Top of the Mark

Name: Top of the Mark
Address: Number One Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94108
Telephone: (415) 392-3434
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

825 Reviews

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Number 1 in California and San Francisco, and 2nd in the nation on USAToday's 10 Best Hotel Bars.

Nestled on the 19th floor of the historic InterContinental Mark Hopkins, Top of the Mark's breathtaking panoramic views of San Francisco's skyline and iconic landmarks, including the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, the enigmatic Alcatraz, Union Square, and more, will leave you spellbound. Sip on our signature cocktails as you soak in the atmosphere of timeless sophistication. Our appetizer and dessert selection will tantalize your taste buds, with options that complement our cocktails perfectly. What's more, we offer live entertainment each Saturday evening, where you can let the music move you on the dance floor.

Join us at San Francisco's legendary sky lounge, the Top of the Mark, for a night filled with unforgettable moments, where every sip, bite, and dance move is a journey into the extraordinary.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary American, International
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:30 am
Phone number
(415) 392-3434
Website
http://www.topofthemark.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Jose Tibbits
Private party facilities
For parties of 25 or more, including full buyouts, please contact Nicole Schafer, Director of Catering & Conference Services at nicole.schafer@ihg.com.

Location
Number One Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA 94108
Neighbourhood
Nob Hill
Cross Street
California & Mason Streets
Parking details
Valet parking is available for Sunday Brunch. Hotel garage entrance is on California Street just east of Mason Street. Extremely limited street parking available.
Public transit
Powell Street Cable Car; California Street Cable Car
Entertainment
Live entertainment every Saturday evening from 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm (cover fee of $15 applies; $10 for in-house guests). Visit topofthemark.com for full entertainment lineup. PLEASE NOTE: Guests under the age of 21 are not permitted after 9:30 pm.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Magical Tea - $115++/pp
US$115.00 per person
Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024
Experience the enchantment of our Magical Tea at Top of the Mark, featuring delicious treats, delightful activities, and breathtaking views—perfect for a special afternoon indulgence for the whole family! Featuring activities like cookie decorating with the pastry chef, fantastic balloon art, face painting, a special appearance by The Grinch, a buffet of tea sandwiches, scones, treats, and more. Book early for this sell-out magical event! There is a $5 discount with a donation of a new, unwrapped toy. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellations made more than one week prior to the reservation date are free of charge. Cancellations within a week will incur a $29 per person fee. Prices quoted are subject to tax & gratuity.
Christmas Eve - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12)
US$0.00 - US$200.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Celebrate Christmas Eve at Top of the Mark with a lavish dinner, festive ambiance, and stunning city views for a truly memorable holiday night. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellations made more than one week prior to the reservation date are free of charge. Cancellations within a week will incur a $29 per person fee. Prices quoted are subject to tax & gratuity.
Christmas Day - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12)
US$0.00 - US$200.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
Enjoy a festive Christmas Day buffet at Top of the Mark, featuring traditional favorites and seasonal delights, paired with unbeatable views. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellations made more than one week prior to the reservation date are free of charge. Cancellations within a week will incur a $29 per person fee. Prices quoted are subject to tax & gratuity.

What 825 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Francisco Bay Area
Tapas / Small Plates
San Francisco
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Top of the Mark offers breathtaking views of San Francisco with a classic, nostalgic charm. Guests rave about the "outstanding service" and delicious cocktails, especially during sunset. The live music adds to the vibrant atmosphere. While some note the high prices and limited menu, the "amazing views" are consistently highlighted as a must-see experience.

