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Cafe de la Presse, San Francisco, CA

Cafe de la Presse

4.6
4.6
1919 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
For centuries, cafes the world over have provided patrons with entertainment that draws on all walks of life. In these gathering places of art, politics, fashion, and everyday events, cafe-goers partake in a unique convergence of eclectic culture and traditional cuisine. Parisian-inspired Cafe de la Presse continues the trend with international literature, classic fare, and the age-old pastime of dining, relaxing, and conversing in a vibrant atmosphere.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Café
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 398-2680
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Mr. Patrick Albert
  • Catering
    Depending on the number of people and the type of party, we can tailor a special menu and provide some advice.
  • Private party facilities
    We can provide semi-private parties; private accommodations may be possible by closing the downstairs dining room. Please call the restaurant for details.
  • Area
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Cross Street
    Bush St.
  • Parking details
    There is a public lot nearby on Bush St. There is also valet parking at the Hotel Triton.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,919 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Francisco

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe de la Presse is a charming Parisian escape in San Francisco, offering "excellent on all levels" experiences with exquisite dishes like coq-au-vin and scallop penne. Enjoy brunch with "absolutely best eggs Benedict" and "outstanding" Bloody Marys. While famed for its ambiance, service can vary during busy times.

1,919 Reviews
  1. Elena

    Los Angeles

    49 reviews

    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this French bistro feel but the prices have gotten so high and the food wasn’t that great. I ordered the chicken salad with dressing on the side and it came drenched in dressing and our waitress, who was lovely, had gone on break so too much time had passed to ask for a replacement. A side of fries is $12?! I paid less for truffle fries at a Beverly Hills hotel. They did not rush us which was nice as we hadn’t seen each other for a while and we sat there for almost 2 hours.

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  2. Jeannie

    VIP

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved this cute little restaurant. Great cheese plate and very nice wine.

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  3. Ted

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect romantic restaurant for Valentine's Day. Delicious food.

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  4. Michael

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been wanting to dine here for quite sometime now, and the experience did not disappoint in the least bit. Wonderful decor that transports you back in time. Service was excellent and the food was exquisite. I ordered the coq-au-vin for lunch and paired with a glass of Bordeaux, it was just the ticket. I highly recommend this place.

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  5. Wayne

    Sacramento

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 15 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our new favorite for lunch in San Francisco. A very Parisian ambiance. Excellent on all levels.

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  6. Miguel

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service, we went for brunch and love it. Perfect location for just walk around after or before eating.

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  7. Frances

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for lunch - good food and service. Lovely time here always.

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  8. Maricar

    VIP

    San Francisco

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good service.. food does not disappoint.. drinks were good too.

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  9. Cynthia

    VIP

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely best eggs Benedict for brunch in SF. Bloody Marys outstanding.

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  10. Natalie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our go to spot when we visit the city but today was super busy and under staffed ..

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FAQs

Cafe de la Presse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 398-2680.

Cafe de la Presse is rated 4.6 stars by 1919 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe de la Presse

352 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bush St.
  • Area
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Café
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a public lot nearby on Bush St. There is also valet parking at the Hotel Triton.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mr. Patrick Albert
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (415) 398-2680
  • Catering
    Depending on the number of people and the type of party, we can tailor a special menu and provide some advice.
  • Private party facilities
    We can provide semi-private parties; private accommodations may be possible by closing the downstairs dining room. Please call the restaurant for details.
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