I absolutely love this place. It feels like an old-style tavern where you can truly enjoy a great conversation alongside an exceptional meal. There's something about the ambiance that makes you want to slow down and savor every moment. They always have different specials on the menu, which keeps the experience exciting every time you visit. One of my absolute favorites is the escargot, served in a rich garlic butter sauce simply incredible and full of flavor. The bread is served warm, which is always a lovely touch, and if you're into salads, the burrata caprese is a must. Fresh, creamy, and perfectly balanced. A charming spot for good food, good vibes, and even better company. read more

Brazen Head - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

Open late night, outdoor seating, dog friendly, and known for prime rib... which is exactly why we chose this spot. Unfortunately, our second visit for Mother's Day dinner was a let down. Right away, our male server informed us they were already out of prime rib, which was disappointing considering it's one of the main reasons people come here. He also didn't seem very welcoming from the start. We ended up ordering the NY pepper steak, lobster ravioli, and escargot. The escargot was fine, but the lobster ravioli was honestly a huge letdown. It came with only six small pieces for around $40 and tasted like something I could've bought frozen from Trader Joe's and topped with Alfredo sauce at home. Definitely not worth the price. The steak portion itself was decent, but there was confusion with the sides. We asked to substitute both sides for baked potatoes, but the server misunderstood. She later offered to bring another baked potato, but by then we didn't want to risk being charged extra. What frustrated us more was the lack of transparency. The menu states that all entrees come with a baked potato, but apparently pasta dishes don't qualify. When we mentioned how disappointed we were with the lobster ravioli portion, the response was basically offering us more complimentary bread or ordering an additional entree. The server even acknowledged that the ravioli portions are not entree size, which honestly made it worse. Overall, the experience completely turned us off. Between being out of prime rib, the poor value, confusing menu details, and underwhelming service, I don't think I'll be back. Also worth noting: they charge a credit card processing fee. read more

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Walked in on a Tuesday evening for dinner at 8:30. The place was pretty packed but we only had to wait a couple minutes to be seated. We sat inside by the exit door. The place has dim red lighting and is super date night coded. Service was okay this night, but they were busy. We each ordered the petite filet and asked for the sides to be all veggies. I usually get mashed potatoes, which is really yummy! My friend and i ended up ordering another filet mignon to share as the petite filet was not enough. I would suggest getting the 10oz filet mignon per person. We each got 2 glasses of the Cabernet Sauvignon, which paired really well with the steak. read more

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A good burger, nice ambiance, and great service. I really enjoyed my meal here. We were able to walk in and get a table for two inside on a Thursday. I didn't feel rushed at all, and got to enjoy my burger and a glass of wine. The restaurant is dimly lit and pulls really red on camera, but not in a way that feels overly romantic in person. read more

Brazen Head - Brazen Burger - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a must stop and have a great dinner when you are in San Francisco. It is just so perfect. Now, this is not super fancy food, but it is fine dinning and the best steak place. You will love everything about it. Make a reservation. You really need to do that. It is crowded on weekends. It is great for a date night, it is just so pretty, but it is also family friendly. The prices are what you expect in San Francisco, but it is what it is. And it is great. They have great steaks, made just the way you want and their prime rib is wonderful. They have the best sides. Try their green beans, which have the nicest touch of garlic or their creamed spinach. All of their desserts are great. It is comfortable and you are never rushed. The service is the best. You will love it. read more

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This place is a must visit. The ambiance is made for a great date night spot, the red and dim lighting really sets the mood. The service is great. The food is delicious. We got the filet mignon 10oz with rice and green beans. The filet was tender (ordered medium rare), the rice was nice and buttery, the green beans were made with garlic and perfectly seasoned with salt. I would absolutely order this again. We also ordered the prime rib, which was a little fatty than the filet cut but still very good. Comes with creamed spinach and mash potatoes. I can't wait to come back already! Totally worth every dollar. read more

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Shelly was incredible. From the introduction, to the meal, to the fun conversation all throughout, I've been here several times and she is now a reason for me to come back! Food is always divine! No regrets. read more

