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Wayfare Tavern, San Francisco, CA

Wayfare Tavern

4.7 (7929)
$30 and under
American
201 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94104

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 119 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for quality and timeless style to the heart of San Francisco with Wayfare Tavern, now located at 201 Pine Street.

Designed by Jon De La Cruz, the space blends the charm of a classic SF tavern with elevated details while honoring the city’s rich culinary history.

Wayfare Tavern features authentic American fare inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, offering dishes that range from rustic delicacies to classic comforts. The beverage list showcases local wines, quality draft beers, and timeless cocktails. Spanning two floors, the new location features a spacious main dining room, a large central bar, an intimate Chef’s Alcove, and a hidden Cellar Dining Room. The second floor includes four distinct private dining rooms, ideal for celebrations, meetings, and special events.

Wayfare Tavern continues to offer a dining experience that feels both nostalgic and entirely new—a timeless San Francisco classic.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 772-9060
  • Website
    http://www.wayfaretavern.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Florence
  • Catering
  • Private party facilities
    Wayfare Tavern is a true gathering place for private events of all types. We offer several options to accommodate intimate family dinners, weddings and receptions, corporate events, social gatherings, and full restaurant buy outs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Team: (415) 772-9060
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    201 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94104
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Pine & Battery
  • Parking details
    **PARKING GARAGES NEAR US 1 Embarcadero Center; Portsmouth Square Garage, 733 Kearny St
  • Public transit
    🚇 BART StationEmbarcadero StationLocated at 298 Market Street, Embarcadero Station is approximately a 5-minute walk southeast of 201 Pine Street. This station serves the Red, Yellow, Blue, and Green BART lines, providing connections across the Bay Area. ​🚍 Muni StopsSeveral Muni bus stops are within a short walking distance from 201 Pine Street:​Davis St & Pine St – Approximately a 1-minute walk.Davis & California (Embarcadero BART Drop Off) – Approximately a 1-minute walk.Market St & Beale St – Approximately a 2-minute walk.California St & Davis St – Approximately a 2-minute walk.Market St & Drumm St – Approximately a 2-minute walk.​These stops are served by multiple Muni lines, including the 1X, 14R, 38R, 7, and F Market & Wharves streetcar. ​
  • Entertainment
    Within our second floor dining room, we have a Billiard Room available for parties up to 16. The room has double pained glass doors and features an antique tin ceiling, vintage red felt pool table. To make ordering easy, the room has a red "hot" phone which direct dials to ordering food and cocktails. Reservations are suggested and the room is available upon availability.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Wayfare Tavern's menu was last updated on 10/20/2024.

Starters

  • Prime Beef Tartare$23.00

    potato chips, petite herbs, dijon dressing, egg yolk

    • Corn Tortilla Soup $15.00

      lime creme fraiche, tortilla strips, micro cilantro

      • Wayfare Caesar Salad $17.00

        romaine, little gems, shaved parmesan, crostini, anchovy, creamy caesar dressing

        • Butter Lettuce Salad $17.00

          avocado, pickled shallots, radish, dill & herb buttermilk vinaigrette

          • Petaluma Farms Deviled Eggs $16.00

            BBQ chicharron, ancho chili oil, chives, micro cilantro

            Salad Additions

            • Grilled Chicken$14.00

              • Fried Chicken$15.00

                • Skuna Bay Salmon$18.00

                  Entrées

                  • Mary's Organic Fried Chicken$25.00

                    buttermilk brine, roasted garlic, crisp herbs, lemon

                    • City Salad$22.00

                      granny smith apple, wheat berry, red quinoa, blueberry, pickled red onion, mustard vinaigrette

                      • Fried Chicken Sandwhich$15.00

                        buttermilk brined chicken, house-made pickles, green apple & fennel slaw, harissa aioli

                        • Tavern Burger$25.00

                          proprietary grind, Marin brie, red onion marmalade, smoked bacon, brioche bun

                          • Rigatoni $28.00

                            corn, andouille, green onion, arugula, roasted red pepper, parmesan

                            • Skuna Bay Salmon $33.00

                              red & gold beets, baby kale, red quinoa, granny smith apple, lemon ginger dressing

                              • Turkey Club Sandwich $24.00

                                bacon, roma tomatoes, avocado, butter lettuce, melted jack cheese, honey dijonaise

                                • Tzatziki Chicken Salad$21.00

                                  tapenade, arugula, crispy garbanzo, toma to, cucumber, pickled onion

                                  Sides

                                  • Baked Macaroni & Cheese$12.00

                                    smoked olive oil, chives

                                    • Burrata Whipped Potatoes$12.00

                                      olive oil, chives

                                      • Broccolini $13.00

                                        lemon, parsley, panko

                                        • Cauliflower$13.00

                                          calabrian chili buffalo sauce, smoked bleu cheese, green onion

                                          Last updated: October 20, 2024

                                          What 7,929 people are saying

                                          Wayfare Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                          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
                                          • 4.6Food
                                          • 4.6Service
                                          • 4.7Ambience
                                          • 4.3Value

                                          Noise • Moderate

                                          Loved For

                                          • San Francisco

                                            American

                                          Review summary

                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                          Wayfare Tavern offers "delicious food" and a "stylish yet relaxed" ambiance in its beautiful new location. Known for its "phenomenal" dishes like fried chicken and unique deviled eggs, it provides an "extraordinary" dining experience. The "attentive and personable" staff ensure a welcoming atmosphere, making it perfect for both family outings and date nights.

