Letter to Lily’s BBQ (Formerly Brother in Law’s BBQ)

August 17, 2006

Lily’s BBQ
705 Divisadero Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

To Whom It May Concern:

Having moved to San Francisco almost a year ago, I noticed from time to time that this is not a city famous for its barbeque. Determined to satisfy my craving for a pulled pork sandwich with BBQ sauce and slaw, I scoured the Internet looking for a good barbeque restaurant.

The two places that I found online were your restaurant and Memphis Minnie’s. Pulling out my trusty Zagat guide, I found your restaurant to have a slightly higher rating.

Having made my pick, I made my day centered around going to your restaurant. I went to the Western Addition library, and after a few hours of studying there, I decided it was time to quell the rumbly in my tumbly.

I arrived at the restaurant at approximately 1:50pm, a good time for a late lunch. Unfortunately, I discovered a “Closed” sign on the front door. There was no indication as to why the restaurant was closed. No “sorry, closed for today,” no “be back in 15 minutes” sign. Nothing. Walking around to the side, I found the menu which listed the hours of operation. Well it used to at least. Now it just says:

Hours: 10am – 10pm Call

You can be sure that I won’t be calling. I won’t be making a point of coming to your restaurant. If you’d like to win me over as a customer, I suggest you try finding me in Memphis Minnie’s.

Sincerely,
Stuart Matthews
2240 Larkin Street Apartment 103
San Francisco, CA 94109