Had dinner here last night and only thought it was OK. Supposedly, they are known for their fried chicken dish, but for $24, you only get a thigh and a leg + some sides. I was really expecting more for that kind of money. As for taste, I would gladly paid $24 for the more amazing chicken of my life. Sadly, no, the chicken was okay. The chicken was warm (not hot) and the skin was not very crispy. Even KFC is crispy depending on if you order a fresh batch. Frisco Fried is still my fave fried chicken in the city. I did love the decor of the restaurant and the service was very friendly and accommodating. I think the brussel sprouts and the honey/butter side dish that came with the biscuit of my chicken dish were my favorites of the night. They also have a pretty good kale salad. This place is expensive as well so expect a big bill if you order a drink, appetizer, entree, and dessert. read more

Firefly is a hidden gem tucked away in a quiet corner of Noe Valley. The food is excellent and the service attentive and thoughtful. I felt completely comfortable dining solo at the bar and appreciated the wine and food recommendations from my server. When presenting my photo ID and vaccine card, the had host noticed that I had just marked my birthday, so when I ordered dessert, the server surprised me with a candle to celebrate. This was the "icing on the cake" so to speak to an excellent dining experience. I will definitely be back! read more

Wow! Firefly already had 943 reviews...Do I really think I need to add another singing it's praises? Umm....YES! Initially, the beau and I made a reservation for 7:00 p.m...but we pushed it back to 7:30 p.m.... and then 8:00 p.m. Needless to say, they were a little less than pleased (but willing to do it- which was so, so, so, kind!) Firefly is super cute. The ambiance is homey and comfortable and I really have zero complaints about the atmosphere. Delightful. We apologized- profusely- to the hostess who was friendly enough to let our tardiness slide. I think our sincerity won us a few brownie points. Our server was incredibly attentive and personable- loved her! We ordered: Shrimp & Scallop Potstickers (Delightful! The soy dipping sauce gave it a special little kick- but I liked them just as well as they were! I'd absolutely order this again!) Yellow Fin Tuna (I'm not a huge fan of raw fish in general, but my boyfriend loved it!) Petrale Sole (Delicious! Loved the potatoes, broccolini, and petrale sole itself. Found the dish to be ever so slighly on the salty side....Also, everything on my plate was pipping hot- except the fish. Although not cold, it certainly wasn't as warm.) Would I come back? Absolutely! read more

Firefly Restaurant - Shrimp and Scallop Potstickers. - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very nice place to have a classy low-key meal for a special location. The service is excellent and the food is very tasty and healthy. The atmosphere is intimate because of the slightly low light and small space. So while there are people dining around you, you won't really hear any of their conversations as you might in other restaurants. If you want to listen in on all sorts of juicy gossip from the table to your left, this is probably not the best place. I get all fired up thinking about Firefly. Yee haw! read more

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Best gluten free restaurant in the city. I'm celiac and the food is great. The fried chicken is really good, so are the hazelnut nut crepes. I went another time and tried the moqueca baiana. Phenomenal, really tasty. read more

Absolutely fabulous experience here. I'm allergic to wheat and it goes beyond a gluten intolerance. Finally found a place where I can eat absolutely everything on the menu! Our server Jane enhanced the experience as she provided exceptional service, anticipated our needs, and was dedicated to providing an amazing experience without hovering over us. I'm ready to become their best customer! If you're seeking a fun, warm, superb dining experience, Firefly is the place! read more

Love all of the gluten free options! Restaurant has a warm and neighborly vibe while also creating a fun, upscale dining experience!

