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Bistro Gambrinus

4.2 (360 reviews)
Open • 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Onion rings and garlic fries
Natalie R.

Wow. Buckle up kids it a garlicky ride. Wandered in, starving, garlic fries and onion rings for apps. Both excellent with the fries being a bit toooooo oily. Pork schnitzel was more breading than pork and the potatoes were also drenched in garlic oil. California burger comes with fries - great portions for the price, excellent burger. It's a sports bar. If we lived in the neighborhood we would likely go back but definitely wouldn't make a special trip. Cheers

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Sherrie K.

Nopa San Francisco Remember Cheers? You wanna go where everyone knows your name? Bistro Gambrinus is that kind of neighborhood place-small, cozy and Nael the owner is right there behind the bar...and waiting tables. Originally from Lebanon, his food reflects his heritage with American bar food thrown in. Food is made to order so expect to wait. Enjoyed the chicken piccata, best hummus, huge delicious burger, crispy brussel sprouts, chicken kebobs, super tasty fish n chips. Yum! Washed down with a lot of beer on tap! Drop in, watch a game and relax.

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THIS IS THE SPOT! In need of a cold beer and some small bites after a long work day? Bistro Gambrinus. Are you looking for a place to catch up with an old pal over a tasty dinner and bottle of wine? Bistro Gambrinus. You and your buddies can't find a spot to watch the niners game? Bistro Gambrinus. Want to get some work done or start that book but can't be at home anymore? Bistro Gambrinus. Neal has created a space that is open and inviting and perfect anytime. Great selection of beer, wine, and food. Chill vibe, family-like service! Reasonable prices and hefty portions. I can't recommend this place enough.

Sarah P.

Came here with a friend who was visiting around 9pm on a Thursday. there were a few people at the bar. the bartender was friendly and let us taste some beers. we got the liter of beer in the boot and it was great! will definitely be coming back here.

Christina S.

Came here the night of the Oregon St vs USC basketball game. It was my first time there and it was a busy night. We got two boot beers and I got the margarita pizza. It was pretty cold that night so some stranger asked to turn on the heater for us. We thanked him for his kindness because we were trying to turn it on ourselves. The kind man tells us he is the bar owner's cousin so he was just helping his cousin. We thought that was nice. Although it was busy, we got our food quick. $20 a boot beer- I would definitely say they're a hit. My first time ordering a boot beer and it was good. Tasted like a Stella to me, I like that. $15 pizza- I usually try to order a Margherita pizza wherever I go. It's simple, really good, and fast. I asked to add prosciutto ($2 charge) which was a really good price compared to other restaurants who has charged me more. This pizza was crispy, had lots of prosciutto, and was more than enough to feed 2 people. This night was busy. They have all the hot sugar dads there, even on a weekday. If you'd like to get a boot beer, with good food, and finding prosperous men, this is the place! Lol. We will be back as my friend is a regular here.

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Olga N.

Went today @7:15 pm and the place was closed. No one answered the phones. No notes left on the doors saying they would be closed. Sad I drove here for 1 hr for dinner with my friend. Please update your proper hours.

Crispy lacey cheesy goodness on pesto chicken sandwich
MJ C.

Come for the great beer selection and stay for the crispy cheese on the pesto chicken sandwich. Also solid beet salad.

Hunter Sausage, really good!

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Nael A.

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Nael A.

Thank you hahaha

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Great schnitzel and beer selection, including Czech dark beer. Friendly low key atmosphere. Best to Uner as parking can be difficult.

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4 months ago

Nice bar with solid bar food. Great draft beer selection as well! Can't go wrong with the mozz sticks or the onion rings

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7 months ago

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1 year ago

Great beer selection and has a comfy ambiance. I can spend hours here. The bartenders are nice people too.

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Nael A.

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This place had the best chicken piccata in San Francisco and there are so many good beers!

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1 year ago

Reasonably priced food. Excellent chicken piccata and fish and chips. Service was ok. Nice vibe

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4 years ago

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Thanks for the kind words Christina

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We take a break every year from Christmas to new years

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Ask the Community - Bistro Gambrinus

Do they have a full bar?

Bistro Gambrinus is a beer bar, we have beer and wine only.

They used to serve crawfish, no more?

Sadly no but everything I've eaten here has been incredible.

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