This place was good...not great. Hubby ordered the blue cheese burger, pretty average burger but not worth the price. Better burgers at Carls jr. My philly cheesesteak was ok. Had better other places for the same price. But the one thing that stands out is their chili cheese tater tots. Its was crunchy when it came out. It was their best on the menu. If you find any specials in their website make sure you tell them otherwise they wont give it to you. Month of September you get free fries with your burger or cheesesteak. Remind them otherwise you wont get them. read more

Metro Caffe - Chili cheese tater tots with blue cheese burger and philly cheesesteak - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friend and I took a leisurely walk and ended up here. I got the Metro Cheesesteak ($7.88). It was really good. The bread was fresh and delicious. The meat was perfect with great gooey cheese. The peppers were really spicy, but the onions and peppers were great. The only odd thing was that they were letting people behind the counter in the kitchen. They let one guy go back to wash his hands and another went back to talk. It was a little odd but who knows. If you're in the area, this is a great place to stop for a quick and filling lunch. read more

Metro Caffe - Metro Cheesesteak (onions and sweet and spicy peppers)... $7.88 - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

Always so good!!! My go to is the bacon cheese steak with some fries. Super quick bite if you're in a rush or anything. I don't have a picture to add but I'll update when I go next time! The guys working are friendly as well. Support Lower Haight read more

Not the most elegant place, nor the healthiest. But who cares! It's just good, tasty food. Especially the cheese in the sandwich...something about it is just sinfully right. And the fries were hot and crisp. Not 5 stars because it was a bit pricey; $9 for a cheese steak, fries, and a Pepsi seems too high. read more

Metro Caffe - Storefront - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

I can't stop getting a burger from here. It's exactly what a burger should be. On top of that their delivery is timely, and the people that work here are kind. read more

I know it's been said but TATER TOTS. Not just any tater tots either. We're talking deep fried tater tots and when I softly whispered my request for cheese to be added on top, the guy at the register shot me a knowing smile. I'm sure I couldn't have been the first to make such a request but after living in this city of organic goodness, I felt like I was entering into a processed cheese speakeasy. The burger was also tasty. I've walked down Church and eaten at Burgermeister and Metro Caffe is so much better. They asked me how I wanted my burger cooked and then they actually did it. The condiments were fresh, the bun substantial and the Niman Ranch patty was appropriately squashed down to allow the ginormous thing to fit in my mouth. Hey, the burger meat is organic, right? I spent the last nine years of my life in Utah and the epic beauty of cheesy tots is something I can appreciate. Check out Metro Caffe and enjoy but don't come crying to me after your next cholesterol check. read more

Metro Caffe - there is a god and she created cheesy tots. - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

I have been here multiple times because it is close by where I live and they have never disappointed. I have had the cheesesteaks more than once and they are delicious. Many options to choose from too. I had a burger here once and it was good too, but not the best. The quality of the meat and ingredients seem to be top notch. Tater tots, fries and breaded zucchini are all very good as well. Great place to stop by for a quick (unhealthy) meal if you are in the neighborhood. They are very good with phone orders for pick-up also. read more

Pretty solid burger joint, but not the cheapest. Got the jalapeño burger per my buddies recommendation. Get light jalapeños unless you really like spicy. It was $12 without fries or anything. Not bad but I've had better burgers for cheaper. Have also heard the cheesesteaks are legit. Worth a try for sure. read more

Metro Caffe - Burgers Near Me - San Francisco, California

Metro Cafe is an unassuming neighborhood spot. You should come here if you are looking for a straight forward and perfectly greasy burger. I got the bacon jalapeno cheeseburger and onion rings. They were able to cook my patty to a spot on medium-rare. The batter on onion rings was fried crisp all the way through. It's a lot of food for $15 or less. read more

Best cheesesteaks in town, and it isn't even close. This is coming from a long-time Buster's fan as well. My only gripe (and it isn't trivial) is that one thing is ALWAYS overlooked from my order, whether it be the type of cheesesteak I requested or the side dressing I asked for. Inevitably there's that one crooked tooth in the smile, so to speak. Regardless, every cheesesteak variety is better than anything else you can get in the city, so you might just be blessed with a new favorite flavor by accident. read more

I got the Fillmore Philly, which was phenomenal! Best Cheesesteak in SF hands down. Def Try these guys out!

