The atmosphere was perfect. We had the steak...soooo tender that it melted in your mouth. The pork chops were amazing. I loved the squash and pear combo! They just printed the new menu. Delicious food and the service was very attentive and kind. read more

After coming here, I have to say that Fable has one of the nicest outdoor dining spaces that I've been to in San Francisco so far. Filled with lots of plants and cool decorations, this is a great place to eat if you want great patio seating! We had booked a reservation for this place, so thankfully we didn't have to wait too long to be seated. The space is fairly large and there are a good number of tables, so it wasn't too hard to have social distancing from the others who were also dining there. For the food, we got the Dungeness crab tower as well as the lamb chops to share between two people. Fable isn't too pricey, and you definitely get some decent portion sizes for what you pay for! The crab tower was great, as it came with lots of avocados, oranges, and crisps that made for a unique dish. It was the first time I had all of these together, and I really enjoyed the plating that they made for it! The lamb chops were also delicious, as they were very tender and were bursting with flavor. I believe it also came with some gnocchi, which also was quite flavorful. I would highly recommend visiting Fable for their outdoor seating and also since they have great tasting food! It's definitely a place that I would like to visit again in the future. read more

Fable - Avocado Crab Tower - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Overpriced food. No good taste. No good food presentation. No good service. Plus, there is a wait time to get seated. Not worth it. Ambiance is good. read more

Service was very friendly, but veeeery slow. My friends and I waited probably 45-50 mins for our food to come out after ordering, and the restaurant wasn't very busy since it was a Wednesday night. The muscles were delish, but their burger was extremely mediocre. Would've preferred a burger from The Habit over this one to be honestly. My friend ordered the duck and wasn't impressed by it either. Overall ambiance was great, through. Their outdoor seating was beautiful and heaters kept it perfectly warm. read more

Fable - Steamed Mediterranean Mussels - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Really pretty half-covered lush green patio; surprisingly warm without heaters in July. They have heaters but your neighbors would need to consent to turning them on, too. Burger was very flavorful. Side salad for burger was fine. Chicken sandwich was also good but slightly dry. Fries were almost entirely without salt and very fresh and crispy. read more

Such cute ambience... but the food/service is not worth the pricing... def reminds me of LA spots... insta-worthy but not worth the price tag or calories. read more

The food here has the best options and it tasted amazing, vegan? They have some vegan options, but my favorite vegan one was the lasagna! The server was so nice and kind and the service was one of a kind. The ambience was nature like and is so calming, they have a garden in the back and tables inside just in case it rains. I think people that like a calm place would love this restaurant. read more

Fable - 1/2 LB. Fables Double Cheeseburger - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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As many others have said --- the ambiance and back patio are with and in itself a warm, inviting & zen experience. What really warms my heart is that I was able to bring my 15 week old back lab puppy, tie him to the table and chill while my friends and I dined. The staff practically ushers our puppy inside; LOVE our dog friendly SF culture. That aside - food was good - nothing that my fellow foodies probably haven't tasted already before -- nonetheless -- food quality - the pork (best if medium rare ) and Salmon mains were fuego! Paired w a bottle of sparkling to share w friends was perfect. Wait staff 10/10 and thank you for enforcing masks when walking around. read more

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I had a wonderful 2nd experience at Fable. The first time I came for brunch a few months ago. Both times we had excellent service. Today, my partner arrived 10 minutes early and the host was very kind. He had asked if we had reservations (we did not), but very kindly let us know that they'd be open shortly. Once the outdoor back patio was ready, he came and got us from out front of the restaurant. By the way, if you ever have the option to eat indoors or out in the back patio...GO TO THE PATIO! It's beautifully set with seating surrounded by greenery and covered in shade. The first time I came here it was lightly raining and it was BEAUTIFUL to sit out there and listen to the rain while eating. Today was a Thursday and by 6pm, the restaurant was filling quickly. Might be best to make reservations. Just in case. I want to highlight the host for a second in hopes that the manager sees this. He sat an elderly couple next to us and was EXTREMELY patient and kind. The elderly woman had accidentally knocked over the seat cushion from the bench. She was using a cane to walk with and couldn't get it from the floor herself. He helped get it back from behind the bench and placed it for her. It was just a very genuine act of human kindness and was pleased to see the great employees they hire here. Now...for the food. Oh. My. Goodness. The waiter suggested we try the Roasted Maitake, King Trumpet & Pink Oyster Mushroom Toast. It was full of flavor and beautifully plated. We also ordered the 12 oz Grilled NY Strip Steak and the Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut. Everything was cooked to perfection. One thing I love about this place is that the menu seems to change which is great for variety. I can't wait to come back again and try something new! read more

