About
Swensen's in San Francisco's Russian Hill is a delightful spot for anyone craving affordable and tasty bites. Known for its simple yet quirky flavors that have pleased palates since 1948, this well-loved eatery boasts an impressive 4.6 Google rating. Perfect for a casual family dinner or a peaceful solo dining experience, the restaurant offers the convenience of delivery and takeaway options. With a warm and welcoming atmosphere that embraces diversity, including LGBTQ patrons, Swensen's ensures a comfortable dining experience with amenities like a toilet available on-site. It's an ideal destination for those who appreciate good food without the fuss.
Price
Services
Delivery, Takeaway
Payment
Payment by debit card, NFC payment
Atmosphere
Casual
Best for
Family dinner, Solo dining
Parking
On-street parking, Paid parking, Free parking
- $$$$
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Casual
- Family dinner
- Solo dining
- On-street parking
- Paid parking
- Free parking
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Kid-friendly
- Toilet
- Welcomes LGBTQ
Menu
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review
I was zooming around (or pushing) my uber scooter around SF and stumbled across this ice cream parlour. Such a lovely place, historic I wanted to try all the flavours. A genuine and historical place to visit, so glad I was up in the hills to be able to visit.

Tried both the Raspberry Brownie Chunk and Mango, both were delicious!

We got a small scoop for $5. Delicious ice cream and generous portion for the price!
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Swensen's?Swensen's is located at 1999 Hyde St, 94109, San Francisco, Russian Hill, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Union St & Hyde St (34 m walk)
- Bus stop Union St & Leavenworth St (152 m walk)
- Bus stop Union St & Larkin St (117 m walk)
- Bus stop Union St & Polk St (291 m walk)
- How is Swensen's rated by visitors?Swensen's has an average rating of 4.6 based on 1,044 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
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