Dear Firefly, You have a special place in my heart... (or did i mean stomach?) For me atmosphere and aura is very important, and you got it. Cute little place (did I just say cute?), small, cozy, warm lighting, got a little hipster feel, the small tables, the jars for cups, busy but not too loud... very nice ambiance. I do wish your tables were a little bit more far apart, but if hey if your guests are able to snag one of the individual tables (or even request it!) then it's perfect. You are so popular people have to reserve, b\c it's always packed in here! I do remember this... I remember tasting the best duck (or was it chicken? doesn't matter) I've ever tasted in my life. You know that expression "melting in your mouth" well I physically experienced that. It just kind of melted away, in a good way. Never knew meat can get that soft. It was a paradigm shifting experience. I will always remember that.... Every entree I've tried here was excellent. My experience with your appetizer was a bit mixed though. (that shrimp appetizer which had tiny little shrimps... was not happy with that one. brussel spouts were ok). Anyways, thank you for the great ambiance and great food. Hope to visit again sometime. read more

Noooooooo!! I had made a reservation a couple weeks in advance when they had the fried chicken on the menu and the week before my reservation they CHANGED the menu. Sad day. Well, the show must go on right? Firefly has been on my list of restaurants to try for awhile so the bf and I decided to have our anniversary dinner here. The restaurant is pretty small but it makes for a very cozy and romantic atmosphere. I love the hand etched Firefly jars! We decided to do the three course pre-fixe (Sun-Thurs your choice of items off the menu) for $36 - what a deal! Before the meal started we were given bread with the spread of the day, which happened to be fava been and curry. The spread was SO GOOD I couldn't stop eating it - which is probably why I was already starting to feel full halfway through the meal. For appetizers, the bf had the chicken liver pate with crostini and I had the peach salad. I'm not a big fan of liver and his pate was definately too strong for me but he seemed to enjoy it. The peach salad was refreshing and an interesting mix of sweet and savory flavors. For main courses, I had the chicken and dumplings and the bf had the sea bass. His fish was super meaty and tender but I must say that I enjoyed my chicken and dumplings more. The sauce was super flavorful and the chicken was sooo moist. One of the pieces of chicken had a very thin crispy skin on it........ so good. All the dessert options sounded so good, but I had to try the dulce de leche panna cotta with strawberries and biscochitos. The bf had the warm peach almond pastry thing. Both desserts were delicious! The panna cotta was a little too sweet for me but the strawberries really helped. Very bold, rich flavors. I'd definately come back! Gotta get that fried chicken next time! read more

Firefly Restaurant - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Ambiance: warm. No, literally. I was very warm. Shouldn't have worn that sweater... Food: Blue Cheese suffle was good. Salmon was decent, even if I didn't know the name of the person who caught it (general rule of mine, don't eat seafood unless you know the name of the person who hauled it in), little potato thingy was a bit too salty, but the banana chocolate yummers desert thingy with caramel ice cream was yummers. Service: Awsome. Some things were thrown their way, where a normal server would be *cringing* at that table. Only a little push back on one thing where I would have been quite a bit less reasonable (why I always worked in the back of the house), and they handled the situation wonderfully. Three stars for fud, four stars for service. Four stars wins. read more

After eating at places like Range and Le Petit Robert, this place was a breath of fresh air. The atmosphere and crowd was laid back with a nice homy feeling and spacious seating with room to stretch out your arms. Each course blew me away, each unexpectedly flavorful. The duck confit was light and the strong blue cheese patty was balanced by the accompaniments of beets, nuts, and mango?. The main courses of the day boat scallops and truffle rissotto were cooked to just the right consistency, soft to the core. And the desserts were surprisingly good. Didn't think fruitcake could be so delicious, as well as the interesting pairing of the chocolate mousse and Guiness creme . Presentation for all three were nice too (see the photos above for reference). Kinda looked like something outta Top Chef. Good stuff. And of course, the price was killer with the Prix Fixe of $35. Easy parking too in the area, since it's so high up 24th in Noe Valley, didn't even have to go around once to find parking. read more