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Time & Date: Saturday, Sep 25th 2021 @ 1pm Reservation: made 1 day before on open table Crowd: busy during brunch hours Dining: outdoor dining only I was drawn to Fable because of the beautiful garden patio dining area in the "backyard" of the restaurant. The garden patio area is open rain or shine, & there are heat lamps for the chillier days. All the trees & plants remind me of the Conservatory of Flowers in GG Park, I loved the ambience! Red Quinoa Brunch Bowl with Poached Eggs & Avocado - $14 This bowl has green beans, brussels sprouts, scallion, & arugula, tossed in a honey-lemon vinaigrette. Definitely a very healthy choice & surprising filling. I can tell the veggies were super fresh, but the avocado had some browning. Fable's 1/2 lb. Deluxe Cheeseburger w/ House Cut Fries - $14 I ordered the single patty burger which has aioli, lettuce, tomato, grilled onion, & pickles, on a house made brioche Bun. The burger was very tall, hugely because the brioche bun was quite thick. The bottom of my bun was burnt which made it hard. It's a solid burger with all your typical toppings & a well seasoned patty. My favorite part of this dish were the fries though - they were so well seasoned and salted BUT 70% of my fries were scraps! Not sure if I got the last of the batch or something but I would have preferred full length fries lol. I ordered orange juice & it came in the tiniest 8 oz glass, for a whopping $4! It wasn't very cold & I'm pretty sure it was not fresh squeezed (though it doesn't claim to be). Overall; it's a very cute restaurant with an amazing outdoor ambience. Food is fresh & generally healthy but slightly overpriced. read more

Fable - Fables 1/2 lb. Double Cheeseburger with House Cut Fries - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This place is great! The food is really good and the back patio is spectacular. We ordered the crab cakes (it was a special that day), lamb shank, and Mac and cheese. All were so good. The lamb was super tender, and the Mac and cheese was some of the best I've ever had. The best part of our whole dining experience was the back patio. When we made our reservation online we did an Outdoor reservation, and we were nervous that meant the parklet. However, we got seated on their awesome back patio that is filled with beautiful greenery. We had a heater right next to our table and were never cold. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to friends and come back to visit again! read more

Fable - Lamb shank and Mac and cheese - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Visited for Saturday brunch. We had made advance reservations so we were seated soon after arrival. Our order: - mimosa - very good - Chilaquiles - good - Veggie omelette - good - Chocolate chip banana bread - okayish Overall, we liked the food and the staff was very friendly. The garden-like ambience of their outdoor patio is great and also very dog friendly. I can see myself visiting again for trying out other items on their menu. read more

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Ambiance is king Great spot for a date night or social event Food: 1/2 lb double cheeseburger with fries- 4.25/5: Fries came with a great side sauce that was very addictive. Burger was high quality- buns were soft and burger was juicy. Ambiance 5/5: Amazing backyard garden patio with a nice home like romantic feel! Great seating all around the restaurant. Service was good as well and staff were friendly in recommending menu items. read more

Fable - Fables 1/2 lb. Double Cheeseburger with House Cut Fries - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I ordered the special plant-based Impact Tuna tartare and it honestly blew my mind. I'm vegan so I was really excited to even have a vegan tartare option, and Fable did such a good job with the sauce and the yummy crunchy chips. I hope it becomes a permanent item so that I can order it next time too! I also ordered the sorbet for dessert which I learned they make in house (coconut, mango and guava) and I wish I could just have that in my freezer, it was delicious. read more

Fable - Vegan Impact Food Tartare - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Been coming here for almost a decade, and the drop in quality over the last couple years is palpable. The eggs are MacDonald's style industrial eggs, the wine they deliver isn't the same as the wine in the menu, the service is lacking, and the food itself has gone from fresh and inventive to bland and Sysco-quality. AND they have a junk fee on tip of it all. Their pretty back patio doesn't make up for overpriced poor food. It feels like whoever owns this place hasn't visited in ages and has let it degrade without care. read more

The Chilaquiles Puebla was excellent The fried chicken sandwich was excellent The eggs Benedict was good except that the eggs were over cooked. The greens that came were excellent. I liked the peppery dressing. Next time I'll get the Chilaquiles read more

