Roger’s photographic archive

Albacore, steak and BBQ chicken at Tender Greens

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Albacore, steak and BBQ chicken at Tender Greens
Original photograph by Roger Ma · Preserved from the Flickr archive

From the original post

The photo note

Albacore, backyard steak & chipotle BBQ chicken! #tendergreens #sandiegofoodie #sdfoodie #libertystation #grub #foodforfoodies #foodography #goodeats #foodporn

Looking back

The SD Foodie take

Editorial commentary written from Roger’s original photograph and caption. Roger’s own words are the quoted photo note above.

Four frames show the Tender Greens formula: seared albacore over greens, sliced backyard steak, chipotle BBQ chicken, big scoops of mashed potatoes, bread and a bottle of beer on the side.

The appeal is in the variety — three different proteins across the table, each with the same simple sides. It is casual, fresh, plate-it-up California cooking.

The quick critique

What stood out

  • Seared albacore over greens
  • Backyard steak and chipotle BBQ chicken
  • Mashed potatoes and a cold beer

Bottom line

Archive verdict

A reliable, fresh-casual spread where trying three proteins at once is the right move.