The ambiance and setting inside brazen head is super nice with the red and dim lighting. There was no wait when I came here on weekdays. I got the seasonal spiked peppermint hot chocolate with schnapps recently and it was so good. The flavor is good and the chocolate isn't overpowered by the schnapps. I do wish they had more vegetarian options here and even the spaghetti without meatballs cannot be made vegetarian since the sauce is made with beef. I got the impossible burger since it was the one no meat option and it was delicious. The impossible meat and the bread and sauce are so good and I'm glad I tried it. The mashed potatoes are also good though could use some seasoning. I also got the tomato burrata appetizer and wasn't a fan so probably would not get it again. The service here is great as well! read more

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Drinks: 10/10 Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 I'd be surprised if someone came here and left unhappy with their experience. read more

My 1st visit took place during the pandemic where they were offering take-out, which I remembered the food being very tasty. Fast forward 5 years later, the food is still tasty. My most recent visit took place a few Saturday nights ago and it was a lovely experience dining outside in their parklet. I didn't have a reservation and luckily, there were plenty of seating available outside at 6pm, which was for the better because inside can get quite loud. Full service offered inside and outside. I never felt ignored as different staff stopped by. I opted for the petit filet, which was just the right amount of meat. I did wish that there were a few more green beans and a little more mashed potatoes as the sides were a little scanty (just my opinion). Prices are fair given the rising costs of everything. Street parking can be difficult, but not impossible. Looking forward to my next visit at Brazen Head. #23/2025 read more

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Brazen Head is one of those hidden neighborhood spots that instantly feels like home. Tucked away on a quiet corner in Cow Hollow, this dark little spot oozes old-school charm--like it's been serving locals for a hundred years. It's dark and seems old, but with eighties remodel ceiling lights. The menu is focused and comforting, packed with hearty, meat-forward classics that hit the spot. When you are seated, there is are two forks and a steak knife to prepare you for your dinner. You'll find salads and appetizers to start, followed by entrées that come with your choice of mashed or baked potato and seasonal vegetables which are brocolli or green beans depending on the entree. For vegetarians, there is an impossible burger served with creamy mashed potatoes. It is a good size portion 1/2 cup scoop, and not overloaded. There is also an appetizer garden salad, but it's not a meal size so order an entree. Everything else has meat. There are no vegan options here, but that's to be expected. Everything feels simple and satisfying. Don't skip dessert--it's the perfect finish. The wood bar adds to the nostalgic vibe and there's a small TV for those who want to turn their backs from the bar to catch a game without the loud sports-bar scene. There's also a parklet on the side for outdoor seating. Please don't arrive in hurry because the service is off. It's meant to be cozy and dark and intimate. They want you to go slow which is nice, but I asked for water three times. The busser took away plates, and I still didn't have water. Maybe it wasn't their night, but we arrived a little after 5pm on a Sunday and it wasn't that busy. read more

Brazen Head - The Impossible Burger - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Saw this restaurant advertised on Check please. Parking is very challenging, but I really enjoyed my simple meal. We had ceasar salad ( mine with Anchovies ).... we had the roasted garlic & cheese appetizer. Petite filet minion. And a clam chowder special.... all dishes were mild flavored and tasty. Ended the evening with apple crisp & bread pudding. No complaints.... warm service and nice dark relaxed vibe. The drink wasn't very strong, but since Ì don't drink often... it was perfect for me. Warm regards, Sharine read more

Brazen Head - Ceasar salad w/ anchovies - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been here multiple times but finally got around to writing a review. Brazen head has a very intimate and cozy atmosphere with dim lighting. Service is always attentive and very welcoming. People primarily come here for their martinis and NY strip, but in my mind they are known for their bread pudding! Honestly can't go wrong- I usually get the Chicken Marsala (bc I'm not a big NY strip girl), a Cosmo or martini and then I cannot leave the establishment without their amazing bread pudding! Hopefully you are sensing a theme lol read more

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Amazing martini's and great food. Can't wait to go back ! I had the burger and a Caesar salad. Plus their martini. They have bevy of martinis glasses chilling on the bar ready for the next order. Eating at the bar was also a treat read more

Brazen Head - Brazen Head Martini - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

