Lovely cozy and inviting interior and such friendly service! I appreciated how they split dishes for two people and also allow for items on their fixed menu to be ordered a la carte - braised short rib (5/5) : amazing flavor in every part of the dish. Short rib was tender and the red wine sauce was decadent. The horseradish crema was actually light. The potato gratin was cheesy and delicious. The maitake and kale balanced the dish! - japanese sweet potato (4/5): disappointed that this was not actual japanese sweet potato but regular orange ones.. it would have been exponentially better had this been as advertised. Otherwise still decent - tahini sauce went well with the sweet potato read more

Heirloom Cafe - Braised short rib - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here for dinner with a friend and decided to share. The restaurant offers tasting menu with wine pairing or à la carte. We got à la carte. We started with the beet salad which had grapefruit tomatoes and arugula.very nice! Then we ordered the mussels but we thought it would be in shells but it came in a soup bowl with a big piece of bread. Very good too. Then the main courses were Duck confit (which is in the tasting menu) also very good and braised short ribs (while it was a large portion the beef was a extra salty and would have been great if it weren't so salty) - not sure what happened to that dish as I love short ribs. The restaurant has a nostalgic look with linen table cloths and napkins. There's a lot of staff walking around and everyone seemed attentive and friendly. read more

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We came here for the Valentine's meal, although we didn't get the set dinner everything was still a great experience! Between the two of us we had the bread and butter, mussels, winter soup, black cod, and gnocchi. Honest notes: the mussels were deshelled which was convenient, but they soaked up a little too much saltiness for my liking. The bread that came with it though was warm, buttery, and perfectly crispy. The black cod was slightly overcooked and lost a bit of that tenderness you'd expect from such a soft fish. The standouts were the housemade sourdough, which was perfectly tart with a dense chew and paired so well with the Strauss butter. The winter soup was genuinely the star of the show, hearty and full of umami. If it comes back in season, you have to try it! The gnocchi came with truffle on the house, light sauce, bouncy and buttery with the mushrooms standing out~ Service was impeccable, fresh plates between every dish. We'll 100% be back for the next rotation of dishes :) read more

My wife had the Hamachi Crudo which was Outstanding and the Halibit entree which was also excellent. I did the tasting menu and wine pairing, also very good. Charming neighborhood establishment read more

Simply delicious food that was such a delightful surprise! I love the food, service and ambience. Everything we ordered we loved. The number one favorite was the cucumber goddess salad to start. Cold, crisp, crunchy, savory, refreshing and unique. Its a must try! I will highly recommend and I will be going back one day for sure. I love our meal here last night. All veg was super fresh. read more

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One of our very favorites places to dine. The experience is like walking into a friend's home. The staff could not be more warm and welcoming. The food, stellar! Consistency has been their gift. Every dish is like a hug. Incredibly satisfying. read more

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Just amazing, my wife and I we just had dinner at the restaurant and was unbelievable, the short rib no words, the local black cod is also something that you have to try if you are coming here is simply incredible. you have to try it, service was excellent, they were very efficient and very knowledgeable about the food and wine, the atmosphere was perfect for our date night. My wife was so happy. read more

