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4.3 (467 reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
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Lavender London Fog
Melissa L.

We came here just for the lavender London fog and it was amazing! I do feel the cups were tiny though. You'd need to order three to feel like it was a solid 8 oz. The place is decorated very beautifully and the service is quick. There's only one bathroom which is a downer since I had to wait in line a long time and the person after me in line was super impatient too.

Moo Sawan Benedict
Ashley R.

Lovely Thai brunch spot in Hayes Valley. Went on a Saturday morning with a friend - made reservations about a week in advance but it wasn't terribly busy when getting there. The vibes are very cute and give off that instagram feel. If it's a nice day out, it would be fun to get dolled up and take pictures in the interior. The menu is extensive, but I always gravitate towards eggs benedict for brunch. I got the moo sawan eggs benedict and it was great! The brussels sprouts are a fun addition to the meal. Very flavorful and the portion is pretty big. I actually had leftovers! Definitely worth the price. Overall, I would recommend this place for both good food and good vibes.

"Chef's Fav" Moo Sawan Benedict: House bacon, brussels sprouts, pickled red onions, spicy cilantro lime hollandaise, crispy potatoes ($25)
Cherylynn N.

3.5 STARS Bottomless mimosas and vibes. For someone that can't day drink anymore, it sounds like a recipe for disaster. BUT, at least no one will bat an eye when you're stumbling outside, fall into a bush, or bent over. Cuz, it's the city! Can't do that in the burbs without the popos rolling up. Peacock Pansy is one of the few places in the city that offers rezzies for weekend brunch (didn't seem like we needed one tho). They're also dog-friendly (inside and out) which made it an easy choice. Also, street parking was easy on Saturday morning. The menu has something for everyone - American brunch classics with a SE AZN twist, salads, wraps, sandwiches, and more. And, bottomless mimosas for the lushes. F O O D * Chef's Favorite - Moo Sawan Benedict: Housemade Bacon w/ brussels sprouts, pickled red onions, spicy cilantro lime hollandaise ($25) IMO, a brunch spot that nails their eggs is an automatic 4 stars. The poached eggs were perfectly cooked, oozing liquid gold. And, the accompanying crispy potatoes were shatteringly crunchy with a soft interior. The rest of the dish fell short. The moo sawan is their take on millionaire's bacon. It was sweet and one note, missing the aromatic spices (garlic, coriander, white/back pepper, etc) and the hollandaise + pickled onions had no spice or tang to bring everything together. On the plus side, they use a thiccc, sourdough english muffin that held up well to the dish. * Good Morning America w/ scrambled eggs, bacon, crispy potatoes, toast ($20) - Add spicy cajun pork sausage ($6) Your basic American breakfast. I didn't taste it but my friend said, it was bland. I noticed the bacon slices were very thin. S E R V I C E Service was pretty minimal, we had to flag someone down to place our order and again to get the bill. That said, the woman who took our order was very sweet and welcoming. Unfortunately, another staff member had an attitude when checking us in and mean mugging through the meal. They weren't busy at the time so food came out fast. A M B I A N C E Designed for IG and TT, the space is full of trendy touches: flower walls and ceiling, vibrant peacock feather mural, and gorgeous butterfly motif. Inside, there's about a dozen tables (close together) and bar seating with a large TV. Several outdoor tables with umbrellas. Overall, the flavors at Peacock Pansy didn't hit for me but I get why people like it. The dishes look great and the aesthetic is super photogenic which feels like half the appeal. 3.5 stars rounded up for the efficient food service and being dog-friendly.

Fried Chicken & Croffle
Anzhi C.

I had high expectations of the place but I think it's overrated. The space was very crowded and noisy. You have to raise your voice to be heard. Food was quite pricy yet small portion compared to other brunch places I visited in the area. The matcha latte doesn't even have much matcha flavor. We quickly finished the meal and just fled the restaurant. Will not come back.

Croffle  & Berries
Sheila P.

