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Mezzanine Private Dining Space - Foreign Cinema, San Francisco, CA
Indoor Dining Room - Foreign Cinema, San Francisco, CA
Outdoor Courtyard - Foreign Cinema, San Francisco, CA
Outdoor Courtyard - Foreign Cinema, San Francisco, CA
Foreign Cinema, San Francisco, CA

Foreign Cinema

4.7
4.7
8896 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 160 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
Foreign Cinema is a one-of-a-kind, nationally acclaimed restaurant blending independent films with California-Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoy a stylish indoor dining room with a full bar and fireplace, or relax in our heated and covered outdoor courtyard where 35mm film screenings begin at dusk.

For those seeking a more intimate experience, our private dining options include the mezzanine, amate terrace, and gallery, thoughtfully curated by Modernism West. Our vibrant DJ/live music bar, Laszlo, serves craft cocktails, zero-proof options, a full dinner menu, and lively tunes to end your night.

We are currently accepting reservations for both the heated and covered outdoor patio and indoor dining up to 60 days in advance. Standard seating refers to indoor dining. For groups of 9 or more, please reach out to our private dining department at janine@foreigncinema.com for booking details.

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  • Location
    2534 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94110
  • Phone number
    (415) 648-7600 ext. 0
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We recommend parking at the Bartlett Garage located on 21st St between Valencia and Mission.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gayle Pirie & John Clark

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  • Guest Chef Series: Hiro Sone

    20 Mar 2025 only
    Our Guest Chef Series is a collaboration with remarkable chefs who have made their mark in San Francisco Bay Area culinary history. Hiro Sone is an acclaimed, award-winning Bay Area chef. Responsible for AME and Terra, two distinguished restaurants that showcase his immutable style of fusing Japanese and Californian cuisine traditions. Join us to experience and taste the memorable flavors of these distinguished culinary leaders. These are non-ticketed events with an à la carte menu.
    Guest Chef Series: Hiro Sone photo

  • Guest Chef Series: Bruce Hill

    8 May 2025 only
    Our Guest Chef Series is a collaboration with remarkable chefs who have made their mark in San Francisco Bay Area culinary history. Bruce Hill is a celebrated chef and restaurateur known for his passion and innovative cuisine. His mark in San Francisco is unsurpassed with world class dining destinations such as Zero Zero, Bix, Piccino, Waterfront Restaurant, Pizzeria Picco, and Oritalia. Join us to experience and taste the memorable flavors of these distinguished culinary leaders. These are non-ticketed events with an à la carte menu.
    Guest Chef Series: Bruce Hill photo

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What 8,896 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked

  • San Francisco

    Californian

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Foreign Cinema offers a unique dining experience in San Francisco with a charming ambiance and delightful food. Guests rave about the "exceptional experience," "amazing food and service," and "beautiful atmosphere." While some mention service inconsistencies, the restaurant remains a favorite for its "superb cocktails" and "classic SF vibe." Highly recommended for special occasions.
8,896 Reviews

  1. Tracy

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious meal at Foreign Cinema. The food is outstanding and we took our 9 year old and she loved the kids menu. Samuel our server was friendly and attentive, extremely knowledgeable and really made our evening. Such a great restaurant, we will definitely go back soon.

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  2. THOMAS

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been visiting family in SF over the past few years and whenever I am in SF I look forward to having a meal at Foreign Cinema. The service is always top notch as well as the good.

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  3. Tina

    New York City

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was very cool. The pork chop was divine and so was the duck breast. Drinks were delicious. The sour note was the service: waited for a glass of wine till half way through the meal; bread orders took too long. Server returned rarely to check on our table. Nice food, service needs improvement.

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  4. Erica

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food and excellent service. Seating was a bit cramped, but the unique atmosphere and exceptional food made up for it.

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  5. Carolyn

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My absolute favorite restaurant in sf. Consistently amazing - both the food and service

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  6. Karin

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, all the servers were excellent. Harmony was one of them.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Prix fixe was a great deal Loved all of the things I tasted

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  8. Nicholas

    VIP

    New York City

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Cool spot and good food. Probably would go again for a romantic date. The lighting is terrible. Most of the tables inside have a spotlight directly overhead. Made me feel like I was being interrogated all night and makes photos looks bad. Food was good and waiter was ok. I asked what a dish was and he wasnt very helpful at explaining it.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, Great Customer Service. It was amazing.

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  10. Danice

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect. Delicious food, great wine, friendly, attentive staff. Just superb.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Foreign Cinema offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 648-7600 ext. 0.

Foreign Cinema is rated 4.7 stars by 8896 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 160 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Foreign Cinema

2534 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94110

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (415) 648-7600 ext. 0
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We recommend parking at the Bartlett Garage located on 21st St between Valencia and Mission.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gayle Pirie & John Clark

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