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Heirloom Cafe is a cozy and inviting neighborhood establishment. The dim lighting and rustic interior make it great for a date night or an intimate gathering. Upon entering we were greeted as if we were long-time regulars. Our server Alyssa was attentive, kind, and conversational. chicories, shaved fennel, arugula, Manchego, Josey Baker croutons, goddess: A wonderful start to the meal. All the vegetables were fresh, with a crisp and vibrant quality. The salad tasted strongly of the Manchego, with aged, tangy notes present throughout. The sourdough croutons helped mellow out the strong flavors wonderfully. My only complaint is that I think the salad could have been better coated, as a whisper of the arugula's acridity was noticeable. bacon and onion tart: Deceptive simplicity executed with elegance. The textural interplay between the crisp meaty bacon, the savory-sweet onion jam, and the laminated tart, all on a bed of arugula was divine. I especially appreciated the slightly acidic arugula dressing, which cut down on the strong umami of the rest of the dish. PEI mussels out of their shells, roasted fennel, sherry broth, griddled toast, parsley: Our favorite dish of the night. The mussels were cooked à point, providing a beautifully bouncy bite. The soup had a delectable maritime sweetness, that was strengthened by the sherry broth. The griddled toast was the crown jewel, it was the perfect canvas, with a soft top layer to absorb the soup, and a structurally-sound bottom. Liberty duck confit, riesling braised cabbage, thyme-spaetzle, maitake, mandarinquat mostarda: Executed well, but perhaps too ambitious with it's flavor choices. The duck yielded tender meat beneath crackling skin. However, the mostarda intense citrus notes left little room for other flavors. What should have been a ballet of flavors became a mandarinquat-dominated performance. ginger cake, citrus crème anglaise, honeyed sesame pecans: Prepared well. The finishing notes of ginger were warming, which contributed to the comforting nature of the dish. Paired against the cool, silken crème anglaise it provided a unique dichotomy. But ultimately, compared to the rest of the night this dish came across as quite pedestrian. read more

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Snagged a last minute reservation at the bar for dinner before Día de los Muertos. Bacon and onion tart arrived promptly and quite tasty (sweet/salty) on a soft pastry base but was slightly undersized. Gnocchi (with sausage, chives, kale) were pillowy, charred with melt-in-the-mouth goodness. Duck confit very thoughtfully prepared: juicy, unexpectedly tender, well-portioned duck meat (perhaps intentionally under-salted) dusted with crispness on top (sans skin). The presence of maitake mushrooms, pole beans and sweet mission figs presented a delectable dilemma: how best to create a forkful of contrasting taste. Dessert: chocolate pot de creme consisted of crisp wafer crumbling on a sea of luxuriant chocolate custard under softly whipped cream. Bresca Dorada (vermouth) has an unusual golden hue, infused with herbal freshness, an unmistakable bitterness, almost like a subtly mixed drink. Service was prompt and unpretentious. read more

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Thank you chef Josh! Excellent experience! Service: 10/10 we arrived early and were seated right away. The host was friendly and greeted us genuinely. Our server brought water, olives and almonds and extra olives for my wife with almond allergies so she can try the yummy olives. Amazing detail to my parties food allergies and checked to make sure the food was safe and had alternatives to accommodate. Food: 10/10 the food was delicious. French influenced California cuisine. Fresh high quality ingredients. Sauces that enhanced the flavors and a balance of umami in all dishes. It was great that one person can have the prefix menu and others at the table can order al a cart. You can also order just one dish from prefix menu. The duck was perfect, the 3 cheeses with toast paired perfectly with the Bordeaux. The smoked trout was very well seasoned and balanced nicely with the pickled cauliflower. The hanger steak was super tender and flavorful with no dairy!!! Wine paring is excellent. The selection of French wines is reasonable and great for food pairing. I think the josey baker sourdough beats tartine country bread! The warm Chocolate cookie with ice cream was delicious, the polenta cake with cream and rhubarb was shockingly good! Ambience: 8/10 I love the simple open decor. Bar, dining and kitchen blend together. It wasn't too noisy because the ceiling pads dampened it. Price: $$ (great value) Overall, an amazing neighborhood up leveled cuisine in a casual setting. We will be back with friends! read more

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Last night was our first visit to Heirloom Cafe, and it was for a much-needed Date Night. Walking in, the maître d' asked if they could take our coats, which is a nice touch. We were seated at a corner two-top that was perfect for our purposes. We thoroughly debated the merits of the prix fixe menu but ultimately decided on starters, entrees, and desserts from the à la carte menu. I began with the mussels - the white wine-pastis in the sauce was a surprisingly delicious touch! For my entrée, I chose the chicory Caesar salad with smoked trout. And here is one of the reasons we really enjoyed Heirloom Cafe and will be back: for the most part, the menu is very vegetable-forward. The Caesar salad for example had just flakes of smoked trout scattered throughout -- and that was enough for a beautifully savory dinner salad. For my dessert, I asked for the cheese plate off the main dinner menu, and it was perfect. With all of this, I had a very nice 2019 Vouvray Extra Brut, and with dessert a 2023 Tokaji. All in all, it was an excellent date night dinner -- and we'll be back! read more

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Disappointed especially after reading reviews. Got hamburger which was nothing special on sad spongy bread.

