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    Boulevard Cafe

    3.7 (2.2k reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 9:00 pm
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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    tiny tender mussels with fries-
    Elisa H.

    Five stars for retro cool ambiance as well aa the mussels and clams special, except no clams please. I think my waiter was Renaldo and he took very good care of me as a solo diner. I actually had never eaten here but have been to Jack's quite a few times. Moules Frites are one of my favorite treats but clams are my least favorite mollusk and i was thrilled to have the special customized with all mussels. The fries were above average and dipped into the liquid gold that tasted of garlic, butter, warming spices, white wine and the sea. Every shell opened and the mussels were tiny and tender. The mussing star is because a my refilled half glass of iced tea was accidentally dumped on me as my plates were being cleared. Apologies were abundant, but it was a cold evening and my pants were soaked so it was a chilly walk to the car.

    drew w.

    As always, delicious food and great service. I was lucky that there was no wait and parking up in front

    Jr. Breakfast
    James R.

    I haven't ate at a diner in a while and heard good things about Boulevard so had to give it a try today. Service here is very fast our food was out probably in less than 10 minutes. My corned beef hash tasted great. Portions aren't too big where you can't finish and the price is, well I guess normal in today's economy.

    Frankie L.

    We had no wait on an early weekend morning and got seated right away. Service was good and the vibes of the place felt like an old school diner, very homey. Food was good, breakfast was a decent portion and tasty. Parking lot of the joint is a bit tight but other than that, it's a nice breakfast diner spot.

    Irma C.

    I have been here several times now and have been pleasantly impressed by the quality of this establishment. The service is excellent and extremely fast. The food is tasty and their prices are great. Their drinks are well worth the trip too. I highly recommend them, give them a try.

    Chocolate cake
    Clarissa F.

    In SF visiting with family and met up at the Boulevard Cafe. Restaurant has a large dining area which allows to seat large groups. We were a party of 12 and I felt we were a pretty easy group. However, our waiter had so many eye rolls and sighs when we had questions. Not sure why he was in a bad mood but we noticed. If the gratuity wasnt included, his tip would have been very different. Now the food was good. Large portions and food came all at the same time. No complaints there. I've heard breakfast is pretty good so maybe I'll come back.

    Hot Chocolate
    Arron P.

    Came here for dinner on a weekday night. Was seated promptly and order taken right away. However, no one checked in after that. Water not even refilled. I can't believe I left upset even if the food was satisfactory. Ambiance is casual with casual attire. They took away my phone when I had a gift card. I don't think you can do that for security and safety purposes. Did not expect this to go from a previous great experience to a visit making me not want to come back or recommend to others. Very unfortunate.

    Lamb Burger with Onion Rings and side salad
    Crystal H.

    Amazing experience at this restaurant! I always pass by this place as I live nearby, and I finally got the chance to try it. They have a wide variety of cocktails, and even a happy hour if that's up your alley! I tried out their lamb burger, which is made out of 100% lamb, and it was juicy and delectable. The blvd pasta was everything as well and super delicious and savory. The tamarindo sour and espresso martini were perfect. Lastly, to end the meal I tried their apple pie a-la-mode, and it was the best apple pie I've ever had! Ambience inside is elegant yet casual, and the staff were super kind! Although, I only tried two dishes I genuinely believe you can't go wrong with choosing any of their dishes because everything I had this time around was perfect! Give them a shot fs if you want a satisfying meal!

    Scampi Prawns
    Dave B.

    Nice friendly environment with great staff couldn't have asked for better service. The team was very attentive, making sure that we had everything that we need. The Food- The Bread! It's was warm and the butter made it amazing. Schwan ribs. These were tangy flavorful and cooked perfectly I could have eaten nothing but this and been happy. Boneless buffalo wings. Good size wings, very tender, not dried the buffalo sauce added great flavor really did like these. Scampy prawns. The prawns were good sized. They weren't over cooked. Very well, seasoned. The pasta was cooked al dente. Chicken asiago- very large piece of chicken, very juicy, very juicy, even though it was flattened. Pasta was el dente just like the prawns. Alongside good portion of vegetables served alongside. Fried Chicken- add of the three dishes we had. This one was a REAL disappointment. It was more like a banquet chicken tv dinner than anything else. Each piece of chicken was more batter and chicken fat than meat, not a lot of meat on the dish again real disappointment. DO NOT ORDER! Chocolate Cake. When they brought the piece of cake, I was like, really, is that it that little slice, I kind of felt like Joey from friends, asking for more. Very rich. But half a slice! Really! For the most part, it was a great experience really can not get over how bad the fried chicken was. Maybe because it was my dish and everyone else enjoyed theirs.

    Chili Mac - so sinfully delicious
    Richard H.

    Decided to take a walk around the neighborhood and grab a breakfast of their John Daly scramble which is always a great dish along with their other dish that I like which is The Hangover. So glad that they got the counter seats redone - Thanks Billy and it was good to see some familiar faces of employees that I have known from when they opened years ago.

    Desert Cocktail - Carajillo
    Dan J.

