Cafe de la Presse

4.6

1919 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Mar 10, 2025

10:30 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Great for brunch
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

For centuries, cafes the world over have provided patrons with entertainment that draws on all walks of life. In these gathering places of art, politics, fashion, and everyday events, cafe-goers partake in a unique convergence of eclectic culture and traditional cuisine. Parisian-inspired Cafe de la Presse continues the trend with international literature, classic fare, and the age-old pastime of dining, relaxing, and conversing in a vibrant atmosphere.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Bistro, Café
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Tue–Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 398-2680
Website
http://www.cafedelapresse.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Mr. Patrick Albert
Catering
Depending on the number of people and the type of party, we can tailor a special menu and provide some advice.
Private party facilities
We can provide semi-private parties; private accommodations may be possible by closing the downstairs dining room. Please call the restaurant for details.

Location
352 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108
Neighbourhood
Downtown / Union Square
Cross Street
Bush St.
Parking details
There is a public lot nearby on Bush St. There is also valet parking at the Hotel Triton.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,919 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

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Great for brunch
San Francisco
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe de la Presse offers an exceptional "authentic feeling French restaurant" experience in downtown SF. Known for its "excellent coffee drinks" and "best eggs Benedict in town," this charming café delights with "delicious food" and "attentive staff." Enjoy a "lovely ambiance" reminiscent of Paris, perfect for brunch or lunch.

1,919 Reviews

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StephanieM
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, excellent service excellent ambiance.
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Elena
Los Angeles49 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I love this French bistro feel but the prices have gotten so high and the food wasn’t that great. I ordered the chicken salad with dressing on the side and it came drenched in dressing and our waitress, who was lovely, had gone on break so too much time had passed to ask for a replacement. A side of fries is $12?! I paid less for truffle fries at a Beverly Hills hotel. They did not rush us which was nice as we hadn’t seen each other for a while and we sat there for almost 2 hours.
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Jeannie VIP
San Diego27 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved this cute little restaurant. Great cheese plate and very nice wine.
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Jessica VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If we're in the city, this is our breakfast spot. We had family visiting from Texas join us for breakfast and they were so impressed. It's right across from china town and walking distance from a few big name hotels. I highly recommend eating here.
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Ted
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect romantic restaurant for Valentine's Day. Delicious food.
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Michael VIP
San Francisco17 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been wanting to dine here for quite sometime now, and the experience did not disappoint in the least bit. Wonderful decor that transports you back in time. Service was excellent and the food was exquisite. I ordered the coq-au-vin for lunch and paired with a glass of Bordeaux, it was just the ticket. I highly recommend this place.
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Wayne
Sacramento37 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our new favorite for lunch in San Francisco. A very Parisian ambiance. Excellent on all levels.
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Miguel
San Francisco9 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service, we went for brunch and love it. Perfect location for just walk around after or before eating.
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Frances
San Francisco20 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for lunch - good food and service. Lovely time here always.
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Maricar VIP
San Francisco58 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good service.. food does not disappoint.. drinks were good too.
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FAQs

Cafe de la Presse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 398-2680.

Cafe de la Presse is rated 4.6 stars by 1919 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 10, 2025

10:30 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

352 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Bush St.
Neighbourhood
Downtown / Union Square
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Tue–Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Bistro, Café
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is a public lot nearby on Bush St. There is also valet parking at the Hotel Triton.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mr. Patrick Albert
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cafedelapresse.com/
Phone number
(415) 398-2680
Catering
Depending on the number of people and the type of party, we can tailor a special menu and provide some advice.
Private party facilities
We can provide semi-private parties; private accommodations may be possible by closing the downstairs dining room. Please call the restaurant for details.

Cafe de la Presse

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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Menu

What 1,919 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Cafe de la Presse offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cafe de la Presse restaurant rated?

Is Cafe de la Presse currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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