Dirty Water Restaurant & Bar - Permanently Closed

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   BigMike

   San Francisco

   45 reviews

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   5.0

   45 reviews

   Dined on July 1, 2018

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Everything was fantastic!

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   Northbay38

   Portland

   15 reviews

   2.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on June 27, 2018

   overall2food2service3ambience3

   No surprise here that it closed....expected a work of art when a salad has "edible flowers", not so. Too bad, the deviled eggs were pretty good. Bartender shouldn't mess with cocktails. When one wants a Manhattan, they want a Manhattan, not someone's cutesy version of one.

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   BigMike

   San Francisco

   45 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   45 reviews

   Dined on June 25, 2018

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   Overall, the experience was great. Good food, good service, good beer list. What more do you need?

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   JonP

   San Francisco

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on June 23, 2018

   overall4food5service4ambience5

   This place was excellent. My wife & I had the Tomahawk Ribeye for 2 with roasted vegetables & it was cooked perfectly. Be patient, it takes 45min to cook. The cocktails were also deliciousl. Pricey place but well worth it. Definitely one of my favorite meals of all time.

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   BigMike

   San Francisco

   45 reviews

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   5.0

   45 reviews

   Dined on June 14, 2018

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   I hadn’t been there in a while. The menu had some new items in addition to my favorites. I had the duck confit sandwich (new item). It was off the charts good. My guest had the Dirty Burger, which, as always garnered high marks. I tried a couple beers from the extensive list. There are always some that I haven’t tried. I really like the vibe there. Definitely will go back. Excited to see what they added to the dinner menu.

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   Urbngirl

   San Francisco

   9 reviews

   4.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on June 9, 2018

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Environment was totally urban vibe. Pre-theater dinner and drinks. Waiter was excellent, food was so so, limited menu and a bit overpriced but not terrible. Would come again and recommend, but would love to see more variety and better value.

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   daverice3

   San Francisco

   17 reviews

   4.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on June 7, 2018

   overall4food4service3ambience3

   We needed a place to grab a quick bite before the theater that evening. We were seated in the dining room, but the noise level from the bar was still pretty intense. Once the waiter got to us (it take about 10 minutes!) he was awesome. The staff took very good care of us . We mostly had appetizers and wine, but everything we had was exceptional. The Brussels sprouts are a MUST.

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   JennH

   Kansas City

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 30, 2018

   overall3food5service3ambience4

   Takes 45 minutes to get your food

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   GailB

   Sacramento

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 28, 2018

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   The trout was just wonderful, as was the appetizer (fried brussels & lollipop kale). It was a wonderful choice after seeing a show at the Orpheum nearby on a Sunday afternoon.

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    Vanessa

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

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    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We go there for brunch before seeing a play. Food is always innovative and delicious. Order whatever looks the most unusual and it will be amazing!

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    PaulW

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2018

    overall1food1service1ambience2

    I never leave bad reviews, but based on my experience last night, I feel I have to comment. The food was pretty awful - in fact our server comped my husband's entree (he didn't ask him to) because about 3/4 of his meal was left on the plate. However, my biggest concern was the way our server treated the table next to us. We were seated next to a lovely African- American woman who, upon paying, was asked to provide her ID. My husband (who is Caucasian) then asked for our check and provided his credit card (which is unsigned on the back). No ID was requested for payment. I would strongly recommend that if the restaurant has concerns about fraudulent use of credit cards, ask EVERYONE to provide an ID upon payment. It's the simplest way to ensure all patrons are perceived as being treated equally. It was especially galling since this restaurant is advertising as a great place to have dinner prior to seeing 'The Color Purple.' Wouldn't recommend and we definitely won't be returning.

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    hshw

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

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    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2018

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    The restaurant was so loud we couldn’t have a conversation, even at a table far from the bar. Service was incredibly slow although it was early and there were many unoccupied tables. Food was delicious! And way overpriced for ingredients and sophistication. An example of being popular for location and trend rather than quality.

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    DanielC

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2018

    overall2food2service4ambience2

    Seemed like it could have been a great experience but the table next to us was clearly over served and was yelling out whole meal. It was more like a bar than a restaurant. Also, WAY too much pepper on the elk.

