Ambiance 5/5 Vibe 5/5 Dessert 100/5 Service 5/5 We just came here for dessert and it was so good!! It is a wine bar, but offers food and dessert as well. Def will come back for the dessert. read more

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Verjus is a wine bar - French bistro in Jackson Square neighborhood of San Francisco. It is owned by the folks behind Quince and Cotogna, so we had to give it a try. 4.5 on Google and 4.1 on Yelp. The place is very loud with lots of folks in the 20-40 range. The menu is up on the lite wall in French. The service was better than expected but the food not as good as we thought it would be. Portion sizes are on the small side. 6% surcharge. This is a great place if you like wine and want to have some food with it, not the other way around. Food Review: Pain et Beurre ($8) bread and butter was solid version quality wise. 8.5/10 Soupe de Melon ($16) had a ton of melon but not much meat. 7/10 Saucisse de Canard ($28) was okay but seemed more of a generic sausage lacking duck flavor. 7/10 Ribs de Boeuf ($39) did not have any ribs. Fairly bland meat that really needed the sauce. 8/10 Sorbet Peach was house made and fine. 8/10 Pain Perdue ($17) or French Toast was super sweet and really needs to be shared by 2 or more people. 7.5/10 Overall - Good Food - Very Good Decor - Very Good Service - Very Good Value - Fair Would we come back - No read more

Beautiful wine bar. I've wanted to come here for so long and finally got a reservation! Walking in seems chaotic so would definitely recommend getting a reservation. Loved the ambiance and lighting inside -- it's super moody and romantic; perfect for a date or girls night. The menu is in French but the staff are super helpful with all the questions we had. They also took the time to bring out wine samples for us to try. Service here is outstanding and everyone was very patient despite it being super busy. We tried the omelette au boursin, tarte a la tomate, and the pain perdu. The boursin omelette was super rich and creamy. The texture was amazing! Also loved the sweet and fresh tomatoes in the tarte (though it was pretty hard to share). The pain perdu was the star of the show. I would 100% go back just for that dessert. The bread is incredibly soft and the caramel sauce goes perfectly with the ice cream. This spot is pretty expensive (glasses of wine are $20+ and after tax/tip it was around $70pp to share 3 dishes) but a really nice spot for a celebration or special meal! read more

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Verjus feels like stepping into a charming French bistro, but with a distinctly modern San Francisco twist. The space strikes the perfect balance of cozy and elevated- intimate, effortlessly stylish, and the kind of place where you want to linger over every course. It's a wine bar at heart and they have an extensive, thoughtfully curated wine list. Sharing a bottle over dinner made the entire experience feel even more transportive- like spending an evening at a neighborhood bistro in Paris. Their staff are knowledgeable to help guide you to the perfect bottle! The food was incredible!! Every dish felt thoughtfully and beautifully executed, with classic French techniques presented in a way that felt fresh and contemporary rather than heavy and traditional. The flavors were refined, seasonal, and memorable from start to finish. Bread & butter - warm, crusty bread with a soft, fresh interior. simple perfection **Sausage- must order!! super moist and probably one of the best sausages I have had Poulet au Citron- chicken was moist, flavorful, sauce complimented it perfectly **Confit de canard - must order!! duck confit was perfect in every way from the crispy skin to the sauce...just wow **Omelette au Boursin - must order!! it was actually perfect, so simple yet well executed, creamy, rich & indulgent Pâté en croûte - great starter, pate is wrapped in a baked pastry dough Lamb croquete- rich, savory lamb ragu inside a crispy golden brown crust Salade de Vrilles - simple, fresh, light Couteaux - razor clams with meyer lemon, served ceviche style, fresh Whatever you do, save room for dessert because the Pain perdu is necessary to end the meal with. It's a decadent cross between French toast and creme brûlée with a vanilla bean ice cream on top. The service was welcoming, professional, and checked all my boxes. A truly fabulous dining experience, and I will absolutely be back on my next visit to SF! read more