Old-school, cozy steakhouse vibes--very small inside, but there's a bar and some outdoor seating too. They don't take reservations, so be ready for a bit of a wait. Prices are super reasonable! We spent $168 for two people, which included a bottle of wine, two apps, two entrées, and dessert. The standout was the petite filet--cooked perfectly medium rare with great flavor. On the flip side, the meatballs were a bit dry, and the French onion soup lacked depth. The lobster ravioli came in a light sauce, but unfortunately, the lobster tasted overly fishy. Now the bread pudding? Absolutely amazing. Warm, served with ice cream, and packed with apples and raisins--it totally stole the show. Overall, I'd 100% go back for the steak and that bread pudding--but probably skip the rest. read more

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Packed and lively. Went with their prime rib which was good with the rice! Great place to go after or before drinks! Food comes out fast and it's hearty! read more

Brazen Head - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

We ended up coming here only because it was open late on a Thursday night and it turned out to be amazing! The restaurant had a dark, cozy new England tavern vibe and it was just what we needed after walking in the wind. It was busy with the bar seating being full as well. I devoured my lobster ravioli. It was really fresh and the sauce was cleaned straight off my plate especially paired with ripe heirloom tomatoes . They were also able to customize an off-menu vegetable pasta for my friend. Would definitely be back! read more

Brazen Head - Lobster Ravioli - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

The food here is decent, but the vibe where they really shine. Moody, intimate, and quaint...a vignette from a bygone era that is tough to capture in words. The kind of place that could only exist in San Francisco... As a carnivore, I am always on the hunt for good steak. I tried their New York Strip, which is served with a cream sauce. While portioned and cooked well (temperature on point), I felt it was a bit under-seasoned. The sauce also could have used a bit more depth and texture (it was a bit too loose, imo). At this price point ($43), I expect a slightly elevated experience, or something that pops. It was good, but it really wasn't anything special. There is a +$3 up-charge for "loaded" baked potato, which, for some reason comes deconstructed. I also tried the French onion soup. I felt this was excessively priced at $14, and again was not really anything special. The serving size is average and the broth was pretty thin. I would skip this next time. The most disappointing part was a charge of $10 for soda water, which they do not have on tap. I think they charged for refills, even though on several of the pours, they didn't ask if I wanted more...they just poured. There was also a discrepancy between the hand-written bill and the final bill after they swiped my credit card (an additional +$2.19, which I assumed was a CC fee). All in, it's an expensive meal. I do feel that the charm of the place is enough to warrant the 4 stars, however. There's something to the atmosphere that's hard to capture in words...the dark stained hard-wood panels and cozy candlelights (real flames!) at the bar. The portraits on the wall from an era lost to time. It's the kind of place that feels welcoming and warm, even if you've never been there before...like coming home to an old friend. I'd return with a date or if I'm looking for a cozy setting with a (small) group of friends. On food quality and value, though, there are other options in the city that I feel offer a better value. read more

Brazen Head - New York Strip Pepper Steak. Good, but a bit under-seasoned. Sauce was lacking depth. $46 (inc +$3 up-charge for loaded backed potato) - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came on Monday 23rd,2026 right at 5:00pm and was greeted by the host. He sat us amd was very kind. Our server was Brean or Briana she was so amazing, she was so sweet, knowledgeable and had the best attitude . Thank you Escargo, prime rib,lobster ravioli, and that double Ocho. Best birthday dinner. Thank you!!!! read more

Brazen Head is our Go To when in town for Classic Steakhouse atmosphere Dark, low red lights, cozy perfect for a Manhattan, Nice glass of red and Prime rib. We had the best experience Sunday 11/23 arrived 5pm when the doors opened. We were sat a great table for two and had the best all around experience from our server, the meal everything went great! Highly recommended. read more

Shhhhh! Don't tell anybody. A friend of mine invited me to an event in San Francisco and suggested we stop by brazen head for dinner beforehand. I had never been there and frankly was a little skeptical. Surprise, surprise, surprise, surprise, never judge a book by its cover. When I walked in, I immediately felt a positive uplifting vibe the seats at the bar were mostly full already, and the restaurant was popping. I definitely will return to hang out. Bartenders seem to know all the locals on a first name basis. My kind of place and I don't even drink alcohol ha ha. read more

