I came here for my birthday dinner Amazing prefix menu with really delicious food Service is great My favorite dish is Vol au vent Overall for me is the really good French cuisine with affordable price read more

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Chapeau is a wonderful option for French cuisine in SF - the food is great, service is kind, and they do it all without the pretentiousness that tends to come with French dining. My husband and I came here for a date night and we each chose the 3 course option $62 (which is a steal imo), you can also upgrade for a wine pairing. I chose - Sop a l'oignon (French Onion Soup), Moules Frites (Mussels + Fries), and the Filet Mignon. Hubs chose - Escargot, Filet Mignon, and the Creme Brulee. I loved each dish I chose (as well as each dish my hubs chose). Every dish was beautifully executed and flavorful. French cuisine can sometimes be very rich and heavy with all the cream and butter, but Chapeau's execution of each dish was perfect. read more

Been to Chapeau a couple times during Restaurant Week and it's one of my consistent favorites! Do get the mussels and fries, the cassoulet and duck confit are definitely hearty options. They always make me and my guest feel special here and it's a perfect date night or anniversary spot! read more

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Great restaurant, great food and wonderful personell! It is such a cozy place with tasty food . Everything that I ordered here tasted wonderful. The hot chocolate cake was out of this world ! And Philippe is so friendly and makes you feel right at home. Thank you! read more

Food: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Chapeau seems like a your local neighborhood restaurants that has been here for years. I can see a lot of the people here are loyal customers. I wish they sat us in a cuter location. They sat us right next to the bar in an awkward table that was facing a cash register. The back had cuter vibes. Staff was very friendly and bubbly doe! Complementary Tomato Bisque Shot: 5/5 Honestly I wish I was able to order a bowl of this. THIS WAS AMAZING Yellow Corn Soup: 5/5 YUMMMAYYYY. On the sweeter side but i love it. Filet Mignon: 4/5 For some reason this dish tasted a bit asian. Meat was very tender, perfectly cooked to medium rare. Complementary Bread & Butter: 4/5 The norm. But eat this with the escargot and its 5/5! Escargot: 4/5 5/5 flavor! 4/5 because the escargot didn't come in a shell and was not as fresh. Branzino Meuniere: 3/5 Fish was perfectly cooked but it was over salted, very salty. The riz a l'ail was drowned in butter. Paper Plane: celebrity rating from friends cuz I don't drink alc. "3/5 for the taste, 4/5 for the alc content. STRONG." My girlies were tipsy after half the glass. Salade Lyonnaise: 3/5 This was alright. Pomegranate & Lime Mocktail: 3/5 Honestly just tasted like a regular lemonade. Nothing special. read more

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This is a great place to have the food. Quality is good and have good varieties of options over there

I wish I had the experience most reviews rave about, but for me, it was pretty mid. On the plus side, we were seated in a corner away from the crowd, which was nice as the restaurant quickly filled up. The tables are quite close together, making it a bit of a squeeze to get in and out for restroom breaks (which I expected to look nicer). The 3- or 4-course option seems like the best value since you get to mix and match appetizers, entrées, and desserts. We started with a complimentary soup taster, which, paired with warm bread and butter, was actually my favorite part of the meal. I ordered the salade lyonnaise (a bacon salad that was a bit salty), the filet mignon (just okay), and the blueberry clafoutis (which I really enjoyed, it reminded me of bread pudding). I also tried the lamb, which I've recently started to appreciate, but this one was too gamey for my taste. By the end of the night, I was definitely full, but for the price, my taste buds weren't exactly impressed. Service was friendly, though they were very busy, and we had to wait quite a while for the check. read more

