Alfred's Steakhouse

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   HerbertJ

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 2, 2019

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   Very inexpensive and very quiet. IT IS CLOSED!!!!!

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   Foodie

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 26, 2019

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   Bar service needs to be polished, an order of a rosemary Gimlet could not be filed. Bar was out of rosemary on a Saturday night? The quality of the beef was excellent. True Prime Beef

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   Amandaheartofgold39

   San Francisco

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 26, 2019

   overall3food5service1ambience2

   The setting is really outdated. The waiter was terrible, took forever to check on the table and kinda rude. The food was good, but they were out of all kinds beer except 2.

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   BrianB

   San Francisco

   4 reviews

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   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 26, 2019

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   I Have been going to Alford since it was on Broadway. About 40 years now. This is the first time I went since they closed and reopened under the original owner. The porterhouse was excellent, the Caesar salad as I remember, I love the small bite starter. I would love to have the option of a baked potato with all the garnish, even if it was an up charge. The service was very friendly, however our waitress was serving a lot of tables, And was hard to get a hold up for water refills etc. She could not have been nicer though. The ambience is wonderful, I’m very happy Alfreds came back even better than before. I’ll be back! Thanks

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   14 reviews

   4.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on May 24, 2019

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   Excellently cooked steaks in a classic atmosphere. Good value for money. Cocktails match the meal.

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   12 reviews

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   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on May 24, 2019

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   Everything was fantastic! The baseball steak was great and Michael our server was an added bonus. Can’t wait to go back!

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   Matthias

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 22, 2019

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   A unique and beautiful establishment as you know it from old movies. Outstanding food and great staff!! Thank you again!

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   BadWitch

   San Diego

   3 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 19, 2019

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   I had been looking forwards to this dinner, and it was rather underwhelming. We won't go back. Ordering was clumsy, they don't allow ordering to share as a table. You must follow either the "full dinner" or "a la carte" options. It felt really awkward as we just wanted to order several things to share. Steaks were overcooked, and service was slow. I understand they have gone under a management change, so perhaps they are still working out the kinks.

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   NicoleG

   San Francisco

   5 reviews

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   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on May 15, 2019

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   Incredible!!! Best bang for your buck in such a romantic and elegant setting. Fantastically delicious steaks, the tenderest filet tips in yummy whiskey mushroom sauce, though each perfect on its own. Being welcomed by the delightful host Al Petri sets the tone for a VERY enjoyable evening! :-)

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    DeniseM

    New York Area

    3 reviews

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    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2019

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    I made a reservation for one as I was traveling for work. I arrived a little early and was seated immediately. After waiting over 15 minutes for a server, I had to get up and find the hostess to tell her. She apologized and took my order. The hostess brought my drink - and then still no server. Finally my flustered server came to the table and apologized, saying they were short handed. The restaurant had a few larger parties, otherwise it was not at all crowded. Service continued to be slow, and I finally received my food, which was ok, but nothing special. The waitress did offer up a cocktail on the house, so they made some effort to acknowledge the situation. I noticed the Manager watching the dining room and checking in with other customers, but he never approached me. The final kicker was an 18% service charge tacked onto my bill. I always tip, and tip well, but usually only see service charges/gratuities automatically added for large parties. I addressed my concerns with the manager as I was leaving as I felt it was only fair to let him know directly. He apologized but with very little conviction. He made no attempt to make the situation right or ask what he could do to encourage me to return. I travel extensively for business and appreciate restaurants that treat single diners with respect. That was certainly not the case here. I won't be returning and cannot recommend this restaurant.

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    JustinO

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2019

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    New owner, food is better than before. Would definitely go back.

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    BarbaraM

    San Francisco

    53 reviews

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    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2019

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    The filet Mignon was very tender and cooked just how we like it. We shared the 12 oz. What a nice option to share an entree with the two sides for each of us. We still had leftovers! Very elegant decor. Nice night out.

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    Rich

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2019

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    Alfred's has reopened after a brief hiatus, and I'm happy to report they brought the quintessential steakhouse menu for which they have been famous for years. If you're in the mood for a great steak, excellent Caesar salad, sourdough bread and all of the accompaniments, this is the place.

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    RickS

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

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    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2019

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    The old Alfred’s is back and it is fantastic. Steak house prices but far better than it was with the company that had acquired them. Now the family has taken it back and it is Fab! Full dinner includes everything you could need or want! Staff on point and free parking at the Hilton across the street.

