5/5 Environment and good vibes. Traverse food court area was amazing in interior design and space. Well managed with great staffs too. Public restrooms on ground floor were sparkling clean. Great first impression. 5/5 food selections. Bar area was very cozy with gorgeous views all around. 3.7-4/5 for food flavors/taste. They actually have people wiping down chairs/tables and clearing tables for you. You can order at the cafe place or the Omakase World Market where I ordered at kiosk and waited for my order number. Grab your own condiments. Food was ready fast. Very organized. I drank the organic coconut water $4, had the $6 big chocolate walnut cookie, and $18 chicken sandwich. I think the chicken sandwich was overpriced even when it was listed as $16. Portion size was smaller than expected for this price. It tasted ok, but I've had much better elsewhere. The cool thing about the place is plenty of beautiful spots to sit. Menu variety included pizzas, dumplings, and other sandwich items. Convenient for working class folks around here. There's also beautiful couches and tables by the bar area which also included a pool table, great for relaxation in back. You can see tall buildings/landscape all around. Good place for meetups/work/study/break time. Management has really invested in the place. I hope they open more food places inside. It's a hidden gem for sure. No, they don't open on weekends. read more

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Got a chance to check out the Bar & Lounge-- had a drink, got some work done on our computers, and ate some snacks on a Friday at around 3pm! The food was really good. The sliders had this amazing sauce and the patty was cooked perfectly. The crispy broccoli was good but was a slightly bit oily. Wish it was cooked in an air fryer instead. The ambience was sooooo nice. Everything is spacious and makes you feel like you can relax and get somethings done. It's quiet and the bathrooms are clean. The service was good. You order at the bar, and everyone is super friendly and kind. There's also pool and mini basketball arcade games and things like that to enjoy! read more

Traverse - Crispy broccoli - Bars Near Me - South San Francisco, California

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We were pleasantly surprised with this place. There is a nice variety of foods available here. The overall ambiance is nice, with several somewhat private places to conduct business meeting. There is a pool table and other tabletop shuffle board. Service was great. Orders can be placed at any number of touchscreen kiosks. When your order is ready you will get a text. Sit anywhere. We definitely need to explore having our admin meeting here next time. Definitely will be back. read more

Traverse - Coffee Bar Menu - Bars Near Me - South San Francisco, California

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For food being served as a workplace cafeteria, I give this 3.5 stars. I visited Traverse as park of an interview so my meal was comped. But, I would be upset to have paid $20+ for this bland miso black cod dish. The rice and vegetables were lacking any flavor at all. The black cod didn't taste like miso at all. It was all very bland and one note. Having black cod as an option put Traverse above other food establishments in the area, but that's a low bar. Overall, Traverse would be a nice place to have lunch, but I would go elsewhere in Gateway for food! read more

Traverse - Bars Near Me - South San Francisco, California

Hidden gem in corporate america! It feels like being in the office but way less crowded. Pretty empty on a Wed lunch. Most people get it to-go. Tons of really nice seating with great views of greens and biotech corporations. It was such a nice place to work! Quiet music, great place to focus. I had Tandoori Chicken plate. The chicken was tender, not too spiced, lots of meat. I loved the gobi matar (cauliflower and peas veggies) savory and slightly sweet. Grilled flatbread was a really good addition with the veggies. Free parking for three hours in the underground lot which is huge in this area. There's really no parking around here unless you actually work here! read more

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This place is great!! Super friendly staff, lots of space, great location and they have karaoke!! I hosted a private event here and I will definitely be back!! Joanie was so easy to work with and the event was great! read more

Traverse - Private event space - Bars Near Me - South San Francisco, California

In the corporate SSF land where many think of a corporate lunch as "Foundry & Lux" comes your best replacement option - Traverse! Came here on a work team lunch today for the 4th time and decided to drop a review. This place is nicely located amongst large corporate buildings in the Gateway, has easy order-ahead options, and has a very clean look befitting that of the area. Most importantly - great & creative foods! Their main charm is in the Asian Fusion options, and includes interesting options like "Tikka Masala Pizza", "Vegan Gyro", "Hoisin Beef Banh Mi", etc. Which were all surprisingly good for the type of establishment. Word of warning though - Traverse deserves the 5 stars for the combination of vibes and food quality in the area (relative to other restaurants), but it will feel less bang for buck if you compare it to restaurants in non-business areas. Their bar food is also very nice if you come for happy hour - especially their wings & tater tots! Would definitely come back here again with co-workers and clients alike :) read more