Food is delicious as always! I've been eating here since like 2012 and the cuisine never disappoints! Friendly service and cozy atmosphere. read more

Heirloom Cafe - Corn soup and peas - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wonderful....Start to Finish. The Welcoming Hostesses were warm, friendly & of course welcoming. (Not to be taken for granted) The wait"person" ....Stellar! I assumed she was the owner, but no. "Just" someone who obviously enjoyed what she was doing and did it well! Oh yes, the food. Well, I'll be back. I feel at a loss that this place has been around for years & we've never been to it. Anyway, I give it 5 Stars. read more

Restauran is inside an old general store what a location! It's so cozy and inviting . The food was amazing; we went for the full tasting menu , with the paired wind of course and added a few A La Carte items everything was phenomenal. Our server made sure to stage our large meal (so our table wasn't over-whelmed) , she was very knowledgeable of the menu. Looking forward yo going back to this gem. read more

This place is beyond fantastic and killed it through the service all the way to the food. This quaint restaurant on the corner of Folsom St has created sensational seasonal dishes that left us yearning for more. There was not a single dish that disappointed and was a complete revelation! The restaurant has an open kitchen so you can see how they prepare the dishes which is super cool. I wasn't able to pick a favorite dish because they all had something unique and were incredibly delicious. Would recommended this place to all my friends. read more

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Incredible experience on our first visit. The whole vibe is great, you could go in dressed up (we did) or more casual. Service was spot on from the host to the waiter. Then the food, WOW! Get the secret menu burger. Totally different than anything you've had and it's delicious. Got the pasta and salmon + calamari starter. Thank God someone does grilled calamari in the states, seriously the best. read more

Good Californian cuisine. I liked the giant bean dish and the soup dish a lot. The salads were pretty good too. Love the romantic relaxing ambience. read more

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I'd been meaning to come to this place for sometime and after finally doing so I am pleased to have finally done so. I found it rather easy to make a list minute online reservation and upon arrival was delighted by the soft, rustic, warm and traditional ambiance this place offered. The hostess was friendly and our server was knowledgeable and made good recommendations. As for the food; I was extremely surprised by how "limited" the menu was -- there really are not a lot of options to choose from. Only a couple appetizers and a few entrees, with options to add soup, salad and a side or two. Nonetheless, we were able to piece together a pretty good experience. We ordered the bread+butter and the beet salad as an appetizer, and I ordered the short rib while my parter ordered the cod as entrees. All the food was prepared perfectly and tasted great; the only food complaint was from my partner who doesn't like eating the skin on fish (though I didn't personally mind it). Outside of the limited menu, my only other grievance is that prices were very high. It's SF, and I expect to pay on the high side for a good dining experience, but $20 for a salad and $40+ for an entree is somewhat extreme. I think if they dropped their prices by 15 to 20% it'd be a bit more equitable considering the establishment and food preparation quality/quantity. While I certainly won't make this place my regular weekly/monthly outing destination; I will likely revisit in the future (though I'm not sure how often they "refresh" their menu or introduce new items -- I'll inquire in advance prior to revisiting). I would recommend for folks looking for a nice higher-end dining experience to try this place out, at-least once. read more

Food was, in my opinion, Michelin quality. I've eaten at "top rated" restaurants and this meal was better. Flavors were pure heaven. This restaurant was cozy, ambience wasn't too pretentious. I liked our service, a little stand-offish but I prefer that. I don't like when servers feel they need to pretend to be my friend to get a tip. I tip regardless. That said, the bill included a 5% fee that confused me. It kinda seems like the 5% goes to the server but I wasn't sure. So I didn't know how much to tip. I went with 15% but didn't feel comfortable with it. A little transparency please. read more

Great food and service. I had the steak and it was cooked perfect. I actually made a mistake and let them know I was allergic to nuts after they already made it and they made a new one and brought us a salad dish while we waited. Not necessary or expected, but appreciated. The manager came out and told us about how they source their food and it shows, the quality is there. Would highly recommend for a kind of bougee date night or something read more

Absolutely delightful!! This place is so cozy and delicious. The service and vibes were excellent - highly recommend.

