Aracely opens for Brunch bright and early at 8am, so it is a great place to hit after a morning bike ride across the bridge. The dishes are well priced as you can get a nice meal for under $20. The scones was unique and I would come back to get another. The burger was decent. It was your comfort burger which is always a great move when you are starving. I would come back here each time I'm in Treasure Island as they play great music and the restaurant has a great vibe. read more

Aracely Cafe - Sausage Scone with jalapeño gravy - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Really great dining experience on Treasure Island! Aracely cafe was a recommendation from a local and it did not disappoint! The venue is super cute and intimate with a beautiful bar and fireplace. Our waitress recommended the avocado toast and it was super tasty and well balanced with a little bit of heat and acidity. My friend really enjoyed the chilaquiles and the meat I tried was super tender and succulent. I enjoyed the lamb stew, which was packed with tender and flavorful lamb pieces alongside vegetables and served with toasted bread. All in all a great meal. read more

Aracely Cafe - Inside of the restaurant. Valentine's Day balloons we're still up - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I'm so glad I found this cute cafe. I did not even know that there are still restaurants in the island if it was not for them. The staffs are very nice and accommodating. Even if there was a misunderstanding, they still tended to us. Now the food, they just have the best pasta and please do not miss out on the tri tip sandwich! Can't wait to go back here! read more

During Memorial day weekend, we get it, places are busy and don't take reservations, so while out on Treasure Island, we found Aracely's and walked in a party of 4 adults. When we walked in the the hostess or server seating guests told us the only available table was near the restroom, which we were resistant about since its next to the restroom but we were hungry and agreed to sit at that table. She had stated the restaurant was full and no tables would be getting up soon since everyone just recently sat. We had been seated for about 5 minutes and reviewing the menu when we noticed another group of 4 came in and was offered a nice table outside. Mind you we were 4 adults of color, and the 4 that were offered the table outside were Caucasian. I approached the hostess who sat us and asked why they were seated outside and we were not offered that table? She stated oh they had reservations, so i went ahead and politely asked the table she just sat if they had reservations which all 4 of them said NO, they were from out of town just visiting for the day. I said thank you for confirming and walked away, then my friends and I all got up and walked out, didn't eat and didn't spend a dime there. In the end i would HIGHLY NOT recommend Aracely's to anybody, since they like to play the racist card on colored diners and seat them near a restrooms and lie to guests and give them BS excuses. Still judging books by it's cover at Aracely's and treating people like CRAP. AGAIN DO NOT GO HERE SAVE YOUR TIME AND MONEY!!!! read more

Great new place we tried tucked away on Treasure Island. Cute and trendy decor. Seating inside and outside with private space for party's. They were having a wedding on the day we visited. Great place for bridal or baby shower as well. Service was good. I gave the place only 4 stars because we had to ask for things like water a couple of times. Food was great. Creative and tasty. Here's what we ordered: - sautéed octopus - VERY tender and great smoky flavor - Braised Beef Short ribs - very tender and flavorful served with creamy mash potatoes. One of the special of the day. - Croissant French Toast - a nice twist on traditional French toast - halibut sandwich with fries - flavorful and meaty fish fillet. - Brussels sprout nice and caramelized with good flavor. - pumpkin Mac n cheese. Good pasta texture but couldn't really taste the pumpkin. read more

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Located on treasure island. 10 mins drive from the bay bridge exit. Beautiful and spacious restaurant. Cute place to have get together or celebration. There is outdoor seating and indoor seating with a full bar. 1 bathroom. Plenty of parking spaces. Foods and drinks was delicious. Good portion size. Great attentive service. Cake allowed with $3.50 pp fee. read more

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My cousin had her baby shower here. The food was very tasty. The staff made sure the mimosa's were flowing. The venue cozy but big enough that everyone could spread out. Now that I know its there i'll for sure stop by especially if I'm stuck in traffic on the bridge. read more

Love the fries. Not a huge fan of the avo toast - it was unfortunately too tart. Friendly service. Nice outdoor space. Fast casual meal. read more

