$150 gift certificate to Chao Pescao

Chao Pescao is a casual and very personal restaurant from long-time San Francisco restaurateur Rene Denis. The name translates roughly to "see you later alligator," a friendly salutation common in Latin American countries, which captures the friendly and fun spirit of our restaurant.

Our menu was designed to offer comforting Latin American food with vibrant flavors and rich cultural heritage, with particular emphasis on the Cuban and Colombian home-cooking from Denis' childhood. The black beans, considered the foundation of Cuban food and served with all entrees, are his late grandmother's recipe. The empanadas are Colombian, made with a masa dough and fried. Dishes are heart-warming and filling, with all entrees around $20, and each coming with rice, beans and plantains.

Cocktails are vibrant and flavorful, based on Latin American classics and updated with a modern twist. Signatures include a Daiquiri made with 12-year aged rum, demerara syrup and plenty of lime. Our bar is stocked with spirits from throughout the region, including rum, tequila, mezcal and South American brandies, as well as specialty products like Bolivian brandy and jalapeno infused Oaxacan corn whiskey.

A thoughtfully selected global wine list was designed to complement the food and offer great value.