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Chapeau is as close to France as San Francisco gets. From the moment we walked in, Philippe set the tone: the best maître d' in the city :). Warm, attentive, and genuinely present in a way that's rare. When we left, he ran out to the street, caught up to us, and hugged us. The food was extraordinary. The vol au vin was excellent, the salad with breaded camembert was exactly what you want it to be, and the beets with goat cheese and hazelnut was a standout. Our waiter was impressively fast and knew the menu inside and out. For dessert, the blueberry clafoutis and floating island were both beautifully done. The bread is standardm- you won't write home about it, but it's honest. We were given generous pours of wine while we waited and chatted. Authentic French excellence and warmth. Don't sleep on this place. read more

I was so excited to try this restaurant for my birthday. I love French food and have been to France several times. My experience here was very disappointing.The food quality was so poor, duck confit was nothing like you expect. Meat was not fresh and sauce was nothing like French food. The martini glass stinky!bathroom was dirty. For a fine dining restaurant this was such a disappointment. The 2 stars is for our server. read more

Read below for separate reviews of each dish. Do note: it took almost an hour between appetizers and mains and the overall dinner was pushing 3 hours... (a bit too long unfortunately) - if you're interested in more reviews follow @leafynoms on instagram Bread & Butter: outside was super crispy with a nice fluffy and aerated center; the crust itself was a bit harder than I remember but the butter is nicely salted. Amuse Bouche: pea and leek soup topped with truffle oil Soup was served cold and was very savory.. first the truffle flavor hit your tongue followed by the leeks and ending on a bit of a spice-note at the end Salmon Trio: cured salmon (gravlax) surrounding a mound of tart with salmon roe, eggs, and capers + creamy white sauce When eaten altogether it was creamy, salty, sweet and very texturally unique. There was true harmony in this dish and making sure you get a little of everything in each bite is crucial! Moules Frites: as an appetizer, came with ~15 mussels bathing in a beautifully rich butter sauce served with a side of crispy, salty French fries with an anchovy aioli. Mussels had soaked up the wonderful broth and were bursting with flavor, but the true star is the thick aioli - super rich and addicting, more savory than anything and reminded me of the umami of pate. Scallop: fennel confit, grapefruit, citrus beurre blanc One of the first dishes in a while to really blow me away - truly magical. The scallop was cooked well and had a slight bite, but the true star was the sauce - a sweet and rich yet loose custard with grapefruit slivers. The bitterness from the grapefruit with the sweetness of the broth and the scallop altogether was beautiful and you needed every element together for the dish to work. My only critique is I wish the scallop had a harder sear. Filet Mignon: pommes puree, shallot confit, kale, demi-glace Standard is med-rare The sauce is bitter yet sweet and the confit shallow was pure sugar. The potatoes were very butter forward and the kale had no hint of bitterness. The filet was so tender and juicy it really is a well-rounded main course. Duck Breast: farro, baby turnip, baby carrot, green peppercorn sauce Bit of a let down. The end pieces were pretty salty and chewy, a bit off-putting The best part of the dish was the farro which was cooked perfectly, nice saltiness but added a textural element. The carrots and turnips were crucial to cut through the richness of the dish. I felt the duck was a bit game-y. French Toast: hazelnut creme anglaise, salted caramel ice cream The toast is essentially swimming in the hazelnut anglaise and was disappointing. I wanted it crispier to resist against soaking up all the liquid, but I will say the juxtaposition of the ice cream to the warm toast was a symphony in my mouth. Chocolat fondant: banana, rum raisin ice cream Aka chocolate lava cake; very intense chocolate flavor but the rum raisin doesn't come through well enough for there to be a distinction between that and plain vanilla. Overall, 7/10. This isn't my first time here, but it is my first time thinking through each bite and dish. There are things I think would elevate some dishes, but my favorite would definitely be either the mussels or scallops. Chapeau does seafood well and that's a fact. **Please consider checking out @leafynoms on instagram for more foodie reviews!** read more

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My friends and I came on a busy night. We arrived early for our reservation so had a few cocktails at the bar. Once seated, we started our dinner with oysters which were very fresh! I think the star of the dinner was the multiple desserts that we shared! Our server was wonderful & attentive. We also met the owner who was lovely. Would definitely come back. read more

