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Isa, San Francisco, CA

Isa

4.8
4.8
2820 Reviews
$30 and under
French / American

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
With 2800+ OpenTable ratings of 4.9 stars & glowing 2277 Yelp reviews, Isa is celebrated for its impeccable blend of sophistication, VALUE, consistent QUALITY & FLAVORS for 25+ years. Specializing in deeply flavored & elegant French cuisine served with a simple, unpretentious California flair.

Chef Luke Sung, Nominee by James Beard Foundation has received many accolades from 5 consecutive years on the Chronicle's Top 100 Restaurant List to the Top 40 in Zagat & NYC Magazines Best Restaurants in Cities Around the Nation. Nestled in the SF Marina District, Isa is a treasure trove of haute cuisine. Ideal for intimate ambiance of the cozy front room or the lively energy of the back courtyard with retractable roof & heat lamps, Isa offers the perfect setting for a memorable experience.

Experience the epitome of culinary excellence and warm hospitality at Isa for up to 100 guests to celebrate your next special occasion (Rehearsal dinners, graduation celebrations, birthday parties & more)
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French / American, Californian, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri 5:15 pm–9:45 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available. Parking places Nearby: • Lombard Street Garage.Lombard between Webster & Buchanan (alley between Fillmore and Webster)- 3 blocks• Metered Public Parking Garageon Pierce Street between Lombard and Chestnut - 2 blocks• Wells Fargo Bank (after 6pm) Behind Isaentrance at Chestnut or Lombard between Steiner/Filmore.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Founder Luke Sung

What 2,820 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Isa is a captivating dining destination, celebrated for its "exceptional food" and "attentive service." Guests rave about the "potato wrapped sea bass" and "scallops" as must-try dishes. The charming ambiance, especially on the "cozy back patio," enhances the experience. Isa is a "neighborhood gem" perfect for special occasions or casual dining.

2,820 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely/friendly service. Great food - very fresh and beautifully prepared.

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  2. Sheryl VIP

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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!

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  3. Kathy

    San Francisco33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent service and food! great place to celebrate birthday !

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  4. Meg

    San Francisco292 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a nice dinner last Valentine's Day at Isa that we wanted to celebrate there again. And Isa did not disappoint. The four course menu for $99 had almost all of the dishes from their regular menu. For our first starter we tried the potato leek soup, and for the next course we tried the oysters (which the couple at the table next to us raved about) and the goat cheese with tomato and basil pesto. For our entrees we both had the roast chicken, which was perfect - crispy on the outside and most on the inside. Everything was delicious. For dessert we had the amaretto semifreddo which was also excellent. We will definitely be returning to Isa soon.

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  5. trish VIP

    San Francisco64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice service and great food. Our server, Dean, was very nice and friendly

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  6. Ann VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    such a great place - small plates or entrees always delicious. Hanger steak is excellent. service is terrific.

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  7. Jacob

    Hawaii38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. Sat on the back patio, noise level very good. Waiter very attentive and very enthusiastic. Food was lovely. Would definitely come back!

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  8. Ivana

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! The restaurant serves their Mediterranean take on French cuisine. We’ll definitely be back again.

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  9. Mike

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ISA is amazing! Food is delicious. Service should get 6 stars. The place deserves a Michelin star

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  10. Marlina VIP

    San Francisco51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was superb. Help with wine selection steered us to excellent choices. The restaurant is lovely and it was quiet enough to talk across the table even though there were diners on both sides of us. I wouldn't hesitate to go back.

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FAQs

Isa does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Isa also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 567-9588.

Isa is rated 4.8 stars by 2820 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Isa

3324 Steiner St., San Francisco, CA 94123

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French / American, Californian, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri 5:15 pm–9:45 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available. Parking places Nearby: • Lombard Street Garage.Lombard between Webster & Buchanan (alley between Fillmore and Webster)- 3 blocks• Metered Public Parking Garageon Pierce Street between Lombard and Chestnut - 2 blocks• Wells Fargo Bank (after 6pm) Behind Isaentrance at Chestnut or Lombard between Steiner/Filmore.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Founder Luke Sung
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