Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

Name: Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco
Address: 950 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94108
Telephone: (415) 772-5260
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (1823)

$30 and under

Californian

950 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

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2 people

Jun 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for brunch
Charming

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar dazzles with its soaring domed ceilings, commanding columns, Tuscan-style frescoes and ornate detailing. Enjoy seasonal menus that collaborate closely with Bay Area organic farmers, ranchers and sustainable seafood purveyors for a coast-influenced dining experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American, Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 am Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 772-5260
Website
https://www.fairmont.com/san-francisco/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chad Bayless
Private party facilities
Large party reservations are available, however Laurel Court does not offer private space or buyouts.

Location
950 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
Neighborhood
Nob Hill
Cross street
California
Parking details
Parking for visitors is $36 for the first hour, $52 for 2 hours, $72 for 3 hours, and $90 + tax for 3+ hours. All hourly rates for oversized vehicles are an additional $10 per hour. Guests joining us for Afternoon Tea can obtain validation in the restaurant for 50% off parking charges exclusive of overnight parking.
Public transit
MUNI bus #1 stops on Sacramento and Mason Streets when heading West, or on Clay and Mason Streets when heading East. Cable cars meet atop Nob Hill. The California Line stops on California and Mason; The Powell Line stops on California and Powell.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Fairmont Afternoon Tea - Saturdays & Sundays
$78.00 - $114.00 per person
May 31, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
Enjoy traditional Afternoon Tea in Laurel Court accompanied by live musical entertainment. Whether you are marking a special occasion or simply savoring the moment, delight in fragrant pots of fine loose-leaf tea alongside freshly baked scones, delicate tea sandwiches, and vibrant, fruit-topped pastries and French confections—served with timeless elegance. Experience our Themed Teas, continuing the elegance of our Afternoon Tea with a special twist. Upcoming Themed Tea: June – Pride Tea celebrating the vibrancy of Pride Month in San Francisco; July - & JULIET in partnership with the hit musical playing at San Francisco’s Orpheum Theater.
Fairmont Afternoon Tea Group Bookings
$78.00 - $114.00 per person
May 15, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
Host your next gathering of 12 – 25 guests with Afternoon Tea in Laurel Court—ideal for birthdays, bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and baby showers. Your group will savor fragrant pots of fine loose-leaf tea, freshly baked scones, delicate tea sandwiches, and vibrant pastries and French confections. Enjoy dedicated group seating, live musical entertainment, and timeless elegance for a celebration everyone will remember long after the last sip.
Fairmont Brunch - Saturdays & Sundays
Mar 2, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
Experience Weekend Brunch at the iconic Fairmont San Francisco! Indulge in a carefully crafted selection of gourmet à la carte dishes by Chef Chad Bayless. Sip on our signature Fairmont Bloody Mary or enjoy a refreshing mimosa and choose from a variety of light bites or more indulgent offerings. Experience the perfect combination of elegance and relaxation.

What 1,823 people are saying

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco 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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
3.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar at Fairmont San Francisco offers an elegant dining experience with "great and friendly service." Guests appreciate the "delightful tea" and "lovely" atmosphere. While some find the menu selections could improve, the setting and service often stand out, making it a popular choice for special occasions.

