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Name: La Folie - Permanently Closed
Address: 2316 Polk St., San Francisco, CA, United States, 94109
Telephone: (415) 776-5577
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

La Folie - Permanently Closed

4.8

2642 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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La Folie is a French restaurant located in Russian Hill of San Francisco. Chef Roland Passot, with his wife Jamie opened La Folie in March of 1988. He combines the freshest ingredients in exotic combinations. Each plate leaves the kitchen resembling art-a canvas of color and design that tastes even better than it looks. La Folie continues to be rated as one of the top restaurants, one of the first bay area restaurants to receive a star from the Michelin Guide, 4 stars from the San Francisco Chronicle and 4 stars from San Francisco Magazine. In celebration of 21 years, The Passots have expanded their bar into a lounge located next door, perfect for before or after dinner drinks.

We thank all of our guests for voting La Folie.

Best French Restaurant - 7x7 Magazine
Best French Restaurant - San Francisco Magazine
Best French Restaurant - SF Weekly
Best Restaurant - Eater SF

Merci!

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
French, Contemporary French, French American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm LOUNGE HOURS Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(415) 776-5577
Website
http://www.lafolie.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Roland Passot
Private party facilities
We offer 4 star French Cuisine in our ambient restaurant or intimate private room. Executive Chef Roland Passot will gladly prepare a custom menu for any occasion. Our Wine Director Georges Passot is available to assist you in selecting wines that compliment your menu.
Private party contact
Susana Bernahola: (415) 776-5577