This is a good place for a solid burger and fries. I liked the jalapeño burger. Had a nice kick to it and a goo crunch with the pickles. It's a pretty large size, about 5inches in diameter and 2 inches thick. The cheesesteak was good flavor. Wish the buns were a little more crunchy. Fries were lackluster but all around a good combo with any burger or cheesesteak. Their covid setup is really smart. They put the reader right next to the door and stand in the kitchen. One of the only places that actually keeps a distance. Forgot to take a photo as I scarfed it right up. Took less than 10 mins between ordering and getting food read more

Good place to get a philly steak sandwich very fresh and good I have been a customer for years never was I disappointed

Heard great things about the cheesesteaks here. So I ordered a large cheesesteak. Decent cheesesteak but the amount of steak and cheese in it was underwhelming. Especially when paying $18 for it. Definitely way better cheesesteaks in the city. read more

They wont let paying customers use the bathroom! !!!! Wtf?? Won't be back I even begged and he said "we don't have bathrooms for paying customers" Is that even legal? read more

Walked in here for the first time looking for a quick bite in a rush, and found myself sitting back and really enjoying a fantastic sandwich. I got a garden cheese steak (vegetarian), and it's easily one the best vegetarian sandwiches I've had in years - super cheesy and fresh veggie mix. Fries were crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside just how I like. Really recommend this place, will definitely be back soon. read more

This is actually the first place I ever had a Philly cheesesteak When it first opened years ago. While I've never been to Philadelphia and therefore don't know if a cheesesteak is authentic or not I know what tastes good, I know what I like. Simply put these guys make a decent sandwich, much better than Phat Philly. http://www.yelp.com/biz/phat-philly-san-francisco#hrid:M_dbcTyC6ar2t2b7bADGZQ/src:self read more

DISCLAIMER: THE FOLLOWING REVIEW CONTAINS SCENES OF CENSORSHIP WHICH MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, OR REASONABLE ADULTS FOR THAT MATTER. I had been biking around the city all day and was looking forward to ending my ride at Big Mouth Burgers when I rode by this inconspicuous little place. Something on the window caught my eye, and I skidded my bike to a stop. "They Love Us On Yelp" the sticker proclaimed. "Oh shit" I thought. "Burgers, cheese steaks, and Yelp love, what more do I need!" I ordered the Philly cheese steak and chili cheese fries and asked to use the bathroom. I walked past the kitchen and entered the smallest room I have ever been in. You have to squeeze past the toilet and there is barely standing room for a normal sized human. The bathroom has all kinds of Anti-Bush posters and painted, on the toilet bowl, is a picture of Bush's face. That's right, you get to piss on Bush's face. "How fucking cool is this!" I muttered. *CENSORED* but I figured I would just wait until I got home. *CENSORED* when I felt something go terribly wrong. Oh. My. God. *CENSORED* and lo and behold, there was TWO FUCKING SHEETS LEFT. Oh Motherfucker. Do I use these TWO FUCKING SHEETS to *CENSORED*!?!? WHAT THE FUCK DO I DO!!?? *CENSORED*?? *CENSORED*, contemplating my next move. I notice that the water is rising instead of flushing. Rising and rising. *CENSORED* IS STARTING TO OVERFLOW AND THIS BATHROOM IS THE SIZE OF MY CLOSET AND I *CENSORED* AND I'M SO FUCKING PISSED OFF. These motherfuckers better REALLY love you on Yelp I was saying to myself, as I was plunging the toilet. This better be the best fucking cheese steak I've ever had in my fucking life, I go on, still plunging. So twenty fucking minutes later I come out of the bathroom, sweating, so fucking pissed off and traumatized that I can't look anyone else in the face. I take my food and ride home *CENSORED*. Was the food worth it?? Nope. The fries tasted like they had been continuously recycled from May, having been fried at least 37 times, and the cheese steak was meh. Meh, I say! Will I go back? Probably, at least to try out the burgers, and hopefully *CENSORED*. *CENSORED* hopefully they have TOILET PAPER AND A TOILET THAT FUCKING WORKS!! read more

