Food is really good I really liked the lamb. Under no circumstances, should you get the Syrah, respectfully it tastes like watered down Franzia and is bad. read more

Hey there to my YELPING friends and family who enjoy my reviews...well this evening I discovered another great one...I happened to be watching the local public television (flat screen) show which was highlighting a restaurant that I had never heard of before until this evening...Imagine this...It's Friday night and I had less than 45 minutes to make a quick decision about whether I wanted to go there to pick up their dessert selections...on their website they close online ordering by 8:30PM. So, I admittedly have been impulsive lately and I called "ROUTIER" ordered two of each dessert items...#1) CHOCOLATE MOUSSE...now who can resist "CHOCOLATE MOUSSE" (unapologetically I cannot)...A very very very Classic & Rich dark chocolate mousse, chantilly and coffee crumble. #2) BANANA NAPOLEON...for those who like a fruit that being banana...this "IS" the "ONE"...Banana "Napoleon", vanilla Mascarpone, chocolate sauce, and toasted almonds!!! There's also dessert #3) Almond Cake (I'm saving this one)...almond cake, poached strawberries, lavender meringue, & chantilly! I call this the TRIFECTA for dessert lovers! You don't need dinner just dessert!!! But have no fear friends and family because when I arrived at ROUTIER I was impressed with the ambiance of this beautiful restaurant; located on the corner of CALIFORNIA and Divisidero I was able to find "Rock-Star" parking and at first (because of the low lighting) I thought they were closing down for the evening but to my surprise they were busy with almost every table full of patrons who obviously were enjoying themselves with their food. I was greeted with a smile and a friendly staff who knew right away that I had ordered from their dessert menu. I was inspired to return at a future date and indulge in fine French Cuisine! Routier's desserts were delicious and delicate with a bit of sophistication that made me want more of them and I had in total confidence ordered two of the Chocolate Mousse and two of the Banana Napoleon...which I have stretched each of them out into two days of French Dessert Indulgence!!! Bon Appetit!!! p.s. Unfortunately I enjoyed every taste of Routier's SUPER delicious desserts! Morning, Noon, and Night!!! read more

Routier - Routier's phone order bag of SUPER delicious desserts! Note: heading back to indulge in their Almond Cake dessert! - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food: 4.25 stars - decent portions and tasty, the chicken liver was interesting w/ currants but it seemed strong. Duck leg was cooked well and the crab pave met the high expectations. We got a trio desserts (strawberry, mango, and the chocolate pudding) all were good but seemed to have almost 1:1 ratio of thickened whipped cream to dessert--can't really go wrong w/ whipped cream Service - 5 stars constant table cleanings and my water was never empty. Lively and friendly staff Ambiance--just enough spacing so you're not really hearing the other party. Warm dark rich woods and a bar that seemed well stocked. Bathrooms were never full as there are two upstairs and very clean and almost airy read more

Cute, lively ambiance inside which you wouldn't expect from the outside! Well you can't really see in from the windows because it's covered but I guess it add to the appeal! Everything we ordered was phenomenal. Recommend the risotto. Would love to come back when the sweet corn one is back on the menu. Great drinks as well. Juan was wonderful! Have not had a memorable meal like this in the city in a minute. Routine is a must visit! read more

Came back and was warmly greeted by the wait staff. All the workers are always so courteous and nice and made the experience that much more enjoyable. Our waitress Alejandra was a sweetheart and consistently checked up on us and refilled our waters. Oysters (5/5)- fresh oysters and the sauce was the perfect balance of brine to creamy. The crunch from the zucchini really elevated the texture of each bite. Pork trotter croquettes (2/5)- unfortunately this was our least favorite bite of the night. The pork trotter was a tad bit dry but the creamy sauce did make up for it. The croquette itself tasted one dimensional and felt it was missing something. Chicken medallion with black truffle (10/5)- I dare say this was my favorite dish so far of 2026! The sauce was decadent and aromatic. The earthiness from the black truffles just melted in each bite of the creamy sauce. The chicken was succulent and cooked to perfection. This dish was flawless and I really hope they have this dish on their special for a while. Great experience per usual and I can't wait to come back to try their other menu items. read more

