At last, we managed to swing by Saison Cellar for the 4-5pm $1.50 Royal Miyagi oyster happy hour, and it did not disappoint. The oysters were so incredibly tasty and fresh, and gone so soon. :' ) You can order 24 at a time, and you're likely able to get through 48 if you arrive right at 4 lol. We also ordered the sparkling rose and the white wine from the happy hour menu. The sparkling rose was tart and balanced, which I preferred a tad more than the more muted white wine. The truffle fries were amazing -- we kept wondering if that was real truffle on top because the price was so good. These paired super well with the freshness and brininess of the oysters. Would easily come back for more oysters. We made a res, but it seemed possible to do a walk-in if you have a small party. read more

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Came here for happy hour with a friend before our dinner reservations. The space is dark, cozy, and feels a little more special than a regular bar, but still really comfortable. We tried a few small plates and ordered the croquettes, truffle fries, and deviled eggs. The croquettes were my favorite! Crispy on the outside and creamy, cheesy inside. The truffle fries were simple but really good, and the deviled eggs were packed with flavor and different textures. We missed the $1.50 oysters (happy hour is 4-5pm), which is honestly a really good deal for a place like this in SF, so next time I'd definitely come back for that. This feels more like a place you come to sit, talk, drink wine, and share a few plates, not really a full heavy dinner. We sat at the bar and the service was really friendly and we didn't feel rushed at all. Looking forward to coming back and trying more small plates. read more

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An absolute high quality gem--not just happy hour but just about everything on the menu we tried (truffle fries, a bottle of orange wine, chicken liver mousse). Everyone was really incredibly kind. The gentleman with the wino shirt was ON it. Never had a moment where I didn't have a beverage available. My friend sent me this spot weeks ago and we made a reservation on OpenTable, got too busy but so glad we went in feeling good Saturday for HH. Decor was great, dark interior, taxidermy vibes lol but tasteful color / aesthetic. Food was to the 9, actually flavor without just being salty or sweet. Not a singular taste profile but subtle and flavorful at the time same. Oysters btw... wow I had to make my half dozen order a dozen. Try them!!! read more

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There are few things I love more than a quaint and cozy wine bar, so when I had a chance to finally try Saison, I was totally excited. Arrived on time for our 7:30pm reservation and surprisingly it wasn't jam packed. The few times I had try to get a seat here, its been super busy. Pro tip: definitely grab a reservation to be safe! During those busy times, they even require a reservation to sit at the bar. Got started with a great glass of wine to start an I was totally blown away, I knew I was in the perfect place! The rest of the evening and other glasses of wine I tasted were incredible too. The wine list is vast and expansive, so they definitely have something for everyone. Food was incredible too! We had a great hodge podge of things to try! Started off with the delicious steak tartare and garden salad. Both so delicious, but man oh man that steak tartare was out if this world. It was paired with some light and and airy rice chips. So lovely and really allowed you to enjoy all the flavors in the tartare. I also allowed our server, shane to choose some cheeses for us. He made some incredible choices for us to enjoy. These were accompanied with some bread, dip and spreads. Absolutely fantastic. To finish things off, I had a terrific glass of port because, I can't leave a wine bar without having one. Totally great experience at Saison wine! Vibes were so wonderful, Shane, our server was fantastic, and I am looking forward to spending more time here in the future! read more

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Girlfriend and i went out for dinner and a show. Saison had a good selection of wine. HH had a short list of snacks and wine, oysters were very reasonable. The steak tartare was delicious and frisée salad was amazing - prob cuz the bacon was fried perfectly. Service was friendly and atmosphere was nice. Parking was ok, had plenty a block or two away. Total came to about $140/persom incl tax and tip. Lots of folks there for date night. Very cute! Will return. read more

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Great spot for wine, charcuterie board and and small side dessert. We came here without a reservation and got lucky, we were seated right away at the bar area. I suggest reservations though. I will definitely come back and try some other stuff on their menu. Customer service was top notch. read more

