Food is EXCELLENT. Staff is very friendly, welcoming, and appreciative. Ambiance is what you would expect of a tight (stool seating along countertop) and often crowded diner. It can be very busy at times as it is (1) very popular with regulars, and (2) no longer a secret 'hidden gem'. The outdoor sidewalk (parklet) seating helps accommodate customers on their busy days. I've eaten here countless times, and I always leave VERY satisfied. read more

Art's Cafe - Bacon-avocado-cheese omelet, hash browns and English muffin - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

Well, it's been over 18 years since my first and last review of Art's Cafe. I'm sure I've changed more than this longstanding diner has. No, I haven't had cosmetic surgery, but thank you for asking. I've just been trying to eat with a little more discrimination in both my palate and my diet, but sometimes I like to indulge myself with a few extra calories my body is more than willing to accept begrudgingly. Quite reassuring to see the set-up never changes here. It's still the same 14-stool counter in the same hallway-size space. I came in on a weekday about a half-hour before closing. There was only one customer at the far end of the counter and now me. After 30 years, the original owners retired during the pandemic, and the current owners had taken the reins without skipping a beat. They're still serving the same combination of classic American diner fare and traditional Korean staples. Previously, my penchant for greasy spoons left me in a state of American isolationism. For example, a while ago, I had the $16.55 Tuna Melt on toasted sourdough with lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, and cheese. It truly hit the spot with a pile of krinkle fries thrown in for good measure (Photo 9). This time for the first time, I went fusion and finally ordered their signature $17.75 Hash Brown Sandwich with Dakgogi (Chicken).and Shredded Cheddar Cheese. It was a satisfying exercise in gluttony, for sure, with two eggs sunnyside-up and sourdough toast (Photo 10). I thought I wouldn't finish it. I thought wrong. Besides, it was a treat watching Young (the wife) cook it in front of me on the sizzling grill. FOOD - 4 stars...hash brown or not to hash brown, that is the question AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...dependably dependable diner SERVICE - 4.5 stars...mighty quick and friendly TOTAL - 4 stars...still the same greasy spoon from days of yore RELATED - Exploring the Sunset? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/kZkvjG0MAn read more

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The Bulgogi was a little hard and chewy. It was dry. The eggs was overcooked. The toast was nicely buttered, just enough and it went well with the Jams. The hash browns are perfect crispy and not oily. The servers here know their craft very well the cook was very systematic and he keeps the griddle very clean. He cooks the hash browns like a master. The lady who does the plating is so nice and precise., the server is very efficient able to handle the job of serving inside and outside tables. The place is small but the addition of tables outside tables is very nice. I am imagining my self coming back on a sunny and calm weather., read more

Art's Cafe - Great Hashbrowns - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

I ordered the Spicy Art's Cafe Pork Belly Sandwich, it was a tasty sandwich with good quality pork belly, but a bit too many onions for me. The friends I went with all enjoyed their burger orders. The service was excellent, they go above and beyond for their guests. The interior has a great diner feel, but if it's full, their will be a wait time. There's a small clipboard outside to add the name and number of guests. My friends and I decided to sit in their parklet and didn't have to wait to sit inside. read more

Art's Cafe - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came on a Saturday morning and was seated pretty quickly outside. I got the hot link hash brown sandwich and it was great. It came with eggs and your choice of toast and everything went well together. The restaurant itself is pretty small inside but it makes up for it with the outdoor seating! read more

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We went on a Tuesday morning and sat up at the bar with no wait. The service was quick and friendly. The vibes are classic old school city diner with no frills but the food hits! The hash browns were cooked to perfection! Would definitely recommend to give it a try if you're in the area. read more