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We absolutely loved Routier and cannot wait to go back. The ambiance and the food were perfect. I am not a huge creamy pasta person but this was perfectly balanced and not too rich. Every dish we had was spot on. read more

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The most amazing dinner!! Fantastic ambiance, thoughtful service, and extremely delicious food. You must get the duck leg!! We stopped in rather spontaneously around 8pm on a Thursday and were kind enough to be seated at the bar until a table became free. While we waited, we ordered drinks, and chatted with the bartenders, who were all super friendly. Once we were sat at a table, we ordered a true feast! -Dungeness crab pavé (5/5): so fresh and light, herb accompaniments brightened the dish perfectly -Pork trotter croquettes (3/5): maybe my least favorite dish of the night, caper aioli was good but I felt like the croquettes lacked flavor -Creamy pumpkin soup (5/5): the special of the evening, the best soup ever!! Tasted like it had a deep brown butter caramel finish -Roasted broccoli hazelnut chili crisp (3/5): Kind of a miss for me, not a bad dish but could've used something more -Roasted cauliflower risotto with mushrooms (5/5): creamy, cheesy, rich, and decadent!!! Couldn't ask for more out of a risotto -Braised pork cheeks with creamy lentils (5/5) deep flavors with high quality meat, very hearty and perfect for the wintertime -Roasted hangar beef with slab bacon (4/5): amazing flavor and perfectly cooked, but small portion and barely any bacon in the dish -Duck leg confit with pumpkin puree (5/5): fall off the bone tender. One of my favorite duck dishes I've ever had. Well rounded and balanced flavors!! Duck fat was to die for. Not a cheap meal but worth every penny. read more

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WOW! this is making me rethink other 5/5s I've given. Buzzy ambiance, we came for a post valentines celebration. Things we tried: 1. Crab pave 2. Hen of the woods 3. Duck confit 4. Tuna sashimi Drinks: 1. Carafe of wine 2. Pickle martini Standouts: The tuna sashimi WAS INCREDIBLE. Just wow. Fatty thick cuts and the accoutrements were paired perfectly with a tangy lemon sauce. I would have ordered more The hen of the woods was really interesting with crispy tempura greens and mushrooms. Honestly everything was good. I didn't like the pickle martini but my husband did so no points docked for that :) personal preference. The duck confit had a nice citrus burst with the kumquats and it was so tender and seared wonderfully. The crab pave had the perfect touch of dill ! I would come back in a heartbeat, in fact can't wait read more

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Lovely interior and intimate vibes! - Wide mushroom pasta (5/5) : rich sauce and mushroom forward, the breadcrumbs added texture contrast - Risotto (5/5) : very comforting, the cheddar really came through, a little bit heavy but delicious shareable - Crispy swordfish (4.5/5) : the crisp was executed nicely and I enjoyed the root vegetable puree to accompany it - Potato pave (5/5) : crispy bite-sized delight! The shallot sauce was the perfect dip for it read more

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Food and service were excellent. Upon recommendations from our server, we had the Dungeness crab pave, wild boar & green peppercorn pate, bluefin tuna sashimi, hen of the woods mushrooms, and braised pork cheeks. For dessert, we shared the dark chocolate mousse. Preparation, flavor profile, presentation was solid all around. Easy to get mid-week reservations and great ambiance. Perfect for small groups, date night. Look forward to returning soon! read more

We had such an amazing date night at Routier. We decided to get a smattering of snacks, small plates, and specials. The oyster special was absolutely amazing and definitely order the bread and butter snack with any of the terrines (I thoroughly enjoyed the duck terrine and want to go back to try the wild boar terrine). The staff were kind and courteous and sent out our selections in an order than made the most sense (lightest to heaviest). The wine list was also extensive and both glasses we tried were excellent. I can't wait to go back and could see this becoming our go-to neighborhood spot. read more

