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    Tommy's Joynt

    3.8 (3.3k reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars, Salad
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Bbq brisket, mashed potatoes and baked beans (Dinner Plate Slim 5oz meat portion)
    Ally Y.

    SUCH A COOL SPOT!! Legit spot with no extra frills. Super reasonable prices for delicious food and generous portions, wide selection of both food and beers, and LOVED the decor in the place - so many cool finds hanging from the ceiling and domestic and international beer signage from around the world! I'll be back and bring more friends!!

    BBQ Beef Sandwich
    Anthony W.

    Great place to come after a drunken night. We came here recently after a couple bars and man is this place nice. First I live how homey the inside is. If I remember right my friends told me this place has a lot of history. This particular night I ordered the BBQ Sandwich. It was good but I was jealous of my girls Beef Brisket. I feel like you get a ton of food when you go the dinner plate route. Lots of flavor from the juice/sauce and the meat was perfectly tender. I really wanna come back and try it sometime when Im not completely messed up haha

    So much choice, so much good food!
    Jennifer O.

    It's a really good thing those Vuori joggers have an elastic waistband because today, my teen son met his Waterloo. The quality, the quantity, the delectably carved deliciousness of BEEF. Yeah, he opted for "double" meat and he ate all of it including the sides. It easily could have fed a family of 4. Mind you, if you were in the pool 3 hours a day for a swim team, then in the gym lifting weights and on the rowing machine and treadmill you too could eat like this. For the rest of us mortals like me, I had the corned beef and rice, delicious. I didn't care for the stuffing though it's the owner's Turkish recipe. The service was amazing, they offered my son extra food if he wanted it -maybe they were simply amazed- and were all around perfect hosts in this great eatery. Fancy, it's not, it's a place to get home cooked food at a great price. I leaned into the dark, cozy Hofbrau atmosphere. Want a great roast beef sandwich au jus, got you covered. Want turkey dinner or lamb shank- maybe you're in the mood for some brisket? Mashers, rice? How about lasagna? It's a carnivore's dream and Tommy's Joynt's been servin' it up since the 40s. While dining, my son sent out the signal and some choice photos to his friends on the 'Gram. They're ALL coming! Keep it comin', we'll be back. Lots of flatscreen TVs, choice beers and full bar for Game Day or whatever holiday or day of the week you might be celebrating!

    Sampler plate
    Fiona T.

    I came in for lunch with a friend. You order with the person behind the counter and pay at the end of the line. They also had slices of cakes for sale. We shared the $26 Jack Tar Special sampler plate which comes with 2 oz of each meat and 2 sides. The meats were okay. The flavor could have been better. The brisket is very tender. It was breaking as I was trying to pick it up with my fork. The macaroni salad was also okay. I didn't like the turkey stuffing.

    Theresa P.

    Behind the counter, they have slow-smoked meats like beef brisket, corned beef, pastrami, turkey, and ham. There's also spaghetti and meatballs if you want pasta. It's cafeteria-style where you pick out your food choices and they serve your plate on a tray as you move it along the counter and then pay when you get to the end. The tables are first come first serve and there aren't any waiters so if you need something you get up and get it. There's a full bar for libations and TV screens broadcasting the latest games.

    Menu (1/10/26)
    Hong N.

    Liked going here! The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful :) Cool exterior and interior with all of the retro decor and dark lighting. Got a roast beef sandwich for ~$10. For the sandwiches, the bread size is the same, you're paying more or less for how much meat you want. Sandwich is just beef, what sauce you want, and I got au jus too. Its simple but I liked it! Au jus had great flavor and its a lot of meat on bread. Would recommend going here for the no frills experience :)

    Gregg R.

    This is a real piece of San Francisco. Tucked away on Van Ness street, is Tommy's Joynt. You order from the carver who hand prepares the sandwiches and plates right in front of you kinda cafeteria style. Alcohol is served across the room from the bar. My recommendation is the hot pastrami dipped, super delicious. Super cool interior, and it takes you back to an old school time. Looks like the place has not been updated for 3 decades, and that's the fun part. Go check it out.