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Props to the BOH... The Parisian bistro fare coming out of Verjus' kitchen is bomb with many remarkable dishes. I get the hype. And, the weather couldn't be more perfect for al fresco dining...warm (for the city's standards) with a gentle breeze. Sadly, poor hospitality marred our experience but more on that later. From the team behind Quince and Cotogna, Verjus has been on my list since the opened in 2019 but fell off my radar when they closed for 4 years during the pandemic. Recently, I saw they started Saturday lunch service so made rezzies (wide open availability). Weekday rezzies are harder to secure and are released 7 days in advance at midnight. Indoor and sidewalk seating available. While Verjus is a wine bar specializing in Euro wines, they have a pretty substantial bistro menu (in French with no ingredients listed) with rotating seasonal dishes and permanent staples like the pâté en croûte, omelette boursin, house-made sausages, and the pain perdu. 6% SF surcharge. F O O D * Thon Mariné: Tuna Crudo ($22): https://tinyurl.com/4j2ux43m Fresh, silky cuts of chutoro over mild zucchini mousse with a hit of bright acid. Solid palate opener. * Mousse de Foie de Volaille: Chicken Liver Mousse ($18): https://tinyurl.com/y2rf6zfr Rich, creamy and savory with a mildly sweet and nutty flavor (not metallic-y). Easily spreadable over the toasted brioche toast. While good, this wasn't a standout dish. * Caquelon d'Escargot: Snails w/ butter, garlic, parsley ($18): https://tinyurl.com/4r728yv8 One of the best renditions I've tried, the escargot was plump and meaty, swimming in a delicious garlic butter, a flavor bomb without being overwhelmingly so. Served with garlic toast that we tore off pieces and dunked them into every dimple of the pan to soak up every bit of that rich, saucy goodness. * Omelette au Boursin: French Omelette w/ Boursin cheese ($18): https://tinyurl.com/4huc8stt Perfectly done, the omelette was soft and delicate with a custardy center. The melty boursin cheese added a subtle tang. UGH, soooo good. * Saucisse Merguez: Lamb Sausage ($29): https://tinyurl.com/yezk6f5z The sausage was juicy with a snap, packed with flavor but not gamey. Earthy fennel seeds added depth, while the chewy sorghum and smoky harissa provided texture and warmth. Hearty and deliciously satisfying. * Confit de Canard: Duck Confit ($29): https://tinyurl.com/25tkw4ry Meltingly tender with a crisp skin, the duck leg was served over sweet corn kernels and blistered padrón peppers. A simple combination, but one that let the quality of the ingredients and careful execution shine. * Pain Perdu: French Toast ($17): https://tinyurl.com/2efafcc9 A much touted dessert, the pain perdu didn't disappoint. The housemade brioche is soaked in custard, then caramelized and served with caramel sauce and vanilla gelato. The contrast in textures is what makes it memorable: crisp edges give way to a creamy, custardy center, while the warm brioche and cold gelato nicely played off each other. IF French toast, bread pudding, and crème brûlée had a ménage à trois. GET IT! S E R V I C E From the jump, our server came across as unwelcoming, disinterested, and passive aggressive. When I brought up that we didn't receive two of the dishes we ordered (seems he forgot to place the order), he brushed it off and said, they were coming. I thought he was just having a bad day but his tone and demeanor toward other tables suggested otherwise. Later, two male staff members repeatedly passed by our table to assist neighboring tables but ignored me despite several attempts at eye contact. By that point, it was hard not to feel that we were being treated differently. Whether it came down to not ordering alkie (we can't drink wine) or something else (we were the only POC table outside), it's not a good feeling. The hostess was friendly throughout, and a kind gentleman (who I later learned was the GM), both stepped in when we needed help; ordering dessert, getting water refills, and paying the bill. The blonde server working inside, who brought us our bill was very sweet and thanked us for our visit. Had she been our server, this would be 5+ star review. A M B I A N C E Lively Parisian cave à mange vibes with an open kitchen. There's two indoor dining areas and five cafe tables in front. P A R K I N G Easy metered parking on Saturday, not on the weekdays tho. Overall, I loved the food at Verjus and thought they're putting out some of the best bisto fare I've had at a wine bar. It's a shame the service largely felt unwelcoming towards us and would keep me from returning. Not that it matters tho because Verjus is always poppin'! read more