825 Reviews

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James
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
1.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
The whole family of 15 was coming to SF for Thanksgiving for a celebration of life. Open Table didn't accept a group that large, so we called Top of the Mark directly. We were told, "make two reservations on Open Table for the number." Unfortunately, Open Table wouldn't allow one person to make two reservations, so Top of the Mark indicated, "make a second reservation with someone else with a note to combine the two reservations." We did that. We kept in touch with Top of the Mark all the way up to the date of the reservation to make sure our party of 15, following the instructions from Top of the Mark, would be seated together. We arrive on Thanksgiving to Top of the Mark and: NOPE. No setting for our party of 15. We were asked to stand off to the side to wait while they tried to put a bunch of tables together for our party. In the end, we didn't get to sit together and we're at two separate tables. Additionally, the whole event was a complete debacle. Hundreds of people arriving for a 1pm seating that they clearly were not ready for. Lines for food wrapped around the buffet. Not enough room around the buffet to walk around. They constantly ran out of dinner plates. They constantly ran out of food. Want to wait 30 minutes standing in line for food? Want to eat cold food by the time you got back to your seat? This was the place to be. Food was also rancid in part. A member of my party had a dessert that was rancid and the cooking staff eventually tried it and took the whole tray away, it was that bad. Chafing dishes were full of hot water but the lids were not properly balanced, so they tipped over and spilled scalding water everywhere. This event was just one big shyte show and definitely not worth $200/person. Such a horrible experience, and my family used to go here annually They need to bring back the service and hospitality pre -pandemic, or at the very least hire people who know what the hell they are doing. (Same event advertised for Christmas. DON'T GO!)
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Eileen
San Francisco
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The lines were too long and they had run out of plates. We had to wait for things to be replenished. The food was tasteless and so often a station had not been replenished. It was very disappointing. The manager was great and very responsive. She could not do anything about the poor set up. It would have been better to stagger the diners. We will not repeat the experience
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Laurie
San Francisco
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Although the whole restaurant/bar was relatively empty, we were seated next to a couple working on their computers, clicking away with bright screens, in the alcove area that doesn’t have air flow to keep the windows from fogging. It was disappointing, but when I let the matre d’ know, he was very responsive to our complaint, and although we had already had our drinks, paid and were leaving, offered to improve our experience by buying us a drink at a table that had the nice view, the clear window, and no clicking computers. It made up for the initial poor seating, but I’m not sure why we were seated there to begin with, given the number of empty tables with the better views.
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Jose
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente servicio,muy bonita vista y comida muy sabrosa
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Arsenio
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very reasonable price for a fun and entertaining experience.
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William
San Francisco
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A group of us, 8 in all, visited the Top of the Mark this past Saturday, Nov 16, 2024, and had an absolutely terrific time dancing and listening to Carla Helmbrecht (what talent!). The dance floor was filled with peeps (we loved dancing to "Fly Me To The Moon" and "The Way You Look Tonight"! The view on the 19th floor was breathtaking. The sky was perfectly clear and we could see bridge to bridge, Salesforce Tower, the Pyramid, Sutro Tower, Alcatraz - amazing! The table service was attentive without being intrusive, as always. The appetizers and cocktails were deeeelish. We've been going to the Top of the Mark for over 15 years and it hasn't lost one step in charm and fun. A great spot for date night, a party, as special gathering or an evening, solo!
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Jeremiah
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Ok bartender was rude. Service was poor. I loved the view. The rewarding part of this experience.
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Sylva
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went on a Friday night for my birthday. We were seated at one of the corner tables. The views were amazing and the tapas were filling. Drinks were really good, too.
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Richard
San Francisco
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Top of the Mark is always a fun adventure. We had some great food and drinks. You can't beat the views of course! Our servers were very attentive and professional. We do wish that they would bring back dancing and entertainment to the venue.
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Kathi
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great place. Have to give kudos to the servers who seemed to be serving numerous tables!
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FAQs

Top of the Mark is rated 4.3 stars by 825 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Number One Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA 94108

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
California & Mason Streets
Neighbourhood
Nob Hill
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:30 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary American, International
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available for Sunday Brunch. Hotel garage entrance is on California Street just east of Mason Street. Extremely limited street parking available.
Public transit
Powell Street Cable Car; California Street Cable Car
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Jose Tibbits
Entertainment
Live entertainment every Saturday evening from 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm (cover fee of $15 applies; $10 for in-house guests). Visit topofthemark.com for full entertainment lineup. PLEASE NOTE: Guests under the age of 21 are not permitted after 9:30 pm.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.topofthemark.com/
Phone number
(415) 392-3434
Private party facilities
For parties of 25 or more, including full buyouts, please contact Nicole Schafer, Director of Catering & Conference Services at nicole.schafer@ihg.com.

Top of the Mark

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Magical Tea - $115++/pp

Christmas Eve - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12)

Christmas Day - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12)

Menu

What 825 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Top of the Mark restaurant rated?

Is Top of the Mark currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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