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High quality wine bar with French vibes. Highlights - Quality of wine is top notch - For that quality, prices are very affordable - Large variety of wines by the glass - Excellent knowledgeable service - They also do half glasses which is handy for you to be able to try more - Great space: long room with a bar along it all and tables on the sides Lowlights - Can get crowded so might be out of luck without a reservation - Only one bathroom and was out of arrive while I was there read more

I came here on a Tuesday night and it's popping! Even though it's a wine bar, their tapas were amazing! I really enjoyed the charcuterie board however the bread was a little tough. The truffle fries were delicious but the highlight for me was definitely the caviar parfait. The layers were so well sized and the flavors were perfect! However, I wish the food came out more timely and some of the staff were a little standoff so my experience was not as great as I hoped but will definitely come back for the wine and food! read more

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This is probably one of the best places for HH. Everything was very high quality and wasn't too expensive. The space is very intimate but didn't feel crowded. You can tell the servers there care about the place. I tried all 3 wines on their HH and none of them disappointed. The ham croque was surprising I thought it was be too cheesy but it was very well balanced. I also thoroughly enjoyed the charcuterie, the bread was crispy yet soft and all their cheeses were A+. And then there were oysters. We had 60 of them....they're only $1.50 each we had to! And they were the freshest HH oysters I've ever had! read more

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We are huge fans of Saison so the wine bar has been on our list to check out but we never seemed to be able to get reservations until recently. It's a pretty small space, which explains the difficulties securing a reservation. I had assumed they would have bar seating that was first come first served, but I overhead the hostess taking guests with a reservation to the bar, so I'm not sure if walk-ins would be very successful here - probably best to call in advance! We started with the truffle fries. These are thin and crispy with real black truffle shavings, whereas most places are using truffle-scented oil that contains no actual truffles, so a very pleasant surprise! The aioli was also really tasty. Next we had the Lyonnaise salad, which was perfectly dressed. There were plenty of lardons and the croutons were nice and crunchy. It was great alternating between the salads, which had an acidic dressing, and the fries, which were super rich. We also ordered the steak tartare, but mysteriously it took well over an hour to get to us. I had to check with the server once to make sure it was still on its way. Despite the lengthy wait, it was really delicious and well worth the wait. With the closure of Monsieur Benjamin, this is now easily my favorite steak tartare in the city. Highly recommended! We also ordered a half bottle of the 2022 Huet Le Mont Sec ($63). I didn't realize until later when I was looking at pictures that they actually brought us the wrong wine. I recognized the producer's label and confirmed the vintage but did not confirm the bottling. In addition, the wine actually came out to us already open, which is very strange. I realize mistakes like this can happen but did not expect it from a Saison Hospitality establishment, since the wine programs are typically highly regarded. Other than the timing with the tartare and the wine mixup, which I honestly should have caught, everything else was great. The reason for the 4 star review is the pricing on BTG and the bottle list, which is exorbitant - I know the hospitality group has Michelin-starred restaurants, but this wine bar is not one of them, yet the wine list is priced like one (current release bottlings were easily 3x wholesale if not more). Want something below $100 for a 750ml? Good luck - options are few and far between. So would I come back? Yes - for the steak tartare and other menu items we didn't get a chance to try. But sadly, this isn't going to be a place where I come to pop bottles. It's just too expensive and I'm happy to give up some ambiance for a more affordable option like the Ferry Plaza Wine Merchant or Arlequin in the Hayes where you can drink for a tiny corkage fee above very reasonable retail pricing. read more

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I admit we came here to utilize the Chase Sapphire Reserve open table benefit and I'm glad we tried this place out! Indy was a friendly waiter and really knowledgeable about the different wines. For 2, we had the following on a Friday reservation at 6:30pm: - Nino Negri - red wine. Seemed like a light version of a Pinot noir. It was delicious 5/5 - 6 miyagi oysters. So fresh and flavorful. 5/5 - truffle fries - probably the best truffle fries I've ever had. Fresh shaved truffles on the fries 6/5? - steak Tar tar with rice crisps - 3/5. I personally don't like tar tar, but the presentation was nice - Sandwiches are loaded with cheese on top and in the bread. If you don't like cheese, you won't like the sandwiches. Nice portions and garden salad and pickled vegetables are a nice touch. Ham croque sandwich 4/5. mushroom croque sandwich 5/5 Low key wine bar with bar seating and a few tables. Most couples had to sit at the bar with larger parties at the tables. Definitely make reservations since it was packed when we left around 7:30. Also, there's multiple Saisons on the street (resto, private club, and wine bar). Make sure you google the right location! read more

