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Hayes Street Grill, San Francisco, CA

Hayes Street Grill

4.6 (4409)
$31 to $50
Seafood
320 Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Healthy
Hayes Street Grill is a neo-traditional fish house in San Francisco's Civic Center district, across the street from the Performing Arts Center, opposite Davies Symphony Hall and a block from both the Opera House and City Hall. We use an international mix of recipes, unified with a theme of fish and seafood. Above every other consideration, we want the freshness and pristine quality of the fish, produce, and naturally-raised meats to speak for themselves.

The Hayes Street Grill's walls are covered with autographed photos of the artists who consider the restaurant their club. Though we've remodeled since our opening 33 years ago, the original brass coat hooks along the walls remain, as does our founding philosophy of cooking only the food we would serve at home to our families, albeit dressed up a little, with a religious dedication to wholesomeness.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–6:30 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Patricia Unterman
  • Private party facilities
    We are happy to arrange for special events or private parties in any of our three rooms at the Hayes Street Grill. The largest dining area can host parties up to 75 seated and 90 standing; the bar room can host 35 seated and 50 standing; lastly, our private alcove can host 25 seated and 30 standing.
  • Neighborhood
    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
  • Cross street
    Franklin Street
  • Parking details
    Here is a helpful parking map showing all street parking spots and garages with real-time prices: https://www.spotangels.com/san-francisco/hayes-street-grill-parking
  • Public transit
    Bart Civic Center stopMUNI Van Ness and Hayes21 Hayes bus down the street of the restaurant...............
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,409 people are saying

Hayes Street Grill 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hayes Street Grill is a cherished San Francisco classic, known for its "best prepared fish" and "over the top excellent" food. Patrons appreciate the "fresh ingredients" and "excellent service," making it a favored spot for pre-performance dining. The restaurant's "quiet elegance" and reliability ensure a delightful experience.
4,409 Reviews
  1. Eileen VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area15 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The service wasn’t good. The fish wasn’t good - the dessert wasn’t good. A lot of money for mediocre food. Disappointed. Used to come frequently before a performance.

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  2. Bob

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We arrived close to 6pm on Sunday and were told the kitchen just closed so order quickly…which we did. My sea bass was overcooked and quite dry. And the bread we ordered was never delivered, but were charged for. Won’t be going back again.

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  3. HeneK VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent as was the food! It always is! Our server was helpful and remembered my friend who accompanied me.

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  4. Gregory VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As fine a meal as we’ve had recently. Perfect martinis, nice bay shrimp salad, and the petrale sole with trumpet mushrooms was delicious. Flourless chocolate cake, coffee and an easy walk to the Opera.

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  5. Janet VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a pleasure. And our server Michaela was terrific. We love coming to Hayes street grill!

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  6. Peter

    Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fish was very good. Small menu, fresh ingredients. Old-school restaurant. Will be back.

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  7. Fred VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area152 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, Hayes Street Grill is our "go to" restaurant before performances at the Civic Center. Last night was NO exception! Outstanding food and service!!!!

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  8. Lelia VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group of Six Symphony-goers slays enjoy our pre-symphony dinner at the Hayes Street Grill!!! Great food and excellent service!

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  9. Denise

    California Central Coast5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous waiter. The smoked trout appetizer is incredible. The oysters are so fresh you feel like they just pulled them from the ocean. The clam chowder lacked, big hunks of potato and carrots, very little clams.

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  10. Carol VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our go to restaurant when we attend City Arts event. The staff is excellent

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Hayes Street Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 4409 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 24 times today
Google Map for Hayes Street Grill

320 Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Franklin Street
  • Neighborhood
    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–6:30 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Here is a helpful parking map showing all street parking spots and garages with real-time prices: https://www.spotangels.com/san-francisco/hayes-street-grill-parking
  • Public transit
    Bart Civic Center stopMUNI Van Ness and Hayes21 Hayes bus down the street of the restaurant...............
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Patricia Unterman
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We are happy to arrange for special events or private parties in any of our three rooms at the Hayes Street Grill. The largest dining area can host parties up to 75 seated and 90 standing; the bar room can host 35 seated and 50 standing; lastly, our private alcove can host 25 seated and 30 standing.
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