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    3.5 (23 reviews)
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    Dave S.

    So, I'm going to be doing some work in the Federal Building for awhile. Cafe 450 is the cafeteria on the 2nd floor. It's not awesome and it's not awful either. It's just okay. Basic coffee and soda some sandwiches and quick pick up items. They do have cooks to make some hot dishes if you choose to pick off that menu but have some time. If you're grabbing a snack and drink there fast enough. Pick it and head to the smiling cashier and tap your card. There's plenty of room to enjoy your breakfast or lunch. A few windows to look out to the nicely graffitied walls across the street. Last words... I'll be back.

    Amazing salad bar
    Scott H.

    Amazing salad bar. Fresh cooked kale, Brussels sprouts, mushrooms. Capri Salad with fresh mozzarella. Crispy greens. Shocking to find such a fanatic cafeteria in San Francisco's old Federal Building.

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    I had a small coffee and a giant Costco blueberry muffin. The total came to ... under $5!

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    My coworker and I stopped in because we had heard good things about the salad bar and we were not disappointed.

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    Tommy's Joynt - Slim 5 oz. Meat Portion Dinner Plate (mashed potatoes w/gravy & green beans + 3oz additional turkey + side Turkey Stuffing w/Gravy

    Tommy's Joynt

    3.8(3.3k reviews)
    0.3 miFillmore, Western Addition
    $$

    Tommy's Joint is a San Francisco Institution. When I first moved to SF around 2005 one of my first…read moreoutings to a restaurant was Tommy's. I had a delicious hot roast beef sandwich covered in gravy. It was one of the most comforting dishes I have ever had. I remember coming to Tommy's many times over the last two decades and trying everything from their oxtail stew to their meatloaf to their lasagna. Everything here is good! On my most recent visit I got to try their lamb shank with boiled potatoes and carrots. The lamb shank perfectly fell off the bone and the fat melted in your mouth. The gravy was very flavorful. The only thing I found underwhelming were the potatoes as they could've cooked a little longer. The service at the counter is always very good and quick! These guys have been working this counter for a long time. The place still feels a little like a dive bar, but that's all part of the charm of this historical eatery.

    Tommy's Joynt is hands down the best hoftsbrau in San Francisco. Its ample portion lend well to…read moresharing meals, and I only learned about the "Slim Plate" after I ordered but I am definitely getting it next time. For sides, I got a scoop of stuffing (divine and exactly the right amount) and broccoli (okay with a dash of salt and pepper). I asked for beef jus on the broccoli and got turkey with gravy as my main. The turkey was substantial if a little dry. My friend got the lean barbecue brisket with mashed potatoes and broccoli. He's a regular and says order is always solid. I would come again to try the pastrami sandwich. Inside it's a bit like an old timey bar, with picnic cloth tables. There is an extremely large indoor area and tons of old signs and photographs. The there is also free pickles if that's your thing. The guys behind the counter are super nice.

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    Saluhall - Dac biet burger

    Saluhall

    4.1(151 reviews)
    0.5 miUnion Square, SoMa
    $$

    I recently had the chance to attend a special James Beard-related event at Saluhall, located inside…read morethe IKEA San Francisco building on Market Street, and it turned out to be such a fun and unexpected experience. I had actually never visited Saluhall before, so walking in for the event was my first impression of the space--and it's beautiful. The whole place has a modern Scandinavian feel with lots of warm wood tones, clean lines, and an open layout that makes it feel both stylish and welcoming. For the event, tables were set up throughout the space with different James Beard-recognized chefs and restaurants serving small bites, and it felt like walking through a tasting tour of incredible Bay Area talent. The room buzzed with energy, great food, and even a few familiar faces in the crowd. There were so many standout bites, but a few really stuck with me: From Kristina Costa -- Babka Bread pudding with labneh creme anglaise and citrus supremes, which was rich and comforting in the best way. From David and Serena Fisher -- a super creative porcini meringue with cold-pressed venison tartare with a spring onion veil bite....I may have had 4. From Sana Rival -- cashew dacquoise with chamomile white rum buttercream was just a flavor explosion and the best way to end the night. There were also amazing vendors pouring and sampling, but if I'm being completely honest... the caviar was one of my favorite bites of the entire night. Simple, elegant, and one of those moments where you just pause and enjoy the indulgence. Helpful tip: If Saluhall hosts ticketed events like this again, grab tickets early. The space works really well for tasting-style events and it's a great way to experience multiple Bay Area chefs in one place. Between the beautiful Scandinavian design, the incredible food, and the energy of a room full of chefs and food lovers, it was one of those nights where you walk out thinking, wow, that was special. And now I definitely want to come back and experience Saluhall on a normal day too.