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THE BIG: Located near the ballpark area of San Francisco. Very rustic and homey inside the wine bar. Only indoor seating and must get a reservation. Walk-ins available if reservations lapses past 15 minutes. Street parking available but hard to find. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I came here to see an old friend from DC. He recommended this spot and it was a great time. Very rustic inside and apparently it's the wine bar to the two michelin starred restaurant next door. For food and drink, we got the HH truffle fries , glass of blanches fleurs 2019, HH oysters, HH sparkling prosecco. The HH prices are great here. Truffle fries were nice and thin with a good helping of parmesan truffle shredded cheese on top. Oysters was the big deal of the day with each oyster costing $1.50 on HH. Service was nice and attentive. Very kind to accomodate my wife who was 7 months pregnant. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall we spent around $88 for everything, which was great for a nice happy hour spot with great wines. read more

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Yassssss x10000000000etc!! I've only been here for HH (with reservations) - but ultimately have had a fabulous experience each & every time. Just great vibes & service, all around! The place is beautifully intimate & swanky with a cool bar & some booth style tables along the back. The HH wine special is great! Legit half the price with about 4 selections (I literally have a glass of each :))) bc "wine not!?!" Food wise there are a few selections for HH BUT a must would be the $1.50 oysters from 4-5pm...ALSO, I would still highly recommend a few yummy dishes from their regular menu as well! Let's dig in: (1) HH oysters - fresh, small, & delish little suckers with a light tasty vinaigrette! A must for $1.50!?! (2) Caviar - ofc the caviar was delish, but I really enjoyed the soft little blinis + creme fraiche & simple accompaniments that really made each bite better. (3) Truffle fries with real truffle shavings & parm - perfectly thin & crispy with the right amount of cheese + fresh truffle is just so much better, more earthy & mushroom like in taste than the oil which is def. overrated. (4) Pate (Chicken Liver) - came with baguette & a refreshing side salad. This was also tasty although very rich - def. bit more gamey but with the bread & salad it was well balanced. (5) Beef tartare - soooooo good, def. one of my faves. Great meat quality with the right amount of flavor & texture + the most delish, unique, & crispy saffron rice crackers as the perf. vessel. (6) Charcuterie - this was a great size for HH. Obsessed with the olives + Cheese rotates but has always been unique & tasty, also comes with baguette and some cured meats. Vino - I usually start with the bubbly rose, then white wine then the last two reds on the HH menu. They're all light and tasty as per most European wines. Would also recommend the flight if you prefer sticking with all reds - overall a great selection of Europeans wines! read more

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Awesome happy hour! Oysters were meaty and fresh. Some of the best truffle fries I've had. Service was great, staff was friendly. Ambiance was classy and bougie. Would go back for happy hour. read more

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Loved the cute vibes of this place! The happy oyster deal is such a steal. Highly recommend! And the guy that helped us was so sweet. read more

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Cute, intimate date night spot. Would recommend reservations if you want a table otherwise you'll end up sitting at the bar. Wine selection is superb. The oysters and truffle fries were delicious. Great, friendly service. read more

