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Canela Bistro Bar, San Francisco, CA

Canela Bistro Bar

4.8 (1593)
$31 to $50
Spanish
2272 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Take a trip to Spain without your passport! Established in 2011, Canela's Spanish and California cuisine has been drawing in locals and visitors alike. Crafted with a mix of ingredients and wines imported from Spain as well as California's bounty, Canela's mix of tapas and paella is made to please. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors with you in mind. Honored to be awarded a Certified Restaurant from Spain by the Spanish Trade Commission, we offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mat Schuster
  • Catering
    We are available for drop off or full staff catering. Ask us about our tapas and paella catering. Our small bites work well for cocktail style receptions. Message contact@canelasf.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a few different options for private dining experiences. Customers can choose either our semi-private front or back areas of the restaurant or the full restaurant. Guests can choose to have a seated, coursed menu or a seated, family style share menu which is a little more casual.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    The Castro
  • Cross street
    Noe St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    One block from Castro or Church Muni stations (K, L, M, J, T) Also two blocks from Noe and Duboce station for N. Multiple buses (22, 24, 23) run within a block distance of Canela.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Paella & Tapas Experience

    $85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our Paella & Tapas Experience! The prix fixe dinner includes, your choice of Paella (Seafood, Chicken, Seasonal Mushroom), 2 tapas to choose from (per person), and dessert (per person)! (One type of paella per table, thanks). Please note; we are a small, neighborhood restaurant and we have a small kitchen which is why our paella availability is limited. We cannot guarentee the paella experience if you change your original reservation time. Paellas can take around 45 minutes as they are made from scratch. Thank you!
    Paella & Tapas Experience Photo
  • a la Carte Paella

    $25.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    This is to reserve a paella a la carte (not the prix fixe). You can choose from chicken, seafood or mushroom paella. Just tell your server! Minimum 2 people. Small paella feeds up to 2 people, large paella feeds up to 4 people. Larger sizes available as well. (One type of paella per table please). Please note; we are a small, neighborhood restaurant and we have a small kitchen which is why our paella availability is limited. We cannot guarantee a paella if you change your original reservation time. Paellas can take around 45 minutes as they are made from scratch. Thank you!
    a la Carte Paella Photo
  • Chef's Tapas Tasting Menu

    $69.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Nine, individual tapas to enjoy! Vegetarian options available. GAZPACHO Tomato, strawberry, bell pepper, shallots, garlic, feta, olive oil, and croutons (df possible, gf possible) BOQUERONES white anchovies in vinegar, olive oil, citrus segments (gf) FLASH FRIED SHISHITO PEPPERS flake sea salt (gf, v) JAMÓN CROQUETAS jamon, chicken, egg, béchamel BACON WRAPPED DATES sheep’s cheese, piparra pepper (gf) PATATAS BRAVAS crispy potatoes, almond romesco, garlic-paprika aioli (gf) PIQUILLO FUNDIDO spinach, shallot, Mahon cheese, strawberry salsa (gf) GAMBAS al AJILLO seared shrimp, fermented black garlic, preserved lemon (gf) PORK EMPANADA olive-oil saffron crust, Spanish cheese, endive salad with yogurt, mint and lime
    Chef's Tapas Tasting Menu Photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Tue - Sat - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us Tuesday - Sunday, 5-6 PM for the best Happy Hour in San Francisco! Enjoy $7 Spanish tapas like braised lamb ribs, crispy patatas bravas, bacon-wrapped dates, croquetas de jamón, and more. Sip on sangria, cava, vermouth, craft beer, and cocktails starting at $6. Want to share? Get our $45 Happy Hour Menu for Two, including five tapas and two drinks. Available at the bar, outdoor seating, and select tables. Experience the flavors of Spain—only at Canela!

    Happy Hour Specials Photo

What 1,593 people are saying

Canela Bistro Bar 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Canela Bistro Bar delights with "amazing food and service" and a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Enjoy standout tapas such as "delicious gazpacho" and "incredible squid ink paella." The "friendly and attentive staff" ensures a memorable dining experience. While some note slower service, many praise the "generous and accommodating" gestures.

1,593 Reviews
  1. Pierre VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I really love this restaurant. The atmosphere is great, it’s animated, the food offers a nice selection of tapas, possibility of tasting menu. The wine list is fantastic with selections of great Spanish wines. The staff is also very attentive and efficient. Hard to find better in SF.

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  2. Thomas

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and delicious food! This is a very good neighborhood restaurant.

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  3. gregory VIP

    San Francisco28 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    food was good, but came out slow even though there were only two tables seated in the empty restaurant. server’s attitude ruined the experience and had to end the meal early to dine elsewhere.
    Canela Bistro BarResponded on April 17, 2025
    Hi Gregory, this is Mat the chef and owner. I am so sorry that you didn't have a good experience with us! I am going to send you a private note to find out more info. Sincerely, Mat

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  4. H. Adrian VIP

    San Francisco22 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The kitchen cannot keep up when they are busy, so you wait a long time for your food. It really makes for an unpleasant experience. While the food is good, it is not good enough to deal with this. I won’t be back
    Canela Bistro BarResponded on April 13, 2025
    Hi H., I am so sorry you had to wait too long for your tapas! So sorry to lose you as a guest. I am going to send you a private message. Sincerely, Mat

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  5. Susan VIP

    San Francisco28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This restaurant is always. The food is consistently good and the service is always friendly. We dine here frequently and always love it.

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  6. Bob VIP

    New York City61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time visit to Canela’s and we were not disappointed! The service, food and ambiance were all wonderful and lived up to the highly rated reviews that brought this small neighborhood restaurant to our attention. Restaurants on Market can be deceiving at times but this one should not be missed! Bravo!

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  7. KayleeS

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Service was a bit spotty (delayed) but they comped us drinks and dessert which was generous and much appreciated by us.

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  8. Lisa

    San Francisco14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we had a fantastic experience, and the food was really good. our server was really kind and brought us ice cream with a candle and an astrology book where we can look up our birthdays. those small details make dining so fun thank you for an incredible experience. The duck meatballs and the tortilla was my favorite 

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  9. Matthew VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Not good tapas, I would feel shame that we could not even find the excellent tapas restaurant in SF & Bay Area.
    Canela Bistro BarResponded on March 16, 2025
    Hi Matthew, this is Mat the chef and owner. I am so sorry that you did not have a good time with us! I am going to send you a private email. Thank you for trying us anyway, and I wish you all the best on your travels in the United States and beyond. Sincerely, Mat

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  10. Cal

    West Palm Beach440 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great tapas tasting with substitutes for dietary needs. Lots of value priced wines and we found one Juan Gil blend we enjoyed. Only negative was a very loud table next to ours, but fortunately they ate quickly and left!

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FAQs

Canela Bistro Bar offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Canela Bistro Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 552-3000.

Canela Bistro Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 1593 OpenTable diners.

Canela Bistro Bar 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.

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  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Francisco
  5. The Castro

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Canela Bistro Bar

2272 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Noe St.
  • Neighborhood
    The Castro
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    One block from Castro or Church Muni stations (K, L, M, J, T) Also two blocks from Noe and Duboce station for N. Multiple buses (22, 24, 23) run within a block distance of Canela.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mat Schuster
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We are available for drop off or full staff catering. Ask us about our tapas and paella catering. Our small bites work well for cocktail style receptions. Message contact@canelasf.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a few different options for private dining experiences. Customers can choose either our semi-private front or back areas of the restaurant or the full restaurant. Guests can choose to have a seated, coursed menu or a seated, family style share menu which is a little more casual.
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