Chapeau - Delicious beet salad - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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3.5 Stars Had a last minute dinner here and my favorite thing about this spot is their service. Staff is so friendly and bubbly, made the experience so much more worth it. We opted for the tasting menu with 3 courses. I think the first dish and the main dish were good enough, but definitely not the best I've ever had. The highlight dish was the dessert. Don't think I would come back in the near future just because the dishes lacked the "wow" factor, but the service here might change my mind! read more

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I celebrated my 30th birthday here, so this place already has a special spot for me. The owner is also the chef, and he's incredibly friendly. You can tell he really cares about what he's doing. He's also training his son, which I loved seeing. His son made the pâté en croûte in the pictures. I'd even recommend this place to a French person without hesitation. The food is top notch, the service feels genuine, and the atmosphere just makes you want to stay longer. read more

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Im a fan! Amazing food, great service & pretty cute ambiance. Everything we ordered was delicious and the perfect portion size. There was acid missing in a few dishes, I think that would have helped cut the richness. However, French food is notoriously heavy and Im here for it. We really loved the mussels & fries, it hit the spot. The dishes were well executed & the service was super friendly and attentive. read more

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Everything about this place was so wonderful! From the waiters to the wine and to the food created by their amazing and fabulous chef! We did the four course meal and it was well worth it. And the chef was so wonderful as he came out and greeted people. One of my fondest memories after such fantastic food and Service was when the chef came out as we left and personally said goodbye, and we were able to tell him what an amazing chef he is and that we would be back! I highly recommend this as a romantic dinner and superior culinary experience! read more

We made our way to Chapeau after making last minute reservation for dinner. We grabbed the earliest open slot and are thankful that we did. Got there and got greeted by the owner, he showed us to our table. Such great hospitality and interaction. The evening started great before we even got seated. Food: We got the tomato soup, duck, filet, potato gratin, and crème brûlée. All of it was very good. The food was seasoned. I don't mean spices, I mean seasoned. It had flavors which I found to be rare in a lot of places. It helped the natural flavors of the dishes to come out. It was all very good. Service: server was attentive enough. We didn't need for anything. There was a bit of a snaffoo but the waiter quickly fixed it (it was a last minute addition that may not have made its way to the kitchen). No notes. Ambiance: great space. A bit loud but it was such a nice experience I'd define it more as lively. Overall, great evening. The host/owner is super friendly and built a great place. We will be back! read more

Filet Mignon: 1/5 overcooked (only in the very middle done correctly), overly sweet dry low quality meat. Duck: 2/5 Onion soup. 2.5 /5 half the size of the bistro in my Chicago neighborhood and not as good. Salmon: 2/5 whole foods packaged ones better Scalope: one piece for $17.... 2/5 it had three cold tomatoes in the warm sauce. Bread: warm and crips 5/5 Service: 5/5 overall good. The French chef/owner was nice and i liked him coming out of shop to acknowledge us and say goodbye...dropped off some French words at times which was charming. French toast with ice cream - no thought behind it. 2/5 Portions were surprisingly small. Fine for us as we are travelers and wanted to try multiple dishes which we did. My wife had a couple of drinks, one was way too sweet. Overall i'd give it a 1/5 but given the good service, jacking it up to two stars. read more

Chapeau is an institution... Thru the years, I do not think I have had an unsatisfactory meal in this truly French Restaurant... It has always been perfect (in the old or new location...). The service without being overwhelming is 5 stars. This is why on a weeknight it is packed... In my opinion reservations are a must. I raise my hat Chapeau! :) read more

My family came here for Thanksgiving as a reprieve from cooking and boy oh boy it did not disappoint! A family-owned joint whose food and ambiance oozes with their authentic culture. We felt like we joined their family dinner. read more