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Just in case you didn't know, there are exactly two restaurants on Treasure Island. The newer one is Mersea which offers panoramic views of the city from converted shipping containers (review: https://bit.ly/3IXbxtR). This restaurant was pretty well hidden behind a tall hedge across from an athletic field. I made a couple of wrong turns before I found it, and it was a surprising to see such a well-appointed interior space with a fireplace, fully stocked bar, and a large inviting terrace. I sat outside and was immediately impressed with the tempting menu (photo: https://bit.ly/3sjGIci). I had no idea what the background of the restaurant was but since discovered it is owned by chef Linda Edson who has quite a pedigree with French Laundry, Michael Mina's, and Gary Danko's on her resume. No wonder the menu wasn't a mix of bar bites. I decided to try two items. The first was the $12 Burrata, a creamy delight that featured Swiss chard, tat soi (a close cousin to bok choy), and garlic. It was placed on a caramelized onion tart and drizzled with basil oil (photo: https://bit.ly/3ojTBS8). Quite a treat. I went lighter on my main course with the $14 Butternut Squash Salad, generously portioned with fall greens on top and mixed with Brazil nuts, shallots, Bosc pear slices, and crumbled feta (photo: https://bit.ly/3okSDFA). The combo of the two plates really worked well for lunch. The biggest challenge for me was just getting on and off the island to get here since people on the bridge hate to slow down. Check their website to make sure it isn't closed for a private event. FOOD - 5 stars...classy dining fare with unique and fresh ingredients AMBIANCE - 4.5 stars...an unexpected oasis deep in the island SERVICE - 4 stars...pretty attentive TOTAL - 5 stars...would definitely come back to try other menu items here RELATED - Exploring Treasure Island? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3KGq2nx read more

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Imagine its your wedding and youre trying to have a very simple reception... 1) you arrived there and theres no table linen and napkins thats part of the package that you ordered. 2) They served the food and the main dish is completely different from what was ordered in the package (our wild guess was that its part of a dish from another bigger party trying to cut labor so they served as what was served to them (we nice enough to let this go). 3) we asked for refund for the linen and napkins since they did not fulfill it and manager farhad told the couple that he got to get it touch with the owner and wont be able to refund the same day, 3 days passed and wife have to follow up with photo for them to reply back... in short stay away for doing your events in this place... Linda the store owner / organizer have bad communication since planning...we shouldve backed out... but dont make the same mistake we did... read more

We were the first table of the day and they were "out of" oysters? Plus most of the website menu entrees (which we came to try) were not on the menu we were given. I suggest they note on website that menu items may not be available. Very disappointing. read more

Definitely a hidden gem, not just of the city but hard to find on the island! Treasure Island! It is nestled deep in the neck of this man made islands woods and found behind a clearing is the most charming, cute little spot with amazing outdoor seating replete with heaters to accommodate the winter months but beautiful scenery that comes alive in spring and summer. Spectacular and breathtaking view of police drills lol but try hard enough and you find yourself in a hidden paradise overall. I favored their take on classic dishes like the all American burger, French toast, salads, avocado toast & oysters available; but I was not such a fan on their unique dishes like the healthy wild Whole Grain Bowl with Pork Shoulder. Not that it didn't taste good, but the medley was just missing something to make it more than a slush pile of healthy choices. Or maybe it was just me! I am not afraid yet to try what else they have to offer and while I certainly won't be driving in traffic to come here, I would time it appropriately and come in the morning or late night to enjoy their menu and ambiance again once more. read more

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This place is quite amazing! The ambiance is so so cute and it's right on Treasure Island. We got the French Toast to share and the chilaquiles. Wow the chilaquiles were soooo good!! The sauce was great and it came with short rib. This was tender and flavorful. :) The French toast was delicious and came with a cranberry type topping. The mix of flavors, tart and sweet, just blended very well together. And it came with whipped cream. Yum! You have to check this place out for brunch. It was so fun and the coffee is great! read more

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I absolutely loved everything about this place which is an hidden gem. From the decor to the outdoor, the brunch menu to the fuller menu the wine list. Staff were pleasant and attentive even though we swam in 30 minutes before the 3 pm closing time (on a Saturday). read more

Aracely Cafe - The amazing pea soup & grilled Fried Brussels Sprouts Small Plate - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Cute outdoor area though restaurant is a bit middle of nowhere feeling. Service was a bit slow but overall didn't negatively affect the experience. Food was delicious though pricey for the portion size. Got the trip tip sandwich and loved the peppers and mushrooms cut super thin, though it was half the size I expected for the price. Added on the roasted cauliflower as a side for an extra $3 and it was worth it. Perfectly roasted with creamy hummus and the nuts and cheese really rounded it out. read more

