The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen defines local, social, sustainable and the food is off the charts delectable. Food and Wine ranked them one of the best restaurant openings of 2010 and they’re about to open a second restaurant in the Mission. Down the street from AT&T park, this gourmet sandwich shop touting artisanal ingredients is truly a San Francisco original.

Who better to pay tribute to international orange with a sizzling sensation (including cheddar, havarti and jack) at the upcoming anniversary celebration of the Golden Gate Bridge than these seasoned chefs. The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen confirmed they will be among the food vendors at this historic event.

Proven to be outstanding at festivals — serving 180,000 at Outside Lands — Founder Nate Pollak gave me a sneak peak at one item on the upcoming menu that crowds can sink their teeth into on May 27th — as I learned more about his overall recipe for savory success.