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The Stinking Rose, San Francisco, CA

The Stinking Rose

4.1
4.1
5240 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Garlic rules at this world famous North Beach restaurant where dining is an experience for all the senses. Charming private dining areas with unique decor: hanging Chianti bottles, glowing candles, cozy booths and chandeliers. Tureens and sizzling skillets of seafood tantalize and thrill...follow your nose to The Stinking Rose!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 781-7673 ext. 1
  • Website
    http://www.thestinkingrose.com/
  • Payment options
    Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    J. C. Becerra
  • Private party facilities
    We have three private dining rooms: Washington Square can accommodate 22 people, the Chianti Room can accommodate 54 people, and the Chuck Kennedy Room can accommodate 65 people. The entire restaurant can accommodate 300 people.
  • Private party contact
    Peter Demarest: (415) 781-7673 ext. 740
  • Location
    430 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133-3902
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Cross street
    Broadway
  • Parking details
    Street parking can be difficult. There are city lots located on Vallejo between Stockton and Powell.
  • Public transit
    Muni Lines: 8BX, 45 and 41
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,240 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 1.8Value

Noise • Moderate

5,240 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Ordered the ribeye based on the server’s recommendation. Wanted to order the prime rib. Steak was well done when I ordered medium rare. Didn’t say anything it for $41.99 I think it should be cooked correctly.

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  2. MMSF

    San Francisco

    62 reviews

    2.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The best thing I can say about The Stinking rose is that the service was good; our server was pleasant and attentive. The food was okay but not worth the price. Prices were similar to many other San Francisco restaurants, but the food was not nearly as good as the general standard in the city. The bread rolls did not taste fresh and seemed a bit stale. The linguine with shrimp was decent, but not worth the price. Same with the lamb shank that my husband ordered. I did not like the booths that we were seated in, with their tent-like covers. I felt claustrophobic in the small booth.

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  3. RodilH

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I ordered the Prime Rib 28oz, worst prime rib I’ve ever had. Tough, hard to cut too man tendons. For the price was terrible, especially when it was my birthday dinner event. Never again I would go, terrible experience.

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  4. Chicagoeater

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Had the lamb and waiter recommended a nice wine pairing.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2020

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Staff non attentive, the restaurant was empty. We went on the Big Bus Tour recommendation. Food was basic, very garlicky yes, which was why we went but nothing special and really overpriced. We only had 1 meal more expensive on our holiday which was Gordon Ramsay's Hells Kitchen so not great value I'm afraid. Won't be back.

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  6. KristieM

    Cleveland

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Slow service

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Dated atmosphere, low quality ingredients and disappointing experience.

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  8. ChristaH

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    quirky restaurant, with heavy emphasis on garlic. Not necessarily far out of the box dining but good straightforward dining. You will need breath mints the next day :)

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  9. RossE

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistent great food if you love all things garlic. The staff are accommodating and friendly. My medium rare ribeye was a bit beyond well done. No longer my favorite place to eat.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you like garlic.. This is definitely the place! Fresh garlic pesto with warm bread and extra to put on your entree. I didn't try the garlic ice cream but have been told it's excellent. We made reservations and we're seated as soon as we arrived. Husband had the large ribeye and I the lasagna 😍. A must when visiting San Francisco 👍

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Google Map for The Stinking Rose

430 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133-3902

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Broadway
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking can be difficult. There are city lots located on Vallejo between Stockton and Powell.
  • Public transit
    Muni Lines: 8BX, 45 and 41
  • Payment options
    Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    J. C. Becerra
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thestinkingrose.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 781-7673 ext. 1
  • Private party facilities
    We have three private dining rooms: Washington Square can accommodate 22 people, the Chianti Room can accommodate 54 people, and the Chuck Kennedy Room can accommodate 65 people. The entire restaurant can accommodate 300 people.
  • Private party contact
    Peter Demarest: (415) 781-7673 ext. 740

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