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Tender Greens

3.5 (510 reviews)
Closed • 10:30 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Good for kids

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kids bolognese
Jazlene T.

Ultimately great service and yummy food. This is my go-to spot during lunch. I regularly enjoy their soups and kids size meals since I can't finish their large portions. You can download the app for rewards and quick access. It's cute inside! They decorate for the holidays and there's indoor or outdoor seating. A lot of people tend to pick up orders. The bolognese was really good, they have a vegetarian option available as well.

salmon salad
Julianne C.

on two separate occasions, i picked up salmon salad and chicken pesto pasta from tender greens. the salmon salad was decent, the piece of salmon was not very big and there wasnt much special about the rest of the salad. the chicken pesto pasta was really good, but note that there's a lot of oil at the bottom. the chicken was cooked well though and the flavor was amazing. would definitely order again from tender greens!

CHIPOTLE BARBECUE CHICKEN
Kristina S.

Very disappointed to be gifted lunch. Only to see the merchant isn't being sanitary when working with food. This isn't fast food, stay by quality.

Had to wash the dirt and sand off the salad Tender Greens served me (and my whole office). $20 for wash-them-yourself greens.

How little quality control would it take for a restaurant called "Tender Greens" to serve a $20 lunch with dirty sand-laden salad greens? Absolutely disgusting and inedible. I went ahead and washed the lettuce myself because I hate food waste, but I'll never eat here again. The Mozzerella tomato sandwich was soaked in oil, add some gritty, unwashed lettuce and a cookie and charge $20? Insane. And my whole office was served these sandboxes for lunch. Nice work, Tender Greens. If a kitchen staff is inclined to serve food that is not properly cleaned, what does that tell you about the establishment?

chicken pesto pasta
Tarini S.

came here for a late lunch and ordered the chicken pesto pasta, salmon bowl with grilled veggies and roasted potatoes, a side of mashed potatoes, and some lemonade. lemonade was nice, fresh and not too sweet and the entrees were pretty standard but tasted great. service was excellent- the lady who took our order was helpful and talkative. lots of indoor seating with well spaced out tables and light music in the background. would definitely come back!

Grilled Salmon Salad
Richard G.

I've walked past this restaurant a hundred times but never really gave it a chance. I finally decided to give it a shot and I wasn't disappointed. This place is great. My wife and I ordered the Grilled Salmon Salad and the Chicken Harvest Salad. Both of the salads were equally tasty and surprisingly very filling. I'll definitely come back and explore the menu for other yummy dishes.

Mellie M.

Tender Greens always hits the spot when I'm craving something fresh and hearty! I ordered the Cobb Salad and my friend got the Grilled Salmon plate -- both were super flavorful and generously portioned. The ingredients tasted fresh, and the grilled bread was perfectly toasted. The side of veggies was a nice touch too -- cooked just right with a little crunch. Only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is that the wait was a bit longer than expected, but the food definitely made up for it. Overall, a great lunch spot with healthy options that don't compromise on taste. Will definitely be back!

thai bowl with grilled steak
Steffan A.

Review is purely on the food -- loved this bowl and will order it again very soon. Steak was cooked great! The balance between the steak, freshness and citrus from of the lil salad, and warmth of the sushi rice with toasted coconut shavings on it was perfect. Generous portion of steak, I'd say about 6oz maybe a little less. Normally bowls like this skimp out on the protein so I was very happy with it. They have a nutritional guide available online! Perfect for someone like myself because I track all my food (as much as I can). I will probably come here over Sweetgreen next time around

Agua fresca, tomato mozzarella sandwich, roasted potatoes
Sarah R.

Tender Greens are only in California?! I don't know why I just assumed they were nationwide because there are so many in SoCal - but I was in SF with a bunch of colleagues from all over the country and they hadn't heard of TGs. At this location there is seating indoor and outdoors and is very walkable if you're nearby. Be careful during lunch time - literally right when we sat down the line was all of a sudden out the door and tons of people crowding to grab their pick up orders. The chaos was real. Still, the staff were calm and kind. Their menu is full of fresh, super tasty, healthy meals. I got the tomato mozzarella sandwich with roasted potatoes and agua fresca. The potatoes lacked flavor but the sandwich and agua fresca were excellent!

