Halibut
"New Alaskan Halibut @ the Cooperage"
ChefErik Hopfinger
San Francisco
About Erik Hopfinger
Erik Hopfinger, nickname "The Pirate Chef" is the owner and founder of the Finger Food Restaurant Consulting. He worked his way through the ranks of several New York City and Bay Area restaurants. In 2002, he was named a SF Chronicle “Rising Star." In 2008, he even appeared on the popular television show, Top Chef.
My Venues
Accolades
- Rising Star ChefSan Francisco Chronicle
- Top 10 Restaurants (Spoon)San Francisco Chronicle
- ContestantTop Chef
Where I Go Out
Crab stuffed squash blossom with asparagus risotto
"Crab stuffed squash blossom, crab & local asparagus risotto @ The Cooperage"
Roast crab
"This is where it all started for the An family, and it is the bomb. I get the super fresh crab roasted in garlic and spices, and I get the garlic noodles—so tasty. I try to take some home, but they somehow never make it!"
Market vegetable salad
"The vegetable salad here is so amazing. The flavors are fantastic; it's summer on a plate. Get in here and try what these guys are cooking!"
Any sandwich
"Adam takes great care of you here. These sammies are not to be missed. I usually get Reuben’s Cousin, but you can't go wrong here, friends!"