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Brenda's French Soul Food

Tenderloin, San Francisco County · San Francisco

652 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Cozy eatery serving French, Creole, and Southern cuisine, including beignets and po' boys.

Haven't been here myself — came recommended from someone I trust.

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