Location is unique and their outdoor space is delightful. Friendly greeting. We got some appetizers and drinks and after some time the server returned to take our food orders. Service was fair to good overall, except in my party of 8 everyone received their meal at the same time... except me. I think they just forgot. Anyhow, eventually my meal arrived (the french toast brioche)- and it was delicious. Everyone seemed to enjoy their meals and the surroundings are quite idyllic. read more

Great place for a leisurely brunch. Good food and drinks, lovely atmosphere, and nice people. Will be back!

Food 8/10 Service 9/10 Ambiance 9/10 Drinks 8/10 Wow this is definitely a hidden gem! I ordered the bass dish and it was absolutely delicious. It was a perfect balance of flavors which allowed me to almost finish this large plate in one sitting. Because the flavors all paired nicely I felt like for every bite I was trying to get a little bit of everything on my fork. This place gave me European dining vibes. Not only were we seated outdoors comfortably in a spacey courtyard, but there were heaters to keep us warm throughout the night. I'd highly recommend coming for a date night read more

Aracely Cafe - Tri-tip - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Had weekend brunch with some girlfriends here. Made reservations beforehand which I recommend. Really good food and amazing decor. Although Treasure Island is ever-changing and there is alot of construction everywhere, Aracely Cafe is a gem of a place. It is as if you are transported to the Napa wine country without having to leave San Francisco. We sat in their outdoor patio and the weather was perfect. They have umbrellas to block the sun which was really nice. Dishes that we ordered - Small Plates: Burrata, Fried Brussel Sprouts, and the Jumbo Shrimp (all really good and flavorful, I think the burrata which came with a caramelized onion tart was my favorite, but the brussel sprouts with a green onion sauce was a close second) Mains: Egg in a Hole and Yellow Fin Tuna salad - Both good although the egg in a hole dish had what tasted like blue cheese (?) on it, not quite sure but it had a smelly cheese on it which I wish they pointed that out on the menu somehow. It really overpowered the flavors of the dish. The only negative was that my almond milk cappuccino was not very good at all. Hard to describe but it did not have the right consistency and flavor. It was undrinkable. All in all, great place with really good customer service and ambiance. I will be back. read more

Aracely Cafe - Egg in a hole, jumbo shrimp, fruit plate, French toast (off Specials menu) - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

A Wonderful Secluded Oasis on Treasure Island. With all the work going on in Treasure Island (TI to the locals), loads of building, road construction, and revamp you have to stay focused. And when you are hungry there you go to Arecely Cafe for lunch or an early dinner. An "almost" hidden gem in the middle of the island. With GPS its a snap. Located at 13th and E and set on an easy grid. We called and made reservations. With covid we recommend calling for current hours or getting there before 7PM closing time. Letty was at the bar filling orders when we came in. She was a fountain of activity. When she came over to greet us she was cheerful and we could tell she liked working here. A plus as you know great service follows. We explained we are on a KETO diet, and she was very accommodating to adjust our order of "Ancho Braised  Goat", on creamy polenta, roasted red peppers, fried serrano pepper, cilantro, to substitute roasted broccoli for the polenta (not KETO) . We were very happy. The food arrived and it was a good portion in a bowl. I must say I couldn't easily identify the wonderful layers of flavor in this, but was happy to have it to it's last drop. Easy to recommend, just know it's a little spicy. THE BUZZ: Parking - Yes street with handicapped Handicapped Friendly - Yes Bike Parking - Yes Reservations - Yes Greeted - Yes Seated - Self Ambience - Relaxed casual Noise Level - Normal Décor - functional seating Service - Yes Cleanliness - Clean Menu Selection - Great Menu + For Kids Food Style - American: upscale cuisine Presentation - Eye appealing Portions - Plentiful Take out - Yes Delivery - No Pricing - $$ Outdoor/Patio - Awesome Unique Feature - The Island Bar - Full Bar Happy Hour - Yes Good for Groups - Yes Kid Friendly - Yes Pet Friendly - On Patio Music/Live Music - Check Schedule Dress - Casual Cash/Credit - Yes Closed - Check schedule with COVID Website - Linda@aracelysf.com Phone - (415) 985-7117 read more

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The food was just okay and I felt like every dish they gave me was dirty. I love the location and it's cute but likely won't be back.

