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Cafe de la Presse, San Francisco, CA

Cafe de la Presse

4.3 (1923)
$30 and under
French
352 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
For centuries, cafes the world over have provided patrons with entertainment that draws on all walks of life. In these gathering places of art, politics, fashion, and everyday events, cafe-goers partake in a unique convergence of eclectic culture and traditional cuisine. Parisian-inspired Cafe de la Presse continues the trend with international literature, classic fare, and the age-old pastime of dining, relaxing, and conversing in a vibrant atmosphere.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Café
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:15 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Lunch Mon 11:30 am–4:00 pm Tue, Wed 11:30 am–3:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 398-2680
  • Website
    http://www.cafedelapresse.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mr. Patrick Albert
  • Catering
    Depending on the number of people and the type of party, we can tailor a special menu and provide some advice.
  • Private party facilities
    We can provide semi-private parties; private accommodations may be possible by closing the downstairs dining room. Please call the restaurant for details.
  • Location
    352 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Cross street
    Bush St.
  • Parking details
    There is a public lot nearby on Bush St. There is also valet parking at the Hotel Triton.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Steak and Wine Night

    Mar 27, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
    Thu - Fri - 2:30 PM - 8:00 PM,Sat - 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    We’re excited to announce that starting March 27, we will be reopening for dinner service on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings until 8 PM! To celebrate, we’re offering a special Steak Frites Maître d’Hôtel promotion! Enjoy our perfectly grilled steak topped with flavorful herb butter, served with crispy golden fries—plus a glass of Roques, our house red wine—all for just $28! 🌟 Join us for a delicious dinner—we can't wait to welcome you back! 🌟

    Steak and Wine Night Photo

Menu

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What 1,923 people are saying

Cafe de la Presse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe de la Presse offers a taste of Paris in San Francisco with its "perfect romantic" ambiance, "excellent food," and "gracious service." While some diners noted service inconsistencies, the French bistro remains a favorite for its "delicious food," "lovely atmosphere," and "great place to eavesdrop." Ideal for a leisurely brunch or pre-concert meal.

1,923 Reviews

  1. Teresa

    Central Coast22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for the Steak Night special and we were very pleasantly surprised on the generous portion of the steak and frites. Steak was cooked perfectly for me and the frites were one of the best Ive tasted! The oil they were cooked in was obviously very fresh and the crisp was perfect. We enjoyed a window seat and our waiter/bartender was a delight. We will be coming back!

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  2. Tim VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal. Friendly service. Fair price. Couldn't ask for more.

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  3. Ron

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always been my place to go and eat. Makes me feel like I’m back in Paris. The food , staff and design of the dining room makes you feel warm and chic

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  4. art

    San Francisco Bay Area57 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    French omelet wasn’t very French and baguette was missing.

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  5. Frank VIP

    Los Angeles629 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The only positive was the Chef, his delicious dishes and the Parisian vibe of this restaurant. The waitress was in the restaurant servicing us but obviously didn’t want to be there with her checked out personality. The owner fell into the same category. They both need to go to charm school. We will not return. Merci Chef!

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  6. lori VIP

    Sacramento37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a favorite. I've been coming here for decades!

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  7. Mimi

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An SF classic - always a great time and delicious food. Please add more sparkling sodas to your menu.

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  8. Cynthia

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite place to meet in The City. Gracious service, excellent food, lovely atmosphere. Great place to eavesdrop on other customers.

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  9. Tom

    San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was impeccable. Coffee, perfect. Potatoes, outstanding. The Eggs Benedict which should've been the star of the show, meh... Extraordinarily undercooked poached eggs, and a decidedly underwhelming slice of thin deli ham. Come on, folks. You can do better.....

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  10. Sierra VIP

    Portland4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good but nothing special. Tourist destination. But a convenient brunch spot for visiting SF Chinatown.

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FAQs

Cafe de la Presse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 398-2680.

Cafe de la Presse is rated 4.3 stars by 1923 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Cafe de la Presse

352 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bush St.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:15 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Lunch Mon 11:30 am–4:00 pm Tue, Wed 11:30 am–3:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Café
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a public lot nearby on Bush St. There is also valet parking at the Hotel Triton.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mr. Patrick Albert
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.cafedelapresse.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 398-2680
  • Catering
    Depending on the number of people and the type of party, we can tailor a special menu and provide some advice.
  • Private party facilities
    We can provide semi-private parties; private accommodations may be possible by closing the downstairs dining room. Please call the restaurant for details.
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