Beautiful seating outside by the lemon tree. Wonderful staff and chef is multi talented a photographer, chef, and super friendly. Waitstaff is wonderful and considerate, very approachable. Noteworthy eats: Octopus is tender and flavorful, fried chicken is *chef's kiss*, the sole is light, delicate and flaky, meatloaf so good and comforting that it even converts meatloaf haters. read more

I was quite disappointed after dining at blue plate for happy hour. The apps were fine for happy hour prices, I really enjoyed the artichoke dip and smoked beef bruschetta. Top of the line with flavors and presentation. That's where the compliments end in this review. The garlic shrimp was very overcooked and dry. And the gnocchi lacked consistency and flavor. The waitress was quite impatient, rushing us to order food every five minutes. Not only that, she was slamming plates on the table like she didn't want to be there. It was like she was training for wrestle mania. I wish I could say more positive things but I'm in no hurry to visit again. read more

Fantastic happy hour deal that goes for a reasonable time (5-6pm)! I was here with some friends and the three of us had glasses wine, five plates of food, and a dessert, and it was around $30-40pp. Pretty good deal for San Francisco. The courtyard is really tranquil and sunny as it was a beautiful day yesterday. Our waitress checked on us often. Sometimes if you're in the back, the staff forgets about you a bit but not here. Food was overall good. Very creamy and cheesy, so be mindful of that if you are lactose. My favorite was definitely the shishito peppers. Blistered and delicious in this fruit sauce. The arancini were just okay. It could have been more truffley in my opinion. The artichoke jalapeño dip needed a bit more flavor. Up the artichoke and the jalapeños. Chopped salad was solid, we got another one because it was easy to put down. Lastly, the key lime pie was DELICIOUS! Highly recommend saving some room for dessert. read more

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Came here for happy hour and got some great deals on tapas and wine. We tried the Albariño (yum) and a Grüner Veltliner (peppery with notes of jasmine - great on its own but too harsh for food pairings). We also had some appetizers my favorite being the pork belly which came with a fruity sauce and the surprisingly filling Italian chopped salad. Not a huge fan of the bruschetta. The prawn cocktail was good but not very filling. Overall I would come back and I have heard that they rotate apps regularly. Our server was nice and the inside area was small but cozy. It filled up quickly for dinner time with reservations. read more

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Lovely ambiance in the back garden with a fountain and nature trees. We love the happy hour here and the servers are all so nice. Shout out to the deviled eggs with essence of smoked trout and the artichoke dip! read more

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Came for happy hour on a Friday when all appetizers were $10 and glasses of wine were $8. By 5:30 pm, the beautiful outdoor garden was already full, and it seemed like we barely made it in time without a reservation. We shared almost all the appetizers for our meal. My favorite bites were the smoked beef bruschetta and charred octopus, which was such a steal during happy hour! I also enjoyed the creamy artichoke dip. I couldn't taste the fish in the smoked trout deviled eggs, and the chilled prawn cocktail was just okay. I'm glad I tried their happy hour, but I probably won't be back for a while. read more

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Such a memorable sf restaurant week dinner This restaurant offers so many amazing appetizers that ill be coming back during happy hour just to try them all for ten bucks each(grilled octopus, looking at you) Servers were very smiley and nice and I appreciate that a lot with so many servers being not so warm these days. We sat inside but almost facing their garden which would be great for a warm day with your partner or friend group. Dined for two people and it cost us 130 i think with tip. The place also offers in kind app cashback so that's a win too. Only reason i am giving them 4 stars - please add a couple more mains options to your menu and update it if you can this year read more

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Had a very nice dinner here tonight. Garden seating added to the ambiance of the night. Fried chicken for the win! Petrole Sole was good...for us the fried chicken was so delish. Chopped salad was shared as a starter. Super friendly and attentive service. Great timing... no rushing to move the table along which we so appreciated. Blue Plate is an establishment we will return to over and over again. read more

Blue Plate - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very impressed. Restaurant had a wonderful vibe and a beautiful, hidden back outdoor patio. More importantly, the food was outstanding. As was the service. Menu is limited, but honestly that made it even better. We tried to vote every appetizer every single one was great as we're our entrées finished with both Keylime pie and their butterscotch pudding, they both knocked it out of the park, cocktails, and wine list and even nonalcoholic options were wonderful. Highly recommend this place for a date night or a couples dinner or a business meet up. Someplace I might return. read more