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Ran into my friend Jay who's the general manager here at the local bike shop and decided to come by since I hadn't been in forever. Wow what a great meal! When I go somewhere a bit nicer than my usual haunts I like to enjoy the full experience of not just the food but the service and drinks as well. We got to ride the Jane train as she was our server and was really fun with an excellent knowledge of wine (recommending us a fantastic red, which of course I already forgot what it was called) and overall being the perfect balance of attentive, hands-off and knowing when she was needed. The food was delicious and I got the fried Mary's chicken and definitely would have finished it all except we also had so much more. We started with the bread to accompany some sparkling white which was the perfect kickoff to the meal, and then got the Happy Boy Farms heirloom tomatoes and watermelon with feta, sweet onions and mini mint salad which worked really well with all those flavors mixing up just right for a refreshing and satisfying salad. I kinda wanted to try the cornbread but got my chicken with the damn fine buttermilk biscuit which lived up to its name. I forgot the two desserts we got but the rounded out the meal nicely and I am already excited to come back and have another great night out at Firefly! read more

Why have I never written a review? This is one of my fave spots in SF. Sure, there are a lot of great and fancy or hipster dining options in SF but this place is a low key go-to that's always reliable and never pretentious. It is also the coziest restaurant ever! Atmosphere: this is my FAVORITE thing about Firefly. It is so warm, inviting, cozy and yet clean and modern. It's just a cozy place that you can either dress down or dress up, and is really fitting for any occasion- a special date night that's not overly pretentious or snooty, or just a nice weeknight dinner with the husband. It's not too loud so you can still have a great convo. Food: so flavorful, creative, and fresh ingredients always-- yet definitely unpretentious. Lightly Asian-inspired in some dishes. I've always been pleasantly surprised with every single dish I've ordered and have always finished every bite including the last drops of sauce on the plate ;) desserts are really good too!! Service: awesome. Friendly, always happy to answer questions and give recommendations, always have a full glass of water and even table wiped half way through, yet not hovering :) Parking: not a problem, plenty of street parking in a safe residential neighborhood. Price: reasonable for a nice place and quality food. Expect $20-30 for entree, 15ish for small plates and apps, $8-10ish for dessert. Definitely one of my absolute favorite/go-to local SF places!! read more

There's a big bug out in the front of the restaurant. =) I love this restaurant - it has a cozy, unpretentious ambiance. Servings are of good size and moderate prices. I really enjoyed the fried chicken and mash potatoes. LOVE ME SOME FRIED CHICKEN! Great spot for a romantic dinner for two. read more

Fireflies eat mosquitos. That's right, you heard me. Google it. It's like Unicorns vs. Vampires. Or Jellyfish vs. Leeches. Those lovely creatures that we cupped in our hands as children defeat the bloodsucking ones. That is the gist of my experience here. Light wins in this place. Flickering glass jars with single white votives mimic the movements of fireflies at each table. The softest pillows of gnocchi (best I've had in the city) are like sweet poofs in your mouth. Wanna treat your date? Be all cute like that? Go romance. Go light. Go to Firefly. read more

Not the greatest...... the man when you first walk in is really nice but that's where it needed for us. Our server was not interested in her job at all. Food is "ok" just "ok". For the price charged Quilty needs to be higher and portions a tad larger. Lamb was fatty tofu way to salty. It's pretty safe to say we won't be back any time soon. read more

I have to say, whenever there is a restaurant that has more than four stars on Yelp and more than 100 reviewers -- it's usually a good bet that it'll be a good dining experience. Firefly, of course, was not a disappointment. We had the gnocchi with corn, tomatoes and cucumber as well as the shrimp and scallop dumplings as appetizers. Prior to Firefly I wasn't a gnocchi fan...but now I definitely am, especially when it's made right. And scallops in dumplings? I just have to say -- why didn't I think of that?? The tuna dish was bathed in a really nice sauce and the onions were a really nice touch. If you're looking for a light entree, this would be a good choice. Dessert was actually one of the best ones I've had in awhile - a lemon soda float with olallieberry sorbet and lemon sugar cookies. As the sorbet mixed together with the soda, it was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. Ambiance and service? Check and check...it is a very quaint place where you can chat with your fellow diners and the waitstaff is both friendly, efficient, and more than happy to lend some advice if asked. read more

