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Wayfare Tavern, San Francisco, CA

Wayfare Tavern

4.6
4.6
7859 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 56 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.

All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 772-9060
  • Website
    http://www.wayfaretavern.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Tyler Florence
  • Catering
  • Private party facilities
    Wayfare Tavern is a true gathering place for private events of all types. We offer several options to accommodate intimate family dinners, weddings and receptions, corporate events, social gatherings, and full restaurant buy outs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Team: (415) 772-9060
  • Location
    558 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross Street
    Montgomery & Sansome
  • Parking details
    **PARKING GARAGES NEAR US 1 Embarcadero Center; Portsmouth Square Garage, 733 Kearny St
  • Public transit
    Muni: Clay & Montgomery stops; Sansome & Sacramento stops. Cable car stops one block away on California Street.
  • Entertainment
    Within our second floor dining room, we have a Billiard Room available for parties up to 16. The room has double pained glass doors and features an antique tin ceiling, vintage red felt pool table. To make ordering easy, the room has a red "hot" phone which direct dials to ordering food and cocktails. Reservations are suggested and the room is available upon availability.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Starters

  • Prime Beef TartareUS$23.00

    potato chips, petite herbs, dijon dressing, egg yolk

    • Corn Tortilla Soup US$15.00

      lime creme fraiche, tortilla strips, micro cilantro

      • Wayfare Caesar Salad US$17.00

        romaine, little gems, shaved parmesan, crostini, anchovy, creamy caesar dressing

        • Butter Lettuce Salad US$17.00

          avocado, pickled shallots, radish, dill & herb buttermilk vinaigrette

          • Petaluma Farms Deviled Eggs US$16.00

            BBQ chicharron, ancho chili oil, chives, micro cilantro

            Salad Additions

            • Grilled ChickenUS$14.00

              • Fried ChickenUS$15.00

                • Skuna Bay SalmonUS$18.00

                  Entrées

                  • Mary's Organic Fried ChickenUS$25.00

                    buttermilk brine, roasted garlic, crisp herbs, lemon

                    • City SaladUS$22.00

                      granny smith apple, wheat berry, red quinoa, blueberry, pickled red onion, mustard vinaigrette

                      • Fried Chicken SandwhichUS$15.00

                        buttermilk brined chicken, house-made pickles, green apple & fennel slaw, harissa aioli

                        • Tavern BurgerUS$25.00

                          proprietary grind, Marin brie, red onion marmalade, smoked bacon, brioche bun

                          • Rigatoni US$28.00

                            corn, andouille, green onion, arugula, roasted red pepper, parmesan

                            • Skuna Bay Salmon US$33.00

                              red & gold beets, baby kale, red quinoa, granny smith apple, lemon ginger dressing

                              • Turkey Club Sandwich US$24.00

                                bacon, roma tomatoes, avocado, butter lettuce, melted jack cheese, honey dijonaise

                                • Tzatziki Chicken SaladUS$21.00

                                  tapenade, arugula, crispy garbanzo, toma to, cucumber, pickled onion

                                  Sides

                                  • Baked Macaroni & CheeseUS$12.00

                                    smoked olive oil, chives

                                    • Burrata Whipped PotatoesUS$12.00

                                      olive oil, chives

                                      • Broccolini US$13.00

                                        lemon, parsley, panko

                                        • CauliflowerUS$13.00

                                          calabrian chili buffalo sauce, smoked bleu cheese, green onion

                                          Last updated: October 20, 2024

                                          What 7,859 people are saying

                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                          4.6
                                          4.6 based on recent ratings
                                          • 4.6Food
                                          • 4.5Service
                                          • 4.7Ambience
                                          • 4.2Value

                                          Noise • Moderate

                                          Loved For

                                          • San Francisco

                                            American

                                          Review summary

                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                          Wayfare Tavern is a beloved San Francisco classic offering "superb drinks" and "top-notch food" in a "unique atmosphere." Guests rave about the "amazing fried chicken" and "delicious popovers." The restaurant is perfect for a "cozy date night" or "special occasions," with standout service and a "lovely ambiance" that keeps patrons returning.

                                          7,859 Reviews

                                          1. Sophie

                                            San Francisco

                                            8 reviews

                                            3.0

                                            8 reviews

                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                            1. Overall 3
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 4
                                            The 40+ min wait despite having a confirmed reservation was unexpected.