Brazen Head - Never judge a book by its cover. Cow hallow's little sleeper spot. - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

I used to go here all the time. I went back to show some people new to the city how amazing it was. Decor still tops. Service at the bar was rancid. I've made choices for my own lifestyle that do not appeal to the bartender. He made it abundantly clear to any one in earshot my sobriety is boring to him while I was ordering. Obviously the wrong place to go for a human to be human and make their own choices. Better luck next life old guy tending bar. read more

One of my favorite places for a drink after work or after a long night. Small, dark, and cozy vibes inside but typically not too hard to get a table or squeeze into a spot at the bar. Food is way too good to be notable for just being open late night. You can smell the freshly made garlic bread from a block away, so please do yourself a favor and order it as soon as you sit down. The best pairing is of course with their famous ice cold martinis and throw in the meatballs if you're looking for a heartier appetizer. Never a disappointing visit, love coming back. read more

During a visit to San Francisco, we found Brazen Head, an Irish pub with a French menu, in Cow Hollow--located west of Wharf and east of the Presidio - Richmond district. It offers late dining, serving until midnight, which fit our late schedule. The pub appears popular with all ages, offering excellent food at great prices for SF. We enjoyed Dirty Hendrick's Martinis and a Meatballs Marinara appetizer. Our main courses, New York Pepper Steak ($43) and Penne & Meatballs ($24), were perfectly prepared. The neighborhood is safe. Dining Hours: * Sunday to Tuesday: 5pm - 11pm * Wednesday to Saturday: 5pm - 12am Note: Reservations are not accepted. I highly recommend a visit read more

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After getting burned by The Alembic -- closed early, no hours posted, no one picking up the phone -- I needed a sure thing. Enter The Brazen Head. This place is the opposite: open, consistent, welcoming. Bomb‑ass filet mignon. Strong, properly made drinks. Friendly, no‑pretension vibe. You walk in and feel like you're in on a local secret instead of some overhyped BS. Special shoutout to Danny, the OG behind the bar -- pro as hell and cool every single time. And honestly, the rest of the staff deserves love too. They're the reason this place has stayed rock‑solid for decades. Reliable. Reliable. Reliable. When SF's trendy spots flake, Brazen Head shows up. read more

There is a lot to love about the Brazen Head, but the food is not top of the list. The staff is very wonderful and the setting excellent. The food is more like what I imagined a mid-Westerner from the mid 1970s would call comfort food. You know, overcooked steak, green beans swimming in butter, white rice swimming in butter, mashed potatoes all fancy with garlic, and overcooked baked potato, just like Aunt Sarah would make. You know, food that would makes sense in a cafeteria, but brought to your table instead. The place was packed on a Tuesday with people waiting to get in. Go figure. The martini was spot on, the wine quite nice, the Caesar salad perfect (asked for light dressing.) While I would never in a month of Sundays come back for $150+ tab for two, I kinda get why a certain kind of person would dearly fall in love with the place. read more

We were looking for a place to have a drink or two before dinner and this popped up. I'm so glad it did. The martinis were awesome, sitting at the bar (you can eat there too) was so nice. The bartenders were helpful and friendly to everyone and the atmosphere is so inviting. You definitely want to be there when it opens to snag a place at the bar. The people next to us were having steaks and they looked amazing. I will be back for another martini AND a steak dinner haha read more

Awesome!!! 5 stars and more! I've been coming to Brazen Head for more than 30 years. Sadly I moved out of The City a few years ago and hadn't been in bit. I'm overjoyed to say it's as good if not better than ever. Prime Rib Mashed Potatoes Steamed Broccoli at the bar - you can't go wrong!!! Bartender are always on point. Always pour stiff martinis. Pros like these is why my wife and I always eat at the bar. This place is old school. It was old school 30+ years ago and the only thing that had changed is they now take credit cards. Love it!!! read more