Fried Chicken Sandwich and macaroni
Jasmine T.

I visited Tender Greens for lunch and it was a great experience. I was delighted to see the biz is woman-owned and was easy to find in San Fran's busy downtown area. I went for the fried chicken sandwich with a side of mac and cheese. The sandwich had a fresh slaw on top that was really good. The mac and cheese needed salt, but it was still creamy and cheesy. There's plenty of seating both inside and outside, though it was a bit too chilly for us to sit outside this time. The service was swift and the staff was friendly. Overall, an easy choice to curb mid day cravings.

Blue zone bowl with grilled salmon
Stephanie S.

Great fast causal spot for lunch. I got the blue zone bowl which had lentils, cauliflower, and purple potatoes and I added salmon. The bowl was very significant in size and I had plenty to take home. It came with some type of chipotle crema, which really tied the entire bowl together. The potatoes were the perfect balance between soft and crispy. I also got the carrot cupcake which was just okay. It was kind of dense and felt more like a muffin. A nice sweet treat nonetheless. If you're in a hurry be sure to get here just before the lunch rush which seemed to be right at 12:00. Arrived at about 11:55 and as we were waiting for our food, I looked up and the place was packed out of nowhere: They were moving pretty quickly though, so you may be okay even if you are short on time. Although the portion was big, I didn't feel too full or gross after my meal.

Kitchen area
Clark F.

If you're looking for healthy food that's fast and casual in downtown San Francisco, you've only got a few options--and one of the best is Tender Greens. I like the health consciousness, greenery, and organic produce over at MIXT a bit better, but here they've got many more options. In particular, they offer several different types of healthy protein, including decent salmon, and they also include the calorie count. It's also a really cool atmosphere, with lots of cartoons on the walls and bright lighting that gives it a lively, fun vibe. The staff isn't super friendly or warm the way they are at MIXT--a relatively small point, but worth noting. And special bonus: super healthy purple potatoes

DO NOT ORDER FROM HERE. I ordered lunch for 15 people via UberEats 4 days prior to the meeting date. Delivery was supposed to be today, between 11:30 am - 12:00 pm. No phone call. No email. I checked the order status, and the order was cancelled at 10:45 am. Seriously? I am an Exec Assistant and if I don't come through, it reflects terribly on me. I could get fired. Let me say it again - I could get fired for not providing lunch to 15 people, which included my C-Suite. I will never give my business to Tender Greens again.

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Grilled salmon plate was spot on exactly what I was expecting. Fresh, good portions, package well for delivery.

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Thank you for choosing Tender Greens!

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Thrilled to hear it hit the spot, Jasmine!

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We hope to see you again! Thank you!

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Thank you, Isabella for the review and for choosing Tender Greens!

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Thanks for being a loyal fan, Hillari!

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Thanks Gregory for the glowing review! Glad to hear you are a fan!

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Thanks, Sayana! We look forward to hearing which items you try next!

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Ingredients - Mushroom risotto

Ingredients

4.9(100 reviews)
3.2 mi•Noe Valley

This place is by far the best restaurant in Noe Valley!…read more Ambiance is on point with elegant decor and lighting. The staff is so friendly and well versed on the menu. We enjoyed their beets and goat cheese salad, grilled octopus, momos, & their knock out burger with fries. All of the food was prepared to perfection and fresh as can be! We will definitely be back and highly recommend

