Yummy! It's a cute place geared towards a more casual but elevated dining experience. Perfect for dates, meals with friends, a solo glass of beer, or whatever you want! read more

I was so pleasantly surprised to find a super vibey brewery and Italian Restaurant in my old stomping grounds of the Outer Sunset! My friend and I ordered a couple cocktails, which were tasty yet strong enough to get a good buzz going. (I ordered the mango-pineapple cocktail and it felt like an instant vacation.) I also ordered the pasta which had the perfect chew to it and had great flavor. What I enjoyed most was the beautiful space with high ceilings, lots of greenery, and great touches all around. Because my friend and I came here to catch up and mainly socialize, this spot checked all the right boxes. Servers were also very friendly and speedy, so overall we had a great time here! read more

This spot has been several different establishments over the last few decades. I have mixed feeling about this place but overall..good feelings. The restaurant itself is lovely. It's a large space yet it felt very comfortable and inviting. I loved the simple but chic decor and the lovely plants everywhere. It gave the restaurant a very serene feel to it. This restaurant had a lot of wonderful offerings in regards to food and libations. The man helping us with our reservation, Stephen, was very nice. It was 7:30 on a Saturday night and it was pretty dead inside. There were about three or four other tables in the entire restaurant and a few patrons at the bar. We ordered drinks and they were out of two of the things we ordered. It seems odd to run out of the Pinot Noir you have by the glass and one of your House cocktails by 7:30 on a slow Saturday night. Maybe there was a rush earlier in the evening or maybe brunch was super busy. We ordered several apps and they were out of one of the items we ordered. 2 of the apps never even came out. This was odd and frustrating because it wasn't busy. Hits: The cocktails. Delicious and nicely priced. That, all in of itself, is reason enough to come here. I particularly loved the Paloma. Very refreshing and quite dangerous because it goes down so easy. The Buffalo wings! Sooo good!! This is a basic menu item but done SO well. Don't skip this if you like wings! One of my favorite things that we ordered. Little gem Caesar salad with chicken and avocado added to it. Excellent! Mushroom Flatbread..Yum!! The dough or the bread that this was served on was outstanding! The chew on this tasted more like a ciabatta or a sourdough. It was crispy and creamy and so truly delicious. Love the fontina with the mushrooms. The pan seared salmon, excellent!! Perfectly executed. I typically don't like to eat salmon skin but they cooked it so crispy that I actually didn't mind. The salmon was slightly rare in the middle, but not raw. Perfect! I really didn't like the lentils that it came served with but this is a personal choice. Our server told us that they run into this a lot with the lentils so maybe give your customers another option? Please. Calamari. Crispy, delicate, and tender. Misses: Arancini. It needed cheese or something else in the center or to be served with something acidic. Tasted really dry. Cucumber salad. Just ok. Chicken Milanese was also quite dry. It just needed something else. Cheeseburger was decent, but would've been nice to have more than one option for cheese. There were a lot of other fun things on the menu that sounded terrific, like the chips and dip, seared ahi, orecchiette pasta, and the ginger cake. The bread is so good on the flatbread it would be awesome if you guys decided to add an additional flatbread. Maybe one with a red sauce. Overall, it was a pretty great experience. This restaurant hasn't been open for too long but has a lot of potential. I'm hoping that this spot on Noriega has finally found its match. read more

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Service was great from the moment we walked in. Food was great, lots of options to order from. Loved the drink menu read more

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New restaurant in the old Sunset Brewing Company space on Noriega. Kind of same vibe and food genre, but definitely better in all categories. They got rid of the big barrels and expanded the second floor seating with some fresh and planty decor. They kept the bar area but gave it a nice face lift; still has the big TVs playing whatever sports game. Menu got a great makeover with familiar food but a nice slightly upscale twist. Service and flatware is a little bit more professional. All in all, just a better experience but retains a bit of the warm neighborhood feel. Drinks are yummy, definitely recommend one of the cocktails. For food, the menu isn't large but there's something for everyone. I got the fish entree, which had amazing flavor but was slightly overcooked. Pasta was great, as was the salad. Spiced chocolate cake dessert is pretty good too. Nice place for happy hour, casual Friday date night, or catch up with friends. read more