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Absolutely solid steak place that serves other things like branzino, veal piccata, stroganoff and lobster ravioli (menu changes frequently). Did I mention Brazen Head serves steak? YES! Because this is the way when you want a very good to excellent cut of Prime Rib, New York strip, Filet Mignon or thick bone-in pork chop - and you can get it right up until closing time. Come as you are after work or in a sweater and jeans. Dining room is small and pub snug, packed solid on a Friday night (75 minute wait, no reservations) so even with the wind kicking up and a bit of rain, we settled in at the parklet outside, made toasty with a heat lamp. We were surprisingly cozy. (Don't say 'no' out of hand to sitting outside in inclement weather; it was warm and not crowded.) The Incinerator had penne and meatballs, tasted like the meatballs were beef, pork and veal, excellent. I had the Prime Rib, a dish I'd been craving for two years. It's hard to find unless you're going to pay rent and get dressed to the nines. Here at Brazen Head it was perfectly rare with very fresh horseradish that's deliciously potent, beware! Service (thank you Erin) made the meal special: She didn't skip a beat and made sure my son got an extra thick slice of carrot cake. Best to take Uber as parking is not easy. Lombard is probably your best bet but 8/10 for a high degree of difficulty, no private lot. Next time I won't be away so long: Dinner was great and service put it over the top! read more

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Great service, great drink, great food, great ambiance. All around unique, yet classic, San Francisco experience. Highly recommend!!

We've been wanting to try Brazen Head for a while, and we finally did it on Friday night after striking out at another restaurant that had a 3-hr wait, and honestly, we were so happy to end up here because the meal was fantastic all around. For food, I decided to go with the prime rib for $45. It came with creamed spinach and baked potato. I thought for the price, it was a solid piece of prime rib and would definitely order again. I also got a side of their rice, but that's a pass for me. The meat had great flavor and mixed with the horseradish, it was exactly what I wanted. I wish they had a stronger horseradish though, I want to feel that burn lol. We also tried the prawn scampi, which was good, but the sauce was watery. Even though it was watery, it still had good flavor. For drinks, we started with a couple of cocktails and both went with the Brazen Head martini with the blue cheese olives. I'm not much of a martini person, but I truly enjoyed this one. And after dinner, we had the espresso martinis, which were a perfect nightcap. The drinks here definitely didn't disappoint. There's no reservations, so it's first come, first serve. We came around 7:30PM and were able to get a spot right away. It's perfect for a date night or small group dinner. We will definitely be back for more! read more

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Finally able to come here after many years of hearing about this restaurant. My buddy and I both ordered their signature prime rib and ceasar salad. I asked if they could move their carving knife a little to adjust for their standard order of prime rib, it was a 10 ounce cut barely a taste, to a larger portion. Who the hell serves prime rib that's less than 16 ounces, that's not even worth the effort of going out for prime rib. The ceasar salad lacked the anchovy base in the dressing or I certainly couldn't tell, the anchovies they used were pretty darn good though, but again, I guess everyone doesn't eat much because the portion size was minuscule to me, and there was a lack of grated parmesan cheese on the salad. On to what I came in for, the prime rib, due to the dark interior, I really couldn't see the colour of the meat. I of course ordered it medium rare, I should have known better and ordered it rare, I could swear it was a lot more medium to medium well, no self respecting person should be ordering prime rib any less than medium. The prime rib was far from the best I've had but certainly not the worst, it was passable but certainly not worth the hype. The accompaniment was a choice of mashed or baked, again ho hum, the baked potato lack a oil coating and coarse salt rub that i would expect from a higher end restaurant and the creamed spinach, well it lacked character like some cheese or bacon, it was a healthier version but if that were the case I wouldn't go out to eat, I won't the unhealthy stuff, The service was fantastic starting with the maitre d to our waitress, she was very attentive and kept up with the refills of water and checking up on out meal. Well at least I finally got to try this restaurant on my list of many restaurants I have yet to try, but I certainly won't put it on my highly recommended places to go for the food. So sad I had higher expectations for this place I've heard so much about. read more

Brazen Head - 16oz prime rib with creamed spinach and baked potato - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

