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    EPIC Steak

    3.6 (3.1k reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Jen P.

    We did this day of. When trying to book a reservation through the website, it will say it's full. Just call or do a walk up because, it is very likely that there is enough tables for you to be seated. We booked our reservation through the phone. (They use AI to book your time slot). Once booked, you will receive a text message reminder. Once we got there, we were seated outside. Such a lovely view. The server was very kind. The food is solid, but nothing stood out to us. There was a lot of reviews raving about the bread pudding, but it was alright. It needed the ice cream. Otherwise, this place is a lovely place to relax.

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    Jun L.

    This is a super cute spot around the SF pier. Our waiter was nice and we were seated promptly as we arrived. We ordered the half dozen oysters, mushrooms, and rib eye steak. Oyster and mushrooms were delicious, but the steak could've used a tad more seasoning.

    Porterhouse Steak, Mac & Cheese
    Pearl M.

    I was able to book a reservation on OpenTable a couple nights ago for a Saturday night dinner. The restaurant has a relaxed ambiance and a beautiful view of the bay/bridge. They wrote happy birthday on our menus and even the staff signed a card for my husband. Travis was our server and he was very attentive, had great suggestions on drinks and food. We ordered the garlic shrimp, oysters, caesar salad, porterhouse steak, Mac & cheese, and the s'mores cake! Everything was so good! (Mac & cheese just wasn't our preference, a little too cheesy) There is public parking right across the street.

    Tomahawk ribeye w/truffle miso butter
    Eric Y.

    Come for: amazing views, the tomahawk Know that: parking on the Embarcadero is hard especially on game days Steak under the Bay lights? Sign me up! This is an awesome spot to take any date, out of towner, or celebration. The service is fantastic and the views of the Bay are incredible. So the food: Beef tartare (4/5): comes with potato chips and I really loved the sauce this came with. My only complaint was some pieces of meat had some sinew. Sides (4.5/5): I had the carrots and the pomme puree. The carrots were really sweet and went well with the sauce and feta. Pomme puree was buttery and decadent. Would recommend both. Tomahawk (4/5): I got mine with the miso truffle butter and I highly recommend. This is a dry aged tomahawk and though I normally do not order tomahawks thinking ribeyes are the better deal, I gotta admit the dry aging on this made it worth it for me. The flavor was beefy and the truffle miso made it even better. Only issue were some pieces came a bit overcooked. But would recommend nonetheless. Overall, one of my favorite steakhouses to take guests and for special occasions. It is tough to find parking so be prepared to look or bite the bullet and find a garage. But the steak and views make it all worth it.

    Agave cut
    Lisa N.

    My work held a company party here. We had the second level reserved. It was really nice and intimate. Lots of great food selection and nice balcony view of the Bay Bridge. Good vibes. We had some charcuterie, bacon cheeseburger sliders, black truffle crispy chicken sandwiches, blackened shrimp, arancini, etc. The agave cut was my fave drink and I kept coming back for it x3. Overall, I had a great time! Will need to come back to try some of their other dishes.

    Hand signed birthday letter from staff :-)
    Summer K.

    I had my birthday here :-) waiters were all sweeties and kind. View was probably my favorite part, the food was good!!! I reccomend the Mac & cheese :-) Cute bday place, staff really went above and beyond.

    Pacific Oysters
    Teresa C.

    Best chill b-day ever. :) Friday 7/3. I spent the day at The Embarcadero, which included Happy Hour at Epic. I had gone last year and sat inside the bar overlooking the Bay at night, which was so soothing with all the lights. This time, we sat outside in the enclosed piazza with beautiful, crisp white tablecloths, the most perfect 68° weather (no wind!), Argentina playing a World Cup match in the background, and the best company My Chef man. We ordered an EPIC Martini (perfection!), The Agave Cut--a twist on a margarita that was even better--along with the Bucket Chicken, a Wagyu cheeseburger and fries, and Pacific oysters. The chicken? I'd order it all day long - crunchy, herby, juicy. Looooved it and highly recommend it. The oysters were also a memorable experience for me - melt in your mouth wonderful texture. As someone who's tried several times to like oysters, my chef told me I'd been eating them wrong this whole time. "Don't just swallow them--chew a bit. Taste them." Ahhh... okay, that's how you do it. The waitstaff were fantastic--attentive, friendly, and professional, always making sure we had everything we needed. I absolutely loved the experience and can't wait to go back on another weekday off.

