We had lunch here today and found the service friendly and efficient. It was cold out but inside it was nice and warm. We both started with potato and leek soup, which was excellent. The burger was nothing special and the fish and chips was good. We might go there again. read more

We came here for lunch and were seated on the outdoor patio, which was comfortable thanks to the heat lamps. Service started off fine, but we were surprised by how inflexible the kitchen was with even very simple requests. For example, we wanted the seafood tower but were told it wasn't available due to no mussels--and they couldn't substitute with extra oysters or shrimp. Even small swaps, like grilled onions instead of raw onions on a burger, weren't possible. The appetizers were the highlight of the meal. The lobster dip was flavorful, and the chips were perfectly thick and crispy. The oysters were fresh and already sauced, and the shrimp cocktail featured large, fresh shrimp. The Brussels sprouts were cooked well and nicely balanced with pomegranate. Unfortunately, the mains fell short. Everyone who ordered the steak frites requested medium rare, but all of them came out well done. One was so overcooked and chewy that it had to be sent back. The mushroom risotto was very tasty, but extremely mushroom-forward--great for mushroom lovers, but probably not for everyone. (The side steak pictured on top of the risotto was actually cooked perfectly.) The burger had a double patty and was fine, but fairly standard. Overall, while the appetizers were strong, the lack of flexibility and inconsistent execution on the mains made the experience disappointing, especially for the price point. I'd try another place before coming back again. read more

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Made lunch reservations here to enjoy all the Christmas decorations. It's in an outdoor covered area with plenty of heating inside so it's super cozy with all the decor. We started the meal off with the foccacia, which was perfectly toasted and came with whipped ricotta and olive oil to dip. A wonderful appetizer! I went with the lunch coursed meal: Butternut Squash bisque (so creamy and flavorful. warms you right up) and the Porcini Mushroom Risotto (cooked so well and had plenty of mushrooms to complement the rice). My husband had the steak frites, which honestly were nothing special. The steak was a bit dry since there was minimal sauce and came with crispy fries. Cute date night spot and the ambience was perfect! The staff were so attentive and checked up on us throughout the meal. read more

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The vault always brings the decor and the ambiance. The staff is friendly and on a cold day offered us hand warmers and blankets. The mushroom risotto was delicious although a tiny lunch portion in comparison to the other options for the lunch deal. It also came out last out of all the entrees and we were comped with the donuts which were divine. Thank you for a lovely time, despite a few missteps. read more

The Vault Garden - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

It's been waaaayyy too long, dining at the convenient lunch spot in the Financial District. I picked this modern Financial District restaurant for our business lunch on a midweek a little after noon on an overcast day. I'd last dined here before the pivot to outdoor dining after 2020. They still serve dinner in the original dining room downstairs. Being early, the host led me to a table towards the rear of the restaurant. The entire restaurant is outdoors but under cover. The heat lamps are ample enough to keep the dining area warm. The menu is simple and abbreviated from the last time I came but there is an ample amount of choices. Wanting a meal with variety, my guests joined me in ordering the Express Lunch menu (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=144&select=a0RKhsvrWmW63zsuIhKgNg), getting two courses. Lunch special 1st course - Caesars salad (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=NetxbmBkZkUcbv_nDUNotw) - Romaine lettuce, foccacia croutons, parmesan; the greens were crisp and crunchy pairing well with the dressing and croutons. Main - Fish and chips (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=PZZw7awbKOMQfIVktSAaPg) - Beer battered rock cod, French fries, Remoulade; one large piece of fish that came with vinegar and tartar sauce, served temperature hot. It was okay as the fish was slightly fishy. The tartar sauce and vinegar helped cut this some. The fries were perfect, also served temperature hot which made for good dipping in the provided ketchup container. Sides, all shared: A. Focaccia bread (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=nUb2WKjMMPvQZOW--iiJ5A) - Whipped ricotta, olive oil; I enjoyed the end piece, mostly dipping in the olive oil. B. Sweet potato dumplings (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=PkST_-TVY61TV4CeZa7ppw), shared - Hackleback caviar, creme fraiche, chive-potato crumble; this was delicious and especially so since one of the managers generously comped this to us. Get this to share. Dessert. shared: Sugar-dusted Beignets (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=fpi7PBy5hikmoRXvwCU8rA), shared - Creme Anglaise, pistachio butter. Delicious goodness and the best way to close a meal with a sweet ending. Served warm, everyone left with a smile. The restaurant was about 1/3rd full when we arrived but filled up a bit as we ate. Service was exemplary from the host, floor manager, and Adrianna, who waited on our table, as well as the bus person. Another big thanks goes to Jian who unexpectedly recognized me in making this meal a special one. Who said that power lunch places are gone in the Financial District?! Look no further. Needless to say, will return. read more