My wife and I had a night off and wanted to have a nice dinner out. Her initial thoughts was Saru,…read morebut the line was too long and we found a fast nearby reservation for Ingredients. We were seated quickly and found the menu to have a ton of options for different palates and lifestyle choices. I'd definitely recommend this place for people who are dining with vegetarians and pescatarians! We ordered the momos, burrata and stone fruit salad, the ribeye special, and mushroom risotto. All the food was great and the value was there too. A 14-16oz ribeye for $75 and they included a free side of mashed potatoes. The grilled peaches and apricots in the salad were really good and was a light course before our heavy main. What kept this from being a 5 star was some miscues in service. We waited over 45 min for our mains due to some miscommunication. There was a party that sat 20 min after us and they got their mains (the same steak special) before we did. My wife had to ask what happened to our mains and the server apologized and tried to make it right with us. I don't think the service mishap is a reason to not come back, but we might ask for updates sooner next time. Overall, I thought the food was good, pricing was reasonable, and I'd recommend it for a low stress date night

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Ingredients - Roasted beet salad, fennel slaw

Roasted beet salad, fennel slaw

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Marlowe - Crispy Brussels Sprout Chips

Marlowe

4.0(3k reviews)
0.9 mi•Mission Bay
•$$$

Wow this place was so amazing! Not only were the servers so friendly, kind, and accommodating but…read morethe food was also incredible. I loved the decor all around the restaurant with adorable cow art and a very clean feel. The servers and hosts were coming over to chat with us and just made us feel so welcome and special. From the second you walk in until the second you leave you are in good hands. It's also right across from the train so it's super easy to get there! I don't normally like horseradish, but the burger came with the perfect amount of horseradish where it tasted very fresh and added a good burst of flavor without being overwhelming! The fries were delicious and crispy. 10 out of 10 food, service, and environment. I would give them more stars if I could.

If you happen to stumble upon Marlowe like we did I'm confident that you will leave as full and…read moresatisfied as we did. A charming little bistro inspired by the Marlowe cows, I'm assuming, managed to stun us with several memorable dishes. The warm deviled eggs were an excellent start. Savory yet delicate enough to not weigh us down right at the beginning of our meal. The horseradish aioli wasn't for me, but I can see its appeal for a certain audience. You give me a Calabrian chili sauce and it's guaranteed to make me happy and this shrimp with sweet corn was no exception. Again, light but a punchy flavor that was enjoyable. I could go on and on about the different dishes we tried but the real standout of the night was the pork tenderloin with chorizo and peaches. The sweetness from the peaches somehow managed to enhance the flavor of the chorizo. This dish gives you a bold, savory and sweet bite all together but still won't have you feeling super heavy. The portion size is perfect. Im hoping to return soon for another exquisite meal.

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Marlowe - Clean and inviting bar

Clean and inviting bar

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Marlowe Burger with side of fries

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Nopa - Little gem salad - the berries made it pop

Nopa

4.2(5.8k reviews)
2.4 mi•Alamo Square
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So many great things about this restaurant. The service is 10/10 and they know exactly what they…read moreare doing. We had multiple people come by, take plates, check in, etc. throughout our visit and nothing was ever missed. If you asked anyone what they recommend or had questions about the menu, they explained it really really well! Cocktails were great! We got the Nopa 50/50, Baker Beach Party, and Panhandle Punch to start. All were great! The apps were too good so didn't get pictures but you HAVE to get the warm goat cheese. It was amazing! Two of us got the pork chop and this is a MUST! Burger was great. We wanted to try the fried chicken, but were seeing and getting mixed reviews about it so didn't seem worth it. Ended the night with probably one of the best cheesecakes I've ever had - the Ricotta Cheesecake and got a great recommendation of the dessert wines - we got the Petit Manseng and the Tokaji. Both fantastic and were recommended by our server. You will not be disappointed!

I visited Nopa and thought the food was okay. Overall, I'd give my experience 3 1/2 stars out of…read morefive. I spent $256.11 on this visit. Neither Imma nor I can even remember what we had--the food was forgettable. Apologies to the owners, but I would have liked a more memorable experience, at least when it comes to the food. I'll upload photos soon.

