Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco: photos, reviews, menu

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Absinthe Brasserie & Bar, located in the bustling streets of San Francisco, offers a vibrant atmosphere reminiscent of the New York Theater District, making it a great choice for a sophisticated dining experience. Known for its outstanding French and vegetarian dishes, this establishment features flavorful options ranging from escargot and Beef Bourgogne to delightful pastries and absinthe cocktails. The interior is both unique and inviting, with clever mosaics and elegant banquette seating that set the stage for memorable anniversary or wedding celebrations. With its lively bar, exceptional service, and a tip of the hat from locals, it's no wonder Absinthe Brasserie & Bar continues to charm both seasoned residents and newcomers alike.

Price

$$$$ 50 - 100 $

Meals

Breakfast, Branch, Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

French, Vegetarian

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Vegetarian options, Halal options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Happy-hour drinks, Late-night food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

4.3

based on 4,301 review

Google

4.4/5 1,748 reviews

Facebook

4.3/5 2,553 reviews

Michael Magnus

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

I will eat here every time I visit San Francisco. The flavors were out of this world, the price point was reasonable for the experience, and we didn’t leave hungry. I got the peach salad, which I could eat every day, and the two people I was dining with got the onion soup and cucumber soup, both who raved about theirs. We split an escargot dish which was a pastry with really delicate flavors. We all three ordered the pan seared duck breast, which was phenomenal. Each of us had a cocktail, mine being an absinthe drink. Wasn’t my favorite but I figured I should try it as part of the experience. All in all, between a split appetizer, a soup/salad each, a drink, and an entree, we spent about $100 each plus tip. Really not bad!

CerealKiller021

Everything was good!

Matthew Tominaga

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

For being a local, this was my first time at Absinthe. I always wanted to come, just never the right day or it was too busy. The food was excellent. I recommend the Birds of a Feather, salade lyonnaise, and the beef bourguignon. The tartare, escargot, pan roasted duck breast, and steak frites are also just as good. Ethan S., our server, was the best. He's a local San Franciscan from the Outer Sunset who went to Galileo. He knew we had a lot to drink and gave us aspirin to combat the booze.

What is the address of Absinthe Brasserie & Bar?
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar is located at 398 Hayes St, 94102, San Francisco, Civic Center, USA.
How is Absinthe Brasserie & Bar rated by visitors?
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar has an average rating of 4.3 based on 4,301 review across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
What dishes and beverages are served?
The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as absinthe, bacon, beef, beer, bouillon, burgers, caesar salad, cakes, cheese, cheese bread, cheeseburgers, chicken, chocolate, coffee, duck, along with a variety of drinks.
What is the average price for a meal at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar?
The average price for a meal is 50 - 100 $ (it is expensive - $$$).
Is there a delivery service available?
Yes, delivery is available through www.toasttab.com, order.toasttab.com.

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