Art's Cafe - 2 eggs any style with sausage and English muffin - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a convenient spot if you're near Golden Gate Park. They have a single bar of seating inside and the tables outside. As a table of four, we were grateful that the manager was willing to ask a party of two sitting at a four-top to relocate so that we could have a table sooner. The manager also stopped by to entertain us a little after a lengthy wait for our food. I had the beef Bulgogi plate which comes with rice and side salad. The food was delicious. Other menu items we ordered were pancakes, a hamburger, and the tuna melt. Everyone was happy with their food. The service was kind and professional, though the wait times were significant. $19 felt overpriced to me for the bulgogi plate considering 2/3 of my order were just white rice and a paltry salad. I would still recommend this family owned business. Just be prepared for the wait and the slightly overpriced food (which is hard to avoid in SF now). Oh, and try not to be swallowed by the tiny, cramped bathroom in the back. That was an experience all its own. read more

Art's Cafe - Beef bulgogi plate - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sooo yummy and has the friendliest staff! Came here (hungover) for the first time and loved it. The waitlist looks like writing your name on the whiteboard and waiting until they call your name. Definitely worth the wait! I ordered the Bulgogi special and it was sooo tasty. I loved the cheese with the bulgogi and the hash browns. We also ordered the Grilled Banana French Toast to share between 3 ppl. It was just ok. It's a tight diner like space inside and you get to see the chef's chef it up. There is also outdoor seating too, but the Sunset is always chilly. read more

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Once upon a time, long long ago,, Art's Cafe was a quintessential locals spot for breakfast. It was unique, it was affordable, it was quick, and they treated their customers with kindness and respect. Then the original owner retired. They are truly missed. They were 80% of what made this place amazing. When we found out someone was taking over there was rejoice. Unfortunately, most of the things that arts used to be are long gone. I would say that the service is unapologetically horrible. They did come up with a way to keep the menu the same. But there is no love. read more

Been twenty years or more since I was last at this counter diner cafe, bringing back nostalgia with my same friend who had breakfast with me here. Asked for a recommendation and ordered hash melt and banana French toast with bottomless coffees. Large portions and lots of carbs. International postcards lay on the counter. People are efficiently busy at work and it's a marvel to watch them in between eating and talking. Tiny place, so go early, because it can get full fast. read more

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Cute mom and pop shop! It's got a simple American brunch vibes. When we arrived around 9am, there was a waitlist posted outside. I don't think there was an online waitlist, so you'd have to arrive to put your name down. You could sign up to either wait for an inside or outside table (they listed expected wait times), but inside tables weren't available if you had a group of 5 or more. We sat outside since we had a group of 5. The wait for us was about 10-15 minutes. The outside seating is made of folding tables and chairs, which give a casual, easy ambiance. Service was nice! They came quickly to get our orders and give us water. I ordered the "Two Pancakes, Two Eggs, & Sausage" ($17.75). It was yummy, though personally I thought the scrambled eggs were a little overcooked. Pretty standard pancakes, perhaps a little dry, and sausage. Toppings for the pancakes came in little plastic containers. I also got a hot tea ($3.75), which was just hot water and a Bigelow tea packet. Personally, with what I ordered specifically, I think the price for what you get is lack luster. However, I didn't order any of the Korean fusion options or hash brown melts, so I would come back to try those next time! read more

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Can't find many mom and pop places these days. A couple years ago a new mom and pop took over Art's Cafe which was run by a different couple for 30 years. They haven't changed much to the menu. The breakfast place still has Korean - American breakfast fusion options in addition to Korean and American favorites. I like my hashbrowns crispy and they did a good job here without making them overly oily. We ended up eating the hashbrown sandwiches with knives and forks but the concept is still cute. The eggs were expertly made, and the toast and English muffins were standard. They open early for breakfast which is nice because most of the restaurants nearby don't open until lunch or later. It's a convenient spot that is somewhat near Golden Gate Park's botanical garden, art museum, etc. They have parklet seating in addition to the inside diner bar. I wanna sit inside one day because it looks adorably nostalgic inside the restaurant. read more

Art's Cafe - bulgogi beef hashbrown sandwich - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I feel like it's not the same as it used to be. Service is quite slow and portions are smaller than a couple years ago. I normally get their bibimbap, which is good, but I feel like I get a bigger portion for the same price at other places! Art's is great for that nostalgic diner feel, but it's pretty mediocre now. read more

