Best Bistros in Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

From the arrival to our conclusion of the evening the service by Courtney was impeccable. We started with appetizers which consisted of the escargot, oysters, and salad. All quite delicious. We ordered bread to dip into the garlic sauce from the escargot a recommendation. Entrees consisted of delicious chicken and three entrees of sole mangiere over a bed of spinach. We had to have the truffle frees tow orders again delicious! The wine of Sauvignon blanc was delicious Desserts were two orders of pot de creme with butterscotch Great find for our first time eating here!

Great accordion music! Go for the meatballs and a glass of wine.

Excellent meal and ambiance, always a consistent experience eating here. We were really surprised to learn that Villon had stopped dinner service as this is my husbands favorite restaurant for dinner before the shows at Orpheum and Golden Gate theatres, for the delicious innovative dishes. We went for breakfast on a Saturday and as usual the service, food and ambiance were excellent. Would highly recommend, the price point is worth it. We were pleased to learn that the restaurant is working on reopening dinner service - we will be back for dinner when they do.

Isa is truly a gem of a restaurant, one of our favorite places. The food is always fantastic, the service is outstanding, and the ambiance, especially on the back patio, is special. There are two waiters that have been working there for over 20 years each, and they are the best! Also, the owner comes by to check on the guests and makes sure everyone is happy. This weekend we came for my mother's 92nd birthday, and they made it a very special night, they were so attentive and made her feel special. We all loved our meals (seabass, lamb, duck and truffle risotto). Highly recommend!

Stellar wine list and an incredible staff!! Bring everyone that’s near and far