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Cassava

4.7 (733)

$31 to $50

Californian

401 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Cassava is a French-Californian bistro in the heart of the historic North Beach neighborhood in San Francisco, semi-finalist of James Beard Foundation Award 2023.

The dinner offers 3 experiences nightly of the signature 3 course prix fixe menu, 5 course tasting menu both with beverage pairing options, and also a la carte. Full menu is available at the bar for dining as well.

Wine list focuses on classic region wines including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone with approachability and vibrant expressions. Beverage pairing menus includes wine and sake, and there are always 2 wines selected for "potentially life changing" by the glass to entice everyone.

Cassava is located in the heart of North Beach that is perfect for business team dinners and meetings. The private dining room seats up to 18 guests, and the entire restaurant can seat up to 50 guests and up to 150 for standing receptions.

Brunch is offered on weekends with bistro inspired menu items and the famous Japanese breakfast.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(415) 640-8990
Website
http://www.cassavasf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Kristoffer Toliao
Private party facilities
Cassava is available for group dining events. Please email at hello@cassavasf.com or text 626-419-2190 outside of regular business hours.

Location
401 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
Neighborhood
North Beach
Cross street
Vallejo St
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Parking Garages 1/2 block away on Vallejo St: search for "North Beach Garage" and "Vallejo Garage" on your map app.Stockton St & Columbus AveMUNI 8, 30, 45
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Popular dishes

What 733 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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726 Reviews

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Emilio
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
SF gem. This was their last night but follow them on social to support their next endeavor!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cassava is truly a gem in San Francisco, and my recent visit only reinforced why it’s such a beloved spot. The food was simply outstanding—every dish was beautifully prepared, flavorful, and clearly crafted with care. From the first bite to the last, it was a culinary experience that delighted all my senses. What made the evening even more special was the presence of the owner, who was not only visibly helping her staff but also warmly engaging with every table. She attended to our needs with such genuine care, answering questions about the menu and making us feel like treasured guests. It’s rare to see such dedication and passion, and it elevated the experience to something truly unforgettable. While it’s bittersweet to know Cassava is closing temporarily, I’m counting the days until it reopens. This restaurant is a treasure, and I can’t wait to return for more exceptional meals and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. Cassava, we’ll miss you and eagerly await your comeback! M & W
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Perry
San Francisco Bay Area42 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cassava is one of the best restaurants in San Francisco. Their North Beach location is so warm and welcoming. The service team at Cassava is always so gracious and accommodating. The food is so inventive and just plain delicious. Their standards (Duck Confit, Octopus, Fried Chicken, Cresta di Gallo Pasta, and Heirloom Tomato Salad) over more than a decade just seem to improve with each visit. The curated wine list has always been remarkable. From unique Sake's to Orange Wines, Small French Producer Pinot Noir. Yuka's pairings are always exciting and memorable. Nothing beats Kris' Panna Cotta for dessert. The consistency of his panna cotta is substantial while at the same time silky and always paired with some fresh fruit and a compote plus a little crumble to offset the creaminess of the panna cotta. Thank you Cassava for yet another memorable dinner!
CassavaResponded on November 11, 2024
It was fantastic to have you both here with us as always. It's been wonderful to have you as part of our story, both in The Richmond and now here in North Beach. Thank you for your kind words and encouraging presence.
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Yoko
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We chodr ptrfix dinner to cereblate her birthday. Fried Chiken was so juicy. The Grilled Bass was best match with the recommended sparkling wine. Lastly, desserts were so creative and tasty. We were so sutisfied with everything including meal contents and the service. Thank you.
CassavaResponded on November 3, 2024
It was a blast to be able to help you celebrate. Thank you for being such a wonderful part of our story, both on Balboa and here in the North Beach.
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Steven
San Francisco Bay Area11 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I want to thank everyone at Cassava for a lovely evening. The food was excellent: creative and simple at the same time. The wine selections worked perfectly with the food. And, of course, the service was spot-on and incredibly welcoming.
CassavaResponded on November 3, 2024
It is always great to see you and have you with us. Thank you for your supportive words and presence.
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Emmalie VIP
San Francisco Bay Area54 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the prix fixe meal and enjoyed the heirloom tomato salad. Celebrated my mom’s birthday and it was great. We enjoyed the courses and it was a good price.
CassavaResponded on November 2, 2024
Thank you so much for coming to celebrate your mom's story with us and enjoying our flavors together. Have a great year!
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adam
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley1 review
5.0
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
everything was absolutely fantastic! everyone was very friendly and accommodating, outstanding food and customer service! highly recommend!
CassavaResponded on October 29, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind and glowing review. It was a pleasure to serve you.
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Dorothy VIP
San Francisco Bay Area19 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
everything was good but service could be improved. the flow of service was intermittent- we had to look for our server a couple of times.
CassavaResponded on October 29, 2024
Thank you for visiting us for our French Bistro Brunch and for your kind feedback. We are glad you enjoyed our flavors. I apologize for the inconsistency in our service to you. We'll be sure to be more mindful of this as we work together to improve.
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Ross VIP
Hawaii80 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our dining experience at Cassava was good. Our server Tony was very friendly, courteous and provided great service. We ordered the Spot Prawns as an appetizer and Octopus and Sausage and Rigatoni Provencal as entrees. The food was good but we felt it could have been better as far as taste.
CassavaResponded on October 29, 2024
Thank you for coming to enjoy dinner with us. Thank you also for calling out Tony. He is a remarkable person to work with and we are grateful to have him on our team. If you wish to reach out to us to let us know how we could have tailored our dishes to your palate, we would love to know.
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Robin
San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
very surprised on how this crowded but balmy night to be trying cassava for first time..limited but very varied menu..mussels in wine excellent..grilled octopus very tasty..fish was ok but husband liked its preparation style and the duck was very ordinary..great cocktails and excellent wines..very crowded corner at 601 columbus but was perfect on this balmy blue angels night..dessert menu very limited..bread pudding and peach melba but based on experience food was better than menu description..waitstaff very attentive..honored my requests..
CassavaResponded on October 14, 2024
We are so glad you came to try us out on the evening before the Italian Heritage Festival in North Beach. The atmosphere this weekend is always bustling and celebratory. We sous vide the duck leg for 36 hours with herbs to enhance its natural flavors before finishing for you in our capacious oven. Our address is 401 Columbus (not 601), but I'm sure our great cocktails and excellent wines were very much enjoyed.
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Cassava is rated 4.7 stars by 733 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

401 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Vallejo St
Neighborhood
North Beach
Hours of operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Parking Garages 1/2 block away on Vallejo St: search for "North Beach Garage" and "Vallejo Garage" on your map app.Stockton St & Columbus AveMUNI 8, 30, 45
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Kristoffer Toliao
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Website
http://www.cassavasf.com/
Phone number
(415) 640-8990
Private party facilities
Cassava is available for group dining events. Please email at hello@cassavasf.com or text 626-419-2190 outside of regular business hours.

Cassava

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Popular dishes

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Japanese Breakfast

Slow Braised Lamb Belly

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