The Lounge is truly an exceptional spot and has quickly become one of our regular go-to places. The atmosphere is welcoming, the drinks are consistently excellent, and the overall experience is always first-class. What truly sets this bar apart, however, is the outstanding service--especially from Jennifer C. behind the bar. She is an absolute professional and a rockstar at what she does. On our most recent visit, the bar was completely packed, yet Jennifer handled the crowd with remarkable efficiency, composure, and attention to detail. Despite the volume, she ensured every drink was prepared promptly and with the same high level of quality and consistency. It's rare to find a place that combines great ambiance, excellent drinks, and genuinely exceptional service. The Lounge delivers on all fronts, and we always look forward to coming back. Highly recommended. read more

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The Lounge was truly the BEST elegant spot for relaxing while enjoying the nice views of the city at the same time a lovely meal. The natural light from the beautiful sunlight created a welcoming cozy atmosphere. The food and drink was excellent coupled with the outstanding service. I must say...I was blown away! My experience was simply simply FABULOUS. Highly recommended!! read more

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Lovely spot with great bartenders and good cocktails. The food is made fresh to order and it's quite delicious. read more

We come here every time we stay at the Ritz. Great place to get a drink or snack before dinner elsewhere. Also great to have dinner too! We've enjoyed the burger here, bread service, drinks, soups, and the cookies and ice cream. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu here! read more

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First night in the Ritz Carlton SF and we headed to the lounge for pre dinner drinks! Love the cocktail menu that is inspired by the City and was happy to see that they had my favorite - Karl the Fog - on the menu ! Very elegant setting and it's just another place I love in this city ! Beautiful ambience, great service and fantastic cocktails read more

We came here for a quick drink before dinner. I saw all the prior reviews and needed to try Karl the Fog. The cocktails did not disappoint. The vibe and quick service made this a great hang out spot read more

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I grew up broke and always feel like a fish out of water at posh places, so dining at The Lounge gave me some of the worst imposter syndrome. We came by for drinks earlier in the day before coming back with a reservation for dinner. The drinks were incredibly unique and watching them be made was an experience in and of itself. For dinner, my boyfriend got the Ritz-Carlton Signature Burger and I got the Farmers Market Salad with added salmon. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the salad was top of class in terms of what you'd want a salad to be, but even though this experience was months ago at this point I still distinctly remember craving an authentic Mexican burrito throughout the entire dinner. If you're anything like me, my advice is to have a big ol' burrito prepared in advance back at the room for the post-dinner dinner. Or maybe fill up extra during lunch? No shade to The Lounge or The Ritz, certainly the food quality was top notch, but if you're stepping into a different lifestyle by going to these places then I recommend having some backup food on hand. read more

The Lounge - Farmers Market Salad with added salmon - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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A must have when we stay at the Ritz. The ambience is upscale but can come in casual and still have a 5 star experience. Stephanie is the best and Jennifer makes some great drinks. The Caesar salad with king salmon is my favorite. read more

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The lounge is off the lobby of the Ritz Carlton Sam Francisco. It's super convenient place to have dinner if you're staying there. I made a note when booking our reservation it was for our 25th anniversary and they went above and beyond. We had the best seats in the house with a table next to a window looking out to the tall city buildings. Complimentary starters are served ( olives and chips) lived the salt! Our waitress (Victoria) was an absolute delight, so bubbly, always smiling and checked on us often. She bought us complimentary champagne, so we could have a celebration toast. We ordered the duck confit (served with smoked carrot puree, delicata squash and house made brandied cherries), signature burger and truffle fries. Everything was delicious. They have a really fun cocktail menu with drinks named after areas of the city. I ordered "Karl" - the name for SF fog. They make a fog bubble on the drink table side. Victoria even did a retake so I could get a video. After dinner we were brought a slice of chocolate cake with a happy anniversary inscribed chocolate piece on top. Such a memorable experience - everything was perfect! Thank you Ritz Carlton SF. read more

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The service was excellent and food was perfect portion...not too little, not too much. The fireplace set an ambiance to the room and the big floor to ceiling windows allow light during the day or views while enjoying your companions, family and/or friends. read more