                                          7,929 Reviews

                                          1. Ria VIP

                                            Richmond6 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 3
                                            Amazing food and services!! Music is too loud for the space. Would definitely return! Get the fried chicken, it does not disappoint!

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                                          2. Diana VIP

                                            San Francisco31 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            Will keep going back for the amazing beef tartare and the delicious popovers.

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                                          3. Andrew VIP

                                            San Francisco33 reviews

                                            2.0

                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                            1. Overall 2
                                            2. Food 2
                                            3. Service 1
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            I have been to the Sacramento Street location many times and it has always been excellent. This Pine Street restaurant was mediocre at best. Hopefully, it gets better with time...

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                                          4. Julie VIP

                                            San Francisco10 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            LOVE the new Wayfare. The best of the past in a beautiful new space. Service was EXCELLENT, food was AMAZING and we can’t wait to go back.

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                                          5. Geraldine VIP

                                            San Francisco22 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            We had attentive service, wonderful food and company. Notables were the yummy deviled eggs, tartare, I think one of the best fried chicken I’ve had, also great wagyu bavette- wow! Insane pavlova too. Bellies full, great vibe, happy to see the new space.

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                                          6. Christa

                                            San Francisco3 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 4
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            I love the new location! Service was friendly and attentive, and the decor is classic yet feels very fresh. We had the clam chowder, fried chicken, and mac n cheese- everything was delicious. Highly recommend!

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                                          7. Carine VIP

                                            San Francisco13 reviews

                                            3.0

                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                            1. Overall 3
                                            2. Food 2
                                            3. Service 3
                                            4. Ambience 4
                                            Very disappointed today. I’ve been to the old location and thought I’d try the new location. I drove up from Menlo Park for a lunch meeting. Had an 11:45 lunch reservation and was seated at a nice table. Menu for lunch was a bit small but ended up ordering a club sandwich. Food came quickly and service was attentive. I was shocked when they came and told us at 12:45 that our hour was up (no one said anything when we were seated) and the next party had arrived for our table of 2. We were having a business lunch and this cut everything short. As I walked out I saw open tables of 2. I won’t go back if they continue this short time limit, esp without saying anything on Open Table or when we were seated. If financial district restaurants want to come back, this doesn’t help. I’ll go elsewhere.

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                                          8. Margarita

                                            Pittsburgh2 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            Great experience, fantastic food beautiful ambience

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                                          9. Bernadette VIP

                                            San Francisco43 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            Dined 5 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            Excellent food and super service. Great place for business lunches.

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                                          10. Sara

                                            Vancouver3 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            We stopped at the new location for lunch. Unfortunately, they aren’t serving brunch yet but everything was amazing. We had a few delicious cocktails, shrimp cocktail, beef tartare, fried chicken and Mac and cheese. Everything was phenomenal! We’ll absolutely be back on our next visit to the city.

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                                          FAQs

                                          Wayfare Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 772-9060.

                                          Wayfare Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 7929 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                          2 people
                                          9:30 PM
                                          Booked 119 times today
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                                          201 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94104

                                          Dining areas

                                          Additional information

                                          • Cross street
                                            Pine & Battery
                                          • Neighborhood
                                            Financial District / Embarcadero
                                          • Hours of operation
                                            Lunch Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                          • Price
                                            $30 and under
                                          • Cuisines
                                            American, Contemporary American
                                          • Dining style
                                            Casual Elegant
                                          • Dress code
                                            Business Casual
                                          • Parking details
                                            **PARKING GARAGES NEAR US 1 Embarcadero Center; Portsmouth Square Garage, 733 Kearny St
                                          • Public transit
                                            🚇 BART StationEmbarcadero StationLocated at 298 Market Street, Embarcadero Station is approximately a 5-minute walk southeast of 201 Pine Street. This station serves the Red, Yellow, Blue, and Green BART lines, providing connections across the Bay Area. ​🚍 Muni StopsSeveral Muni bus stops are within a short walking distance from 201 Pine Street:​Davis St & Pine St – Approximately a 1-minute walk.Davis & California (Embarcadero BART Drop Off) – Approximately a 1-minute walk.Market St & Beale St – Approximately a 2-minute walk.California St & Davis St – Approximately a 2-minute walk.Market St & Drumm St – Approximately a 2-minute walk.​These stops are served by multiple Muni lines, including the 1X, 14R, 38R, 7, and F Market & Wharves streetcar. ​
                                          • Payment options
                                            AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                          • Executive chef
                                            Tyler Florence
                                          • Entertainment
                                            Within our second floor dining room, we have a Billiard Room available for parties up to 16. The room has double pained glass doors and features an antique tin ceiling, vintage red felt pool table. To make ordering easy, the room has a red "hot" phone which direct dials to ordering food and cocktails. Reservations are suggested and the room is available upon availability.
                                          • Additional
                                            Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                          • Delivery & takeout
                                            Order direct
                                          • Website
                                            http://www.wayfaretavern.com/
                                          • Phone number
                                            (415) 772-9060
                                          • Catering
                                          • Private party facilities
                                            Wayfare Tavern is a true gathering place for private events of all types. We offer several options to accommodate intimate family dinners, weddings and receptions, corporate events, social gatherings, and full restaurant buy outs.
                                          • Private party contact
                                            our Event Team: (415) 772-9060

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