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Estiatorio Ornos a Michael Mina Restaurant San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Estiatorio Ornos a Michael Mina Restaurant San Francisco

4.6
4.6
179 Reviews
$31 to $50
Greek
Escape to Greece! Estiatorio Ornos a Michael Mina Restaurant brings to life the celebratory spirit of the Greek Isles. Guests will feel transported to the eponymous Ornos Beach by the bright, airy, coastal aesthetic, the simplistic, flavorful Greek seafood dishes, and the warm yet relaxed Mediterranean-style of hospitality. A house playlist of Mykonos-inspired music beckons guests to sit and stay all evening, reveling in the array of sharable dishes, refreshing cocktails, intriguing wines, and a lively atmosphere.
Led by award-winning Chef Michael Mina in partnership with Girair ā€œJerryā€ Goumroian and Chef Nikolaos Georgousis, the 76-seat restaurant presents the evolution of the iconic 252 California Street flagship location.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 417-3969
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Niko Georgousis, Daniela Vergara
  • Catering
    Estiatorio Ornos is available for catering requests
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of the financial district, Estiatorio Ornos – San Francisco is the perfect place to host your party and is a great venue for business functions, birthday parties, and weddings. The restaurant can be reserved in its entirety for either lunch or dinner.
  • Private party contact
    Nancy Zammit: (415) 730-4591
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Front and Battery
  • Parking details
    Valet available beginning at 5pm nightly
  • Entertainment
    The Playlist Generation has created a unique soundtrack for our restaurant featuring an eclectic blend of world music, foreign language cover versions of classic songs and tasteful, yet sensual, tracks.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Koinonia Tasting Menu

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Discover our 4-course Koinonia Tasting Menu with optional wine pairings for an elevated Greek dining experience. Immerse yourself in a unique culinary journey, where every dish is thoughtfully crafted and expertly curated by executive chef Daniela Vergara. We kindly ask that all guests in the party enjoy this menu.
    Koinonia Tasting Menu Photo
  • Estiatorio Ornos Royal Experience

    $200.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Explore the culinary fusion of Greek & Middle Eastern flavors with Estiatorio Ornos’ ā€œSemi-Privateā€ Royal Booth Experience. Start the evening with a glass of our MINA Cuvee Blanc de Blancs Champagne from Michel Gonet. Indulge in an exclusive 4-course tasting menu curated by Chef Daniela Vergara, featuring off-menu dishes only available in this special dinner setting. Each course is thoughtfully paired with Mediterranean-inspired wines. To conclude the evening, the experience is crowned with a royal date box as a parting gift.
    Estiatorio Ornos Royal Experience Photo
  • Thanksgiving 2023

    $125.00 per person

    Nov 23, 2023 only
    Thanksgiving Day 2023 1pm - 7pm Join us for a 3 course Thanksgiving feast you won't forget at Estiatorio Ornos San Francisco! $125/person plus Tax & Gratuity For the table TASTING OF SPREADS hummus, tzatziki, melitzanosalata, warm pita First course (choice of) AVGOLEMONO SOUP FATTOUSH GRILLED OCTOPUS AHI TUNA TARTARE SECOND COURSE (choice of) ROASTED HERITAGE TURKEY SIMPLY GRILLED LAVRAKI ROASTED KING SALMON AMERICAN WAGYU FILET SIDES (for the table) CRETAN STYLE POTATOES PORK SAUSAGE & CHESTNUT STUFFING CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS THIRD CANDIED CITRUS RAVANI
    Thanksgiving 2023 Photo

What 179 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Greek

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

3,052 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the bar is my favorite place to eat in the city, amazing service, cocktails and food 😊

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to dine and talk. Food is tasty, wine list is full of great options!!!

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  3. Mich

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was absolutely fantastic. Service seemed a little flustered but the intent was extremely hospitable and accessibly upscale. I recommend this for an intimate dinner or a lovely group.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved every moment of the evening from the initial pour of sparkling to the dessert. Highly recommend the baklavaļæ¼!

