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Name: Barcino - Permanently Closed
Address: 399 Grove St., San Francisco, CA, United States, 94102
Telephone: (415) 430-6590
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

Barcino - Permanently Closed

4.4

561 Reviews

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

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Barcino is The Absinthe Group's newest venue serving Catalan-influenced and inspired cuisine. Located walking distance from Civic Center and the performing arts centers, Barcino features specialty cocktails, and Spanish wines and sherries.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 430-6590
Website
http://barcinosf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Ryan McIlwraith
Private party facilities
Semi-private space available for up to 30 guests standing, 24 seated

Location
399 Grove St., San Francisco, CA 94102
Neighborhood
Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Cross street
Gough
Parking details
There is a parking garage across the street
Public transit
Civic Center BART, 49,47,21,5, F
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 561 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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KS1994
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall3food2service3ambience5
Overly pretentious but not particularly good for spanish food. Everything was on the sweeter side, without much flavor. Drinks were OK. Service was fine. Overall just OK.
T
Thorina
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
This review is somewhat colored by the fact that the electricity in Hayes Valley went down before we could get past the cocktail and a plate of Serrano ham. But I was with an old friend, the wine was pouring and we had a good evening. The staff was very warm, and they let us hang out even though the kitchen had closed.
ZK
ZachKP
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
I'm sorry to hear it is closing! It's a very nice spot.
o
oldenoughtoknow
San Francisco
237 reviews
vip
5.0
237 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food, service & staff. This Hayes Valley destination will be very much missed after February 15th.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food, great staff and ambiance.
W
Whyme
San Francisco
111 reviews
vip
4.0
111 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
We enjoyed the food overall, but the seafood paella was rather skimpy on the seafood. We'll go again, but stick to the small plates and tapas.
l
ljse
San Francisco
68 reviews
vip
4.0
68 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience3
Pre symphony.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great Spanish Food. We are going back to sample more of the menu.
S
Scherm
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience3
We've been here several times over the last 2 years. Service has fallen off - plates taken prior to finishing or plates not taken at all. Food choices seem to be fewer. Overwhelming use of oil and overly hot spice tend to overpower the flavor profile the Chef was intending. Doubt we'll try it again.
M
Michael
San Francisco
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2020
overall2food2service3ambience4
Terrible value for money. The paella was mediocre, at best.
E
Earlydinner
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice pre-symphony dinner, shared everything. Reasonably quiet in a booth. Good food.
EM
ElizabethM
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2020
overall4food4service2ambience4
Delicious food and cool spot. The service wasn't very warm or friendly though for me. I probably wouldn't return.
CC
ChuckC
San Francisco
51 reviews
vip
3.0
51 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience4
Disinterested hostes, long waits to get menu, and then no happy hour menu unless you ask for it, no explanation of the oysters your eating, some dishes come out pipping hot (pattatas) some lukewarm ( beefsteak), flan dessert took almost 30 minutes to emerge from the kitchen. When you show up before 6 and its empty, you feel like you could have gotten a bit more attention.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2020
overall3food1service2ambience2
less than mediocre. definitely don't recommend. the food wasn't authentic although the churros were phenomenal.
SB
SheilaB
San Francisco
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great food and service. We were there for quite a while and never felt pressured to move on. We will definitely be going again for our regular "girls night out".
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Rather pricey, but the tapas and service were very good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the second time my mother and I dined at Barcino. The first time we sat at the bar and although the food and service were wonderful, because my mom is wheelchair bound due to a stroke, it was a bit too tight. We were walk ins at 5 p.m. and because I didn’t ask for a table, the restaurant was not at fault. The second time we dined at Barcino was absolutely wonderful, in all aspects. The staff went out of their way to make sure my mother and I were comfortable at a table. Our server this evening was Daniel and he was just fantastic. He was immensely knowledgeable, personable, kind, patient, and thorough. We ate oysters, Pan Tomate, Iberico ham, and Gambas al Ajillo. Everything was perfectly done. The blueberry pear sorbet was outstanding and when my mother and I were indecisive about an after-dinner drink, Daniel was kind enough to offer us a sherry. It was like drinking a smooth, sweet, fig syrup. What a great way to end a perfect dining experience. I also have to mention the staff, especially Daniel, were all so kind to my mother. The majority of what she says is incomprehensible because of the stroke and instead of the staff being intimidated or uncomfortable, as many people are, they did everything they could to make her feel welcome and special. All around, our dinner at Barcino was just perfect. My mother and I are looking forward to returning as soon as we are able.
J
Johnmrea
San Francisco
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2020
overall3food2service3ambience4
Great for location--the tapas are Catalan-ish, where the major flavoring for all dishes is just salt. I've cooked Iberian food at home, since the 1980's and the East Bay has 3 restaurants, no less, where I can go to elevate my game. Of 3 tapas, salt was the predominant/overwhelming flavor--which it should not be in albondigas, pulpo, pa & jamon. {beef veal meatballs, octopus, bread & tomato, and the former + thinly sliced ham.} Be aware that 1/3 of every dish but the pulpo is same slices of olive oil bread--so if you order without for diet reasons, expect a very small dish. I have no medical issues with salt--God help anyone who does. The sometimes-unsubtle Portugese rural small plates that we had through most of August were more subtly flavored and variegated. A minor point--if you order beer listed (and asked for) as Pilsner, inquire when it comes. Mine was a kolsch--a nice one, but not if you are fussy about your beers
