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    Cole Valley Tavern

    4.2 (165 reviews)
    Open 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Lawrence C.

    While we were in Cole Valley, we wanted to grab some food for lunch without having to wait a while so we ended up popping by this restaurant. It mainly serves American fare inside, with a good amount of space during the day. It's nice and bright inside, with a cozy atmosphere. For our dishes we decided to get fish and chips along with a burger and fries. Even though I initially didn't expect much since we chose this place on a whim, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food! The burger was juicy, while the fries were made really well. The fish and chips were great too, with a nice crispiness to the fish. Overall, if you want a quick lunch around the area then this place is a pretty solid choice!

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    Cynthia S.

    I stopped by Cole Valley Tavern for dinner one night while I was in the area, and it was surprisingly cute and charming! There were a lot more families with kids than I expected, but it makes sense for the area. My husband and I split a cocktail that came in a cute bear mug (I think it was called the dancing bear). It was sweeter than I wanted, but that's definitely on me, since it's an inherently sweet sounding drink that's literally served with gummy bears. We started with the chicken yakitori, which was also sweeter and saucier than I expected for yakitori. Not sure what I was expecting but it was definitely a little odd. I was between the fish tacos and the fish and chips for my entree, and decided to go with the tacos. The fish was really well fried albeit a bit bland, but the chili crunch and garlic lemon aioli helped a lot. They were also a little too loaded with the pickled daikon and veggies, which I'm not totally sold went with the fish My husband also got the burger which was not bad, although we both thought the bun was pretty average (kind of dense and made the whole burger too bread-y). We also didn't realize the garlic fries would be more like the chips in fish and chips, although I guess they don't make more than one kind of fry. We did both love the soft serve however! It was a really nice way to end the meal. Overall the service was good and the atmosphere was cute, but the dishes were a little hit or miss and weren't always what we were expecting.

    Crystalin B.

    I love Cole Valley Tavern! My husband and I recently moved to the city and have been trying out hidden gem restaurants in different neighborhoods. Since we both work at UCSF we decided to walk over after work and we made it just in time for happy hour! The restaurant is so cute and quaint. They have outdoor seating, tables in the main bar area, and a pretty big back room. We were greeted right away and the service was excellent throughout - our server consistently checked on us and kept our waters filled. Customer service was a 10/10. We ordered the buffalo wings which were really good. We also got the miso Caesar salad with salmon... it was okay but a bit on the heavier side for my liking. It was probably because of the sieved eggs.. I'll probably skip it next time. We also had the chowder, which was delicious! At the end we both ordered a soft-serve ice cream cone which came in the cutest Cole Valley Tavern cup..it was the perfect cherry on top! So good!

    Pazookie

    Best pizookie I've ever had in my life I'm not kidding. Great drinks, good wings, but the pizookie literally changed my life

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    Matthew T.

    This is a local spot for us. We often stop in for cocktails, beer, or wine. Usually with a snack. We sometimes get dinner too. They used to use beef tallow in their fryer. My wife and I don't eat beef. So for us this made anything fried off the menu. But I am very happy to share that they have stopped using beef tallow, and now we come much more often. The fries and tots are great! The service is fast and friendly. It's a very comfortable environment. They clearly put a lot of effort into making the restaurant very clean and somewhat upscale without being too fancy. You do feel like you're taking yourself for a treat when dining here. It's not fast food. The quality in the food and the presentation is clear. Their cocktails are always fun and unusual. They have one that is served with gummy bears, which is one of my favorites. They have a great happy hour too. Definitely worth stopping by and checking out if you're in Cole Valley.

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    Helena L.

    i got a soft serve from their take out counter on one of the cole valley street fairs. total came out to about $6 for a mini vanilla cone with rainbow sprinkles. imo a bit pricey for what it is but the ice cream was pretty creamy and with the fresh sprinkles a good small treat service was really friendly and fast moving. ambiance was nice with two large benches outside to sit. overall, i would recommend if you wanted a quick sweet treat near the area!

    Alison H.