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Had a 3 night stay at the hotel and wandered down to The Lounge. Yes, it's pricey... it's a Ritz hotel bar, but the drinks were OUTSTANDING, the bar bites were appreciated, the truffle fries were hot, fresh and the best version we've ever had. The staff was attentive, personable, and truly seemed to enjoy their job. We had club lounge access upstairs with drinks included, but came down a few times because the drinks and atmosphere were stellar & if you stay at the hotel, it includes a $40 food & beverage credit. I a fall flavored old fashioned type drink with cinammon and dehydrated apple slice that was great for a fall day. Then had a normal old fashioned, which to be honest, was even better than the previous one. I also had a couple gin martinis during out stay & gotta admit, that was the best martini I had in SF during our stay... & I had several from several different bars and lounges. My wife had the Karl the Fog drink and loved it so much she just kept getting them over the rest of our stay. Overall, great experience & not nearly as pricey if you're staying at the hotel. Would definetly return. read more

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I visit the lounge fairly often, and the food here is always great. They offer seasonal dishes, so it's nice to try something new every time I go. The staff are all friendly and provide great service read more

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Probably the most I've ever spent on cocktails, but you only live once! Food is also really good, but you're really coming here for those special drinks. I've had better for cheaper, but it is in the Ritz. Overall a memorable experience, but not sure if it was worth every penny. read more

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Such a fun spot to chill and have a couple drinks and food in Brentwood .. Bartenders and so friendly'!

When meals are as wonderfully served as they are at The Lounge, then it is a memory that will be cherished forever. Located within the first floor lobby of The Ritz-Carlton in the heart of San Francisco. Just north of the city's Chinatown neighborhood along Stockton Street right above the infamous Stockton Street tunnel, The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco is a little oasis among the city's chaos and that is proven by the view of the city's skyline directly against one side of the wall of The Lounge. Upon approaching The Lounge especially since its entrance is directly opposite their front doors, one would consider this restaurant the main bar and restaurant of The Ritz-Carlton, and they would not be incorrect, as they have another restaurant Parallel 37 that serves brunch and is reserved for private events, and a terrace that too is used for special events. So when my group of friends and I came for a business meeting to tour The Ritz-Carlton, where else would we dine for an elegant and refined lunchtime meal but The Lounge? Elegant doesn't even come close to our experience as every detail from the meal to the overall service was top notch. The lunchtime menu at The Lounge is separated into categories including Appetizers, Salads, Entrées From Land and Sea, and Sweet Treats. Since our group of seven was quite famished we decided to split a couple orders of their Truffle Fries which were topped with Parmigiano-Reggiano, Truffle Oil and Shavings, and Parsley and served with a Jalapeño Aioli and their own house made ketchup. To enhance this first course, every table is presented with a complimentary serving of potato chips and olives for good measure which only adds to the customer first mentality at The Lounge. Although many of their lunch time menu items sounded so delicious, there was something about their House Made Cavatelli, which was topped with Spicy Kimchi Tomato Sauce, Goat Cheese, Breadcrumbs, Basil and Bonito Flakes that sounded so authentic and regal at the same time that I and many of my dining mates also decided to order this as our main meal. Others in my dining party ordered their Mary's Organic Chicken Breast which was served with Braised Kale, White Truffle Infused Bean Ragu and Shaved Summer Truffles; Pacific Yellowfin Tuna Tartare which was topped with Ginger Soy, Tarragon Aioli, Nori Oil and served with Puffed Rice Crackers, and their Local Market Fish, which was a beautiful halibut served with a side of vegetables and tapenade. The Truffle Fries were the perfect way to start our meal as both the ketchup and aioli were lovely side condiments, and the complimentary chips and olives were such a thoughtful touch that we could not wait for our main course. That main course was a lovely pasta dish that was plated with intention, and served with such aplomb as I tried my very best to savor each bite. I was able to try a few bites of my dining mate's Tuna Tartare with one of their Puffed Rice Cracker and I have to admit after some questioning upon seeing the plating, it turned out to be a lovely fresh dish that was flavorful and fun, which was unexpected. For our sweet treats, a fellow diner ordered their Hazelnut Affogato which was a generous scoop of Hazelnut Gelato topped with Cocoa Nib Crumble and Shot of Espresso, while I enjoyed a Americano, which was the perfect way to sip and savor a meal as wonderful as it was at The Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco. Even though it's just the regular hotel restaurant and bar, it is so much more with the perfect service, in this case from the attentive Stephanie to the setting that simply shouts San Francisco from all of the hills from which it can be seen. Coastal California cuisine served with handcrafted cocktails named and inspired by the famous neighborhoods that make up this great city, The Lounge serves up a meal to savor and is a must visit for locals and tourists alike. read more