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I've had two client lunches here and both experiences were lovely. The first time it was raining so they moved us inside to the steakhouse which was very elegant. The second time was outside under their covered patio -- they offered us blankets if we got cold but I'd recommend people dress warmly regardless! Service was incredible attentive. We've also hosted a larger group gathering here of 18 people for happy hour. Food was great. I've gotten the Cobb salad, butternut squash soup, and mushroom risotto and they are all great. Would recommend for a client lunch or dinner! read more

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Had seen the burger advertised too many times across instagram I had to come and try for myself. Such a cute dining area- nearly feels like New York or something eating half- outside (with heaters so don't worry it is cosy) Little bit more upscale of a dinner so a good excuse to dress up a little. Got the burger (obviously) And it was great- nicely made, pretty rich and saucy, with the burger cooked medium just the way i like it with a little pink in the middle. I am not usually a fries girl but there was something about their fries I couldn't stop eating them, yum yum yum. Really filling also, was so full after the burger and (most) of the fries. The drinks here are great also- expertly crafted and delicious. Felt like we were the girls in sex and the city or something for a night on the town. Just good vibes, decor, friendly staff and good food and drinks. read more

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Stopped in to check out the holiday drinks and have some bites. The decor is festive and it was nice and warm in the covered garden area. We got a couple cocktails and appetizers. The apps were simple and delish. The drinks were pretty well balanced and loved the festive theme with the names of cocktails and glasses. It wasn't busy when we arrived and got seated right away. Heat lamps above the tables kept us extra warm. read more

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I have been wanting to try The Vault Garden after my coworker recommended it. It happens to be SF Restaurant Week (RW), so I thought this would be the perfect time to try their lunch menu. The Vault Garden is located outside on the street level of the BofA building in the FiDi. I believe there's a separate entrance for the Steakhouse, so if you're there, go up California and up the steps to the plaza. Go towards the entrance of the building and hang a left to get to the Garden. It's a nice semi outdoor space that has plenty of heating for those cold days. And it's a beautiful space! The lounge area has comfy couches and chairs where you can get drinks and light bites for happy hour. The tables are further down for dining. Lots of greenery in both areas. From their RW menu, I got the Caesar salad and fish & chips. I also added the lemon posset for dessert, which is extra. The Caesar salad was so good! The romaine lettuce was fresh, crispy, and tender. The dressing was bright and the croutons gave it an extra crunch. And it came with plenty of shaved Parmesan. I could have had 2 plates of that. It's simple yet so good! The fish and chips were delicious, too! I thought the portion was perfect. It comes with one large beer battered rock fish on a bed of crispy fries and fried herbs. You also get a trio of sauces: malt vinegar, remoulade, and ketchup. The fish was plump and flaky. The batter was crunch and thin. And the fries were very crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. And I don't know how else to describe it, but the fries were meaty. They had a good bite to them. I think that happens when the potatoes are blanched in cold water.. I forget the science behind it but they were yummy and I loved all the textures. And the lemon posset was silky and tart. A great way to end the meal. Service was really friendly. The gentleman who took my order and I chatted about our dogs. Which, btw, dogs are allowed. Mine was in a stroller, but I assume any well-behaved dog is allowed in since it is an outdoor space. The RW menu is the same as their express lunch menu, so service time is approximately 45mins. Though, the food is so good that I would take my time. I would love to come back to try more dishes from their regular menu and to get a drink as well. read more

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My colleague and I stopped in for a quick bite at The Vault. I love the Vault during the holidays. It is always so beautiful. We ordered the Krumpus is Coming and baaaaaaaby it was strong and delicious! Chris our server was amazing. We order some fries and mac n cheese and it was delightful. I definitely plan to circle back with more friends. read more