    I am a fannnnn. Came here for drinks, but after seeing other ppl around us getting their yummy orders, we ended up getting a whole frickin' dinner with the hand cut garlic fries, fish chowder, and the smash burger. Everything was delicious. The bread the chowder came with was phenomenal though; I have no idea what they put in that, but I could eat that everyday. Fries and tots were also fire, really crispy and perfectly seasoned. Soup was delicious, buttery lemony, and the smash burger was solid. Ambiance is casual and energetic. Good welcoming lighting and seats. The service was friendly, but a little slow. Definitely had to flag them down a few times. Once they got there though, they were great. I'd definitely come back again to try out other dishes and drinks!

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    Andres N.

    One of the most flavorful and satisfying fish and chips I have ever tried! The crispy batter, the dips, the way the potatoes are cut all make for a great take on the pub classic. It tasted really fresh, I only wish it came with more! We started with the wings which were also good. I enjoyed the way the carrots and celery were cut. They tasted almost pickled (?). Service was relatively fast and everything came out as expected for a busy Friday night service. They also have a great Happy Hour to check out with snacks and drinks. I also enjoyed that you can get a root beer float here, how fun. The espresso martini they make here is also quite nice. The ambiance is also pretty elevated for a neighborhood bar. I have been a few times and will continue to return.

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    C Z.

    Our first time at Cole Valley anything and I cannot wait to come back! We *only* had the fish tacos but they absolutely just changed my life. (I'll put the description under the photo I post). I had a lemon drop and my husband had a sparkling lemonade. The location is fantastic, on the corner in a fun corner of SF, and while we sat outside (*DOG FRIENDLY*), the interior was so fun, bright and clean. Tall bar and high tops when you enter. We had 3 separate people come deliver things to us, and while it may feel disorganized, the staff communicated so well with each other it was excellent service. We can't wait to come back! We will find an excuse if needs be.

    Doug T.

    This place is very nice, great atmosphere, friendly and the food rocks! I had the fish and chips, my daughter had the chowder and we shared the garlic fries. Spices cider was a nice nightcap.

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    Isabel H.

    I have been to Cole Valley tavern quite a few times with friends and family, but my boyfriend and I just moved to the neighborhood so we have been coming a lot more. On this night it was a Wednesday evening and we were able to be seated quickly. They offer quite a few fun non alcoholic beverage options. I love this! We ordered the Blueberry Mint Lemonade and Ginger bear which came in a fun cup. I ordered the Rigatoni and my boyfriend got the Smash Burger. We have had quite a few smash burgers in the city and this one is at the top of our list. In past visits I have ordered the Salmon tacos and the Caesar salmon salad! You can't go wrong, they are all delicious! If you can save room I hear the soft serve ice cream is really good. I have not had the chance to try it yet. As a dog mom, I like to point out their patio is dog friendly, but they are not dog friendly inside. The service has always been amazing when we've gone and on this specific night we got to meet the owner which was awesome! Cole Valley Tavern is a true gem to have in the neighborhood!

    Kristen S.

    We visited Cole valley tavern to meet with local friends in SF. It boasts indoor and outdoor seating, that is comfortable for a bar atmosphere and families/kids alike (we had two toddlers in our group). I didn't try the food, but cocktails were exceptional and the servers were incredibly attentive and kind with checking on us despite having a huge group with small squirmy kiddos. Happy hour was a pretty calm time, but there was a bit of a dinner rush around 6pm. Those who had food in our group were pleased. Definitely a good spot to catch up with friends and converse with fabulous people watching!

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    Shannon P.

    Yummy dinner and friendly service! Beautiful interior and nice ambiance. Great smash burger

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    I live close by and would love to see more vegetarian options on your menu! There isn't one main that's vegetarian? Even a veggie pasta would be great! Is there anything off menu that could be made vegetarian? Thanks!

    Dog friendly? Does it matter if it's inside or outside?

    Dog are only allowed outside exceptions are for service dogs.

    Do they have TVs?

    Yes they do, only in the lounge section (bar area).

    Is there outside seating?

    Yes, there is outdoor seating!

    Do they take reservations?

    Currently they don't but I believe they will start taking reservations in the next few weeks! Best to call and ask.

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