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Causwells, San Francisco, CA

Causwells

4.7
4.7
371 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Established in 2014 and reopened in 2022 with a reimagined interior, seasonal menu, and unique cocktail program, Causwells is a neighborhood American bistro rooted in the northern California style of cooking. Chef Adam Rosenblum draws from his diverse background to create a comforting menu that spotlights local, seasonal ingredients influenced by classic American dishes, European inspiration, and the American South. The cocktail menu from Beverage Director and Managing Partner Elmer Mejicanos redefines the American bistro, pulling inspiration from reimagined classics to seasonal offerings, to tableside experiences. Stop by Causwells’ new art deco-inspired space to enjoy a deliciously unique cocktail and smash-style Americana Cheeseburger – some say it’s the best in the country!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 25 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (415) 447-6081

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Adam Rosenblum

  • Neighborhood

    Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

  • Cross street

    Divisadero

  • Parking details

    There is street parking and a lot for parking on Pierce between Chestnut and Lombard. It is two blocks away

  • Public transit

    There is a stop for the 30 line a half of a block away.

  • Additional

    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 371 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    American

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  1. StaceyI

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious and our server was excellent. Cute little place, well priced
  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot, wonderful service, and nice to see they have cocktails now that were top notch. One of my favorite spots
  3. Morsell

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    I'd head back to Causwells for a casual night out, but certainly not for a special date night. We found it to be quite loud and close quarters. The food was tasty, but not exceptional. The service was a bit lacking - no one checked on us during the meal or filled our water carafe; while walking us to the table, the host left us standing awkwardly and stopped to have a detailed conversation with a patron who used a bar stool at a table. As non-drinkers, I was disappointed with the inflexibility of the restaurant to make mocktails from the regular menu, as we were told their cocktails are all pre-batched with alcohol.
  4. DanB

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had dinner with a colleague on a Tuesday night. Service was great, cocktails and food were both excellent.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Stopped in San Francisco on our way to Lake Tahoe and really enjoyed our food. We had made a reservation, but when we arrived we changed our mind and ordered it to go so we could get back on our road. Deandre was very nice and accommodating. Burger was better than any burger we’ve had in LA so we’re happy we made the stop.
  6. EvelynC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place! Dog friendly. I come here every Sunday.
  7. Tiff

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The drinks were beautiful and tasty. Food was good and good vibes! Service was top notch!
  8. Sonal

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The drinks, food and service was top notch!! The server was so pleasant and happy! So nice to come here w/ friends! Will be back again!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Such great energy from the entire team! We had such a fun time.
  10. MichelleH

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Causwells has delicious food, friendly and attentive wait staff and great ambiance. It’s a great place for a date or catching up with a friend. It’s not too loud, so you can actually hear each other!
  11. DanN

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    Our server was fantastic. Incredibly friendly and accommodating - we really thought he did an amazing job, so it is difficult to write a negative review like this however the GM was so incredibly and unnecessarily rude to us from the moment we arrived I can't help but say something. When we arrived we went looked for our party who arrived 5 minutes before us and were stopped at the door by the sour-looking GM. GM - "Woah woah woah, can I help you?" Me - "Our party is already here. We were looking for them." They gave us an eye-roll and then immediately ignored us to have another conversation with an employee. Off-putting and rude, but not terrible - we brushed past them and found our party. Drinks were good. Food was fine - nothing too amazing. I wouldn't even comment on the food if it wasn't for what happened an hour later. The moment we were taking our last bites, the GM brought our server over and let him know in front of us that we needed to leave. It was 7:50PM and another party had an 8PM reservation. We were all taken aback by how rude and unnecessary this was. It is not uncommon to have a time limit at a restaurant, but usually it is mentioned with more tack and grace - which this person was clearly lacking. I doubt they could have ever been a server with that kind of attitude. Our reservation was for 6:45PM, a 90 min - 120 min is normal for a time limit - but to be strong-armed to leave at just over an hour is crazy. On the way out one of my party complained, to which the GM barked, "You were late for your 6:30 reservation." Not true, showed her the evidence on the OpenTable app - to which they ignored us one last time. This person just seems to be looking for confrontations with guests - this can't be the only incident. May I suggest the next management opportunity for them? Waffle House
  12. MarianaL

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great and super friendly service. The food was super tasty and the waiters gave lots of info and suggestions that we appreciated. It was a really good first time experience!
  13. LaurelynW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The hamburger was excellent. The cauliflower soup was superb. I sat at the bar and the bartender was very nice and provided great service. I will absolutely return.
  14. DonnaR

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food, tried some interesting new dishes.
  15. hms1

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome twists on some classical food. Cocktail program is great. Happy hour martinis and oysters were solid.
  16. TimothyB

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience1
    Great meal and service but it was far too cold! It felt like I was dining outside!
  17. ColinR