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Wear your heels and bring minimal belongings, the tables are small and the aura is elegant. Our server was straight up fantastic, giving a thoughtful rundown of the menu, catering to our preferences, and staying perfectly attentive the entire meal. The wine brought over after we described our preferences was one of my favorites that I have ever had, truly. While everything was delicious, the standout dishes were the tomato tart, the French omelette, the pork chop according to my dining party, and the French toast dessert. The tomato tart makes you see tomatoes differently and wonder why yours don't quite taste like that.. fresh and rosy, but savory and sweet at the same time. The French omelette with caramelized onions was simple but wonderful. The blend was creamy and melted on your tongue. I was the type of omelette you eat slowly out of respect for the obvious craft within it. The French toast was something else completely. So drenched in sweetness it was almost caramelized. If you don't like French toast, don't worry this is NOT the French toast that you are thinking of - it's richer, deeper, not fluffy but saturated, and an insanely memorable experience in every bite read more

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Date night perfected. Packed house! We arrived right on time for our reservation, & were told that our table would be ready in just a few minutes. Naturally, we moseyed over to the bar to order 2 glasses of wine. It is a wine bar, after all. Despite being standing room only, a pleasant bartender took our order almost immediately. Quelle suprise! And then, our table was ready before we even got the wine. Superb. Superb accurately describes our experience to a T. Based on other reviews, we ordered the greatest hits. Bread & butter Omelette Sausage Duck confit Pain perdu Bread & butter...do it! What's French fare without bread? The omelette was perfect, like close your eyes & you're back in Paris perfect. The sausage was unbelievably good. That cheese in the center...ooh la la! I didn't even know I liked sausage this much, & I really like sausage! Duck confit is always an automatic order for me, & it did not disappoint. But, the standout performances on this stage were definitely the omelette & the sausage. Whatever you do, save room for dessert. We did, completely intentionally. Because...pain perdu. The pain perdu is pretty phenomenal. We knew it was going to be great, & it was even better. French toast meets crème brulee. It's so good it's surreal. Everyone raves about this dish, & now we know why. Our server was great. Actually, all aspects of service (hostess, runners, bussers, server, wait times) were great. Food was exceptional. The lighting, the vibe, the DJ booth...everything was just tres magnifique! I can see ordering 2 omelettes, 2 sausages (at least), & 2 pain perdu...breakfast for dinner! I love breakfast for dinner! Our first visit, but not our last. I just wish we had made our way here sooner. It is poetry for a date night, but would be equally so for a night out with friends, since dishes are on the smaller side & shareable. The more the merrier, try everything! Fabulous restaurant. 5 stars read more

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It is always hard to get a spot at Verjus. I am not very much the kind of person who likes to fork over credit card info for a reservation. So the only way for me to get a seat at Verjus was to arrive just half an hour before the kitchen closes. This approach has its problem: menu options are limited. We went ahead with the chocolate mousse and something I still cannot read (yes I like to order stuff from the menu that I have never seen in the past). The chocolate mousse was absolutely delicious: rich in flavor but light in texture. The other dessert was so-so. Will try to go by again to try the regular stuff. Stay tuned! read more

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Amazing spot for a birthday brunch! Me and my girls arrived around noon on Saturday with a reservation and were seating right away. When we walked in, it felt like we were teleported to France. I loved the interior aesthetics and the vinyl was the cherry on top. We ordered a variety of delicious entrees but the star of the show was the desert. We ordered the popular French toast with vanilla on top. It was delectable!! Such a great spot for celebrating birthdays or anything else! read more

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Please try the Pain Perdue, it's such a luxurious bite. The combination of a slightly bitter caramel with the creaminess of the custard is perfect. Top off your bite with some ice cream and you've got a delicious bite. The fondue is definitely a fun dish. You get little forks and the potatoes are crispy perfection. The sauce itself isn't overly rich. We also went with the endive salad which was refreshing and light. For entrees we did the duck and the steak. The duck was tender while the skin was crispy. The staff were informative and helpful. Note that if you're a white wine lover most of the wines they carry are on the drier side. However our server was able to recommend a nice white that wasn't overly sweet or dry! read more

