The Other Critics

Two Stars for Meridian’s Pub Grub; Greens Ages Gracefully

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• Carol Ness got by Meridian for a somewhat ambivalent two-star review, though it sounds like the fare is solid. “Meridian’s approach to good pub grub is to fancy up typical bar offerings - wings get a lemongrass sesame barbecue sauce, fries are either medium-cut organic ($4), Parmesan garlic ($6) or delicious wedges browned in duck fat.” [SF Chronicle]

• Paul Reidinger checks in with the 30-year-old Greens Restaurant, where age has not tarnished the shine of quality. “It is one of those rare places that combines high style and a pedigreed menu with something for everyone, even doubtful omnivores.” [SFBG]

Two Stars for Meridian’s Pub Grub; Greens Ages Gracefully