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great neighborhood spot. Refurbed relatively recently and have a new menu. Great cocktails and happy hour prices on pre-moixed cocktails and oysters.
  18. AndreB

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good food, especially the French toast bites. Judy who managed our table is the best: attentive and kind. Good place to go for brunch or dinner.
  19. FrankC

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Very slow service for Sunday brunch, a simple order took maybe 45 minutes to come out. Each item we ordered tasted may but nothing really stood out, flavor wise. Portions were small. For example, the ube milk cocktail we ordered was dominated by a huge ice cube. The pics on their Website looked amazing and we had high hopes for an outstanding experience but felt it was just meh.
  20. DanF

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience1
    We went to Causwells for Sunday Brunch. The menu was limited - there were little or no typical breakfast-like items. That said, what we did order (breakfast sandwich) was quite good. The big problem was the noise level. They have speakers all over blasting booming music. Our server couldn't hear us and we couldn't understand him. My suggestion would be to sit outside if possible where it will be much quieter and you'll be able to talk to the people you're eating with.
  21. SFOtoNYCtraveller

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Still the best thin burgers in SF. Also tried French Toast bites and chilaquiles fir the first time as shared plates and was very happy with them
  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service & food. Excellent experience.
  23. Vince

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. I always get the burger, which is incredible, so I can't comment on the rest of the menu. Service was excellent and fun. Great cocktails. Wish they had a better beer menu but they're more about cocktails and wine, which is fine.
  24. JanetS

    San Francisco

    130 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    130 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place - great service, great menu, great cocktails, great food, great outdoor seating, great heat lamps!!! All round great experience!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The oysters and cocktails were fantastic as were the deviled eggs. The Brussel sprouts are also really special and delicious. The burger was just ok. Our waiter and all the staff were personable and definitely make this a place you want to go. It’s noisy and vibrant. Even if you don’t live in Cow Hollow, you should check it out.
  26. HvnCnW8

    Washington DC

    38 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great burgers and casual business dinner!
  27. CrisC

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Nice brunch spot in the marina. Wish more egg items were on the menu
  28. Ariana

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    I read from multiple sources that Causwells burger is one of the best in SF, what a joke. This burger was over priced and didn't taste good my friend and I split it and after we both said we should've just went to In N Out. I understand they were busy but our lunch took TWO hours because of how slow the service was. Cocktails were good, glass of bubbles we had was delicious and the special of devil eggs with caviar were the highlight of our meal.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    The burger was too salty.
  30. MarcV

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    the oysters were not very fresh - smelled like fish. we returned 6 of 12. the service is good. the interior noise is more suitable for a youngster. the menu is 'meh'; mostly french fries and meat. overall,, i might stop there again if im right next door, but i won't seek it out considering the immediately local alternatives.
  31. CherylL

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed our visit! Right next door to Presidió Theater! Service was amazing and enjoyed the food too!
  32. MelissaG

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious burger & onion stings! The staff was very accommodating when we told them we were on a time schedule to make it to a show! They went above and beyond for us!
  33. hogansfour

    Kansas City

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great all around. Best biscuits and gravy I’ve ever had.
  34. KelliR

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    I wanted to love this place - our server was great and the environment was lovely; like being in someone's living room. Unfortunately my meal (pork belly confit) was a bad experience -- too fatty, and the jonny cake it came with was undercooked.
  35. LSNM

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Of course, The Burger! Our service was courteous, friendly, helpful, informative. For our party of 5, all of our meals arrived together and promptly.
  36. MichaelW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    Good food, good burger and Arugula salad ok with Jambalaya which was ok but may be reheated.
  37. EveL

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and food were outstanding. We arrived a few minutes early, just before opening, and they allowed for us to sit anyway.
  38. Lynette

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place never misses. I usually come for the burger and crispy onion strings 😋
  39. Ginny

    San Francisco

    104 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    104 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Apart from the horrible woman at the reception who made me wait, because she thought erroneously I was a party of 7, it was a good experience.
  40. ChrisM

    Cancun

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    We were there for lunch and were disappointed that the chicken sandwich was not available on the lunch menu. We both had the American burger which was really good, and very big. But there really wasn't anything else on the menu that appealed to us. Despite the restaurant being fairly empty we had to flag down wait persons (standing around and chatting or whizzing by without seeing if you wanted service) more than once.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Causwells using the Order Online button. Causwells also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Causwells also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 447-6081.

Causwells is rated 4.7 stars by 371 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 25 times today
Google Map for Causwells

2346 Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA 94123

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Divisadero

  • Neighborhood

    Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    There is street parking and a lot for parking on Pierce between Chestnut and Lombard. It is two blocks away

  • Public transit

    There is a stop for the 30 line a half of a block away.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Adam Rosenblum

  • Additional

    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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