Cute lil place with a catchy name and lovely interior inside. I got the croffle, which was a waffle made out of croissant batter. Really good and filling. Was torn between ordering this and their french toast. Next time I'll try the toast :) Pretty good service with friendly servers who check on you often.

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Vivian L.

Would give this place 3.5 stars if I could! This place is aesthetically stunning!!!! The interior, the drinks, the presentation of everything is beautiful!! And with that brunch lighting??? Amazing. I got the shrimp & cauliflower puree, which I thought was delicious until I realized I wanted to eat a carb to balance the puree out (that I didn't have). Wasn't able to finish because the dish just felt a bit heavy. My group made reservations for 1pm and it took way too long to get seated.. I got my food at 2pm so I assume we had to wait about 30 minutes extra just to be seated. We talked to a few other groups that were also waiting a long time to be seated and were pretty frustrated. I'd dock off a whole star just for this reason unfortunately. :(

Cajun Shrimp & Cauliflower Puree ($27)
Tiffany Y.

Such a cute brunch stuff in Hayes Valley! Love all the flower decorations and it was nice to have a reservation here to get seated easily. For a drink, I thought I had ordered a Thai tea latte, but I'm convinced it was actually an iced Thai tea ($7) because of how sweet it was. It was a good, standard Thai iced tea if that was the case. My friend and I tried the fried chicken and croffle ($25), which was delicious. I loved the bulgogi sauce and honey on the fried chicken, but it did feel separate from the croffle which had a sunny side egg on top. I wish it had been a bit more of a cohesive dish. The Cajun shrimp and cauliflower puree ($27) was pretty cheesy and had really good sausage in it, but I feel like it was lacking flavor because cauliflower is blander. Overall, the dishes were unique for brunch and I would definitely come back again.

Ube French Toast
Michelle D.

The food reminded me of pixie hollow in the best way. It was more on the pricey side but the portions were huge and super tasty! I got the salmon sandwich with crispy potatoes, and it was SO crispy it was amazing. The sandwich itself was super great! The inside of the place is covered in flowers and makes such a cute brunch date. The service was fast and clean!

Ube Crème Brûlée French Toast
Kristine D.

Such a cute place!! An amazing brunch spot! The vibes are there--lots of seating, aesthetic decor but not too gaudy, and lots of natural lighting. Staff are nice, slight wait for service throughout meal, it does get a bit busy. - Butterfly pea lattes: 10/10 so good and who doesn't love a blue bev? - Ube french toast: 10/10 so good!!! Not overly sweet. The ube paste was flavorful and tasted natural/authentic. The texture of the paste and the french toast were perfect - Honey sriracha wrap: 7/10 slightly disappointed. Didn't have sriracha taste at all but wasn't too sweet. Coleslaw was good, sauce was good. Fries were good and crispy! - Triple cheese monte cristo: 10/10, the fruits on the side were chefs kiss. The jam perfectly complemented the sandwich. The potatoes were DIVINE!! They were like, double coated and fried?? One of the crispiest potatoes I've ever had. Wow!

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Lily S.

This is the perfect place for a girly brunch. The walls and ceiling are covered with (artificial) flowers. They have various specialty cocktails, mimosas, and sparkling wines. They also have a diverse menu of brunch items, including breakfast burritos, pancakes, egg dishes, ube dishes, Moroccan dishes, banh mi sandwiches, and more. What we got: + Fried chicken and croffle (5/5) - a croffle is a croissant waffle. It has a chewy texture and crisp edges. It was very good. The fried chicken was tender and juicy inside and very crispy outside. This sits on a bed of arugula and fruit on the side. You also get an egg any style. + Moroccan stew (4/5) - this was on their Specials menu so we thought we'd try it. It's a vegetarian dish with chick peas and tomatoes and poached egg. The stew was more like a soup, and the accompanying pita bread wasn't adequate for soaking up the stew. Perhaps rice would have been better. + Pumpkin spiced coffee - delicious Some reviews indicate they don't pay attention to reservations, but that wasn't our experience. I made reservations through Yelp, and we were seated immediately. The staff was friendly and checked on us often. Overall, a really cute brunch place that serves delicious food.