The Vault Garden - Mac n Cheese and Happy Hour Fries - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Made a reservation around a week ahead for 5 pm on a weekday and we were able to get seated a little early. My friend and I were looking for cozy bar restaurants with nice decor so we decided to check them out. The seating is under this clear tent area but pretty cozy and warm from the heat lamps. Mushroom Gratin - I love mushrooms and have never tried when a gratin is made with something besides potato but I enjoyed the crunch of the breadcrumbs to the chewy and different textures of the mushroom. It had some hints of garlic flavor but it was overall a little bland. The Vault Burger - The burger was pretty standard with the double patty, cheddar, lettuce and brioche buns and the fries were nice thick cut ones. It didn't stand out for 21 dollars so personally we found it slightly underwhelming. Overall, the service was decent but a little slow when the restaurant got busy and the dishes we had felt overpriced. The ambiance and decor is pretty fun to check out especially during the holidays though. read more

The Vault Garden - The Vault Burger, Mushroom Gratin - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here in December of 2024 for our holiday work dinner and what a beautiful spot! There were heaters outside, staff was friendly and our food was tasty! My boyfriend and I each got the prime rib which was huge! We definitely had leftovers which I used to make fried rice haha A coworker of mine got the grilled salmon. Would definitely come back here! read more

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Cute little "patio" spot. Lot of heaters if you get cold and it's blocked off so it's not windy. Decent drinks and small menu so simple eats! - sides are kind of hefty so we did order just sides for 2 of us haha Easy to get reservations and friendly service. Thank you! read more

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The petite seafood platter and the lobster dip were outstanding. The service was delightful. It's a beautiful garden patio and great for a business meeting. read more

The food was amazing and the service exceptional. Everyone was friendly and ready to greet you at the door

12/7 It's the time of year for anything and everything festive. The holidays are not just about gift giving, but it is also the time of year to spend it with your loved ones. Where: The Vault and The Vault Garden can be found at the Bank of America building on Kearny and Pine streets. While not exactly inside the building itself, The Vault Garden is located on the exterior of the building while the main restaurant, The Vault is located inside the concourse level. When: The Vault Garden is a casual spot for happy hour and shareable bites. Usually not open during the weekend, this holiday season, dubbed as Winter Wonderland, lunch and holiday themed cocktails can be enjoyed here. Reservations are recommended. We came here looking for some festive holiday vibes. What: while not overly dressed or indulged with Christmas cheer, The Vault Garden's Winter Wonderland manages to pull off some holiday cheer with eye catching drinks. What we shared: Creamed corn: this was not just any creamed corn, but that the toppings were pop corn and bread crumbs for a nice crunch. This was surprisingly good. Truffle Mac & Cheese: pasta shells tossed in cheesy truffle sauce - I could have easily ordered a second of this and called it a meal. Delicious. Truffle Fries: pillowy interior and crisp exterior coated in a truffle oil. The perfect amount of salt for this fried bite. Parker House rolls: hot and fresh springy buns paired with a salty whipped butter. These were a table favorite with a second heaping ordered. Beef Bolognese: pasta cooked andante served with burrata cheese. This was good overall, but that I liked the truffle mac and cheese more. Short Ribs: slow braised and served with sweet potatoes. Ginger and soy were the prominent flavors, leaning more with an Asian twist. Super tender and yummy. Beignets: these French doughnuts were not only light but also the perfect small sweet treat. What we drank: we tried majority of the Christmas aesthetic based drinks which included all the spices and props. Each drink is titled after the verses of a Christmas song. We were so glad to have enjoyed some festive drinks. How: our server was such a sweet heart and made our lunch even more festive by providing some gingerbread men and women props. We all enjoyed our meal here and will happily return. read more

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The holiday bar set up is amazing. Super fun drinks and festive decor. The Hans Gruber and Scut Farkus were both delicious read more

The Vault Garden - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Beautiful garden setting with heat lamps to keep you warm. Despite their kitchen being a block away, food didn't take too long to arrive and came out hot. The service was friendly and inviting. The shared appetizers were the stars of the show and cocktails. Our main entrees were just ok. read more

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Food, ambiance, service all amazing. Note that it's outdoors but there are heaters and you can ask for blankets. read more

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Saturday night surrounded by Christmas vibes and decorations. I really liked the decorations, very European style. I went with my husband, 2years daughter and two friends. Even though they don't have the kid menu, we asked for and they made an hamburger for my daughter (it was a very kind gesture). We had some Christmas drink (good and funny), hamburger, the house roll, and the corn risotto. Every was pretty good, a little bit expensive compared to other places but it was fine with us. The service was fine too. read more