Art's Cafe - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

Shockingly my first time and not my last time! Perfection with the crispy hashbrown. The bugolgi beef was not too sweet, so yummy and a lot stuffed in the hashbrown. I got a side of pancakes and that was ok for me. It was a little tough but my friend likes it. I want to go back to try more. I had my friends French toast that was good read more

Art's Cafe - Bugolgi hash brown sandwich with scrambled eggs - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Small diner in the sunset, usually a wait! I got the eggs with bulgogi which was delicious and hit the spot. It is kind of pricey but I love the Asian influence and the vibe. You can see them preparing the food at the counter. read more

Art's Cafe - Two Eggs Beef - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

A hole in the wall is the literal description of this place. Cozy small spot really makes you reminisce of the old days. Food was fresh as they cook it right in front of you. Really is amazing to see how your food is being prepared. It makes you respect those in the service industry more. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. Though to sit inside is most definitely a first come first serve type of environment. Very nice people working here would definitely come back if I am around the area. read more

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Come for: the best pancakes and hash browns in SF Know that: Parking can be tough during the lunch hours Art's Cafe is the place that restores your love of breakfast and brunch. It is the type of spot you'd expect Anthony Bourdain to showcase and where ratatouille moments happen. The quintessential mom and pop shop, the owners are lovely and treat you like you like a family member who just came home. You can choose outdoor seating or a seat at the counter - choose the counter and watch the magic happen. And the prices are very fair. I ordered the pancakes with bacon, scrambled eggs, and a side of hash browns. The pancakes were exquisite - fluffy with just a little chew, and perfect level of sweetness. The bacon is crispy and semi-thick to give it some body. Eggs were seasoned well. And the crispy hash browns should be in the dictionary to describe what hash browns should be. I do not have a picture of the meal because my body began devouring it the second the first waft of those pancakes fresh off the griddle hit my nose. Overall, In a city where so much brunch looks like you're paying for the instagram clout rather than food, Art's Cafe brings back joy in simplicity. You will be hard pressed to find a better breakfast in the city, especially for the price. Just be prepared to have everywhere else's $22 instagram pancakes ruined for the rest of your life. read more

This weekend was my first time ever in San Francisco. Me and my husband were looking for a nice place to eat with great food, we came across this mama and Papa shop.. we got to interact with the owners and the owner son, which is something you don't see every day. Their service is 10 out of 10. Joe (the owner's son) was nice enough to kind of let down a to-do list in San Francisco. Something he did not have to do but was kind enough to share places he recommend the food was 10 out of 10. I got the steak and mushroom breakfast fireee my husband ended up getting the simple pancake and egg breakfast with the side of sausage biscuit uyyy yum ! Most definitely will be coming back read more

Art's Cafe - Postcard of people are recommending this place - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

We loved our time at this restaurant! Our son got there ahead of time and put our name on the list. There is a counter insider with stools to sit on and tables outside undercover. We sat outside which was great. Our server brought coffee and water promptly and also took our order. There were so many things to choose from and I honestly don't think you could go wrong. The hash browns were great as were the hash brown sandwiches the omelette was a hit with my mom. I think it was $110.00 for the four of us with a tip. Also the wait staff is wonderful!! read more

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A great local spot that has the burger you're looking for! Glad I finally tried this place out in the neighborhood and I would recommend it for a comfort lunch day! Only complaint - fries were too overdone for me read more

Art's Cafe - Bacon Avocado Cheeseburger with a everything and grilled onions - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

So.. I was looking up places for breakfast, I wanted a local restaurant, san francisco experience, and We got it. This place was suggested when I was looking up places in the area. Our wait was just a few mins, my husband wanted to eat outside but I said nooo we have to get the experience! And he was happy with that suggestion after. It's very small countertop dining inside. You get to watch your food being cooked and then they turn around and hand it to you. My husband got the hash brown sandwich and was very happy with it. My son got pancakes and I got a club sandwich. Everything was great! Owner was very friendly and said he was walking behind us and knew we were going to go to his restaurant. His dad is the chef and mom was as well. Possibly it was sister making the eggs? As we were walking around so many different options for breakfast, my husband said no stick to your plan! Glad we did! We'll be back again! read more