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We choose this restaurant for our Anniversary dinner. We made a reservation online and wete seated immediately upon arrival. This was a leisurely meal starting with a couple of appetizers/small dishes, then main dishes and ending with a small dessert to share. The service was fantastic! The recommendations from our server were great! We started with Hen of the Woods which is a mushroom dish and blue fin sashimi. Both were fantastic! For main dishes, we had steak and duck leg confit. Both were good. Lastly, we shared the cheesecake. This was incredible!!! The restaurant was packed when we arrived. We were the last to leave that night. The empty restaurant allowed us to see how nice the interior is designed. We were never rushed, even when they closed for the night. read more

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How to organize a party/event for twenty? Putting together a celebratory Saturday dinner at the end of August, I contacted them in June about my intentions so we could arrange this party when the reservation window started. With our group size, they saved us the upstairs dining room Look no further. Exchanging messages with the restaurant to arrange was a task given the party size but the restaurant was precise and detailed in crafting a menu, especially with food allergies, dietary restrictions, and meal preferences. The chef crafted a family style meal divided into four sections or courses. I'd describe it as small bites, salads, mains, and desserts.in reading this menu (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=96&select=UJlUHfq2Sj8qAZLCzVfvHA). Our party was divided into two tables into tables of four or five on adjoining tables. The meal was an amazing journey of dishes inspired by a variety of seasonal ingredients using the chef's skills and knowledge. My personal favorites were the fennel salad (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=96&select=ThR_yQP6S66P5Onk_4hgCA), the beets (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=96&select=zlWWnn7sX1VXqjUyKUwhVw), the white seabass (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=96&select=hJ8B8CjEJodIqo0KdFjwbw), the corn risotto (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=96&select=xhEYbytRRcO1EafOCOhPpA), and his staple duck confit (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=96&select=LTAwFqB8iPUw9eZwmnKiLA). Of course, the desserts were a highlight too with everyone, knowing they were created by the chef/co-owner with a 1st name B with a store a few doors to the left. Thank you, Grace, for handling our party with your crew. Biggest thanks to JP for crafting and creating our meal and festive party. read more

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Ordered 2 small plates and 2 large plates. Hen of the woods Blue fin Duck Lamb shoulder Hen of the woods is 4.1 star Blue fin 4.2 star, good flavor Duck 4.1 star, a little dry. Lamb 4.2 star, was a little dry Over all I would come back here. We also got wine and the server was able to pair it well with our food. Service was nice and friendly. And around 730 was loud and busy but started to quiet down around 830. And they close at 9pm. read more

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Routier truly raises the bar on French cuisine here in San Francisco. Located on the corner of California and Divisadero, the exterior is unassuming. However inside, the restaurant is cozy, cute, and chic. Service is great and staff are accommodating. Dishes are decently sized and priced given it is French cuisine. Flavors are rich, ingredients are fresh, and presentation is vibrant and eye-catching. Some of my favorites are the sweet corn risotto, hen of the woods mushrooms "au poivre", and breaded white sea bass. Also, the dark chocolate mousse and the key lime cheesecake are a must to end the night! This was such a memorable dining experience. I would highly recommend and I can't wait to return! read more

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Had a lovely dinner at Routier in SF. We ordered the sweet corn risotto, heirloom tomatoes, Dungeness crab pave, hen of the woods mushrooms, petrale sole, and the egg yolk pasta--everything was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. The risotto was creamy and comforting, with fresh corn that added a nice pop. The crab pavé had a subtle hint of dill and was crisp on the outside, soft and delicate on the inside. The egg yolk pasta was rich, silky, and perfectly al dente--simple but so satisfying. Service was solid overall. There was a little mishap with a spilled drink, but the staff handled it quickly and graciously--super accommodating and attentive, which we really appreciated. Would definitely come back--there's more on the menu I'd love to try. read more