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Firefly is a cute neighborhood place in Noe. It wasn't that full at 6:30pm on a Sunday but filled up by 8pm: it seemed to get more crowded later. There was a bigger table for larger parties, along with smaller 2 or 4 person tables, and they also have a small bar area. They have a pretty big selection of wines by the glass. They had the Unti GSM, which is one of my favorites. To start: - Sweet potato tostones: thin, nice and crisped with a sweet plum ginger glaze - not overly sweet - Mexican street corn: on the cob, 2 per serving - Heirloom tomato salad: with watermelon cubes and feta. The dressing was very light, so you could really taste the tomatoes. This was a great summer salad - Biscuit: flaky, served with honey and butter Entree: - Cauliflower and quinoa kugel: like a noodle kugel but healthier. It had a good mix of textures with a crisped top, but the inside was kind of fluffy and light. I really liked the pickled onions as a contrast, and the fennel vicchycoise underneath was really good. There were also lots of other seasonal vegetables: baby squash, spinach, tomatoes, sunburst squash, etc. This was a very solid vegetarian option Dessert: - Chocolate custard cake with strawberry buttermilk ice cream. The cake was super smooth and chocolatey, not overly sweet, and there was some crisped rice for texture - pretty impressive for a gluten free dessert Nearly everything on the menu is gluten free, including fried chicken (yes, gluten free batter). I'm not gluten free, but my friend was, and the server was very good about explaining how they don't cross contaminate in the kitchen - it's nice that they're so conscientious and sensitive about it. Everything was really solid, and the staff seemed genuinely happy to work there, which is a pleasant change from some other places! Again, it's a really cute neighborhood restaurant feel with very warm and friendly staff. The food is great for people with dietary restrictions, and even for someone without any restrictions, it was still good. read more

Go Prixe Fixe and have the best meal in Sf for this price point. Craving fried chicken? Go to Firefly on Sundays. Every meal, and there have been quite a few, has been amazing. Check out their website to see what is being offered as the menu changes monthly. Just go! read more

My daughter ordered a selection of Passover food tonight for dinner. I've never eaten restaurant food on a Jewish holiday. But I'm here visiting and she didn't want me to spend my time cooking. I was more than pleasantly surprised with the brisket. Even though I reheated it for longer than your suggested time... it was delicious. It was flavorful and very tender-didn't need a knife to cut it. And I enjoyed the potato kugel also. Thank you for a wonderful Passover dinner. I hope to visit and eat in during my next time here. read more

Went for dinner at nine pm on a Saturday night. The place was still full of customers enjoying amazing inventive cuisine for the Jewish New Year. We were seated by a very tall, stylish and handsome young man named Steven. He seated us in the booth we asked for and and took time to engage in a friendly conversation and was very attentive and helpful describing the menu, which he understood well because the staff partakes of a tasting menu prior to the restaurant opening its doors for the night. What a great idea! The brisket, kugel, halibut and heirloom tomato and melon salad all tie for first place! We also had a bottle of white grape juice which was absolutely amazing. I don't have enough adjectives to describe how much I loved this restaurant and the dinner. Actually, this is my third visit here and every time has been wonderful. Definitely one of the best restaurants in San Francisco. Special thanks to Steven for all his hard word and recommendations. Can't wait to go back for latkes in December! read more

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Every dish was a delightful. We particularly loved the Brazilian seafood. Our host / waiter was personable and knowledgeable. The outdoor seating with heaters works well, although it is a windy location and the lucite walls shook fiercely. For comfort food and in Noe it is way overpriced with entrees in the $30s. Dinner for four people, no drinks, was over $200. With price adjustments this place could be a gem. We had a great time. read more

