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

Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.8
4.8
3749 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 59 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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 3,749 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

3,749 Reviews
  1. Melissa

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience. It was the perfect place to take my family of picky eaters visiting from out of town. The food was delicious as always and our server was fabulous making it extra special for my niece's 10th birthday with a surprise piece of confetti birthday cake.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Charming old school Italian restaurant - the ambiance is very classy. Food was excellent and service was exceptional

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  3. AlanE

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have had many meals at Original Joes over the past few years. We've taken visitors there. Have never had a bad experience. Have also just sat at the bar for drinks. Their Irish coffee is as good as, and possibly a tad better than at Buena Vista.

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  4. MarkJ

    San Diego

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant! Excellent food and service, and ambience. Can’t recommend it highly enough. Terrific dining experience!

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  5. Brad

    San Francisco

    90 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The absolute best, period. Food, wine, service, ambiance are outstanding.

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  6. sonomastan

    San Francisco

    165 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    165 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Old world San Francisco space that is easy to delight. Salads were terrific, veal only good. Deserts were excellent. Not cheap but worth an upscale visit if you are in the area.

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  7. Stephanie

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    The waiter didn’t come to ask what we needed after each order (drink, appetizer, main course, dessert) we had to signal for him to come but then he served us quickly, which was great. No big deal but that felt a little off. Everything else was perfect.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Honestly, one of my favorite dinners in San Francisco! Amazing food, service, and ambience. Even though it’s a special occasion restaurant, it was still more reasonable then many other spots in true city. I will be returning!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Yosemite

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My gosh how wonderful a place - can you open one in my town 2000 miles east? Keep the the great work!

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  10. Nocooking

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful caring service from the staff. Loved the food and ambience. A little loud but fun!

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  11. NicoleM

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, and one of my absolute favorite restaurants to go to when SF!

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  12. TomS

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience3
    Joe's consistently hits the mark with food quality and service. It helps if you know your way around the menu.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal and our server did a fantastic job! We love coming to Original Joes

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  14. AntzinCV

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I made reservations for my pre-birthday birthday dinner. Joe’s always delivers! They were already decorated for the holiday, so it was really nice and it was quite busy for Wednesday night. Probably because of APAC.  Of a food is always good, and the service is always fantastic. Highly recommend Joe’s.  We had calamari and Caprese salad for appies- the calamari is absolutely amazing! 

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great atmosphere, food & service. Way too loud to have a conversation without feeling like you’re having to yell, but that won’t defer me from going back!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Everyone was delightful at Joe’s this afternoon, and made it a very special birthday celebration for our cousin!

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  17. RemiP

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love coming here, eating the delicious food, the ambiance, the servers. We will repeat coming here.

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  18. RaymondN

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meatballs appetizer and pasta! Service was excellent. Will come again if in SF again.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Very noisy, hard to have conversation, food took a while, husbands pork chop dry and he didn’t finish it. Waiter very friendly. Ambience nice but loud.

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  20. Kris

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hands down our favorite go to restaurant in SF! The service is always consistent and Roger the manager on duty last night was very professional and personable! The food NEVER disappoints! Gluten Free pasta is very good too! We can’t wait for them to come to Walnut Creek!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always one of my favorites! My “go to” for Date night and out of town guests.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Table 416, who would’ve known? It was great, quiet, somewhat secluded right in the center of everything. Food was great. Didn’t hurt that a couple of extra Proseccos were poured by mistake and then offered to us for the taking. Joe’s filet of sole with sautéed spinach, always incredibly delicious! Same with the roasted 1/2 chicken, only at this location and as good as it gets (maybe Zuni at twice the price).

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  23. ChristineP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We arrived early and had a drink in the lounge. Great atmosphere. When we were seated in the dining room we noticed we were under an air vent and they quickly found us a better location. Our server was friendly and helpful. My pork chop was cooked perfectly and my friend loved her pesto pasta. Definitely recommend!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Sinaloa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were shown to a great table on the main floor and the server was Michael fortunately whom we have had on previous occasions. As we usually order cocktails but wanted to try their wine selection, Michael was attentive to finding us the perfect wine. I ordered the eggplant parmigiana with a side of spinach. We ate such lovely portions that there was no room left for their delicious desserts. Next time!

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  25. JilF

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We loved the food, ambience and service. Only thing is that I mentioned it was a birthday celebration. The hostess said "happy birthday" to my partner but the waiter did nothing acknowledge it. A little bowl of ice cream or something would have been nice.

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  26. CraigJ

    Sacramento

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, drinks & Service are the best!! Always a great experience at Joes!!

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  27. AlbertC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Old School North Beach Italian Restaurant. Good service, good food. Loud, high energy place.

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  28. June

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate outside so noise wasn’t a factor. My guest wanted Filet Mignon for weekend lunch and, though not on the menu, the kitchen accommodated and cooked it perfectly. I had a perfect BLAT. Guest finished off with an also perfect tiramisu. Our waitress was sweet, efficient and fun. A good day!

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  29. RobG

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Arrived 20 minutes early and advised table not ready but would text us. Took 20 minutes to get a drink in bar. Still no text so went back to check In desk. Our table was ready but they forgot to text us. After being seated for 20 minutes and no wait person to take order i complained to manager who took our order. 5 minutes later a waitress came over to take our order ! No communication or apparent processes in place here. This isn't the first time we received this poor service here...but it will be the last!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and good portion sizes. The steaks come with a full bowl of home made ravioli that is as good as my grandmas!

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  31. baculum

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    I really want to like this old school joint but it’s just not quite good enough for the price

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  32. MelodyH

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    We dine at the SF and Daly City locations and this most recent visit we were disappointed in the food. My husband almost always orders Chicken Marsala and his dish did not have any flavor nor could you taste the marsala. My pesto linguini was fine and our guests had the swordfish and it was overcooked. Our other guest ordered the Joe's Special and it was tasteless. I will think twice about coming back with so many other options in North Beach.

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  33. RobertA

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were good. Don't remember restaurant being this noisy in the past. So loud we could hardly hear each other right at the table

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  34. JulieP

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We could have chosen any italian restaurant in San Franscico and we are so glad we chose Original Joe's! Amazing service, calamari was outstanding and our pastas superb.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience! Must go if you haven’t already been 🙌🏾

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  36. BayAreaFoodEnthusiast

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everyone we encountered was so friendly and professional. The host was so empathetic and accommodating after I called telling her I was running late due to bad traffic (5 car injury accident, 3 lanes closed) on the freeway. Our waitress was especially attentive and was able to pick up on when we needed something without us having to flag her down or wait. The other wait staff were very attentive as well, to clean our table, refill water, and box our leftover food. I also indicated on my OpenTable reservation that I was dining for a birthday, and without even notifying our waitress, she came out with our dessert with a candle lit and sang happy birthday with us. I'll be honest, I haven't seen impeccable service like this in a while, and it truly made our evening extra special. The food and drinks were amazing, and we thoroughly enjoyed our meal. This restaurant seems to have an amazing work culture with it's staff, and it shows. It was worth every dollar we spent on this. I will definite be back to dine again!

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  37. CarmenM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service! Went back a second day!

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  38. SharonT

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent, n very taste. The waiter was very polite.

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  39. Isaiasp

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Quick service and polite workers and great steak and Irish coffee!

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  40. Dennis

    San Francisco

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love to eat at Joes. Great food and service. One thing they can improve is their hosts, no big deal , but at Westlake they at least greet you with a smile.

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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 4.8 stars by 3749 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 59 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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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