rough around the edges, but the Tenderloin district is quickly emerging as a trendy, bustling dining destination. From the surprisingly chic to the no-frills, the restaurants that call the T-L home serve up some of the city’s most innovative cuisines. en Copyright 2007 Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/94/44/42236r1.jpg http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/42236 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Peruse the art that lines the walls made from this place’s namesake while you grab a seat at the communal table, complete with a view of the chefs at work on your international small plates. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41913565/san_francisco_ca/brick.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Sustainable soul food with a global flair lights up the ‘loin’s late-night dining scene. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41894717/san_francisco_ca/farmerbrown.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A Tenderloin trend spot, Cortez is the gem of the theater district. With a chic modern dining room and an innovative menu to match, it’s an assured crowd pleaser. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/38567432/san_francisco_ca/cortez.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Rockin’ Moroccan cuisine excites the taste buds of diners in the know at this locals' favorite. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/45095975/san_francisco_ca/tajine.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Often featuring a line stretching out the door and halfway around the block, Swan Oyster Depot’s devout clientele will tell you that a meal here is always well worth the wait. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/885734/san_francisco_ca/swan_oyster_depot.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles An upscale twist on casual American diner fare, this 20-seat eatery serves up delectable dishes to friendly foodies who pack it to the brim daily. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41605100/san_francisco_ca/canteen.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Ultra-hip Asia De Cuba boasts a glamorous decor and a stylish menu that appeals to the well-heeled, pre-Redwood Room clientele. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11573094/san_francisco_ca/asia_de_cuba_at_clift.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese blend to create Asian fusion small plates enlivened with a lounge scene and sexy cocktails. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11360675/san_francisco_ca/ponzu.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Be green and be seen at this gourmet vegan eatery located in the theater district of the Tenderloin. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/863423/san_francisco_ca/millennium.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles The students of the California Culinary Academy know a thing or two about the Tenderloin's multicultural cuisines. Taste their homework here. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/862777/san_francisco_ca/careme_room.html Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.comroundup/40671 Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.comroundup/42225 Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:49:42 -0700