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House of Prime Rib, San Francisco, CA

House of Prime Rib

4.8
4.8
13986 Reviews
$50 and over
Steak
62 years of loyal customers can't be wrong. We are grateful to all of our customers, employees, and critics (...though we may not always agree!). The only way to find out the truth is with a visit. Oft imitated, never duplicated. Thank you in advance.

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2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 229 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Steak, American

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (415) 885-4605

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Private party facilities

    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.

  • Private party contact

    Management: (415) 885-4605

  • Neighborhood

    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

  • Cross street

    Washington St.

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 13,986 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Steak

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked

  • San Francisco

    Steak

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked

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  1. jackie

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s everything you expect and more. Salad, bread, steak, sides, drinks—all delicious. Great for a family gathering or date night. We love it here.
  2. RamonaS

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Not the HOPR of years past. Prices went up, portions went down…everything was cold.
  3. Katt299

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Our waiter was not attention to detail. My husband asked twice for a beverage and never got it. We have been going to the house since 1971 for our first wedding anniversary.
  4. JamesR

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining at the House of prime rib is an experience. The food is excellent. The ambience and the way food is served is unlike any other restaurant. I would definitely recommend dining here, but be prepared to spend more money than other steak or prime rib houses. But the portions are quite large.
  5. Vacagirlie

    San Francisco

    124 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    124 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Dinner was delicious and the kid’s serving was perfect for the grandkids! They loved it! Service was a little slow but there were a lot of people and our waiter seemed a little over extended. Despite that it was GREAT!
  6. MariaG

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for my birthday. Our very first time. The food and atmasphere was amazing. Ther server I believe his name was Antonio maybe Anton went beyond any server ever has for us. Thank you for the great experience and we look forward to visiting again.
  7. GaryL

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great time the wine cork was way out of line,they need to do something about that. $35.00 cork fee is way to high. That made me think about not going back
  8. sfdiner

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful meal for my birthday, still a classic! Got to try the "secret menu" horseradishes and they were so delicious!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always One of the best places to eat service was fantastic. Food was phenomenal a great experience each and every time. 
  10. EricL

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistent, delicious and always sensational ✌️ Why can’t I keep it short and to the point?
  11. Sheila

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    I’ve been dining here since I was a kid with my family and last night was the first time we’ve had really bad service. The waiter had no emotion with us or even ask if we were celebrating anything with my son clearly wearing a lei for his graduation. Probably the most unfriendly waiter. Never checked up on us or even refill our sodas. In the past, we’ve never have to ask for refills. The only person that checked up on us was the bus boy when were almost done with our meals. The bus boy didn’t even get our refills-we had to flag another waiter. Very disappointing. Our waiter was waiting hand and foot at the table next us because that group was ordering a bunch of alcohol while totally ignoring our table the whole time. Bigger check, bigger tip I guess. Truly a big turn off from a well known establishment. Not worth the price anymore for crappy service.
  12. Jasmin

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lifelong love for this place! Charming atmosphere, great cocktails, excellent customer treatment, fair prices considering the experience, and of course the food is divine. We did feel the teeniest bit rushed, like we had our salad within 5 mins of the reservation time, it was almost too efficient! That has its upsides like being able to accept a later reservation, but I’m just used to the longer drawn out experience of the olden days. Overall I’m still thrilled to go back any time I can score a reservation!
  13. broccoli

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went a little later in the evening and the service was excellent. I had the best slice of house cut I've ever had there!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing overall experience. Prime rib and sides were all top notch. Highly recommend and looking forward to our next visit!
  15. NorCalMC

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I’ve been wanting to try this restaurant for years now based on all the positive reviews from friends and coworkers. I was finally able to secure a reservation 3 months ago which worked for everyone in my group. FYI, we had 5:30pm Friday seating and walk-in customers were told there was a two hour wait. I recommend using their valet parking ($16 flat fee) which is very competitive with parking structures around the area. The highlight of the evening was the House of Prime Rib cut which is aged 21 days and melts in your mouth. The accompaniments include a fresh tossed salad, sourdough bread, Yorkshire pudding, creamed spinach. You also have a choice between mashed or baked potato. I highly recommend going with the baked potato with all the toppings. We wrapped up dinner with a 3 layer fantasy cake (chocolate, chocolate mousse, cheesecake) and coffee. The server was top notch and frequently checked in with us and made sure we had everything we needed through the meal. I should have tried this place much sooner! Will definitely be back.
  16. Dexmond