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Wow, the acclaim is well deserved. Can't believe it's taken us so long to go here. Food: - We had the scallops, razor clams, omelette, and french toast. All excellent - The seafood was high quality, fresh, and delicious - perfect starter - The omelette was everything you could ask for - bouncy/fluffy, creamy, and hit the perfect balance of rich but light - French toast was the perfect desert - a must try Credit to Andrew - who was awesome and guided us through every dish of our order and knew the menu inside out. He was friendly, warm, descriptive/helpful, but not at all pushy. Wine: - Strong by the glass selection. Bottle and BTG prices are standard for NYC/SF wine bars/restaurants of this caliber Ambiance is stunning. Beautifully furnished - chic Parisian bistro/wine bar when you enter, and gorgeous white table cloth dining room as well. It's absolutely on the expensive side but don't think there is any place like it in SF, so well worth it in my book. Going for lunch was great - it wasn't too crowded or loud and we easily got a reservation on a Saturday. read more

I was able to get a 5pm walk-in and let me tell you, I feel like all my dreams, regardless of whether or not I knew about them, came true. Impeccable wine selection, great mains, even better dessert. I'm in and out of San Francisco and go forward, I will make it a habit to have dinner at Verjus. read more

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Hand on heart, Verjus is one of the best gems in the city of SF! I've been here 2 times and both times have been absolutely incredible! The service is great and the menu while limited, is perfectly curated. The ambiance is romantic and vibe, and I love how every table has fleur de sel, black pepper, and good olive oil! The mussels on toast was my favorite bite of 2025! The mussels were succulent and fresh, and beautifully balanced on a crispy piece of bread. I cannot rave enough about this dish! We also tried the lightly tossed salad, which is refreshing and piled high! The manchego sausage is a good meaty bite, the bread is crusty with perfect butter, the beets were well balanced, the fondue is a must, but the pièce de résistance is the pain perdu. The first time I had the pain perdu, I actually think I shed a tear. It is absolutely perfect with no flaws. When I took my dad, he immediately ordered another one before he finished his first. I love Verjus and I send anyone who will listen there! read more

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I'm probably just aging out of spots like this, but I found it too dark and loud (hard actually have a conversation). Plates were all super small and super expensive. We got the bread, sausage, and some leek dish. The pain perdu was too sweet for me. Perhaps it's better if you're just there for the wine, but wouldn't visit just for the food. read more

Great wine bar! Very extensive wine menu and friendly staff. Heard good things about the food

Minus one star because I have not eaten here! So the rating is based on my experience with the wine bar portion of the restaurant. This place was recommended to me by a friend and it did not disappoint. The wine selection was abundant and the service was good. We did have to wait a little to be seated inside, and the way they do that is by writing your name down on a chalkboard which was interesting but at least you can keep track of who is next. Our first red was ok, But the star of the show was a Riesling that my friend picked that wasn't too sweet and not too dry! Very smooth and the vibes continued from Golden Sardine. We trickled in and still felt like we were having our euro summer in October. I'd love to come back and experience the dining before walking over to the bar for a night cap. read more

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Verjus is a beautiful restaurant with great food and wine. But the best thing about it is the service, IMHO. Truly exceptional. We had five different staff touch points during our meal, and it was handled seamlessly with precision and warmth. Really remarkable. These folks know hospitality. Well done, staff!!! Best thing we ate was definitely the stuffed, fried squash blossoms - they were spectacular. All else was good to very good. Only criticisms are 1. the seating is *really* uncomfortable, my back is a bit tweaked as a result 2. the pricing is high for the portions for both food & wine, even for SF. read more

Dining at Verjus is incredible. The food, the service, everything was spectacular. The space is dimly lit with very intentional and seasonal touches. So even though it's loud it still feels intimate. The staff is very knowledgeable about the dishes and the wine list. We went with recommendations for every course and the pairings were a 10/10. I went for my birthday and everyone was so sweet about making it a very special celebration. I will absolutely be back. read more