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Frances
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience4
Delicious food, beautifully presented. Our server was friendly, attentive, responsive and courteous without hovering. Especially recommend the hamachi plate.
LM
LoriM
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience3
Food was great and 3 medium shared plates was plenty for my 2 daughters and me, even thought the waiter said we would need more...maybe if there had been a bigger eater, but we were more than satisfied with portions to share. Waiter was OK, and bartender was a bit rude, but food was great.
SD
StephanieD
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great New Years Eve dinner at Barcino--great food, service, very fun and pretty affordable for NY Eve! Appreciate that they just had their standard menu and didn't try to make a killing on NYE. Will go again!
MS
MarkS
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good vibe, excellent food, and attentive friendly service.
BP
BossyP
San Francisco
62 reviews
vip
4.0
62 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
New Year's Eve is almost never a restaurant's best night but we were impressed with Barcino for our pre-show dinner. The chef's tapas menu with wine pairing was a great NYE value and the choices were lovely. The wine pairing was exceptional. Service was good, particularly since everyone seemed to have an 8 PM show to make. We will be back!
RB
RoBo
San Francisco
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We arrived for our reserved table just at "closing," but did not feel rushed. (Several tables were occupied when we departed, later.) The Paella (served with dark rice) was available with no restrictions, and (although the menu says, "Up to 40 minutes...") arrived perhaps 20 minutes after ordering. The imaginative small plates were more than enough for 4 of us to share. All in all, we're pleased that, based on prior dinners there, we had recommended Barcino to our friends. The Paella was more than adequate for 4, and would be too much for 2. We shared two small plates, and the total amount of food was perhaps a bit more than needed.
c
cappy
San Francisco
173 reviews
vip
3.0
173 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience4
This was our first time here. The cocktails were great, I liked my red sangria. The food/tapas were average. The presentation, sauces on the food and overall taste were just ok. Not sure I would come back.
EA
EileenA
San Francisco
39 reviews
4.0
39 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience5
Barcino is conveniently located to the Civic Center Arts scene. If you are dashing off to a performance with little time to dine, Barcino's menu of small plates makes "grabbing a bite" literally easy - AND delicious. I loved the hipster crowd - even as one who has aged out of that community. Very relaxing, sexy, and cool destination in Hayes Valley with good picks for meat lovers and vegetarians alike.
IB
ItaliaBella
San Francisco
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Outstanding first dining experience. The cheese plate, pear salad, shrimp and meatballs were delicious! Wait staff great and they get you out before the show. Will definitely be back.
MD
MadeleneD
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy Barcinos before the symphony. Love the food, waitstaff and location. We’ll be back!
AM
AnitaMW
San Francisco
128 reviews
vip
5.0
128 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved our meal, once again, at Barcino. And, more importantly, so did our guests. Our sister in law is vegetarian, and she found plenty of dishes she loved, and they accommodated this in others by leaving dressings, garnishes, etc, on the side for the rest of us. Thank you, Barcino, for making our Hamilton night very special.
l
lois
San Francisco
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
The steak dish was the best entree I've had in SF for a couple of years.
MG
MichaelG
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2019
overall2food2service4ambience3
Overall disappointing portion sizes for the price.Specifically the pulpo dish
RA
RAinSF
San Francisco
224 reviews
vip
5.0
224 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Second time here in a two week period. Just as good the second time! We will keep coming back when our plans take us to Hayes Valley.
b
beachcomber
San Francisco
35 reviews
vip
3.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience4
The food was tasty and nicely presented but the service was not very attentive
RS
RobfromSF
San Francisco
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great vibe, excellent service, INCREDIBLE food, amazing background music, fantastic bartender and host! We will be back!!
LS
LindaS
San Francisco
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food convenient location.
RA
RAinSF
San Francisco
224 reviews
vip
5.0
224 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous! Delicious flavors and a varied tapas menu. Tasty cocktails. Our server, Claire, was professional and helpful. Very sweet. We had plenty of time to catch our show. We will definitely return.
NY
NYFoodie
Orlando
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2019
overall3food2service3ambience4
Food was mediocre at best.
SB
SoBaydinner
San Francisco
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience3
We ordered the patatas, the carabasseta, papatas, verdura, the pop and a bottle of wine. The carabasseta was good, but the rest of the food was OK. I think the place is overpriced but it is closed to the Davis Symphony hall. But I think there are better places in the area.
l
luv2dine
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience4
We had the seafood paella and it was excellent, great crust ont he bottom. The Fall squash sald also excellent.
D
Debr
San Francisco
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun place in Hayes Valley. Nice decor and seating options. Fab gin and tonics! Lots of delicious menu choices. We love the tomato bread, prosciutto and salads. Love the bistec and meatball entrees.
Barcino - Permanently ClosedResponded on November 25, 2019Thanks so much for sharing! We're glad you had a great experience. Come see us again some time!

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Barcino - Permanently Closed is rated 4.4 stars by 561 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Cross street
Gough
Neighborhood
Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a parking garage across the street
Public transit
Civic Center BART, 49,47,21,5, F
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Ryan McIlwraith
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://barcinosf.com/
Phone number
(415) 430-6590
Private party facilities
Semi-private space available for up to 30 guests standing, 24 seated