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    Gourmet33

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

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    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2018

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    The food here is Excellent. We have been here several times and have never been disappointed. The service is outstanding and Laurent

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15. GP

    GPEPerson

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our waiter was great! He lnow we were going t o show and got us in and out very quickly. The food was really well prepared and the halibut was sone of the best I've had from a restaurant..

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    TORC

    San Francisco

    86 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2018

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    The scene is very fresh, exciting, and nice and big. The hamburger was very good, and size is enough to share. The spring salad was a bit lacking, it was mostly greens and mandarin oranges.. not much else. and there was too much dressing on it... to much vinegar. The mules were very good, and the early bird special had a nice price offer for the featured drinks. The service was good, but there weren't many people there, service was slower than we imagined. We had to rush to get to our performance we were attending. But the servers were very nice, and helpful Yes, I would return, and recommend the place.

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    foodlu

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2018

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    The menu is interesting for lunch but the service was not as good as last time. Maybe our waitress was covering too many tables.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    They were accommodating to let us choose our table. Service was excellent. Good fabulously delicious. Made our special night quite delightful.

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    Trobian

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I really can't say enough good things about Dirty Water. I enjoyed the options on the menu that allowed for vegetarian options that were absolutely to die for. The option of the brussel sprouts and artichokes were mind-blowing. Believe me. You won't go wrong with this restaurant. My server, Laurant was fantastic. Just go already! And enjoy!

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20. KB

    KerstenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were running to concert and they met every need with amazing food, the brussel sprouts were to die for! made it to our show in time... perfect night!

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Delicious. With a fine flavors and unique

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    Gaylord

    San Francisco

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2018

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    I booked this restaurant for a special event, and I will sayDirty water did a excellent job making sure my event came across without any issues. The service, was excellent, the food was delicious, a perfect night, I highly would recommend.

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    Director

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We had a late business lunch meeting and despite the room only being 1/3rd full, it was intensely loud. It was hard to have a business meeting here, but the food was fantastic. Also, the service was great, but the price is very high.

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    anonymously

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great service

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    SJWC

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

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    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Had a really wonderful time at Dirty Water. Great ambiance and decor. Really amazing service and I want to thank our server, who accommodated for all our requests and was very helpful and reasonable. The food was all very delicious as well! We ordered the beet salad, cheese platter, deviled eggs, brussel sprouts, pork chops, antelope, elk, ox tail and tomahawk ribeye. All delicious and on point. We finished everything! Also amazing beers, wines, desserts, coffees. Just an overall perfect experience.

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    CaptainLuk

    San Francisco

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2018

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    Beautiful space and delicious food!

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    Annette

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2018

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    Great pre-theater dining.

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    nakanoquinn

    San Francisco

    60 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2018

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Excellent food, somewhat inflated prices. Definitely felt like the place you grab a drink after work, and potentially get a bite if you've stayed too late, but really get use of game meat.

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    RaviM

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Good food, attentive staff, and excellent service. We were seated right away and the waitress was well-informed regarding the menu items.

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    Rayna

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2018

    overall4food5service5ambience2

    Best Brussels sprouts I’ve ever had. All that we ate was amazing. The metal table legs scraping on the slate floor almost blew out my eardrums, however.

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31. EB

    EastBay

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everyone loved the antelope. Good wine list. Friendly service

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    sf11foodie

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2018

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Enjoyed our pre-ballet dinner at Dirty Water Restaurant. Although the bar that you walk through to get to the restaurant is loud and energetic, no problem speaking to your date (even if it's your spouse) in the restaurant (though you can hear the background noise). We enjoyed a delicious seared foie gras with champagne infused raspberries and a beautifully presented beet salad. Our mains were the chestnut flour agnolotti with mushrooms and the trout roulade. Both were delicious. I often avoid trout on menus because i find it bland or overcooked, but this was recommended by our waiter and I felt like having something light. This was rolled around a crab filling on a sweet potato bed and was quite moist and tasty but not heavy. Although the wine menu is not extensive, I found a nice St Emilion by the glass. They have an extensive and interesting-looking beer menu and an impressive scotch list also -- for next time!

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    fredarep

    Sacramento

    200 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    200 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2018

    overall4food4service3ambience2

    This place suffers from being inside a busy hub after work. They really need more wait staff & something to dampen the din. Even though the waiter was nice, too much time went by between visits & our 1.5 hours before the Symphony was too tight. We ran to the Symphony! Food is overpriced but delish. Prob won’t go back.

