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    Elizabeth D.

    Food was a hit and the portions are big , it was a good surprise by my husband Jason . Forgot to take the photo of the Millionaire Bacon we ate it all . I don't even like Bacon , tried few bites and it was AWESOME!! Omurice dish was the star of the dish for us. Will recommend and try other dishes if I am in the area . Service was better than some places we tried and kudos to MGT team for making sure they hire the right personality as service crew. Notice the bathroom lines were long , the place is a hit for young professionals in the area . Overall a positive experience for my husband and I .

    Crab Benedict
    Misa K.

    Cute brunch spot with big portions. Came around 11:00 on a Saturday and only waited about 10mins. It was super busy but the service was fantastic. I got the Crab Benedict - the highlight of this dish was actually the roasted veggies! The colorful roasted carrots and potatoes were so good. The Crab Benedict was good, but there was way more spinach than crab. The millionaire's bacon tasted like jerky. I'd love to try the non-savory dishes next time!

    Jocelyn G.

    Came here after stopping by Sweet Maple and seeing their long line. This spot menu is somewhat identical to Sweet Maple. So.. my wife and I decided it will do for our 10th Anniversary breakfast. We joined the waitlist found directly outside of the entrance. It took less than 5 mins to wait.. we were seated. The place is cute and quaint. I love the host(ess) that sat us because the walk they had was to die for!! Or waiter Ae (nickname he gave us) was warm, welcoming and knowledgeable. He helped us make some great food choices. All good came out fully cooked and hot. I had the Ricotta pancakes meal and my wife enjoyed the omelet meal (2nd omelet from the bottom). We both loved everything. My wife never had matcha tea, so i ordered her the Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte. She throughly enjoyed that. I had the Perfect Hot Chocolate with DAIRY FREE whip cream (Yes, they have this. I haven't had whip cream in years because I'm lactose-free. It was so so so good lol. I did not need to add anything. This place welcomes all! Parking is difficult tho, but it is well worth the time and wait.

    Ribeye Omurice
    Lily D.

    I went here on a weekend with my younger sister and my fiancé. It's located in SF's Castro district, which was quiet on a Saturday morning. We had arrived there around 10am and the restaurant looked almost full. We put our names on the wait list and were seated a few minutes after in the corner of the establishment. The waiter handed us some menus and gave us some water. They had a lot of Asian-American fusion breakfasts and my fiancé ordered a Ribeye Omurice while I got a Big Haas. We also got a black sesame latte. Our omelettes came out after ten or so minutes and they were quite different from each other. My fiancé's omelettes was incredibly soft and fluffy. He compared the texture of it to a cloud. It was also a little sweet, while the omelette included in the Big Haas was more of a classic omelette with some mushrooms and vegetables inside and creamy avocado to top it off. Both dishes included some honey-roasted veggies which were scrumptious and some toasted bread with a spread of garlic butter on top. The black sesame latte was nice and nutty, but I wish the sesame flavor was a bit stronger. It also came out incredibly hot and beautifully presented with a sprinkle of black sesame seeds, some flowers, and latte art. The prices here are a little high but the portions are incredibly massive. My sister and I ended up taking our leftovers back with us.

    Overnight pork sandwich (or something like that)
    Chas S.

    Cute spot, a block below and a block over from the busiest corner of the Castro. Popular with all kinds of folks and a wait to match. Check in on Yelp when you arrive to secure your place in line and choose from inside, outside, or first available. I think there's about an equal amount of seats in and out. Being from Hawaii and here in the city during record low July temps (Why was SF in the 50s in July???) we only chose indoor seating. The wait was not long and though we were 15th in line, we only waited 20 minutes. The hosts are smart and efficient about fitting everyone in. Note that parties are not seated until everyone is present. The hosts enforced this consistently but also with kindness despite all kinds of entertaining stories that I overheard -- someone was parking, someone went to buy wine, someone's friend was walking and just 2 minutes away, someone's Uber got lost. I'm sure they've heard it all. Though we were seated quickly, the food was not super fast on a busy Sunday at 1230pm. Come here for the good coffee with refills and great conversation with your friends. Our food was good, though my friend was craving sweet and the menu definitely leans savory. My Overnight Pork Sandwich was delicious. I might describe it as an Asian pulled pork sandwich with fresh arugula and what I think was a tarragon (?) aioli. It also had some sort of SPICY sauce on it though, which was not mentioned anywhere on the menu, and I'm a bit of a heat wimp. I was sweating the whole time I was eating, though I'm sure many other people might not have even noticed. It was too delicious to stop eating though I would not personally order the sandwich again. Minus 1 star for the unwanted spice. :( Surprise spice aside, KS is a fun spot with good food that I'd come back to again.