    EL D.

    Been here a few times recently and many times from the 90s to the late 2000s. Food is decent and home style. Turkey sloppy Joe was tasty, spaghetti and meatballs were okay. Don't think you'll get al dente pasta here though. Walked by on a recent Sunday saw their $6 Bloody Mary sign on their window. Went inside and the bartender was as enthusiastic as someone trying to get out of jury duty. Served Bloody Marys in a glass meant for Irish Coffees with no garnish.

    Theresa R.

    In a world where trendy is the norm, it's refreshing to walk in and get something you're craving without a lot of fanfare. Tommy's delivers this and a sense of comfort along with a beer collection to browse. I came in and read the familiar menu, recognizable from my years as a kid coming here with my folks, after seeing a show. Wow! Talk about nostalgia! I ordered the roast beef sandwich with horseradish and a side of aujus to dip my bread in. Perfect. Thank you Tommy's for being a rare institution in a city of constant change!

    Phil N.

    Tommy's Joint is a SF Institution of sorts, first opened in 1947. The decor shows this. Nostalgic pictures on the walls, smoke stained from a previous era. A dusty fascinating time capsule. The service: Its a Hofbrau. An endangered species . I am pretty sure the guys working there are same guys as 30 years ago. They are not going to charm you. They are also not going to upsell you, so that's good. The Food: Typical hofbrau fare. Turkey, corned beef, pastrami, the usual with all the expected sides. Some unexpected things like buffalo stew. We had the juicy pastrami sandwich with was excellent with the addition of swiss cheese and kraut on rye for a near as possible homage to reuben. This was $28 dressed out although could have made other decisions and got it for $15. The Buffalo Chili was great. Except its cost at $38 bucks was puzzling. My advice: Go in for a sandwich. 4 or 6 oz and you will be full. Keep it simple. They have a great old school bar with tons of local craft beers for $7 and a great irish coffee for $8. We took our trays to the bar and each downed 3 irish coffees. Too easy.

    No bueno ,,, Baked beans today were rough and husky ... GREAT FLAVOR THOUGH !!
    Mika B.

    Well The place apparently been around for many years... Today ,,, 2025 there here ... I had Beef brisket,,, No flavor , very bland . It came with my choice of mashed potatoes and gravy ( a lil above fair )and a bowl of baked beans with an obvious amount of huskiness ( tough husk on them beans / hard /great flavor though , slightly smoky . My partner had pastrami ( taste great ) EXCELLENT w/ a three bean salad ( sucked ) all accompanied w/ an average dinner roll . Overall, It's a nice SF experience at a great location on Geary & VanNess. Food was fair . I'd come back another time to see if those baked beans and three bean salad have any improvement ( Hope So )! Not Bad ...

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    Kay O.

    Small world, my friend was just talking about Harry's Hoffbrau and how there isn't one around here anymore but up in the city they have Tommy's joint! Lol it's similar to Harry's Hoff Hoffbrau's set up! When you first walk in, it looks like a typical older tavern style bar, and there are tables that are open as well as a bar along the back wall and off to the right hand side is where you ask the chef what pieces he can cut for you. The menu is all on the wall behind him and you can pick your sides. Prices were pretty cheap considering inflation is ridiculous currently with meat prices. Everything in the economy now, but perhaps they've gone up since then, but I wasn't a patron back then, so I don't know. Hee. Even though it was the end of the evening, the turkey I got was a huge serving, and I got mashed potatoes and coleslaw. The coleslaw was rather sweet to me, so I wish I had some red pepper flakes to spice it up a bit. But next time. Overall, I was incredibly stuffed after my turkey serving and the mashed potatoes with the side. I never ate my roll, but it looked really good!! I can't to come back and try something else here again.

    Carlene W.

    If you're not popping into Tommy's, either for a drink or their very popular sandwiches, you're doing something wrong. This hole in the wall calls you in with the nearest, old school exterior, only to hit you in the face like an antique market treasure trove. What really makes the ambiance though are the workers, we loved the bartender, and the guys working the sandwich shop were no fuss. They have so many beers to choose from, so don't go in here for your usual, try something international. It's definitely a great place to chill, there was a lot to look at for the kid, and us adults were happy with sports on tv and a chill drink.