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    SusanL

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2018

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Great atmosphere with a swanky bar and an expansive dining room hidden away in the back. Mushroom agnolotti was a real winner, as are the two portion bread serving with house made butter. Service was courteous and flexible, and the cocktails are inventive and delightful.

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35. LK

    LisaK

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2018

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Delicious, unpretentious food in a casual setting, with a great selection of beers and wine by the glass. We enjoyed a simple salad and 5-mushroom soup, as well as a wagyu ribeye, all prepared to our liking. Wines the sommelier helped us choose were well matched. We skipped dessert. There were a number of other choices we would have liked to try. Interestingly, several game choices on the menu as well—

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    SoCialWe

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was our second Valentines Day Dinner at Dirty Water. (For those who see it listed as a Beer Hall, it may be that as well... it has a lounge area up front and an almost unsurpassable number of house brewed brews.) We know it for dining wonders! Last year, we were presented with a Prix Fixed menu, I’m almost always dubious of any Fixed menus because they tend suffer for the expectant quantity over quality factor. Bygones needs be... we were last minute reservations so... To our delight the courses were beyond delicious. Each profile a sensational journey of epicurean wonder! Last nights meal was not a Prix Fixed menu. The food was no less delicious! We enjoyed Foi Gras as well as a Venison Tar Tar. Both were incomparably exquisite. The Tar Tar was among the best I’ve ever had! Next course was a beet salad w/ whipped goat cheese and bitter greens. If you think that a simple beet salad cannot approach the monument of excellence previously noted, then, think again! It was superb! After much puzzling we chose to share a very large cut of bone in wygu steak that when presented seemed impossible to full consume. We choose not purchase nor attempt to prepare red meat at home but not out of any moral or dietary discretion over all. It is because I am unable to produce anything close to the succulent and mouthwatering marvel that we devoured last night. By the close of our meal we ordered two of the deserts offered from the menu. I chose a pot de creme. My dining parter chose a creme puff with some orange tangy whipped citrus center. Thanks to Dirty Waters Chef, wait staff, bus staff, kitchen support staff, the Excellent bartenders! The Owners, Certainly! Last but not least thanks to Open Table for making reservations easy.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2018

    overall4food3service4ambience3

    Went to Dirty Water for Valentine dinner. Had the cheese platter, foie gras, beet salad, and lobster. Food was good, but the beet salad was overpriced at $18

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    BigMike

    San Francisco

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We started in the bar for a “pregame” drink. The cocktails were creative and the beer list was extensive. When we got to the dining room, We tried a number of items on the menu. The charcuterie board was a nice assortment to kick things off. We followed that with the pate. It was creamy with a layer of honey. Very delicious. We also shared the Axis deer tartare. Very mild and delicious. We shared the elk, antelope and the halibut. All were delicious. The halibut was cooked perfectly. The antelope and elk had a nice side and sauce. Overall, it was a unique meal with a gamey flair.

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 30, 2018

    overall4food5service3ambience3

    Excellent food for a reasonable price. Good service. Only downside is that the bathroom is outside the restaurant, and you have to get a security guard to open the door for you, which is kind of weird.

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    DustyF

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2018

    overall4food4service2ambience3

    The food is great. We REALLY liked the fried brussels sprouts and the passion fruit halibut was wonderful. Looking around the room, I saw all kinds of delightful looking dishes that looked easy to share. They have an extensive list of wines by the glass and cocktails. My sauvignon blanc was lovely. The prices overpower the food a bit though. For example, a cauliflower steak a la carte is basically a big piece of grilled cauliflower with sauce. $14 is a bit steep for a veggie appetizer. $7 is a bit steep for bread that you won't get unless you order it. We weren't turned away by the prices, but they're just high enough to stave of a second visit. Service wasn't on par with the amount of people in the dining room. I didn't feel our server was really engaged. No specials, no welcome, no recommendations and slow for how empty it was. He was an order taker, not a server. I typically expect more than that from a restaurant of this caliber. On the plus side, it's close to Davies Symphony Hall. This was the only place nearby with reservations open between 6 and 7 on a Saturday, hence our choice in dining here.

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