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    Lolinda

    4.2 (2.6k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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    ASADO MIXTO
    Kelekolio M.

    Came for an engagement dinner, the ambience is elegant, lights are dim, seems to be a nice date spot for sure. We ordered a couple appetizers such as the fish, sausages, and bread with cheese. All were delicious. For my main entree I ordered the asada mixto and it's is definitely shareable between two people. Big portion, the meats were flavorful, and the potato and shishito peppers were the perfect sides to finish the dish. I wasn't a huge fan of the pork blood but it was my first time having that so I didn't know what to expect it definitely has a different taste that I haven't tasted before! Overall, good service, good food, and lovely ambiance.

    Mahima D.

    Saw some TikTok videos about this spot and I've been meaning to try it and finally came for a double date dinner! + great ambiance + nice friendly staff + we loved the appetizers - the ceviche was a favorite! The pan de quejo and empanadas were good too + liked the passionfruit flan - mains was okay (chicken milanesa and steak frites). Nice spot to take people especially if you want a vibey dimly lit spot - great for date night too. Definitely get the ceviche/focus more on apps in my opinion!

    Tiffany Y.

    We made a reservation ahead of time for a group of 3, but were able to change it to 5 later on. We were seated at the booth and the seating was fine for conversation, but this booth was facing another booth, which made us feel a bit awkward. I would recommend requesting for one of their tables instead. The restaurant has very dim lighting, but you can still appreciate the beautiful interior/decor. The servers are extremely nice and gave great descriptions + recommendations. We ordered the ceviche de pescado, artichoke, pulpo, croquetas, roasted cauliflower, yuca fries, Ojo de bife - ribeye steak, Bife con papas, and gaucho. The ceviche was everyone's favorite appetizer, with fried corn was unique and balanced out the acidity of the ceviche. The yuca fries and cauliflower were basic dishes that I wouldn't order again for the price. The artichoke was a bit of a disappointment as it was more difficult to eat than expected. The char on the artichoke was a bit too overpowering as well. The main dishes were great! All the beef was done to perfection and melted in your mouth. The fries that come with the bife con papas were extremely flavorful and had a good crisp that made it very addicting. For dessert, we ordered the churros, apples crostata, and chocolate cake. The churros themselves were average, but the side caramel and chocolate sauces were surprisingly not overly sweet. The chocolate cake was decadent and moist -- would recommend if you like a dense cake. The apples crostata had great flavor from the apples and the sweetness from the apples were nice with the ice cream on top. Personally, I would just get the chocolate cake again.

    Ojo de Bife (ribeye steak 18oz)
    Janny W.

    I feel like the quality has gone down quite a bit compared to our previous visits. The ojo de bife (ribeye) came bone in this time, which was never the case before, so I do think the menu should specify that to avoid misleading guests. The bread that accompanied the steak also wasn't toasted at all, though our server kindly took it back and gave it a quick toast, which we appreciated. Service was attentive overall, but throughout dinner, our plates were cleared so quickly that it made the experience feel a bit rushed, especially since we had ordered a bottle of wine and were simply trying to enjoy the evening and catch up with friends. On a positive note, the wine recommendation paired really well with our steaks. The yuca fries tasted a little stale, while the gem salad was decent but nothing particularly memorable. We'll still definitely come back because we've enjoyed this spot in the past, but the overall vibe just felt a little off this time around. Cheers!

    COLIFLOR
    Flora S.

    Restaurant is located in the Sf mission district. We came here for dinner and as you enter the restaurant, the host area is lit, but when you enter the main dining, the lights are dimmed and felt romantic. The restaurant has an upstairs as well. Our server was very nice and pleasant to speak with. Gave us some recommendations on the menu as well as drinks. We started with a cocktail and a glass of red wine. For our appetizer we had the Pulpo, coliflor and Hueso Asado. The pulpo which is octopus was nice and tender. Really delicious. The coliflor was okay. It was a little dense for me. The Hueso Asado was scrumptious, buttery and full of flavor, but half of a bone marrow was too small for an appetizer and only served with 4 small thin crostini. For entree we had the Ojo de Bife and Malbec short ribs. The Ojo de Bife which is the rib eye was delicious and grilled perfectly. The meat was not as tender, but the meat itself had a lot of flavor. The short ribs were excellent! Very tender and scrumptious. I would order this again. They should bring back the beef tongue or Lengua. I heard it is a must try. Anyway, we had a great time. It was a great atmosphere and love the vibe on this place. Would definitely come back!

