Oh boy is this a good place. Our first indoor dining experience since covid too! Ringing in the post covid festivities Austrian style the schnitzel had the freshest lingonberry of compotes to complement the breaded pork. My burger came out beautifully cooked with flavor singed into the char and for a guy that loves extra pickles 3 juicy spears right there on the plate excited to see me. Palmers is wonderful! read more

As my friend and I were searched through Yelp for a spot to grab some post-work snacks and drinks, it wasn't a surprise to see Palmer's sitting atop our search on Yelp. In practically every one of their reviews, the words "happy hour" would come up. Which suited us just fine since a good happy hour on Fillmore was exactly what we were looking for! And apparently, if I was ever going to check them out, it should be for happy hour! Stepping inside of Palmer's, it almost felt like stepping back in time. Harry's down the street has a similar "old San Francisco" vibe, but it's much stronger here. The wood paneling, the light fixtures, the metal studded leather furniture, the mounted animal heads perched above the bar...all of it adds to that retro sort of feel. Fortunately, the menu didn't look have the same dated look, as it offered a solid mix of starters to choose from (much needed, current photos below). Happy Hour: Daily, 4-6pm - Food Menu (as of 10/2016): (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/palmers-san-francisco-2?select=tv6UHw1o3Kbry3XObB698Q) - Drink Menu (as of 10/2016): (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/palmers-san-francisco-2?select=wLL2AX3eJ2LhDp5IIP71VA) -- PIMM'S CUP - Pimm's No. 1, Cucumber, Lime, Mint, Ginger Beer...$8 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/palmers-san-francisco-2?select=wbNh8nKZy-vwBBPRzDNOgQ) If you've never had a Pimm's Cup before, it's like a cross between a Mojito and a Moscow Mule. Sadly though, this wasn't as enjoyable as either one. I don't know if it was the Pimm's, the ginger beer, or the mint, but the drink had a weird tinge to it that took some getting used to, in addition to being a bit sweet. -- DEVILED EGGS...$2.50 (2 Pieces) (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/palmers-san-francisco-2?select=4MqBa2OUADGOWatmWWA0YQ) I love deviled eggs, but ironically, I actually liked the rest of the components better. That's not to say the egg was bad though; it's just that the taste of the yolk portion didn't amaze. However, I liked the bacon and jalapenos, as well as the pickled onions, as they added salty and acidic elements. -- CURRIED FRIES...$4 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/palmers-san-francisco-2?select=TqDh3aQj_BXT3uO4r_IgTA) While it didn't have a strong curry flavor specifically (rather, it just wasn't what I expected), this was great! Not only were the fries cooked to the perfect crispiness, but they were seasoned really well (not heavy handed, but enough to pack a punch). I'd definitely recommend this. Given how little of their food and drinks we tried, I can't say with a ton of confidence how Palmer's ranks overall. However, after skimming through their dinner menu online, I can see why everyone says happy hour is the best time to come here. From what I can tell, a lot of the same starters can be had, but at notably lower prices (though still kind of pricey compared to other HH menus I've seen). In any case, Palmer's may not be a bad bet...for happy hour, at least. read more

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The drink is absolutely beautiful and tasty. Love the presentation of the food. Severs are nice and responsible! read more

Palmer's - Deviled Egg - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We go here often, for the ambiance. Food is ok, cocktails are good. We have ordered the delicious drunken prawns, the very good salmon, a burger, extra crispy curry or truffle fries, pasta. A NY steak was so tough we couldn't chew it, and caesar salad was watery and had the long limp outer leaves instead of the crisp romaine hearts. We like to sit in the back at a favorite table, for a cozy romantic time. Tables are far enough apart that customers actually can talk to each other. I like the Parisian Bouquet, and I have perfected it at home (2 is just right, 3 is one too many). Service is excellent. Attentive, not intrusive. Isabel and Estelle have taken very good care of us. read more

Went to Palmers with my grandfather today for brunch and when I tell you we had the worst meal ever it's an understatement. Got the French toast with a side of bacon. Mind you the menu read French toast. Nothing more nothing less. But what came was this square cake like loaf with what I think was crushed nuts and raisins on top. Couldn't really tell you as it was under a mound of whipped cream and raspberry sauce. And the kicker was the inside was raw. Like I understand and can appreciate a restaurant putting a spin on their French toast but say that on the menu. This was terrible and the bacon was literally paper thin and burnt black. I kinda thought it was all a joke at first but it wasn't. Not to mention two orders of each came out to $70. read more