Pretty cool spot on treasure island. Call to make reservations. It was a nice place to brunch although the sun was super beaming so don't forget your sunglasses and sunscreen lol. While we were there was a baby shower going so I assume they do small events as well as just your normal dine in. Anyway, food was pretty good. I saw lots of people get the Benedict which looked amazing. I went for the tritip sandwich which was really good! We also had their empanadas and burrata appetizer. The burrata was okay I think I would've rather tired one of their other appetizers. Their chilaquiles were bomb! Lastly their spicy Paloma I highly recommend. Most times I don't feel like "spicy" cocktails ever have spice to them but this one did and it also still tasted great. read more

Aracely Cafe - Spicy Paloma - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Popped in randomly as it was a recommended spot. First had hair in my wrapped napkin. Then server never checked on us once we got our food for more drinks or anything. Had to walk to bar to ask for another drink. They were sitting down eating their own food. fries, soggy/undercooked. Wouldn't go back. read more

Aracely Cafe - Hair in napkin/utensils - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I find myself in Treasure Island often now and this is a fabulous place to get food and coffee. Yes, the food and vibe is lovely but they can also make delicious coffee which means I sometimes just walk in to grab a to-go cup. The people who work here are so friendly and there is distinctly laid back island feeling here. Even a little bridge drive will apparently do that to a place. read more

Had a GREAT time at their Day Party! So fun!Well organized, nice staff, lots of restrooms and a well stocked bar.

Who knew that within Treasure Island's seemingly desolate town lived this outdoor brunch gem? My coworker sis told me her bro had frequented this place with his bike buddies after their rides and we decided to head over. Weather was overcast but temperate and we were the 2nd batch of customers, which was preferred due to Covid times. The tables were spaced out and our server wore a mask. Menu had breakfast, lunch, small plates, dinner items, and a whole page of drinks. I ordered the freshly squeezed orange juice, croissant French toast, a side of bacon, and a poached egg. Coworker sis ordered the egg in a hole, 2 poached eggs, a side of bacon and the small Burrata plate. Can you tell we've been deprived of going out to brunch? Our server was very sweet and brought our meals out in a timely and accommodating manner. My meal was just what I needed- the croissant was flaky and crispy, cream cheese had the right amount of dulce de leche sweetness and the sliced peaches were perfectly ripe. My poached egg was ideally runny and the thickly cut bacon added a complimentary savory component to the meal. Orange juice was also refreshing! Overall the meal was about $40 each with tax and tip - a bit pricey for brunch but we did order some extras and we were happy to support our local businesses. I would go back and try the egg in a hole and their lunch/dinner options. Grateful to add another outdoor brunch spot to my list! read more

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Lots of good food. I love the fire place area. Service is nice and friendly, atmosphere is fantastic. Happy hour 3-6 btw :) read more

Aracely Cafe - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We had high hopes for our brunch reservations at Aracely Café (even if we couldn't pronounce the name). Unfortunately, we were disappointed. We arrived on time but stood outside for about ten minutes before being seated (even though we could see plenty of table empty). Once seated, we had a difficulty time talking because the live music (which was good, and which we were looking forward to as we walked up to the restauant) was just a bit too loud. The waiter eventually came and was friendly enough, and took our orders. I lost track of how long it took before we saw him again (maybe 40 minutes?), but it seemed eternal. So I was so excited when the food arrived. I need not have been. I ordered the wild mushroom grain bowl with a beef liver taco on the side. The grain bowl was well cooked (especially the mushrooms), but the bland was flavor. The liver in the taco was tasty and perhaps the best prepared liver I've eaten (and I've eaten my share of liver), but the crema was too ample and unappealing in both appearance and flavor (too mayo-esque). I should have gotten the chilaquiles, which someone else at the table got (but which we did not share because covid). As a table, we shared the croissant French toast. It was okay, crispy and not overly sweet, but still just okay. The best thing on the table was my gf's open-faced sandwich. The egg was perfectly done and paired well with the pesto and a sharp-tasting cheese, the bacon was thick and just salty enough to tie everything together - and all of it was on a lovely ciabatta (or bread that was tasty enough to be ciabatta). read more