    Pan con queso
    Lorenzo C.

    This restaurant is absolutely worth checking out. The ambiance was great: stylish, welcoming, and perfect for a night out/celebration/date night without feeling overly formal. Our server was excellent and made the entire experience feel smooth and enjoyable. Despite it being a steak-forward I do recommend trying the ceviche de pescado--one of the best! However, the highlight of the night was definitely the steaks. It was easily some of the best steaks I've had in a long time. They were perfectly cooked, flavorful, and incredibly tender. You can tell they really care about the quality of the food here. Between the atmosphere, service, and tasty meal, this is definitely a place I'll be coming back to. Great selection of wines. Recommend the Altacedro Cabernet. SIDE NOTE: I didn't give this place 5 stars because of the hostess. Not the friendliest. And when asked if there was another table available with a different arrangement, she ignored our inquiry and never came back to check back in. We would have been ok with her response being no. This just didn't mirror the rest of experience.

    Lesly M.

    First time here and we loved it! We got the ceviche, citrusy with a kick - loved the fritters. The pulpo was tender with savory, salty base. Steak frites were so good. Asado mixto was nice to share for the table. Got the ribeye too, so good. For dessert, we loved the chocotorta which was decadent. The passionfruit flan was nice, tart. Place has a dim, calm ambiance. Plenty of seating downstairs and upstairs. Our server, Rayne, was kind and attentive to us. Will definitely recommend this place to others!

    Hanger steak + frites, ceviche, ribeye, Malbec
    Natalie W.

    The whole experience was not bad, and the food was delicious. I ordered the Yuca croquettes, ceviche, hanger steak frites and my friend ordered the Ribeye. After asking for medium pink, my steak was served bleeding and when I asked for it to be cooked more, they did that without issue. I understand it's a bit of a faux pas to ask for medium at a steak restaurant, but I appreciate the accommodations. Fries were oily so I had to avoid them but the stand out was the yuca croquettes which were crisp on the outside and buttery and soft inside with a delicious sauce. The ceviche was fresh and the corn fritters served with them were 10/10. Service was very good but almost too quick. The server took away my appetizer before I finished and also took my silverware so I was waiting for a fork before I could eat my main. No big deal, but just hyper vigilant. We were checked up on no less than 5 times after starting our meal, drinks were never empty and the staff was very sweet and accommodating. The entry area is spacious and has a very open and comfortable feel which is contrasted by the tables which are pretty tightly spaced and close to together so much so that I could hear the people on both sides of me and had to elevate my volume above any normal level to talk during my meal. I think the overall space could be better organized. It's DARK. Not dimly lit, almost had to turn on my phone flashlight to see my dinner table. Overall for the taste and service I will definitely return!

    Yuca fries
    Arthur T.

    Tried Lolinda out as a group of 6! We had reservations, and were led upstairs and pretty quiet for the most part which was nice. (As we left for the night, it was pretty packed downstairs and a lot louder). We ordered quite a bit of food! -tartar de carne $15 -ceviche mixto $17 -pan de queso $10 -pulpo (octopus) $23 -milanesa napolitana (chicken thigh) $31 -seco de costilla (short rib) $38 -yuca fries $10 -gaucho (bone-in ribeye) $85 -hueso asado (bone marrow) $18 For dessert, we ordered: -chocotorta (chocolate cake) -churros All desserts $11. Overall, flavors were good. Plates are definitely tapas, so on the smaller side. Street parking if you're lucky. Otherwise, we parked in the garage about a block down.

    Yuca fries and braised short ribs
    Linda H.

    4.5! It was awesome. Would love to go back! Anytime. I went with a friend for dinner and we both had a cocktail. I got the Pink House and he got the Negroni-- lovely and strong. We started with the ceviche de pescado with a crispy and unique corn fritter. We had the beef tartare which was creamy and the toast it came with was nice and buttery. Then we had the octopus and braised short ribs! The short ribs were both of our favorites-- rich and satisfying. Oh and we got yuca fries. Flavors were on point. Texture was all there. Would be happy to go back.

