Bistro Central Parc

Name: Bistro Central Parc
Address: 560 Central Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94117
Telephone: (415) 525-3064
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

771 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Our executive chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. With the utmost romantic atmosphere, our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience with us!

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, American, French
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 525-3064
Website
http://www.bistrocentralparcsf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jacques Manuera
Private party facilities
On Mondays and Tuesdays we do private parties. We also do private parties on luncheon occations. minimum 30.
Private party contact
Jacques Manuera: (415) 931-7272

Location
560 Central Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94117
Neighborhood
North Panhandle / USF
Cross street
Corner of Grove and Central
Parking details
Street parking available. There is also a parking lot at the Lucky supermarket located 1 block from the restaurant.
Public transit
buses: 21, 5, 43 within one block on Masonic Street<br />buses: 71, 6, 66 within 4 blocks on Haight Street
Entertainment
Once a month, on Sunday evening, we have live music.
Additional
Beer, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Soup of the Day$8.99
Daily Special
Truffle Parmesan Fries$7.99
Shoestring fries with truffle oil, parmesan cheese
Brussels Sprouts$6.99
crispy brussels sprouts with chipotle aioli sauce
Tomato Bread$5.99
Catalan style tomato bread with olive oil, lightly spiced
Carpaccio$14.99
thinly sliced beef filet mignon with red onion, capers, parmesan cheese, arugula, mustard, and caper aioli
Gnocchi$13.99
Gorgonzola cream sauce, toasted almonds
Meatballs$9.99
traditional Italian meatballs and marinara sauce
Escargot$13.99
Oven baked French escargots with parsley, butter and garlic
Truffle Mushroom Bruschetta$12.99
fresh mushrooms and creamy truffle mushroom sauce
White Wine Mussels$16.99
garlic, onions, creamy white wine Dijon butter sauce
Rock Shrimp Tapas$13.99
Garlic lemon butter sauce, crostini
Calamari$15.99
Lightly breaded Town dock calamari, artichoke, grilled lemon and homemade tartar sauce

Salads

Add Skirt Steak $11, Chicken $6, Add Shrimp $7, Add Salmon $11

Burrata Salad$12.99
arugula, fig jam and pistachio, balsamic vinaigrette
Mista Salad$11.99
baby mixed greens, strawberry, cherry tomato, blue cheese, candied nuts, balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$11.99
Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, homemade creamy caesar dressing

Entrees

Black Pepper Fettuccine$23.99
Shrimp, salmon, sun dried tomato infused roasted garlic cream sauce
Shrimp Pomodoro$21.99
Fresh basil, chopped tomatoes, spinach, chili flex, dried oregano, white wine sauce
Penne Chicken$19.99
Asparagus, arugula, calabrian peppers, creamy vodka tomato pink sauce
Truffle Mushroom Ravioli$20.99
Mushrooms, olives, fresh baby arugula, calabrian peppers, garlic cream sauce with truffle essence
Spaghetti Bolognese$18.99
Home-made traditional marinara meat sauce
Seafood Linguini$25.99
Shrimp, scallops, mussels & seasonal fish in a white wine butter sauce
Grilled Salmon$29.99
Red quinoa tabbouleh, diced cucumber, orange segments, lemon, shallots & green goddess
Teriyaki Skirt Steak$34.99
Mashed potatoes, green beans, onion rings, teriyaki soy ginger glaze
Braised Short Ribs$32.99
Red wine braised beef short ribs with creamy potato puree, sauteed asparagus & au jus sauce

Specialty Cocktails

Homemade Sangria$12.00
red wine with fresh fruits
Aperol Spritz$12.00
prosecco, aperol, orange slice, orange
Pomegranate Martini$12.00
soju, pomegranate sweet-sour & sugar rim
Peach Mimosa$10.00
brut champagne, peach puree
Espresso Martini$13.00
soju, espresso & irish cream, espresso beans