    Honestly really nice venue overall, but the unpredictable evening hours and lack of food vendors…read morenowadays (most seem closed?) make it frustrating to visit. Good: - Great atmosphere: There is lots of open seating, making it a good place to sit, read, work, and chat with people. - Work-friendly: Wi-Fi is decent and I saw a few people with a laptop watching movies or working while eating. Frustrating: - Early vendor closures: Most of the food options, including the main IKEA vendor, were completely closed by 6:00 PM. And heck it's not like they have that many food/bars here. - Abrupt hall closure: At 7:00 PM, the entire hall suddenly closed without any announcements, or signage about an early closure. So I got asked to leave while still eating :(. The security folks said they just randomly close early sometimes.

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    Merchant Roots - "Humpty Dumpty": Filet Mignon w/ broken bearnaise, marrow bone - 15 courses // $185 pp (1/2025)

    Merchant Roots

    4.6(144 reviews)
    0.4 miSoMa
    $$$$

    Merchant Roots is iconically perfect. It's always fun and delivers wonderful food! Thank you Chef…read moreRyan and team!!!

    SPOILER ALERT I wish…read moreI could give this 10 stars. That's how blown away I was. This was a surprise dinner, I walked in completely in the dark and somehow it just kept surprising me all night. It wasn't just dinner. It was a full on whimsical, immersive experience where every corner had something clever waiting for you. Our table looked like a forest exploded in the best possible way. Moss, little details everywhere, this elaborate fairy setup that had us literally "foraging" for parts of the meal. At one point a tiny fairy door opened and revealed a sweet treat to take home. I'm not kidding. It felt like being inside a storybook but with seriously good food and drink (I did the NA pairing, excellent). And the food? Every bite and every sip perfect. Everything beautifully curated and actually delicious, not just pretty for the gimmick. Sometimes immersive spots lean hard on the theme and forget the flavor. Not here. They nailed both. ~ $400 per person which is not small change. But this isn't a casual Saturday night out. It's a once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience. The kind you talk about for years. We caught the very last day of their mushroom theme and next up is Alice in Wonderland. If I can't make it back, I'll be stalking photos because I can only imagine how over-the-top they're going to take that concept. Highly, highly recommend. If you're on the fence, do it. Some dinners are meals. This one's a memory.

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    a Mano

    4.0(1.9k reviews)
    0.5 miHayes Valley
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    Wow! Across the board…read more.... My main San Francisco eatery. Hands down. I have never had a bad meal here and it's been many visits over the years. The fresh made pasta, salads, pizza, arancini, cocktails, dessert, and staff are bombdiggity! Awesome ambiance and one of the most fun neighborhoods in town with innovative retail shops, great shoe stores, bars, and cafés. Live music from opera, to world class Jazz. And of course the prestigious SF Ballet around the corner. I guess it's fair to say quite the hip hood. Please beware that parking is always a challenge if you don't want to park in an expensive garage. If the King of the World said that I had to choose one Italian restaurant to eat at in the San Francisco Bay area this is it. Update: And the hits just keep on coming! Another excellent lunch!!!!!