    Broccolini
    Mary M.

    I told a friend I wanted to be surprised with dinner at a place we hadn't visited before, and she chose Lolinda. Funny enough, once I got there, I realized I had actually been before, possibly for my birthday last year. I remember having a great experience back then, enjoying a parrillada and finishing with delicious churros, but I never wrote a review since I was caught up celebrating. This time, we decided to explore different options. We started with the octopus, which was beautifully prepared, and the pão de queijo served with a honey butter that was absolutely irresistible. For the main course, we ordered the ribeye with broccolini. The broccolini had a subtle kick of spice that I actually really enjoyed, and the texture and doneness were just perfect. Their cocktail menu offers a great variety. We had a caipirinha and a margarita made with both tequila and mezcal such a bold and flavorful combination. Service was excellent. Our server whose name sounded something like Jeffrey (but not quite!) was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. To finish, I tried the alfajores, served with a creamy accompaniment that tied everything together beautifully. We left with a great taste in our mouths and an even better impression of the place. Lolinda is definitely a spot worth coming back to.

    Beef tartare
    Anna Y.

    Our experience at Lolinda was amazing, recently found out about this place from our date night. The ambiance is very nice, definitely a good place to host celebrations since it has two floors. Our server was nice and explained to us what she recommended for drinks and food. We got the beef tartare to start and it was super yummy, but wanted there to be a little more bread. For our mains, we got their steak and broccolini. The steak was well-seasoned and rich, very nicely paired with the little sides they give such as the bread and chimichurri sauce. However, the broccolini really was something that stood out to me. It was uniquely flavorful and had me wanting to order more. Would come back to try other things on their menu!

    Happy hour menu
    Candace T.

    Happy hour daily from 5-7? Count me in! When you step inside Lolinda, the space opens up into a large room with dim lighting that transports you out of the Mission into a swanky date spot with just the right level of hubbub. We got the empanadas, burger, and steak sandwich. All were excellent, although I did prefer the steak sandwich over the burger. We didn't have to wait to grab a seat in the bar area and the service was very efficient. If you're looking for a place to impress a first date or a fun happy hour spot, I would check it out. I went in a group of 2, but the space can accommodate larger groups as well.

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    Family Kids friendly or adults night out?

    In my opinion Lolinda is more of an adults night out spot. It has a more elegant vibe than a family place.

    Is there Valet parking available?

    No there is not. There is a garage not far around the corner and street parking.

    Do you have to have a reservation?

    Hi Joey! We happily accept walk-ins, but we strongly encourage making a reservation. This ensures that we can provide you with the best experience, as there might be occasions when immediate seating is not readily available.

    Do they have parking?

    They do not -- it's on a busy street, but there are some parking garages a few blocks away. The 49 bus drops off right in front of the restaurant (I would recommend taking this instead!)

    Is the happy hour available only at the bar?

    Is Lolinda really noisy inside? I want to enjoy a conversation with my friends but I am concerned I won't be able to converse without yelling.

    It's a little noisy but you can carry a conversation without yelling.

    Can I purchase a gift certificate without coming in to the restaurant? I can't get anyone on the phone when I call about how to purchase.

    Yes. On our website.

    Do you offer gift certificates?

    Yes we do

    I know you guys take reservations, but does Lolinda currently take walk-ins as well? Been having difficult getting through to a live person when I call the restaurant.

    We absolutely take walk-ins. If we are unable to find a table for you, our bar area is open seating. We have 4 high top tables, a 12 person communal table and of course our terrific bar. Everything that is offered at our tables is offered in our… 

    If I make a reservation at Lolinda, will I be able to get seated at El Techo after my meal without making a separate reservation?

    I believe you'd need to make a separate reservation as they are two different establishments.

    How viable is it to bring kids to Lolinda? Is it loud enough that two kids wouldn't bother other patrons? Or is it more a fancy, kid-free environment? Thanks!

