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Blind Butcher, San Francisco, CA

Blind Butcher

4.4 (566)
$31 to $50
Californian
4058A 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94114-2534

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Nestled in the Castro District off Eighteenth and Hartford, Blind Butcher San Francisco features an urban setting that is modern and sophisticated, yet stunningly warm and inviting. The globally inspired New American menu features hand cut prime steaks, bountiful seafood and local organic produce. From small to big bites each dish highlights an inventive flair for marrying diverse flavors with natural organic ingredients into a gastronomic delight. Our wine program offers a superb variety that inspires daring pairings at prices that encourage exploration. Our professional staff is dedicated to crafting a memorable dining experience for our guests, and they share a commitment to quality and a passion to serve you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Coskun Abik
  • Neighborhood
    The Castro
  • Cross street
    Hartford St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 566 people are saying

Blind Butcher 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blind Butcher offers an enticing dining experience with "exceptional food" and creative twists on classic dishes. The atmosphere blends "laid-back and upscale" vibes, paired with attentive service that feels like being hosted by friends. Standouts include the ribeye, lobster mac, and "wonderful" service. Perfect for special occasions or casual nights out.
566 Reviews
  1. Todd VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional with a creative twist. Service was great. Love the atmosphere.

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  2. Lisa

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been several times. Constantly delicious, with great service.

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  3. David

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Dinner was wonderful, as always. Service was somewhat slow!

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  4. David

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The pistachio goat cheese appetizer is amazing. It's so sweet (but not too sweet), it's like getting dessert first. I had the filet mignon cooked medium, and it was a nice thick, tender cut that tasted delicious with its accompaniments: tender potatoes, tomato, and onion; a rosemary-thyme marinade; and a selection of spices for dipping. Wonderful. It's a very small restaurant with tiny tables, but that's not unusual in San Francisco. The service was very attentive.

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  5. Audrey

    Los Angeles1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Very disappointed in my first, and will be my only, experience to Blind Butcher. The quality of the food does not match the pricing. I love giving restaurants the flowers and compliments they deserve, but our experience was subpar. I called ahead of our reservation that we were going to be late due to traffic, and the person that answered the phone said that they appreciated us letting them know and they were fine with it. I noted on our OpenTable reservation that we were celebrating my boyfriend's birthday, and when the host seated us, he wished him happy birthday and said "that's the only reason why I didn't give up your reservation"... very off-putting and passive aggressive. I also noticed that other tables were given birthday shots or birthday dessert, and the same treatment was not given to us, and the host knew it was my boyfriend's birthday... almost intentionally excluding our table (or at least how it felt). The food was heavy, but not flavorful. I would say that the drinks were good, I recommend ordering The Castro and The Butcher Old Fashioned. The wagyu burger was cooked unevenly and overcooked. The only food we enjoyed were the truffle fries. The food lacked flavor/seasoning. I would say that this place would be a cool spot for JUST drinks and maybe apps. But I personally won't be going back. Hope future patrons have a better experience than we did.

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  6. Natalie

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, excellent service. Loved the jazz music!

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  7. Mya

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was great and food was amazing. Highly recommend to everyone. 

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  8. Hervé

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very delicious and quality product that are used for the dishes, thank you 😊

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  9. Heather VIP

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dinner dishes were very delicious. We had a wonderful time and would love to come back for brunch!

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  10. Jackeline

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Waiter was trash didn’t tell me I had to ask for steak sauce before the kitchen closed was really upset rushed us to take our order and barely checked on us! Wouldn’t go again

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Blind Butcher is rated 4.4 stars by 566 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Blind Butcher

4058A 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94114-2534

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hartford St
  • Neighborhood
    The Castro
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Coskun Abik
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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