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Award-winning

Frances

4.9
4.9
3658 Reviews
$50 and over
Californian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:15 pm–9:15 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 621-3870
  • Website
    http://www.frances-sf.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Melissa Perello
  • Private party facilities
    BUYOUT EVENT Capacity: 30 seated or 55 standingWe will work with you to create a personalized event including a uniquely crafted menu and a signature wine experience. PRIVATE, OUTDOOR PARKLET EVENTCapacity: 16We offer a family-style tasting menu of 8-10 dishes and supplemental wine and beverage pairings. Email info@frances-sf.com to inquire.
  • Location
    3870 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Castro
  • Cross Street
    between Noe and Sanchez
  • Parking details
    Street parking only.
  • Public transit
    24, 33, 35, 37, F, K, M, and L
  • Entertainment
    Instagram: sf_frances
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve at Frances

    US$162.15 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    On New Year's Eve, we’re offering a festive family-style prix fixe with wine pairings and supplements available onsite. DETAILS: www.frances-sf.com/nye
    New Year's Eve at Frances photo

Menu

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What 3,658 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Californian

  • San Francisco

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Frances, a beloved San Francisco gem, offers "amazing food" with creative, seasonal dishes and an impressive wine selection. The "impeccable service" and cozy yet elegant ambiance make it a top choice for special occasions. While some find it a bit noisy, most praise the "fantastic dining experience" that Frances consistently delivers.

3,658 Reviews

  1. Carlos

    West Palm Beach

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice experience overall , very good service and food

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  2. Akash

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was slow, food was mediocre for the price. Restaurant interior was great, enjoyed the space. Have to get the dessert!

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  3. Patti

    VIP

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entree menu is very limited . The food was very good and attractively presented, but only 2 choices

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  4. Zachary

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    a neighborhood gem… a menu worthy of regular exploration. a staff worthy of praise.

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  5. Kenneth

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always good, but the short rib dish was amazing. Our waitress was outstanding.

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  6. JD

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Tables are packed in tight, which negatively impacts both ambiance and the quality of service. The menu is limited and quality is mid compared to other similarly priced restaurants in the city.

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  7. Luis

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Best, most flavorful menu we've had at Frances. DELICIOUS!

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  8. Alex

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delights and sessional delicious treats at Frances. Perfect for a date with warm lighting and a cozy vibe. I have come to love the service and superior quality of the food / wine selection.

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  9. Nessa

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We opted for the tasting menu. While delicious and visually appealing, we were left wanting more. A tasty amuse-bouche. Very difficult to carry on a conversation unfortunately.

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  10. Hillary

    VIP

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Frances remains our go to restaurant for special occasions. The food is stellar, as are the staff.

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FAQs

Frances is rated 4.9 stars by 3658 OpenTable diners.

Frances does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Frances

3870 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    between Noe and Sanchez
  • Neighbourhood
    Castro
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:15 pm–9:15 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking only.
  • Public transit
    24, 33, 35, 37, F, K, M, and L
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Melissa Perello
  • Entertainment
    Instagram: sf_frances
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.frances-sf.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 621-3870
  • Private party facilities
    BUYOUT EVENT Capacity: 30 seated or 55 standingWe will work with you to create a personalized event including a uniquely crafted menu and a signature wine experience. PRIVATE, OUTDOOR PARKLET EVENTCapacity: 16We offer a family-style tasting menu of 8-10 dishes and supplemental wine and beverage pairings. Email info@frances-sf.com to inquire.

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