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Chapeau, San Francisco, CA

Chapeau

4.8
4.8
3759 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Discover the essence of French culinary excellence at Chapeau! SF, a beloved bistro nestled in the heart of San Francisco since 1996. Celebrated for its warm ambiance and impeccable service, Chapeau! offers a delightful dining experience featuring both prix fixe and à la carte menus.

Indulge in our weekday limited prix fixe menu at $55 per person, or savor the $75 prix fixe menu available every night, allowing you to select any appetizer, entrée, and dessert. For those who prefer flexibility, our à la carte menu is also available anytime.

Chapeau! SF is dedicated to serving authentic French cuisine with a modern twist, curated by our expert chefs. Join us at 126 Clement Street and let us transport you to the heart of France with every bite.

A bientôt!

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Contemporary French
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Philippe Gardelle
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Le Grand Menu $75 / person

    Multiple dates available
    3 course prix fixe with unlimited choices; available everyday with an optional wine pairing. À bientôt!
  • Le Petit Menu $60/ person

    Multiple dates available
    Limited 3 course menu available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays in the main dining room, and everyday at the bar with an optional wine pairing for $38. À bientôt!

What 3,759 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    French

  • San Francisco

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chapeau offers an "exceptional dining experience" with authentic French cuisine in a charming, intimate setting. Guests rave about the "outstanding service" and warm, welcoming atmosphere. The menu features classics like cassoulet and duck confit, complemented by a "superb wine list." It's a beloved neighborhood gem perfect for special occasions.

3,759 Reviews
  1. Mimi

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff and the owners and chef came out to wish my cousin a happy birthday! The food was amazing. It was delicious perfectly seasoned. The staff was attentive and every time our dishes were brought to us, the staff explained the dish .Definitely, a relaxing snd perfect evening .Oh for sure please make sure to order their specialty cocktails!I had a pear martini and it was refreshing and delicious!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chapeau never disappoints. This restaurant is a must try, then go back again and again. Has been a family favorite for a nice meal for many years. Highly recommend!

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  3. Susan

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chapeau was a delightful experience for my husband’s birthday. Excellent service, great food and fun special cocktails. I love the Lyonnaise salad. I highly recommend it,

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  4. LKim

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole staff at Chapeau are a delight. From cocktails to dessert, the food and drink are top notch. We love dining at Chapeau!

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  5. JuneP

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this restaurant. The food is always excellent and service is great. We have many of our birthday dinners here.

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  6. Amy

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A bit too loud, but otherwise outstanding. We had lamb shank, ratatouille, escargot. Excellent wine list and cocktails.

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  7. Thomas

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    A Frenchman and his wife knows how to run a restaurant.

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  8. Maria

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic , excellent authentic French food. A very relaxed and welcoming bistro ,

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  9. Craig

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Energetic and attentive staff. Ellen G was our server. Great fixed price menu. Had wonderful sea bass and pork tenderloin. Loved the drinks. Very pretty room.

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  10. Marcus

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dinner with an amazing staff. Everyone was extremely friendly and the owner even took the time to come say hello during a busy dinner service.

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FAQs

Chapeau offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Chapeau also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 750-9787.

Chapeau is rated 4.8 stars by 3759 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 p.m.
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Chapeau

126 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Contemporary French
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Philippe Gardelle
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
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