Location
2316 Polk St. San Francisco, CA 94109
Neighborhood
Russian Hill
Cross street
Union & Green Streets
Parking details
None
Public transit
19 Polk, get off on Polk and Green street. <br />49 Van Ness, get off on Union and walk one block East to Polk street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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RAH205
San Francisco
36 reviews
vip
2.0
36 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience4
I am sad to say that our experience this time, the day before the closing of the doors, was extremely disapointing. I have been supporting La Folie since its opening, dining countless times with nothing but superior service and food. Not the case on Sat the day before they closed their doors. We were a two top and did not complete our meal for over 3 hours. Tables of more came and went. We were told we were in a prime location. Not sure what happened I hope we just fell through the cracks. Had to send food back as well. 750.00plus meal and for the first time dining here feel at a loss on why our expereince was so poor. Wish I could of reporedt differently Good luck to chef in his retirement.
DH
DoraliceH
San Francisco
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a special dinner on the last week of the restaurant's existence. We were greeted and spent a wonderful evening. If the restaurant had more time I would recommend it to everyone as I did for the years that it existed. What a wonderful establishment in Russian Hill for so long. Though sad to see it go, happy that Roland and his family can finally rest some and enjoy other experiences.
M
Michael
San Francisco
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience4
Since they are closing for good this Saturday I am writing this just to get off this page...
JM
JMCK
San Francisco
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
This is not just a spot to eat, it's a dining experience! Every bite is a slice of heaven...so sorry it's closing. Have had many "dining experiences" here...
G
Gemquality48
Central Coast
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are very sad that this wonderful restaurant is closing it’s doors for good on Saturday. We have celebrated every 5th anniversary here and this year, our 25th, was the last. Chef Roland has always created memorable evenings for us with his fabulous food and hospitality and this establishment will be greatly missed. Blessings to him and his staff for a peaceful future.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We will miss La Folie. We're going to be orphans!!
SF
SFfoodie
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excellent as always but bittersweet since Roland Passot will be retiring. We will so miss this lovely restaurant! The loss will leave a huge hole for classic French dining in SF
JM
JuliaM
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The most amazing restaurant and a wonderful experience.
J
Jossea
St. Louis
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional world class French cuisine executed flawlessly by Chef Roland Passot. Attentive and accommodating service along with an extensive wine list composed by Sommelier George Passot. Unfortunately, the establishment is closing after 32 years.
JA
JoAnnJohnD
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of the very best restaurants in The Greater Bay Area and beyond.. The food is sublime, the service is outstanding and Roland Passot is the consumate chef as well as host..Before it closes, you MUST go!!!
MM
MandM
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
So,so sad they are closing. Get there now!
S
Shopgurl
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our favorite restaurant in SF and will miss dining here as it will be closing mid-March 2020.
WL
WilsonL
San Francisco
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my fourth time here and we came for my birthday. This is a special place and will be missed but after over 30 years working, all good things must come to an end. The French fine dining experience is coming to a close on this iconic place. We will miss it dearly. Good luck and best of retirement. You deserve the rest and relaxation after all the years of excellent work! Bravo and thank you for letting us share with you one last time.❤️🥂🥳🍾🎆🤗
B
Butkus
San Francisco
55 reviews
vip
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dining experience.
d
dalancroft
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
So good ... and such a shame it's closing. My only quibble is that it was pricey.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely divine! So happy to be able to dine at this culinary experience.
RG
RoseGardenZorro
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous beyond all expectations! It’s been more than 25 years since we have been there and La Folie did not disappoint. It was not the original 17 courses that we experienced the first time, but the restaurant is closing within a month and needed to streamline their menu...who could blame them? It was a pure delight from caviar to chocolates, don’t bother trying to get a reservation now, they’re all booked until the final night...merci La Folie!
MF
McFoodie
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best. Thank you Chef for coming out to say hello and for all the years. We will miss La Folie!!!
S
Stephanie
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent! Sad he is retiring.
r
robin341
Las Vegas
130 reviews
vip
5.0
130 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Truly fine dining one of the most incredible food presentation with unique foods. We came several times over the years even though we never lived in San Francisco
MD
MaxD
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
An absolutely fabulous night. We selected the four course menu and varied the selections so that we could share. Everything was excellent. Also had the pleasure of having the very last bottle of Chassagne de Montrachet, somewhat befitting the closure.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience for my birthday :-)
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, plating, ambiance, everything is amazing. The staff is impeccable (also very knowledgeable, provides great advice through asking about your tastes and preferences), and the chef himself is very talented and passionate. If you’re going with a partner, recommend getting as many dishes as you can to try. Photos posted of the dishes I tried (all recommended!). My boyfriend also got this dish with truffles, and that one was ✨ too. So bummed that he’s retiring, but after 32 years, I wish him, his family and the incredible team there all the best for the next chapter. Thank you for a dining experience I will forever remember.
J
Jojo
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I wish chef the best of luck in retirement and will miss this place immensely!
SF
SFriverguy
San Francisco
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sorry they’re closing- a very unique place that I would go back to
C
Chris
San Francisco
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best. Bisou!
TF
TurkishFoodie
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous dining experience as always. So sad it is closing.
s
sfnative415
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
A memorable experience. Artful presentation. Lovely to meet the Chef and enjoy his masterful menu. The tables are spaced well, not overcrowded. Would love to see the restaurant go on forever - sad that the Chef is retiring and we have such a short time left to experience it again!
V
Virgocook
San Francisco
128 reviews
vip
5.0
128 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We wanted to say goodbye to an excellent restaurant. Everything was perfect from the tables to the menu and the service. So sad that they are closing. Such innovative delicious food. Everything works together and you can’t go wrong with any choice. It’s been a long time since we’ve been to such a nice restaurant that really defines fine dining. Adieu et Bonne chance!
RK
RonK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great place to eat. We arrived a bit early and had a drink next door prior to dinner. The food was amazing at every course.
NS
NancyS
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding!!
RD
RichardD
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb! The finest classic French restaurant in San Francisco. Chef Roland Passot is a treasure.
Y
Yelsew
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I are very sad to hear that La Folie will be closing after all these years. This was one of favorite restaurants and we celebrated many special days here. Good luck to everyone at the restaurant! Best Wishes, Wes N.
WB
WarrenB
San Francisco
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite French restaurant in the Bay Area. We have been coming here for special occasions for many years and Wednesday was our 38th wedding anniversary. Food and service, as as always, were exceptional. But a bitter sweet ending to our love affair with La Folie. We are sad since Roland Passot, chef and owner is retiring after 32 years. He says at 65 it's time to retire and move on. We will miss him and La Folie but wish him well and will always have very fond memories.
s
steph
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I LOVE YOU, LA FOLIE! The food was exceptional as always and I'll dearly miss you!
BE
BEKC
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience2
We have been here in the past and always so enjoyed our experience, but this time our dinner was most disappointing. The service was very slow, only moderately accommodating, and the food was especially sub-par from the presentation. taste and especially the value. All of this perhaps is because the restaurant is soon to close and they are just waiting for the day to come.
LS
LeoraS
New York Area
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are so sad that La Folie is closing. A truly memorable experience every time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always come here every time when visit SF, will definitely miss this place ... good luck and farewell!!
s
steakloversgirlfriend
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We finally had the opportunity to eat at La Folie. It did not disappoint. It's a special occasion restaurant. A must-go before it closes in March.
n
npfa
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
1.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall1food2service2ambience3
I went to dine before they closed, and I’m sad to say that it wasn’t worth it. First, our reservation for two people was nearly 30 minutes behind — the hostess didn’t even tell us how long the wait would be until I asked. We were asked to wait in their lounge next door instead of offering us a seat in their bar area inside the actual restaurant. When it was finally time for us to get seated, it took nearly five minutes to close out our tab in the lounge due to miscommunication between staff about where our check and credit card was. Service at dinner was fine. The food was forgettable, except for my steak that was overcooked. The time between courses was far too long, especially the time between the seafood and meat course — I was ready to leave after waiting over 15 minutes. Overall, a very long and drawn out meal but not because we were having a great time. It was long, boring, and underwhelming.

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La Folie - Permanently Closed is rated 4.8 stars by 2642 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Cross street
Union & Green Streets
Neighborhood
Russian Hill
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm LOUNGE HOURS Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Cuisines
French, Contemporary French, French American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
19 Polk, get off on Polk and Green street. 49 Van Ness, get off on Union and walk one block East to Polk street
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Roland Passot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lafolie.com/
Phone number
(415) 776-5577
Private party facilities
We offer 4 star French Cuisine in our ambient restaurant or intimate private room. Executive Chef Roland Passot will gladly prepare a custom menu for any occasion. Our Wine Director Georges Passot is available to assist you in selecting wines that compliment your menu.
Private party contact
Susana Bernahola: (415) 776-5577