1: Appetizer bread with tomato sauce. The bread is French style, slightly sour and hard. You must dip it in the sauce. The sauce is slightly sweet, highlighting the tomatoes and also has a hint of pumpkin flavor. It is appetizing. 2: Pistachio vegetable salad with fried cheese. The salad part tastes very good. The sauce should be Ranch, which is sweet and sour (I will add pistachios to salads after this dish). The fried cheese is fishy. If you like salads, I recommend this dish. 3: Pan-fried scallops. If you choose 3, of course, you will skip this dish, but I recommend trying it. The scallops are cooked at the right time. The outer and bottom are slightly crispy, but the center is still soft and tender. The mixture makes the taste unique. With the sauce and citrus, the umami taste is more layered. The only drawback is that there is only one portion, which is gone in two or three bites. 4: Braised lamb leg with zucchini. This dish is not amazing, but the quantity is sufficient. The meat is very soft and rotten. According to the time of serving, it should be semi-prepared in advance, so the seasoning is heavy, highlighting the taste of lamb, but there is no fishy smell. The lamb should be couscous under it. It is also very good after absorbing the soup with the zucchini. If you don't like strong flavors, I recommend ordering something else. If you like lamb, you can try it. 5: Dessert: Fried toast with caramel chocolate ice cream. This is the only dish I don't recommend among the four dishes. The toast looks good, but it became soft after being soaked in the semi-melted ice cream. In addition, the ice cream is sweet. Normally, you should have a bite of dessert and a bite of hot tea as shown in the picture, but it's really good to have one cold and one hot. . . It's recommended to try other dessert options on the menu read more

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My friend made reservations for my birthday and I was so glad she did. This place was absolutely amazing!!! I would definitely recommend making a reservation because they do get quite busy, especially on a Friday or Saturday night. Our server was very sweet and he recommended the 3 course tasting menu so we could try a bunch of different items since it was my first time there. So we did that and everything tasted so delicious!! We even had a couple desserts to share, which were amazing! I definitely recommend getting the French toast to top of an amazing meal. read more

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Food was wonderfully plated and well balanced flavor. Service was warm, efficient and not intrusive. Definitely a solid recommendation from us. read more

I would give chapeau 4.5 stars overall. We started off with the escargot and onion soup. Escargot was soft in texture and garlicky which we liked. The onion soup was very rich in flavor and satisfying. For the mains, we ordered the lamb shank and cassoulet (pardon my spelling). I think both were very interesting dishes as my wife and were very familiar with these French dishes. The lamb was well braised and the cassoulet was very hearty and filling. I think both main dishes could be improved but I'm not sure how. Service was very nice and made the experience very enjoyable. Overall a nice dining experience. read more

Chapeau - Onion soup and escargot - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This was a sad downgrade. I really, really, really was a fan of this place before, but can no longer recommend them as being 4 or 5 stars because I've been here multiple times before I write this review and each time was disappointing. Let's talk about the escargot. The buttery garlic was now sour with less pesto, and the bread was cold and lifeless. I used to enjoy dipping the bread, but not anymore. 2/5 stars Their French onion soup was also one of my favorite soups of all time.....now the broth is so salty, and the cheese barely melted on the top. This wasn't made with the same care as before. 2/5 stars for their salty onion soup which used to be my favorite. The salmon appetizer was just not as fresh as we would have liked, and neither was the soggy salad. The salmon was a bit fishy, which is never good, and the lettuce for the salad was on the old/stale side. 2/5 stars. My coworker's risotto was so dry, and also, the temperature was off. You know it's bad when she asked me why I thought this place was so great. 3/5 stars. Point taken, it's not the way it used to be....and that's something that's hard to write here. This was a 2.5 star meal experience rounded up only because of the okay service. read more

Chapeau - Sad that this place has gone downhill.... - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