Our noses told us there was something good in this neighborhood. Saturday, we were catching the scent while we waited for the 22. Looking around, we noticed that this neighborhood had a dozen restaurants. We couldn't figure out where that delicious smell was coming from. Sunday we returned to the corner, and started a door-to-door search. Metro Caffe came out the winner, and we took a seat at an outside table. I went up to the register and ordered a burger, medium rare, a cheeseburger, medium, two orders of fries and two fountain Cokes for $17.52. The cook/cashier/waiter brought a bottle of ketchup, and I went inside and fetched a bottle of mustard. It turned out the Niman ranch burgers were heavier than we thought -- they took the whole day to digest. It looked like there was a brisk business in take-out here, and the dining area inside looked limited. I think there were about 5 tables in all, counting the 2 on the sidewalk. So, the menu had tater tots on it, and My Lady was disappointed that I did not mention them. Their cheesesteak sandwiches seem to be as popular as the burgers. They have something called a boca burger, which is vegetarian if you don't count the fact that the grill is completely saturated with Mr. Beef. That's where the yummy smell comes from! read more

Metro is tiny. You can squeeze maybe 7-8 bodies inside before it starts getting.. weird? fun? It's in the lower haight after all. It's also kind of like a clown car now that I think about it.. nah. Metro is tasty. If you get a cheesesteak, to go, it's wrapped like a burrito. Some tin foil, a little paper wrapped around it with twirled ends and such. So, you're thinking, what the hell does this have to do with it being tasty? What, you don't like foil? Ok ok fine. There's plenty of melty cheese, yummy bread, good steak and veggies too. Watch out for the "hot" peppers in a few of them. This just means they load it with jalapenos. So what about the burgers? How should I know? A lot of other reviewers have vetoed them and I know plenty of other great burger places. So why blow off a great cheesesteak for a possibly not-so-great burger? I was going to say something about the service, but this place is really just a food window. So with that in mind, the service is fantastic. read more

Tater Tots. Potato parts mixed in with God knows what to create something magical. Even when they are baked in the oven, they are greased up and delicious. One time, in Humboldt, CA, for some reason I ate a whole bag at 4 in the morning. I guess people just get hungry there for some reason. There used to be a steak burrito at Taco Bell that had mini tater tots in them. I used to double fist two of those bastards just because they had mini tater tots in them. Anyways, the mere fact that Metro Caffe serves tater tots would get them 5 stars. Add to that the fact that they make some delicious burgers and cheese steaks. Add to THAT the fact that I can walk there in less than 2 minutes and sweet baby Jebus we have liftoff. I am making my way down the menu and up the scale. I am on 7 of 28 right now. See you tomorrow night. Ore-Ida. read more

Metro Caffe is a pretty teeny spot, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in flavor, specifically in the sandwich department. I personally love getting the mushroom variety of the cheesesteak. It's packed full of meat, melt-y cheese, and mushrooms. Normally it also comes with onions, but I'm not a fan so they leave them off for me. You can also get cheeseburgers and chicken sandwiches. Plus they have tater tots on the side. And Welch's grape soda in the glass bottles! Since it is so small (I believe there are 3 or 4 tables that each hold 2 - 3 people) you are much better off ordering your food to go and eating elsewhere. Cash only so bring your dollars now, ya hear? read more

Oh.My.Gawwwwd. Thank goodness this place is not closer to my apartment, because I would seriously drown in its heart-attack-on-a-plate goodness daily. DAILY. I ordered the deluxe garden burger with jack cheese, and a side o' fries. It was delicious, better than Burgermeister and practically half the price. A very satisfying lunch on this rainy San Francisco day. read more

After a hard workout of spin that resulted in raging hunger pangs, a couple of us wandered in to Metro Caffe for a big burger and fries. I was told to order the tater tots as a side but instead ordered the french fries which was a huge mistake. Don't get me wrong, the fries were great but the tots blew them out of their deep fryer oil! My friend ordered them and I couldn't help but snatching a few (or 10) off her plate; they were golden brown and crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. The turkey burger didn't disappoint either. It was the perfect size for my normally small appetite. Normally when I order a burger it's a battle of epic proportions to keep it all together; ketchup is dripping on to my fingers and arms, the burger is flailing about in the bun, and/or all the accouterments work there way out on to the table. Not last night. Last night my burger stayed neatly where it should be, only having to use my napkin for the corners of my mouth. The customer service definitely lacked something to be desired, though. When the cashier asked me if I wanted everything on it, I naturally asked what that entailed. He gave me an annoyed look and pointed to a sign on the register listing it out. Okay, I get that it was right there but I missed it, so what? No need for the 'tude, Dude. read more