Reds by the Glass

Cabernet, Educated Guess - North Coast, '19$15.00
Cabernet, Bonanza - Napa, '21$14.00
Pinot Noir, Belle Glos, dairyman Sonoma, '21$22.00
Pinot Noir, Chanson - Burgundy, France, '18$14.00
Zinfandel, Frank Family, Napa Valley '19$21.00
Syrah, Michael David - Lodi, '19$13.00
Primitivo, Rocca, Salento '19$14.00
Chianti, Di Lorenzo, Tuscany - Italy, '19$12.00
Montepulciano, Porta Sole - Italy, '18$16.00

Whites by the Glass

Chardonnay, Altitude Project - Napa, '18$11.00
Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer - Sonoma, '19$15.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Justin, Central Coast '21$14.00
Pinot Grigio, Leonessa - Italy, '20$13.00
Rose, Grand Ferrage - France, '20$12.00
Riesling, Firesteed - Willamette Valley, '16$12.00
Viognier, Pine Ridge - Napa, '20$13.00
Moscato, Cavit, Trevenezie - Italy, '20$12.00

Sparkling/Champagne by the Glass

Prosecco Lunetta, Italy$12.00
Brut, Courtáge Le Grande, France$13.00
Brut Rosé, Courtáge Le Grande, France$13.00

Wine Flights

Bistro Parc Flight$25.00
Chianti, Di Lorenzo – Italy; Cabernet, Bonanza – Napa Valley; Pinot Noir, Meiomi – Sonoma
Interesting Reds Flight$32.00
Pinot Noir, Belle Glos – Sonoma; Zinfandel, Frank Family – Napa Valley; Montepulciano, Porta Sole – Italy
White and Rose Flight$24.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Justin – Central Coast; Pinot Grigio, Leonessa – Italy; Rose, Grand Ferrage, France

