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    4.2 (2.6k reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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    Bianca Marie A.

    Came on a Sunday at 5pm and sat at the bar. Our bartender was super nice and friendly! The inside is dark with a lot of seating. The dim lights make it such a vibe. I had an espresso martini and it is by far the best I've had in the city! Nothing can compare to it. As far as the food, everything was phenomenal. The pricing was reasonable for what you get. The flavors paired perfectly well and were seasoned just right. Would love to come back here and try the rest of their menu!

    Erika S.

    Wow--the ambiance, food, and service were incredible. I brought my friend here to celebrate her birthday, and the entire experience made her feel so special. Our server surprised her with a mini birthday cake and candle, which was such a thoughtful touch. Everything we ordered was cooked perfectly, and the service was attentive without being intrusive. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend it for special occasions, date nights, or simply when you want a delicious meal. A truly memorable experience.

    GAUCHO DINNER FOR 2 (not cut)
    Stephanie M.

    Came here for a birthday dinner! We tried a few tapas but none of them really stood out to me. We also shared the gaucho for 2 which really made this entire experience for us. The steak was absolutely amazing. I think the best ribeye I've ever had, such a unique flavor. If it wasn't for the steak I probably would give the restaurant 3.5 stars. A tip for the steak - our waiter shared that if you prefer it juicy etc to cut it yourself so that it doesn't lose all its juiced when they cut it and as you eat it! Service was good! Pretty average for a place like this! However, I put on my reservation that it was a "birthday for Diego" and when they brought out the birthday dessert they put it in front of me... and when the check came out they put it in front of him... just not great attention to detail and awkward!! Obviously the birthday guest would not be paying for their dinner! Ambiance was nice, I liked the low lighting, however the tables were just too close to each other, this place is huge and I was surprised that they had us all squashed together downstairs when they have an upstairs area as well.

    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.

    Sandy W.

    One of my favorite steak places in San Francisco. Haven't been back since Covid! Steak is still so yummy! I always love to bring out of town guests to Lolinda! Very unique place in San Francisco for people never been to mission. Love the yuca fries!

    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!

    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.

    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 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.

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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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    Pacifico

    4.6(26 reviews)
    1.4 mi•Hayes Valley

    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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    Pacifico - Inside

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    Pacifico - 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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    Poc-Chuc - Pollo en Mole

    Poc-Chuc

    4.3(641 reviews)
    0.6 mi•Mission
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    I passed this place on the way to another restaurant that turned out to be closed, so I'm glad I…read morehad noted the menu was interesting and came back because damn this was good! I had to order the signature poc-chuc but I wasn't hungry enough for a full entry so I got a poc-chuc taco and also a chicken thigh taco. Each taco was LOADED so this was more than enough of a meal for me at such a cheap price. The poc-chuc pork meat was an insane flavor - while the citrus marinade wasn't super obvious like it didn't taste citrus-y, it tasted like no other pork I've had before and so flavorful and moist. The meat came on a freshly made tortilla as well - it was piping hot! And the tortilla was like no other corn or flour tortilla Ive had before. It was obviously very fresh and a little fluffy, though not to the level of naan or arepas. It just really complimented the meat. The chicken was fine but paled in comparison to the pork, so I shoulda got two of the signature. There was also free chips and salsa at the table. The salsa was also freshly made, but watch out the yellow/orange one has a strong kick to it! Logistics: - Indoor and outdoor seating - Limited street parking nearby but along the 22 and 55 bus lines

    Small hole in the wall serving up stellar Yucatecan cuisine at a reasonable price!…read more We ordered the namesake poc chuc plate and three panuchos to share, trying salpicon (my favorite), poc-chuc (my bfs favorite), and asada (our least favorite, but not bad). Portions of all were pretty large, we left super full and struggled to finish everything. The food was so damn good, writing this review is making me want to go back already! Chips were thick and crispy, they came with two salsas, one of which was way too spicy for me, but loved the other. The ambiance and service are what you'd expect from an older more traditional spot in The Mission. Would absolutely come back here and recommend it to anyone that truly loves food and experiencing other cultures and cuisines.

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    Wall decor

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    Poc Chuc

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