    Bucket of chicken happy hour
    Christina G.

    My first time here, party of two, we were sat on the semi outdoor patio with the fabulous view of the bay and bridge. It was a bit chilly and windy but the fireplace was going and that helped warm it up. We ordered the happy hour bucket of fried chicken and the happy hour cheeseburger meal. The chicken was absolutely divine and the chili sauce just added extra burst of flavor. The cheeseburger meal was just okay it reminded me of a glorified Happy meal. I would say that our server made the experience very positive and The view made the experience very enjoyable. I would like to come back and enjoy other things off of the menu along with the beautiful view.

    hamel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley, Stratum 2020
    Zenny D.

    I love coming here with friends who are from out of town. Very thankful the restaurant seated us outdoors so we could watch the sun set and enjoy the view of the Bay Bridge! Even though it was a windy day, the restaurant provided us with blankets and heat lamps to keep us all comfortable. STEAK FRITES (4/5) - the most bang for your buck. I enjoyed the tarragon bearnaise sauce, but I much preferred having it with the chimichurri sauce. I ordered my flat iron steak medium rare. The edges were quite tough. GARLIC SHRIMP (4/5) - very enjoyable and perfect for sharing. BREAD & BUTTER (3/5) - to be honest I thought it was complementary. The edges were hard and dry. The butter was good but to be honest I don't think I could tell the difference between bad or good butter. BANANA BREAD PUDDING (4/5) - If you have a sweet tooth this is the dessert for you. The brûlée bananas had a unique texture of crunchy and soft. The banana bread was rich and paired well with the vanilla ice cream. I expected more ice cream tbh. Not a wine person so it's hard to give it a review but the wine was fine. Felt more acidic than wines I'm used to. Service was on the slower end, but it feels like they were understaffed. It was a busy night and there seemed like only two servers for the entire patio section of the dining area.

    Lox
    Terry W.

    Epic brunch by the Bay! Best Lox I ever had! Can't wait to go back! Perfect brunch, my Fiancée loved it!

    Noah C.

    Beautiful restaurant right on the water with a spectacular view overlooking the bay. We had excellent service from start to finish and enjoyed everything we tried on the menu. The standouts for me were the Julia Child potatoes and the "best damn filet". Espresso martini was also really solid.

    Ribeye steak USDA and sautéed chef mix mushrooms
    Daniel S.

    We ordered the Ribeye steak USDA medium well and sautéed chef mix mushrooms. The steak was some of the best I ever tasted. The mushrooms were a nice addition and had a yummy creamy sauce. The waiter gave us great drink recommendations with the Candace and niantic cocktails. As well as skylark and Catalina sounds white wines. The place is a little fancier than I thought it would be so I felt slightly underdressed but you can dress however you like.

    Chimichurri steak skewers and mini Dungeness Crab cakes off the happy hour menu 6.11.26
    Jeff H.