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I'm giving this place the benefit of the doubt and 4-stars bc it's so hard to make it as a small restaurant these days, they are nice people, the menu is interesting, and the food is fresh. That said, there were some disappointments. The empanadas were solid. The breakfast platter was as well. The person who ordered this enjoyed the eggs, potatoes and peppers. The apple cider braised chicken sandwich was also good, and unique. Everything came together to make great flavor. The biggest bummer was the chicken and waffles. For $28 you get one waffle and two bone-in chicken wings doused in sauce. This just felt wrong. The breakfast sandwich is described as being on a brioche bun. Instead it came on an unimpressive flat-bread type of thing. For $18, not worth it. The staff is nice and attentive and the atmosphere was pleasant. I would give it another try but would stay away from high-priced items based on our experience. Too risky. read more

Such a beautiful fun place for dinner and drinks. We were looking for a place to relax and have a cocktail when we found this place tuck away on treasure island. They have a happy hour and offer small delicious bites. We sat by the fire place inside but they also have one outside. This place is a must! read more

Aracely Cafe - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Kept walking pass by this place and finally got to try their brunch. They had a good selection of savory and sweet dishes to choose from. Decided to get a little of everything or a lot depending on how you view it. Had the beef empanada, oysters on a half shell, fried brussels, croissant french toast, pork chop, and a side of bacon. Coz what would brunch be without a side of bacon. The pork chop was moist and seasoned well. The croissant french toast with the dulce de leche cream cheese and spiced apples had the right amount of sweetness that it didn't need the additional syrup that came with it. Paired with the saltiness of the bacon, the french toast is just yummm. Everything else unfortunately was just average. They have a full bar and a good wine and beer list. In retrospect, mimosas would've been a better choice. Because mimosas. read more

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Recommended. Beautiful place, warm and quiet in the morning. Lovely place to sit down a while and grab breakfast, lunch or coffee. Authentic sweet staff. 10 Stars for food tastefulness, service & atmosphere. This is probably my favorite restaurant in the Bay Area. Thank you! read more

Aracely Cafe - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

We love this hidden jewel. Friendly service, great ambiance. Try to stop in every time we come from San Diego. Food is good and love the decor. read more

Cool spot on Treasure Island with a pretty big outdoor space. Very cool little cocktail menu (I had the hibiscus margarita, which was great, and I wanted to try way more!). The menu was decently large with a brunch-type menu (I was there around midday on a Friday). Lots of interesting items on there. The Brussels sprouts were tasty, though not super exciting. The chilaquiles were very good (nice guac, house hot sauce, chips, beans, and cotija), but the beef cheek chunks were a bit mushy. read more

Great place to the enjoy a coffee and hangout with some friends on the weekend. There is always sports games from local college and high school. Recommend coming on a sunny day. They have a great open seating with warm inviting environment. Bring your Doggies too! read more

Aracely Cafe - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This is such an adorable little place. We love sitting inside or enjoying a beautiful day out on their patio. We've done brunch a few times and will continue to come back. Maybe one of these days we'll try the dinner menu. Bottomless mimosas, delicious food, and amazing service is why I am giving them 5 stars. Make a reservation as they are popular and busy. I promise the wait is worth it. read more

Enjoyed this small treasure island restaurant at the recommendation of a coworker. We sat outdoors in a nicely sunlit area and were quickly served by a very friendly waitress. I ordered the short rib chilaquiles at her recommendation and was not disappointed. The short rib was perfectly tender and seasoned and the portion of food was more than satisfying. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing sit down meal on TI! read more

Great ambiance, vibe & cocktails recommend for an elevated experience on treasure island! read more

Aracely Cafe - Great ambiance, vibe & killer cocktails - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Definitely a very cute gem in Treasure Island, but I wouldn't go out of my way to try the brunch here. The menu has some unique brunch items and the portions are generous; everything tasted good-okay but nothing exceptional. Dined: July 3, 2022 read more

Aracely Cafe - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing time with family! Great food, service and most of all.. company! My kid wanted to see treasure Island so stopped in for a yummy bite. They especially loved the grilled octopus! read more

Aracely Cafe - amazing taking my kid around Treasure Island and a wonderful lunch with her auntie and cousin! What an amazing place for family time! - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California