Becky V.

Pretty and lots of florals inside! Nice quiet brunch place for a girls outing. I went around 10am and it was quiet, not sure about lunch hours. $31 Crab omelette came with a great special tom yum sauce on the side. You can add how much you want that way. Come with wheat bread and choice of potato: fried, fries, or sweet potato fries. Kinda pricy but I did get a crab item and there was good amount of meat in the egg. Service was kind and welcoming!

vegan rainbow sandwich with side of crispy potatoes
Chandrasekhar R.

We had a great experience here. We had the breakfast burrito and vegan sandwich and it was really delicious. The side of fries was also great and one of the best I have had. The service by staff was timely and they were really nice and a pleasure to chat with. The ambiance was great as we were greeted with a wall of flowers and the entire place had good interior design. It can get crowded or loud at times but it is not a negative. Overall would definitely recommend in downtown SF especially for vegetarian and vegan options.

Chicken Croffle & Curry
Elaine Y.

I've had Peacock Pansy bookmarked for a while and finally got to try it and it was pretty good! We had made a reservation but like many others commented, Peacock Pansy isn't really managing them appropriately. We were still sat within a reasonable window of time within our reservation but it had a chance of getting a little hairy honestly speaking. Looking over the menu, the Asian flair was evident and I loved it! But! Those prices....some of it is on the high side. Yes, it's Hayes Valley but entrees in the $30s? It's a bit much. We tried to stay on the cheaper side. I went with the curry chicken croffle at $23 and it was SOLID. Easily the best dish at the table! Everyone was taking swipes of the curry for their own dishes. The regular croffle and chicken was also pretty good according to dad but he felt the chicken was overfried and dry. Mom had the truffle mushroom scramble and remarked that she really liked the baby shiitake but really could have done without the chunky button mushrooms. My brother went with the ube French toast but it was very coconut forward. Overall food was good, but not great. Would I come again? Maybe. I think there are other Asian brunch spots that hit a bit more across the board, if I'm honest. 4 dishes, drinks, and tip came to $150.

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Is there a reasonable parking nearby?

This is in downtown San Francisco. There is no reasonable parking.

Is it necessary to reserve space for 50-60 people on a Thursday afternoon?

Sure!!! Honestly I don't think they have that much space.

Are you a byob?

No, we are not.

Do you have space for private parties for 70 people?

Yes, We do. You can get more info. on the website/private events session.

Do they still have the butter lobster omelet?

Yes

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Ox & Tiger

Ox & Tiger

4.9
(139 reviews)
0.8 mi
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INCREDIBLE! My boyfriend and I went for their "Summer Love Part II" menu in July and everything was…read moreperfect. Chef EJ and his crew gave the best service and the ambiance was very cozy and relaxed. Reservations are really hard to get as there are only about 8 seats; but for a good reason! It's such an intimate experience watching them do their magic all while being very attentive to their guests. Every dish was filling and was packed with so much flavor. Definitely a must try experience!! Will definitely come here again at our next visit to SF!