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Great Brunch, Stylish Space,Coming Back for Lunch We came hoping for the lunch menu but didn't realize it only starts at 2:30 PM, so we ended up trying the brunch menu and it didn't disappoint. The baked goat cheese with tomato sauce was great , beet salad was excellent bright, fresh, and well-balanced. The pork hash was flavorful and filling. The Crudo was fresh and well-seasoned. The crispy squid (calamari) was just okay, but the burger was juicy and satisfying. "The Sando" was also a hit at the table. We also tried their draft beer tasting set, which was a nice touch good variety and well-curated. The space is modern rustic with high ceilings and a warm, open feel. Service was attentive and friendly. Looking forward to coming back to try the lunch menu next time read more

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We weren't specifically for the happy hour which a friend has recommended, but we're definitely going to go back for dinner! For those of us who only eat outdoors, there are a few tables outside the bar that are pretty comfortable although it can get windy. From the minute we arrived, we were greeted with friendliness, all of the menus we might need, and an explanation of drinks, beer and wine. We chose to go all out and got a small pizza, their delicious onion dip, meatballs - more on that later - and buffalo wings. I was a bit disappointed that the happy hour wine was a Chardonnay and not the Ferentino that they let me taste, but the replacement house May logger was delicious. My husband had a steam beer, which was also very good. Throughout the service was impeccable, and we actually met the manager, Jon, who had a long conversation with us about the history of the bar and how they were trying to be a neighborhood comfortable place which they certainly have succeeded at. Now for the food - the meatballs were the best I have ever had in San Francisco and I am Italian from New York so that's saying something. We actually let Jon know who told the chef and it turns out the chef is from New Jersey so that makes a lot of sense. The onion dip is something like I've never had before. It's a crème fraîche with scallions I think? And maybe a bit of garlic and housemaid chips. We ate every single bite and actually dipped our pizza crust in the rest of the dip. The margarita pizza was also very good and as I finished it off for lunch today, I can tell you it's just as good the next day. The buffalo wings were what I would call actual buffalo style - I could taste the butter, hot sauce and garlic powder like back in the day on the East Coast. The chicken itself was good, not fatty, and the sauce was just like I want it. They offered ranch and blue cheese dip, which was great. We then had further conversations with almost all the staff who were so welcoming and friendly. We don't live super nearby, but I know we're going to go back to dinner, because I am dying to get their pork chop that looked really good. They also came and helped us put the stuff in boxes and explained the best way to take pizza home, which I never knew before. I can't wait to go back again read more

Came in for a quick dinner and ended up really enjoying the food and atmosphere. We started with the pork riblets, which were tender and coated in a sticky, sweet glaze that had a nice depth of flavor. The corn fritters were golden and crisp on the outside, soft and slightly sweet inside. The crema served alongside had a creamy, tangy kick that balanced the fritters really well. For mains, the grilled pork chop was thick and juicy, with a beautifully seared crust. It was well-seasoned and paired with a salsa verde that added freshness and helped cut through the fattiness of the pork. We also ordered the fried chicken sandwich, which had a great crunch and was seasoned just right. The hot honey brought a warm, spicy sweetness that worked perfectly with the savory chicken, while the creamy slaw added texture and a bit of tang that tied everything together. The space had a warm, relaxed vibe and the service was friendly. read more

Great service. Wider than your sunset restaurant because it's actually two properties side by side. Had their grilled pork chop which was my favorite of the night! Pizzas were pretty good. Appetizers tasty. Sat on the second floor so my toddler can look down below! read more

Nice ambience, but service is slow. Food is pretty good. Will give it another chance.

