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    Villon

    3.9 (401 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Amuse Bouche
    Kyra K.

    Villon was our dinner destination of choice by one of my most thoughtful friends and fellow Yelper, Terry K. Terry flew out to San Francisco for a short visit to celebrate my birthday. We all had a lovely, memorable, and exceptional dining experience at Villon! My friend made reservations for us and we arrived earlier than anticipated. They were kind enough to seat us early. We came on a weekday after I got off work and the restaurant was pretty relaxed. Villon is modern yet elegant emulating the business casual vibes of downtown San Francisco. Service is on par with the ambiance--friendly, accommodating, and formal. We were checked on and they graciously treated us to birthday desserts. We came around dinner time and glanced through their dinner menu. They offer small plates, soups and salads, entrees, and a table-side menu. Plus an extensive drink menu! We chose to eat and order family style. We ordered: Sea Urchin Toast, Octopus, Beef Tartare, and Parker House Rolls for appetizers. My favorite was the sea urchin toast it was creamy, lightly sweet, and crunchy. The octopus was well-cooked with a savory spicy sauce and the rolls had intricate seaweed butter. We chose to share the Halibut and Pork Katsu as our entrees. Both were beautifully presented, cooked to perfection, moist, and well seasoned. Out of the two, the halibut was my favorite. I'm curious about their afternoon tea and brunch menu, as it also seems popular! If you're downtown and want a different scene or experience, Villon is a remarkable option. The restaurant serves New American cuisine within the Proper Hotel off Market Street. They do validate and there's street parking and public transportation. I would've never come here if it weren't for my special friend, Terry K. This a perfect place to celebrate with some of my closest friends.

    Terry K.

    My montra- "Good food, Good fellowship, Good friends". That said, let me describe Villon (pronounced Vi Yon), a very unassuming restaurant on the first floor of the Prospect Hotel on Market; smack in the center of downtown San Francisco near Union Square. Villon is a relatively new restaurant that came to life by Michelin Star Chef Jason Fox. The serve breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner. Dimly lit atmosphere with an outstanding bar area is Villon that seats about 50 people tops all at the same seating. The service was excellent starting at check in. We were a tad early but they were able to seat is immediately. No sooner than our seating came our waiter James who took our adult beverage orders and gave us moments to peruse the menu. A touch of class! Amuse bouche came soon after our order was placed. We chose to dine" family style" meaning we ordered several dishes and we would try each and all of the dishes. That said, we had octopus, beef tartare, Uni Toast. (Note- my best was the octopus). For entree's we ordered Pork Katsu and Halibut. A word of caution is the pork katsu is fairly large and it fed three of us and we had take home of it. The halibut was nicely prepared. It was moist and the sauces surrounding it was tasty. A touch of class for the home run! The gave us dessert since we were celebrating our friend's birthday. They brought a chocolate cake/parfait and Baked Alaska. How cool is that? I was impressed with everything of this Establishment including their price point of the food. I look forward to my next visit; maybe next time I'll do afternoon tea. Points to consider: 1) Hotel parking and Valet Parking available for $24 per hour (SFO residents should use the public transportation) Food portions are large so sharing plates go well here. Villon's POS is Open Table; you can make your reservations there. Happy Birthday Kyra Fun Fact- Michelin Star Chef Jason Fox had Restaurant Commonwealth in the Mission District for nearly 10 years. Today he has this unassuming restaurant known as Villon. Do make time for a visit.

    Pork tonkotsu
    Kaveh H.

    Absolutely fabulous meal. I made sure to wait until the buzz from their delicious cocktails wore off to write this review, lest it color my review and even in my tragically sober state, I still love the meal (and the leftovers we took home). Read about it in SF magazine and was drawn to it because of their description of the interior decor (which is beautifully done - art deco?). The cool interior of the hotel is like a fun art museum (with all local artists) and the restaurants design did not disappoint. The halibut was delicious, with a glaze I've never seen done quite as well on fish. My pork tonkatsu was tender and perfect, well complemented by the Shishido peppers, fresh herbs and light coleslaw. The service was easily one of my best dining experiences in San Francisco. The staff is friendly, very knowledgeable and incredibly down to earth and approachable. Will definitely plan on coming back. P.S. our terrific waiter was kind enough to help make a reservation upstairs on the rooftop bar afterwards for some drinks, which I also recommend checking out.

    Afternoon Tea - Sandwiches for Four
    Kevin W.