    Location is great as it's walking distance from SF Symphony. Outside seating was great with the…read moreheaters above our table on a chilly night. We ordered the spaghetti, a rotini, ravioli and 2 pizzas. Pastas were a solid 4; pizzas just so/so at 3. We had also ordered the kale salad which could have used more anchovies and more Parmesan. Maybe my expectation was too much, but no one came with fresh pepper mill, nor extra Parmesan to grate tableside. Also, they do not put any bread on the table to sop up sauce. Maybe I expect too much...

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    a Mano - MARGHERITA PIZZA $20 + SALSICCIA $4

    MARGHERITA PIZZA $20 + SALSICCIA $4

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    Kaiser Permanente Cafeteria - 6 th floor lobby

    Kaiser Permanente Cafeteria

    2.4(7 reviews)
    1.4 miAnza Vista
    $

    We were here for a family member's surgery and while waiting went to the cafeteria. Ordered our…read morefood and never got it. We even Payed for it. Talked to manager and said she seen our order when we got it they made everything wrong so had to wait to get it. Not happy with food either. Cold no seasoning ( Salt/Pepper) were available. Overall a bad experience.

    Self serve, self pay format so only occasionally there's someone who can take a cash payment. Best…read moreto bring a credit or debit card to pay for your order. They have a good assortment of grill sandwiches.I got the BLT on Multigrain bread ($5.99) several times during the 9 days my husband was in the hospital. It was so yummy. The last day I got it with added avocado. There wasn't much avocado but the bacon layer was a good 3/4 inch thick. Lots of bacon! Yum. You can get the sandwiches as a meal w/fries, too. They have cold sandwiches, assortment of salads (I had a chef salad one day which was very generous with the deli Turkey & ham and the strips of two types of cheese plus a whole boiled egg for $8.99), cut fruits, simple pudding & parfaits desserts, and drinks in the self serve refrigerators & in the vending refrigerators. They have only two hot entrees but often also two soups or stew. The first day I went they had a Guinness stew which both my daughters really liked. Facility was very clean with hand sanitizer dispensers mounted on the wall. Lots of napkins, condiments, cutlery in the self serve station. Prices are reasonable. Be sure to check hours since they close early on some days.

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    Chuck Williams Cafe

    Chuck Williams Cafe

    3.7(3 reviews)
    0.3 miLower Pacific Heights

    The nurses recommended the poke bowls so went for a grab-n-go meal…read more The teak-colored wood and large windows make this place serene, unlike any other drab hospital cafeteria. The set-up is confusing. Staff is busy working at different stations. Am I ordering from them, is there a dedicated area for that? I got the poke bowl with shrimp. The shrimp had been sitting in a garlic or lemongrass broth but instead of imparting flavor, the shrimp was mealy and unappetizingly mushy. I got all the fixin's so I picked at the shrimp and ate the seaweed and some rice and put it aside. They have vegan and vegetarian options as well as pizzas and burgers though with fit 'n' trim medical staff conspicuously ordering brown rice, vegetables and tofu you might feel the eyes of judgment on you. If you want a break to sip some tea undisturbed while watching the world go by or grab something healthy to eat, you can find it at this cafe that is gently priced despite its convenience inside the hospital. 2.10 for the poke bowl (don't leave shrimp soaking in water, they get mushy) 3.15 for the behind the grill/station staff, they are kind but disorganized 4.25 for a beautiful, airy restaurant and understatedly solicitous staff

    This cafeteria is on the 2nd floor of the Sutter Health CPMC medical center. It has a variety of…read morefood stations: pizza, deli, salad, soup, hot grill as well as a variety of snacks and beverages. The food is cooked to order so keep that in mind if you're in a hurry. There are daily specials and lots of seating. The cafe overlooks Van Ness Avenue And has plenty of sunlight which makes it a pleasant experience.

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    Chuck Williams Cafe - Big space, you can lose yourself in here.

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