    This review is mainly on vibes. We've been going to Boulevard for while. the place is an interesting caricature of mid century modern style paired with classic diner menu. The food is good and service is typically warm. My usual orders: ...for breakfast - Chicken fried steak & Eggs ...for dinner - Mom's Meatloaf Last time we had dinner there I got a desert cocktail: Carajillo. Sooooo deng good =]

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    Wolf H.

    Take your in-laws here. Boulevard Café has been a popular Daly City icon since it opened in 2005. It's the kind of place that gives a city character and Daly City would feel a little emptier without it. The goal here is a classic diner experience with some unique signature dishes. It's in a great location easily reached from Pacifica, the Sunset, and anywhere in between. Close to everything. Ambiance Feels more like a cafeteria than a café. Cavernous ceilings and hardwood floors make for a noisy space. The entryway has a nice retro touch, and the seating is cool. The whole vibe feels like it was built in the '60s or '70s -- probably the look they're going for. I found it endearing. Service We were seated quickly, drinks taken promptly, and our order followed shortly after. So far, so good. The service itself, however, was quite lacking. I don't need a whole song and dance, but do try to look like you're conscious. If Soviet-era Brutalist architecture could get a job as a waiter, this guy was it. He had all the charm of a Serbian loan shark growing impatient that we hadn't defaulted yet. Anyway, the food... I ordered the lamb burger, which sounded interesting, and my bestie ordered a light breakfast for lunch of toast, sausage, and fruit. She was disappointed that they didn't have margarine or any other dairy substitute for the toast, but oh well. The lamb burger came with feta and red onion with shredded carrot and lettuce on the side. Or maybe that was a salad with no dressing. (There was enough lettuce that it might have been.) I took a bite and it was dry. I asked the waiter for some mayo, which he dropped off and quickly moved on without comment. The mayo wasn't enough to save it. It was just bland. It really needed something more- like maybe lemon or tzatziki sauce. Also the bun was too soft and poor quality. It fell apart before I had finished, so I had to resort to knife and fork. The horror, I know. Bestie's brunch for lunch wasn't much better. The toast was cold and the sausage was room temperature. The fruit, however, was quite fruity. And that's what you really want in fruit. So high score there. The Service Again I hope this guy was just having a bad day. I asked for more iced tea with my glass set conspicuously next to my bestie's empty water glass. He brought another iced tea, but didn't even ask her if she wanted a water refill. That seems so weird. Is it just me? Bathrooms Bestie reported the ladies' room was clean and nicely decorated. Parking I went on a Wednesday and there was just enough parking. In my experience, it's always been packed on the weekend, so I am assuming parking might be tricky. Things to improve. * Add sun shade. My bestie was a dark silhouette as I was seated facing the window. * Keep water glasses full. It's easy. * Add some noise mitigation. Hero Shout Out! Busboy Juan Carlos was hustling, smiling, and just doing a great job. Turning tables fast and being a boss. Give that guy some Giants tickets or something. He deserves 'em! __________________________________________________________________ I'm a burger snob, as some of you know, but I don't expect a fine dining experience in a diner. I'm looking for that uniquely American diner experience. (See my review of Art's Café). I do expect good service and food that is comforting and delicious. Good examples would be Tommy's or Max's. Boulevard Café just didn't deliver like that this time. Any restaurant can have a bad day and miss the mark. I'll be back to try the banana foster French toast at some point. I'll let you know if I have a better experience. I hope I do because this place really does have some personality.

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    Fiona T.

    Came here for an early Mother's Day. I love that they have a parking lot so you don't have to worry about parking. Service was standard. Everyone at the table loved the schezwan pork ribs; they were crispy on the outside but tender and easily came off the bone. The alfredo was also one of the best I've had in years. The sauce stuck nicely to the pasta. Wasn't too oily or soupy. The Mediterranean plate was also good. The pesto was okay. It was outshined by the alfredo. I'll have to come back for breakfast. I heard they do breakfast right

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    Do they offer actual gift cards not a digital/email print out?

    Hi, are there gluten free/celiac safe options for breakfast?

    Has this business closed permanently? I. I went by a few weeks ago to have dinner and it looked dark with nobody inside. The parking lot was empty. I just tried calling and nobody picks up the phone.

    We had closed for maintenance and will reopen Monday Jan 9

    Is the moose real moose?

    What do you think?

    Do you have outdoor dining with heap lamps?

    Yes they do, they have a patio and heat lamps :)

    Is there outside seating?

    Yes. If you go through the bar area they can walk you to the enclosed patio in the back - or can you can also go through the main entrance and walk through the whole restaurant. Enjoy!

    Do they have a corkage fee?and how much is it?

    $10 per bottle -$1 per person per cake

    Boulevard has the best bread. Anyone know who their vendor is?

    Sorry I am not sure who is the Bread Vendor!!!

    Is there a private party room Boulevard Cafe? If so, does anyone know how many people can the private room accommodate? Thanks in advance!