    Joanne K.

    You can't go wrong with trying a flight of various flavors of Millionaire's bacon for the first time. It's worth the experience for your first time. Brunch portions are quite generous with plenty of crisp potatoes and eggs. Service was surprisingly pretty quick for a weekend morning and always good to make a reservation in advance. There's warm outdoor seating with heaters as well. Overall casual yummy brunch spot worth trying.

    Mom's Benedict
    Rich B.

    Absolutely worth the drive to San Francisco! It gets incredibly busy, but we timed it perfectly--arriving just before noon and walking right in. The space is warm and inviting, with attentive service that made us feel right at home. Parking is a bit tight since it's just outside the Castro, so plan for a few extra minutes to find a spot. Every dish was a masterpiece of flavor and presentation: 1. Spicy Burger Featuring Spicy BBQ Kurobuta pork belly, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, cherry peppers, peppery arugula, and sharp cheddar. The sweet-savory interplay was superb, though I wouldn't have minded an extra kick of heat! 2. Frisco Benedict House-made chicken-mango sausage, vibrant cherry peppers, creamy avocado, all crowned with a bright Meyer lemon hollandaise. The citrusy tang elevated each bite. 3. Mom's Benedict Savory pork-and-wine sausage drenched in that same luscious Meyer lemon hollandaise--comfort food at its finest. 4. Millionaire Bloody Mary Arguably one of the best I've ever tasted: a perfectly balanced mix with a smoky, thick-cut bacon garnish that's utterly phenomenal. 5. Raspberry Lemonade Every bite showcased top-tier ingredients and thoughtful flavor layering. I can't wait to return and indulge again!

    The pancakes
    Marian W.

    This is a busy spot for a reason. The brunch at Kitchen Story is SO GOOD! We've been here a handful of times and have loved every trip. Get the bacon and the pancakes! There is always a wait, but it moves quickly. If you're smart, you'll send someone to get you on the waitlist while you grab coffee at a nearby coffee shop. That way by the time you arrive your table will be ready. Be prepared to sit outside if the dining room is full. They have a covered parklet and sidewalk tables. Come ready to eat because portions are plentiful.

    Eggs Benedict
    Emily R.

    I am making way around to all the brunch places in SF and this is definitely a top contender. Went on a Sunday morning for a party of 6 and was seated almost immediately. The staff was quick, nice, and helpful and the inside of the restaurant was lively. As for the food. Beautifully plated, all with some fruit. The french toast was my delicious. The outside was fried, but the inside was still moist because of the mascarpone. The eggs benedict had the perfect sauce and the potatoes on the side had great seasoning. Can't stop thinking about my brunch here and can't wait to try it again!

    Big Hass
    Samantha L.

    Asian inspired brunch! Dishes: 1) Big Hass: the kimchi pico de gallo is so good. Everything felt fresh. 2) Francisco omelette: it's ok but it's just a regular omelette 3) matcha latte: they add sweetener to it though Logistic: -free, street parking -accepts cc -plenty of indoor and outdoor seating -dog friendly!

    2 Eggs with Pork Wine Sausage
    Anh T.

    I thought that this restaurant would be busy during a Sunday brunch time, but it was not too crowded when my friend and I arrived here around 10:30AM. We were seated immediately, and there were a couple of waiters that came by within the first three minutes fo us sitting down, asking for our order when we were not ready yet. The wooden tables around the restaurant gave for a nice aesthetic. I ordered their two eggs and port wine sausage that came with potatoes and bread. The presentation of the food was aesthetic and well portioned. Almost half of my meal became leftovers. The scrambled eggs unfortunately did not sit too well in my stomach, but the sausage and potatoes were tasty. While my friend and I were around 10 minutes into eating, a waiter came to ask if we wanted to-go boxes. Our table was also cleared while we were still sitting there and paying the bill. While we felt rushed throughout our whole brunch, the food itself is decent, and I would be willing to try this place another time.