A very California, Chez Panisse vibe where the focus is on seasonal, thoughtful food. No pretentious ingredients, just your typical produce like carrots, cauliflower, broccolli, lentils, etc. all probably from a local farm. The service was warm and friendly, just like the candlelit space. Can't wait to come back again with friends! read more

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The food here was very good and they have a nice wine selection. The ambiance is nice, it's reasonably quiet and great for a date or deep conversation. The service was fine, though our server wasn't particularly personable. read more

Have heard about Heirloom from all my local friends, but somehow have been missing out! Went tonight for my husband's 65th birthday and it was superb. Feels like a lovely Parisian restaurant, such a good vibe, wines are amazing (and marked up so much less than most places). Mushroom and onion tart delicious, sweet potato dish memorable, duck confit, cod and even the salad worth returning for. We live nearby and will go often. The bar or sitting at the kitchen counter would be fun. Professional service and knowledge about the extensive wine list topped off the beautiful dining experience. Oh and the desserts were delicious, the price fixe meal was reasonable! Sweet neighborhood-y spot. read more

Delicious vegetarian meal! Excellent service! Food is so fresh and delicious!! Great wine list read more

This restaurant is just the best. Great food. Super friendly people that make you feel at home. Tremendous wine list and they are very careful about the wine choice. And feels "neighborhoody" and sophisticated at the same time! read more

I was hoping for a warmer neighborhood vibe. I didn't make a reservation on resy as I saw that it looked open enough. When I arrived and asked to sit at the bar the Front Manager was a bit cold and liked at his ipad and said that they "may" have just one seat available at the open bar. It took him a bit to figure out where to place me. I guess the other single person who came in after me had a reservation. It did fill up but as someone who cines alone a lot, it's a better feeling when I am treated like I am not being an annoyance for asking to sit at the bar without a reservation. I get how it all works as someone who appreciates the food service industry with a passion. I don't get why I received such a weird response to walking in. That being said, I also appreciate being seated in a place where I can socialize with the bartender, wine person and was seated at the bar where platea were being made. Dining alone is like that. It's a lovely experience to talk more about the items with a server. That being said, the woman who did tend to me was stellar. She gave me info on the wines and had a friendly, warm demeanor. She joked and wasn't as stuck up as the person who sat me. The pasta was fresh and delicious. I am glad I just ordered that and savored it all. I guess if I do come back ill bring a friend and ensure I make a reservation and maybe make a request on seating. read more

Heirloom Cafe - Fettuccine - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been walking by this place for a while now and always wanted to try it. Ambience was charming and gave me bistro vibes. Not coming back just because I was underwhelmed. I'm all about flavours and food and gave 5 stars to places where the service isn't that great but the food hit the mark. Not the case here. Not a single plate impressed me, they were all average and missing flavour. The duck salad was probably the biggest disappointment. The bar only had wine, even though it was a big bar. The options for my friend who couldn't drink alcohol were ginger ale and sparkling water...not coming back. read more

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One of the best restaurants I've been to in the Bay Area in a very very long time. Heirloom café sits in an unassuming storefront in the mission district about a 10 minute walk from Bart. The menu is astonishingly good, despite being fairly brief. We split a ton of dishes, including the olives, butternut squash soup, a fabulous little gem salad, house smoked trout toast (don't miss this!), and black cod. Everything was wonderful, simple, understated, delicious, unpretentious. We sat at the bar and drank wine for hours. Nobody rushed us. Ambience is warm and wonderful. Feels almost like a Parisian café. Highly recommend. read more