One of the most entertaining parts about moving to a city like San Francisco is realizing how close things actually are to me. Before I moved here, I used to come up for a week of work and then stay the extended weekends to hang with friends and we'd pop all over town and honestly, I never really caught which way was up or down. As a result, when my friend and I both were hit with insane cravings for a Philly Cheesesteak, we walked up Fillmore and I suddenly realized that I'd had some super fun nights right along Haight and Fillmore and had no idea how close they all were to where I am living now! Sweet! Which brings me to Metro. Until yesterday, I'd never been there, but now knowing how close it is to some other favorites and my house for that matter, oh I will be back. We ordered the mushroom and cheesesteak and it is super tasty and definitely one of the better cheesesteaks I've had in SF. Trust me, there are some terrible knock offs out there in this city that aren't even digestible (*cough, Orphan Andy's*). Of course, it's not nearly as tasty as an authentic Philly Cheesesteak with the Cheese Whiz that I am still day dreaming about after eating several months ago, but for a within 4 block dining experience, it's some good grub. They also have other stuff here like burgers and fish n chips types of dealios, which might be good, but for me, I'm stickin with the meat n cheese on the yummy bun. read more

Not to be confused with the Metro Cafe on Divis (a nice French place), this is a straight-up solid grill joint. I personally am a huge fan of the turkey burger here -- it's healthy and delicious. Also, they do tater tots, which were not exactly my idea of a delicacy growing up, but absence maketh the heart grow fonder. Good, fresh ingredients grilled up nice. Just recently changed owners. The new guy Omar is focused, nice (but not gushingly so), and always asks how your meal was. Also: Great people watching from the sidewalk tables! I love this neighborhood. read more

I live right around the corner from here, and I am in here probably more than I should be. I am not a big fan of their burgers, to be honest-- the meat is just ok. However, I do enjoy their chicken club, with bacon and cheddar. They aren't stingy with the chicken. It's YUMMY. They also have tater tots, which sets them apart from other burger joints. How often do places serve tater tots anymore? MMMMM tater tots!! I also like their chicken tenders. Mmmm deep-fried foods. hahaha. Beyond that, I haven't tried their other things... I'll just stick with what I know is good! Little bonus: the guys who work here are nice and always have a smile. :) read more

Praise the Yelp gods! My multi-year quest is at an end. I've finally found a decent cheesesteak. After becoming accustomed to the awesomeness that is Amato's in San Jose, the biggest downside to living in SF was the hour drive to eat cheesesteak. I'm finally home. read more

Fantastic cheeseburgers. Perfectly crafted so I can actually eat them with my hands instead of having to go all Atkins & eat it with a knife and fork. Worlds away from the overrated Burgermeister & cheaper, too. They also use Niman Ranch beef but never get any attention for it. Oh, and also, their veggie burgers are also excellently prepared. Those of us who have eaten one too many poorly cooked gardenburgers will appreciate this. It's served on a heartier bun than the meat and if you add avocado, you have yourself a yummy corpse-free meal. The space is tiny but they pack the to-go food really well so the bag is actually not dripping with grease by the time you get to your destination. The best part? Crinkly fries. You heard me. I love the fresh cut & the belgian kind w/ mayo but sometimes... You gotta go back to your school lunch roots & eat the crinkly fries. One of my favorite Lower Haight lunch spots. read more

Employee Tip of the Day: If you would like to take some time off in the middle of the day and wish to request my absolute blessing in your extended departure, just tag on to the end of your plea that you'll stop at Metro and ask how many steaks will that be? Thank You Metro for puttin Bacon in my Cheesesteak. The pepper blend was a wonderful spicy over sweet. The onions were vacant ghosts. Their texture had nearly disintergrated, yielding in soft pops. There were some mushrooms in there too. Go Tater Tots! read more

This place is so basic. Talking the type of burger your drunk uncle makes in 12 seconds at a family bbq, so he can get back to the pool to push his nephew in, even though the nephew can't swim good, and the uncle thinks he's gonna show his nephew how to be a real man, and it's like uncle jerry literally nobody likes you here, you're old and creepy and your burgers suck. read more