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My fiancee and I were able to get a table at 5 PM on a Friday and upon arrival, we were surprised that it wasn't super packed. The tables are perfectly spaced apart so conversations felt more intimate. Food came out fairly quick and service was alright with a mix or friendly wait staff and not as friendly wait staff. Oysters (3/5)- some were fresh and some weren't. For the price, these are decent for what you pay for. Caviar parfait (2/5)- Picturesque but the flavors fell short. The bread on the bottom was very dry and the caviars brininess wasn't balanced well with the overly salty smoked salmon. I really wish there was a creamier part on this dish to cut the salt. Truffle fries (5/5)- one of the bites that I actually did end up liking. I loved the freshly shaved truffles and the sauce was to die for. Quesadilla (4/5)- perfectly cheesy and the poblano peppers balanced out the richness. Croque Monsieur (3/5)- I was really looking forward to this dish but the bread was so dry and just didn't work well the cheese and ham. This dish has potential but definitely needs a change in the bread type used. Deviled eggs (3/5)- your basic deviled eggs. Nothing to criticize or rave about. Queso (2/5)- nothing noteworthy to say about this dish Definitely had a lot higher expectations for this spot since they are sister restaurants with saison. Probably wouldn't recommend this spot unless you are going during their happy hour menu. read more

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Favorite oyster happy hour in the city. Daily happy hour featuring select bites and wines but, specifically from 4-5pm, they have $1.50 oysters. By far, the highest quality happy hour oysters I've had in the city. Royal miyagi oysters from Washington that are cleanly shucked and available to order two dozen at a time. Clean flavor that is currently served with a melon mignonette that is soooo good. I enjoy pairing with their happy hour sparkling. Truffle fries are also a must and come topped with fresh shaved truffle. Ambiance is elevated yet causal. Service is progressional, reflecting the reputation of two Michelin star Saison a block down. read more

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Saison Cellar & Wine Bar is a great date night stop. They have happy hour from 3 to 5 pm on Saturdays and $1.50 oysters from 4 to 5 pm. I ordered the happy hour white wine which paired well with the oysters. My boyfriend ordered the beer which was not very memorable. My partner ordered two dozen oysters tonight. The first batch was small oysters which worked out perfectly for me since I usually do not eat raw oysters and it was a good starter size for me to try. He was hoping for bigger oysters so he ordered another portion after the first dozen and these came out huge which made him happy. We also ordered the truffle fries which were hands down the best truffle fries I have ever had. The chefs choice charcuterie was good but not very memorable and the cultured French butter tasted plain and not very special. The croque monsieur was pretty good but a bit too filling so I asked to have it packed to go. For dessert we ordered the chocolate crème pot which was rich and tasty although we also decided to take that to go since we were already full. The bill came out to $175 for everything including tip. They add an automatic 18 percent service charge and a 6 percent employee service charge. I would definitely return just for the truffle fries. The staff was attentive throughout the night and we had different servers checking in which showed how well the restaurant runs as a team. The ambiance felt very French and the French music in the background made the experience even more immersive. read more

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Cute intimate wine bar with a large selection. Staff is attentive and knowledgeable. Came in during their HH on Monday - tried their honey wine flight, deviled eggs, truffle fries, bread & French butter, and oysters. Everything was wonderful. You especially can't beat fresh oysters at $1.5 each! We ordered half a dozen to start and immediately got another round. Would come back just for that. The radishes that were paired with the French butter was also 5 stars. read more

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This place has such a good oyster HH. The food is superb and the ambiance is lively! We came when it was raining with a reservation and it was packed full! We ordered 2 dozen oysters, beef tartar, fries, a salad from the regular menu and a few glasses of wines. I'd order the same again easy. read more

This place is the perfect date spot! It has intimate , dim lighting, gorgeous decor, and fantastic food. My boyfriend and I came here on New Year's Eve and had an amazing time. We started off with the oysters and the wine pairing, then truffle fries, and then ended up getting a charcuterie board as well (5 meats, 3 cheeses). The truffle fries were delicious and very truffle flavored, and I definitely recommend it to anyone who's a fan of truffle! The charcuterie board was also great, with a variety of meats and cheeses to pick from on the menu. The service was great too! Our bartender was super friendly and super knowledgeable about wine. Definitely check this place out if you haven't yet! read more