    My friends surprised me with a fantastic afternoon tea at Villon during a Friday afternoon. As others have mentioned, they do have an afternoon tea on Fridays and Saturdays from 2pm-5pm, and again on Sundays from 2pm-7pm. After checking in with the host, by the entrance of the bar/restaurant area, we were promptly shown our table, which was able to comfortably sit 6, that was towards a wall of the hallway, between the main entrance and a side entrance. She promptly took the 'reserved' sign off and told us our server will be with us, shortly. Before she departed, we informed her that our reservation had two notes: 1) we had a vegetarian and thus wanted to ensure that the sandwiches reflected that and 2) we had a birthday (me) in the party. She confirmed that they were aware. It took a while before our server arrived. We had selected our tea, but didn't pay too much mind since we were enjoying conversation and admiring the themed décor of the hotel. Before the server's arrival, I took a visit to the restroom, which was downstairs of the lobby, and noticed it was very nice too. They had a main men and women's restroom area and the handwashing stations were co-ed. The handwashing stations also had nice Aesop soap and lotion (scented). Going back to the good stuff - There was a small selection of teas available (Black, Green, Botanical, and White). The selection were each very distinct, aromatic, and delightful. I decided to choose the Golden Horse Black Team, as it had notes of Honey, Caramel, and Crème Brulee. Not sure if my palate was able to distinguish between all those notes, but it was quite enjoyable. One of my best friends ordered the Yin Hao Jasmine Green Tea. As suggested, it was very smooth and fragrant. Our other friend ended up getting the Ikebana Botanical Tea. After we all took turns smelling it, we decided that the 'Peppery-ness' almost resembled oregano. The finger sandwiches quickly arrived after our tea. There were 4 to choose from - Salmon Crepe Sandwich, Egg Salad Sandwich, Cream Cheese and Jam Sandwich, and a Cucumber Pesto Sandwich. I ended up trading my Egg Salad Sandwich (my best friend's favorite among the selection) for a Salmon Crepe Sandwich (my favorite among the selection). I was almost expecting them to provide an alternative sandwich though, but cut in fours, maybe they didn't accommodate that. The dessert/scone section arrived after the sandwiches, which felt a little out of place. We did note that it was presented that way on the menu, so it was definitely deliberate. Shortly before, our teas were refilled with hot water, and we were served 2 trays for our party of 4. The food runner, who had provided us refills, explained the selection. Along the top tier (see photo), we had the lavender macaron, a rose petite four, and an unsweetened cocoa crème puff. On the bottom tier there was a butter drenched croissant, an apricot muffin, a brownie, and a marshmallow piece. I made the foolish decision to break the butter filled croissant, advertised as a petite croissant, with my hands and had oil on them the remainder of this course. It was good, but we all agreed that it was an absurd amount of butter compared to the size of this pastry. We also noted that it was curious that they provided the crème fraiche, fresh jam, and lemon curd without having an actual scone for this course. I still took the opportunity to use each one with my croissant. Pretty light and good, as it should be. More mild than I thought. Overall, it was a phenomenal experience. I would highly suggest coming here for an occasion. My favorite course were the tea sandwiches. The desserts were all distinct and special in their own way. Definitely one of the more memorable afternoon tea experiences.

    Seabass
    Nancy C.

    Been here a few times...checked in 5 times according to Yelp! And I'm never disappointed with the service or food. Definitely my go to place whenever I'm in the city. Thanks Villon for always being consistent and for pleasing our palates with your updated menu items! Always a pleasure to show you off to my family and friends! Keep it up! Looking forward to my next visit!

    Monica B.

    This review is for the high tea service! Service was very nice and it was very cute, but for the price, I wanted to try more than one tea and we only get one flavor each (with unlimited hot water refills). That wasn't made clear to us in the beginning. Also, the sandwiches were tiny - you get a bite of each flavor instead of like a half sandwich - it seems like you get less than a quarter size of a sandwich for each flavor - and I sadly came hungry! Sweets were good but I'm more of a savory person. My friends loved the scone.

    Bar view
    Zhanna K.

    Amazing interior and service! Delicious food on top of all beauty! We got there for lunch next day after Thanksgiving and really enjoyed! I ordered Carolina Gold Grits and it was really good and delicious. Others ordered Proper Cheeseburger which was really really delicious! So everything was great! I recommend the beautiful restaurant!

    Baked Alaska
    Kami L.