After coming across some crazy wait times for brunch in the area, we stumbled upon Palmer's. Who knew they served brunch in this tavern? There is a dark wood & creepy taxidermy theme going on. On the plus side, there were a lot of large booths. It was early in the afternoon, so we were one of the only people there, but we were just glad to be seated quickly and get fed. Smoked Salmon Benedict, smoked salmon on hash brown: This wasn't really a smoked salmon Benedict. A couple strips of smoked salmon sat on top of a potato cake wedge, which almost tasted like focaccia. The poached eggs were cooked well with very runny yolk & soft egg whites, and seasoned with some chili powder and chives. They were sitting on top of sauteed spinach and English muffins. It was pretty good! Brioche French Toast w/ strawberry mascarpone, mixed berries & Canadian maple syrup: Four slices of buttery brioche toast were accompanied with berries & powdered sugar. The best part was their housemade strawberry mascarpone. It was plenty sweet, so it didn't need maple syrup, in my opinion. Our friends ordered eggs and toast with a bunch of sides. For a side of bacon, they sure give you a generous amount. It looked like about 10 slices of crispy. A side of sausage includes 2 grilled sausages, which is also quite a decent size for a side. Our unexpected brunch turned out to be pretty satisfying. If I were in the area, I'd try Palmer's again for some appetizers or bar plates & drinks. read more

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I met a friend here for drinks on a Tuesday evening. They were busy and it had a nice buzz. This has a classic feel, I loved the cozy vibe, colors and the oil lamps on the table. Not a big fan of the animal taxidermy displays though. Ended up sitting outside by the heaters so we could have a conversation without yelling. Good drinks and appetizers. read more

Great food and drinks, service is excellent, one of my favorite places to visit while in the city...

Palmer's is my favorite brunch spot in San Francisco! From the food & cocktails, to the service and ambiance--this place is 10/10! Highly recommend this place for brunch and for happy hour! read more

tldr: great happy hour spot! totally would recommend. vibes are good, and food is surprisingly delicious i went here for happy hour which is everyday from 4-6pm. We arrived at 5pm on a Friday and the place was extremely crowded. We were only able to be seated at the bar. Service was surprisingly good for how crowded it was. The bartender was super attentive and our food came out really quickly. We got the Mac and Cheese. the Spicy Meatballs, and the Red Pepper Hummus. All of the dishes were appetizer sized and we comfortably finished the 3 dishes between two people. For drinks, I got a bees knees & palmer punch. I was truly shocked at how good the food was. The Mac and Cheese was delicious, super cheesy but not too heavy or creamy at all. Even more surprising was the Spicy Meatballs w/ Garlic Bread. I don't usually like marinara sauces but I loved this and the bread was so crispy and garlicky as well. Even the hummus was surprisingly flavorful and it had a little kick to it. Drinks were yummy - but nothing too surprising I would say. As far as happy hours go, its not really that much of a deal (Drinks are ~$10, Bar eats are $11-$15) but given how good the food was I definitely think it was worth it. read more

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I was torn on this place. I will start off with the food. The food was delicious. The salmon was perfectly cooked and my fried chicken sandwich was great but they were so cheap on the amount of fries they gave me (they were really good but the portion was so small that other people at the table noticed and said something. Then there was the experience. This place has a really old feel but not necessarily in a good way. The table coverings on the outdoor seating looked like they had been used for over 20 years. I cant believe they would simply replace them because they were this horribly discolored and tarnished checkered vinyl and it just couldn't cost that much to replace them with something newer for 6-8 tables. The bathrooms were disgusting and looked and smelled like a public outdoor restroom. I cant believe such tasty food came out of this place. Lastly there was the service. We had an older gentlemen as our server. He had almost no people skills at all and didn't even introduce himself. He came across as the most unsocial, uncharismatic/uninterested server I have had in a long time. He brought us food and came by when needed but his demeanor was awkward enough for us all to notice. What a strange place. So much that could easily be improved but is clearly being neglected, yet very yummy food to contrast. Giving it 3 stars because flavor is king but if the food wasn't as good on a second visit, this would easily be a 2. read more

A great neighborhood spot, ideally located on a sunny corner. It's a perfect place to grab an outdoor seat on a sunny day, sip rosé, snack on appetizers and people watch. When the fog rolls in, head inside for good vibes, cocktails and a legit fried chicken sandwich or burger. Dig this place! read more

Wonderful restaurant found via other Yelp reviews. Fun exterior and greeted by the hostess who opened the door and greeted us warmly. Water was delivered to table as we sat. Great cozy atmosphere without being on top of eachother. Food came quickly and as described. Nice experience and would return. read more

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I love this place!! It's one of my favorite classic spots to go for happy hour and to hang out with friends and get some food and drinks. It has such a nice classic feel, and they make AMAZING cocktails. The employees are also very friendly and make you feel welcome. I'll never stop coming back! read more

The service and drinks are great. Definitely a place to stop by when you want a decent cocktail but wow is the food terrible. Astonishing how below average the food is and considering what they're charging for it. Avoid the food. Get the drinks. read more

Great food, fantastic drinks! Service is amazing, everyone here is so nice! We went there for just martinis and we were really surprised of the amazing food they served. read more

My go to favorite spot on Fillmore! Best burger in the city and always a great time and environment!