I love this palace! It's Ssf's best kept secret. I love going here for happy hour. There is not a lot of people and a great place to hang out and do work as it is not too loud. We liked the pretzel and the beer selection. Sitting outside or inside is so nice. It does not feel like you are in ssf :) read more

I was really loving this spot for Happy Hour, and then I tried their breakfast and lunch and was so thrilled. Without even mentioning the food, this space is so beautiful and clean. We usually opt to sit inside, despite the fact that they have a really great outdoor seating option. Happy Hour is a blast, we especially love trivia nights. My friends and I love to share The Friends' Fry Bar and the pretzel bites. The drinks are inventive and delicious and not outrageously priced like you can find at other places in SSF. Lunch is fresh, delicious, and QUICK which are things that typically do NOT go together. My go-to here has been the Rainbow Salad and I usually add a protein to it. I dream about that salad. Service is amazing, all of the staff are so friendly and they really make an effort to get to know everyone that's coming in. It's so refreshing to experience! We've been looking into spaces to host our holiday parties and Traverse is at the top of our list! read more

Located nicely behind the new Abbvie building in SSF across the cove. So happy that my friend brought up this place. There is finally another good option besides the overpriced foundry and lux at the cove. Similar to foundry and lux, you can order the food ahead of time. There is a big seating around for you to enjoy your lunch after. Feeling is a little similar to foundry. Food here is a priced fair. There are healthy options that you can opt in. I had some salad with chicken and tofu. It was pretty good with nice crunch from walnuts. I ordered my food ahead of time and didn't have much service. Can't comment on that. My friend ordered his and when food is ready they would call your name. It was good Parking could be a bit far in one of the two parking garages. But I found the walking part to be healthy. Will definitely revisit! read more

The environment is great and the food is very healthy,people are friendly and good service

This bar inside an office building offers a short menu of bites, entrees, cocktails, beers and wines. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3pm to 5pm. I got a glass of house white for $8. Soft pretzel (check-in offer) was hot, crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. There was a cheesy beer dip that tasted good but was crazy salty. I'd get it again though! The space is nicely designed but feels somewhat sterile. Friday afternoon it was very empty and the only patrons were clearly office workers coming from upstairs. Place could do with some music to make the scene livelier. I'd come here for the happy hour and not for the ambiance. Last thing: I thought it was funny how the bartender was very quick to offer me a taste of the house wines... and then proceeded to pour me the tiniest baby sips of each. I didn't ask for a taste and just said yes when he offered. Literally a thimbleful. read more

Traverse - House wine ($8 during happy hour) and pretzel. Happy hour 3-5p Mon -Fri - Bars Near Me - South San Francisco, California

If you're looking to grab a drink for happy hour or get some really good tater tots. I absolutely recommend this place. The service is always nice and friendly. The place is spacious and less crowded compared to other places around the area. You can actually hear the people you're with and have a conversation. Great place to unwind after a workday. read more

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Small little bar/restaurant located in the recently built Amgen/Abbvie building. Caters to the biotech folks with a full bar, modern aesthetic and a lounge like vibe. The value on their menu is missing with many drinks more expensive than most bars, even for some upscale San Francisco neighborhoods. Mainly for people coming off of work in the area since hours are limited. Nice place to relax and even do remote work but could be only a drink before they close for the day read more

Traverse - Outdoor patio - Bars Near Me - South San Francisco, California

I came with my husband for a drink and my go-to cocktail is a Paper Plane, very standard classic cocktail with equal parts. I've never had a more out of balanced cocktail in my life and it even had honey which I found preposterous. It was also served down in a rocks glass and not up in a coupe. This place needs to train their bartenders better or at least teach them to not mess with a classic especially when that's what we came for. read more

Very delightful atmosphere and staff! Felt so welcomed coming in and they made my day as a first timer. Highly recommend!Soft Pretzel

By far the best work bar around. The ambiance is fantastic, the staff is very welcoming and accommodating. The drinks are within reason for a cocktail lounge in this area. The drinks are great and made with fresh ingredients everyday ( puree, fresh squeezed juice ). This place is a vibe and you should definitely check it out sometime. read more

I just did a sake event and it was so good. Joanie is great and made the experience even better. Can't wait for more events like this. read more

Very eclectic! Nice place! This place made me feel like I was in a Westworld movie set. Im surprised this place isn't opened later hours for more customers to come in, but it is what it is. I had their old fashion which was delicious. Surprisingly their tater tots was delicious. Definitely coming back here for the vibes. read more

Good food and convienent to the Gateway customer sites. Not your average setup; a little confusing to get started but all turned out great.