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Inside the Ritz Carlton Lobby area . It worked out great since that weekend was also the Lunar New Year parade , we had reservations prior at STK steak house on Market St. we anticipated a lot of traffic and road closures along the way. Leo our Club Level Concierge suggested we dine down stairs at The Lounge, since we stayed in the Ritz Carlton for the weekend to avoid the hassle , for our sanity and convenience just to walk down stairs for dinner and stay dry from the down pouring rain . Leo our club level concierge help make reservations for us , while we continue with breakfast. ( thank you Leo) We had reservations for 11 our server Victoria were great , she recommended a few dishes for us girls to share and some drinks as well before our meal . Most of the ladies had "The Karl ". they all loved it and ordered a second round of that. I had their steak, only one choice on the menu, it came with a few slices of potatoes. Other side dishes are a la cart . Flavor of steak tasted delicious, cooked perfectly. The price was steep though $67 read more

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We took a pit stop here for dessert and drinks break post dinner and had a splendid time. first of all, alcoholic chocolate milkshake! quite addictive. the presentation with the whipped cream and chocolate rim was stunning. I don't exactly remember what was in it but I would love to get it again, a desert drink! the $20 signifier chocolate cake was rich and thick. the cake itself was not very moist, but stiff and firm. It balances well with the frosting. Not overwhelmingly sweet. But the thing that was the cherry on top was the orange cardamom syrup and crunchy chocolate balls. I enjoyed the complexity of flavors and textures. at the end of our stay, a group of people in crisp suits and dresses poured in and filled the air with conversations. most of the people looked very affluent and white. Felt very out of place as three young adults, but our server was super sweet and charismatic, we had a great time! read more

The Lounge - Chocolate milkshake - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The food is very standard for a hotel restaurant. The service was a little slow, it took a long time for the waiter to come to the table & to get the bill at the very end as well. It was a decently spacious restaurant that had bar seating and table seating. They had two TVs at the bar. Overall, it's worth it if you're staying at the hotel and want to get food without having to leave, but I wouldn't come out of my way to eat here. read more

The Lounge - Burger & truffle fries - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Really not worth the price. The champagne,Veuve, and tea,jardin bleu, were good. tfood not so much. Two of the sandwiches were good, summer squash and prosciutto, the other two not so much, crab and strawberry. The only sweet we liked as the scone, and even that was a bit dry. Room is fine. Service was good. read more

It was fine. Hamburger was good. I recommend ordering the meat rare, if you like that type of thing.

The Lounge was very good. We ate there twice during our visit last weekend. They were very accommodating, Karl the Fog drink was excellent (although the most expensive cocktail I have ever purchased), food was very tasty, and they were so wonderful to my 7 year old. Would definitely return! read more

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You don't have to marry Prince Harry to be treated like royalty! You can pretend to be Queen for a day and enjoy Afternoon Tea at The Lounge located inside the fancy shmancy Ritz-Carlton Hotel! Price options as of August 2019: Traditional Tea - $88 per person, excludes alcoholic beverages. Premier Tea - $98 per person, complemented with a glass of Schramsberg California Sparkling Wine. Royal Tea - $108 per person, complemented with a glass of Veuve Clicquot Brut "Yellow Label," accompanied by strawberries and cream. Caviar Tea - $440 per person, complemented with 1 oz of Osetra Caviar and a half bottle of Ruinart Rose Brut. Menu items vary based on seasonality. Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, and Dairy-Free options available. 3-tiered cake stand filled with delicious sweet treats, served with a plate of finger sandwiches and a freshly brewed pot of tea. Wish they gave a menu describing all the goodies but I'll try my best from memory! Sandwich plate includes egg salad, cucumber, smoked salmon, turkey cranberry, and a goat cheese tartlet. Sweet indulgences includes kouign amann, brownie bites, apple tart, chocolate-dipped almond biscotti, strawberry creamsicle, scones, and chocolate ganache candies. I prefer a tea to neutralize all the burst of flavors, so Gunpowder was the perfect choice. It's a green tea from Taipei, displaying notes of smoke and sweet grass with sublet undertones of burnt honey. Make a reservation! Tea Time is only offered on specific dates throughout the year! read more

