Restaurant Furenzu

Driving to Furenzu was an interesting experience and downright dangerous. The reviews on CitySearch said nothing of bringing a weapon for protection as you drive down Adeline. The restaurant was so cute, and looked inviting. But there was NO way I'd get out of my car in that area.

Cozy and good service. However, the food is mixed. We ordered 4 dishes--spicy chicken wings, honey ribs, skirt steak, and catch of the day. We love the spicy chicken wings and the honey ribs. Skirt steak was overcooked (charred, to be precise) and bitter (perhaps too much cumin). The catch of the day was a piece of really thin sauteed seabass soaked in white balsamic vinegar. They fish was bony and a bit too greasy for my taste.

Overall, it was just an okay experience. If you are looking for really good Asian food and do not care much about the atmosphere, look elsewhere.

Great date spot. Very cozy and warm interior. Has that hidden feel to it still. Also, impress your date with a flambe prepared tableside. The dishes were good for the most part. The only one that was off was the marinated tofu. It basically tasted like smoked cheese. Weird, I know. The other dishes were good and the service attentive.

Many similarities to dishes found in ordinary Chinese restuarants with an unimaginative twist. Diners acquianted with Asain food will be sorely dissappointed with the food.

Last night, I was at Furenzu for the second night in a row. Can't seem to keep away! I wanted to try everything on the menu and everything was absolutely delicious! Geniusly crafted with a very unique combination of flavors. My favorites are the salt and pepper tofu, the duck confit with pureed cauliflower, pasta in a triumverate of flavored caviar: cognac, wasabi and truffles (mmmm!!!!) and the goat cheese pockets. The staff is very attentive and it adds to Furenzu's uber-cozy atmosphere. Yesterday, I had the salmon cakes with a glass each of the Patric Bottex Bugery Cerdon Rose, Prosecco and a Jeune Vignes... they were all fantastic, giving such a splendid summer surprise. Refreshing, light and very delicate in taste. I love the portions which allow you to try a little of everything, just like eating Frech. I highly recommend this destination restaurant. It's a hideaway to be discovered. Ask for the chef! She's the most gracious host.