    Hi Tj, I had a party of thirty people and they sat us at the patio. I know there's another option indoors, but you'll have to reserve and maybe pay a fee also depending on the size of your group. It's best to call and inquire, they're really good at… Read more

    When is the happy hour, and what are the specials?

    1600 til 1800

    Open on Mothers Day for breakfast/brunch?

    They are open for Mother's Day. Call for reservations just to be safe.

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    Original Joe's Westlake - Main Dining Room - Original Joe's Westlake

    Original Joe's Westlake

    4.0(2.7k reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$

    i have been going to westlake joes since 1956 with my parents and then i took my kids. the food…read morehas always been excellent, untill recently.i went there to get a quart of minnestrone to take out, when i got home it was like a vegetable soup the broth was very watery more veg. then beans and macaroni, what a dissapointment afte all these years they are watering down there soup that they are known for, so sad. that is a end of a era that made them famous, the soup

    Alberto is the best! My friend and I strolled into Original Joe's Westlake on a Wednesday evening…read moreto grab dinner, drinks, dessert, and watch the Mexico vs. Czechia game. Thanks to Alberto and the entire team, we had the best time, food, and overall experience. Even though the restaurant was incredibly busy--packed with people and with guests constantly walking in throughout the evening--Alberto never made us feel forgotten. He thoughtfully checked in on us, got everything to us in a reasonable amount of time, and was incredibly patient as I asked questions about different menu items. He even let us know that, although he was busy, we should simply flag him down if we needed anything at all. At establishments like this that have such a high volume of customers, I honestly don't expect service like this. I expect long waits and to spend half the evening trying to find my server. Not Alberto, though. He was kind, professional, helpful, and knowledgeable from beginning to end. As for the food, I had the Pilsner and Joe's Filet of Sole, my friend had the Golden Ale and Joe's Eggplant Parmigiana, and we shared the butter cake with ice cream for dessert. Everything was chef's kiss, including the bread and butter! I would absolutely come back just for the service from Alberto. Five stars, always. You can never go wrong with Original Joe's, and Alberto made an already great experience even better.

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    Joe's Famous Hamburger Sandwich, accompanied by French Fries and Manhattan

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    Eggplant Parmigiana

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    The Halfway Club

    4.7(61 reviews)
    2.2 miCrocker-Amazon

    Stopped in with my wife for a couple cocktails. I had the Bobby Burns which has…read more Highland Park 12, Benedictine and Sweet Vermouth. It was sweet, roasty and smokey in perfect balance. The bar was cozy and felt like all the best aspects of bars I'd come to love in my younger days. The service was quick and friendly. I'll definitely be coming back for food next time, I'm looking forward to it.

    I've been looking for a reason to stop by the halfway club for a handful of years. So I came here…read morewith a first date to see what it's all about. Arrived about an hour after opening and immediately loved the interior! From the bricks to the orange cushioned bench seating to the nostalgic movies playing in the rear seating area's background, and the picnic tables on the patio, this place knows how to decorate! The sandwich, waffle fries side, salad, and cocktail totaled $60 and filled us up. Really crispy fries and awesome crispy edges to the smash burger! The salad left something to be desired despite a large portion size. I think I'll ask for dressing on the side if I order that item again. I did have to get up a couple times to close the door, but the staff caught on and paid attention to when it was ajar. The servers were friendly and checked on us three or four times but didn't try to convince us to order more, which was appreciated. Apparently Tuesdays are trivia nights 7-9 and it looks like a lively, friendly yet competitive crowd. Will definitely return one week to test my Jeopardy seasoned trivia knowledge. I would recommend this place!

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    Surf Lounge - Again, not a view from the bar, but the sunset from the beach 3 blocks away.

    Surf Lounge

    3.7(110 reviews)
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    The Surf Lounge in Pacifica, located across from the Pacific Manor Shopping Center, is a fantastic…read morelocal dive bar with a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. It's a cash-only bar, but there's an ATM inside for convenience. The people here are friendly and easy to talk to, making it a great place to relax and enjoy yourself. They host fun events throughout the week, including karaoke nights, BBQs during big games, and other community gatherings that bring everyone together. The bartenders genuinely care about their customers and do a great job making everyone feel welcome and well taken care of. There's plenty of seating inside, along with some outdoor seating if you prefer to enjoy the fresh air. Whether you're looking for a great place to watch the game, hang out with friends, or meet new people, The Surf Lounge is an excellent choice. It gives you a real taste of Pacifica's laid-back beach community and local culture, making it a spot that's well worth visiting.

    Surf Lounge is a cash-only bar known for heavy pours. The Guinness was poured well, though the…read moretaste suggested the lines may need a cleaning. The crowd is very local, but the vibe felt more like a cruise-ship crowd -- and we were easily the youngest people in the bar by 15-20 years. When my girlfriend and I walked in, a lot of attention from other patrons made her uncomfortable, which took away from the experience. On the positive side, the bartenders were cool and efficient. We were served quickly, and service has never been an issue here. There's also a large patio in the back, which is a great feature.

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    Bar area

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    Table in the back. We brought in Pizza and tacos!

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