A wonderful classy French restaurant is excellent service and excellent food…read more It made me feel like I was in Europe. France. The chef even came out to greet us! The service was very personal and wonderful and good. We also met the owner, Lovely French Man. Everything was as expected or better than expected. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Chapeau was an incredible experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, and…read morethe service was exceptional. The filet mignon was juicy, tender, and cooked to perfection. The salmon was perfectly prepared as well, flaky, flavorful, and one of the best we've had. And don't leave without trying the French toast topped with ice cream. It was unbelievably good and the perfect way to end the meal! This was the perfect date night with my beautiful wife, and Chapeau made it an evening to remember. We'll definitely be back and can't wait for our next visit. Highly recommended!

Food is amazing!!! Space can get a little chilly. Not sure…read morewhy. Service is attentive without being obtrusive. They don't have Diet Coke.

Perfect intimate dinner date night spot! We sat at the counter where you can see them plate all the…read morefood. Curated menu and wine. Just simply intentional meal. Each night is a different menu, so you know the ingredients are fresh. Yes each night is a different menu, if I could go every night I would. Would definitely come back here for special occasions whether it be a birthday, anniversary, or even a girls night. Thanks for a fabulous meal chef!

This place is so cute and tucked away in a residential neighborhood. I've been here a handful of…read moretimes and it never disappoints. I decided to bring some family that were in town this past weekend and they really enjoyed it. I think all their entrees are decently priced, especially with the high prices everywhere and in SF!! For all the dishes listed, plus a soda and 2 Pomegranate Martinis, the bill came out to $250. We ordered a ton of food and everything was brought out at a good pace. For starters we decided to try the Escargot and some Crab Cakes and both were really tasty. We also got the White Wine Mussels and that was very flavorful as well. My son always orders the 3 course Steak & Frites and is always satisfied. It's a 12oz Ribeye and comes with your choice of salad plus gelato for dessert. I ordered the Bouillabaisse and that was honestly a bit of a disappointment. It was good, but it hardly had any seafood in it... Besides 4 mussels and a shrimp or 2, that was pretty much it. The menu says it comes with salmon and crab, but I didn't get any of that. Maybe it was the small amount of minced seafood under the shrimp, but regardless it was almost nonexistent. The other guests ordered the Chicken Marsala and Braised Short Ribs and those were very good. The Patata Bravas which is basically fried potatoes dressed with some sort of aioli were also really delicious. Parking really sucks, but there is a garage close by so that's where I usually pull up at. It's only like a block and a half away so it's fairly close to the restaurant. Of all the dishes that I've tried recently and in the past, the Truffle Ravioli is my favorite and the one dish that stands out from all the others!

Tl;dr - Nice relaxed ambiance, great place to grab a casual dinner. The food is decent, with the…read morepricing dressing it up, but I couldn't help but feel that the dishes leaned heavy either by too much salt or butter, with the drinks a little uninspiring. Could have been our choices or this particular night. Was in the area and we decided to have a casual date night over at this cozy little spot. The ambiance inside is pretty rustic and charming, our servers were also very welcoming. We both ordered the three course special, and some drinks. I got the sangria and she ordered a tropical cocktail. Drink wise, she told me it tastes mostly like pineapple juice, but I thought the sangria was decent. Food wise I got beef short rib, she got chicken with penne. The salads were ok, but the entrees were heavy. Lots of cream/butter I think but my wife couldn't finish hers, so we took it home. It's wasn't bad by any means but just not restaurant-level. The early bird dinner is definitely a very good deal, if I lived in the area I would probably give it another go and try something different, perhaps the other pastas. I'm thinking they probably do a great brunch, so perhaps we'll come back for that. Based on the dishes at dinner time though I wouldn't travel out for it. Regardless, was a nice relaxed dinner and we appreciated their hospitality.