Fable - Relaxing outdoor patio - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food aside, I would go here again for the adorable back patio. We were a large group dining at the tail end of lunch service on a weekday, so we nearly had the entire thing to ourselves. We were a large group so it worked out perfectly. The majority of us ordered the fired egg sandwich. This was a first for me. Who would have thought such a simple thing, could be so filling and delicious. I think it was the gorgonzola spread that made it so yummy. My only tiny gripe is they did not offer draft beer. and I had seen a menu previously that said they had a vegan lasagna. I was kind of looking forward to that, but no longer saw it on the lunch or dinner menu. I had a original choosen this place based on a couple of vegan options that seem to be no longer. Hopefully, with the recent surge in the vegan diet it will return. read more

This is our first time dining here. I have been looking for a great brunch spot that's not too far away from where I live (I live in SF) when we normally travel towards San Mateo or Millbrae for brunch. Parking was easy since we parked a few blocks away on castro street and walked. This is normally a busy area but we made reservations and picked the earliest spot (right when they open) to get ample choice of seating. They did not disappoint. Welcome by a lovely host and our reservation was honored immediately. They have indoor seating available but we chose the outdoor instead for the ambiance. The heating lamp was perfect (we sat on tall chairs and barstools) and was very comfortable on a table for 2 next to a lush garden with water fountains that give you that zen feeling. Our server Edgar was very attentive and we were able to make our selections (see photos below) with ease. We came for lunch as brunch was only available on weekends (boohoo-- I wanted to try their french toast and pancakes!) we will have to come back another time. A glass of Rosé went well with our cobb salad and fried chicken sandwich. My husband and I shared each meal and it was perfect. We didn't like the very full feeling and the price was what we expected having dined in SF (especially Castro). Chicken was soft on inside and crispy on outside. Cobb salad was great and it was perfect with no additional meat. We ordered an extra side of house fries for lunch. Overall I highly recommend this place! We may come back just for brunch and make our way to Hot cookie afterwards for dessert with coffee from Philz. Lol read more

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Sammy and Wine On my day trip to The Castro area of SF, we started with a small bite and afternoon splash. Waitress was helpful in picking best of the sandwiches (her favorite was the turkey). Perfect focaccia bread, toasted turkey, meaty cheese, smooth avocado paired the Sammy with a bottom of white wine and could not be happier. We got sat in the back courtyard and let me tell you about serene. It was cozy with an open roof to the sky. Beautiful. Will be back for lunch again tomorrow read more

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I was visiting a friend in the city and she made a reservation for this tucked away brunch spot! I ordered the crab cakes Benedict and it tasted great! The eggs were perfectly poached, the crab cakes were packed with umami, and the hollandaise had the slightest hint of citrus. Overall, it felt like much attention was given to the taste and texture of the food. Service was prompt and attentive. We sat in the patio, which I highly recommend! The plants in the patio were well maintained and gave the impression of having brunch in someone's backyard. read more

Fable - Chilaquiles Puebla and Crab Cake Benedict - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Looked up popular brunch spots in the area and saw this one. Decided to give it a try and it did not disappoint. Patio seating was lovely. It does get hot, and awnings don't cover the whole space. Service was helpful. Had the fennel cured trout eggs benedict, eggplant caponata omelette with breakfast potatoes, fable's sweet baguette french toast, and mimosas. Favorites were the french toast (caramelized peaches which were not too sweet) and eggs benedict! Food wasn't mindblowing but everything was cooked well and flavored nicely. Cured trout eggs benedict: $22 Eggplant caponata omelette with breakfast potatoes: $15 Fable's sweet baguette french toast: $16 Mimosa: $35 read more

Fable - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Overall Experience: 5 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Value: depends Pros: The serving sizes for our entrees were HUGE. Definitely more than enough food. Also, the mussels appetizer is such a good deal and so delicious. The flavors of the appetizers and entrees were spot on and included some very interesting ingredients! The atmosphere of the outdoor dining space was super adorable and made for the perfect romantic date night. Cons: The stuffed fish was around $36 and although it was good, this is pretty pricey compared to their other menu items. The bathroom also felt a little dirty. Their desserts were not the best in my opinion and were far pricier than their other menu items. If I were to come here again, I would definitely skip the dessert menu. read more

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We got seated right the way, the waiter took our orders (food and drinks). Then we were left at our seats for 40 minutes without any drinks and food. When I flagged the waiter down asked him about our food, I was told the food won't be ready at least another 10 minutes and the restaurant prioritizes the tables in the backyard. This is not acceptable at all. 40 mins no food and drinks. read more