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We've had Blue Plate on our "to try" list for quite a few years and finally decided to stop by for dinner. I'm so glad we did! The food was on point! The interesting thing is we actually enjoyed the appetizers even more than the mains. And yes, we did order the vaunted fried chicken; it was worth having once. The meat itself was juicy and it had a very hard crispy layer, but I felt maybe it needed a touch more seasoning. The ambience reminds me of nice southern food restaurants I've been to in Georgia and the Carolinas. Service was great! We were a bit late for our reservation but they sat us in an even better area than we reserved. We literally booked our next visit before we asked for the check. That's how much we liked it. Give it a try! read more

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nice place in the neighborhood. We came for happy hour. I want to try coming for dinner. we got the charred octopus and the raclette cheese and mortadella. The key lime pie was actually insane. I should just come here for our it's ridiculous. the octopus was nice and not too chewy. loved the cheese and bread. I think I could drink the cheese. Loved the wine I got and happy hour prices even better. read more

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Although the food menu seems relatively scarce, the food has some unique flavor combinations. They have some non-rotating menu items that are the go-to if it is the first time. I visited the restaurant during their restaurant week and happy hour. My party ordered mostly appetizers for happy hour, but also got an order of the prix fixed menu for restaurant week. Everything we ordered tasted great. read more

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Definitely a hidden gem of Bernal Heights! If you're looking for a good plate of fried chicken or a slice of meat loaf that will transport you to your childhood, Blue Plate is the comfort kitchen you've been looking for. Blue Plate is nestled along the bustling Mission St, sandwiched in between a row of many tasty eateries. The service is amazing here, the menu is extensive and will satisfy any southern or comfort food cravings you have, and the ambiance is laidback yet romantic. This place is perfect for a romantic date or a special occasion with friends! read more

Blue Plate - Blue Plate Meatloaf, Fried Chicken, Clam Pasta - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

The whole experience at The Blue Plate was truly magical--hands down the best fine dining experience I've ever had. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the intimate ambiance and the exceptional, gold-standard service. The staff made us feel so welcomed and cared for--it really elevated the entire night. The food was absolutely delicious. Every single plate was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. My personal favorites were the linguine and clams and the fried chicken--both were cooked to perfection. I also have to mention the brochette, which was amazing! This is a 5-star dining experience through and through, and I'm already looking forward to coming back. If you're looking for a spot that nails food, service, and atmosphere all at once--The Blue Plate is it. read more

Blue Plate - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great comfort food in Bernal heights. Ordered the fried chicken, meatloaf, and key lime pie. All excellent, especially the meatloaf which I would typically avoid at other places. read more

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This is the spot! Blue Plate's garden ambiance is truly a gem in Bernal. The service is great and the food is comfy yet sophisticated. They also have a great happy hour that I need to try next time. read more

Blue Plate - Fried chicken - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The place gave us a homey welcome feel so unpretentious . The decor the garden the crowd like you don't want to leave . The arancini so good and pork belly matches perfectly the sauce . We ordered the Petra sole, the steak , Octapus and meatloaf, all we said is OMG . Everything is well seasoned this is now my fav restaurant we are so glad we discovered this place read more

Blue Plate - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Menu at first seemed a bit sparse but then we looked closer and it had a good enough variety of things we wanted to try and they were quite good. Service was a bit sporadic as it wasn't crowded at all when we arrived about 6pm on a Thursday but then it got pretty busy by 7:30-8. Gem salad and charred octopus were very tasty! Wasn't sure if we were supposed to get bread though. The fried chicken was good but not great, as the other reviews heightened my expectations. We also had the rock fish which was tasty. Wine list for cabernet sauvignon was a bit light but we found a good one in the Route Stock 2022. Ended with 2 solid desserts although the chocolate sundae brownie was more whipped cream and ice cream and lacking in actual brownie! Overall, a good meal and I would go back if in the area. But keep in mind that parking can be a challenge as this area has gotten quite popular with several good restaurants opening in the last few years. read more

Blue Plate gets 4 stars for ambiance. The restaurant is in the bottom floor of a house, so you're sitting in what would've been someone's living/dining rooms. It's quite cute, big backyard with tables/heating lamps, etc., and the servers are SO NICE. The food is OK. Nothing special and quite pricey for what it is, but we enjoyed the overall vibes. read more

So generally Blue Plate offers comfort food with an upscale twist. But the menu seems to have shrunken and eliminated some choices for vegetarians and pescatarians. And you should know that they now charge a service fee if you don't pay cash ( pls explain what cash is and who carries it in 2026). They might not seem like a big deal but when you add it to a meal for four people plus the SF mandate etc it's just increases the bill. At least Emmys spaghetti ( two doors down)posts this so you aren't shocked when you get the bill. read more