C'est magnifique!…read more Authentic French cuisine with the cozy vibe of a bistro in France. Food is simply amazing, and some of the best I've tried ever. Have been here twice now and have left extremely satisfied. Over the past visits I've tried: Goat Cheese Salad: 4/5 very fresh and tasty, the walnut vinaigrette pairs so well with the balsamic. On the bitter side but I liked it Tiger Prawn Ravioli - 5/5, super unique and melt in your mouth. The sauce has an umami flavor and the dish is one of the best bites I've tried Steak (Filet) - 5/5, one of the best steaks I've tried. The seasoning is spot on and is very rich and flavorful Crispy Chick Breast - 10/5, my personal favorite dish. The chicken is seasoned to perfection, and the sauce lives up to the French rule that a perfect sauce is just as, if not more, important to the success of the dish. Love the mashed potatoes as well, my plate was wiped clean Desserts: 5/5 Apple Tart and chocolate cake - très bien The restaurant is tiny but it's part of the ambiance and reminiscent of a classic French bistro. Service is great, very friendly and attentive. Parking can be challenging as it's in a neighborhood and spots are usually limited, so plan in advance. Highly recommended.

Came to L'Ardoise for dinner and was hoping to try the duck confit, but unfortunately they said…read morethey've been out of it for a while. That was a little disappointing, but everything we ordered ended up being good. We had the lamb chops, hanger steak with fries, pork tenderloin special, and prawn ravioli. The fries were super crispy, which I loved. The pork tenderloin was the special that night and ended up being my favorite dish. The prawn ravioli was also really good and surprisingly generous in size. It could easily work as an entrée rather than just an appetizer. The only thing I'd skip is the bread and butter. They charge for it, and it was very mid and definitely not worth paying extra for. Service was fine. The interior is cozy and charming, with tables packed pretty close together, which actually gives it that real Parisian café feel. Overall, a really enjoyable dinner. I'd come back, especially if the duck confit makes its return!

Came back again for the steak frites and finally got to try the mussels! I've been wanting to try…read morethem since they were sold out the last time I was here. They were good, but I do wish the mussels were a little bigger and had more flavor. Overall, I still think the food here is really good. I especially love their aioli, and the service is always fast, even when we're sitting outside. The outdoor seating does get a lot of foot traffic and can get pretty cold. Since the outdoor tables seem to be really popular, I wish they would install some heat lamps, it would make sitting outside so much more enjoyable. Still a solid spot and I'd definitely come back!

Today I took my friend for a Birthday lunch. It has become "our place" for celebrating…read more In the past I have always had great service and phenomenal food. Today was a bit "off" on two levels, both service and food quality. Because the place is quite small and intimate on the inside, we decided to sit at the counter, which we really enjoyed. Our server Lucas was nice but once he took our order we never saw him again until the bill was presented. All other engagement (no conversation) was done by others delivering plates, removing plates and right down to taking our dessert order. We were never approached about our meal as in "how are you doing". Which is so rare for this place. Had anyone asked I would have immediately requested a new salad. I couldn't even get the attention of anyone as they seemed to all be huddled in the kitchen. I had the Caesar - $14, which presented well but was really awful. It was soaking wet with a dressing that had absolutely NO CAESAR flavor. The cheese on top, also flavorless and the 2 croutons were rock hard. I have never had such a bad Caesar. The Artichoke soup was o.k. My friend did really enjoy his Moules Thai which had the best sauce I have ever tasted and the killer fries of course. We each had a Crepe for dessert which is always super delicious. The whole meal was not worth $102 for lunch. My friend tipped over generously, which I would not have done for service that was non existent. I will return, as much of there food is outstanding, I will just steer clear of a few of these fails.

Took my friend here for her birthday and I'm so glad she suggested this place. I love that it was…read moredelicious French food but in a casual setting. We were able to get seated immediately and I loved how everyone was so relaxed and it was such a nice dinner to take our time and enjoy each dish. We ordered the French onion soup, the deviled eggs, the duck confit, bone marrow, and salmon. We finished off with the bread pudding. Each dish was so delectable and full of flavor. I can't wait to come back soon.