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I am a fan of my namesake, Belinda Leong's, delicious pastries and desserts at B. patisserie. I heard that she in partnership opened Routier, a French restaurant just down the corner of the bakery. I've walked by it during the day on the way to the bakery, but not during the evening when it's open. My friend Mike C. has dined there several times and speaks highly of the food there. So it's been on my list to try. But lo and behold, Mike C. set up his birthday celebration here and I was excited that I was going to try the food. Our dinner party of 21 was set up in two tables and was held in an upstairs private loft area. Once all the guests arrived, the first course was served. The 15 item menu was served family style. The starters: House French bread with compound butter Chicken liver mousse - two large dollops of pate with currant and crostini. This was delicious. Mackerel rillettes with green garlic and radish - first time trying rillettes. I thought it needed more flavor. Fairytale eggplant and Padron pepper tempura - not an eggplant fan, but since these are miniature eggplants, they were not fleshy as the typical eggplant. Crab pave - crab in mayo on top of a baked cube of potatoes. This was so good. Could have eaten several. Salads: Melons with plum chili - chunks of cantaloupe and honeydew topped with a dab of plum chili. It was a refreshing palette cleanser. Fennel salad with curry and dates - fennel with greens and endive. Beets and peach with ricotta and walnut - I love beets and this had slices peaches and ricotta. Very tasty. Tomatoes with green pepper yogurt - did not care much on the preparation of this dish. The tomatoes were sitting in too much liquid. Entrees: Corn risotto with chanterelles and smoked cheddar - sweet corn with savories of the ricotta. This was delicious and rich. White seabass with saffron and Nardello peppers -tasty fish was in a Beurre blanc with red and green peppers. Nicely presented. Duck confit with lentil and figs - the duck breast had a nice crisp and lentil sauce and the green figs complemented the duck well. Vegetables side: Zucchini with hazelnut chili crisp - wedges of zucchini in the chili crisp sauce. Dessert: Key lime cheesecake with strawberry and white chocolate Chocolate mousse Chantilly Neapolitan semifreddo with cremeux and strawberries All three desserts were good but like the mousee and semifreddo the most. After our meal, Chef JP Carmona came up and wished happy birthday to Mike C. Our waitress handled our party and did a great job taking care of our needs and helped served the food, clear the tables, and refill water glasses. I enjoyed the food and look forward to dining here again. read more

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Wow! This was a really great French inspired restaurant. We were extremely impressed with the food. The service was great and had a really lovely server. The vibe of the spot was nice too - I liked how it wasn't too formal. The whipped chicken liver was well done and tasty. I heavily enjoyed the entree - pork shoulder as well. The chef really did well with all the flavors. The pear napoleon was personally not my favorite, but my boyfriend was obsessed with it. The earl grey flavor with the crispy pieces did go well together. I highly recommend trying this spot. I will be returning to try other dishes!! read more

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Had an amazing dinner here! We came with a party of 7 and loved every dish. The food was delicious and the service was personable. The inside feels classy and you don't feel rushed. Prices are reasonable for what you get. The Dungeness crab pavé bites were so good! The hen of the woods mushrooms are also a must try. All the entrees were flavorful, good portion, and cooked perfectly. We loved the desserts as well. Definitely want to come back! read more

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Amazing, delicious food with a fresh, clean flavor. I loved every dish we had last night we just did not get enough variety. The service was also wonderful and friendly. I can absolutely recommend. The decore was modern, cozy and inviting. I will return 4.5/5 Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance read more

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Routier is an absolute gem along California Avenue. The food, plating presentation, service, ambiance, lighting, and cleanliness of the bathroom are all remarkable. While I enjoyed both the summer squash (zucchini) appetizer and chocolate mousse, the star of the show is definitely the hanger steak main. I highly recommend the Roasted Hanger Beef! It's super tender drenched in rich savory sauce-- worthy of a Michelin recognition. I am very excited to visit again to try more dishes for a more thorough review. read more

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We stopped by here for dessert and wow we were super impressed! The atmosphere, friendly staff and delish desserts were awesome! yum!! read more