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                                          2. Emily

                                            VIP

                                            Tahoe

                                            2 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            2 reviews

                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            We went for valentines, great experience! We’re seated immediately, food came out quickly & was very good. Plus one of the best espresso martinis in SF!

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                                          3. Jerry

                                            VIP

                                            San Francisco

                                            17 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            17 reviews

                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            Simply wonderful! Food and service was fantastic. Excellent Vantines day lunch!

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                                          4. Dana

                                            Sacramento

                                            1 review

                                            5.0

                                            1 review

                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            The Chef Devon was amazing, ahe talked to my husband and told him how to make those delicious popovers. Customer service from everyone was outstanding! This is our new favorite restaurant in the city

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                                          5. Andrea

                                            Seattle

                                            1 review

                                            5.0

                                            1 review

                                            Dined on February 7, 2025

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            Lovely and super friendly and accommodating staff

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                                          6. sue

                                            VIP

                                            San Francisco

                                            29 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            29 reviews

                                            Dined on February 7, 2025

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            It was delightful to come to a restaurant with an "old San Francisco vibe" that offered classics as well as food served in new and interesting ways.

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                                          7. Rae

                                            San Francisco

                                            4 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            4 reviews

                                            Dined on February 6, 2025

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            We had a wonderful dining experience from beginning to end at Wayfare Tavern. The staff accommodated our special requests and were very gracious. The food was delicious starting with the warm popovers! Standouts for our table were the cheeseburger and the burrata mashed potatoes, but all our meals were good. The ambiance was warm and welcoming.

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                                          8. Tracy

                                            VIP

                                            San Francisco

                                            5 reviews

                                            4.0

                                            5 reviews

                                            Dined on February 4, 2025

                                            1. Overall 4
                                            2. Food 4
                                            3. Service 4
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            Good Food. Limited (light) menu. Good apps. Great drinks Good wine list but they charge a good mark up. Paid for the CADE Cab. Was really good. No grappa so we drank mezcal. Waiter was good. Not great. Adequate.

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                                          9. Marsha

                                            San Francisco

                                            17 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            17 reviews

                                            Dined on February 4, 2025

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            The food was excellent, and the staff was fantastic!

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                                          10. William

                                            VIP

                                            Hawaii

                                            13 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            13 reviews

                                            Dined on January 31, 2025

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 5
                                            Rome was an excellent server. Best cauliflower soup we ever had!

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                                          FAQs

                                          Wayfare Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 772-9060.

                                          Wayfare Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 7859 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 56 times today

                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                          Google Map for Wayfare Tavern

                                          558 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

                                          Dining areas

                                          Additional information

                                          • Cross Street
                                            Montgomery & Sansome
                                          • Neighbourhood
                                            Financial District / Embarcadero
                                          • Hours of Operation
                                            Lunch Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                          • Price
                                            $30 and under
                                          • Cuisines
                                            American, Contemporary American
                                          • Dining style
                                            Casual Elegant
                                          • Dress code
                                            Business Casual
                                          • Parking details
                                            **PARKING GARAGES NEAR US 1 Embarcadero Center; Portsmouth Square Garage, 733 Kearny St
                                          • Public transit
                                            Muni: Clay & Montgomery stops; Sansome & Sacramento stops. Cable car stops one block away on California Street.
                                          • Payment Options
                                            AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                          • Executive Chef
                                            Tyler Florence
                                          • Entertainment
                                            Within our second floor dining room, we have a Billiard Room available for parties up to 16. The room has double pained glass doors and features an antique tin ceiling, vintage red felt pool table. To make ordering easy, the room has a red "hot" phone which direct dials to ordering food and cocktails. Reservations are suggested and the room is available upon availability.
                                          • Additional
                                            Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                          • Website
                                            http://www.wayfaretavern.com/
                                          • Phone number
                                            (415) 772-9060
                                          • Catering
                                          • Private party facilities
                                            Wayfare Tavern is a true gathering place for private events of all types. We offer several options to accommodate intimate family dinners, weddings and receptions, corporate events, social gatherings, and full restaurant buy outs.
                                          • Private party contact
                                            our Event Team: (415) 772-9060

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