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Canteen

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Address:
817 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Neighborhood:
Downtown / Union Square

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $31 to $50

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Canteen Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.sfcanteen.com/
Email: canteenrestaurant@gmail.com
Phone: (415) 928-8870
Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Saturday: 6:00pm - 10:00 pm; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 8:00 am - 2:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American
Executive Chef: Dennis Leary
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Beer, Chef's Table, Cigar Room, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Fireplace, High Tea, Smoking Area (patio only), View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Entertainment: Watch the art school students asleep on the couch.
Special Events & Promotions: We serve a PRIX-FIXE MENU every Tuesday evening. We also serve several PRIX-FIXE dinners on other evenings - please check the website for details.

Getting there

Cross Street: Jones Street
Parking: Street Parking
Parking Details: There is a parking garage across the street.

A word from Canteen

Canteen is a loyal friend but a terrible enemy. We are next to a dorm. Get your date to pay for dinner, and please don't tell anyone about all the famous people that dine here regularly. THIS SPRING WE ARE PREPARING SEVERAL PRIX-FIXE DINNERS, ON TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND THURSDAYS. PLEASE CONSULT… OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS - CLICK ON THE MENU TAB. GRACIAS. Please note, parties of 3 or less may be seated at our dining counter. If for any reason you need a table, please call us ahead of time for availability. Continued

Canteen

4.5

134 $31 to $50 restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerAmerican
Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
Diners' Choice WinnerFit for Foodies

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143 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

143 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(122)
neighborhood gem(88)
special occasion(32)

romantic(21)
great for brunch(18)
hot spot(15)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (143)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everything on the small menu

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/11/2012

2002

Dined on 04/11/2012

2002

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Everything on the small menu looked delicious. Everything we ate was perfect. The service was beyond perfect--I wished aloud for the polenta that accompanied another entree, and it appeared. I wished for a little more wine, but not a whole glass, and there it was. The counter is comfortable and friendly, nice for couples and solo diners."

Dined on 04/11/2012

2002

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good things come in small packages

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2003

Dined on 04/07/2012

2003

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"You won't believe how tiny this little gem is. While the service can be a bit abrupt, they do offer alternatives to the pre fix menu and it is a deal for a very well executed meal."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2003

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The quality of food produced

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2012

2005

Dined on 04/05/2012

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The quality of food produced from this minuscule kitchen is amazing. A very informal little room so if you're looking for an intimate romantic room this may not be the place. 2 servers are kept on their toes all night, but I never felt like I was being ignored.

Best polenta I've ever had (with the pork ragu)"

Dined on 04/05/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

karrie D, Seattle

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/06/2012

2006

Dined on 04/06/2012

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"What a great find! Went with my daughter when we were visiting SF for college, wanted something close to our hotel, that wasn't outrageously expensive, but was unique. We had the spicy mussel soup, the rabbit confit, and then shared the halibut. Food was fantastic, well prepared, not huge portions, but enough as we were not super hungry. We had the buttermilk and rhubarb pie for desert, and it was amazing. Would definitely go again!"

Dined on 04/06/2012

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

one of the best restaurants

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/06/2012

2010

Dined on 04/06/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"one of the best restaurants in san francisco"

Dined on 04/06/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my favorites...

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/04/2012

2008

Dined on 04/04/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Canteen is always wonderful - great food, service and it's small and so inviting. I eat here reasonably often, considering I live in Sausalito. If you haven't already, do go!"

Dined on 04/04/2012

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had heard a lot about Canteen,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2009

Dined on 03/30/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

"We had heard a lot about Canteen, so we had pretty high expectations before going there-- and this meal exceeded those expectations. That is hard to do... awesome and delightful!"

Dined on 03/30/2012

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Top of my chart! Cannot say

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2008

Dined on 03/30/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Top of my chart! Cannot say enough or go there enough. CreativeMenu. Amazing execution. Each dish has its own flavor which thrillsthe taste buds. Ample size portions. Creative...charming...friendly.I could eat here forever..."