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We came to Routier over the holiday break to have an early birthday celebration for my fiancé with his parents since we'd be leaving town to go back to work. We got a table in the upstairs area, which was nice and we were the first ones up there. The waiter, I think, may have been new or perhaps could work on their skills a little more. While it was nice of him to give us fair warning to order soon if we could to help get our orders out before it got really busy, he hovered a bit in the beginning and it felt awkward. He also maybe didn't seem too sure how to describe one of the dishes when asked, which is unfortunate. I think he was trying his best, but I'm not sure my fiancé's mom really got a good sense of what it was she was asking. In any case, I think he did the best he could, but maybe double check Yelp! photos if you still feel unsure. The food itself was good. The main course meal was very good and every bit delicious. As an appetizer I got a mushroom salad dish with egg. It sounded interesting and unique, but it had way more mushrooms than I was anticipating. It was passable, but I think I would pass next time. For dessert we got the chocolate mousse which was also very good. I was stuffed from dinner, but glad I made room to eat a little bit of the dessert. Overall the food was good and so were the cocktails. Unfortunately, another guest with a disgusting, awful cough was also seated upstairs. I'm not sure why he decided to go out to dinner if he's going to cough up both lungs - at least sit outside. Sometimes he covered his mouth, other times he didn't. He also had the audacity to be kind of rude to the waiter whenever he needed something. His presence, sadly, lessened the experience, but we did our best to ignore him and when he finally left it felt like a weight had been lifted. read more

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Unexpectedly delightful in absolutely every way. Passed this place a few times and decided to give it a shot and I'm still talking about it with the person I went with because it was both wonderful and surprisingly memorable. The interior is warm, comfortable, and inviting with several types of lighting and seating materials, all lovely. Service was pleasant and well coordinated without any issues and the timing of all the dishes was really smooth and well executed seemingly effortlessly. The food was truly a delight. Pumpkin soup with spiced brown butter was a great start, and the oysters were fantastic. The egg yolk pasta with almond pesto was one of those dishes you get that starts out ok but by the end you wish you could just keep eating more, not because there wasn't enough but rather that you just love the flavor so much that it makes you sad that it's gone... The lamb shoulder with butter bean and kale stew was another one where it looked lovely and new but had wonderful flavor and comfort-food flavor that makes you just always want more. Dessert was beautiful and seasonal with persimmon "napoleon" with eggnog mascarpone for the holidays which was subtle but definitely not boring. All in all this place is an absolute gem and I'm already looking forward to going back. read more

6/15/25 Came here to celebrate a birthday and was able to get a 5pm table (when they open) and they make you input your credit card info for a late cancel fee. This restaurant is next to B. patisserie and are owned by the same chef/baker. The interior is very boutique classy french bistro style but with gorgeous natural lighting from the big windows. It has 2 floors and a full bar. We wanted to order a bottle of red so the manager let us taste 2 of them before purchasing but if you don't want the whole bottle, you can purchase by the glass or carafe. Pretty good wine list overall, wish there were more lighter reds. For the food we got the 1. chicken liver mousse ($16) - very faint liver taste but tasted so good with the toasted bread. loved mixing this with the pate. served with a jam that was too overpowering 2. wild boar pate ($15) - not my favorite but went great with the mousse! would definitely get these 2 again 3. hen of the woods mushrooms ($22) - heavy on the butter but the mushrooms were light enough to carry 4. Beef tartare ($23) - very oily, not my favorite 5. Pressed lamb shoulder ($39) -- loveddd the greens on this, tasted like a nutty and thin version of brussel sprouts that complimented the lamb so well Had a great experience here and would come back again just for the appetizers! read more

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Came for my birthday. Incredible ambiance, very cute space but more casual than expected. We got a carafe of French red (really good curated wine selection here) and only small plates + dessert since none of the large plates were jumping out at us. Of our small plates, the dungeness crab impressed me the most Dessert is why you should come here, Belinda Leong's dessert selection is not to be missed. Highlight of the meal was the rice pudding -- not too sweet and such a great texture, felt nourishing and luscious. Would also highly recommend the financiers if you can get them! Very cute place for a special event and decently affordable (for the Bay Area lol). Will return if I'm in town and have someone to bring around read more