What can I say? Usually, I have horrible waiting-to-sit-at-the-bar-or-at-a-table experiences at restaurants like Firefly. The service was so good - attentive, warm, and not over the top with fake-smile and cliche platitudes. They served us our bottle of wine at the waiting bench and got us to our spots at the bar. I had read that service at the bar was not good, but our service was better than the service at the dining room of most places. Felt really comfortable on all levels at this place. The decor is original and refreshing. The food would be 4 stars for me but everything above moves it to 5 for sure. We had the potstickers and heirloom salad to start and I had the lamb shoulder and my friend had the eggplant/couscous dish. I finished my wine first and my friend still a little left in her glass and our waiter offered to pour a little into mine. I have eaten out a lot - is this a common thing? How have I not had someone offer this before? Very nice, indeed. read more

Firefly Restaurant - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

the things i ordered here was just all wrong, but good thing i had a taste of my friends dishes that made up for this, other-wise aside from the cuteness of this place and how appropriate the setting is to the name of this restaurant, i would of given it a 2 star. DON'T order tuna tar tar - normally, you can never go wrong with tuna tar tar, it tastes great everywhere ! except here, the way they make it is, yes its chopped up fresh and raw, but the honey glazed sauce they put on it just does not go well with something like this. It comes out to an awkward taste that made my face cringe, and oh i was not the only one who felt this way because by the looks of the person who ordered it on the next table, felt the complete same way with his facial expression. beef short rib - nothing really wrong with this dish, but its nothing special and not worth the price. The beef was very soft but the flavoring of it, again not great, kind of dry and bland. DO order 65 degree egg & asparagus - DELICIOUS !! the egg was basically poached (perfectly) and sprinkled with bread crumbs on top, to stick to it and created a nice texture, mixed it with some asparagus and youve got a great appetizer! ( the. yolk also oozed out as you cut through the egg) fried chicken - i'd have to say, even though i prefer my friend chicken to be a little crispier, at least the flavor was there and even the breast was very tender and juicy a great thing they have to offer is a $36 pre-fix menu where you get to choose 1 appetizer, 1 entree & 1 desset. & you will be completely stuffed after this ! read more

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Wh00t! We just called and got their very last reservation for V-day! 9:45pm. read more

Firefly Restaurant - Take me! Now! - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

The food and service were both great. I had good memories of a meal there several years ago and was not disappointed this weekend. Although I have no special dietary restrictions, I found it thoughtful that it was asked about at the beginning of service. My friend and I shared several small plates - all were good but the highlights were the daikon radish cakes and the kale salad. read more

Had dinner here,7/9/2021. Service was perfect. People were so nice! The food not so much. Had their fried chicken with mashed potatoes and cole slaw. The chicken was crispy and fine. We did know it was all dark meat a thigh and leg. But the side dishes were actually inedible. The mashed potatoes were so watery they ran through my fork. The slaw was also tasteless and looked old. Thought it was expensive $30. For dark meat chicken? The appetizer cheesy buns we had were just ok. Maybe the cheese wasn't melted inside. They seemed tough. Ended up being 60. Per person we had 3 beers 2 glasses of wine. We were 5 it was 298.00...very pricey for a less than average meal. read more

We had a fabulous meal and overall experience here tonight! I experienced none of the complaints mentioned in several reviews. The host was patient and gracious with a walk-in group of 7 on a Saturday night (!) and our server was lovely. We made a meal of 5 small plates, all good but our favorites were the kale salad and the daikon radish cakes. The atmosphere is casual and artistic; we were totally satisfied. read more

Was happy to come back to Firefly. I love how real this place is. The service is incredible (with personality, not snobby), and the food a hit! Last night, we both ordered a glass of this crazy good rose. And then shared sweet potato appetizer (pretty good) and these corn fritters (holy holy holy, yum). I ordered the fried chicken plate. YES!! Love supporting the smaller neighborhood spots. Great seasonal food, less hype. And all the good stuffs. Perfect. read more

I'm torn on how to review our dinner. This is a small neighborhood place that was so noisy on a Thursday evening. Parking is hard to find so leave time too circle the streets. The service was attentive and food came out in a timely manner. The good Brussel Sprouts, dark seed bread, porridge, salmon. You definitely need a reservation. The prices are a bit high in my opinion. read more

Very good food. A lot of gluten free options. The server was very helpful with after dinner plans.