Mother-daughter day and we decided to have brunch at Galinette. We were seated pretty quickly upon…read morearrival and noticed a few specials posted outside and on a small sign on the wall. Wanted a cappuccino but their espresso machine wasn't working during our visit, so we just had regular coffees. Kiddo ordered the pasta with smoked duck. Kiddo has a nut allergy so she was happy to hear that they do not use nuts in their pesto. I ordered the Lyonnaise Frisee as this is probably one of my most fave salads and decided to also add the smoked duck for more protein. Both dishes arrived at the same time, and they were decent portions. The smoked duck was tender. I enjoyed the salad. Kiddo enjoyed her pasta. Also ordered a croissant as had to give one a try. It was a flaky and buttery croissant - good. At no time did we feel rushed. Had to flag them down for more coffee, otherwise service was friendly. Would return to try other dishes.

I've been searching for a good spot for steak frites in the bay and heard good things about chez…read moremaman so i thought to give it a try. The peppercorn sauce was delicious and had a mushroomy taste. The steak and sauce complimented each other so well. I love a side of fries but they were maybe a tad too salty. Safe to say I will be back for this dish again. First time trying french onion soup and was delighted about the gooey cheese and the soaked bread bits at the bottom. You definitely can get a good cheese pull with this. The onion wasn't as overpowering as I initially thought this soup would be. Fettuccini with mushrooms was buttery goodness on a plate. Pretty standard dish and filling. There's lots of street parking around the restaurant and a nice bookstore to walk in afterwards. The staff were so welcoming and i loved the diner ambiance. They even have plenty of outdoor seating if you'd prefer that too.

We came here specifically because of the reviews and drove across the city to try it…read more Unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. We arrived around 2 PM on Sunday, August 23, and waited approximately 30 to 45 minutes before anyone took our order. We were seated on the patio, and during that time I watched two other parties get up and leave after waiting just as long without being helped. The table next to us was also having service issues and ended up receiving the wrong order. The food itself was bland and not something I would come back for. The one positive part of the experience was the gentleman bussing the tables, who had dark hair and a beard. He was extremely polite, attentive, and kind. Unfortunately, our waitress, who had red hair, seemed completely disengaged. She never checked on us after taking our order, did not bring us our check, and even her demeanor while taking the order felt dismissive. When we ordered, her response was basically "okayyyyy," which was uncomfortable and unprofessional. Overall, this was not at all what I expected based on the reviews. Between the extremely slow service, multiple tables being neglected, incorrect orders around us, and underwhelming food, I would not return.

Been here for 10 years and cannot believe I haven't written a review. First time dining at the bar…read moreand I think we like it better than the main dining room. The bartenders are very friendly and there's more of an interaction atmosphere. Also, I didn't realize we could share a five course meal, which is amazing and very delicious. It's actually still too much food for the two of us and I did say Share and I'm so happy they allow for it because I don't like over eating dinner anymore. We had the Lobster risotto five stars so delicious Crab salad four stars very filling Sear scallops with mussels four stars Branzini. Five stars. Love the crispy skin with the moist fish. Pork tenderloin already cut. They actually were a little bit delayed on this maybe because they forgot, but they made up for it by pouring us some red wine while we waited the wine was delicious. And also don't forget free dessert, assortment of little bites of heaven. Service was six stars. The hostess actually showed me to the bathroom but also checked if it was occupied and then went upstairs to check if that one was occupied and told me I can go to that one. It was like royalty service. I'd loved it. I think we're gonna start dining at the bar again as there's so much flexibility with the menu this is one of our favorite restaurants in the city consistent food and service highly recommend