Have you ever experienced something that while it was happening, you already wish it could be for…read morethe first time again? Filipino-Japanese fusion has been a tried and true combination, including my boyfriend and I's relationship (ba dum tss). However, Ox and Tiger have MASTERED the fusion aspect. Ox and Tiger is an intimate dining experience, with 8 seats, and gorgeous plating, menu, and cute chopstick rests! Comes with 3 courses with an additional 4th add-on. They also have a drinking menu, and they noted that the menu changes every 2 months (every even month!) EJ is such a wonderful story teller, and Hitomi (who created the menu for the month of May) had a great twist on everyday classics in Japanese cuisine. As the dishes were prepared and presented, EJ would tell the backstory on the dish(es), a personal note about each, and Hitomi's take on it to sweeten the deal. As soon as the experience starts, EJ tells us that the doors will be locked to prevent any distractions from outside (aka if you're late, you're outta luck), but we were encouraged to go outside for air if necessary. (I tried taking these notes on the food while EJ was talking about each dish so bear with me). ESL lunch The backstory was that Hitomi loved caesar salad while going to school in America, so she created a "perfect bite" with a Japanese twist to it. The word "gomoku" literally translates to "5 ingredients," to which I was only able to remember 2 of 5 of the vegetables, which were snappeas and roasted beets, with quinoa and tinapa (smoked fish). The fish that was used wae a cured Spanish makerel. T.A.M.M.Y I wish I remembered the words for this, but this is actually Hitomi's English name when she moved to the states. The acronym aspect was for the class at the time to think of ways to learn to like their name (each letter was a positive attribute and I can't remember what EJ said). The backstory to this was that Hitomi, being born and raised in Japan, was actually the biggest fan of California roll - did not like traditional sushi (or raw fish for that matter). - T.A.M.M.Y. is Hitomi's take on that. This was monk fish, with the fish scraps dipped into dashi sauce and kyuri (Japanese cucumber). In other words, no part of the fish was wasted in the making of this dish (in true Japanese AND Filipino fashion). This also had pinipig (granola-like topping glazed in shoyu) [Shoyu = soy sauce] Omiotsuke Now this is where I was blown away. First of all, I did not know what the hell this word was in English, but I watched every part of this dish being prepared and was even more confused when it was presented as dessert. When EJ started explaining, it made all the sense in the world. There is a tofu skin roll, vanilla ice cream, a mushroom topping, cherry miso compote concoction (this is where I butchered the exact creation - this is where the flavor was distracting me from what it actually was). Did you notice the ingredients? What is one thing one will eat at any Japanese restaurant, almost as a courtesy/complimentary item? Omiotsuke is, as polite as one could possibly say, is miso soup. This is Hitomi's take on miso soup, the flavor was spot on. I never thought to pair dashi-like flavors with ice cream (there is already shoyu with vanilla ice cream, but this was a flavor sensation). EJ was so kind when my boyfriend and I admitted we came for an anniversary, and we even got to see his reaction when we said we were also Japanese/Filipino (I'm also an Ox, but no Tigers here). They took this lovely photo of us to commemorate the evening, which sits on our fridge to this day. Again, gochiso-salamat :) to EJ and staff! We hope to come back soon.

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Ganji

Ganji

4.6
(631 reviews)
0.6 mi
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Locally owned & operated
Free WiFi

What a gem amongst all the restaurants in Japan Town! It's in the outside center near the…read morestationary store Paper Tree for reference. Been here a couple of times already and the service never failed. Even came here during the Cherry Blossom Festival and the staff were still friendly / accommodating. They even put a spicy sauce on the side of one of the katsu plates when we mentioned that my dad couldn't handle all that haha. This cozy spot mainly focuses on katsu plates, but I like how they had off menu or specials to choose from if you'd like another option. I will say though them katsu plates were just chef's kiss. The meat is pounded thin enough where it's still juicy and tender, but doesn't affect the exterior from being crunchy and a bit flaky. Nothing was dry here yallll! I also like how it already comes with miso soup and salad. Huge fan of that Hamachi Truffle special though. Think of a citrusy flavor from the ponzu, fresh fish, a bit of micro greens, and a thin slice of jalapeño that just ~works~ on a cute wooden spoon that you want to steal I could honestly eat like 5 spoons of this. I'd skip on the calamari as it was kind of skimpy to share with a large group. Only note was that their fried katsu curry was a bit underwhelming with having more slices of carrots than potato! Would love to come back if I am ever in the area.