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Nopa - Flatbread with ham and sweet corn was a highlight of the meal

Flatbread with ham and sweet corn was a highlight of the meal

Nopa - Flatbread (7/19/25)

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Rise Over Run - Grilled Pork Belly Skewers (2 pc-$12), Fries ($9), Grey Whale Gin w/ club soda ($18)

Rise Over Run

3.8(264 reviews)
0.8 mi•Union Square, Tenderloin

3.5 STARS All-4-One…read more Soul For Real. SWV. Tevin Campbell. My Geriatric Millennial heart was SO happy! From now until October, Timbri Hotel's rooftop bar: Rise Over Run is hosting R&B Wednesdays. Rezzies are highly recommended. Book a table at the garden patio - IMO, it's the best seats in the house. Ok, yea it's in the TL right off 6th/Market....not in the nicest area. IMO, the TL is not as bad as some make it to be. In my experience being born and raised in the city, people in the TL say "Hi" and keep to themselves. M E N U Small New American Menu: Small bites (salad, deviled eggs, mini crab rolls, etc), spreads w/ pita bread, burger, fried chicken, fish & chips, steak frites, etc. They advertise food and drink specials for the event but there was none. No HH either. 5% SF surcharge (not noted on menu). D R I N K S Limited spirit selection; wish they carried more small-batch brands. * Grey Whale Gin, shaken ($16) * Grey Whale Gin w/ club soda ($18 x3): Very stiff! Worth the $. * Diet Coke ($5 x3) A P P S * Grilled Pork Belly Skewers w/ miso glaze, pickled mustard seeds (2 pc-$12) Rich, tender, and not overly fatty. The miso's umami didn't come through so it was a bit bland. * Smoked Salmon Rillettes w/ dill, chives, pita ($12) Umm, I'm all for negative space but could they not find a smaller bowl so the rillette doesn't look half eaten? Lol! That aside, this was BOMB! The pita tasted housemade - served piping hot and perfectly chewy with a soft, fluffy interior. Slathered with the rich, creamy smoked salmon spread...it was so delicious. * Fries ($9) Can't go wrong with a huge platter of hot McD type fries. S E R V I C E Welp, this would have been a 5 star review but someone killed the vibes. Most of the staff was friendly, and our server was excellent - very attentive and efficient with drinks and apps arriving quickly. Unfortunately, as we were on our last round of drinks (I had a full cocktail left), a male staff came over and told us they need the table back in 10 minutes, and our server immediately brought the check. I was confused esp since there were two empty tables nearby and he didn't approach the other table that was seated around the same time as us. I later found the fine print on my rezzies about the 2-hour table max which wasn't mentioned when we were seated. Regardless, we still had about 30 mins left. Afterwards, I spoke with Mia at the hotel's front desk. She was very apologetic, looked into the situation right away, and kindly offered a round of drinks on our next visit. A M B I A N C E Chic and trendy with a cute glass-enclosed solarium, and sweeping views of DT and the city's skylines. Mix of tables and lounge areas with firepits and heat lamps (it's windy tho!). Clean restrooms. It was great seeing a diverse crowd for the R&B event...a refreshing change from the usual AI/Tech Bro scene in the city. P A R K I N G Limited street parking (we found parking around the corner before 5 pm). Valet is $80. Overall, we had a great time at R&B Wednesday, and I thought the prices were fair for solid apps and drinks...for a rooftop bar. It was disappointing that our evening was cut short tho. Would love to return before it's over in October but that interaction left a bad impression.

Views: 10/10 Service : 9/10…read moreFood: 8/10 Drinks: 10/10 I was finally able to make it over to this place. As a rooftop connoisseur, this place was on my list for a while. I will say that this place is absolutely stunning and beautiful compared to a lot of others San Francisco rooftops that I have visited. This is located into the tenderloin, so please be aware that you will have to find your own street parking but parking a garage is preferred. This place has stunning views nonetheless, it's very chill and in a relaxing setting. The music is not overpowering, which is nice enough to have a conversation without having it overly crowded with 50 other people around you. I've definitely been back here a few times to take other friends and family and I will continue to do so. There are also heaters outside when it's very cold, chilly and windy. The staff is amazing as they are also willing to accommodate you and give you blankets if needed. Can't wait to go back!

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Chicken and waffles + mushroom omelet at rise over run

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