We had a beautiful birthday dinner here last night. The restaurant was a little crowded when we arrived, so we asked if outdoor seating was available and were graciously ushered into a magical garden space that made the evening feel extra special. Our table shared several appetizers, two full entrées, and three desserts, and everything was delicious. The service was attentive and welcoming, this is the kind of place where you sit down, relax, and enjoy being properly taken care of throughout the meal. Maybe a little slow, but way better than feeling rushed. The only thing we all wished for was a cocktail menu, but we happily celebrated with a bottle of bubbly for the birthday wife and beers for the rest of us. All in all, it was a wonderful evening and a really beautiful memory. We'll definitely be back. read more

We were here for a dinner. A lot of people dined there, luckily we made a reservation. Tried the meatloaf , the pork belly, & key lime pie, everything was wonderful !! The best meatloaf we've ever had in the Bay Area. Vibe was so chill & cozy. By the way, their outdoor garden was so pretty with all the fairy lights, especially under a good weather. read more

Blue Plate - Outdoor patio - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Favorite restaurant in SF. Hanger steak , fried chicken , Mac n cheese. All best in the business. Don't forget to get the key lime pie! Inside seating is cozy with perfect lighting and outside patio has a very classy vibe. Last but not least the service is impeccable and could not thank the kind people there enough We love Blue Plate!! read more

Blue Plate - Grilled Hanger Steak , Macaroni and Drunken Spanish Goat Cheese - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

The restaurant itself is cute and clean. The service was mediocre. The waitress hardly engaged with our table. I think one person at our table was able to get a refill on their drink. We came for the fried chicken and meatloaf. I will not comment on the chicken bc I did not order it. I will say my uncle left with an upset stomach.The meatloaf was not tough but it did crumble. I asked my friend who ordered the same what he thought. I got a shrug for a response. My aunt didn't even bother to finish her meatloaf. The food could have been seasoned better. I would say based on my experience the food is overpriced. Not someplace I would go back to. read more

I'm finally reminded that the food is superb, and it's one of the few places in San Francisco that has outdoor seating, which is a delight. Oh, and save room for dessert. read more

Blue Plate - Butterscotch pudding, and dessert wine - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Service is great, and I loved the salad and chicken. But it's all about the garden for me! Funky, green, beautiful and warm. It's a lovely place to have dinner. read more

Blue Plate - The salad dressing is excellent! - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Had an amazing dinner here last night with my family. Amazing food, great ambience, the whole deal. Highly recommended. read more

Blue Plate - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

My husband picked Blue Plate as a surprise for my birthday, knowing I would enjoy their high-quality comfort food. We lucked out that they were participating in SF Restaurant Week -- $45 for a three-course dinner. Wine pairing for $27. We enjoyed our meals, but found the service spotty. The host did not inquire if we were celebrating anything special, nor did our server. No biggie. We certainly didn't want anyone singing table side! But the staff didn't show much interest after taking our orders. Our entrees arrived before they replaced the cutlery (which had been cleared after our appetizer course), leaving us stranded for nearly 10 minutes. It was impossible to get anyone's attention. Also, our server offered to bring more wine BEFORE the second course, but it didn't arrive until we were halfway finished. They did not offer coffee or tea with dessert. We felt they had given up on us! And although it's no longer uncommon, we were rankled by the 3.5% surcharge to use a credit card. WHO carries that kinda cash around after Covid?!? In summary: We loved our food, but felt a bit neglected throughout the meal. read more

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Came here for their happy hour to enjoy a meal on the lighter side, after the restaurant came highly recommended to me by a friend. Located in the Mission district, it's got a cozy, intimate yet hip vibe. We ordered the Little Gems and Peaches salad, Blistered Shisito Peppers, and a Burrata/Tomato dish with beans. Everything was excellent with interesting flavors. Service was friendly and prompt. I would love to come back and try more of their menu! read more

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Bummer we came back after a couple years and the food is similar but the service model has definitely fallen off. So uncoordinated, curt and ultimately made for a disappointing overall experience. Enjoyed the deviled eggs. octopus and burrata. Ordered the meatloaf, steak and 2 fried chickens. Got the meatloaf. A couple of minutes later the steak and a fried chicken... then an awkward 5 or so minutes later we got the other fried chicken with a lame halfhearted apology. Then, it was obviously right out the fryer so I would up burning the roof of my mouth off. Dessert was poor. Key like pie crust was like 1/2" thick making for a clunky sandy eating experience. Brownie sundae had like 4 little bits of brownie. Disappointing. About half way through the meal our somewhat nice server was replaced with a guy who's officious, loud and functional approach seemed like something out of the military. It was like they forgot they were running a service business. When you pay $300 for 4 people with only 1 alcoholic beverage, you expect to feel welcome, treated like a guest. Not at Blue Plate. It's like an unorganized factory for hit or miss food. read more