Routier - Dungeness crab pave - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

I have passed this spot quite a few times on the way to B Patisserie and never realized it was a Belinda Leong partnership until my Boston fam mentioned it to me. When it is time to get together with a fellow foodie friend for a girl's night out to exchange Xmas gifts and celebrate a belated birthday, Routier immediately came to mind. Starting with a snack of wild boar and green peppercorn pate, followed by two veggie small plates of my absolute favorite that evening, honey squash with sesame pesto, Asian pear and sumac that I need to figure out how to make myself as it was so good and the hen of the woods au poivre perfect for pepper lovers everywhere, even if it was too overpowering for me. Larger plates of a creamy delicious corn risotto with crispy chanterelles that at first glance thought was bacon and a roasted beef Bavette, although rarer than what I am used to, with the most decadent cauliflower enriched with bone marrow, that even though we had no room for dessert, was completely satisfied. I did wish B Pat was still open for me to pick some up to go though. read more

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High end French cuisine . Excellent plates, meticulously cooked. I love all of them. Excellent attentive service. Very peaceful ambiance. read more

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Was invited here and the menu looked exciting and the restaurant looked nice. I was a bit disappointed with the overall experience, and nothing really wowed me here. We started off with some cocktails that were pretty good, but nothing out of this world. We then had some appetizers, the Boar Pate was surprisingly good and super unique, the Pepper and Olive Pave was.... A miss. It was just a potato with an olive and pepper on it. Decent but would not recommend getting. For our entrees, we got the farro and mushroom risotto and the pork collar chop. Risotto is my favorite dish so I was super excited, but unfortunately it was a little undercooked for my liking and not the best flavor. The pork collar chop was the worst dish of the meal. The pork was wayyyy too tough, completely flavorless, and the vegetables that came with it were also not good at all. We also ordered the potato pave, but should have passed on this as it was the exact same thing as the pepper and olive pave, just without the pepper and olive. The service was also not the best - I wish the server would have let us know the two dishes were so similar, and we occasionally went without refills for a while. Also they brought out a couple dishes and served them to our table, only to take them away a few seconds later realizing they were for a different table. I will say the restaurant itself is beautiful, but overall this was a really disappointing meal given the price. I would potentially try coming again if the menu was revamped and the prices were brought down a bit. read more

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Routier is quite the find: a lovely venue with top notch service and excellent food. My meal began with Dungeness crab pave with spiced mayonnaise. The crab sat atop a small cube of fried potato the inside of which tasted very much like potato pancake. The mayonnaise accented the crab making for an irresistible appetizer. A main course of pressed lamb shoulder was atop cranberry beans in a sauce of tomato butter. Here and there were a few charred cherry tomatoes and some dabs of horseradish gremolata. The lamb was just the slightest bit dry but was lived by the wonderful cranberry beans in that remarkable sauce. On reflection, serving the lamb served as a pressed rectangle didn't present the food in its most appetizing format. I wondered whether the lamb might have been served as tufts of meat with the horseradish and perhaps some apple slivers appearing here and there together with the tomatoes. However, I enjoyed the lamb and my entire meal at Routier. read more

Very nice ambiance, every detail of the decor adds to the romance. The second floor is quieter than downstairs. They have a pretty big selection of dishes, we ordered a lot of appetizers and small plates so we can try everything and skipped mains. I loved all the veggie dishes here. They are exquisite, from texture to flavor profile to presentation. It's a really enjoyable dining experience here, time slows down a bit and you are in a relaxed and nostalgic mood. read more

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Well what can I say I am from England and as you know about the English and French well but hold on this food was amazing there was 7 of us as this was a dinner for the bride and groom that just got married so we ordered almost everything on the menu and I am telling you everything was amazing and the service was great they even have a elevator for the disabled to get to the upstairs part of the restaurant yes wheelchair accessible and the ambiance was amazing like you was in a street in France it was an amazing experience highly recommend read more