Great joint for diner, brunch, and drinks. Food is always great- I love the red arancini. Bartenders fun and staff great.

I was pleasantly surprised by this place. It's has old vibe feels, great food, great service and a full bar. I had the burger which was great. Fries were top notch. The mussels were great as well. read more

This place is so gorgeous inside... like a ski lodge/Viennese tavern. Yes, it is in Specific Whites (Pac Heights), but it fits the vibe. The clientele was surprisingly young and diverse- I guess they're neighborhood professionals wanting to grab a drink and bite outside of a dive bar or fast casual environment. The bartenders were super friendly and our drinks were great! Our sliders weren't remarkable, but were still good. I'd definitely come here again for a snack and a martini or three if I were closeby or in a neighboring hood. read more

Palmer's - Pull Pork Sliders - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had prosecco and marinated olives which tasted wonderful. Sat outside , it was a nice vibe and afternoon

Popped into this gem while bumming around Fillmore St and I'm glad we did. What an awesome place this is. It's got his old school vintage decor and interior. Sweet bar set. I was thinking about what cocktail to drink and the bartender ending up recommending me a drink. I can't remember the name but I remember the description. It was an old fashioned and a Manhattan getting drink and having a baby. Haha. This was one great cocktail. Food was outstanding. We had deviled eggs, bacon wrapped prawns, and one of the best burgers in the city. All the staff we interacted with was super cool especially the bartenders. Great spot! Can't believe I haven't been in before but it won't be long before I'm back. read more

Service at bar was cusping. But food was good. Great music pipes in. Nice vibe. Fun for brunch.

I love this place for a good happy hour or weekend brunch. The staff is always friendly, and I love that the restaurant is on the sunny side of the street so it's comfortable sitting outside. It's also not fussy or pretentious - just laid back with good service. They're always coming up with specials but I highly recommend the beet salad or the burger. Looking forward to coming here for football season! read more

This is a great great neighborhood tavern with high quality excellent food. Check out the burger, the Cesar Salad and fried chicken sandwich. You will be extremely happy!! read more

Horrible service and below average food. Almost an hour wait for one burger. Would not recommend under any circumstance. Service not friendly or apologetic at all and messed up the orders at the tables around us. Just terrible read more

We couldn't recommend this place more. The food was great but what took our experience over the top was the service we got for our waiter, Ray. We stopped in right before closing hoping to get a bite before heading back to the hospital where my family member was having emergency open heart surgery. As you could imagine we were tired, frustrated, and most of all hungry as we'd been in the ER all day. This is where we met Ray. He greeted us warmly and made us feel so welcomed. Asked about our day and was genuinely sympathetic when we told him about what brought us in. From there he made a point to ensure everything we needed was taken care of. He ensured for a brief moment, we could take our mind off what brought us to the city. We didn't order a lot, a burger split between 3 people, but he treated us like we were ordering the whole menu. It's not often you meet someone who makes such a big impact in such a short moment but that's what Ray did. He was absolutey the highlight of our day and are so thankful to have had such an amazing experience here! read more

Palmer's - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Excellent, from the customer service to the food! I love having my friends day out we love picking new places to try and Harry's was busy! But this was a excellent choice! We loved the drinks and my chicken sandwich was impeccable! We will be back ! read more

Lively atmosphere, cool space, and nice folks who work here. I've been to Palmer's over the years and the food has been elevated in the last few months. The fries are better and the new appetizers, especially the meatballs and prawns, are quite good. My go-to is the burger paired with a martini. I have high standards both and I've never been disappointed. The restaurant is also located on Fillmore's best corner for outdoor dining, drinking and sun intake. read more

I liked Palmer's alot. A friend and I met there to catch-up and shared the heavenly truffle fries, flatbread and ribs. It was more than enough for both of us and she was able to take some home. The fries are wonderful! I like the ribs, Oh the flatbread - umm--yes! This is not a cheap place - the meal was about $50 without drinks! However, the server was top notch and the place was great to chat and enjoy the company of friends. I recommend this place as a go to spot. If you are looking for a cheap thrill then pass it by - well maybe check out the happy hour. This is great for get togethers, friends cocktails or dates. read more