    When looking for a place to eat dinner, I had been looking for somewhere that had innovative food. This restaurant accomplished that and did a wonderful job of making interesting and tasteful dishes. My group and I ordered the Chef's menu (which was very well priced) and all of the pairings that went with it. All of the dishes felt very artfully prepared and went well together. The portions were adequate and not too overdone so that the next course could still be eaten. The staff were very kind and accommodating, and made a substitution on the tasting menu when a member of our group couldn't have fish. Walking into the Proper Hotel felt like it fit well with the tone of the overall neighborhood, and was well done inside. Villon itself is a small space in the hotel that fits with the overall mood of the hotel and still feels like an upscale place to eat.

    OCTOPUS, FERMENTED CHILI PORK BROTH
    John P.

    Enter on McAllister. Went here at 6:30pm on a Wednesday and we got seated immediately (table for 2). Service was great! He was quick to address our needs and our water was never empty. Lots of alcohol options. Petite seafood tower: this was really good, but I wouldn't call it a tower. More like a petite seafood platter. The oysters and the salmon rillette was our favorite! The bread you eat with the rillette really made it much better, but alone, the rillette was good. The Oysters were sweet and yummy. OCTOPUS, FERMENTED CHILI PORK BROTH: this was delicious! It only came with one tentacle, but it was perfectly grilled and had a lot of vegetables with it. SCALLOP & SHRIMP ROLL DIM SUM: not our favorite. It was one roll cut in half. I didn't care for the texture. It was too jelly-like. The wrap is made of scallop and the shrimp was wrapped in it. BEEF TARTARE, ASIAN PEAR KIMCHEE: this was super good! Well seasoned. Crostini is perfectly crisp. I rated this place 4 stars because: -limited seats -where to check in for a table wasn't obvious. We had to flag someone down. -super dark ambiance -I wish there were more food selections on the menu.

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    Ask the Community - Villon

    What days afternoon tea service are served?

    Hello William and thank you for reaching out. Villon offers afternoon tea service on Fridays and Saturdays from 2pm-5pm and Sundays 2pm-7pm. Reservations can be made at https://www.opentable.com/r/villon-san-francisco or by calling 628-895-2039.

    If I bring my child of 7 years for afternoon tea, how much would they charge? Also, good idea to bring a younger child there in the first place?

    Hello Marcus, Thank you very much for your question. We offer 50% off for afternoon tea price for children under 12 years old.… Read more

    Does Villon offer any vegan options on their dinner menu?

    Yes

    Do you have to have reservations for two? My husband and I want to go early next Friday- around 5:30?

    Well, I don't.

    Do they offer bottomless mimosas?

    No, but they have a great cocktail and wine selection

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    Mr East Kitchen - Caramelized Banana French Toast

    Mr East Kitchen

    4.5(987 reviews)
    0.5 miSoMa
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    Casual dining
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    Quick bite with super friendly service…read more Stopped by on a Monday morning for brunch. Bright, clean environment. Though the waiter encouraged a second beer a few times (so unprofessional for me at 10 am), it was all in good fun. Thai tea French toast is as advertised and delightful. Instead of syrup it comes with a Thai tea flavor glaze. Lovely arrangement of fruit as well. Toast is standard thickness for bread, cooked well. All combined, I was really pleasantly surprised. Though I love French toast, I usually feel queasy and overfull afterwards. Sugar drenched. Not here, my friend. Delicate flavor. Not overly heavy or sweet. Just right for a sophisticated palate. Went well with beer. But just one beer.

    A great brunch spot that takes reservations (there were even reservations still available the…read moremorning of a holiday weekend)! Drinks - more options than the food, which is really saying something. We got the pink dalgona coffee and a lychee jasmine tea. Both weren't just good but also came with fresh fruit on top. For food we got the chicken & pandan waffle combo that came with two eggs and sriracha bacon. The waffle was perfection, crispy and light while still very flavorful. The chicken had a nice thin crisp on the outside but was a little dry and flavorless on the inside. The bacon actually tasted better with the waffle than the chicken did. That was really the only flaw for this place (4/5 stars). We also got the steak benedict that comes with a curry hollandaise. This was really unique and we'd absolutely get it again. The potatoes on the side were also crispy and they give a lot of fresh fruit too!

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    4.5(1.1k reviews)
    1.0 miFinancial District
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    Locally sourced ingredients
    Casual dining

    Excellent service! My only advice is to come and see for yourself. When we called to ask about a…read morewait, they mentioned there was not wait... part of the reason they do that is because they don't keep a list. You either have reservations or you're a walk in and you stand in line until a table is available for you. At first this was strange, but I think it makes for a better experience. The team was incredible, they were so kind on a day that can be stressful for a small restaurant. We had incredible food. I was so happy to get my Eggs Royale and my husband said the French toast was the best he's ever had. (Even comparing it to French toast in Paris) No notes. This will be our Mother's Day place going forward next time with reservations.

