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- Ashok LalwaniMay 11, 2015Very lively and yet very cozy to go on special occasions. I have been here 2 times and both times for late night desserts. Delicious deserts and pair them with wine recommendations.Upvoted 2 weeks ago
- Cody HardFebruary 26, 2015Food was great, nice atmosphere, wait staff was incredibly helpful. Cocktails were a little sweet for me. Ordered pretzels and spaghetti, both were great. They also did a great job celebrating a bday!Upvoted 5 days ago
- Becherovka VoyagerSeptember 4, 2013If you are looking for a staff knowledgeable about herbal drinks like Becherovka, this is the place to be. Enjoy every last bite of even the simplest foods, with the perfect drink pairing every time.
- Simon EdwardsFebruary 3, 2016Friendly staff (call for table if Open Table doesn't have availability), good food (rock cod was tasty although lacked a little texture, octopus was second to none), and extensive wine list (~2,500)
- The baked Mac & Cheese is delicious - and entree sized! Also, try the 3 cheese trio of Humbolt Fog, Cloth Wrapped Cheddar, and the Pecora. Feeling Bond-ish? Their Vesper Martini is great!
- Yev PusinApril 21, 2015Amazing restaurant. Love the tartare appetizer. Menu changes often so recommendations are hard to make, all good!
- Tasting TableSeptember 29, 2014Stop by Absinthe for a glass of organic bubbly or the namesake cocktail. Grab a sidewalk table and snack on Parmesan-garlic popcorn or spicy fried chickpeas. Read more
- Wilson Favre-DelerueNovember 3, 2017The menu doesn’t cater to classic brasserie fare but a few dishes - the onion soup, sweetbreads and coq au vin - somewhat rescue it. All are on the highly heavy, indigestible side however.
- Annie 🌺 JalotaJune 5, 2017Came here with a friend to get some dinner late in the evening after drinking for a bit. We're vegetarian and got the soup and pasta - both delicious!
- Very good food. Even better wine list with some real gems. Don’t skip the dessert, worth the extra calories
- Ashley MowreyJune 23, 2015Con: $11 for a fruit bowl that I could've made for $2? No. Pro, the breakfast potatoes were amazing. Painfully pleasant servers who appear to be begging you to set them free, & seniors everywhere.
- AishaAugust 5, 2013Great place to go for lunch. Burgers are delicious - made to perfection. Entire staff is friendly - from hostess, servers, bus boys and everyone! They will make menu recommendations too!
- Best French onion soup ever! Also if the drink you want is not on the menu, no problem. The bar tender will still make it for you.
- Kendra StormJune 23, 2014The ceviche, pork belly, and mussels were delicious! Walking distance to the Opera House, and servers are conscious of show times to remind you to skedaddle!
- Used to come here for brunch only but the dinner menu now is really great! And of course their cocktails and wine list never disappoint
- Matthew ChungAugust 31, 2012Get the Spanish Coffee- its not on the menu and it's fun to watch them make it. Oh, and one of the bar tenders is allergic to the cinnamon in it so thank the poor dude.
- Jade JenningsSeptember 9, 2015The food and drinks here are amazing and the bartenders are really nice too get the pomegranate martini!! The Nevada was pretty good too
- Kelly 🍰November 12, 2012Get there at 11 on weekends to beat the brunch crowds. Yummy French toast and huge portion. Skip the open face trout sandwich unless you love mayonnaise and eggs
- Samantha BergMarch 17, 2017Great cocktails! Go for a Manhattan and accompany it with garlic pretzel bites
- Lamb chop for dinner is better than their stack. But the coq au vin is the best anywhere.
- Brian StraussApril 26, 2023A bar and grill stalwart — excellent manhattans and martinis. A few surprises to go with the classics.
- Pickled is a monthly pop-up bar on the last Monday of the month (excepting December). Artisan, culinary cocktails, select wines, beers, and small plates served in the Absinthe private dining room. Awe
- Kim FujiwaraFebruary 16, 2013Try the Dungeness Crab Omelette - Fresh crab meat and spinach tucked within a light, fluffy omelette with green onions and chiles ... Must try!
- Daddy said I'm specialMay 10, 2017Great selection of drinks. Oysters are a must! Grilled cheese with mushrooms is good but way to big
- Areej AshourAugust 13, 2015The burgers.. Amazing! and the coconut-corn soup is so creamy and delicious.
- Alice LouieSeptember 18, 2013The soft garlic pretzels is very tasty and the dipping sauce is delicious. Hamburger is cooked perfectly and Croque Monsieur is great!
- Joerg RingsOctober 21, 2012Don't eat here, the cocktails are amazing but the guy we got at the bar was a dick...so...have a burger and cocktails at a table? The waiter was fantastic!
- Frank KimNovember 11, 2014Their ceviche dish is pretty flavorful and spicy, the French onion soup and buttersquash soup were excellent.
- Asha ServiaNovember 18, 2010Great ambiance, filled with chatter but dimly lit. The hot dog's the 7x7 list of things to try but I just found out from the server but they have a new chef and no longer have it on the menu.
- Stephen BassmanFebruary 13, 2012Try the Soft garlic pretzels - Guy next to me at the bar: "If you want to drink the rest of that beer cheese sauce, I won't judge you."
- Great cocktails and the scalloped potatoes on the salmon is very classic.
- A perfect spot to have a cozy birthday dinner. The service, food, and ambiance was super warm and friendly. I thoroughly enjoyed the birthday mango ice-cream. :)
- Brook ShelleyNovember 25, 2018Solid gin cocktails. The bar is a good spot to escape from the bustle of Hayes.
- Inman NewsMarch 6, 2012Their deconstructed German chocolate cake is amazing! It consists of milk chocolate mousse, pressed coconut and candied pecans. Delicious!
- Tasting TableSeptember 9, 2014Grab a sidewalk table and snack on Parmesan-garlic popcorn ($4) or spicy fried chickpeas ($4). Read more
- JoseApril 18, 2012Specialties: Any cocktail; French onion soup; coq au vin; hamburger; oysters; Tcho chocolate pot de creme; German chocolate cake.
- Brunch menu changes often but if you come across the duck confit ragout: don't hesitate.
- Mother Load drink is super refreshing. Other recommendations: Oysters and potato crusted salmon
- Pawel PietrykaJanuary 29, 2015Nice French style food. Good atmosphere. Coq au vin and oysters were really good.
- Delightful, comfortable, mature brasserie. Perfect for after theater. Great cocktails.
- Katie CongletonOctober 17, 2015Oysters, pretzels, French onion soup, the burger - we had it all and everything was delicious!
- Monty HamiltonMarch 19, 2014OK... If you're lucky enough to spot the Apple Pie Panna Cotta... Just say YES! Right up there with the best...
- Rebecca GobersteinMarch 19, 2012Okay, so if you're fine to shell out $15 for a cocktail, then do it, cause they make them right here. The food is unbelievable, but for the price, it better be. One of the pricier go-to's in SF.
- The Culinary Institute of AmericaDecember 7, 2012With a menu that lives up to its reputation, Chef Adam Keough has a lot to be proud of - and so do we! We’re so proud of everything our alumni accomplish.