Made a last minute reservation to celebrate an anniversary and was able to get a table at 7pm on a Sunday. The staff are incredibly kind and friendly, and the atmosphere was perfect for a celebration. We each got the prefix menu along with a glass of wine, oysters, and after dinner drinks. Bourgogne, 2022 domaine de mauperthuis- 4/5 we didn't think we could finish a bottle, so we opted for one of the options to buy per glass. Tasted like alcoholic grape juice (not in a bad way). A great compliment to the meal Oysters on the half shell- 5/5 our waiter described the current oysters as briney and creamy, and that was exactly how they tasted! The sauce was perfect for the oysters Escargot- 3/5 cheesy buttery goodness. Very much on the salty side Salmon trio- 5/5 fresh fresh salmon and a whole lot of flavors that combine wonderfully together. Definitely one of my favorites from the meal. Potato crusted black cod- 5/5 super soft fish that melts in your mouth. I have no clue what it is but the sauce is incredible Filet mignon- 4.5/5 the duck fat potato in this entree is legit one of the best potatoes I've ever had. Also "really good. Like one of the better ones I've had for sure" - my partner French toast- 4/5 also a melt-in-your-mouth delight. Despite how sweet it is the flavor makes you devour the whole thing. Would recommend with decaf coffee. Chocolate fondant- 4/5 again a bit too sweet but imagine a thin crispy chocolate shell and you break it open and gooey chocolatey goodness starts pouring out. So happy it came with ice cream too. We appreciate they brought out a platter with "happy anniversary" and a candle as well! Such a special way to celebrate. Thanks again! read more

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When you think of a French restaurant items that come to mind are stuffy waiters, artful presentations, comfortable surroundings, minimal quantity, and high prices. For Chapeau most of this is true - except for the stuffy waiters. the service was excellent and the staff was friendly. We started off with some cocktails, wine, and ice tea. This is where the restaurant makes most of its $$$ as the prices reflect that. I had the ice tea and it was weak and staff did not bother to refresh it even though it probably took only one bag of tea to make for the $4.50 charge. Our appetizers include roasted beets with whipped goat cheese. hazelnut. lemon & honey vinaigrette ($18); salmon trio of tartare. gravlax. roe egg, creme fraiche ($20), and salade lyonnaise with frisee . lardon . crouton . poached egg ($21). All were elegantly presented, though the salad seems rather blase as it was dearth of much greens. For entrees our party had cassoulet consisting of cannelini bean ragout . duck confit . toulouse & garlic sausages ($44), moules frites (mussels) withshallot white wine . parsley butter . anchovy aioli ($40), filet mignon with pommes puree . shallot confit . kale . demi-glac ($49), and lastly a branzino meuniere with riz a l'ail . brown butter . lemon . caper . spinach ($44). All the entrees were pleasingly presented and we shared the dishes. Nothing was leftover. All were tasteful and I especially liked the branzino. After spending nearly $400 we were hit with a 5% "SF mandate" fee. I feel that was a bit underhanded as I didn't read the small print on the bottom of the menu. Instead of this added mandate, why don't they just roll it into the prices? Mainly because of this I did not give them 5 stars, but more like a 4+ read more

Superbe. Charmmming. D E L I C I O U S. *Friendly*: we were greeted at the door by the chef-owner with a handshake (and he repeated that when we departed). The service is: impeccable. I haven't experienced this level of professional skill and service in years- sans *any* prentension. These guys are Gallic pro-fes-sionals. The dishes are a high. They're classiques, yet elevated by attention and *care*. Close your eyes and point at anything and you'll be way beyond "satisfied ". Better yet, ask you waiter to suggest, or choose for you. Their bar bangs too! Going back A.S.A.P. read more

Just wow. It felt like being back in Paris. Starting with the owner who runs the place and shares his recipe with his son. Very welcoming. The food was faultless. We had the special Côte de Boeuf (bone-in ribeye) and the meat was cooked to perfection, with the bone marrow side. The onion soup was cheese, to die for. Then we had the potato side creamy and cheesy. I tried some of the salads too and they were brilliant (duck confit and beets and goat cheese). The dessert we tried them all - favourite being the French toast - but crème brûlée was also special. The champagne and reds suggested were al Incredible and service was epic. Happy to have a place like this in SF. read more

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Food and service was amazing! A Top spot for intimate dinining. Full experience with great ambience. read more

Chapeau - Filet Mignon - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Still our favorite place ever! Best food, kindest staff, such a cozy space. Highly recommend over & over.