Diet coke has been a serious love in my life for as long as I can recall. I HATE regular coke- get that crap away from me. I can't remember a time in my life before the good ol DC was king. True, it's not eeexactly the healthiest, most natural beverage one could choose. But JESUS CHRIST. IT IS THE ONE EDIBLE THING IN MY LIFE THAT I TRULY LOVE THAT ISN'T FATTENING SO LAY OFF. I blame my mother. As I've consumed a ridiculous amount of Diet Coke in my life and as result (besides probable future brain tumor) I've become a bit of a connoisseur of the beverage. Similar to wine fiends, I have a heightened perception of the varieties of flavor that can be found in my beloved artificially sweetened beverage. I say this as an expert- the best diet coke comes from a fountain. Yes, the FOUNTAIN Diet Coke is Lord over the can and (blech) the bottle. So, while I love San Francisco, its crippling flaw is that most of the restaurants here do not have soda fountains. I've grown accustomed to the can and cup of ice, but not fond. Metro Caffe gets an automatic 5 stars from me because they have a soda fountain dispensing the most delicious Diet Coke blend I've tasted on this coast, just down the street from me. In big cups and free refills. All the better for washing down a seriously yum chicken cheesesteak. Or should it be cheesechicken? Whatever. This place is good. Oh, and word to the wise: the cheesesteaks come in small or large. The large is not a larger version of the small, but TWO smalls- which are actually not small at all. read more

Metro cheesesteaks are my anti-drug. My only negative comment about Metro is they don't recognize me. Much like Leonard in Memento, I look for a glimmer of recognition in the friendly Metro Man's eyes, but see none. I'm here every other day, dude. I love you, Metro. I always have. read more

I will say I was a little hesitant when we first walked up but the food was amazing. I had the cheesesteak and it was spicy and delicious. My companions both had burgers and they were wonderful as well. I wasn't even that hungry so the food really surprised me. Excellent service too! read more

Another update... the guy running the counter was not the same sorta Jersey lookin' dude that normally runs the register. Nope, the new guy ignored me for a few minutes after I walked in and then gave me a bit of the stink eye while I paid. Food is still orgasm-a-rific. read more

This is the most expensive snack bar I've ever been to. Just spent $16 on garbage. Shitty white bread buns that don't hold up to the sandwiches they are served on. decent fries, but nothing to write home about. I used to get this exact meal in middle school served by the County. I think it might've been a little better in middle school... Says they've been open since 1989, and it feels like that's when this menu is from. read more

Holy yum. Vegetarian Philly "cheesesteak" made with Boca burgers, sauteed onions and peppers, and tons of melty, drippy cheese? I'm starting to tear up a little. This is the perfect hangover food for vegetarians. Or the perfect anytime foodfor vegetarians. I rarely eat meat substitutes without longing for ACTUAL meat. This is a rare exception. My mouth is watering right now. read more

So most people go here for the burgers or cheese steaks (they have a good veggie options for both) but I have to say they have HANDS DOWN the BEST HOT DOG in town. I know I couldn't believe it either. I've been coming here for great Sunday afternoon hangover food for ages but this new addition will be sure to keep me on the treadmill for a long time. Enjoy. read more

I'm gonna come out and give these guys credit for the best burger deal in the hood. You can get a burger (niman ranch!) and fries here for ~$6.50, which is pretty good considering that Burger Joint two blocks down the street won't let you get away with that for anything less than $8. And I like Metro's fries better. They also have turkey burgers that are ok and cheesesteaks that are totally mediocre in my opinion. I'd say stick to the burgers and you'll be happy. read more

I've eaten here twice now. Once, on my own, on my way to class, I deviated from the norm, took the 71L and risked life and limb on the bus among a bunch of punks just to get at the sandwich. Oh wait, no I lied. I actually took the 21, got off at Filmore, ran down here, ordered and then ran back to the 21. because if I'm going to be eating a whole chunk of tube steak, I better get some ex-er-cize in my legs. Feel the burn? And I don't mean when you pee. The guy here was very nice and I asked him to sautee some Crystal Hot Sauce into the meat with my mushroom cheesesteak. Do you see some trend? Hot sauce + mushroom Cheesesteak = reason to live. For now. I have learned, through the years, and after many feeling sick afternoons, that I cannot eat a whole order of fries by myself. So I didn't have that until I tricked the BF to agreeing to cheesesteak for dinner. It was actually a trick so I could order some mozzarella sticks and eat them all before the bus arrive. I nearly succeeded but it was not the same as THE fried cheese. The one that makes my heart beat. The orders of cheesesteak are huge. brimming. Terrific. It's hot and gooey and it tastes just as good the next day. The fries were pretty decent, industrial fries. No character but not easily dismissed. I have not had their tater tots which is what I am saving for another trip. read more