Art's Cafe - Club House - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Great food and has very old-school vibes. The service is efficient. The open kitchen is a kinda cool with the classic diner set up. Food tastes fresh and was made well. Nothing blew my mind, but was solid. read more

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Have not been here since I lived here 25 years ago! Nothing has changed. Brilliant! Possible that the menu has been reprinted... prices seems a little higher than 1999 read more

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Super cozy, perfect place for quick a quick breakfast. People working there work so hard and are very nice:)

I really enjoyed my quick breakfast fix in this small by just place. The waiter was amazing and I met so many nice people while eating on the outside patio with my 3 year old. The food was decent. Hits the spot if you're in a hurry and want breakfast. I wasn't a fan of the hash browns eventhough they are freshly grated. They were just too mushy for me and there wasn't much seasoning so I added salt. The only taste I didn't enjoy is the taste of oil on the hash browns. They NY steak was skinny and wasn't seasoned either but with salt and pepper we made it work and it e enjoyed the food enough to eat all of it but the hash browns. Good coffee as well. I'd visit again if I'm nearby again. read more

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This place is such a wonderful place to visit on a weekend for some brunch -- I feel like I'm transported to an 80s diner with the bar-style seating inside (seats ~10?), and watching the owners cook the food can only be described as cinematic. It is truly electric watching them work together and prepare orders, and it makes the longer wait worth it (weekends, especially on Sundays, can be quite busy! Anticipate waiting at least 30 minutes for food and more for a table) I got the specialty hash brown sandwich with bulgogi -- As a skeptic of both brunch and fusion, I was definitely hesitant to order this but also curious! And I'm glad I did. The bulgogi was some of my favorite bulgogi I've eaten, well marinated and perfectly balancing sweet and savory, and the hash brown was extra crispy and fun to eat with the bulgogi. Also nice to eat with a side of white toast and a sunny side up egg to get a little creamy balance to the savory of the bulgogi. My only wish would be some bibimbap sauce on the side! Definitely recommend coming out to support what is clearly a sunset institution. :) read more

So freaking good. I'm from the east coast and I love a good diner! This reminds me of high school nights. The tuna melt is everything! I had the hashbrowns with cheese & onions, so delicious. The feel is very homey & diner like. The waitress was quite nice and attentive without being overbearing. read more

Art's Cafe - Tuna Melt Hashbrown Melt - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

Classic, cozy, family-run diner located in the sunset with Korean twists and American staples. They have super limited indoor seating an outdoor park-let with some outdoor seating. Expect lines on the weekends but it's all really worth it! The staff are all extremely friendly, hardworking and attentive. The food is very home-y and filling with large portion sizes that'll make you want to take a nap right after. Definitely worth checking out and perfect for a lazy Sunday after a night out. read more

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This is a no frills, all American diner with a Korean twist. I loved this diner when I first visited years ago, and recently came back after they changed ownership. I was happy to see that the food was still just as good as my previous visit. My favorite is their hash brown sandwich! It's not something you find in most restaurants, and is perfectly crispy. I was craving a traditional American breakfast this day, so I opted for the hot link hash brown sandwich, which satisfied my craving. I need to come back and try their Korean items. This isn't the place for a fancy brunch. It's a good, solid, traditional diner. It's also a small family owned business. The family was SO lovely, kind, and provided wonderful customer service. Check them out and support them if you're in the area! read more

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Tasty brunch, bring cash (though not required). We had unfortunately slow service on the day we went and had our coffee comped but saw both tables next to us arrive and leave, and our food took at least 40 mins. Not sure what happened. The staff was very friendly regardless and we enjoyed our food. We'll be back to this neighborhood spot! read more