    As all of the others have answered, it is very loud and dark there, so you really wouldn't notice kids. But, the vibe and atmosphere is definitely grown-up and not a "kid" place. So, the food is also geared toward a more adult palate, and not kiddy… 

    Is there a separate room or space for private dining?

    Hi Holly, thank you for your question. While we do not have a private room/space for dining, we do offer a full buyout option of our Mezzanine area for large groups, or a group of tables for smaller events. If you're interested in more information,… 

    How much is the corkage fee?

    I don't know however their wine list is excellent and totally affordable. Leave your wine at home.

    Is there valet parking?

    Hi Chris, I'm not sure. When I went, I used Uber. Take care.

    Do we need to make reservations? Friday night.

    I DEFINITELY would - but I don't believe I would go anywhere on a Thursday or weekend night without a resv.

    What is your corkage fee or policy?

    Hi Pedram, our corkage is $20 per bottle, maximum of 2 bottles. Thank you for your question, and please let us know if you need anything else!

    Can we share an entrée?

    Yeah, most of the menu items are meant to be shared. I usually order a couple items per person and share them all.

    Do you have gluten free options?

    Hi Jason, thanks for reaching out. Yes we have gluten free options, if you just mention it to your server upon arrival, they will happily help you navigate through your options. Hope to see you soon!

    Is there dining at the bar and how are walk-in's handled on a Friday night?

    Yes there is and walk ins are taken fast from my experience. Group of 5 around 8 taken right away!

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    We came here to celebrate my husband's birthday and overall had a really nice experience! We had…read morereservations and were seated pretty much right on time, which I always appreciate. We tried quite a few things, including the ceviche sampler, empanada sampler, Classico ceviche, octopus, and of course, a Pisco Sour. The ceviches were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I also really enjoyed the chicken and steak empanadas! The mushroom and corn flavors weren't really for my palate, but I liked being able to try a variety with the sampler. The one dish that fell short for me was the octopus. I order octopus pretty often, and when it's prepared well, it can be incredibly tender, almost with the tenderness and texture of meat. Unfortunately, this one was quite chewy and tough, which was disappointing. The Pisco Sour was delicious and a must if you're coming here! At the end of dinner, they surprised my husband with a complimentary tres leches cake for his birthday, which was such a thoughtful touch. He normally isn't a fan of tres leches, but he actually really enjoyed this one because it was super light and not overly heavy or sweet. Overall, we had a great time celebrating his birthday. Between the ceviche, drinks, service, and birthday surprise, there was a lot to enjoy. The octopus was really the main thing keeping it from being a 5 star experience for me. 4/5 and I'd definitely come back!

    Met my friend for dinner here. We ordered a variety of small bites. I tried the ceviche trio and…read moreempanada sampler but canceled the sampler for just chicken empanada because I was full overall, the food was great. I liked the empanadas the best since the crust was crispy and flaky and it was completely filled with chicken. The place is huge so the ambiance is less quaint. Our waitress was good but she didn't have to find the wine we ordered as it never came. When our wine glasses were empty we had to ask for it to be refilled. The place was busy in a Thursday at 6:30 pm. It's on the more expensive side $$$$

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    4.2
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    This restaurant is wonderful!!!…read more It is located in a very trendy and thrift-heavy neighborhood within San Fran. Very walkable and fun to explore. Would recommend walking to the nearby park after your meal. This food was delish, made with love, and reasonably priced. The plantains alone warrant a return visit!

    More like a 3.5-star experience for me…read more Came here for a late lunch today. There were a few tables filled, but it wasn't that busy. With that being said, our server wasn't very attentive. We had to flag her down a few times whenever we needed something instead of her checking in on us. We ordered the bistek sandwich and bistek plate. The sandwich was actually really good, although it was a little hard to eat like an actual sandwich because the meat wasn't sliced up. I basically had to eat the steak separately. The sauce it came with aka crack sauce, was SO good. I ended up grabbing a couple to take home because it went well with pretty much everything. Just beware that they charge an extra $1 per sauce. The plantain fries were good, but I wish they were a little crispier. The bistek plate, however, was probably a 3/5 for me. It lacked flavor and just wasn't anything particularly special. We ended up using the crack sauce to give it more flavor. The chicken empanadas were also pretty bland. Overall, the restaurant has a loud, lively atmosphere and the experience was alright. There were definitely some hits and misses, but that crack sauce was easily the highlight!