They specialize in killing your vibe. TAKE FOREVER to get your drink/order. The place has a certain charm that you almost can't help loving and has so much potential. A deep, old school city sense. But service is just bad. The wait times for anything are the longest I've experienced in the city. I've been here a dozen times in various states of busy and things *always* take 4 times longer than anywhere else. I've been here several times when it's COMPLETELY empty and drinks take 15-20 minutes, even when you order at the bar. We have to chase down servers for anything. They don't rarely get our check right. Last week, it took an hour to get two rounds of drinks. We had to go the bar from our table to ask in the "progress" of our wine. Yes, WINE. The wait and hassle is so bad that it KILLS your vibe. You leave feeling annoyed and sometimes upset. Save yourself the headache. It's a shame because there is no observable reason this should be happening here. read more

Straight to the point kind of place! Great ambience (classic bar look, plush red comfy furniture, a lot of cool animal mountings on the wall), cocktails, and bites (heard from a friend that the fries were amazing and we had the fried risotto which was great). Definitely recommend for pre or post dinner drinks read more

Palmer's - Pimms cup - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Have you ever been stood up by a date after taking an hour to get ready and after a 60 day work week? Well if you haven't, I'm happy for you. But I have. And what did the bartender Janelle do for me? She not only made delicious drinks and tended to me, but she saved my evening from being pitiful to being enjoyable. Thank you Janelle for making a tragic evening into a nice one. Your kindness truly meant the world during that time. And thank you to Doug for also stopping by and sharing kind sentiments. Even though we were just strangers, the empathy they both shared was remarkable. Well done, Palmer's team. I will be recommending my friends to this restaurant. read more

My mom ordered a sparkling rose and when it came to the table it was flat. We did get a new glass. We ordered the steak and sole. When the sole came it was breaded but it did not say this. I am gluten free so I had to eat the steak instead of sharing with my mom. But it was difficult to cut because I didn't get a steak knife. Our waitress did not once check on us after we asked for a new glass of rose. No offer of another drink or to ask if our food was ok. It was ok, but I think that the menu needs to updated so that people who are avoiding gluten can make better decisions. I don't believe I will return to this restaurant. read more

This is a great, vibrant bar. We made reservations so we didn't have to wait very long at the bar for our table. We had a booth- classic red, overstuffed pleather that was super cool. Great cocktails, awesome bartenders, sassy but fun waitstaff and good, hot food. We had a great time and will return on our next visit to SF! read more

First glance, not THAT much different looking from long bar. Unclear why it took something like 2 years to open something here. Warning: the heirloom tomato salad is quite frankly a scam. When I have had a dish named like this elsewhere it is a salad almost totally made of chopped tomatos, think Italian or middle eastern style. This dish was $11.50 for butter lettuce with 5-6 approx 0.75" cube tomato chunks on top -- almost a joke. Cocktail was fine. Scene was nice. But overall this place is a disappointment, though I am sure I will give it another chance. Food was real amateur hour and they set expectations way too high for a long bar lookalike. read more

Palmer's - Fair warning: this is what the $11.50 "heirloom tomato" salad looked like when it came out to me. - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Apparently I did this wrong. You're only supposed to drink here, and only during happy hour when you can get great deals on food. Mea culpa. I brunched here, late on a Saturday afternoon, without first reading the yelp instructions: happy hour happy hour happy hour. But let me tell you about brunch. The inside was dead as can be and, as a result, looked like a completely inhospitable place to brunch unless one sought alone time with one's newspaper, a bloody mary, a stiff cuppa joe, and food. There's a market for that and if you're that market, welcome to Palmer's. There's several sidewalk tables which bring you a little more up-front and center with humanity and signal the onset of a good time. Of course I brunched there and since I'd done no reconnaissance my expectations were low. The result? A tasty fennel sausage omelet, good home-fried potatoes, oft-refilled coffee, and a perfectly chilled bottle of Rosé. Another dish, an exuberant breakfast flatbread, received a similar stamp of approval from my tablemates. Palmer's isn't trying to be the latest thing which probably accounts for the reason it'd never before wound up on my radar. But often, one just wants brunch, and not from the trendiest spot in town. Palmer's is nice looking inside and serves up a good brunch and, apparently, a great happy hour. Tuck that fact away for the next time you just want a solid meal and drinks without needing to book a reservation months in advance. read more

Love the ambience and drinks, 10/10 a favorite go-to spot to end the evening. 4* only because the food is a step below par compared to Palmer's other offerings. Would recommend grabbing dinner beforehand and ending the night with some great drinks here read more

Agreed. Eric was a bit obnoxious. I don't post much but what he did was uncalled for. The bartendress was great but I'm not happy about Eric. read more

Palmer's - Try the Bohemian. - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Local neighborhood bar; while not a dive, it's still laid-back and has amazing warm local atmosphere. I always go there for cocktails on a weekday date night. Palmer's has specialty cocktails that go beyond the usual fare, and they don't skimp on the alcohol. The food is okay, but if you need a bite, the comfort food they serve hits the spot. read more