Not impressed with this neighborhood restaurant that so many people rave about! And why does it have such a great following.... I don't know!!! My party and I came and it was a bit early but they sat us in the corner and it was ok so one star.... ok half a star. Then all their daft beers was out.... my gosh it's only Tuesday and the dam tap is out! The wine menu half decent- half a star.... Food was mediocre Fried chicken was good okay a full star.... but the desert came out...one was small but it's okay bread pudding I guess should be only 2 ounces.... and the ice cream decent but the s'mores was so small it was about a spoon size served on a little 2" sauce plate... that was the worst! Negative star!!!!! So the service was good and that's why we gave it 2 stars! With so many other places to go in this city... go elsewhere!!! read more

Firefly restaurant is fabulous! I can't say enough good things about it! The food is super yummo. I am gluten intolerant (very sensitive) , and almost all of their menu is gluten free. They are extremely careful with their kitchen practices and I have always had a very tummy positive experience. The seed bread and spread is to die for! As is the fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy. If you're looking for something special, do your stomach a favor and order something from Firefly, you won't regret it! read more

So we had dinner here about a year ago. At that time I would have given them five stars just in how good the seeded bread was. I know it's been a year since then. But, I had dreamed of that yummy crunchy seeded bread for a year! So we made reservations for tonight and went. Boy what a disappointment on the seeded bread I'd dreamed of, for so long. It came out burnt and black. The waiter came by and even asked us how was everything. My wife asked if the bread was supposed to be burnt like it was? Get this he replied back 'yes that's how we serve it' There is no way I'd be dreaming of this burnt bread for a year! I know for a fact when I had it, it wasn't burnt! Totally a bummer! I truly wanted that yummy memory back and they did not deliver.... So, we also shared the cauliflower flat bread. The cauliflower flatbread was delicious! As well we had the sweet potato like chips and the asparagus salad. Both were fine. Here's the deal, If the seeded loaf had been like the first time we finned here? I would give 1-2 more stars. Again, burnt bread is not something I dream of! As well the service was rushed and our plates were snatched up right as we were removing the last piece or bite. That is so rude and makes the diner feel like you are saying hurry! You should not be taking plates away while people are still eating. The food seemed a bit dry and over cooked in areas. To be fair the cauliflower flat bread was great though. However we probably wouldn't come back for another year? If at all.... read more

Firefly Restaurant - First time here, I will let you know. - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great little place in Noe Valley. They have an interesting selection of seasonal dishes. Who would have thought that a vegetable dish would taste so savory?! YUM! (1) Fall Vegetable Gratin with Black Trumpet Mushrooms, Savoy Cabbage and Butternut Squash Mousse (2) Striped Bass with Celery Root Ravioli, Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Pearl Onions and Red Wine Syrup (3) Mascarpone Panna Cotta with Meyer Lemon Gelee, Huckleberry Compote and Huckleberry Jam filled Shortbread The Panna cotta dessert was amazing! Such interesting combination of flavors. I would definitely come here again! read more

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I have dined here several times through the years, but NEVER AGAIN! Had dinner here last night for a belated birthday dinner. The seating was allowed for only 90 minutes. Pay a lot for okay food, eat as fast as possible, and get out. 2 grades above McDonald's where I never go. The waitress literally told us to leave while we were still eating and had food on our plates, and had the audacity to say one of us was late (yes, I was late 5 minutes, while my friend had arrived 5 minutes earlier than our booking and had already ordered wine. My worst dining experience ever. Never again will I return to this horrible place that calls itself a restaurant, but is clearly ignorant of the full meaning of the word. read more