Great place! Chill vibe, friendly staff, clean, and YUMMY food. We had burgers, Salmon, Clams, Calamari and they were all delish. Parking, it could be challenging at times. read more

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This was our second time here: Pros: Bloody Mary is amazing and so are the other cocktails. The spicy cucumbers are really good. The pork hash is very tasty and the corn fritters are to die for! Crispy potatoes are indeed amazingly crispy. Cons: eggs over medium were cooked HARD. The side of bacon we ordered was ice cold like it had been pulled out of the bin of pre-cooked bacon used for sandwiches or something. The service is very nice and we will continue visiting! read more

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First time since they changed ownership and menu with a different vibe from the previous ownership. Like its predecessor, mid week lunch crowd is minimal and understand weekend Brunch is similar. Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon with a friend and had a N/A Mexican IPA from Athletic and we shared the calamari. Calamari came out lukewarm warm and not what I'm used to at other places where it is hot. The dipping cocktail sauce was interesting as they add horseradish to it but for me, the taste profile was off and would have preferred the tarter and traditional cocktail sauces. Bartender service was fine glad the place was empty with the two of us being the only ones seated at the Bar. Will give this place another chance and try the chicken sandwich or their burger on my next visit. read more

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This is exactly the spot we needed in the sunset. If I were to dream of the ideal local restaurant, it is Fifty Vara. Excellent food and drinks, beautiful interior, friendly staff. I recommend this restaurant to anyone. I've been 2 times for brunch and 4 times for dinner and all have been great! read more

Cool spot with good vibes, great food/cocktails and awesome service. I think the portions could be a little heftier, but the quality of the food and flavors make up for that. It was a pretty dead Friday as it was July 4th weekend, but I can see this place being really busy on a non-holiday weekend. Plenty of parking. Bar area has TVs so we were able to watch our Giants game from our booth. Would go back again! read more

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Had my daughters high school graduation dinner this past Saturday and had an incredible experience with Nick. His customer service was 10 stars. From making sure to ask if my kids can have sprite to being attentive and taking pics for us all night. This will be one of our go to spots for guests in town. Thank you, Nick for being amazing. read more

We tried this place for Brunch on a lazy Spring Saturday. Fifty Vara retains the old Brew Pub concept from the old Sunset Reservoir Brewery. We tried the Burger, the Pork Hash, Flatbreads, the Donuts and the Beer. The cuisine is California American. The food was Ok but like most new restaurants, it is a work in progress. I would give it in 3.5 stars if that was an option. The Lager was excellent and they do offer half pints. Look forward to revisiting it in a few weeks to see how it progresses. read more

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I went just here for my birthday dinner. I couldn't be more pleased! The food, the service,decor, ambiance were all perfect. I got the orecchiette pasta which was perfectly prepared. The pasta was perfectly tender without being too soft, the sauce with its right amount of sauce to sausage ratio was a pleasure to eat. I had the Manhattanesque, a riff on a Manhattan which has rye whiskey, amaro instead of sweet vermouth and chocolate bitters instead of the usual angostura. If you love whiskey cocktails, this is the play! Our waiter was awesome, very focused on taking care of us and was timely on checking in on us yet not hovering. The food, service, decor and ambiance all made for a perfect evening. We will definitely be back. read more

came by for happy hour, which is only at the bar seating area, on a friday afternoon. it wasnt crowded and we were offered any seats in the bar which also had a few table tops. the service was great, very kind and attentive. we ordered calamari and to drink a margarita, sangria, and a shot (petite poppy). the calamari came out pretty quickly but unfortunately it wasn't very crispy and the batter was falling off the meat, which made it hard to eat. the bigger pieces were also very chewy and not as appetizing. the drinks were delicious and for $9, its a pretty sweet deal! the overall ambiance was moody and aesthetic with lots of plants! would come back again to give the other food options a chance. read more