Ganji is a solid spot for katsu in Japantown! The service was excellent--the staff were friendly,…read moreattentive, and quick to take our orders, which made for a great dining experience. The miso soup was a delicious way to start the meal, and when my katsu arrived, it looked amazing. The meat was hot, tender, and the portion was huge, so I definitely left full. My only suggestion is to ask for the curry on the side if you like your katsu extra crispy. I had the curry poured over it, and the breading got soggy pretty quickly. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is the price. My dish was around $30, which felt a little expensive, although I can understand it given the quality of the meat and generous portions. Overall, it's a great place if you're craving katsu, and I'd definitely come back--just with the curry on the side next time!

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Kothai Republic

Kothai Republic

4.6
(471 reviews)
2.6 mi

I'm truly heartbroken to hear that this restaurant has closed and even more so that I didn't get a…read morechance to visit one last time in it's last days. I've dined here more than a handful of times and every visit was memorable. Sung and his team consistently delivered exceptional food, every dish was solid and clearly made with pride. You could taste the quality and it was consistent every single time. Beyond the food, what always stood out was the hospitality. Sung genuinely made an effort to connect with his guests, remembering faces, checking in at the table and ensuring everyone felt welcomed and valued. He made sure you had a good experience and you could tell he cared. One thing I've learned on my food journey is this: follow the chef. When you find someone who pours heart into their craft, you support them wherever they go next! Looking forward to whatever Sung does next. I already know it's for sure going to be just as good!

Kothai has been one of the Inner Sunset's most delicious and innovative spots for the past few…read moreyears, so it's truly bittersweet to be writing this farewell review as they head into their last day of service. Even before this most recent visit, I'd enjoyed intimate dinners here for its creative, Korean-Thai-inspired menu that always packed an impressive punch of flavor but, dare I say, the brunch might be even better. The steak sandwich was absolutely phenomenal, with the steak seasoned and cooked to perfection and pairing beautifully with the charred onion aioli, plus a side of expertly crisped smashed potatoes that were so addicting. The steamed mussels were sumptuous and packed with umami, and I loved the two large bricks of toasted sourdough focaccia that were perfect for sopping up every last bit of the delicious dashi broth. But the pièce de résistance was the custard French toast, which I can only describe as the love child of bread pudding and tres leches cake as it was crispy on the outside but uber moist on the inside, custardy, and simply divine. Kothai will be deeply missed in the neighborhood, but I'm excited to see what's next for chef/owner Sung Park and will be first in line for whatever future project comes next.

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Lapisara Eatery

Lapisara Eatery

4.6
(2k reviews)
0.8 mi
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4.0 stars for breakfast--see dinner review below (5.0 stars)There are sooo many good brunch spots…read morein SF. In my opinion Lapisara ranks in the middle due to the other excellent options available. Seated immediately--had a reso but on a Wednesday morning not really necessary. It took a long time for the single employee to get to us but we weren't in a hurry. Cappuccino was very good in a cute "bear mug" and very reasonably priced. We shared a pacific omlet--not much crab, lots of shrimp, and nice swiss cheese/scallions but tasted kind of fishy--potatoes were only avg. Son said huevos rancheros were average. Price point good for SF and portions adequate to share. Location convenient so we will try dinner there tonight before a comedy show nearby. Dinner-5++ stars; 4 of us Had dinner last night-6pm-reso but not needed. only one other group dining. Single Waitress was great-we let her know we needed to leave in about an hour for a show and she timed everything perfectly--we even had time for dessert. we ordered so many items that she brought over an extra table--we shared everything family style. Most Yelp reviews only mention brunch but the dinner was awesome--service; food: taste/quality, presentation, portions, prices we phenomenally low for SF ($200 with a bottle of wine for 4 people). We started with the garlic butter clams-small but tasty. Tuna tartar was excellent quality and enough to share. Samosas were more like empanadas--very good with peanut sauce so good it rivaled my own home made. We continued our culinary adventure with crab fried rice-delicious, a large portion and my son who lives in SF and has tried dozens of crab fried rice ranked it in the top tier. The pacific catch rice noodles with crab was also excellent-big portion, lots of crab, tasty. Final entree was their specialty-Mussaman Curry. Wow, tender meat/potatoe "stew" with a very unique flavor from the star anise/cinnamon and peanut--to die for. Creme Brulee was very good with lots of fresh fruit accompaniment My only complaint was a very limited wine selection. Lapisaia will become one of our regular spots for dinner!!!