These are some of the new items on the menu! They are all so delicious! Traverse is such a great location for both lunch and happy hour with coworkers, especially on Wednesdays, when they have live music! The staff is very helpful and provides great recommendations on their menu! read more

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My third time eating here. The Food Hall has excellent, healthy, filling and diverse selections. My only neg is the 2pm closing time - i wish they were open until 2:30p, I'd certainly eat there more often. I had the Chicken Verde Soup today - yummers! The soups are particularly hearty and adding a sandwich might be a bit much unless you're really hungry! I LUV this space/venue - I wholeheartedly agree with other reviewers this a perfect place for workmate get togethers - before work coffee, after work drinks, brainstorming sessions - it has lots of cozy spots, some gaming areas, a outdoor lounge (no smoking!) - a great place to hang, if the food court could be open just a little longer... read more

This place has such good drinks, food, and service. Joanie is awesome and the best bartender! My favorite cocktail here is the South City Sunset. This place is perfect, not only if you're looking for a quiet place to work remote, but also if you're looking for a Friday happy hour spot! There's a pool table, a few tv screens, and plenty of bar seating. Also, they have a nice outdoor seating area with a firepit and a nice gazebo area for those warmer summer days in the city. This is definitely the spot to hangout after work and I would highly recommend you bringing your coworkers/friends here! read more

One of the strangest experiences ever! Came in 10 minutes before happy hour started so I told the bartender I can wait to order. When it was time, I l ordered 2 glasses of wine and some bar nuts. I noticed my receipt had the happy hour price for the nuts but not the wine. When I kindly asked the bartender about it he said my friend ordered a wine off the regular menu which was a lie! I was sitting right next to her and she wasn't even looking at the regular menu. He just wanted to make extra money because no one else was in here! And after waiting forever for the nuts, it was a small bowel of crushed Chex mix that was really salty and sweet. Very unappetizing snack that made me feel sick. A really bad place to come to with this kind of service. read more

Great vibe and people! Highly recommend it if you need a place to get work done with a team.

This is my go to spot after work. With a rotating tap and seasonal cocktails you can't go wrong. My favorite day to go is Wednesday's since they have live music by a variety of artists. Alex and Luis are amazing bartenders and always make me feel welcome. Cheers! read more

Traverse is the new go-to spot for my colleagues and I. This massive venue has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, complimented with a well-curated food and drink menu. Their house burger is by far one of the best burgers I've had in the area. The bar manager, Joanie, and her team are always accommodating to my group, immensely attentive, and very friendly & engaging. This is a hidden gem in SSF worth visiting! read more

The bar environment itself is very beautiful. Very large building with shaded outdoor and indoor seating with AC. Live music on Wednesday. Hospitable staff. Good bar food and drinks. Clean and tidy building. And a CLEAN bathroom. Overall a good drinking environment for friends and family with alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. read more

The Traverse experience is unparalleled in their customer service, experience, and satisfaction. From delicious drinks and cuisine to the phenomenal customer service provided by the entire Traverse team. You are in for a one of a kind experience every time you seek to experience what Traverse has to offer. My favorites are the burger, tots, and the Smoking Gun! Highly recommended read more

Traverse is the best place for drinks after a long, stressful day at work! Great happy hour specials on snacks and drinks. The bar staff is so friendly and take time to get to know their customers. The environment is comfy and cozy. They do many special events like trivia and wine nights. Highly recommend!! read more

Traverse has the worst ramen that I have tasted. The miso ramen soup was so bland/no salt and the noodles were not fully cooked. It felt like I was eating noodles nasty mixed with water - just with water would actually be better. It tasted like ramen that is cooked by someone who has never tasted ramen before. They should work on improving the ramen. Very disappointing! read more

Pricey and slow. But you get a nice big area to hang out. It's not the hidden gem it once was :(

This place is almost comical it's so bad. Every time I order food it is wrong. Not just occasionally, EVERY time. I understand that we all make mistakes, but this is pathetic. read more

I've been coming here for about a year now, and everyone here is extremely friendly. Joanie is by far one of the best smiles I've come across. She is extremely professional, welcoming and knowledgable. Anytime I come in for lunch she always gives a delicious recommendation and the food always comes out quickly! They also have some great drinks at their bar like the smoking gun! Highly recommend checking this place out! read more

The staff here are great, unfortunately the food not so much. The only thing worth trying is the hamburger, the pizzas, soups, salads, paninis, all horrible. Most of the meats are over cooked and dry, salads are over dressed. Bottom line, don't bother with this place. read more