    I don't think I've ever experienced a restaurant staffed with employees who way overshoot their station more egregiously. Happy Hour is upstairs in the bar, which they had roped off from downstairs and you had to be escorted up (like you're getting bottle service in Vegas or something). Hostess was extremely rude and in the most condescending tone possible told me "we're at capacity, you'll have to wait." I understand she had to convey a message, but it's not WHAT she said, it was HOW she said it. So I walked over to sit on the bench (I was the only one waiting) and then get the nod to migrate to Mecca apparently. Not five minutes after I parked on the bench a couple came downstairs and I asked the husband if they were leaving or just using the restroom. He said we're done and leaving. A few minutes went by then the runner brought me upstairs. I guess at Epic Steak "at capacity" means eight empty tables inside and six outside (it was almost 80 degrees when I came in, would've happily been seated outside; nope not even offered a seat there and yes the patio was open and not reserved, I asked). Service was beyond slow and I found out the entire happy hour menu is pre-batched that day. Meaning, no substitutions (which is common), but also no eliminations. Ummm, what? A couple of examples of what they consider eliminations: The mini crab cakes come sitting on top of a sauce which I personally don't like so I asked if they could just leave it off because I wasn't going to eat it. Nope. That's an elimination to them. So I asked my server, (claimed he couldn't locate the manager to address my question), "So let me make sure I understand this correctly, I told you i wasn't going to eat it as I was ordering it and please just simply to leave it off the plate, not to replace it with anything else. You're telling me, knowing full well that's it's just going to go to waste, that you're still going to waste the time to make it (when you're allegedly at capacity")? Yup, they sure did. Another example if you order the happy hour cheeseburger they don't allow you to be served without cheese. I asked well what if the person is lactose intolerant or just flat out allergic? His response, "Well then, they'll have to order off the big.boy menu and we'll customize it how they like." Oh gee thanks for that, I'd think after the cost of the dinner burger itself, tax, your 7% service charge (which doesn't all go to the staff but does help line the owner's pockets) and gratuity totaling roughly $45 it wouldn't exactly be asking for the moon to have the burger the way I want. Hey Epic, you've got a great location and the chimichurri skewers were very good, but at the next staff meeting everyone needs to drink some settle down juice. You guys aren't Smyth, so set your egos aside and focus on your customers. I'm sure the business is making plenty of money, but success should breed additional success not foster irrational confidence.

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    Ask the Community - EPIC Steak

    I'm attending a wedding there, what Hotel is close?

    Grand Hyatt is about 3 blocks away just off the Embarcadero. Definitely walking distance

    Is there valet parking?

    No they no longer have valet service. But street parking is pretty easy

    Do you have to make a reservation?

    Highly recommended, you can always check in the bar!

    July 2022, is valet parking back?

    it wasn't when i went a few weeks ago.

    Bar/counter seating for solo diner?

    Is outdoor seating available for the unvaccinated?

    They do have out door seating. May be available upon request if you are making a reservation. I am not sure how strict they are about asking for proof of vac. The last time I was there a few months ago, they did not ask me for mine. Good luck!

    Do they have prime rib on their dinner menu?

    Do we need to be vaccinated to eat here?

    I would have to assume YES, since it's located in San Francisco and the vaccination requirement for SF establishments started on 8/20/2021.

    Are dogs still allowed if you have patio seating?

    I sat outdoors with my small dog/ESA tonight, but there was also another dog at the table next to ours who didn't appear to be a service dog or ESA.

    Is there a minimum for Dining? I've read their neighbor restaurant is minimum $75 each 🤨

    There is no minimum though the local city ordinance requires all guests to have a meal and not just alcohol when seated. Please make a reservation as we run out of tables everyday.

    What is their corkage fee?

    $25 per bottle.

    Are there many/any vegetarian options?

    They have a few if you still do seafood but i would go somewhere else. We went there, being meat eaters, and were forced to order 12 oz and 14 oz steaks starting at over 50 bucks because thats the beginning size unless you want a 6oz filet mignon… 

    Is parking available in restaurant?

    I've seen Valet Parking, but I don't know the hours. Street parking is spotty.

    What time is their happy hour? The website doesn't say.

    2:30pm - 6pm I believe. Search Yelp photos for the menu!

    Can you bring a bottle of wine?! If so what is the corkage fee ?! Thank you!

    $25

    Is the Impossible Burger available at dinner or only at lunch?

    They change their menu daily, at least for dinner. And it wasn't on the dinner menu the day we went.

    Do you guys have valetparking?

    Yes we do! $20 per car. Valet is located curbside between Epic and Waterbar

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    The Lark Bar

    4.1(229 reviews)
    0.7 miFinancial District, SoMa
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    We were in San Francisco with family and looking for a bar that stayed open late on a weeknight…read morewhen we came across The Lark. By the time we arrived, the kitchen had already closed, but the staff kindly let us know that we were welcome to bring in outside food. They recommended Joyride Pizza next door, which turned out to be a great option to enjoy with our drinks. Both bartenders were friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome. The music selection was also really good and added to the fun, lively atmosphere. We stayed until around 12:30 a.m., and even more people were coming in as we were leaving--it definitely seems like a popular weeknight spot! We had a great time and are glad we found The Lark. Good drinks, great bartenders, fun music, and a relaxed outside-food policy--what more could you ask for? We'll definitely return the next time we're in San Francisco!

