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Original Joe's - San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7
4.7
3686 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.

Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 69 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 775-4877
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Benjamin Figueroa
  • Private party facilities
    Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.
  • Private party contact
    Mariana Leal: (415) 373-6373
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Cross street
    Stockton Street at Union Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is temporarily unavailable at this time. There is metered street parking in the neighborhood, as well as parking garages two blocks away located at 1636 Powell Street & 1625 Powell Street.
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,686 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

3,686 Reviews
  1. WPMenlo

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My college roommate and his wife live in New Zealand and were back in the Bay Area for so we wanted to get together for dinner in SF. Looked at some trendy places and decided to give "Original Joe's" a whirl, despite it being well known among tourists. Everything was great, awesome location in North Beach, seated us right on time for our reservation in a class/retro booth. Service was good, food was traditional (in a nice way), price was reasonable for SF. If you have friends in town or just want a relaxing meal in North Beach, Original Joe's is a great choice.

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  2. VictoriaB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I go to joes on my Birthday every year.Love this place we are never disappointed .good service good food nice atmosphere.

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  3. JessicaW

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great food! Our waiter was a bit miserable which is why I didn’t give 5 stars. Would definitely come back here!

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  4. ElizabethG

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and staff. Enjoyed our evening and a fabulous meal.

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  5. Kossum

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first experience, and we completely enjoyed ourselves! The Cioppino was delightful with a nice light broth. We saw burgers being served to another table. The burger was huge; too big for the bun! We intend to be back to try a burger next time. The bombolinis were light and the spumoni ice cream was yummy!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dining experience! Lindsay/Lindsey was who was helping us and was lovely and attentive. My daughter had the pesto linguine with the prawns, and I had the chicken parm with a side of spaghetti… both great! Ended with the butter cake.. so good!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love coming here when I’m in town. It is a staple for a great experience and the food is honestly the best Italian in the area.

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  8. SusanW

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always feel welcomed and satisfied with our visit to Original Joe's. The petrale sole is fabulous!

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  9. Pops

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    A classic San Francisco institution where the energy is palpable and the ambiance is infectious. Even though the food was nothing to boast about (traditional Italian cuisine with minimal flair), collectively, it was an enjoyable evening.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Food was good, be aware that it is very noisy inside so request an outside table if that is not your thing. Our particular service was good but my cousin was sitting next to a pillar and waiters/restaurant workers would walk in the space between him and the pillar which would be no big deal but they kept running into my cousin without saying "excuse me". Thought that was a little rude. I would come back, just hopefully not seated next to a pillar, and maybe sit outside.

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  11. smoonii

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at this Original Joe’s location 🙋🏻‍♀️, and I decided to try their brunch for a change. Boy, the food did NOT disappoint. Not only was the presentation of the plating amazing, but everything was perfectly done to create that mouth-watering experience. For starters, I had the Bombolini, paired with a cappuccino. I opted to try the Crab Cake Benedict as my brunch item - I’m so glad I did!! Normally, I’m particular about ordering any type of eggs benedict because the sauce and poached eggs can easily make the rest of the food soggy, if not prepared right. That was not the case here. The hollandaise sauce was done perfectly, the poached eggs were on point, and the crab cakes and English muffins were just crunchy enough to mix well with the sauce and egg yolks, without creating that soggy texture. Nothing was overly sweet nor salty, and I left feeling so satisfied and full. Top that off with beautiful decor and ambience, along with a great wait staff, who made sure you had everything you need, this is the kind of experience that makes you want to come back soon!! *chef kiss*

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  12. Th12G

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good!!!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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  14. MikeM

    San Diego

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience3
    A bit loud inside, but tolerable. Service was very good. Veal Marsala was quite tough, not tender at all, quite a disappointment. Wine was good. Will go back but won’t order the veal.

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  15. KevinC

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hadn't been there in a couple years, but everything was better than usual. We all tried each others' entrees, and all were excellent. Our server was wonderful. The prices had gone way up since last time I was there, but did not detract from the overall experience. Thank you much. Kevin

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  16. MiguelE

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was outstanding! The food is SF’s best

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    I had chicken parm which is the size of the entire plate. My niece had a half fettuccine for $15. She said it was one of the best she has tasted. The ambiance is wonderful and I love the booths. The side spaghetti sauce tasted pretty awful. They should consider another marina. The bread is good but would be better if warned. The butter cake is 10/10 top notch! Can’t go here and not order! The location is convenient. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

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  18. Bets

    Tucson

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We wanted to have a good meal at a longstanding SF restaurant and landed here on a Sunday afternoon. It was a treat to see they were serving Brunch. The restaurant had that rich old school warm Italian feel to it with the red booths and the white table clothes. The staff from the hostesses to our servers were wonderful and took great care of us. We ordered some cocktails (Seasonal Spritz - YUM), a Jumbo Prawn Cocktail to share along with our brunch entrees (crab cake Benedict was fantastic). The MUST on the brunch menu are the Bombolini, I mean who can resist a fresh jelly donut? Between the excellent service, our food and the all around vibe of this place we had a GREAT experience. Next time I am in SF I am definitely stopping in for dinner, as the menu looks fantastic.