Chapeau has really benefited from it's 20+ years experience at the location. The first thing you notice is the service, with executive chef Phillipe always warmly greeting patrons at the door. The excellent service extends to us sitting down and beyond, with staff explaining to us all the different things that make the menu unique. At the staff's recommendation, I ordered the earl grey cocktail and boy was I glad to do so. This is legitimately one of my favorite cocktails ever now. The little bit of sugar on the rim really brought out the herbal tea flavors. It was 10/10 and I would willingly become an alcoholic anytime for this. After ordering, we were presented with a delicious shot of creamy tomato soup with a dab of parsley oil. We knew we were in for a delicious meal when we finished it, because it had the full flavor of eating a pasta, but also heavy so it felt like we did as well despite being so small. We ordered a ton of food next, but each dish was memorable. The Vou le vant and the salmon trio with fried capers were both incredible. The mushroom was excellent, and the salmon was delicious. The highlight was the small bits of fried capers on the salmon dish that really added a nice burst of flavor and crunch to each bite. This is a must-order. The scallop was excellent and was so flaky it reminded me of cod. The potato gratin had a delicious top layer and was super rich and creamy. The main dishes we ordered were the lamb shank and the duck confit. The duck reminded my wife of a delicious chicken breast because it was so juicy, and didn't have the gamey taste that is common in poorly prepared duck dishes. The lamb shank was honestly my favorite because of how tender it was. It literally fell off the bone. Yum! All the desserts were excellent. The creme brulee was perfectly balanced and did not have any of the bitterness of places less polished than Chapeau while retaining the creamy egg taste. The french toast was so good it made me forget that I ever liked Hong Kong toast. The whole experience was so polished and wonderful, from the food to the service, I am tipping my hat to the Gardelle family. I would happily recommend Chapeau to not just anyone reading this but also to all my friends and family. This is one place we will definitely be returning to in the near future. read more

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The service is good here. It can get very busy in here and the entrance is a bit a close space for waiting parties so just be mindful to ensure you place reservations for a less anxious wait. The food was stellar as well with a nice presentation to it. There was this potato corn creme soup thing that was absolutely killer. It came in like a mortar of some sort and I wanted to lick it all up. And I did - my wife got anxious because I'm an absolute barbarian but it was that good. It was a nice French restaurant to go to. Depends on your budget - but this could be a nice date night for long-term couples, or even a date night for first time dating. The nuage de noix is incredible. I don't go to much French restaurants nor educated enough to remember the same types of dishes but this dessert is like surrounded by a tangy/orange soup. And you have the profiteroles (crispy pastry ball thing) with the cream puff and the pistachios absolutely drizzled on top. I honestly think that is the selling point for me - but I also have a sweet tooth so.. take that into consideration. I would go here again to try something new but going to save it for a date night so my wife will think how thoughtful I am that I remembered the French restaurant that she liked and would like to try again some day. read more

Def one of my top French restaurants in the bay. Esp $75 got 3 courses of great French food is insane in the bay. The salade Lyonnaise and canard confit are my go to dishes here. read more

SO SOOO SOOOOO GOOD!! At its 26th year, there are great reasons why Chapeau! is still going strong in SF. Great Food, Great Service, and a nice comfortable restaurant with warm ambience... keeps me coming back to Chapeau over the many years. Chapeau! never relaxed with the quality of their food; like the chef said --- it's made with love. You can really see the intricate detail in the plating as well as the perfectly balanced flavors for each and every dish. Service is always excellent here! The good old charm of having the chef and the owners come to greet you every single visit... and no, as much as I'd like to think I'm a VIP - no, they greet every - single - table ach and every time!! Very special and definitely adds to our dining experience. We had a larger party of 6 here and everyone had an excellent 3-course dinner. In particular, I want to really highlight the Filet Mignon. It's definitely BOMB! and just perfectly cooked. The Rock Cod was buttery and flavorful ... and finally - their desserts are all tear here... paired w a cup of cappuccino wraps up another great meal and great evening at Chapeau! Thank you Chapeau!! read more