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    Such a great lunch at Tommy's Joynt. Loved the corned beef sandwich with broccoli and mashed potatoes and gravy. Such a cool place!

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    Ask the Community - Tommy's Joynt

    Do you need to show proof of vaccination?

    No you don't

    Are they currently open?

    YES!!!! Went there today and they are open! Said they just reopened on 3/11/21.

    Are they open now? Says they deliver thru Uber Eats. Too far for delivery. Can't get an answer on phone. Thanks.

    OPENING OCTOBER 29TH!! IN-DOOR seating and TO-GO starting October 29th. Masks must always be on,… Read more

    Is there parking?

    San Francisco is not an easy place to find parking. I'd suggest Uber or Lyft.

    Can all ages get in here?

    Yes

    Is there on site parking? If not where is it best to park?

    They have lots of parking on streets and in the garage next door,across the street

    Do they accept Apple Pay?

    I was there last night and they took a credit card. No Apple cash though.

    Are you very busy tonight with the super bowl going on?

    Who cares?

    Is Tommys Joynt open on Christmas Day?

    Tommy's Joynt is open 364 days a year and closed, unfortunately, on Christmas Day.

    How late do they serve hot food?

    I believe its very late. I went at 2/3am and got hot food. It was also very delicious.

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    3.9(963 reviews)
    4.1 miWest Portal

    Once you pop the fun dont stop! I can't believe I've never been here. It could be the fact that…read moreit's incredibly challenging to get a reservation or sit at the bar, but I think that's indicative of how good this place is. Ambiance is off the charts: 100/10 - perfect for a date, birthday, family brunch, anything. So beautiful. Food doesn't disappoint either. The guacamole is $19 but is the entire bowl. Like 20 servings so worth it and great value. 1. Chicken tamale 10/10 2. Chile relleno 5/10 3. Fish tacos - deep fried 10/10 4. Dungeness crab enchiladas 8/10 5. Elote 9/10 6. Queso with chorizo 10/10 They also serve you hefty portions of salsa with your chips and that's the kind of ratio I'm looking for in life.

    This restaurant is gorgeous: incredibly spacious with high ceilings and an atmosphere that feels…read morelike dining on a ritzy outdoor patio. The open layout and elegant design make the whole experience feel luxurious and special. The service was also very attentive and friendly, which added to the overall experience. What was ordered: Calamari Fritos: If there's calamari on the menu, 100% I'm going to order it. If a restaurant can't batter or deep fried squids right, then you know something is wrong. Fortunately, it did not disappoint. So delicious. Combination Platter Enchilada and House tamales: Not worth the price. Just skip it. Dish lacks favor. Esquites: Not worth the price. Just skip it. Very bland. Crispy shredded beef taquitos: Not worth the price. Just skip it. There was no favor. Even the queso on top was favorless. Price: It's very expensive for bland Mexican food Parking: Decent. We came after 5:30pm and we did drive around a few times to find parking. Side note: We waited a month to eat here and was sooo disappointed. It wasn't bad but not worth the money or the wait. The flavors were just average and didn't justify the expensive prices. At this point, you're paying more for the ambiance, photos, service than the actual quality of the dishes.

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    Original Joe's

    4.1(2.6k reviews)
    1.2 miNorth Beach/Telegraph Hill
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    I love original joes. When I say love I mean I go here almost every month with my friends, family,…read moreneighbors etc. Amazing service, amazing food. The ambiance is increíble. Dim lights, beautiful atmosphere. I came with a large party and our server, Mehdi, was amazing and attentive. We had an issue with our food and no questions he said he will request a new one immediately. Did not wait 1 hour to get our dish, he came back 30 minutes with a new plate. Always refilling our drinks asking how we are doing. Amazing. If I ever have kids they will most definitely be coming here.

