The Other Critics

Gialina Crust Scores Three Stars; OTD Starts High

Photo: Courtesy Gialina

• Michael Bauer has three stars for Gialina Pizzeria, where greatness starts with crust. “What sets Gialina pizza apart is the handmade crust, with puffy edges that are darkened but not blistered and a delicately chewy texture - it’s nearly cracker-crisp on the outside, giving way to that elusive tender breadiness.” [SF Chronicle]

• Patricia Unterman has dibs on the new Out the Door in Pacific Heights, which is much more of a legitimate restaurant than its to-go counter compatriots. “OTD is a neighborhood canteen where people drop in day and night for Phan’s worldly Vietnamese-San Francisco food experience. Personally, I’d like to move in upstairs.” [SF Examiner]

Gialina Crust Scores Three Stars; OTD Starts High