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    4.5
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    0.2 mi
    $$

    I came here with a party of 5 on Fourth of July for a late lunch session. It was lively but we…read moreluckily got a seat pretty quickly. I think the food was solid - I shared with someone the shredded jerk chicken chilaquiles and crispy beef vaca frita potato hash & eggs, whereas the entire table shared the guava crème brûlée French toast. The potato hash & eggs was good, no complaints. The chilaquiles were okay, my friend really loved them, but I personally thought they were okay. Seems like they're prepared different (with mole rather than salsa), and I think I prefer with salsa. Not to say they were a bad dish - my friend really loved them. The guava French toast was probably the best, it wasn't overwhelmingly sweet and had great flavor. I'm giving this place a 5 not because the food was exceptional or standout, it was solid overall, but taking into consideration the good experience, service, and ambience too. We also had bottomless mimosas, and staff were very friendly and attentive. My group had a great time overall. I would come back for bottomless mimosas & grub if I came with a group.

    came on a Wed night. Area is a bit sketch but the place is tucked away and has plenty of bar and…read moreindoor seating. Very comfortable and nice! The food was so good holy cowwwweee.... I usually don't like bbq chicken but this one was actually awesome. It's definitely sweet but has a good fruity (?) sweet to it. Chicken was so juicy and I liked the crispy skin. And the potatoes?? Again not usually a mashed potatoes person but this one tasted SO good and I liked how it wasn't 100% mashed lol, and it was seasoned too. Of course the red cabbage went so well with the chicken and was a refreshing bite. The staff and waiter were so friendly and checked up on us every now and then to make sure everything was ok. Awesome find for a place to catch up with friends or starting a night out!

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    4.6
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    1.4 mi

    Items ordered: Tuna…read moreTostada (Ahi tuna, red curry aioli, tamari, avocado, crispy jalapeños from Flor de chile) Hearts of Palm Ceviche (Orange, lemon verbena, red onion, cilantro, sunchoke, leche de tigre, corn) Short Rib (Short rib with Posta Negra sauce, rich, slow-cooked and deeply caramelized, served with sweet plantain puree, grilled asparagus, and a fennel and red cabbage salad) My wife and I were able to sneak in a quick dinner with just the two of us after a music recital we attended in the city. With no planning, we showed up at Pacifico, which was just a couple blocks from our concert. The restaurant was a little weird - it sits within the lobby of the SF Jazz recital hall, and all the signs are for "B-Side". It's a little unclear to me still whether the restaurant is called B-Side or Pacifico, but the waiter told us that Pacifico is new, with a new chef and new menu. The inspirations are Colombia, Peru, and California cooking, which was very appealing to us. We ordered two items off the specials menu (Tuna Tostada and Short Rib) and one from the permanent menu (Hearts of Palm Ceviche). The Tuna Tostada was both of our favorite. It was light, refreshing, and there were these little pops of flavor from burnt, deeply fried jalapeños. The Hearts of Palm ceviche was interesting and unique (a completely vegetarian dish, but made in the style of ceviche and with leche de tigre). Ultimately, it was more interesting than appetizing. Finally, the Short Rib was well cooked, but unfortunately just way too sweet for our palate.

    The staff is literally mom & pop. The mom is the hostess and the dad is the chef. It's legit and…read moreauthentic. They treated us and our child so well. We came in with no reservation and they first asked a table to move for us, but we insisted it was okay and they seated us at the bar area since it was pretty packed. The restaurant is located in the building, might be hard to miss. Food and drinks were good overall. Portions are on the smaller side so we weren't super full by the end of our meal, but the taste was delicious. Not too salty, fresh fish, unique drinks ... a lot of tang in their thang!

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    Inside
    Caldo de Mariscos: basically a seafood bisque. Best dish on the table. The seafood was cooked perfectly.
    Caldo de Mariscos: basically a seafood bisque. Best dish on the table. The seafood was cooked perfectly.
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