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Meatloaf usually isn't something I think about or consider eating. Perhaps I'm just uncultured, but I've never even seen meatloaf on a menu before. I can't really explain it but there seems to be some sort of societal aversion to meatloaf... I think Blue Plate really changes that. It was a really busy weeknight so naturally, it was pretty lively and loud. I'm glad I made reservations. I never would have thought to associate the words moist and juicy with meatloaf, but there isn't any other way to describe it. The mashed potatoes and green beans are whatever, pretty bland to be honest. The deviled eggs were creamy and had a nice smoky finish. Smoked beef bruschetta was good as well. The lion's mane pappardelle was also a bit bland. I was excited to try lion's mane mushrooms, but I couldn't even tell there was any in the dish. Butterscotch pudding wasn't as smooth as I'd like, but the brownie sundae was good and not overly sweet. I think Blue Plate is really worth trying, obviously for the meat loaf but I've also heard good things about their fried chicken read more

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Dined during sf restaurant week. Our favorite was the filet mignon bruschetta, it was so good! And really liked their desserts especially their key lime cake. Also liked their deviled eggs, meatloft and their friend chicken but thought they were okay. They have such a cute patio area which was beautiful in the evening, and wish i could dine in there sometime read more

Really sweet staff - so welcoming and helpful, and the food was delicious. Was in town for work for a couple days and found their magical back patio dining- highly recommend! read more

We celebrated my daughter's birthday here. The food was amazing. The restaurant has such great character. Maria took good care of me and my family. I highly recommend this place. I'll be back again. sincerely TJ read more

This is one of my favorite restaurant in SF. The service is amazing and friendly. Jose is such an amazing waitress. His positive energy and service is superb. Also, The food and wine is so good too. I love the Fried Chicken, Steak and Key lime. But anything you order here, it is always so tasty. I can't wait to come back here and enjoy a delicious meal. read more

Came here for SF restaurant week and the deal they offered was great. I had actually been here years ago and things haven't changed much, which is a good thing so they've remained consistent. We got here early knowing parking would be difficult. We were greeted at the door and seated right away. We sat inside so I couldn't fully see the outdoor area, but it looked really cute. When we arrived there were only a few tables that were occupied, but it definitely filled up fast. I would recommend a reservation if it's a Friday or Saturday night. We each ordered an appetizer, entree and dessert, so we could try a little bit of everything and it was all fabulous. The butternut squash risotto was rich, but tasted amazing. I would definitely recommend it. Amazing food and great service. Can't wait to come back. read more

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We came by on a very busy Saturday night during restaurant week. The wonderful hostess directed us down the street to a bar to wait for our table. Food was promptly delivered, delicious and nicely portioned. We'll come back on a weeknight. read more

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My wife & I had an incredible wedding reception experience at Blue Plate I approached Jeff maybe 2 weeks before the day of the dinner asking if he by chance had availability to squeeze us in for a 12-15 person reception on their beautiful back patio to celebrate out wedding with guests. With such an incredibly short window to make the impossible happen, he did, and worked to give us a private event for our evening to celebrate again, despite an insane last minute request. VERY grateful. They immediately made us feel like special guests, VIP even, and helped us set up some of our own decorations to prepare for our guests. The service was incredible, the food was by far the best I've had in SF, and the ambiance was just brilliant, the perfect combination for our once in a life time evening celebration. I was blown away with the entire night and can't stress enough how great Jeff & his entire team is from the hosts, to the servers, to the chefs etc. My wife & I will never forget that beautiful night, and we have Blue Plate to thank for saving our special day on such short notice! read more

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The art at Blue Plate is a great indication of what you should expect: at a glance, it'll look classic but there's something eclectic and lovely to be had without looking too closely. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable so you're sure to feel taken care of as well. We shared smoked beef bruschetta that was smokey, crispy, creamy all at once, charred octopus with a phenomenal acidic sauce and creamy beans, deviled eggs that were rich with the right amount of smoked trout funk, and a delightful egg fettuccine with a light creamy sauce, perfect little peas, wild ramps and mustard flower that was just the perfect spring dish. Top that all off with a key lime pie slice and you'll have had a phenomenal date night. Wine offerings are plentiful with someone for just about every pallet. For those abstaining, there's a great NA selection too. read more

This place is great and reliable. Food is always delicious. The backyard seating is special. Staff is great. My only suggestion would be I'd love to see more specials on the menu to complement the consistently good menu. read more