To start, Fable has so many seating options! Outdoors out front, indoor, and in their back outdoor garden... personally, I think the back is the best spot. Service was amazing, and the food was delicious! I was weary on getting vegan lasagna because I don't love a strong squash taste, but WOW! It was the best lasagna I've had. Everything we ate was excellent, but if you're between a few options, lasagna is my recommendation. Enjoy! read more

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Ambience (plus) to be in midst of plants, service was amiable (slowish) for a late lunch, people making repairs on the hallway towards the patio was unanticipated - potential risk. Food was up to standard read more

I took my friend here for her birthday. The food was just okey. Here are couple of points for people cooking and preparing food: when you serve a salad, please cut the leaves and all the vegetables to smaller pieces. My salad had leaves the size of my palm almost. It is not presentable and it does not taste good. In Middle Eastern cuisine the vegetables are cut to very small pieces. Copy that. Salad should not be served as if the animal is chewing it. Also, the cutlery was placed on the table without a napkin. I don't know if you cleaned the table well or not, so all the cutlery should be placed on a napkin. I just don't understand this. read more

Delicious brunch spot. Book a reservation, so you can sit in their outdoor garden patio. It's such a vibe! Got the trout eggs benedict, which comes with a mixed green salad, no potatoes. It's a healthier option that way, but I didn't even think about how most places usually include a side of potatoes, so I kind of missed it. The trout, eggs, and hollandaise were so good! My only complaint is I wish there had been more trout... My friends had the fried chicken sandwich and the omelette. They both said their dishes were ok, which is why I give this place 4 stars. I live in the Richmond, so I didn't leave thinking I can't wait to come back here! But if you live nearby, definitely check it out! But make a reservation. read more

Fable - Trout eggs benedict in front, fried chicken sando in back left, omelette in back right - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I made a reservation online via OpenTable. They have a 15-minute grace period for reservations in case you're running late. They don't have physical menus, instead they have QR Codes that you can scan to view the menu online. They also don't have an extensive menu compared to other popular brunch spots in the city. I ordered a fried chicken sandwich, which is a hefty meal. The fried chicken was cooked spectacularly as the exterior was crispy and delectable while retaining a juicy interior. They give a large helping of fries which were ok, once they cooled down though they weren't as good. We dined at their outdoor patio which was super cute- the only downside was that it was super cold and windy that day. Our food cooled down incredibly fast because of this. Also, they check was given to us as an receipt clipped by a paper clip that almost flew away because of the wind- maybe they can get those black booklets or something more sturdy? read more

Fable - Fried Chicken Sandwich - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great service, great food and a nice ambiance. My kind of vibes. We ordered the caprese salad to start. Very good but a little smaller than I anticipated. The 8oz NY Steak which was bigger than I thought it would be. Great flavors and cooked perfectly! I subbed the asparagus for bok choy since I'm allergic but was also cooked well! Baked Mac n cheese was also very good! Perfect amount of cheese to noodle to crumb topping For dessert we had the Bread Pudding and the Rubarb Crisp and bother were good and but I think I liked the bread pudding a bit more. Our server was amazing and took good care of us. He recommended a great Cabernet to go with our steaks and the friend I was with mentioned she was allergic to nuts and he made sure to recommend a dessert that had no nuts. (NOTE: the Rubarb crisp has a walnut topping) I would definitely recommend this place! read more

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I had lunch here a few weeks ago and it was great. The patio here was calm and quiet. It was nice to sit and relax for a late afternoon bite. I loved the attentive service and chill ambience. read more

Fable - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

We were out and about today and decided to pop by an old favorite, Fable, on Castro Street. Called ahead to see if there was space, the host was very gracious / friendly and held us a table on the patio. The outdoor patio has lush plants and greenery and covering from rain/weather + elevated heaters to keep you warm. I did notice the flooring is in a little need of some TLC (a recoat) - but overall, a fun, relaxed, and friendly vibe. The server was excellent as he was managing tables across almost the entire patio by himself. Stopped by in a timely manner upon arrival to check-in on us and see if we had questions or drink needs. I always ask, "what's your favorite thing in the menu right now" as my go-to question at any restaurant to gauge what the service will be like for the rest of the meal. He passed with flying colors - gave a few perspectives ob different things so that it was welcoming - and showed he knew the menu well. Food was tasty (and filling) --- still full two hours later I ordered the burger, comes in a half pound serving. I added bacon and a fried egg for an upcharge -- the thing was HUGE (see photo). I gave up trying to eat it by hand and used my fork and knife - super messy but good flavors. My husbear had a Niçoise salad, which was excellently prepared and he loved it. It has been many months since we had been at Fable, so we were happy to see it still doing well after the pandemic hurt so many businesses. read more