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This is located in the lobby of The Ritz Carlton and is upscale for sure. I sat at the bar for lunch and met Tommy the bartender. I was debating between two salads on the menu and he recommends the quinoa bowl, which was fantastic. The flavors were fresh and very tasty. I paired the salad with a killer white burgundy Tommy suggested - perfect! The menu is a bit pricey, but the quality of the ingredients and wine selection makes it worthy of the price tag. I would highly recommend for a business lunch, cocktails, or even a solo meal (or drink) at the bar. read more

Fantastic decor very comfortable and cozy but what else is one to expect of a restaurant and bar inside of the ritz? The drinks and food were great. The ritz Carlton burger was fantastic. Cooked to perfection in my opinion. The appetizers we're a bit disappointing. The burrata wasn't very good and neither was the halibut ceviche. We could've probably passed on both of those but we enjoyed the entrees we got and the gelato for dessert. The gelato came with a little cracker and was only $6! Probably the most fairly priced item on the menu. Overall this place is going to get 5 stars because it met my expectations and even though it was very expensive it's the ritz. It was to be expected some might say. read more

Came to The Lounge located inside the Ritz for a cocktail while we waited for our dinner reservation. We each had an Old Fashioned and split the charcuterie plate. The drinks were great! The charcuterie was unimaginative. The cheeses were delicious but the plate presentation looked like they piled a couple of options on there and were happy with B+ work. Nice ambience- there were a couple of toddlers crying toward the end, but we left shortly afterward. read more

The food was pretty awful. I had the chicken and it was thick and the skin was soggy. Not much flavor and the beans it comes with is a shame. The fries are way too salty and the burger is simply whatever. The Carl fog cocktail was pretty bad as well. read more

The Greek Yogurt panna cotta was amazing, as was the carrot cake. Didn't love the signature chocolate cake, which was disappointing. The biggest let down was the grain bowl with grilled chicken. It looked very pretty but somehow was just bland and disappointing, especially the flavorless chicken. read more

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Tommy and Robert were great; perfect service, couldn't have asked for anything more. ¡Bellisimo! read more

The Lounge - Vodka Redbull - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

The kid and I rolled in here Friday evening...her for an apple juice and me for a shot of tequila. I'm usually a cheapskate, but every once in a while I like to take her there for the experience and so that she can get some practice "behaving" in nice places. What I love about the Lobby Lounge is that they don't treat us any differently from the dressed-up tourists and high-spending businessmen. We get the same warm welcome, the same upscale snacks and the same friendly service. Even if I'm in jeans and she's in her school uniform (which, in combination, is a dead give-away that we're not going to be spending a lot of $$), nary an eyebrow is raised. $19 + tip later, we sauntered out of the hotel feeling quite fancy. Worth every dime! read more

Sexy friends and I enjoyed drinks here one evening. Smooth service, as expected for the Ritz-Carlton. At the bar, friendly bartender Napoleon took the time to brainstorm with me, then made us hefty "shots" of banana mudslides, a pleasant, fruity concoction perfect for alcoholic monkeys. The atmosphere in the lobby lounge is clearly old money (read: stuffy) but the seating was surprisingly comfortable. Their lounge has a view of the surrounding neighborhood, too. It wasn't crowded, but your luck may vary. Of course, go dressed up - we were all decked out. Drinks cost a pretty penny, but, hey, it's the Ritz. read more

The Lounge - Snacks - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This was my first time having high tea, so I don't have anything to compare it to. However I will warn gentlemen readers that have not experienced high tea before; tea does not constitute a meal. You will get an assortment of finger sandwiches and sweet pastries along with your tea. But relying on this and tea alone, will not take the place of lunch. A waitress will swing by with 3 different teas you can try. I sampled the Vanilla bean Green Tea, and the Shanghai rose tea. To be honest I cant imagine drinking a large quantity of tea without it accompanying some delicious greasy Chinese food. The Ritz Carlton's Lobby Lounge is decorated nicely. At this time of year they will likely have the fireplace going. Unfortunately if you sit towards the entrance you will feel a draft every time someone opens the front hotel doors (often). They have a harpist playing a variety of tunes, including a Lord of the Rings "shire" motif. The my inner geek rejoiced when I heard it. Bathroom stalls have floor to ceiling marble walls.... classy. read more

