BISTRO 888

Name: BISTRO 888
Address: 888 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94103
Telephone: (415) 616-6566
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (1786)

$31 to $50

Californian

888 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

8:00 PM

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Good for groups
Hot spot

Contemporary upscale Restaurant and Bar "BISTRO 888" in downtown San Francisco offers a modern Californian Cuisine designed by Executive Chef Norma Whitt. Along with serving delicious entrees using local ingredients, BISTRO 888 offer guests and extensive selection of wines, craft beer, and hand-crafted cocktails.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 616-6566
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Norma Whitt
Private party facilities
We welcome you to enjoy our private dining options. Our team has extensive experience handling events ranging from festive social occasions to professional business engagements. Reach out to our team for more details!
Private party contact
Nathan Linker: (415) 616-6560

Location
888 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Neighborhood
SOMA
Cross street
5th Street
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
BART and Muni Stations close by (Powell Street)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 1,786 people are saying

BISTRO 888 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.0Value

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1,786 Reviews

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Giovanna
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
During a recent client gathering at Bistro 888, located within the InterContinental San Francisco, we were thoroughly impressed by the sophisticated ambiance, exceptional service, and delightful offerings. The lounge's contemporary design, with warm lighting and comfortable seating, provided an ideal setting for both relaxed conversations and professional engagements. The happy hour menu showcased a variety of artisanal cocktails and gourmet small plates. The cocktail selection was equally impressive, with unique options like the Italian Mojito and Eau De Vin, offering a refreshing twist on classic favorites. Service was attentive and knowledgeable, with staff ensuring our experience was seamless from start to finish. Bistro 888's upscale atmosphere, delectable menu, and outstanding service make it a top choice for business gatherings and social occasions. We look forward to returning and highly recommend it to anyone seeking a refined happy hour experience in San Francisco.
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Steve
New York City2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Expensive for what is was. A few hiccups with the service but good overall.
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AJ VIP
San Francisco Bay Area82 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a restaurant within a hotel that unusually also lives up to being a neighborhood favorite. We've even met folks who have dined here for years after work before facing the traffic to get home further afar. Whether you're a local looking for a casual, high quality and reasonably priced meal, or looking for a dinner and/or drinks while traveling for business or pleasure, you'll be happy that you found Bistro 888! Starting with Zoe, a long-time fixture at Bistro 888's bar area, you'll find an excellent, professional and overall wonderful bartender and server! Zoe and others on the team make sure you are served great drinks and receive great service. Then there's the wonderful food. We love the burger and everything we've tried here in the evening. The fine dining adjacent Michelin starred restaurant, Luce, will (sadly) close this month. The restaurant's influence on the kitchen team continues to influence the quality you'll find here. If you are looking for breakfast, you'll also find a long time team who are friendly, professional, likely to remember you, and more. We love the buffet, but I believe they also have À la carte options, but we admittedly haven't taken that route. You can opt to be social by dining at their expansive bar area, or retreat to the dining room where you can enjoy the high ceilings and open space at a regular or high table, or retreat to a cozy booth. We aren't lucky enough to live in town, but have been to this hotel many times over many years and are yet to be let down.
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K VIP
Toronto / Ontario7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding server. Very professional and courteous. Though it was a lunch booking, we were not rushed. He made sure we are served with drinks and have needed time to review the menu. Both tomatoes and mushroom soups were yummy. The salad portion was generous too.
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AJ VIP
San Francisco Bay Area82 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I wish we lived nearby so we could become regulars here! Great professional, long term staff, delicious food, and we often meet interesting people…locals and travelers…when eating at the bar.
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Michael VIP
Phoenix / Arizona16 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hidden gem inside of a very nice hotel. Popped in to have a quick lunch with my wife. The burger was cooked to her perfection, I had the omelette with potatoes and was really impressed. The service was outstanding! Definitely would recommend and return.
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Catherine VIP
San Francisco Bay Area73 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was execellent, I had linguinie & clams & my girlfriend had the sole, she was so pleased as was I. Perfect for girls night out and of course service was spot on. We were not rushed and they were attentive.
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AJ VIP
San Francisco Bay Area82 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent service and food! This hotel is a great place to stay, but the restaurant is also a neighborhood gem! The longtime staff are professional and friendly, and the restaurant shares a kitchen with the excellent Luce, meaning you’re likely to get a great meal! Reliably great place to spend your time, funds and calorie buget🤪
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RRankin VIP
San Francisco Bay Area43 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service. Nice cocktails. Burger was so-so. Too much mushrooms.
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nictan
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delightful spot for a get-together. The staff was super cool and accommodating, not to mention nice and friendly.
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FAQs

BISTRO 888 is rated 4.4 stars by 1786 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 3, 2025

8:00 PM

888 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

Additional information

Cross street
5th Street
Neighborhood
SOMA
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
BART and Muni Stations close by (Powell Street)
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Norma Whitt
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Phone number
(415) 616-6566
Private party facilities
We welcome you to enjoy our private dining options. Our team has extensive experience handling events ranging from festive social occasions to professional business engagements. Reach out to our team for more details!
Private party contact
Nathan Linker: (415) 616-6560

BISTRO 888

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About this restaurant

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Private dining

Private Dining Room

Living Room

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