Fable - 1/2lb burger with bacon and a fried eggs - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I wanted to love this place so bad but honestly thought is was mids. The ambiance was great and we really liked the appetizer we ordered ( salmon tartar) but the rest of the meal was pretty basic and the menu was limited for veggie friendly folks. my food was dry and nothing special. The service was slow and I did not feel like it was all that busy either. Overall I think they may be a place that is better for brunch. we went for dinner and was not impressed. I would go back to give the brunch a try. read more

Great food and ambiance, service is also really great. We normally sit on the outdoor patio, they have maintained really nice and clean garden which is rare in sf. read more

Food is good, especially their salads! Wine list is good. Best part is their outdoor garden to sit in!

We came here for dinner and ordered the clams, bonuelos, vegan lasagna, and double cheeseburger. Our favorite was the lasagna because it was nice and light while still being flavorful. I liked the vegetables in it, especially the mushrooms. It had a nice texture because of the panko sprinkled on top. The back patio was very cozy during dinner because of the string lights and very strong heat lamps. It reminded me of being in hawaii because it was outdoors and filled with plants. Would definitely come back! read more

Beautiful place! What a gorgeous patio! So inviting, even on a cool windy evening, we were well sheltered from it and the plentiful heat lamps took care of the rest. The food was amazing, handcrafted, nuanced flavors, creative combinations and presentations. We had the mushroom empanadas, cauliflower, vegan rigatoni, black bean and corn burger and marinated steaks. Everything was top notch, meticulously prepared and delicious. The mango-berry-coconut sorbet after achieved a texture I didn't think possible for sorbet, so creamy! Add to that a nice selection of beers, professional, courteous and attentive staff and it's hard to imagine a nicer experience for my out of town visitors! read more

Such a cute spot! Went here for lunch on a Friday - we booked some tables via the Yelp site an hour before driving over (highly recommend making a reservation as they do book up fast). They have their brunch menu available until 3 on weekdays. The outdoor patio is so cute! A breath of fresh air in the city (quite literally). We got the fried chicken sandwich with a side of fries and it was wonderful (with a sweet brioche bun) Staff are extremely friendly and helpful, an overall pleasant atmosphere. Would highly recommend coming here! read more

Fable - Outdoor patio seating - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This place was so cute!!! If you're in the Castro district and want to dine somewhere romantic, this is your spot! No joke, this place is by far magical. From the food to the ambiance, this place is perfect. Staff is super friendly. Making reservations through Open Table app, I highly suggest it. This place does get busy and if you have no reservations, you're likely not to be seated as there's limited seating. Came here 'cause I was browsing locations for a romantic/or fun restaurant and this poppes up on search results. Later that day upon searching, my Tik Tok app had a video that showed Fable, the restaurant. Instantly, I knew I had to book a dining experience here. My plus one and I enjoyed our evening with great conversation and laughter while eating delicious food. This place is perfect during coronavirus times. Outdoor seating woth lovely plants all around. For starters, we had the macaroni and cheese. Simply devine! Crusted cheese with light breading, it was way too good. I had a seasoned chicken breast over mash potatoes and greens. Flavor to thr max and not dry, as I was a bit worries before ordering. Nope, it met my expectations. My date had a hamburger that looked ravishing. Portion size was good, he had no complaints. read more

Fable - Our Table for - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I can never recommend this place enough. The setting is magical; tucked away on a garden patio. The food is 10/10. In my many times of coming here I have never had any food that I disliked or didn't care for. All the service staff, from chefs to the waitress are so sweet and patient. This place is a must visit. read more

Visiting an old stomping ground is an interesting experience - the Castro was a staple of my first few years in SF and it's undergone a transformation in the era of COVID. The bars are now outside and it's refreshingly buzzing with energy for those of us exhausted by the lockdowns of the past year. I've always wanted to try this place - I heard they had a great patio for outdoor dining (they do!) and decided to catch up with a friend for dinner. We shared the pork cheeks, avocado Dungeness crab tower, mussels, lamb chops, baked Mac n' cheese (topped with crab) and pear ginger crisp. Everything was excellent but the baked n' cheese topped with Dungeness crab was the highlight of that meal. The best of it was the burnt bits (kinda the burnt rice on a bibimbap). Crab season also just opened and the side of crab on top was the perfect accompaniment. The lamb chop was also a special dish, particular with the Parmesan gnocchi and mint sauce. Service was good and the patio indeed lived up to expectations. With tax and tip, this was $80 per person. Just a great dining experience and highly recommended!!! read more

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