    Paige G.

    Very solid brunch spot. I feel like the city lacks great breakfast besides bakeries. However, this place was so yummy!! It tasted very fresh and high quality with still being savory and giving a casual breakfast vibe. Did not have to wait too long for seating, staff were friendly, and they had solid coffee too. 100% worth a try!

    Selina P.

    One of my favorite brunch spots! The wait can be long but there's stores nearby to browse I love getting their ricotta toast to share for the table. Their eggs Benedict's are always good but this time I tried their blt. The bacon is so flavorful! I only wish the bread was a little crunchier. The fries are perfect - a great mix of crispy and soft potato Good service and cute interior! Definitely a brunch spot to check out in SF

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    Ask the Community - Kitchen Story

    Wouldn't charging a vomit fee confirm with a paper trail that they are over serving? How much does it cost to have the cops look the other way exactly?

    My issue is that they're trying to solve a problem that they're unintentionally responsible for. An inebriated person loses the ability to think rationally. They won't know what their limits are. If Kitchen Story is that appalled by people tossing… Read more

    Do they still offer bottomless mimosas?

    I was here not too long ago and they still offered bottomless mimosas

    Is there an outside dinning option?

    Yes but the guy told me it's usually reserved for people without reservations

    Is the Yelp Waitlist available in the app on the weekends?

    No, you'll have to join the waitlist when you arrive at the restaurant. There's a tablet at the front door.

    Will you open Christmas Day? It's a long shot I know.

    Are there any vegan options?

    Honestly, there's not a whole lot of vegan options, but I would think they can make adjustments to include your preferences. If you prefer separate prep for your meal, however, I do not know if their preparation for those adjustments would occur.

    Are you dog friendly in your outdoor seating?

    They seemed to be which was a surprise to me. I saw a couple parties with their pooches seated at the outdoor seating. However, we experienced one of their servers to be a little ratchety, so beware.

    Do you have bottomless mimosas for weekend brunch?

    Yes they do! 60 minute limit and $22 per person. Note: they close at 2:30 so make sure to start your bottomless before 1:30. If you come after, they will cut you off at 2:30.

    Does Kitchen Story provide physical barriers / temporary walls between outdoor tables to make it safer for covid-19?

    Under info it states "Vegan options" if so, what is offered? *looked at pics of the menu, don't see anything*

    You can review pictures of the menu on Yelp.

    Do you have wifi?

    No WiFi

    Do you open on thanksgiving?

    Yes but, you have to bring a live turkey to dine with you. They provide bird seed.

    What time do they offer breakfast until?

    I'm not sure but when I visited it was 1pm and breakfast was still being served.

    Is there AC?

    Sorry I do not know if their ac in this restruant but they do have a out door seating area.

    Does anyone know if weekdays are less busy or less of a wait time? What about Sunday's?

    If you go right when they open there won't be a wait; we arrived like 10min after and sat right down.

    How long is the brunch wait for a large party about 12) on a Saturday? They don't take weekend brunch reservations.

    Usually about 60 minutes

    Do they have a full bar?

    Yes, they do.

    Is it impossible to get a table Saturday for brunch if you don't have a reservation?

    Kitchen story doesn't take reservations for brunch. The crowd looks intimidating, but out of the many times I've waited for brunch there, its been at most 30-45 minutes which isn't as bad as other places. And if you don't mind sitting outside, I've… Read more

    Do they have parking?

    No, just street parking.

    How much do the bottomless mimosas cost?

    $19

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    2.3 miMarina/Cow Hollow
    $$

    Overall very tasty! I really enjoyed the Mushroom Bao - definitely my favorite dish we ordered. The…read morebao was warm, the mushroom was crispy, and I enjoyed the pickled toppings. It was a bit spicy. The beet poke was an interesting combination - I'm impressed they were able to capture the essence of poke! The spicy sauce pizza was good - you can't tell it's vegan at all. The restaurant was very cozy and intimate. The staff were all really friendly! The food came out pretty quickly.