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Lovely spot for an intimate dinner for 2. Love that the tables are placed just far away enough from each other that it feels like you're in your own space. Far enough to not really hear anyone else's conversations or feel intruded by their table. Ordered *Truffle Fries - total winner! There's truffle shaved right on top! One of the better truffles fries in the city. Delicious. *Lyonnaise Salad with truffle - liked this but felt that if we didn't include the truffle, the balance would have been a bit off from the pancetta. Tasty but not as refreshing as I usually want from a salad. *Oysters with champagne mignonette - delicious! Only 1 of the oysters had a little felt in it- not ideal but happens. I also had the wine pairing for this and it went so nicely together *Steak Tartare - super light and clean flavor, nice with the rice chip. Not my favorite but objectively very good. *Chicken liver mousse - the flavor packed in this was so delicious, I could eat it all day. The jam it came with was 10/10 and the perfect acidity to cut through some of the fat. *Charcuterie board - the meats were all super good, very flavorful, and sliced so perfectly thin. Ordering again! *Pear bourdeleau - yummy little dessert. Great pear flavor, felt very fresh. Dollop of ice cream made this perfect pairing. Service was fantastic. I don't drink sparkling water but love that they had that option for the table. read more

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OBSESSED! The best way to describe how I feel about this wine bar. Everything is literally perfect. From the presentation to the variety of choice and wine and food. The pairing of the wine and food is so well done and compliments to enhance the experience. The best part is they have $1.50 oyster deals! And their oyster is our probably the best quality I've ever had in my life and I've gone to many of the $1 oyster deals in San Francisco. If you're looking for the perfect wine bar perfect setting this is the spot. Don't look anywhere else you need to go here! read more

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So impressed with this place! Highly recommend their happy hour. Ordered the truffle fries, ham croque monsieur, and the salad to share. Everything was delicious! Ambiance is also fantastic. read more

This place is a nice little "secret". It's kind of tucked away, but the staff is knowledgeable about wine and attentive, the atmosphere is chill, but has just enough energy to be a cool place to hang out. What's interesting is that due to their unique approach you can get some pretty expensive wines by the glass versus having to buy the bottle. So visit and try some higher end wines. The food menu is limited in the wine room but high end and nice enough to take the place of a dinner. I say you should put this on your "must checkout out list". read more

We were seated at the window in a cozy nook, so that already added vibes. They had an amazing wine flight we both got. Their food is light appetizers and bites but we still left fairly full. The highlight is definitely the deviled eggs. Don't leave without trying it! read more

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Wow! Loved this place. Fantastic wine selection, The food is incredible. Loved the oysters, super fresh salad, and the truffle fries were out of this world. Huge portions for happy hour! Very special little spot. Fantastic service as well. read more

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Want to be transported to a small classic artisanal wine and beer bar in Europe??? Well then try Saison Cellar Wine bar in the city, with an extensive and ever expanding wine list and a beer menu that only compliments the food menu perfectly... small delicious bites and drinks to match... what's not to love. 10/10 read more

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Great happy hour and such a great selection of reds! Personal fave was the gamay The charcuterie board was also a must imo Ambience was very chic - French style. Def make a reservation - it was fully booked for a Thursday night when we went. read more

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Managed to book a table for 3pm after not being able to get in for their happy hour our last attempt! We got there at 3 and were surprisingly the first and only people there. We started with the happy hour wines and the French cultured butter and truffle fries. The butter was ok, but the truffle fries were delicious - a generous amount of truffle! The wines were also very reasonably priced for $8 and the waiters were really attentive and nice too. The only complaint would be once a few more parties came in and sat at the bar they didn't really come back to check in on us even though we wanted to order some other things. They also had interesting wine flights that I would be interested in trying next time. Then came the star of the show the $1.5 oysters from 4-5pm, they were displayed really nicely and tasted fresh. Definitely worth a visit during happy hour for sure! read more

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This became one of my favorite happy hour places in SF! There is a daily happy hour from 4-5pm where you can get select bites and wine at a discounted price. It was so good that I came back the following week. I love the truffle fries, oyster and wine here! I would hold off on the charcuterie board next time and definitely try to get a reservation if possible! read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by the food! Loved the cheeses, they were each so fragrant and different from each other. They also carry Beurre Bordier which is the viral butter from France! My favorite cheeses were the rose wheel as well as the comte. My only thing was that the music aaa really loud so we both left with rasping throats haha but it was nonetheless a super cute vibe and can't wait to go back! read more