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Verjus was absolutely incredible. From the moment you walk in, the ambience hits you -- dim lighting, a lively but comfortable buzz, and a vibe that just feels good. It's always busy, but in the best way. The staff is extremely professional, welcoming, and truly impressive. The service is impeccable. They know the menu inside and out without ever having to glance at it -- every detail, every ingredient, every recommendation delivered with confidence and great energy. Crazy how they can remember it all! I typically don't love French food, but this place is a completely different experience. Nothing is overly saucy; everything has real, layered flavor. The scallops were outstanding, and the mozzarella-stuffed sausage was unforgettable. Honestly, every single dish we tried was delicious. I can't wait to go back. This spot is an instant favorite. read more

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I'm a sucker for vibes and this place checks all the boxes for me. Steps from the iconic Transamerica Building, Verjus was everything I ever wanted in a wine bar and more. I loved the dark movie theater mood upon walking in. When we walked in, the first thing we noticed was a marquee with entree items which I thought was brilliant. Instead of traditional menus, you look up at the marquee to see their daily offerings. My husband and I walked in around 8:30pm on a Tuesday evening and were able to nab 2 bar stools immediately (no reservation required). We were met by a lovely server who was very attentive. I had to try a glass of wine because it was a wine bar after all. What we ordered: -glass of rose and sparkling water- -bread and butter- -poulpe marine- absolute favorite dish -confit de canard- I always love a duck confit -omelette au boursin- so buttery, my husband's fav dish -chocolate mousse- very rich, but if you love chocolate, highly rec All in all, I would come back. It was a fantastic dining experience. I was even curious about renting their adjoining room. I love that parking is also really easy. I can't wait to take my friends here. read more

6% surcharge. 4.8/5: The pain perdu dessert ($16) is excellent. It's very custardy, without being mushy. The outside has a shatteringly crisp caramelized coating, and the caramel sauce is super tasty. The scoop of ice cream on top is a plus. There is no menu online on their website, and no printed menu for the mains; you have to look at the movie theater style sign for the menu. read more

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Cute date spot with moody ambient lighting and a very cool theater style menu. We had a patient waiter who explained all their dishes to us giving details to how it's made and what he liked. It felt very natural. We both had a glass of wine, had a few oysters, pate, their monk fish 'stew', and their omelet. Food was enjoyable. Everything from the decor to the ambiance and steady flow of people reminded me of eating in Western Europe (no particular part and not even an area of France, but a more general approach to dining and eating out). If you're looking for a fun wine and dine, date spot, would recommend. read more

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We were lucky to be seated at a counter table facing the street so we got to people watch while enjoying the food! We got the chicken liver mousse, the butter with radish and the prix fixed menu (their last day serving it) which included the omelette with Boursin and the pate en croute. For dessert we got the chocolate mousse. It was all so incredible and reminded us of Paris. The service was also really good, they put a candle on my dessert as it was my birthday. read more

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I don't think this place is necessarily worth the hype. As a wine bar I felt underwhelmed by their choice of glass, it made the experience feel cheaper. We ordered the raw scallops, duck confit, and house pate. We also had their fresh bread. I would say the best dish of the night was the fresh bread and butter - this is the one thing I'd go back for. The pate was lackluster and the duck confit was good, but definitely didn't have a wow factor to it. The raw scallops were delicious of course, but the prices here don't really fit the rating I'd give the food. read more

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the best vibes, almost like walked into a french bistro in the middle of sf. same team behind quince i think? food-wise i would happily come back for the duck confit, omelette, and/or pain perdu. otherwise nothing too special. portions can be a bit small so the bill can build up fast haha but great spot to grab a few glasses of wine and some small bites read more

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Lost for words as to how divine the pain perdu was. Everyone says it's amazing but you don't realize how much until you get a bite of heaven. The caramel is decadent yet not overwhelmingly sweet. The toast is burnt to perfection or caramelized I should say on top. A top 10 dessert for sure, reminds me a lot of the caramel and richness of a sundae from angler. Wine was also great! We split a bottle between 5 people and had two glasses out of it. We didn't have a reservation and were able to get seated, at a communal table but we were ok with that. read more

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I WENT AGAIN and still continue to be one my my top places in sf. the dry aged duck i got last time was no longer available, unfortunately but got the confit and salmon entree. it was really good but honestly i think the appetizers at verjus are the star of the show. escargot was really great and refreshing perfect size, came removed from shell. AND DUCK LIVER MOUSE ugh she is too good. the salad was light and refreshing good touch to our protein heavy meal. OMELETTE wow such a simple dish to be executed so yummily with the crème fresh. our waiters andrew and adam were super awesome. PAIN PERDOU is the was the highlight must get. i will be back again, please recognize me read more