    This is a really beautiful, upscale vegan option in San Francisco near Fort Mason. I took my mother…read morefor Mother's Day. I realized I had not added seating accommodation to my reservation and tried to call, but no one answered. When we arrived, the hostess told us we would not be able to sit in any of the currently empty booths because reservations were coming in later. We were seated at a table off the dining space near the kitchen, my mom was a little too chilly and the booth didn't have enough neck support. I expressed to the host that though I was sorry I had forgotten to add accommodation, that this was just not the way to handle the problem. I was able to speak to the manager, who had been outside taking orders and was clearly working very hard that day. (Her name is quite uncommon so I'm just going to call her M, but I really appreciate your help!) She asked me what my concern was, and I told her, at which point she asked me to wait nearby while she figured out if she could rearrange some tables for us. The bartender was incredibly kind and served me while I waited, and distracted me from imminent tears by sharing intricate details about each drink he was making. I learned do they have a myriad of health oriented cocktails, with ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and aloe liqueur. The manager returned and said that she had already seated my mother in a new space and escorted me to the table, which allowed me to relax and enjoy the meal. At the beginning of the menu, they list the ingredients that are currently in season, and at the back of the menu, there is a color wheel, telling you the benefits of the colors of food. (Purple foods can assist with memory and brain function!). We ordered the asparagus, which was in season, spicy cucumber, and the Aji grill for two. The tofu that came with the grill for two was my favorite thing that we ate. I think you can judge a vegan / vegetarian restaurant by their treatment of tofu. Perfectly seasoned with a crispy outside and I would come back just for this. The cauliflower steak was also pretty tasty. The cocktails are excellent, we tried the BLACKPINK and my mother tried the espressotini and we were really happy with both. I don't know how popular their bar scene is, but I imagine it would be a nice way to meet other vegan and vegetarian folks over light bites. Our waiter Daniel made sure to give us the Mother's Day special dessert the restaurant had created, which was an avocado Grenache with fresh berries. If the experience had started with less stress, this review would be five stars, but I'm very grateful to the staff for doing what they could to correct it and ensure that we had a great Mother's Day! I would love to visit again and update my review :)

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    Wildseed - Restaurant inside

    Restaurant inside

    Wildseed - Heirloom tomato bruschetta

    Heirloom tomato bruschetta

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    Birba

    4.4(225 reviews)
    1.0 miHayes Valley
    $$

    Food is kind of one note (what I was able to get by myself without spending a fortune). The…read morebocquerones had too much lemon, they really would've benefited from a fresh herb (parsley? Cilantro?thyme?) or some arugula, something to balance it out. Would be best to come with someone else (if you have someone to go with you, I didn't) and share more dishes, I think. The marinated artichokes were good, not amazing, but a large portion and pleasant enough. I wish they had more veggies or a salad option. The seats are not comfortable, this is not a place to come and relax with a book. The parklet seating is nicely sheltered from the breeze, but can be noisy. The music, outdoor setting, and service are all good. Flatbread was lovely and soft when hot, hardens to a crispy cracker when it cools. The Woody's sparkling N.A. rosé was a bit flat (flavor wise). I've had better ones (especially for the price). I'd definitely come back with a friend or a date. It was a depressing spot for dining solo, and it would be hard to come here with a bigger group.

    Update! Came here for the front patio…read more My server was friendly, quick, and helpful. I enjoyed my wine but didn't get any food. The outdoor parklet was the perfect synthesis of indoor and outdoor. I'll definitely be back to try their "cheeky" hour with select discounted bites and drinks.

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    Birba - Inside

    Inside

    Birba - Smoked Salmon Dip

    Smoked Salmon Dip

    Birba - Hibiscus quencher (red) and Birba Spritz (clear)

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    Hibiscus quencher (red) and Birba Spritz (clear)

    Kitchen Story - breakfast_brunch - Updated May 2026

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