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  19. 2bigdogs

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    The waiter was excellent. The food was good, but not great. I wouldn't say we'd think to come here for a great meal.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service1ambience4
    Normally everything is great. This is one of my favorite places but this time we got a waiter who didn’t want to be there and it changed our normally pleasant experience. He got our order wrong several times. I will say the other waiters did try to assist.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great service. Great atmosphere…old school American / Italian with booths. Reasonable prices. LOUD though.

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  22. Bradythedog

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, vodka pasta is a must. Crab Louie salad was a showstopper!

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  23. bill

    San Francisco

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Although they were busy we got terrific service from our waitress. Food terrific as always.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this spot! It's pretty much in the middle of everything. Can never go wrong with the food and drink. Always great service.

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  25. LoriT

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience5
    Our son lives Original Joes and we celebrate all his milestones here. Today was college graduation- food away as it always is - good. Service was not great with an inattentive waiter who didn’t bring many easy requests (literally bread and water) and was then weirdly familiar. We will be back and hope for a different wait person

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  26. LindaQ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The location was lovely and everyone was sooo nice and our food was excellent.

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  27. JayD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Original Joe’s is excellent…it’s got it all dialed in. Yet another great meal, with rich established ambiance and comfort.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food! Book early if you want to come because they fill up quick. I love the music too! I had the seared scallops with risotto. I also had the clam chowder.

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  29. Urbane2014

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure to dine here. Good value and a SF classic. Best Manhattan in town!

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  30. Lorie

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Excellant food, service and table with great friends but the noise level was too much.

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  31. KailaL

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Martin was amazing! He provided above and beyond service! The food was delicious-one of the best salads I've ever had and the best jelly donuts for dessert. Best restaurant we experienced during our trip to the city.

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  32. LeslieL

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Suburb experience! Excellent service with great recommendations. The food was amazing!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Martin was an outstanding server. His extensive knowledge and warm personality made for a great experience. We had the House Specialty Lasagna and the Spicy Rigatoni and would definitely recommend both. Also you can not leave without trying the butter cake.

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  34. GoodEats

    Central Coast

    90 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    First time here, loved the atmosphere and the food was good.

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  35. MarkL

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    One of my favorites, Love had food and service! We will be back soon !

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  36. CraigJ

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time dining at Joe’s and it was fantastic. The bar and bartenders were great as well as our waiter Guillermo. The prime rib and chicken parmigiana was a huge portion and quality was excellent. Nothing but good things to say about my new favorite place!

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  37. Jon53

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    The food was good, especially the chicken marsala sauce. Our waiter was excellent. However, we had to wait for 15 minutes to get our table even though we had a reservation and we were on time. I'm not really sure what reservation means if you aren't seated at your reservation time.

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  38. RWHintheOC

    Orange County

    17 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Very bland. Veal was over cooked, pasta was also over cooked. Would not return.

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  39. MarjaB

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Great atmosphere, good wines, execellent service, average food

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  40. JosephT

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    We love the space and the ambience. Our server was responsive and engaging. He may have got a little swamped as the night went on. The food was excellent, really enjoyed the cioppino, the broth was unique. I think our time at original Joe's would have been much more enjoyable, if we weren't distracted by the smash and grab that happened right outside the restaurant, which clearly isn't the fault of the restaurant, although it's worth knowing that myself, and probably others became very anxious about their vehicles after this happened. I left my booth five or six times throughout the night to check my car around the corner, and I actually ended up bringing everything I could out of the car into the restaurant. Skipped dessert and I had my family, take it to go. It's a terrible problem the city has, and one that will definitely affect business sooner or later. Although I have to say I was impressed that Joe's was still bustling and busy. But as a business owner, I would've been mortified for my guests sitting outside that had to witness the smash and grab first hand right in front of them while they were eating. We will be back, we loved the experience, maybe will Uber next time.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Original Joe's - San Francisco offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 775-4877.

Original Joe's - San Francisco is rated 4.7 stars by 3686 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 69 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Original Joe's - San Francisco

601 Union Street, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stockton Street at Union Street
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is temporarily unavailable at this time. There is metered street parking in the neighborhood, as well as parking garages two blocks away located at 1636 Powell Street & 1625 Powell Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Benjamin Figueroa
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 775-4877
  • Private party facilities
    Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.
  • Private party contact
    Mariana Leal: (415) 373-6373
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