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Foreign Cinema
4.8
8940 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian
2534 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Make a reservation
2 people
May 4, 2025
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Good for special occasions
- Great for outdoor dining
- Lively
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesCalifornian, Mediterranean
- Hours of operationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefGayle Pirie & John Clark
- Private party facilitiesWe provide distinctive private dining spaces for up to 350 guests, from intimately sized cocktail events, to large, formal seated events. Our chefs personalize each menu, matching, seasonal and market availability with guests’ special preferences.Inquire via email, janine@foreigncinema.com
- Private party contactJanine Jacobson: (415) 648-7600 ext. 124
- NeighborhoodMission District
- Cross streetBetween 21st and 22nd Streets
- Parking detailsWe recommend parking at the Bartlett Garage located on 21st St between Valencia and Mission.
- Public transitMUNI: 14 Mission bus; BART: 16th & 24th/Mission station; Mission-Bartlett Garage: 3255 21st Street San Francisco, CA 94110
- EntertainmentWe show a film starting at dusk only in the outdoor patio dining room. This is to provide a lovely ambiance, dialogue is not audible. While we take into consideration all requests for courtyard seating none are guaranteed.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Guest Chef Series: Bruce Hill
May 8, 2025 onlyOur Guest Chef Series is a collaboration with remarkable chefs who have made their mark in San Francisco Bay Area culinary history. Bruce Hill is a celebrated chef and restaurateur known for his passion and innovative cuisine. His mark in San Francisco is unsurpassed with world class dining destinations such as Zero Zero, Bix, Piccino, Waterfront Restaurant, Pizzeria Picco, and Oritalia. Join us to experience and taste the memorable flavors of these distinguished culinary leaders. These are non-ticketed events with an à la carte menu.
Mother's Day Brunch 2025
$70.00 per person
May 11, 2025 onlyFor Mother's Day Brunch, we are offering a celebratory 3 course prix fixe menu for $70 per adult & $35 per child (price does not include beverages, tax, or gratuity). There are multiple selections for appetizers, signature brunch main courses, and desserts with vegetarian and vegan options available. This is the only menu available, à la carte options are available at our bars only on a walk-in basis. We have a 48hr cancellation policy for Mother's Day Brunch, it is $30 per person if cancelled after 5pm on Friday May 9, 2025.
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FAQs
Foreign Cinema offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 648-7600 ext. 0.
Foreign Cinema is rated 4.8 stars by 8940 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
2 people
May 4, 2025
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
2534 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross streetBetween 21st and 22nd Streets
- NeighborhoodMission District
- Hours of operationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesCalifornian, Mediterranean
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsWe recommend parking at the Bartlett Garage located on 21st St between Valencia and Mission.
- Public transitMUNI: 14 Mission bus; BART: 16th & 24th/Mission station; Mission-Bartlett Garage: 3255 21st Street San Francisco, CA 94110
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefGayle Pirie & John Clark
- EntertainmentWe show a film starting at dusk only in the outdoor patio dining room. This is to provide a lovely ambiance, dialogue is not audible. While we take into consideration all requests for courtyard seating none are guaranteed.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number
- Private party facilitiesWe provide distinctive private dining spaces for up to 350 guests, from intimately sized cocktail events, to large, formal seated events. Our chefs personalize each menu, matching, seasonal and market availability with guests’ special preferences.Inquire via email, janine@foreigncinema.com
- Private party contactJanine Jacobson: (415) 648-7600 ext. 124