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Great new local spot with American food done really well and House-Brewed Craft Beer If you're looking for a truly satisfying dining experience that captures the essence of a great local spot, this place should be at the top of your list. I dined alone so only got to try one entre but came back for brunch the next day. What stood out immediately was the quality of the food. I ordered the pork chop, and I can honestly say it was one of the freshest and most flavorful I've had in quite some time. Perfectly cooked and juicy with a fresher twist compared to the barbequed ones I am used to in TX. Equally impressive was the drink selection. Their in-house brewed craft beer lineup is something special--clearly made by people who know and love the art of brewing. I tried the black and hazy in a half pour which is a great option for exploring. The rest of the drink menu is just as strong, offering a variety of well-crafted cocktails. The espresso martini with a mint twist was great. All in all, this is exactly the kind of place every neighborhood hopes to have--delicious food, outstanding drinks, and a welcoming environment. Highly recommend supporting this local treasure. Parking is free and abundant. read more

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We went here during happy hour. The drinks were a fair price and so was the food. We had their beer, very tasty. The food was also pretty good. We ordered the Arancini and Calamari. Both were delicious. The atmosphere was very open and inviting. The service staff were very friendly and attentive. Would go back again. read more

Went back for dinner and food was SO much better! My favorites were the corn appetizer and porkchop.

Beautiful renovation! The plants everywhere are beautiful and the new owner put a lot of thought into ventilation and practicality during the renovation. The menu is precise and beautifully prepared. Flavors are on point, simple but loud. Service is amazing and they servers are well trained on the menu and building history. I can't wait to come back. Hopefully this business thrives as it's a true gem! read more

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Service was great. We had a late reservation and they kept the kitchen open for us. The atmosphere is also great and huge. There is an upstairs and a down stairs and they even brew their own beer. I tried it and it was great!! Overall the food wasn't anything too special in my opinion. The hamburger and mushroom flatbread were good but nothing stood out to me. Pretty average but still a cute spot for a night out. read more

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I am excited to try this restaurant, food and drink are great, the staff is very friendly, got lucky to find a parking spot just in front of the restaurant :) read more

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Excited to try the new spot in the beautiful space previously occupied by Sunset Reservoir Brew Co. Food was very good. We ordered the crab fritters, halibut, flatbread, burger. Fruit and pecan crisp for dessert. I also got the sangria cocktail. What stood out the most for me was the variety of greens accompanying the halibut dish - sugar peas, fava beans, asparagus, snow pea shoots, and topped with fresh dill. Such great flavors. Service was impeccable. The staff checked on us frequently. Very kid friendly and accommodating (we asked if they had milk because the flatbread was unexpectedly spicy for our kids, and they promptly brought us a cup of milk). The space was already beautiful to start with but they did a tasteful renovation before opening, and now also have gorgeous plants everywhere in the restaurant. My kids thought they were fake but they're indeed real. Next time I would make a reservation, especially Fri-Sun. We went on a Wednesday night 6pm and it was pretty packed. Luckily we got a bar table in the front. Welcome to the neighborhood! read more

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Back again for happy hour. Had some of their flat bread pizzas, which were incredible. Along with some white sangria and beers. Delicious ! read more

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I was sad to see Sunset Reservoir Brewery close. They had the absolute best burgers. But, I was so thrilled to see a new restaurant open in this spot! Went with some girlfriends and was immediately struck by how well they transformed the place. The plants and upholstered booths made the space warm, bright and inviting. The previous iteration only had wooden booths with no give and you would have a sore tush after your meal. But the booths are now nice and comfy. We ordered a selection of cocktails (although I didn't drink that night). The first thing that struck me was the reasonable price for the cocktails. My friends all enjoyed their drinks- espresso martini and moonrise mule- and said they were well executed and tasty. We ordered the calamari and cucumbers to start. Both were good. Cucumbers were fresh and had the perfect spice to them. For the entrees, we had the green beans, pasta, pork chop, halibut, and chicken breast. They were all good but my favorite was the halibut and pork chop. Both were so tender, flavorful and cooked to perfection. I'm always worried about pork being dry and this was so moist. Service was good even though the dishes took a little longer to come out. It was fairly crowded. We didn't mind since it gave us time to chat more. All in all, I love what they've done and excited that I have another place in the hood (honestly it feels like I stepped into another city) with an elevated but comfortable/casual dining experience. Yay! read more