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  5. TT011

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience2
    My friend and I dined at Ornos on Thusday evening. We were looking forward to having a great experience as it's a Michael Mina restaurant. Sadly, this wasn't the case. First, our server. Although he was nice, it was very apparent he didn't have the experience. He didn't know which side to place eating utensils. We had to show him how. Second, we ordered two appetizers and two entrees. The appetizers came quickly and they were tasty. But, before we could finish our appetizers, the entrees arrived. Now, this is where things became even more disorganized. He brought different dining plates and utensils and was confused whether to take away the appetizers plates et al. We ended up having both sets on a small table. For entrees, we ordered the petrale sole and roasted lemon chicken: 1) the sole was over fried, leaving it oily and no taste. It looked and tasted like bar food. 2) The roasted chicken was also over fried, leaving it super dry and rubbery. Because of this disappointment, I wouldn't recommend it to friends or revisit it again.

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  6. Edith

    San Francisco

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have the tasting menu. A bit expensive, but worth it.

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  7. sunnySDdiner07

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, outstanding service! We can’t wait to go back again!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing place from ambiance to food. I would come back in no time.

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  9. KarenD

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Elevated Greek dishes. Everything was wonderful. Save room for dessert l!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Don’t skip dessert :) Ambiance 10/10 Service 10/10 Food 8/10

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  11. Dane

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience5
    We have dimmed here about 10 times. We’ve always had good service except this last time. It’s was highly disappointing.

    1 person found this helpful

  12. ScottB

    Minneapolis

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food and decor were excellent- very ambitious staff that were very busy- great place for Greek! Great

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  13. AaronS

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Service very slow, orders were missed. Food tasted good though.

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  14. AjaH

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 6, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    We were seated in the corner and waited 30 minutes. The server never came to our table, although she took the order to the table left of us. We asked the water server, another waiter, and the receptionist for help, but unfortunately no one ever came. This was the worst service we have had in a very long time, and I’m shocked that it would be representative of a Michael Mina restaurant.

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  15. PabloM

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was incredible + we had a very good Aperol spritz! And it was very well prepared. We also had the snapper fish and was outstanding!

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  16. Jennifer

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional service and the food was perfect. All around an amazing and fabulous experience!

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  17. LizaL

    Exclusive

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent place! Great ambiance, innovative food, and attentive service.

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  18. MLCD

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service. Thank you for a wonderful dinner.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very nice booth table. Was a little disappointed in the grilled octopus. The Greek salad and trio of dips were really good. Great wine selection!

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  20. KirbyR

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ornos is always a pleasant experience. The food is outstanding and the attention to detail is amazing. The atmosphere makes it seem like you are in a different country

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious starters, Main and desserts. Excellent wine as well. Service was impeccable.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Elevated but approachable Greek cuisine in a fun, upscale setting

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We stayed for 5 days at Hyatt and dinned twice at Michael Mina’s restaurant. Definitely coming back!

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  24. katieo

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Waited an hour for our table although we had a reservation. Food was mediocre to good. Although Lamb chops were cooked perfectly. Corkage was $50 šŸ™„ Sadly SF is lacking fine dining restaurants and this one isn’t the one you want to drop your money at.

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  25. SF1949

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful atmosphere in this restraurant, great food , and service.

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  26. MiguelP

    Greater Boston

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing and flawless experience! Everyone and everything was perfect, and I'm not just saying that, it was an elevated experience, even the GM came over to talk to us and make sure everything was great, and our server was simply the best.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience1
    Reservation was made for team building event in San Francisco. We were sat right below the speakers, they were playing loud trance music with heavy bass and I literally could not hear anything people say. We requested multiple times for the volume to be lowered but they gave a sorry of an excuse that they can’t touch it. Didn’t make a big deal about it because it was a business dinner so we tried to keep it professional. My cocktail was good. Appetizer was ok. Sea bass that I ordered was ok. Decent portion. So meal ended and I asked for a box to go. Whoever that took my plate nodded, and went ahead to put my used silverware AND my coworkers USED silverware onto my plate that I intend to take home. That definitely pose a major hygiene issue and who knows what they will do with my fish when it’s getting boxed up… so no, I did not take my fish home and I told him to forget about boxing it. He nodded. Again. And came back 5minutes later with a boxed up fish. Overall I was very unhappy with the quality of service and the hygiene level of the employees. I had higher expectation from a Michael Mina restaurant. Will save my time and effort for another place next time we have a business meal.

