Anthology

Tuesday nights at Anthology are already a hot ticket for jazz fans thanks to the acclaimed Anthology House Band – and now the menu is getting jazzed up as well.

In keeping with the “jazzy music,” Chef Eric Bauer is using Tuesday nights as his chance to improvise with the menu.”

“The great jazz musicians often improvise upon classic melodies and I want to do the same with classic American cuisine,” Bauer said.

For instance, a recent menu included Bauer’s versions of crispy chicken drumsticks flavored with lemon and thyme; macaroni and cheese mixed with braised pork shoulder and a French toast dessert that included frosted flakes, fresh peaches and white chocolate.

“Why should the musicians have all the fun?” Bauer said. “Just like John Coltrane might improvise over a classic melody, it’s fun putting my own spin on classic comfort foods.”

The bar snacks on Tuesday start at $3 and the entrees start at $12. In addition, the drink prices start at $4 with different wines featured each week. Considering that the cover charge for the Anthology House Band – which includes some of San Diego’s finest musicians – is only $5, you have the makings of a great meal with great music at a great price.
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Anthology is located at 1337 India Street in San Diego. For more information, go to www.anthologysd.com