1,823 Reviews

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Fei
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great and attentive services! Food is delicious too!
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Rynelle
San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Even though there weren’t that many people, the restaurant was really loud because everyone was trying to talk over the music volume. Once I asked the manager or head waiter to turn down the music, it was a lot better, though the lowered music was still loud for me. Also, I had requested a quiet booth or table in my reservation and we were placed in the middle of the dining room. The food was acceptable, but we expected more for the price and location. We got the burger and the pasta bolognese. It was more pasta in tomato sauce or marinara as there was very little to no meat in the bolognese. The burger was good, though over cooked based on the requested temperature/doneness level. Again, our expectations were high for the Fairmont hotel, and it lacked in our opinion in the ambience and food categories. Service, however, was spectacular and on par with the Fairmont brand and status.
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San FranciscoResponded on May 26, 2025
Hello Rynelle, Thank you for your thoughtful review. I'm sorry to hear that the music level and table placement impacted your experience, especially after your request for a quieter setting. We do our best to accommodate these preferences and I regret that we fell short. Your feedback on the food is also appreciated. We’re reviewing your comments with our culinary team to ensure we’re delivering the quality our guests expect. I’m glad to hear our service stood out it means a lot to the team. Best regards, MITCHELL HUGHES GENERAL MANAGER, LAUREL COURT
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Connie
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we had tea, we were charged $30 for a glass of champagne
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San FranciscoResponded on May 26, 2025
Hello Connie, Thank you for joining us for tea, and for your kind words about the overall experience. I’m glad to hear that everything was wonderful, though I understand your concern about the charge for the glass of champagne. Our pricing does reflect the quality of the offerings and the setting, but I completely understand that it may have come as a surprise. I appreciate you bringing it to our attention, and we’ll make sure our menu and communication are as clear as possible moving forward. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Warm regards, MITCHELL HUGHES GENERAL MANAGER, LAUREL COURT
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Zaif
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is mediocre for the price you paid Ambience is great. Music is disappointing. I was expecting an ensemble of musicians instead one guy playing with recorded songs Service is good .
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San FranciscoResponded on May 26, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. While I’m pleased to hear you enjoyed the ambiance and received good service, I’m sorry the overall experience didn’t meet your expectations, particularly in regard to the food and music. We understand that our guests expect more at this level, and I’ve shared your comments with both our culinary and entertainment teams as we continue to refine our offerings. Your input is truly appreciated, and I hope we’ll have the opportunity to provide a more memorable visit in the future. Warm regards, MITCHELL HUGHES GENERAL MANAGER, LAUREL COURT
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Maria VIP
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Elegant surroundings, great and friendly service, good tea!
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San FranciscoResponded on May 13, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re delighted that you enjoyed our elegant atmosphere, the friendliness of our team, and of course the tea. Your feedback truly means a lot to us.
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Angela
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
2.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The prime rib wasn’t warm but cold. All the so called hot food was barely room temperature. The breads/rolls looked as though they were bought at Safeway. The coffee tasted as though it was made 3 hrs. ago. . I expected the atmosphere in the dining room to be decorated with fresh spring like flowers or any decorations but it looked dark and dull. The whole experience was a waste of time and money. Too bad . One would think that on a special occasion like Easter Sunday it would feel special. It failed on all fronts except for our waiter.
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RICHARD VIP
San Francisco Bay Area23 reviews
2.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food choices and preparation very mediocre. Uncomfortable seating with wobbly table made it a very poor Easter brunch experience.
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San FranciscoResponded on May 13, 2025
Thanks for the feedback, Richard. We're sorry to hear that your Easter brunch experience at Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide an enjoyable dining experience, and it's clear we fell short this time. Your comments regarding the seating and food choices are noted and will be shared with our team for review. We appreciate your honesty and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience.
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Russell
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
1.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
I feel like I just set fire to $250. The decor is dated, shabby, and a bit grimy. The staff tries, and they are attentive, but they’re also a little unkempt and shabby. The food was meager and not even mediocre. Nothing was fresh or made on premises. I could have gotten better pastries at Walmart or Costco. I forced myself to eat it, because I paid for it, but I feel so icky now. We paid $95 each for tea, champagne that we didn’t want (but it was included), a few tiny tea sandwiches on mushy white bread, some filled with just tuna and mayo, others filled with just egg and mayo; a couple of boring biscuits, an ice cube-sized square of cheesecake, a blueberry tartlet the size of a dresser knob, and a small handful of miniature macarons. Everything was bland, boring and kind of stale. Estimated value: $14.99 each (max). A service charge of twenty percent was automatically added to the bill, before tax. Save your money!
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Anthony
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delightful tea, attentive and professional waiter, lovely and tatsey food.
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brie
Seattle5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an absolutely delightful tea! We were more than happy to help with the emergency that appeared at hand. I was proud to be a Stanford nurse and to enjoy your lovely tea. Your staff was absolutely amazing! I am looking forward to returning soon!
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San FranciscoResponded on May 26, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're truly grateful for your understanding and generosity during what was an unexpected moment—you handled it with such grace. It was an honor to host you, and we’re especially proud to welcome a member of the Stanford nursing community. I'm delighted to hear you enjoyed the tea and that our team helped make it a special experience. We look forward to welcoming you back very soon! Warm regards, MITCHELL HUGHES GENERAL MANAGER, LAUREL COURT
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FAQs

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 772-5260.

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco is rated 4.1 stars by 1823 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

950 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

Additional information

Cross street
California
Neighborhood
Nob Hill
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 am Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking for visitors is $36 for the first hour, $52 for 2 hours, $72 for 3 hours, and $90 + tax for 3+ hours. All hourly rates for oversized vehicles are an additional $10 per hour. Guests joining us for Afternoon Tea can obtain validation in the restaurant for 50% off parking charges exclusive of overnight parking.
Public transit
MUNI bus #1 stops on Sacramento and Mason Streets when heading West, or on Clay and Mason Streets when heading East. Cable cars meet atop Nob Hill. The California Line stops on California and Mason; The Powell Line stops on California and Powell.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chad Bayless
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.fairmont.com/san-francisco/
Phone number
(415) 772-5260
Private party facilities
Large party reservations are available, however Laurel Court does not offer private space or buyouts.

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Fairmont Afternoon Tea - Saturdays & Sundays

Fairmont Afternoon Tea Group Bookings

Fairmont Brunch - Saturdays & Sundays

Menu

What 1,823 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco restaurant rated?

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