I'd like to give 3.5 stars for Arts Cafe. We were doing a day trip to SF with friends and heard a lot of hype about Arts Cafe. It's a very small shop with a small street seating area as well. With the hype, the wait time on a Saturday morning was long. Once we received our food, we were a little underwhelmed compared to expectations. The French toast was very mid. The flavor of the bulgogi was great but some bites were a bit tough. The egg wasn't quite as runny as we'd like, but still good. Everything taken into account, it's a good spot if you're in the area and looking for variation on a typical breakfast. But it did not live up to the hype we had heard before coming. read more

Art's Cafe - French Toast - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

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They kept the hash brown tradition going! Still love going here for a classic diner breakfast - two eggs over medium, pork sausages, hash browns and sourdough toast. Service is friendly and quick. The hardest part is waiting for seating. Inside is just counter seats but outside has tables right in the bustling pedestrian sidewalks so lots of people watching is possible. Total 1950's-60's diner vibes with this place. read more

Veggie omelet / hot links omelet - 4/5, can't go wrong with an omelet! Hash browns were great as usual. Spicy pork bibimbap - 3/5, good amount of food and lots of veggies! Unfortunately the sauce seemed to be lacking something flavor-wise, but not bad. read more

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10/10 best breakfast I've ever had in my life. The bulgogi hash brown sandwich changed my life read more

Art's Cafe - Bulgogi hash brown sandwich - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

Arts Cafe is just a solid breakfast spot! classic diner vibes, great portions, and food that always hits the spot. The pancakes are fluffy, the eggs are cooked perfectly, and the service is consistently friendly and fast. It's the kind of place you can count on whether you're grabbing a quick solo breakfast or meeting friends on the weekend. Nothing fancy, just good, reliable diner comfort. I particularly like it because they have lunch ALL DAY! Their bulgolgi slaps. read more

So delish! Old time diner with breakfast and lunch offerings with some Korean twists. We had 2 hash brown sandwiches with hot links and with bulgogi. We also had a normal breakfast with pancakes, has browns and eggs. All portions were sizable and so delish. It was like a stage show watching the husband/wife team cook and prepare the food. Will definitely add this place to our rotation. Want to try the pork belly sandwich (with homemade kimchee) and the samauri (bulgogi omelette with hash browns - can substitute rice for has browns). I would encourage you to try this place. Counter seating only with outdoor seating. May get chilly. read more

Art's Cafe - Hashbrown Melt with bulgogi - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Art's Cafe is the perfect little neighborhood breakfast spot serving up bulgogi and hash browns among other classic American foods. I enjoyed dining here with parents and their kids. It's clearly a cozy family friendly destination and a great small business to support. read more

Art's Cafe - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is good for what it is! Diner food! They have a patio outside for larger parties. I got the spinach cheese omelette. I think I would've really liked the hash brown sandwich. The cinnamon french toast was a bit lacking. read more

Art's Cafe - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

So, I really wanted to like this place. The reviews were great, but I'm not sure why honestly. The inside is so small it only fits a few people. They do have outdoor seating which is where we sat. I ordered one pancake, sausage and hash browns. My boyfriend ordered French toast and scrambled eggs. To start... we waited 20 minutes for the food and then it was given to the table next to us. The guy did apologize, but then it took another 15 minutes just to get our order. THEN the strangest thing happened... a few of the costumers dining at the restaurant STOLE the servers jacket with his wallet in it.!!!! The server ran around the block looking for them... it was crazy. Obviously, there was a lot going on. My only real complaint is that the food wasn't even good, I'd say 5/10. Avoid this place if you can. read more

Art's Cafe - Menu July 2024 - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We love their hashbrown sandwiches! The change of ownership introduced some modernity to the place, with their acceptance of Apple Pay and a waitlist with fairly accurate wait times, but we were so glad they kept the hashbrown sandwiches as the signature menu item. Perfectly crispy on the outside with a tasty filler of your choice on the inside. The attentive pair of waiters who offered to bring us beverages helped make our 20-minute wait for a table feel much shorter. I appreciated the respectful and smooth "dance" of the cooks (owners?) and the staff in the tight space behind the counter. Love the welcoming and friendly vibe of the place. read more

Art's Cafe - Bulgogi hashbrown sandwich and a side of bacon - Diners Near Me - San Francisco, California