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I couldn't tell you exactly what we ordered other than the fact that Verjus sticks very close to its French roots and everything is worth trying and ordering. My favorites were definitely the potatoes and the egg omelette. The ambiance, service and wines were great and delicious, I will definitely be coming back more after work as long as I can secure reservations! read more

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Was excited to snag a reso for a 1:30pm prix fixe lunch (counter seats) with my cousin! Not super crowded and great ambiance. Alexandra, our server was the best! Everything was beautifully presented. The Le Grand Aioli was my favorite dish of the visit! It reminded me how nice simplicity is - can't beat perfectly cooled vegetables and fish. We added oysters and the pain perdu and would def recommend doing so as the pain perdu was super soft and melt in your mouth! All together would come again, what we ordered was more than enough food. read more

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Love, love Verjus! My bestie wanted to try this place since I went without her the first time. This continues to be one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The ambiance, the service, the food are all amazing. Our server recommended a rosé that was perfect by itself and with our meal. This time around, I got to try some new dishes, the pate, kanpachi and quenelle. I really liked the pate and kanpachi dishes. The rice that came with the quenelle was amazing with the lobster sauce. The rice is reminiscent of Chinese scorched, crispy rice. The quenelle had a good flavor since it was served with lobster sauce; however, I didn't really like the texture. It almost felt like eating fish jello. Of course we ended with the pain perdue. Can't wait to come back again. read more

I really enjoyed my dinner tonight, all the dishes were very tasty and the wine was good. I really think people have to come try the food. make sure mark a reservations .Our waitress was nice, our table is next to the kitchen , I see all the dishes come out and the chef , only one downside the tables is very small and the chairs very uncomfortable, by the end of the meal. my lowback few uncomfortable, read more

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2/21/2026 Sat @ 4:30pm This place is packed! I can see why this place is so popular. The vibe is just the kind that folks will want to go and hang out at for food and drinks after a long work week. It's very noisy especially the tables were set quite close to each other so I wouldn't suggest for first date since you will have to talk super loud to hear each other. Reasons for 4 stars were because the rattan chairs were quite uncomfortable with no back and no cushion, they are small and low chairs so if you happen to be taller, your legs might get tired bending them for the meal duration plus the corners of the chairs were digging into my thighs. Service was friendly but a bit lacking at the beginning of our meal, it slightly picked up (being tend to) towards the tail end of our meal. All the food was good especially the omelette, sausage, fondu with baby potatoes, mussels on toast, the chicken main and bread pudding dessert. We ordered: 1) Omelette 2) Mussels on toast(3 small pieces) 3) Sausage 4) Fondu with baby potatoes 5) Sole 6) Chicken 7) Chocolate mousse 8) Bread pudding read more

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Really enjoyed this wine bar! It kinda made me feel like I was in NY, which I really appreciated. The red vinyl roof was a really cool touch too and definitely added to the ambiance. And ofc the wine selection was great too. Would definitely come back again! read more

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Verjus is an elevated wine bar in Jackson Square! We stopped by for a quick brunch. The pain perdu was delicious enough to make me stop by again just for it. read more

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There was quite a bit of hype around verjus and I'd heard great things about its popularity before Covid. I finally managed to secure a Friday night reservation, and I am glad I did. The interior was charming, perfect for a date night or an intimate small group dinner. They also had a cave area at the back, which looked ideal for larger gatherings or events. Being at a wine bar, we ordered some wine along with a few dishes to share. The bread and butter were great, especially after spotting the butter tower in the kitchen. However, the razor clams felt overpriced, and I was disappointed they were chopped instead of whole. We also ordered the omelette Boursin, sugar snap peas, and the lamb sausage special - they were pretty unique and flavorful. I had a great time overall even though it was on the pricier side. Nonetheless, it's definitely a place to splurge for special occasions. read more