What 771 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Jade
Houston
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for food, but the menu is a small with a chance of a special. The wine choices are good and there are other alcoholic beverages available
JG
JoeyG
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wait staff was tremendous! Food was killer! Ambiance and music 10/10. Will for sure come back. This place was a random OpenTable find, and I’m so glad I found it!
TH
ToriH
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an amazing experience. The service was top notch and they made us feel like we were long time customers on our first visit. Very special treatment. The food was great, the service was even better. Thanks for the perfect meal to go with a perfect evening.
GA
GreekAmericanMom
Tampa
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
We had a group of 6 for a graduation "pre" celebration. Food and service were excellent! Lots of choices for everyone!
s
sfindyguy
San Francisco
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Lovely neighborhood restaurant with great food, a nice atmosphere, and an intimate vibe. Highly recommended for a date, family meal, and small to midsize group celebration.
MO
MatthewO
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
I made a reservation but all they had was outdoor seating, they said having a reservation does not guarantee indoor seating. We waited about 5 minutes for indoor seating and that was fine. I looked at their menu online and was really hoping for some meatballs as an appetizer and spaghettis and meat sauce for my main course, but since it was for Mother's day, they had a limited menu and I couldn't get what I wanted. I got the beef short ribs and they were really good, but I wish the full menu was available. The waiter was nice and they were very attentive at filling our water glasses.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The salmon melts in my mouth, and the combo of drips of green goddess, spinach, and quinoa is wonderful. Definitely love the burrata as well. But what is also so special about Bistro Central Parc is the service - our server is always so lively, warm, and really on top of her game!! Overall, this place is a neighborhood gem!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for my fiancés birthday and had a great time. The food was fantastic, and I can’t say enough good things about the service, they went above and beyond
MC
MattC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Everything was delicious and the service and ambiance were excellent. Fast and friendly service the entire meal, and specific thanks to Toni who paid special note to the fact that it was our anniversary and even gave us something extra to go with our dessert!
SF
SFgirl
San Francisco
61 reviews
vip
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is a hidden neighborhood gem. They have excellent food in an elegant atmosphere at moderate prices. If you haven't tried this place yet, check it out before it gets "discovered!
CS
CaraS
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A lovely place. Staff incredible. Food amazingly delicious. Highly recommended the calamari and seafood risotto. Must try their bread pudding. ❤️❤️❤️
k
kbaca
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating our friend’s college graduation! The food and the service were fantastic!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time there and we are definitely going back. Everything was delicious.
BE
BradE
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Finally made it to our favorite neighborhood spot for brunch and it did NOT disappoint! I love the spare ribs as a dinner entree but never even thought of doing it in Benedict form. So good. Wasn't as heavy as I thought it would be TBH. Good drink selections as well, espresso martini with soju hit the spot after the meal. Oh and don't sleep on the pancakes!! Fluffy and airy and great for splitting.
RE
REENAF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, European vibes, very friendly staff. I celebrated my Birthday here, they gave me a cake. Waiter was very friendly and provided with excellent service.
NE
NickyEats
New England
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tremendous meal! Fantastic tapas, memorable pasta dishes, and fantastic service. 10/10 recommend!
G
Gabe
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food. Close to USF, and took our daughter to brunch.
A
Anonymous
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a beautiful date night spot. I've been here for a few times. I recommend making reservations as they get pretty busy. The food had always been great. I recommend the beef medallion and the grilled salmon.
B
Bridget123
San Francisco
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The service was very friendly and warm at this corner bistro close to my friend’s home. I wish it was on my neighborhood as I would be there often. The food was delicious and satisfying. Looking forward to another visit and wishing the staff and owners good luck!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, enjoyed the European tapas very much. Looking forward to the next visit
ST
SevillaT
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a hidden gem! I had a wonderful time at this little bistro. From the tomato soup, to the Calamari accompanied with a most welcome side of grilled brussels sprouts. The service was impeccable, ask for Boris if you want an amazing experience
A
Anonymous
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a find! I love their beef medallion appetizer and grilled salmon! Staff was so friendly! We'll be back in a few days
o
oldenoughtoknow
San Francisco
240 reviews
vip
5.0
240 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very accommodating on the last day of lunch service
s
sfo94131
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Overall excellent experience. Sad to learn that they changed the restaurant times for weekday lunch. Lunch only on weekends now.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
37 reviews
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience5
The beef carpaccio and the escargot were good, but the shrimp and scallops in the risotto were woefully overcooked. The service was a bit scattered but pleasant enough.
W
William
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I selected this restaurant becuause I need a special place to celebrate my wife's 50th Birthday. The Bistro Central Parc did not disappoint.
MM
MattM
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience4
Good feel and waitress was great. The food was just not good in general - pasta especially not great. If I lived nearby I would likely figure out a dish I liked and visit again, but as someone coming into SF for dinner, I would not return.
MH
MrsH
San Francisco
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful evening out with friends. Everything was delicious. Loved the mushroom toast appetizer and several of the pastas.
BH
ByronH
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and service; what more could you ask for?
f
freidaluvs
Hawaii
26 reviews
vip
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
My second visit to this charming neighborhood place. Food is delicious and service is great. It’s a cozy place for friends to share an evening.
C
Catherine
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall2food1service2ambience3
A bit hit-and-miss food wise but a fun spot for occasions
d
dsaw
Central Coast
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I can’t even begin to express how wonderful this neighborhood gem is. The staff, service, quality of food and ambience all around is just so special:)! BCP is excellent for any occasion. Thank you:)!
DG
DeeG
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a wonderful neighborhood restaurant. The food is terrific and the staff are very friendly.
DB
DavidB
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience2
The server , while very pleasant, did not seem to know the menu. They did however, inquire with the kitchen to get information on several questions we had about the menu. One of our party had come to the restaurant and ordered out numerous times when it was French cuisine. We started with the tomato bread. The bread was not toasted and soggy. The tomatoes on top were mushy and flavorless.Several in our party ordered the seafood risotto, it was very disappointing. Presentation was lacking and it lacked any distinct flavor, the rice was mushy. We did order the Brussel sprouts which had good flavor . One in our group ordered the short ribs and said they were flavorful , with a good sauce and mashed potatoes. Overall the person who had been before said it definitely changed and was not as good and does not plan to return.
A
Anonymous
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious! The skirt steak was delicious, I really enjoyed the taste and the texture of the teriyaki sauce, also the mash potatoes was really good, but one of the best parts was the onions rings on the top.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came here for first date. It was an amazing dinner. My date loved everything we ordered and the ambiance matched our vibes perfectly. They have a ceiling lighting, it makes the place look so good!
GC
GretchenC
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Wonderful Neighborhood bistro with tasty food and friendly service. Black pepper pasta, bistro salad and crème brûlée were perfect. Can’t wait to go back and try more dishes
D
David
San Francisco
95 reviews
vip
3.0
95 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
it's fine for a neighborhood place. Reasonably priced. Good portions. We had a bunch of tapas, they were all fine, but nothing outstanding. Escargot was acceptable. Meatballs were good. Calamari was good, a large portion, not greasy. burrata and rock shrimp were fine. However it was much too loud for us. I felt like I was screaming, I'd opt to sit outside.
s
sfo94131
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience5
Lovely spot with attentive service and excellent value menu.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, delicious food, beautiful aesthetic and ambiance. A neighborhood gem that’s a great date night spot or dinner with family/friends spot.

