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Chez Maman East

French Restaurant and Bistro$$$$

Potrero Hill, San Francisco

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Chez Maman East

8.9^/10

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Ranked #10 for burgers in San Francisco
The burgers at Chez Maman East is a can't miss
"Get the baked camembert with roasted garlic appetizer and holla."(4 Tips)
"Must have the French onion soup!!"(9 Tips)
"les moules poulette et frites."(3 Tips)
"Best grilled salmon I've ever had and the mussels were good too!"(13 Tips)

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Federica FanfaniNovember 24, 2015
Everything was super delicious, from the tartare to the salted smoked salmon crepes, to the sweet nutella and banana crepes dessert! Red wine was awesome and the staff is very friendly! Loved it
Sam WellerJanuary 7, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Everything! pleasure to watch men work as a ensemble - the burgers are gourmet and you can have them with Brie or goat cheese, beef tartar, clams. Wonderful place - no big companies - place is small
Wilson Favre-DelerueFebruary 7, 2017
All the French classics, all perfectly executed. Go for a "16" (1664 Kronenbourg) draft beer with some snails and œufs cocottes and be happy.
Staff PicksApril 28, 2016
This homey, country French bistro is among the best places in town for crępes, classic steak frites, and mussels in sauce, but the burgers are the real attraction. Read more
Christopher TJanuary 13, 2019
The croques are underrated - especially the smoked salmon croque mademoiselle. On weekends try the œufs en cocotte. The burger really is the best in town. Ask for bacon in the Mac and Cheese.
DanielApril 27, 2016
Really nice and authentic restaurant, a lot of French people go there. Mussels were excellent, the lamb skewers were great too.
MarvinNovember 8, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Such a easy lunch or dinner choice. The owner is extremely welcoming and really gets to know the regulars who come in. Thanks Chez Maman for being apart of Potrero Hill.
Yin LiNovember 15, 2014
Been here 25+ times
While their burgers are all excellent, I like to order slightly off-menu: ask the waiter if they can do a veggie burger to get one that's stuffed with their house ratatouille.
Liza PApril 2, 2017
Been here 5+ times
I'll always love the old little Chez Maman more... but honestly really solid French place. The nicest waiters, great wine list, delicious Niçoise salad!
Hana NaJanuary 3, 2012
I love garlic, I love cheese, I love butter! Cozy+charming French resto. Try their baked camembert w/ roasted garlic and toast points. Be bold and nom on Escargot parsley, butter-shallots & white wine
Mila IoffeOctober 15, 2016
Onion soup, beef tartare, Thai mussels were absolutely outstanding. However, my daughter said that savoyarde crepe needed more flavor or spice.
Mortiche WongDecember 17, 2016
One of my favorite lunch spots. Nicoise salad, crepe complete or salmon crepe, moules mariniere, and their house burger are all excellent.
PeterMay 10, 2022
Been here 10+ times
The French onion soup is a must. Croque madame & monsieur are fantastic. Go for the paninis if you want something on the light side.
Tristan TranMay 23, 2015
Been here 5+ times
After trying a few things, I will now only order between those two dishes: the flat iron steak or Les Moules Provençales, always with fries, for sure!
Michael CoxApril 3, 2016
Unpretentious and surprisingly neighborhoody French bistro atmosphere. Soup and crêpes are delish!
GourmetLiveAugust 7, 2012
Food blogger Jaymee of E is for Eat recommends Chez Maman. "Try traditional dishes, like baked Camembert and stuffed crêpes, or go big with a burger topped with Brie and a fried egg."
Chris KelnerSeptember 2, 2014
My first time having escargot was here. Served in this amazing butter and wine sauce. Could have eaten the whole plate by myself.
Brian DowningMarch 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
My favorite burger in SF. Many are fans of the burger with cheese, but it's sufficiently well seasoned to enjoy unadorned as well.