    Busy busy busy but I don't think this establishment even cares about patrons. Our Mothers Day…read morecelebration started with brunch at Origials Joe with much disappointment. Drinks came fast - 1 star. Calamari was good the other star. After an hour waiting for our food, we figured we are done. Other parties after us got served and here we are still waiting. Our server said oh the kitchen is busy. Oh no! Breaking news I can see that. However, after I pointed out other tables after us have been served, it was evident that there's chaos in their process. I also have been told the manager will come to talk to us... but to no avail. Even the manager is busy! hey we got the only dish we liked comped! And they even forgot one appetizer. Not going back.

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    Gott's Roadside - Double Bacon Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger, Green Chile Cheeseburger

    Gott's Roadside

    3.9(261 reviews)
    2.2 miMission Bay
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    It was a nice day to be in Mission Bay Area as the sun was out after a few days of rain. I stopped…read moreby UCSF PCMB to visit my additional coworkers. We decided to go to lunch at Gott's Roadside. It is my "go-to" spot when I am near the Chase Center! I love their big menus, the "big wordings", colorful deco, and there are lots of seatings in the inside/outside. I always order my usual, the Cali chicken without red onions and Jack cheese. I find it more healthier than the gourmet burgers that they have on the menu. The staff are always welcoming and friendly. They take their time to explain their menu and special. Their all gender bathrooms are always clean and the communal handwashing station are outside of the bathrooms. If you're ever in the Mission Bay Area and thinking of a gourmet burgers and fries or want a quick bite before going to a Warriors game/concert at the Chase Center, don't forget to stop by Gott's Roadside! Pro tip: Order online on their website or on major those food delivery apps for pick up to skip the crazy long lines during game days.

    Good customer service. They helped me with questions about the menu…read more My pesto provolone chicken Sanwhich was really good. Crunchy. Strawberry lemonade was really good too. My husband liked his burger as well. Not so much on the chili though, but still edible. Prolly won't get that next time. Spacious area. Lots of seating. Great place to come to before attending an event at Chase Center

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    Causwells - Americana Burger

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    4.1(1.2k reviews)
    1.5 miMarina/Cow Hollow
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    The Marina/cow hollow area in SF, gives off small college town vibes!…read more The streets are lined with a variety of different restaurants, shops, and so many places to explore. Causwells is one of the restaurants definitely worth exploring. First off, everyone on staff is so incredibly kind, generous, and welcoming, you'll never want to leave. There is a small bar area immediately to your left when you walk into this intimate feeling Restaurant. The bartender makes you feel like you're walking into chairs. Yes he's busy, but he acknowledges customers walking in. Very cool! We were immediately seated, and while the tables are on the smaller side and fairly close to one another, it's still created a very cozy experience. They have a nice menu that with a variety of items. The people seated next to us were enjoying the salmon and it looked absolutely delicious. We went for the burgers, because it's one of their must try items on the menu. It's a Smashburger with gooey cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and this delicious deliciously soft tasty bun. Diners tip: the burger comes with onions, and we both asked for them to be grilled. This is definitely the way to go. The burger is very generous in size, snd delicious. Perfectly seasoned, well-made, and it is that taste sensation that we all crave when eating a burger. The fries were tasty and lightly seasoned, and if you can get through the entire burger and the fries, you get a gold star. I did my usual two bites and I was done and yes, I took the rest home with me. This is a great restaurant and definitely should be on your list of places to try!

    Excellent people-watching seating outside in a well covered parklet. We stopped by just before 5pm…read moreon a Tuesday and were easily seated. Empty inside, but patio seating filled in. Have a small happy hour 3-5pm. Pros: - Food is decent. Burger was a strong 4/5 (though i asked for my onions grilled, and they were sadly raw and difficult to pull off). Salad with sunchokes and citrus was a nice bit of roughage, nice bitterness in the lettuces. - Banana bread 'grilled cheese' is an epiphany. Must try. - Cocktails were fun & IGworthy. - Vibes & location feel so perfect on a sunny afternoon. Cons: - 1 bathroom stall, can only imagine how rough this gets when during a busy dinner service. - Service was friendly, but often multiple asks for the same item, and long waits between check ins. Overall, a decent spot in an area flush with choice. Probably more of a 3.5 than a 4, but well round up here!

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