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The people are nice and it's vip style these days and I do come here a lot in the late evening and always the last one to leave and the family is owned so they don't mind me and my families staying late at all.. I drive different cars to these places and I always give them a happy tips.. read more

Absolutely love this place! The staff are all so warm and welcoming- professional and kind! Food and cocktails were delish and had one of the best lattes I've ever had! Highly recommend! read more

This is my second time coming to fifty vera for happy hour and it did not disappoint!! our server Knick was sooooooo kind and helpful! Give him a raise he deserves it!!! read more

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This is a fun restaurant & bar with great food, good beverages, and always friendly staff. We love this place.

Loved how they kept a lot of the vibes of the old place but feels like they added light and greenery. Good it very good and service was wonderful at the bar. read more

Vara Burger is absolutely mind-blowing! Finally, something fresh and exciting among all the usual fast-food spots. The dishes burst with a firework of flavors, and the presentation is excellent. I'm not easily impressed by beer -- but they managed to surprise me! A special shout-out to the staff, especially our server Mari. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming. And the interior? A solid 5 out of 5. Highly recommended! read more

So good! The calamari was so tender. The fried chicken sandwich had a perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The flat iron steak and potatoes was perfect except that I'd love twice as much of the delicious herb butter they put on top. Heavenly! I'll be back (terminator voice). read more

Tried to check this place out after opening up and replacing the sunset brewery. Was always disappointed with the latters service, food and beer. The first time here the wait was over an hour and I didn't wait. No fault of Fifty Vara for being busy. So finally after being smart and making a reservation for dinner. The wait staff were wonderful, the food was really lovely and the drinks great read more

We checked out our newest neighborhood addition and we love it. We must have been lucky because there was live music there tonight and it made the entire place so lively. We met up with friends for drinks and snacks. Love how the space has been updated. The appetizers were yummy - shout out for those Persian cucumbers - and the cocktails were solid. We hear there will be more live music in the future. A definite plus. Tonight's trio - Fake Melody - was terrific. read more

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We went for a family dinner on Valentine's Day. I originally reserved outdoor seating since indoor seating was booked already, but they gave me a call in advance that they secured indoor seating since it might rain, that was so thoughtful. Everyone was super nice and friendly there, very welcoming! We had garlic fries, chicken wings, sausage flat bread, iron steak and Valentine's Day special menu risotto. Kids enjoyed kids menu, pretty good volume. Everything was delicious. LOVE LOVE LOVE chicken wings! They gave us a cute Valentine's Day candle when leaving. Such a great experience. Will definitely come back :) read more

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Why did we wait so long?!!! Creative, tasty food with high quality, fresh ingredients. Lots of thoughtful touches that make every bite nicer than you imagined! Good beer and cocktails. But the atmosphere is perfection. Extremely comfortable seating, and serene atmosphere. Attentive, cheerful, friendly crew! But wait! There's more! You can actually find easy parking within a block or two! We liked the previous kitchen and brewery a heck of a lot, but this is actually better In every way. read more

Been here twice now and so far the experience has been mixed. The service is very friendly but the food was sloowww. Took about 30 minutes for the corn fritters app to arrive. The food was mixed as well. Breakdown of what we've had: Cod: Light but flavorful - full of beautiful peas and greens. Porkchop: It was okay..could have been paired with different sides than carrots and beets Burger - both times were just mediocre - the fries were almost cold Flat bread - Really good. Get that as a main or app to share with the table Chicken - Really salty - like they brined it for too long? I'll keep coming back since it is in the neighborhood, and will update the reviews. read more