This is my fourth time visiting Gary Danko with friends for a small wedding dinner. Everything was…read morefine until I flagged a female server with short blonde hair. I had seen on the online menu that it included an eggs Benedict appetizer and asked her if it would ever be available again. Her response was harsh and condescending. "We don't serve brunch here. You must have us mistaken for another restaurant." I had printed the menu directly from the Gary Danko website that very morning. Only after my father spoke up and said that he had seen it too did she stop and say she would go check. It was only after we returned home that I realized I had clicked on a 2024 menu. Still, her response to a simple question was extremely off-putting, especially given that her tone became noticeably more respectful when speaking to my father. I understand that I was looking at an outdated menu, but there was no reason to respond so dismissively to a genuine question, particularly at a restaurant of this caliber. It was the first link that popped up when searching "gary danko menu". The second issue occurred during our second course, when the staff forgot my father's corn soup. He realized it had been missed because they had brought him a knife and fork but not a spoon. When he flagged down the same server, she and the original server, who had briefly peeked around the corner before walking away, eventually came over to check on it. Her response was, "It's on its way now. It's just not done yet." At the very least, I would have expected an apology for forgetting the soup. Other minor issues added to the overall disappointment. When calling weeks prior, no one picked up the phone. It leads to an automated voice system that couldn't answer my questions. I left my phone number in voicemail and never heard back. During the meal, I never learned any of the servers' names. When I previously dined here with a group of seven people in a private room, the service was the best we had ever experienced. Our server introduced himself and was genuinely kind and attentive. Yesterday's experience, by comparison, felt impersonal, with different staff members bustling around without much personal attention. No one offered to walk us through the tasting menu or explain the dishes. On top of all of this, I'm pretty sure I ordered a soufflé for a friend and they brought out crème brûlée. Since my friend didn't want to bother them and I was already unsettled from asking a basic question, I didn't bring it up to the servers. The food this year was also just okay. The beef tartare contained beets, and the avocado mousse had so much lime that, when paired with the beef, it tasted more like guacamole than a dish with distinct beef flavor. The duck breast and hash was my favorite entrée, although I learned that I do not enjoy endives. The quail was cooked well but was not seasoned to my taste. The tagliatelle was so buttery that I could not finish it. The Louisiana butter cake was excellent, and my friends enjoyed the soufflé and crab salad. Overall, we paid $800 for dinner last night, but the interaction over a simple question about eggs Benedict was disappointing. The server was dismissive toward me, yet her tone noticeably changed when speaking to my father. Combined with the lack of attentive service and the merely average food, the experience fell far short of what I expected from Gary Danko. Unfortunately, I would not return after this experience. It sucks because service used to be a highlight of the experience. **I attached proof of seeing eggs Benedict on the menu because the server was so insistent it never existed.

Such a fantastic experience! We stopped in for brunch before visiting the Presidio, opting to sit…read moreoutside and enjoy the spectacular weather and enjoy the outside cafe ambiance. The host and server were very pleasant and helpful explaining ingredients and making sure to capture food allergies. We had the grilled chicken sandwich, the sauce was to die for and tied the perfectly prepared chicken together with everything. We also had the quiche Lorraine - simply amazing! The flavors were delicious and the crust was amazingly crisp and light. If you visit their website, you will see the numerous awards and mentions in publications like Forbes - they most definitely deserve each one!

A FRENCH BISTRO GEM…read more I had always wanted to try Cote Ouest Bistro, and it did not disappoint. FROM BAKER STREET TO COTE OUEST The restaurant was formerly Baker Street Bistro and is now owned by former BSB employees. They've successfully carved out their own identity while preserving the artistry and craftsmanship of classic French cuisine. HIGH QUALITY, FAIR PRICES The food is excellent, and the prices are reasonable compared with many other restaurants in San Francisco. That combination helps Cote Ouest stand out from the crowd. A TOUCH OF PARIS The French staff and charming interior create an atmosphere that feels like a neighborhood bistro in Paris. The restaurant's familiar design has remained largely unchanged, which adds to its warmth and character. INDOOR AND OUTDOOR DINING The dining room can get loud when it's bustling, but there is plenty of outdoor seating, including a parklet added during the pandemic. Sitting outside can be a little more comfortable if you want to have an easy conversation. WHAT WE ORDERED We ordered the crab cake roll, which was the special of the day, along with the mussels--always a great choice. Everything was delicious. GOOD TO KNOW Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations through OpenTable are recommended, especially during busy dining hours. Cote Ouest Bistro is definitely a neighborhood favorite--and now one of mine.