FAQs

Bistro Central Parc is rated 4.6 stars by 771 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

560 Central Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94117

Additional information

Cross street
Corner of Grove and Central
Neighborhood
North Panhandle / USF
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, American, French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking available. There is also a parking lot at the Lucky supermarket located 1 block from the restaurant.
Public transit
buses: 21, 5, 43 within one block on Masonic Streetbuses: 71, 6, 66 within 4 blocks on Haight Street
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Jacques Manuera
Entertainment
Once a month, on Sunday evening, we have live music.
Additional
Beer, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bistrocentralparcsf.com/
Phone number
(415) 525-3064
Private party facilities
On Mondays and Tuesdays we do private parties. We also do private parties on luncheon occations. minimum 30.
Private party contact
Jacques Manuera: (415) 931-7272

Bistro Central Parc

Make a reservation

Additional information

Grilled Salmon

Burrata Salad

Calamari

European Tapas

Soup of the Day$8.99

Truffle Parmesan Fries$7.99

Brussels Sprouts$6.99

Tomato Bread$5.99

Carpaccio$14.99

Gnocchi$13.99

Meatballs$9.99

Escargot$13.99

Truffle Mushroom Bruschetta$12.99

White Wine Mussels$16.99

Rock Shrimp Tapas$13.99

Calamari$15.99

Salads

Burrata Salad$12.99

Mista Salad$11.99

Caesar Salad$11.99

Entrees

Black Pepper Fettuccine$23.99

Shrimp Pomodoro$21.99

Penne Chicken$19.99

Truffle Mushroom Ravioli$20.99

Spaghetti Bolognese$18.99

Seafood Linguini$25.99

Grilled Salmon$29.99

Teriyaki Skirt Steak$34.99

Braised Short Ribs$32.99

Specialty Cocktails

Homemade Sangria$12.00

Aperol Spritz$12.00

Pomegranate Martini$12.00

Peach Mimosa$10.00

Espresso Martini$13.00

Reds by the Glass

Cabernet, Educated Guess - North Coast, '19$15.00

Cabernet, Bonanza - Napa, '21$14.00

Pinot Noir, Belle Glos, dairyman Sonoma, '21$22.00

Pinot Noir, Chanson - Burgundy, France, '18$14.00

Zinfandel, Frank Family, Napa Valley '19$21.00

Syrah, Michael David - Lodi, '19$13.00

Primitivo, Rocca, Salento '19$14.00

Chianti, Di Lorenzo, Tuscany - Italy, '19$12.00

Montepulciano, Porta Sole - Italy, '18$16.00

Whites by the Glass

Chardonnay, Altitude Project - Napa, '18$11.00

Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer - Sonoma, '19$15.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Justin, Central Coast '21$14.00

Pinot Grigio, Leonessa - Italy, '20$13.00

Rose, Grand Ferrage - France, '20$12.00

Riesling, Firesteed - Willamette Valley, '16$12.00

Viognier, Pine Ridge - Napa, '20$13.00

Moscato, Cavit, Trevenezie - Italy, '20$12.00

Sparkling/Champagne by the Glass

Prosecco Lunetta, Italy$12.00

Brut, Courtáge Le Grande, France$13.00

Brut Rosé, Courtáge Le Grande, France$13.00

Wine Flights

Bistro Parc Flight$25.00

Interesting Reds Flight$32.00

White and Rose Flight$24.00

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