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Was finally able to snag a reservation here for a Tuesday night. Arrived a little early and were seated right away. They do seat everyone on stools, so you have to hang your jacket on a coat rack - they do have a few scattered throughout. The space is gorgeous and we were sat right by the open kitchen. One thing to note is that the menu is on the marquee and we had to crane our necks a bit to read it. We started with their special escargot which were buttery and garlicky perfection. The fondue was very funky in a good way. The liver mousse was phenomenal and the bread was perfect with it. The Boursin omelet was so creamy and delicious. We also had the duck confit which was pretty well done, but is better at L'Ardoise. The standout of the night was their pain perdu dessert. Overall, a little pricey and very loud, but a solid one to try. read more

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Highly recommend if you're looking for a vibey French bar experience in SF! There aren't many good French restaurants in SF so this is a welcome addition. They have some great classic French dishes (escargot, duck confit) but also some great additions. My personal favorites were the sausage manchego and the omelette. Both were cooked perfectly. I recommend sharing a bunch of dishes with a group as the food is very rich. And you absolutely must have the pain perdu dessert to end your meal. The manager brought it over to us himself and said it was the "best dessert in SF" which got some initial eye rolls from our group, but after tasting it we agreed the hype was deserved! read more

Came here for an event. It was amazing from start to finish. The restaurant definitely came full force to accommodate all guest with personalized attention and care. So many variety of dishes and appetizers with amazing peering of wine and champagne. Not all dishes were on point. I had a very salty egg and couldn't even finish a bit. The staff heard and quickly prepared one just for me. What a great save! My favorite was the lamb shoulders. Omg so good : tender and succulent. Definitely come back next time with a date. read more

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I went to Verjus for a girls' night, and it was super cute. We split a bottle of wine and ordered a couple of desserts, which were hands down some of the best I've had in a long time. The service was great. The rice pudding was especially memorable, unique, not overly sweet, and something you don't see on menus very often. We also ordered the pain perdu, which was delicious. It had a nice caramelized coating, and the texture was great. I'd recommend Verjus for a date night or girls' night. It is on the louder side, but it's a wine bar and it's the holidays, so it was nice seeing everyone in a good mood. We didn't make reservations, so we had to put our name down and were told a seat would open up in about two hours. We ended up eating somewhere else and came back two and a half hours later after receiving a text that our table was ready. It worked out, and I'm glad I got to enjoy their desserts. read more

I wouldn't expect a wine bar to have amazing food, but I saw it featured recently in Instagram and decided to give it a shot. Was blown away by the food! Definitely try to make a reservation if you can. They open up a week early at midnight, and they're pretty easy to make. I'm used to reservations booking out within minutes, but there was plenty of availability here. Alternatively, you can also set alerts for your desired date and time and get text/email alerts whenever a time slot opens. The space is much larger than it appears from the outside. My friend and I were seated on the side with the bar, which was a bit too loud, but it was much quieter on the other side where the bathroom is. I was here to catch up with my friend, so it would've been nice if we had been seated in the quieter side. Oh well. On our side, most of the seats were bar stool-type seats with no back, so I had to awkwardly hold onto my purse. They have hooks along the walls for jackets. They have a good selection wine and some cocktails + beer for alcohol as well as some non-alcoholic options. The food menu is posted on a board on the wall, so I'm guessing it changes on a fairly frequent basis. After some debate, we shared the below: chicken liver mousse ($16) bread & butter ($8) duck for two ($90) pain perdu ($16) Everything was so so good. The chicken liver mousse was super creamy and paired well with the bread it came with. It's a generous amount of mousse, so we ordered additional bread to eat it with. The duck was phenomenal. I don't think I've had such amazing duck in a while. It's roasted and served in slices, so it was super easy to eat. Each slice was super tender and juicy. The vegetables that were served on the side were super fresh too. Our favorite was the turnips. After the duck, we were completely stuffed. But I was determined to try the pain perdu as I had seen it mentioned in multiple reviews, and I'm so glad I did! It looks like french toast with a scoop of ice cream on top, but each warm bite tasted like almost like custard and paired well with the ice cream. I was a huge fan of this dessert. Honestly, it's been a while since I've been so impressed with a meal. Yes it's not the cheapest, but I highly recommend checking this place out for the exceptional quality. read more

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