Firefly Restaurant

4.9

3002 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Vegetarian-friendly

We serve food that, more often than not, accesses that part of our deepest soul where genuine expression can flow forth. We have always tried to give our food and service our best selves, as honest and vulnerable as we can muster. We strive to be a place where you might actually have a real connection; maybe with your server, maybe with your food or maybe with your possibly gracious host who is ACTUALLY glad you’re there.

Oh, you wanted a restaurant description? Sorry. Can’t really help you there. We’re not so big on labels. Our food is hard to nail down as we are constantly evolving and entirely seasonal and personal. We’ve used “Food you eat” as a tag line on occasion and that remains accurate. We could also describe it as “Food we really want you to eat”. When you’re here, tell us what you would call it.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(415) 821-7652
Website
http://www.fireflysf.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Haley Sausner

Location
4288 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Area
Noe Valley
Cross Street
Douglass
Parking details
Pretty easy street parking (for San Francisco), but give yourself a few extra minutes.
Public transit
35 Eureka stops right out front.1 block from 48 Quintara (Diamond St.)2 blocks from 24 Divisadero (Castro St.)
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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What 3,002 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

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Francisco Bay Area
Contemporary American
San Francisco
Healthy
San Francisco
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Firefly Restaurant in Noe Valley is a "gem" for delightful gluten-free dining. Known for its creative menu and attentive service, it caters to various dietary needs without compromising on flavor. Diners rave about its warm atmosphere and standout dishes like the "furikake-crusted trout" and "fried chicken." A perfect spot for a memorable culinary experience!

3,002 Reviews

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Geoff
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I haven't been to Firefly in a year or so - and the food and service continues to be outstanding. I was extremely disappointed to see they've followed the pack of adding a 6% SF Health (which is not mandated by the city, but is a way for restaurants to hide what is effectively an increase in their price - and theirs is higher than I've seen elsewhere). Why should restaurants add such a fee while other stores subject to the same regulations do not? As a result of that junk fee which I see as a form of false advertising - I'm unlikely to return.
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Bob
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great neighborhood place with creative food. Great for gluten-free dining.
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Brian
Toronto
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great from start to finish Loved every minute Many Thanks
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Gary
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
i have been eating here for 20 years and it is one of my favorite go to places to eat. everyone who i have taken here loves the place. the food is extraordinary and has a very good wine list. the pricing is super reasonable considering the quality. Firefly also has the best vegetarian options i have ever found - i am not one but i often order these options as they are so good. the fact that they have been going for so long is because they are that good. do yourself a favor and eat here. you will never get tired of this place. ciao
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Mark
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Firefly is always a joy. We ate in the parklet under heat lamps and enjoyed every morsel.
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Fred
VIP
San Francisco
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience at Firefly. From the moment we walked in the ambience and service was lovely. Food was absolutely delicious with a wide variety of choices and amazing vegetarian and fish choices. I highly recommend this neighborhood gem that has stood the test of time. Enjoy.
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Ari
VIP
San Francisco
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a warm, welcoming restaurant. The service was excellent and the food—superb!
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Neva
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Yum delish veggie dishes - great for my vegan friends
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Richard
Charleston
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have to come to Firefly at least once per trip to San Francisco! It’s the epitome of a. Neighborhood gem. Food. Ambience. Energy and service is terrific. Love firefly !
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Michael
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I enjoyed the Brussels sprouts, fried chicken and squash special. Servers (Dulce was our primary server) were very friendly on a busy Friday night.
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Firefly Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 3002 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 30 times today

4288 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Douglass
Area
Noe Valley
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Pretty easy street parking (for San Francisco), but give yourself a few extra minutes.
Public transit
35 Eureka stops right out front.1 block from 48 Quintara (Diamond St.)2 blocks from 24 Divisadero (Castro St.)
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Haley Sausner
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.fireflysf.com/
Phone number
(415) 821-7652

Firefly Restaurant

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Popular dishes

Fried Heritage Chicken

Griddled Daikon Radish Cakes

Key Lime Pie

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What 3,002 people are saying

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Diners' Choice Awards

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