Chris KelnerSeptember 2, 2014
This place is amazing. Small and intimate. Seats maybe 15. Food is amazing. Staff is top notch. Really good food!
AmberAugust 21, 2018
This seems to be the neighborhood gathering spot for French ex-pats. The food and service are amazing
Randy HumFebruary 10, 2013
The place is small, seems like it fits 15 people so go early (5:30pm)! Best grilled salmon I've ever had and the mussels were good too!
Nicholas ThompsonFebruary 14, 2016
Feels like an authentic Parisian bistro, especially if you sit outside
Josh YAugust 11, 2022
The panini, beef tartare and the duck confit are pretty good. The mussels are okay. Also very affordable prices.
Kate LehmanMay 20, 2013
Worth the wait to grab seats at the counter. Delicious burgers, and the perfect little Potrero afternoon spot.
Marina K.April 6, 2010
I had a burger with roquefort and bacon. Washed it down with Champagne. They say everything tastes fabulous with Champagne... so it does. so it does.
David SmithFebruary 25, 2020
Been here 5+ times
Not had anything here I did not love. French bistro with many options. Try the croque options or the mains.
Dave GrijalvaOctober 4, 2012
Everyone says to get the burger. They're not wrong, but when you're done doing that, get the pain perdu. It's so crazy good..
Douglas LiApril 17, 2010
Been here 5+ times
A very quaint and small place in Potrero. The food is simple but amazing. Service has personality and flair. If you ever fancy getting out of the city without leaving the city limits. This is it!
Garry TanOctober 10, 2017
The burger is definitely the bomb. Get it with blue cheese and die happy.
Simon GibsonJune 22, 2019
The mushroom crepe is the best thing on the menu. Trust me
Kyle MinorAugust 27, 2023
The very PICTURE of the neighborhood boîte… and what’s view from their preserved parklet!
Eliane FioletDecember 17, 2012
Been here 50+ times
The chocolate mousse is delicious and the champagne is good and affordable
Sam WellerJune 24, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Love the place. But the crepe I had today was blah... Had cheese, potatoes, cornichons, prosciutto - but still was tasteless
Travis BloomJuly 11, 2015
Do yourself a favor and get the Cinnamon Pain Perdu 👍
Tom LianzaJuly 3, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Burgers, pork chop, desserts, wine... Everything is delicious.
Henry WNovember 9, 2015
Today I watched Jocelyn Bulow, owner of Chez Maman, storm into the kitchen and physically and verbally attack one of the restaurants chefs. Dozens watched the fight spill onto the sidewalk. Pathetic!
Carlos Gomez SoteloOctober 24, 2018
Get the Poulette Moules, Nicoise Salad, also the Burgers are amazing.
Lama fmMay 28, 2016
The salted caramel with almonds, is so good!
Lucas GalegoMarch 9, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Flat Iron steak with fries for dinner. Mushrooms crepe for brunch. You are welcome.
Amanda AizussJuly 8, 2015
Nice atmosphere and good. Get a crepe - they are whole wheat, which as unexpected.
miten sampatJune 9, 2013
great spot for brunch, very relaxed atmosphere. sitting at the counter is highly recommended
Eliane FioletMay 11, 2013
Been here 50+ times
The chocolate mousse is awesome and the $8 Champagne glass is really good for that kind of price
Carol CecilJune 13, 2014
Grab a burger or brunch. Not a bad thing on the menu! Seating is limited.
Israel SFebruary 9, 2016
The counter is sadly gone, at least in it's cramped, intimate iteration, but the burger and it's reasonable price lives on!
Susan LohSeptember 30, 2014
if you're looking to indulge, go with the carbonara. insanely rich and tasty!
Lisya N.August 24, 2014
Burger with Brie & mussels - can't go wrong! But don't get the creme brulé..
Kim DykemanMay 27, 2013
As much as folks rave about their burger... It's all about les moules poulette et frites.
Lana ChoiNovember 24, 2017
One of my favorite places for fries
Joseph LeAugust 31, 2015
They serve up a great burger but the fries are so good!
Grub CrawlMarch 19, 2011
Get the burger. Blue cheese of course! The bun was really good too and deserved its own recognition. www.grubcrawl.com

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