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  28. GraceB

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love it - great addition to the FiDi dining options. Food and cocktails are great, but pricey and can be loud in the crowded dining room.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Previously dined at Michael Mina’s Michelin starred fine dining establishment at this very same location. Post 2020 this has been rebranded into a more casual Mediterranean Greek restaurant. Was seated at a table in a very busy location between restrooms and bar. Asked to be relocated to another table but outright refused. Even though a couple tables for two where within eyesight. Served by a team of staff members. Our assigned waitress only brought menus, placed silverware and plates in tween appetizers, main courses and dessert. Overall I found the staff members cold and indifferent.

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  30. JuneBug

    San Francisco

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Trio of Spread; Grilled Octopus; Ouzo Prawn; Grilled Lamb Chops; Petrale Sole; Lobster Pasta - AMAZING Drinks - WOW! Service - On Point Ambience - Beautiful and inviting

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  31. moriss

    San Francisco

    38 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience5
    Good food, excellent service. But way too expensive. The winist in particular was egregious. You are paying a premium to eat in a Michale Mina restaurant.

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  32. MelissaP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding!

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  33. RisaT

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second time celebrating our anniversary at EstiTorio Ornos. The service could not have been better, and the food was delicious.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall1food1service5ambience5
    Had the lobster and lampchops. Unfortunately both were small and bland. Also the two most expensive dishes on the menu. Service was good and appetizers and desserts were ok, but overall a really disappointing experience. The old Michael Mina was one of the best meals I’d ever had, but I don’t think I’ll go back to this version.

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  35. DiscD

    London

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Estiatorio Ornos was a great experience - albeit pricey! Dining with 7 other colleagues to celebrate a retirement - it sure was memorable. The food was delicious and we went with the tasting menu. Each course you could not fault. Could do with more reasonably priced wine choice, sommelier really wanted us to spend way more than we did! The table was running around 30 minutes later but that was fine as we enjoyed great cocktails at the bar.

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  36. MarivicT

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience3
    Service could have been better…server seemed like he couldn’t be bothered. We ordered 3 sea bass entrees for the table and he failed to mention how large they are. It was obscene. Espresso martini was a 4/10. Everything was great besides our server…

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved. They are 100% on everything. I recommend it to everyone.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience4
    We were stuck in a back corner behind a big party and received the worst service. After 45 minutes of seating we were finally able to order.

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  39. SamL

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    First date night- good d service but felt little understaffed so less attentive when compared to other restaurants this caliber. Despite that, great food, good atmosphere, good service and great drinks

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  40. madison1223

    Nashville

    223 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    223 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience4
    The food is good- the restaurant is cool- the service is bad and they charge for iced tea refills but don’t tell you until you get a bill for 6.00 per iced tea. lol- no other Michael Mina restaurant does this especially when you are charging $6.00 for an iced tea - water and leaves nothing else. Greed.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Estiatorio Ornos a Michael Mina Restaurant San Francisco offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 417-3969.

Estiatorio Ornos a Michael Mina Restaurant San Francisco is rated 4.6 stars by 179 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 2 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Estiatorio Ornos a Michael Mina Restaurant San Francisco

252 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Front and Battery
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet available beginning at 5pm nightly
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Niko Georgousis, Daniela Vergara
  • Entertainment
    The Playlist Generation has created a unique soundtrack for our restaurant featuring an eclectic blend of world music, foreign language cover versions of classic songs and tasteful, yet sensual, tracks.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 417-3969
  • Catering
    Estiatorio Ornos is available for catering requests
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of the financial district, Estiatorio Ornos – San Francisco is the perfect place to host your party and is a great venue for business functions, birthday parties, and weddings. The restaurant can be reserved in its entirety for either lunch or dinner.
  • Private party contact
    Nancy Zammit: (415) 730-4591
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