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    MauiJeff

    Hawaii

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2019

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    Great place, fantastic staff, superb food and drinks! We definitely will be back to this gem of a restaurant.

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

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    1.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2019

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    It was sadly a very bad experience. Though the old man came back, the rest of the staff and chef is brand new and totally incompetent. It took us two and a half hour to get through the full dinner. We waited twenty minutes to get our orders in. Then another wait for the light bites. There were four of us. The bites consisted of one piece each of very thin salami, baloney, cheddar and two slices of Brie to share amongst the four of us. If you order it from the menu, it would be $10. We waited another twenty minutes or so, and suddenly the steaks turned up before the salad. So they took them back and we waited again for the the salad. The Caesar salad was very sour. Too much vinegar. There the steaks came. I ordered a ribeye. But they gave me a N.Y. strip steak. The waiter insisted it was a ribeye. She called the manager, who also insisted it was a ribeye. He came back with a raw ribeye steak to show me. It looked like a ribeye and nothing like the steak they served me. Since the steak was also well done instead of medium rare, the manager agreed to cook up the ribeye steak he was showing me. That steak tasted like a ribeye and was actually very good. There was no apologies for the bad service and mistaken food. No free drinks or deserts was offered. Instead they tagged on 18 percent after tax for tips in the bill, even though we were only a party of four. There were no disclosures anywhere that tips are automatically charged. Well maybe with the auto tips, they can get away with and service and food. But how can they continue to do business, I wonder.

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    NicoleG

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2019

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    Fine dining at its finest, yet very reasonably priced. Perfectly prepared steaks and sides, tastefully presented by well-dressed serving staff in the most elegant dining room. Best Chicken Fried Steak ever tasted! A true San Francisco experience enjoyed, especially with the admirable host, Al Petri, in the front of the house.

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    NicoleG

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

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    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2019

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    Alfred’s is the complete essence of Real San Francisco…with the most elegant ambiance, excellent service, beautiful presentation of a sumptuous dinner. The steak and courses were perfectly prepared and enjoyed in the grandeur of classic San Francisco with all its history. For the most pleasurable and satisfying dining experience, Alfred’s is it!!!

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    MarcoR

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2019

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    Perfect steaks at a surprisingly reasonable price and perfect martinis.

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    juanc

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2019

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    the place looks as old as it is. the food was ok . A reasonable rib eye steak comes with two sides, a small salad and an antipasto (cold cuts and cheese) so from a value stand point is not bad

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    HerbertJ

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2019

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    Best steaks at incredible value. This place is equal to the best east coast steakhouses. Also very reasonable prices and great quality. Full course dinner for the price of the average naked steak. By far, the best in the Bay Area. All steaks are dry aged.

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    Elizabeth

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 19, 2019

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    So glad Alfred's is back under the original management. Perfectly cooked tender steaks with delicious sides. The menu is simple but well thought out. Bar has a great selection of whiskeys.

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    Gabe

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2019

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    Really enjoyed the rejuvenated Alfred's, we had an excellent meal. All of our food allergies were handled perfectly. We can't wait to return soon. Our server Jeff was great. Highly Recommend a visit.

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    ManuelC

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

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    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2019

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    I came here almost a year and a half ago. I remember the fine tasting steaks and wine. Now, the experience is the opposite. The menu has changed. The food and service is terrible. I wondered if this was the same restaurant? Sadly, I will never return and will seek a better steakhouse in the city.

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    MargieM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2019

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    Lots of ambience & history. A class act. Great food from top to bottom. Delicious drinks & wine list is superb

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    Roger

    San Francisco

    49 reviews

    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2019

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    I love this place. It is such a classic place. It's just how a steakhouse should look. We are so glad it is back in the hands of the old owners. The wait staff, as it has always been, is very professional. They know when to take your plates, and when to leave them until everybody at the table is done eating. Everything we had was excellent, except the cream spinach, which has always been my favorite here, was not as creamy as I remember it. I think the kitchen, once it gets familiar with the new/old owners, will have the great creamy spinach recipe back on the table. The menu is about the same as the original old one, except that they took away the wonderful baked potatoes with all the fixin's, and added a smashed red potato. That red one doesn't old a candle to the old big baker. They have added a complimentary meat and cheese board that goes quite well with your Martini's or Manhattans. Speaking of Martini's, It is great to get a Martini served with a shaker that has more Martini in it. Salads are as good as ever. Desserts looked really good, but we were just too stuffed. They have a few kinks to smooth out (Hint: creamier, and bakers), but when I want to splurge a little, this is my place. Don't bring your Vegan friends unless they are open minded. One more thing, FREE Parking for 3 hours at the Hilton. Where in S. F. would you get Free parking. Nowhere that I can think of.