    Sisterita may be a cozy brunch spot, but it delivers an unforgettable experience from start to…read morefinish. The atmosphere is warm, creative, and full of charm -- almost like stepping into a whimsical tea-party dream. Between the stylish décor, welcoming service, and amazing food, every detail makes the visit feel special. The cocktail menu adds the perfect touch, featuring everything from comforting classics like a White Russian to fun signature drinks inspired by Harry Potter. The food was just as impressive. Whether you order the crispy fried chicken, the flavorful Eggs Benedict, or the Alcatraz Escape omelette, every dish is packed with flavor and made to satisfy. If you're looking for a unique brunch spot to enjoy with friends, good vibes, and great food, this place is definitely worth adding to your list.

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    Brenda's French Soul Food - 3 way beignets- plain, chocolate, apple

    Brenda's French Soul Food

    4.2(12.8k reviews)
    0.4 miTenderloin
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    In town visiting San Francisco for the first time & heard this place was a must try and a MUST TRY…read moreIT WAS! My husband and I's favorite place to eat in the world is New Orleans so this place definitely did not disappoint. We started with coffee drinks, I had some sort of boozy espresso drink which I could have done without since the bitters tasted like licorice which is probably a taste preference. My husband had the grandma coffee which was also fine. Then the food came out and it went up from here! The catfish & grits just might be the best I've ever had. My husband also really enjoyed his banana foster French toast, & i loved that they allowed you to get one piece of fried chicken because i had to try it out despite a full meal. The wing I had was Nice & crunchy with a delicious sweet sauce on the side that reminded me of mambo sauce ( a DC staple.) My husband also had the gumbo which was good but I wouldn't say our favorite. I prefer my gumbo with a little more spice but that could just be personal preference. We ended the meal with beignets: I had the ube beignet which was so unique & flavorful! I don't think I would have had a chance to try that type of beignet anywhere else so glad to try something different, it was delicious. The crawfish beignet was also so flavorful! The beignets in general were much more bready than typical beignets but still very good & unique to this place. On top of that, the service was great & the food came out quick, hot & fresh! I wish we had more time (& stomach space) to try other items on the menu, everywhere we looked everything looked delicious so we'll just have to try more the next time we're back in SF!

    I've been to the Oakland location of Brenda's and gotten delivery before, but my first time…read morevisiting in SF was a few months ago, when I booked a last minute reservation for a group of 8 friends. The place is a little cramped, but we were able to wait inside until the whole party was there to be seated. It was a good place for a group dinner. The cocktails are cheap for San Francisco, and the beer selection is decent. And the food is dense and delicious without being too heavy. I shared the catfish with crawfish etouffee (special), the gumbo, and a dungeness crab beignet with my boyfriend. We also ordered some banana cream pie for the table, which was a huge hit.

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    Plow - French Toast

    Plow

    4.1(3.6k reviews)
    1.6 miPotrero Hill
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    This is an incredibly popular restaurant in the Dogpatch district of SF. The wait time on a holiday…read moreweekend was about 1.5hrs. There is some room to sit as you wait and there seems to be plenty of street parking around. The inside is cozy and I was tickled by their menu. They print a new menu daily! I wonder if they vary the menu by the day. We liked everything that we tried! We shared a biscuit and Hong Kong Toast. The toast was a little burnt and you could taste that through the condensed milk. The biscuit with the honey butter was delicious! These make great shareables because they're a lot on their own. The plow is a great sampler breakfast platter and I'm so glad they offer that! It comes with 2 lemon ricotta pancakes, choice of eggs and protein! Huge portions and I shared this with my husband! We really enjoyed the food and would love to return when we're next in SF!

    Had brunch at Plow for the first time. I'm local to SF and had been meaning to try it, but the wait…read morewas rough -- 2 hours on a Monday morning. That alone makes this a place I'd only revisit when I have plenty of time. The restaurant itself was clean, and the service was solid with no complaints there. I ordered the lemon piccata pancakes. I love lemon flavors, but the lemon curd topping was a little overpowering for me. Once I ate around some of the curd though, the pancakes themselves were delicious. The real standout was the potatoes -- absolutely amazing. The bacon was just as good and honestly ended up being my favorite part of the meal. Overall, no complaints about the food or service. Would I come back? Probably... but only if the wait wasn't so long.

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