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Loved the location, food and service. Did not love the seating and ambiance. I will say that it was acceptable just not my favorite vibe for an outdoor only space. Next time I will go inside to the Vault stake house! The food was just delicious, I was pleasantly surprised. All the items we ordered were about a 4-4.5/ 5! I will recommend this sophisticated, yet pedestrian restaurant to folks! Give it a try and see the food was pretty yummy. read more

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Beautiful hidden gem for light bites and a vibrant atmosphere. The service was excellent from start to finish. I ordered the english pea risotto and took my server's recommendation to pair it with the Sancerre. Together, the flavors worked together to balance the weight of the sauce with the brightness of the wine. There is a variety of seating from traditional tables, to lounge seating, as well as bar seating. It is outdoors on the plaza level but there are plenty of heaters. Tip: They validate parking ($17 dollars for the garage after validation) Overall, i'll be back again to try the seasonal cocktails read more

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Sweet potato dumplings were insanely delicious. Would go back just for that. Lunch burger was fine, nothing special.

I loved all the holiday charm & decoration, cool outdoor space with comfortable couches & also tables. The staff were nice & friendly. The drinks were good, and the oysters were fantastic. read more

The Vault Garden - Oysters - yum - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great drinks & ambiance! Service was great. Go! Go! Go! It's a bit chilly. It they have heat lamps.

customer service slow as hell. waited over an hour to get my food. Serves walked over multiple times but still didn't get my food.

I made it here for lunch today on the last day of Restaurant Week. I've been past this building many times but didn't realize there was a restaurant on the patio. My reservation was for shortly after they opened and the host quickly checked me in and got me seated. It wasn't super cold, but they had the heaters going which was nice. The staff was great at checking in with me and it didn't take too long for my food to come out after I placed my order. Caesar salad: I went with this over the soup as some of the comments called it "the best Caesar salad ever". I didn't find that to be the case, but it was good. I would have loved a bit more salad distribution on the lettuce but that's my personal taste. Burger & fries: fries were delicious and crispy. The burger was really good and not messy, which I appreciate. I understand their kitchen is a block away so I think the plate lost some heat in transit, but it was still enjoyable. I had a nice experience and would definitely return. read more

The Vault Garden - Caesar salad - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Everything about this place was splendid from the service to the drinks to the food. We had a prefixed meal but it didn't feel like one. The prime rib was cooked to perfection layered on a mashed potato and spinach bedding. We had an assortment of cheeses, crackers that were just absolutely amazing. I couldn't get enough. The wine choices, and the full bar choices were exceptional as well. read more

Came here with a group on Friday night and it was a little difficult to find. If you come from the ground level, you have to go up the escalators and out the door to the plaza. Service was pretty good and they were attentive throughout. It's definitely more of an upscale bar vibe than a dinner place as there aren't that many options for food. I ended up getting the burger and a NA cocktail. Loved the NA cocktail - strong hibiscus flavor. Burger was fine. Nothing to wow about. Would come here again for happy hour if in the area. read more

The Vault Garden - The Vault Burger - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Writing this review bc the service was great-- we were in the midst of our dinner when a private party tried to commandeer the dining space we were in for a high-energy business meeting (complete with applause, yelling, and loudly announced sales numbers). Staff quickly recognized what was going on and did their best to restore the area to the serene environment that it was designed to be. Also loved the sweet potato/caviar dumplings! read more

TIP: feel free to park your car in the garage, you can get a parking voucher by dining here. The decor is very cute and the holiday drinks are festive! Our server was friendly and attentive; he checked in on us often. I have to say though that the food was mid and quite pricey, but the decor and vibes made up for it. read more

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Came here recently the day before Xmas eve for a few cocktails with our friends. I ordered the lets get jolly drink and it came with barely anything in the glass. The drinks were nothing special, just pricey, After we said that we didn't want to order more cocktails our server didn't come back to check on us and we were trying to flag him down for the check but it took a while as he didn't come back. Had to ask the bus boy to bring the check. The decorations were ok, we sat in a regular table and didn't have much decor. The lounge areas were the ones that seemed more comfy and decorated for Christmas. read more

The Vault Garden - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

When we arrived, the restaurant had just opened, and things seemed a bit disorganized. The venue itself is convenient for those nearby, and I appreciate that there is an outdoor option, although most of it is still fairly enclosed which doesn't allow for the airflow I would feel comfortable with if it were fully occupied. The food was good, and had decent portions. read more