The ambiance of this place is amzingggg perfect for a date night or cute night out. They have an insane wine list with selections across the globe. The service was also pretty efficient. Food was good, but not mind blowing especially considering the prices. There is also a pretty minimal selection of entrees. I really enjoyed the fact that heirloom cafe tries to have seasonal menus. I would definitely recommend checking this out if you are looking to splurge! read more

Heirloom Cafe - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I found this restaurant while perusing through the 2019 SF Top 100 list and decided to give it a try. In general, I always go for the tasting menu at restaurants and since Heirloom's prix fixe included a wine pairing, I was drinking that night. The food and the wine pairings were excellent. The food was rustic, straightforward and well-executed - a salad, a steak and a dessert. The highlight of the evening was that steak - there's very few things better than a steak cooked perfectly medium rare but those beans really stole the show. It's really hard to impress me these days and this entree did. I'm not a wine expert by any means but these three glasses really went well with the dishes. I was buzzed at the end of the night. Service was fabulous and I was seated at the counter - it's really my favorite spot in a restaurant with an open kitchen (it's like dinner and a show). I loved the anachronistic vibe of the restaurant - it's a really charming, warm and comfortable place. With tax and tip, this was about $110 - a great value for delicious food with a wine pairing. Highly recommended!!! read more

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Cute cafe with friendly service but I found it to be underwhelming and overpriced. Their prix fix menu was attractive at $50pp so I visited on Friday with a friend. We had a total of 3 glasses of wine and a decaf cappuccino with our meal as well as the optional fettuccine course and the bill came out to a whopping $250 including taxes and gratuity for just 2 people. I want to help support local businesses and the service industry but it felt kind of steep. -corn soup had good texture but too salty - 3 -fettuccine was way too salty and portion was tiny for $24 - 2 -halibut was decent but needed more seasoning - 4 -strawberry shortcake looked pretty but had zero taste. Not even a little bit sweet. - 2 read more

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Food: 3/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Overall: Food was pretty average in my mind. The extended review... Food: Apple Salad - This was a very refreshing an thankfully and the server was kind enough to split this for us. Nice taste and very light. Duck Confit - I was excited about this dish but was a little bit underwhelmed when it came out. It was slightly overcooked and all the other accompaniments on the plate were a little bit too overpowering for the dish I felt. Ginger Cake - I've had ginger cakes at a few places and to me it was pretty average in terms of it's taste. There were a lot of components to it which was good but overall there wasn't a kick to this dish. Service: Friendly and attentive service. Ambiance: A really cute spot with mood lighting. It's a very rustic feeling restaurant and nicely spaced out. read more

Heirloom Cafe has delicious food, lovely service, and a charming rustic appeal. I've been here twice now for special occasions, and greatly enjoyed the experience both times. I haven't tried the set menu - we went with getting a variety of plates and sharing. I appreciate Heirloom's grounded approach with their ingredients. Some restaurants in a similar quality/price tier list seem to lean heavily into unusual ingredients/combinations simply for the sake of making something unexpected, but Heirloom generally sticks to the classics and seems to come out all the better for it. Inside, the restaurant is cozy without being overly cramped. Food comes out quickly. Don't skip dessert! The pot de creme and chocolate chip cookie are both delicious. read more

Amazing dinner and enjoyed a bunch of a la carte options tonight from. A real hidden gem. Totally mellow and fun with locals coming in from around the Outer Mission. Staff was awesome. Food was great. read more

Heirloom Cafe - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Absolutely delightful. We have been coming here for many years and this was our first time since the pandemic. Wonderful too see this little gem thriving and a total treat to have it in the neighborhood. The food is fantastic, service phenomenal and ambience perfect for a romantic dinner or get together with friends. read more

This place was superb! All the dishes were perfect, they used seasonal produce to craft artful, tasty, and healthy plates. The service was warm and attentive. The vibe is unpretentious. We will surely be back! read more

Great find. I must have read about this place at some point and had it on my list. Came here with a friend and it did not disappoint. Fantastic service, delicious food and cozy yet romantic ambiance. Will be back!! read more

Charming ambiance and friendly service! The food was pretty good but nothing too memorable IMO. The wine list, however, was pretty impressive! read more