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    Yummy

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2019

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    Loved the waiter Michael...friendly helpful eager to please. Food is excellent! The price is inclusive,the gratuity is added. Loved decor old SF imagine men drinking martinis and smoking cigars. A Winston Churchill image.!!!! Sheila Zarb-Harper Ph.D.

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    JamesW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2019

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    Server was Way too involved with conversation Coffee was COLD. Told her. Not return with hot coffee Hung around letting me know tip was split Awkward as I felt I had to Leave more

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    JackO

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 28, 2019

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    A wonderful experience. Excellent cocktails, food, service and ambience. What a delightful time we had. We will be back soon.

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    Willa

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2019

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    Wasn’t very busy on a Thursday night but our waitress wasn’t checking on us very much. My husband ordered his steak rare, and got medium rare, and the wait for a new steak to be fired up was ridiculous. Other than that, the food and restaurant were lovely.

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    steves

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2019

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    It is nice to see an old world steakhouse in the city. So much of what you find now is very fancy trying to too much to the meat. My wife and friends are going to dress up in Goodfellas wear and go enjoy a steak like in the old days. The wait staff is funny and very nice. If your a snob or like to Instagram the latest stuff, you won't like it. If you want a good piece of meat in a classy joint - this place is for you!

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    BNK40

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2019

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    Real grass-fed and aged beef. Cooked just right. A good value as appetizer, salad, sides are all included in the price. The martinis are also large and good. All great value for an SF restaurant. They include 18% service and do not allow any tipping (which I like).

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    EmmanuelC

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2019

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    Ribeye was overcooked and underseasoned, which was unexpected for a steak house.

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    MikeB

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2019

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    Certainly enjoyed my dinner at Alfred's and having Al there to greet everyone. My only suggestion is that even for a steakhouse there should be an entrée other than one salmon choice for those who don't want beef.

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    Michael

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2019

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    I love this steakhouse and I think the new management (the return of the previous management) is doing a great job. This place is great for a date or a business meal.

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    EaterSF

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2019

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    I'm so glad to see that Alfred's is back. It's like time travel to the swank era of San Francisco, with crystal chandeliers, red leather booths and waiters in ties. Jack Kerouac wrote about having martinis at the bar at Alfred's in "On the Road." Those famed martinis are still being served, along with dry-aged steaks. The latest menu has you pick your cut of meat, and then everything else comes with it under that one price. They start with a charcuterie for the table, then your choice of a starter (salads or shrimp cocktail), plus two side dishes and your choice of a sauce with your steak. It's a pretty simplified menu, also evocative of the past, but a remarkable value for San Francisco these days. The ribeye I had was outstanding and perfectly cooked. The french fries are miraculous.

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    PeterJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2019

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    Great service , Great steak, the new simplified menu is a great value!

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    MrDizz

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2019

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    Alfred's is back in all of its old-school glory. The previous owner put a bit of an updated concept on top of Old School SF, which was an odd fit. It was a replica of the old place, but with a dinner-as-theatre gloss. And the menu was a little fussy. I guess it wasn't successful and luckily, common sense prevailed. Now, the menu is much simpler than even the old Alfred's with a prix fixe menu. The only thing that changes is what cut of meat you want. You get dependable small bites (charcuterie), your choice of salad or prawns, cut of meat and traditional sides and dressings. My wife and I are eating small portions of protein, so for $25 more, you can share the meat and get all the accompaniments. Cocktails are great, desserts (choice of two and only two) are delicious, so there's no going wrong. The room is a step back into the 50s and the only true representation of a classic steakhouse in the City. Then there's the waitstaff. The crew is all out of central casting--wonderfully, endearingly quirky and make you feel instantly at home. I wanted to hug 'em all and take them home. All in all, a sigh of relief that one of the very best, least complicated, dependable experiences in SF is back, even better than it used to be. Go, go often, and bring your friends. We love you, Alfred's!

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2019

    overall1food1service2ambience2

    Food was not very good.

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    JamesK

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2019

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    Food needed salt

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