Had the pea-cake appetizer which was scrumptious. Then- Excellent fried chicken with tasty slaw, mashed potatoes and biscuit. Really good service too. Can't wait to return! read more

This restaurant is a gem, so much so I feel compelled to delete this review just so other people don't know about it. The less people that know about it the more I can bask in the greatness that is the complete Firefly experience. As phenomenal as the cuisine is at this establishment I'd be pressed to say the staff may be the stars of the show. They're clearly a family and a cohesive unit that all works together to make you feel warm, fuzzy welcome and excited about your dining experience. I see minimal to no rotation in staff over the years I've dined here and I don't think any of these fine folks have lost any exuberance for the food they serve nightly. Then there's the food! Oh and wine too! Food simple, sophisticated yet exotic. Recognizable recipes executed flawlessly. More exotic dishes served in a way I would imagine a grandmother in that recipes native land would serve it. Sprinkle some passionately curated wines that perfectly harmonize with the current dish line up and the experience is complete. This food fills my heart and feeds my soul. The waiting staff gives me the afterglow and gentle nudge to send me floating home satiated and enamored every time. I'd work here if I wasn't a clumsy oaf and I'd eat here every night if I were rich. Please don't read this lengthy review so I can still get a table at the tap of my life's blood. Or do read it and support the most worthy restaurant in all the land... read more

4.5! FOOD: 1.) Scallop entree = yum, it was mixed with some corn and lettuce and a lil spicy sauce. The taste was really yummy. Only three pieces. 2.) Steak = yumm, it was cut in bite sized pieces! Just how I like my food! Kinda chewy, but I guess bc it's small, the outer edges get more cooked, but the flavor was very tastey and meaty. The center was still nice and pink, as medium rare should be .. on a bed of spinach that had this interesting smoked flavor to it haha. . . But yah this dish was good 3.) Bread - o yea they gave a loaf of bread, not warmed up.. with a carrot & chick pea spread. lol kinda funny, it's a very subtle taste SERVICE: Sat at the bar. Water filled frequently. ATMOSPHERE: It's cute, it's nice, sophisticated, yet kind of a quaint grandma feel with the floral appetizer plates but there's contemporary almost abstract paintings hung around. read more

My friend goes somewhere nice every year for his birthday. I mentioned I wanted to try Firefly and he said it was really good. We made a plan and went just this week. We drove in and had no problem parking at 6:30 on a Tuesday evening. The waitstaff was warm and welcoming, they were attentive but relaxed. The decor was artsy yet casual. We chose to partake in the prefix menu. I got the Shrimp and Sea Scallop Potstickers with Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce,Roasted Rack of Lamb with Curried Spinach, Walnuts, Panisse and Rosemary Lamb Jus, and Passionfruit Meringue Mousse with Coconut Tapioca and a glass of wine. While it was all really yummy, it was a bit rich for me and in the future i would have ever item again but maybe not all at once. My friend ordered Lola Rosa Salad with Fines Herbes and Red Wine-Confit Garlic Vinaigrette,Russet Potato Gnocchi with Roasted & Raw Spring Vegetables, Spring Herb Pesto and Pickled Mustard Seeds Strawberry and Yogurt Sorbets with Raspberry-Rhubarb Jam Filled Shortbread, and a beer, her really loved his meal but he did choose lighter food than me. If i could recommend anything it would be a lighter appetizer if you are having a heavy mean and vice versa. the portion sizes were perfect and i ended up taking one third of entree home just so i could fit dessert and i was really full! For a fancy dinner i found the price reasonable but not something i would do every night. next time i might just have an appetizer and dessert! :) read more

Firefly Restaurant - Dessert: Passionfruit Meringue Mousse with Coconut Tapioca, Mangoes - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California