The Vault Garden - Corn Risotto - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here for a drink after work with my girlfriends! We were able to sit on one of the couches! Everywhere was decorated with the holiday spirit and they even had a whole list of holiday cocktails. We ordered the Brussel sprouts which were super good too! No happy hour available! read more

The Vault Garden - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

This review is for the Vault Steakhouse, not the Garden. Really a nice setting and surroundings. Staff was very pleasant and accommodating. Tater tot appetizer was recommended so we ordered. It was honestly a little weird ( who has had tater tots with caviar) but OK. The crab dip was pretty good. Party ordered 4 filets and 2 salmon. Sides of mashed potatoes, creamed spinach and mushrooms. Mushrooms were great. Spinach pretty good. Mashed potatoes are not my thing. Issue was that I ordered my filet rare and what I was served was more like medium to medium well. When the server asked how our food was, she did not wait for my practiced reply. I left the meat cut open and visible but she did not return ( and honestly since I had just flown in from the east coast I was starving). I surreptitiously viewed the other steaks at the table and observed that they were all pinker than mine. (Everyone else had ordered MR or M). I think they mixed up 2 of our filets. Honestly it was still very good, just a bit dry for my taste. Beignets for dessert were the best I've had outside New Orleans. Hugh marks overall except for my steak. read more

Wanted a cocktail and to sit outside-this place met both needs. The bartender made great cocktails. Where there is enough alcohol in them, without losing the flavors in the drink, you have to sip them. Forcing you to take your time and enjoy sitting outside. I came around brunch time on a weekend. It was practically deserted so picking my choice of seat was nice. There were lots of tables to choose from and they had outdoor couches and chairs. Since I was there, I ordered shishito peppers. I would have loved a charcuterie board but the option was not on their brunch menu. The peppers were good although I don't think I was a fan of the sauce or cheese globs they put on them. Overall, a great place to go for a cocktail and to be outside. read more

The Vault Garden - Shishito Peppers - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The ambience of this place was great. The price and the taste was good. And of course the drinks are over price. Here is my scoring card for this restaurant: 1) Location: ( 5 Point ) - Great location for customer to see and find. Great parking for street parking and underground parking lot parking. 2) Decoration : ( 3 Point) - They still have the original decoration. Clean. 3) Price: ( 3 point)- The price is competitive but still a little bit pricey compare to other same stars and type food they serve 4) Quality and Taste : ( 3 point)- The quality is ok, food taste is good and portions are below average . ( must be inflation ) 5) Type of cuisine standard : ( 4 point) - The style of American continental they serve is pretty close to the way it was prepare in California. Not bad! But some dishes did have slightly modify to cater the customer's need Overall it's not bad and I thinks it's great to give it a try and let me know what you think. Go foodies Total max is 25 Score 18 Stars = 72% round up to 3 stars read more

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Literally had one week to plan a last min Bday dinner & couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. I was able to make a reservation and book a lounge area for my party. Lee Ann helped me plan the party platters I wanted to order and was super quick to answer all of my questions . She literally went above and beyond to make this event perfect. Loved the ease of communication & fast response time. Loved that this venue was super festive & was decorated with holiday decorations ! The whole placed looked amazing and had a huge Christmas tree outside. I love the holiday vibes and the ambiance was immaculate. The lounge area was pretty spacious. It was a little cold since we were super close to the front but the heaters helped out a lot . For the platters we had the shrimp cocktail , Chicken sliders, Wild mushroom arancini & Caprese. My favorite would have to be the arancini . It was an Italian rice ball filled with cheese and mushrooms. It was pretty delicious. The drinks were good but on the pricey side. Overall , I'm super glad I booked last minute at the vault garden . Lee Ann you're the best & thanks a ton for all of your help and also getting my the tape ! You're a life saver ! Thanks for making this booking super stress free. read more

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Excellent food. Amazing drinks. Perfect service. I would highly recommend to anyone wanting an amazing steak great atmosphere and caring staff. read more

Went here a couple weekends ago. I will say they fully embrace the holidays vibe and definitely recommend coming here for a holiday drink. They have fun holiday cocktails to try with some delicious apps. However sitting here for dinner is very cold and wouldn't recommend. Staff was great but just too cold to sit and have a dinner. read more