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We drove up from San Jose and had an incredible time at Saison during their Saturday happy hour! The truffle fries were hands down the best we ever had. They had a great selection of bubbles. The croque monsieur was better than the ones we had in Paris and absolutely delicious and flavorful. They also had a fantastic oyster special from 4-5pm! The ambiance was cozy with brasserie vibes and unique decor. We can't wait to come back. The best part was the impeccable service from Indy! read more

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My girlfriends and I had an excellent time at Saison Wine Bar! Classy but fun decor. RESERVATIONS We did need a reservation for 5 of us on a Friday at 2:30pm. We called to make this reservation a day ahead of time. It was empty when we arrived but by the time we left around 4:30pm, it was packed. SERVICE Shout out to our server, not sure if it's the "Paul C" listed on our receipt, but he was an Asian gentleman on the more mature side, with glasses, and he was ON IT. Normally I have trouble getting my server's attention, but once a friend was just gesturing telling a story and he immediately came over thinking we were looking for him! He was funny, helpful, and just always there for us. COST Five of us split 2 plates of potato puffs, 2 fries, 1 salad, 1 charcuterie board, and 9 glasses of wine. The total (including tax/tip) came out to $211.45 or $42.30 per person. Very reasonable price. FOOD (HAPPY HOUR) * Pommes Dauphine ($9) - 4.5 stars * Truffle Fries ($12) - 4 stars * Garden Salad ($9) - 4 stars * Charcuterie Board ($18) - 4 stars * $1 oysters (starts at 4pm) - 5 stars * Royal Tokaji white wine ($8) - 5 stars. I don't usually like white wine but I had a sip of this and it was incredible. read more

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We stopped in early on a Friday evening and caught it at the perfect moment--mellow, with just the right amount of buzz. The vibe is sophisticated but relaxed, with a playlist that leans into conversation and lighting that flatters everyone at the table. The wine list is smart and well-curated, but the standout here is the food. The truffle fries were hands-down the best I've had in the city--crispy, indulgent, and perfectly seasoned. The French butter was luxurious, and the oysters were pristine. We also ordered the chattier board (yes, that's what they call it), which was generous and well-balanced, ideal for grazing over a second glass. Service was unpretentious and genuinely kind--knowledgeable without any trace of wine bar snobbery. We'll definitely be back. read more

this review is for happy hour only. I came for the $1 oysters and wine and these are by far the best happy hour oysters I have had. They are on the creamier end (my friend said it's bc they are spawning? lol) so may not be everyone's preference but I really enjoyed it. They come garnished with some dill and were very well shucked and clean bc usually $1 oysters I've had have shards and bits of sand. We also got some white wine from the happy hour menu and it paired nicely with the oysters. Definitely going to be back for HH read more

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Great HH $1.5 for oyster $20 charcuterie board $9 house wine Friendly staff Art deco interior design read more

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Ive only had good experiences here. Love their unbeatable oyster happy hour deal from 4-5pm and selection of wine and sparklies. Highly recommend their charcuterie board and croque monsieur... mmm yeah I'm already planning my next trip here. read more

Saison Cellar & Wine Bar - Dom and oysters - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Opened in late July 2024, the SoMa bar marks a homecoming for Saison co-founder and beverage director Mark Bright. After he closed Los Clos, the space became French bistro Petit Marlowe, and when that restaurant vacated, the landlord called up Bright. And by the way Mark is amazing guy, knowledgeable about his wine and food. The wine selections here include more affordable Saison's wine to some fancy Grand Cru by the glass for $90, There are amazing happy hour menu for oysters and Dom Perignon by the glass as well. Great spectrum of price points for any wine lovers. For food - there are pommes Dauphine ($14). They also have ave truffle fries ($17) on the menu. That never gets old. Meat and cheese platter, chicken liver, there are many bites to choose from . read more