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Eureka Restaurant - Lounge

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Address:
4063 18th St.
San Francisco, CA 94114

Neighborhood:
Castro / Noe / Glen Park

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $31 to $50

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Eureka Restaurant - Lounge Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.eurekarestaurant.com
Email: info@eurekarestaurant.com
Phone: (415) 431-6000
Hours of Operation: Lounge opens daily at 5:30pm Dinner served Daily from 5:30 Happy Hour Sunday through Thursday 5:30 to 7:00 Hours subject to change without notice
Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American
Executive Chef: Gaines Dobbins
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Private Party Facilities: Either one of the downstairs dining rooms may be reserved for special events or private parties. We offer different prix-fixe menus designed to work with any budget! Credit card guarantee and time restrictions apply when booking room on Friday or Saturday night.

Getting there

Cross Street: Castro
Public Transit: Just a block and a half away from the Castro MUNI station and within walking distance of the 24, 33 and 37 MUNI bus lines
Parking: Street Parking
Parking Details: Parking can be difficult, please allow extra time for parking.

A word from Eureka Restaurant - Lounge

In the thick of 18th Street, this five-year old eatery sets a cozy tone with three small dining rooms,professional & friendly service,and the warm aroma of Southern Provincial dishes expertly executed by Mississippi Chef/Partner-Owner Gaines Dobbins. Start with a classic cocktail and the Fried… Chicken Livers with Horseradish Cream.Then move on to the far-from-pedestrian Pot Roast with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and finish with Bread Pudding with a Bourbon Caramel Sauce. Just the ticket before a night of sugary cocktails and some Diana Ross remixes in our Top of the Stairs Lounge.Continued

Eureka Restaurant - Lounge

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144 $31 to $50 restaurant

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183 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

183 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(135)
fit for foodies(68)
vibrant bar scene(65)

romantic(63)
special occasion(62)
hot spot(38)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (183)

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

It took an hour to get our

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/09/2012

2005

Dined on 04/09/2012

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"It took an hour to get our plates, but the food was quite good."

Dined on 04/09/2012

2005

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I live in the neighborhood

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/10/2012

2007

Dined on 04/10/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I live in the neighborhood and eat there often. I have never had a bad meal, but the pork loin was bland if a bit sweet. Still good, just not great, and not what I would expect. Their chicken livers are so good my friend (visiting from NYC) and I practically inhaled them."

Dined on 04/10/2012

2007

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Consistently good food and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2012

2005

Dined on 04/05/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Consistently good food and service. But the menu could use an update. Hasn't changed in years."

Dined on 04/05/2012

2005

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best SF has to offer in dining!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/01/2012

2012

Dined on 04/01/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Dear Friends: i can't tell you how much I enjoyed my three visits to Eureka! I especially want to acknowledge Steven and Matthew...they are the most wonderful, accomodating, charming, friendly, and absolutely caring people I have met in a long time...I truly loved having them take care of our needs. Please see that you tell them that this ol' guy from Montana will not soon forget them, and that I am already looking forward to my next trip to SF and to another dining experience at the Eureka in the Castro...many thanks for a very memorable time!

Sincerely,

Micheal Day
536 Dreben Way
Helena, MT 59601"

Dined on 04/01/2012

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The whole roasted pig special

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2007

Dined on 03/31/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The whole roasted pig special was very good, although the portions were a little small."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2007

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Yummy

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Dined on 03/31/2012

2010

Dined on 03/31/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"a very pleasant surprise! the ravioli and gumbo were very tasty. remember to save room for dessert, specifically the brownie with caramel sauce!"

Dined on 03/31/2012

2010

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

It seemed a bit chaotic. The

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2001

Dined on 03/30/2012

2001

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"It seemed a bit chaotic. The service could be improved. Waiter was very nice but everything was slow. They seemed unorganized. The food is tasteful. The chef is great. I think with a bit of training and or organizing of the staff, the restaurant could run better"

Dined on 03/30/2012

2001

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

The Burgers and bar food are

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/16/2012

2006

Dined on 03/16/2012

2006

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The Burgers and bar food are fine but this is not gourmet dining and the prices are on the high side for entrees. Sit upstairs in the bar area for a more 'connected' feeling as it is more cozy. There used to be a working fireplace but appears to be covered now by a cabinet and not sure why."

Dined on 03/16/2012

2006

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The chicken fried steak and

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Dined on 03/13/2012

2007

Dined on 03/13/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The chicken fried steak and the jambalaya were delicious. The fried chicken was disappointing as it was served warm as if the chicken had been sitting around for a while before being served."

Dined on 03/13/2012

2007

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We've eaten at Eureka before

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/15/2012

2003

Dined on 03/15/2012

2003

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We've eaten at Eureka before (a year or more ago) and recall it being good. So we decided to go again and we were still impressed with the level of food and service. A very nice selection on the menu, the service was very good but not too attentive. Give it a try if you haven't lately. We need good restaurants like this in the Castro."