These days one can have almost anything delivered provided one pays for them. Yet I was still surprised (shocked ) I can order a prime rib for delivery. I always seer this food as something I would eat at a steak house or restaurant. We recently had a very busy day and didn't want to go anywhere, but of course yours truly had a hankering for prime rib, baked potato and all the fixin' you get. I was browsing the delivery app and I punched in prime rib randomly because that's what I was feeling and Brazen Head showed up! Now we have never been to BH, but this place is on our list to try, so what better way to try than now. The prime rib came nicely packaged in a brown handled bag with a lovely BH logo. Inside, prime rib, baked potato, cream spinach and some au jus. Also some bread, cheese, the toppings for the potato and some sour cream. I forgot whether they gave us horseradish... We thought the prime rib was slightly too salty, but otherwise the meal was delicious. We made a salad on the side and that was our meal. read more

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L'expérience a été magnifique !!! Si vous ne pouvez pas aller en France, vous pouvez faire venir la France à vous pour une soirée en mangeant un plat traditionnel d'une région ou d'un pays particulier et ce soir Brazen Head m'a emmené au paradis ! J'ai senti le pouvoir de la gastronomie, je commande la soupe à l'oignon classique ! Escargots et crème brûlée Je me suis senti de retour sur Lyon excellente expérience ! Excellent service ! read more

Brazen Head - The onion Soup Du Jour - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came on recommendation, and the menu looked splendid. I opted for the prime rib dinner, which was absolutely delicious, served with roast potatoes and a portion of broccoli. The flavours were superb. I dined at the bar, and the service was excellent. I shall certainly return whenever I'm in the neighbourhood. read more

Brazen Head - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here on a Friday night and was seated immediately. The servers were really attentive to us and made sure to fill up our water. We got the French onion gratinee, the heirloom tomato and burrata, and the filet mignon. The French onion soup was really flavorful and I liked the pieces of bread and onion inside. The cheese was perfectly melted on the bowl. The heirloom tomato and buratta had a lot of tomato pieces which I liked and the burrata was super filling and could feed all three of us. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly rare and fed me for 2 meals! The baked potato had cheese and sour cream on the side and I liked how I was able to make my own baked potato. This is one of my favorite restaurants and I would come here again! read more

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Brazen Head, I apologize it took me so long to finally eat dinner here and see what's so amazing about this place. I've come here over the years for drinks and desserts with friends and while we always had a great time, I never once thought about trying out a full meal here. Now my girlfriend and I come here at least once a month to get your delicious prime rib. Your French onion soup, martinis, pie a la mode, and burgers are also noteworthy, but that prime rib + incredible service will always have us coming back here. Cute spot for a dimly lit dinner or to grab a drink at the bar. We'll see you for our next appointment in 3 weeks, BH. read more

Ambiance is very cool and old school! I got the lobster ravioli and it was pretty good but next time would order something else. The service was great and our server was very knowledgeable about the menu giving us great advice on what to order. read more

Great ambiance at the bar - kinda dark lighting with lots of interesting people on a Tuesday night at 8 pm. Was able to get a spot right away but the bar did get full around 8:30. Got the prime rib 3/5. Wasn't amazing, under seasoned with some really chewy parts. Mashed potatoes were a on the chunkier side and creamed spinach was standard. Would pass on the bread because it was pretty hard. Star of the show was the horseradish because it really packed a punch! Came out to $50 before tip. read more

THE BEST FILET MIGNON EVER. This place is truly a hidden gem. It feels like a speakeasy the way the exterior is not flashy and you enter in a dark room. The space is small but the steak is so good you'll only be focused on that. Filet mignon $48 (5/5) - comes with mushrooms on top of your steak and your choice of 2 sides. I got the mashed potatoes and green beans. It's an extra $3 charge if you want a baked potato. The food looks basic, but the filet mignon was soft and juicy. Your entree comes with bread and that's some GOOD bread. Espresso $7 (5/5) - comes with a lemon on the side. This was the most unique espresso I've ever had. The steak was so good that I came back 2 days later to have it again. The server recognized me lol. Service was great, food was amazing. You pay more if you pay with credit card instead of cash. I can't wait to come back for my third steak! read more

Brazen Head - Filet Mignon - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California