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Classic SF joint with properly prepared prime rib. Only criticism is that atmosphere and service is a bit frenzied, fast paced, a bit circus-like. I suppose some of that is necessary to keep up with heavy demand for a table here but it takes away from the possibility of a relaxed, mellow, drawn-out dinner.
  17. Sanfranyoli

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alberto was our service and super attentive and nice. Servers are sometimes hit or miss but we hit this time.
  18. Anna

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice, we will be back very soon. I see why it takes so long to get a reservation.
  19. JonS

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service was incredible. If heaven is anything like House of Prime rib, I hope St. Peter let’s me in.
  20. JohnC

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience; a SF institution with wonderful food, great service/ambience & authentic vibe. Definitely not a spot for vegetarians but they do steak really well. Will definitely go back!
  21. CraigS

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a treat to eat at the House of Prime Rib! We are never disappointed, jus wish it was easier to get a reservation between 5 and 7.
  22. Duncan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Restaurant in SF, if you can get a reservation go here
  23. MaddieG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    I love eating at House of Prime Rib and always have a great experience, but this time our server seemed really rushed and acted like he would rather be anywhere else. We felt like a bit of an inconvenience to him.
  24. erica

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Antonio was a consummate professional and the staff operated like a symphony. My parents were so happy and had a wonderful evening.
  25. Skyking

    San Francisco

    97 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    97 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All good, except the salad was a little soggy this time. We like the back room, because it's a little less noisy than the front.
  26. 808Warrior

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you like prime rib, this is the place for you!
  27. KTan

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Manager was very accommodating for our large group. We all had a wonderful time, we all agree to come back again
  28. wrahman

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience as always. The attention and care you receive is very appreciated.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love HOPR and it didn’t fail to impress again.
  30. ErinB

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You already know how great HOPR is, that’s why you’re here 4 months in advance so that you can secure your table! But let me be the millionth person to say it- this is the real deal. We got seated in a back corner with the meat cart and all the action right in front of us! Everyone at our table raved about the perfection of their meals and my husband and I literally fought over the last of his creamed spinach. Even though we were all so full, we shared a crème brûlée anyway and it was a delicious end. Thank you HOPR!
  31. Richmot24

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is not only the best statehouse in America, but the best damn restaurant anywhere!!! Every aspect of this stakehouse is pure perfection!!!! The food, the service and the ambiance is just amazing!!!
  32. Laurence

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Please bring back the bar nuts and cocktail lounge.
  33. Kuffs

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure to enjoy the Prime Rib. Seatings tight but food is great.
  34. RodelD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best place to have prime rib. Even the sides were awesome. Would always come back for dinner. Reservations is key.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice place for celebrating birthday or some other special moment for you!
  36. Wife

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always fantastic service was great food was superb!!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, service and atmosphere! The steak was cooked perfectly and the drinks were strong!
  38. JamesM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Was fortunate enough to find street parking with in a 30sec walk. Prime rib was great as well as the salad and sides. Nice ambiance and drinks. Food didn’t take long to come out. Would recommend but make sure to get a reservation 3 months out
  39. Kelvin

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place always go for birthday celebration and occasionally for dinner date can't beat the great food
  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    Great experience but was so loud we could barely hear each other. The party behind us was screaming and yelling the whole dinner

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

House of Prime Rib offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 885-4605.

House of Prime Rib is rated 4.8 stars by 13986 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 229 times today
Google Map for House of Prime Rib

1906 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA 94109

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Washington St.

  • Neighborhood

    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Steak, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (415) 885-4605

  • Private party facilities

    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.

  • Private party contact

    Management: (415) 885-4605

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