Date: Sunday, August 27th, 2023 Time: 5:30pm Party of: 6 Meal: Triple Birthday Dinner Reservations Made: via Resy about a month prior *Baguette Beurre Diable ($4.50) *Anchovy ($15) *Duck Terrine ($18) *Dungeness Crab Pave ($22) *Caviar Pave ($75) *Wild Boar Pate ($15) *Chicken Liver Mousse ($16) *Broccolini ($13) *Padron Tempura ($14) *Mushroom Au Poivre ($19) *Beets ($16) *Sashimi ($20) *Tomato ($17) *Corn Risotto ($29) *Scallops ($37) *Shortrib ($37) *Nicasio Square ($15) *Chocolate Mousse ($13) *Peach and Blackberry "Napoleon" ($13) *The Dignitary ($16) *Port Tawny 20 Year ($23) *Espresso ($5) *Corkage ($45) x2 *Healthy SF Mandate 5% ($29.46) *Large Party Gratuity 20% ($117.85) My family has a triple birthday celebration every year. Why? My hubby, me, and my father, all have birthdays one right after another. (Like literally three days in a row.) So it's easier to celebrate by having one big dinner. Looking around, we decided to try Routier. My dad used to own a french restaurant, so my fam has a soft spot for french food. If memory serves, my favs were the chicken liver mousse, caviar pave, and scallops. The mousse was creamy and savory. The caviar salty and decadent. The scallops were cooked nicely and tender. Service was fine. We were a big party so I always feel bad when it takes a while to decide on what to eat. But our server was nice and patient. (I will normally make a list and then tell the server everything. We do everything family style anyways.) They also put bday candles in all our desserts since there were three of us. Fun place for a bday dinner. read more

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In December, we visited Routier for the first time. Although our circumstances were unusual (we bought out the restaurant for a special event), the experience was extraordinary. We chose a family style menu so that everyone could sample more than one dish. The food was seasonal, creative, French-inspired, and delicious. The main dishes were swordfish (with Nardello peppers and matsutake butter) and duck confit (with pumpkin purée and persimmon) accompanied by corn risotto and broccolini. Perhaps at least as important as the outstanding food was the service. From the chef and owner JP Carmona through the entire staff, everyone was highly professional, but friendly and approachable. The restaurant itself had a beautiful décor, in the style of a French bistro. Everyone in our group found the experience to be one we will long cherish. In short, we would highly recommend Routier without qualification! read more

Great French cuisine experience. The lamb roast and risotto dish are highly recommended. Friendly, and knowledgeable staff

You know it's good when I want to gatekeep. The most romantic (somewhat hidden imo) gem. Perfect for the girls and for date nights. Food looks simple, but the execution and balance of flavors is impeccable. And on the sweetest curated selection of vintage plates. Truly no misses. I think the duck spread is a tiny bit overhyped, but delicious nonetheless. Get the napoleon!! read more

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Really enjoyed my meal. The chicken liver mouse, beef tartare and crab pave were must haves. The poached pear on ginger cake desert was also fantastic. Looking forward to coming back. read more

Delicious food attentive waitress and delightful environment. We can't wait to return to this charming place. read more

An excellent (and higher-priced) French-influenced restaurant. The entrees we ordered were flawless - but some of the sides were disappointing (particularly the tempura, which was a little drier than I'd have liked). I ended up with a tuna tartare as a starter, but wish we'd have had the option of beef tartare; that's harder to find. I wasn't adventurous enough to try the pate. Service is that perfect visiting-occasionally-but-reading-the-vibe. I probably wouldn't return, given how many food options there are in the city. But it is a great neighborhood stop. read more

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Visited Routier for the first time for a Valentine's Day dinner on Friday, and the experience was simply outstanding! We had the warm fall salad with endives, crispy swordfish, braised pork, and butter cake. All cooked to perfection by Chef JP, who we got to say hi to after. Well done! I will see you again soon. read more