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This is my second review for this wonderful restaurant. I can't say enough about their service, food choices, and attention to detail. I love that they have a very reasonably priced prix fixe menu in the city of San Francisco. This is one of my favorite restaurants in this city filled with so many options! read more

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One of the best meals I've ever had in the City! Every dish was delicious. Soup! Just wow. Salad Lyonnaise, Lamb Shank, Chocolate cake with Strawberry sorbet. Phillipe was welcoming and gracious. Cozy clean setting. read more

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This was our first time back at this restaurant in over 18 years (not because we didn't like it back then but because we moved to Marin and got lazy about going over the bridge). We had a lot of good memories coming back to the old neighborhood and a bit of trepidation because things are often gilded by nostalgia, and the pandemic has eroded the quality of food and service at so many beloved restaurants (those which survived, that is). Thus, we were thrilled to discover that Chapeau! was as charming as ever...perhaps even more so with its refresh, which made the place brighter and modern in a cozy way. It was Sunday night, and we were given a lovely corner table at the back of the restaurant. From beginning to end, hospitality was excellent: warm and attentive without being overbearing. Delicious warm bread was offered before the food arrived, and the amuse bouche was a nice touch (creamy tomato soup with refreshing dab of parsley oil). We both decided on the petit 3 course menu and decided to share both options for each course because the dishes all sounded good to us. The appetizers were wonderful. The creamy corn soup was fragrant and warming, with depth of flavor beyond just the corn. The vol au vent was tasty, with high quality mushrooms and a just-ride accent of frisee with mustard dressing. For the mains, we had tried the salmon and pork tenderloin dishes. The salmon was done just right, with a hint of translucence in the middle, and the saffron sauce was perfect. The bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin was equally good, all the flavors in the dish (apple, cabbage, parnsip) balanced and complementary. For the dessert, we both decided to have profiteroles, and the serving size was beyond generous. I couldn't finish all three, so my husband ate four! The rich vanilla ice cream, chocolate ganache, and crunchy almonds were a fitting end to an unpretentious and perfectly delicious French bistro meal. It's also worth mentioning that this restaurant is, in my opinion, a stellar value. The petit prix fixe (only available certain days) was $60, and the grand prix fixe (which had more options) wasn't that much more. Our overall bill came out to what we've found ourselves paying at very "mid" restaurants (you know, the kind where you check out once and never go back). Happily, that was not the case with Chapeau!. We had such a lovely experience from beginning to end, and I applaud the effort and care that this establishment has invested in maintaining their high standards over the last 20+ years. We will definitely be crossing that bridge to dine here more often. read more

Recently went back with my kid, he ordered the Muscles and Fries, and I got an amazing filet mignon. We topped it all off with a cream brule, it was all amazing. Chef Philipe know's what he is doing, and he's doing good! Fantastic place for a special occasion or romantic night out. Super endroit pour manger!!! read more

One of my favorite dinning experiences in San Francisco! I love that this experience is so personal with the chef coming to greet all the guests. Their set menus are always full of delicious options and moderately well priced. The overall feel is very home, which is something I love about this restaurant considering it's French cuisine and it really feels like these dishes were made with a lot of love. I have not been in a while, but I miss this place and definitely will be back soon. read more

We have eaten at Chapeau several times and also occasionally order to go, especially during the pandemic. I like the food very much, including their desserts. It is a small family business so we like to support them as they are friendly and really care to ensure a positive experience for their customers. read more