Came here on a Saturday for brunch…read more I got the Holy Chili Bomb Basil Omelette. It had ground chicken and veggies inside, and the chicken and basil were the flavors that stood out. I wouldn't call it spicy at all. The omelette felt small for the price and there wasn't much filling inside. It came with a side of potatoes that were really good. They had a nice crisp on the outside and were soft on the inside. I also got a regular coffee, and they do unlimited refills. The place was busy for brunch, and I liked the bear theme. Some of the coffees came in bear-shaped glasses, and some of the lattes had a decorative bear made out of ice.

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Strawberry Maple Croffle ($14)
Megan’s Table

Megan’s Table

4.5
(96 reviews)
4.2 mi
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Great choice! I was going back home last evening and... you…read moreknow when you want to treat yourself after a long day? Well, I decided to look for something different than my usual favorite food and I decided to go to try some Cambodian food and I picked this lovely little spot in Ocean Avenue, so far away from my house. It was my lucky day, the food was delicious, fresh and made from scratch with a glass of great white wine and , SO IMPORTANT to me a lovely service, starting with a warm welcome smile from the owner and then with the outstanding kind service at my table from the young gentleman named (I think) Ethan. Now this little gem became one of my destinations. Great job beautiful people at Megan's Table!

this cambodian-thai spot is best accessed via transit (K). it has a handful of tables and the…read moreambience is a cosy restaurant x bar vibe. service is fast. best of all, the prices are extremely reasonable and affordable for the portions and quality! we got the (ranked in order of my preference): 1. cha kroeung ($15): huge portions and the ground chicken was very flavorful 2. crab fried rice ($20): not bland like a lot of other fried rice, would have been my favorite if the crab wasn't cold 3. mango sticky rice ($8): delicious, I only wish there was more 4. pumpkin curry ($15): a little sweet for me and the pumpkin was kind of hard 5. khao soi with grilled beef ($20): not enough sauce, some parts of the beef were chewy

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Roti ice cream $12
Ollei

Ollei

4.5
(341 reviews)
1.2 mi
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The service is great and the servers are awesome. The restaurant is really loud so if you're…read moreexpecting a quiet place to sit down, do not go here. They have MVs projecting on the wall too so that adds to the noise. As for the food, everything is great! The pajeon is flavorful, light and crispy. It had a lot of kimchi so that was yum. The army stew was not too salty and warmed us up! The soy garlic chicken was not overly sweet and was crispy too. The spicy pork was good but there were a few pieces that was chewy. It wasn't that spicy though but it still tasted good. The creamy pasta and tteok was good too and lived up to its name. I did find that the tteok was chewier than normally, but my partner said it was fine so to each their own. Will probably come back for a third visit!

Ollei does exactly what it sets out to do. It's a solid neighborhood spot with standard Korean bar…read morefood, a lively atmosphere, and straightforward, no-frills service. We stopped in after the Valkyries game based on the reviews, and it matched expectations. We ordered the seafood pancake, the half-and-half chicken wings, and the spicy pork belly. Portions were generous and easily enough food for three to four people. Banchan were negligible. One thing that stood out was how sweet many of the dishes were. If you're coming in expecting bold heat, just know the flavors lean noticeably sweeter than the menu descriptions might suggest. Overall, it was a perfectly decent meal at a fair price in a convenient part of Polk Street. I'd be happy to come back if I were in the area, though it probably wouldn't be my first choice if I were specifically craving Korean food.

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Corn Cheese Plate

Peacock Pansy - breakfast_brunch - Updated July 2026

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