Since Tanzie’s in Berkeley opened in March as a unique Thai brunch spot, it quickly became a favorite “secret spot” for some of the best Thai food in The Bay Area. The restaurant has earned well-deserved recognition, including being featured on The Chronicle’s list of Top 25 Restaurants in the

Last weekend, my friend and I visited the coziest new breakfast spot called Tanzie’s Cafe in Berkeley. A little off the beaten path, this is my new “secret” spot for an amazing breakfast or brunch. Its adorable cozy interior is only surpassed by the incredible food being served. From Thai-style

As 2024 winds down, we’re reflecting on another incredible year of sharing the stories, art, culture, and nightlife that make the Bay Area so unique. BrokeAssStuart.com wouldn’t be what it is without you—our community of readers, supporters, and believers in independent media. This year, instead of asking you to join Patreon

I just want to earn enough money to stay in The Bay Area and eat oysters and mango sticky rice from Jo’s Modern Thai on a daily basis. Maybe switching it up and eating all the other yummy dishes on the menu to get the rest of my vitamins in.

Most of my friend’s teenage years are emblazoned with memories of family vacations, family reunions and getting their licenses. Mine are not. Mine are filled with waking up with the taste of St. Ides Special Brew in my mouth and walking three blocks to reach the gun-metal blue, dilapidated wood shack

Admission into NYC’s MoMa is certainly pricey– at $25 general admission, you basically have to brave the horrendous crowds on the monthly free day– or dig up your student ID from ten years ago and try to pass as an 18 year old– to catch a break. Wouldn’t a FREE

King of Thai Noodle is, perhaps, the best bang for your buck when it comes to Thai food in San Francisco.  King of Thai is a tiny hole in the wall located on Clement Street in the Inner Richmond.  The giant purple awning is tough to miss, though. Let’s begin

Even though I order take-out from Khao Sarn pretty much every time I’m hungover, which is often, I do not have a very extensive knowledge of the menu. This is because the deliciousness of their massaman curry has prevented me from ordering anything else, ever. Eventually, maybe before October, I

Elementary school was awesome for random food rewards. If you got enough stars on a chalkboard, brought in the most canned goods, or stayed quiet during spelling tests, you occasionally received pizza, pop corn, or ice cream parties. Now that we’re adults, we’re just expected to do well and buy