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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on April 24, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Z Cafe is always on point … good food, good drinks, good service … been visiting this place for years & never been disappointed.

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   Carla

   San Francisco

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on April 18, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Restaurant owner is always around to ensure high quality. Waiters are very nice. Salmon is delicious.

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   Dima

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on April 18, 2022

   overall2food4service1ambience1

   Went on a lunch date in the middle of the day because photos on their site were great… what a disappointment! The exterior was graffitied, nobody met me to seat me, the wait staff was either overbearing or absent for prolonged periods of time. The one saving grace was the food. It was really good and I would recommend if they address the issues above.

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on April 3, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive throughout the meal. Food did not disappoint, especially the lobster ravioli. Don’t have a single complaint and will definitely be returning.

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   Mac27

   San Francisco

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on February 26, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   I was searching for a restaurant that was close to the Paramount. The Z Cafe & Bar came up. The reviews were good so I thought I would give it a try. The reviews did not do this place justice. This place was outstanding. We ordered appetizers and the crab cakes literally melted in my mouth and the ribs were falling off the bone tender. Yum! I also had cheese cake - delish. My friend ordered Tiramisu and I tried it and loved it.(And I don’t even like Tiramisu!) I can’t wait to go back! (Oh and the wait staff were superb!)

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   SFFood4Me

   San Francisco

   21 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   21 reviews

   Dined on February 20, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   We loved it - food was so good, drinks off the chart! Our sweet server, he did an awesome job with such a busy restaurant. Keep up the great work team.

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   5 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on February 4, 2022

   overall5food5service4ambience5

   Super friendly, delicious food, great outdoor seating. They kind of forgot about us but it was fine given we were enjoying a long lunch.

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   RobS

   San Francisco

   14 reviews

   4.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on November 21, 2021

   overall4food4service5ambience5

   A gem of a spot with solid food and a great bar! The service is outstanding and the offerings are unique.

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9. EA

   EATS4BB3

   San Francisco

   284 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   284 reviews

   Dined on September 20, 2021

   overall4food3service5ambience5

   They need to work on some of the menu selections, there is a fall off on more than one item. was told ALL the cooks are new so we shall see.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love Lemar!! He’s always the best every time.

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Great food and service. Outside seating area needs to be swept of trash.

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12. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    "Z" Cafe seems to be getting back on track, had Caesar Salad with Grilled shrimp and NO extra fish, was just right and the shrimp were tender. Then Garlic Fries with the "Z" Bacon Cheese Burger (medium rare), fries had LOTS of garlic and the burger was cooked as ordered. Happy Camper.

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13. OC

    OakCyn

    San Francisco

    99 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    99 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    Great neighborhood spot with relaxed friendly atmosphere and fun cocktails

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Loved it! Great food. Great service. Great location with plenty of free parking in the area. New favorite Oakland lunch place!

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15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 17, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    First time here and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The service was excellent from the moment we walked in. I didn’t really enjoy the burger because it was too well done. When I mentioned it to our server, she immediately tried to find another option AND the owner also came out to personally apologize. That level of service deserves recognition. I will be back for sure.

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16. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Had my usual Spicy Shrimp and Salad with Grilled Chicken. Lots of water and a double shot of Tito's

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 10, 2021

    overall1food1service5ambience3

    Terrible terrible food

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18. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Had Ceasars Salad with Shrimp that were perfectly cooked

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2021

    overall1food2service1ambience1

    Our order was taken wrong. Appetizer was forgotten. Food cold due to delay with appetizer. Waitress didn’t write anything down. We had 3 different people serving us even though the place wasn’t that busy. Very noisy. Order arrived wrong as well. Good underwhelming for what we paid. Not fresh. Server never came back for drink refills. Poor experience and surprised it was like this on a non-busy night.

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    JackieB

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service! Our waitress was super-friendly and accommodating. Food was delish.

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    bluecheese

    Chicago

    38 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience3

    Had lunch here with a friend. It's so nice to be able to eat inside again. Tables are spaced out. The menu isn't as huge as it used to and I get the issues. The quality of the food and portion sizes are outstanding. The service is top notch. They even served us bread and butter to start.

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    TopKCat

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Very friendly service, food and drinks were good. Not a destination but if you are in the neighborhood, a great choice. The noise level due to the acoustics was the only down side to the place.

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23. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Eating my way through the menu, only had 2 dishes I did not like. Those were dishes I do not like but thought I would try. STILL do not like them.

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24. BB

    BlaiseB

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Food was delicious. Got good service. Would recommend to friends

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The restaurant took real good care of my group. We were a bit demanding but all of our needs were met beyond expectation!

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    Lemmonisms

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Crab cakes were superb! Everything, including martinis was fabulous with thoughtful fun server and delicious salad, burger, chicken Marsala. Top notch! Lots of room inside

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27. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Finally found a dish I did not like, do not know why I ordered the Chicken Marsala cause I do not like the wine. Everything else was its usual very good.

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Mother’s Day

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29. NB

    NateB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful and clean interior, delicious food, and warm service. I will definitely be coming back to this elevated, yet unpretentious restaurant. Five stars!

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30. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    Tried the Crab Cakes with sauces on the side, very good. Also the Smothered Chicken and the Cheesecake with Strawberries. Usually do not have dessert but this was very good as was the chicken.

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31. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Tried to NOT order the Spicy Shrimp...FAILED. Also had the Blackened Tilapia which was very good. Slowly eating my way through the entire menu.

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32. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Tried the Rocky Chicken Breast Burger (not the chicken patty) T'was very good, also had the Special of the Day which was the Santa Fe salad with Avocado (too much dressing). The Spicy Prawns are always great,

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Came here on a whim after spending the day at the zoo. Our server Misty was fantastic, prompt, and friendly. The bartender (whom I don’t recall his name, but he had cornrows!) made speedy and well balanced cocktails, and would come back for those alone. The food was incredible-I recommend the garlic prawn appetizer and the lobster ravioli! I will definitely be back!

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34. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Had my usual Spicy Shrimp, the new cooks are good, they do NOT over cook the shrimp. Trying something new, the Chicken Picata with Garlic Mashed Potatos. Will have this dish again before moving to something else

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    RobA

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2021

    overall4food4service3ambience3

    Worth a little delay in getting seated, once we were seated service was excellent, food delivered fast and delicious, and an overall very good time.

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36. EA

    EATS4BB3

    San Francisco

    284 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    284 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Had my usual double Titos, Spicy shrimp, Bacon Cheese Burger and a side of Spinach. They have had to hire new cooks and my shrimp dish was better (not over cooked)

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great little gem in the neighborhood. The service was excellent, food was well prepared, very tasty. Our server, Mona, was outstanding . We will be back. In a historically older building . Great architecture. All around an excellent experience.

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38. SC

    SusanC

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 29, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Very loud unfortunately. Vegetables were just ok. Portion good but steamed vegetables are just ordinary.

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    scooter46

    San Francisco

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    As always, excellent food and service. A great neighborhood gathering place!

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    Oaklander

    San Francisco

    100 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2020

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    Good neighborhood comfort food oriented restaurant. Lively bar scene. Courteous and professional wait staff.

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