Award-winning

Octavia

Name: Octavia
Address: 1701 Octavia Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94109
Telephone: (415) 408-7507
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (2702)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

1701 Octavia Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

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2 people

May 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
Phone number
(415) 408-7507
Website
http://www.octavia-sf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Melissa Perello
Private party facilities
https://www.octavia-sf.com/privatedining

Location
1701 Octavia Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Pacific Heights
Cross street
Bush Street
Parking details
There is limited street parking near the restaurant. The closest garage is The Japan Center Garages which consists of two parking garages; The Main Garage located at 1610 Geary Boulevard and The Fillmore Annex Garage, located at 1650 Fillmore Street between Geary and Post Streets.
Public transit
1 Bus Stop located at Octavia St. and Sacramento St. (3 blocks North)38/38R Bus Stop located at Geary Blvd. and Laguna St. (4 blocks South)
Entertainment
Instagram: sf_octavia
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

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Experiences

Large Party Reservation (7-10 people)
$98.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Reservations of 7+ require a family-style, chef's tasting menu at $98 per person. The menu is comprised of 8-10 dishes served in four courses, including dessert. If selecting the Chef's Table, this table is located in the heart of the kitchen and seats a maximum of 10 guests. The menu is served in a chef's choice, family-style format. Pricing reflects food menu only. All menus and onsite selections will be billed and presented with your final check onsite. We're often able to accommodate most dietary restrictions, but please contact us directly to guarantee accommodations.

What 2,702 people are saying

Octavia 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Octavia in San Francisco offers an "absolutely amazing experience" with "exceptional" food and "warm and helpful" service. The tasting menu is a "must-try," showcasing "beautifully crafted" dishes. Despite a cozy setting, the ambiance is "inviting," and the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience. Perfect for special occasions.

2,702 Reviews

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Jimin
Unspecified1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice service and food. They offered me a carrot cake to celebrate my graduation, which was a lovely! The only downside was that the portion was a bit small. Other than that, everything was great!
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Niklas
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every single dish was solid and great service! Would definitely come again
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Wanda
San Francisco22 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Creative preparations, delicious dishes, beautifully presented.
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ben
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Octavia in San Francisco has become a cherished tradition for my mom and me, and this year’s Mother’s Day celebration was no exception. The food was exceptional, as always, with beautifully crafted dishes full of flavor. The ambiance is elegant yet inviting, and the staff is consistently friendly and attentive, making every visit feel special. They truly made Mother’s Day memorable with thoughtful touches that added to the experience. Octavia never disappoints, and it’s the perfect spot for any occasion, especially a special one like Mother’s Day.
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Antonina VIP
San Francisco9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing experience for my friends birthday. Loved the food very much. We had tasting menu. Highly recommend!
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Victoria VIP
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had another amazing dinner at Octavia. Each dish was delicious and high quality ingredients.
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camille
Yosemite2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the seasonal menu, freshness and small portions that gives you the opportunity to enjoy a little bit of everything!! The outdoor parklet are great!
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Boogie
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful place, we got tasting, very satisfied with the experience
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Rick VIP
San Francisco46 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner at Octavia. We sat on the podium (outdoor seating). The stuffed morels were terrific as was the asparagus. The main courses were fantastic as was the dessert. Great meal. We love Octavia.
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Alexandra
San Francisco1 review
4.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance and feeling of the establishment was very positive and elevated which was a great thing. However the food was un-inspiring to point out a “favorite dish”. I would come back for a business meeting but now the food exclusively per se
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FAQs

Octavia is rated 4.8 stars by 2702 OpenTable diners.

Octavia does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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