    We ended up at The Lark completely by chance, and honestly, it turned out to be the perfect place…read moreto spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon. We started with a couple of cocktails? Hotel Nacional and an Espresso Martini and both were expertly made. Balanced, flavorful, and exactly what we were hoping for. They set the tone for a great afternoon. Later we added an order of chicken wings and a cold lager, and everything came together perfectly. Good food, great drinks, and a laid-back atmosphere made it easy to stay longer than we originally planned. What really stood out was the overall experience. The service was friendly and attentive, the atmosphere was stylish without feeling pretentious, and the entire place had a welcoming vibe. The Lark turned an unplanned stop into one of the highlights of our day. It's definitely the kind of place you'll want to come back to and we certainly will.

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    3.9(5.1k reviews)
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    Happy hour or bust kid, that's all you need to come in for. While not as good of deal as it once…read morewas. it still offers a good value for food and drinks that will more than satisfy your craving for Mexican food. I always go with the nachos and have never been disappointed, perfect portion for me, but could be shared if you're not super hungry or wanted to mix in a bunch of different food items. Service is friendly but very slow; especially for drinks. I'm not deducting any stars for that though, it's a very small bar that gets very crowded during happy hour so the staff constricted by space, not a desire to work.

    $25 for a steak burriot, chips, and tip and it was just terrible. The meat was so hard, in square…read morepieces, and it was so hard to chew that my jaw began to hurt. This is one of those places where they pre make the meat and have them siting there in small containers. I don 'tknow who made the meat but it wasn't fully cooked or it was yesterday's meat. I don't think I 've had meet so hard in a burriot before. I didn't want to complain and make a fuss, and I did eat it because it was my lunch hour and it was so crosed everywhere aorund the area that I did not have a choice. The staff that works there are okay... you might get someone that is a bit short or direct but they are not known for being really accomodating. I have eaten here previously and it was okay, nothing great. This time it went from okay to just terrible food. They are charging so much for a burrito that is not even descent. Hire a good cook that knows how to make food well if you're going to be charging those prices - or train your staff better.

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    4.1(178 reviews)
    0.7 miSoMa, Financial District
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    I love a hotel bar and 15 extra points if its super fancy! I felt like the ultimate princess…read moresitting at the St. Regis bar. Arrived on a whim at around 6pm on a weekday and found a nice seat at the bar top. They have these little orb lights that can't be moved. Sitting in front of one takes some bar space away from you, so I changed seats to get a few more inches of space. Emilio the bartender was mega friendly and went over some items on the menu. He also told me I was right on time for the saber champagne presentation -more on that in a sec. For drinks, I ordered the Hibiscus Spice and the Paradise cocktail. Both were super fruity and delicious! I had a great time sipping on this while chatting it up with a few folks at the bar. To nibble, I can never say no to ahi tuna tartare and this one was great! The most interesting little wafers, ahi tuna with some avocado cream and a little spicy sauce. I absolutely devoured these! So good! Now for the best part, the champagne presentation! A gentleman gave a little info session on on how this process is done and at the end he took a giant to a bottle of champagne to open it. Really Cool! What made this even better was that everyone at the bar got to snag a complimentary glass. What a treat! Super cute little hour of so sitting at the bar at the St. Regis. Absolutely a little pricey, but i'ma girl who lives to spoil herself a bit. Because YOLO. Right?

    Breakfast review here…read more. Food (4.5 star) + Truffle omelette comes with tasty sliced potatoes that are crispy on the edges and soft inside. There is a nice cheesy outer layer with a fluffy and somewhat yolky interior. Truffles are a nice touch but barely noticeable in taste. + Kids breakfast for $20 is nearly an adults portion. Their hash brown is a bigger slice of that tasty potato with a cheesy top. Service (2 stars) - Today is not a good day for the staff here. Either she's new or there is a lack of training, but I saw nearly every order going to the wrong table. Ambiance (4 stars) + It's St Regis so you get the posh everything - At the bar, I'm not a fan of the light that's situated on top of where I'm sitting

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