The Lounge - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Stayed at The Ritz for my Birthday decided to try out The lounge for Dinner. My meal was really good the service is always amazing at The Ritz never a complaint. read more

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Nice place to sit for a cocktail before a night out in the city...the staff is very attentive and the complementary snacks won me over. although we were not guests of the hotel, we were still able to valet our car....FREE! Nice touch in the city where parking fees can cause a serious dent in anyone's wallet. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8wGfkHlQyS-tfZYwdQNuMQ?select=bBfdMR5IPyOi5wKXjTXXpw read more

The Lounge - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

This lobby bar rivals some restaurants I've been to! The Lounge at Ritz Carlton offers great food and drinks, both served with a high attention to detail. I've had the salmon here a couple times, definitely would recommend. Although their menu is relatively small since its a lobby bar, it offers a good variety of choices. We recently went here with a party of 8 and staff was very attentive. Service was consistent throughout our lunch. Drinks remained filled and they made sure we enough bar bites while waiting for our orders. The staff is also very professional! TIP: Seating by the fireplace (opposite the bar) has great lighting from the floor to ceiling windows! read more

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High tea is delicious here. It's just a bit crowded as the space is so small. But the servers are nice and quick, and they don't rush you. It's quiet a bit pricey for high tea but it's a nice experience for once in a while read more

Dinner was Okay. Meat was a bit over cooked. Had to order dinner to go since some altercation happened where police were and request 2 couples to leave. Felt a bit unsafe so I ended up eating in room. Waited about 10 min to be seated, 15 more minutes to get water, decided the drama was escalating so ordered it to go, charging it to my room.. after we got our food the police came. It still took us 10 mins to get check after our food got delivered read more

Sophisticated and lovely. I wish I got the name of the bartender here bc she was super quick and smart. Remembered my name on my second night there and remembered many other regulars' names and orders. I had the Melville Pinot and the cheeseburger in a lettuce wrap. As a snack before my burger, I got complimentary spicy cashews and olives. Everything was delicious and service was excellent. Great spot to meet a friend. read more

I usually dont review lobby bars since they all seem to do the same thing ,however, this one was a bit different. When staying at this particular Ritz, grabbing a bite to eat is not a very easy option, because of its location on Nob Hill it would mean treking down some seriously steep hills to get to the closest cafe hence my many trips to this lounge while staying here. But I must say after my first time eating here I was blown away. The food coming out of the kitchen is made fresh and to perfection, every detail is covered even down to the house made ketchup. The great service you would expect at a Ritz property continues into this lounge. The staff here were on their game and made this experience a great one. Simple things go a far way, like my first server remembering me from the day before and although not serving me the second day made an effort to come over and say welcome back. Seating is very much like a lounge with a mix variety of furniture including lounge type couches to table and chairs, as well as bar seating. The feel here is of relaxing and just taking your time and is shown with the service, you are not rushed here one bit which can be a little troublesome if you are in a rush. Overall this place was a great option if you are staying in the nob hill area and just want a relaxing space with good food and great service. read more

The Lounge - House made soda - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

The service is impeccable as one would expect from the Ritz, but the team are warm and welcoming. They do not have an air of snobbery. It's very kind and gracious- engaging and thoughtful. Our food and drinks were perfect. No flaws at all- just luxury, 5 star hospitality and immersion into an atmosphere of - anything the guest desires. I work in service, hence, every once in a while, I want to feel pampered in that way. It is restorative. My baby and our dogs all thoroughly soaked up our night at the Ritz. Worth every penny! A Grand Experience from top to bottom. Thank you Team Ritz Carlton San Francisco! read more

We had a lovely evening - pre dinner and post dinner - sitting in the lounge at the Ritz listening to Sony Holland sing. We had never heard her before, so that was a real treat. The staff were helpful and attentive, whether we ordered drinks or just coffee. And I appreciated that they were not over-solicitous, just friendly. We will definitely be back, particularly if Sony is singing. (My only suggestion to her would be to stand while singing. Her very impressive voice gets lost a bit when she sits throughout. ). read more