Gambit Lounge

4.6

12 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

26 Nov 2024

22:30

Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour
Neighbourhood gem

Located in the heart of the bustling San Francisco Hayes Valley neighborhood, Gambit is a place of understated elegance and subtle sophistication where a meticulously crafted cocktail meets a glass of fine wine, and both are complemented by satisfying and heartwarming foods inspired by the cuisines of Central and Eastern Europe. Our menu is designed for a family style, sharable dining experience based on locally sourced ingredients. We offer a creative cocktail list as well as broad and eclectic selection of wines.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, European, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 846-4562
Website
http://www.gambitlounge.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
581 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102-4213
Area
Western Addition
Cross Street
Laguna Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
MUNI: 21 Hayes (Hayes & Laguna)<br />BART: Civic Center

Charcuterie PlateUS$24.00
Prosciutto San Daniele, Spanish Chorizo, Smoked Country Ham, Manchego, Brie
House Cured SalmonUS$16.00
Horseradish Cream Cheese, Capers, Red Onion, Dark Rye Bread
Crab DipUS$22.00
Crispy Onions, Cheese, Griddled Sourdough
MeatballsUS$19.00
House Ground Pork and Beef, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan
Pierogi Dumplings (4)US$18.00
Beef Short Rib - Porcini Mushrooms, Bordelaise Sauce; Cheddar Garlic - Bacon, Sage Butter; Spicy Pork - Chili Vinegar
Baked FocacciaUS$16.00
Mushroom: Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce; Braised Beef: Housemade Pesto: Mozzarella, Kalamata Olive
White Kielbasa SausageUS$22.00
Sauerkraut, Potato Salad, Cwikla
Smoked Hunter's SausageUS$22.00
chimichurri potatoes, caramelized onions
Seared GnocchiUS$18.00
Blue Cheese Cream Sauce, Fresh Dill
Roasted Chicken with PestoUS$24.00
Cannelini Beans, Braised Kale, Fennel
Cheesy Roasted PotatoesUS$14.00
Gouda, Red Chimichurri, Creamy Dressing
Josey's Warm Bread ServiceUS$10.00
Wonder Bread Levain, Mushroom Butter, Pickles
Tres Leches Bread PuddingUS$12.00
Dark Chocolate, Vanilla Cream Sauce

What 12 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 all time ratings

4.3Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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12 Reviews

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Michael
Tahoe
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Old world ambiance meets current SF vibe. We shared six small plates between four people and couldn't finish them all. Each was a vibrant taste experience. Especially notable were the Beef Pierogi Dumplings which were uniquely savory. For a light meal, before the theater, the Cheesy Roasted Potatoes and Roasted Beet Salad would satisfy two. Edward, the owner, served one hit after the other, knowing how to serve encore after encore of deliciousness.
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Lisa
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We loved finding Gabit in Hayes Valley. Outstanding dumplings, very shareable plates and our vegetarian daughter was able to order something delicious. Great bar and cocktails! Fun spot to dine on the bustling Hayes St. We will be back.
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jon
San Francisco
76 reviews
vip
4.0
76 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
chicken on avocado salad lacked moisture & sufficient seasoning other dishes good as were the drinks good pre-show bite love jr
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Marguerite
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 8 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Loved the sausages and the front booth! Our service was pretty bad though. They forgot a dish and when we asked about it they never followed up. We also booked a reservation on a weekday. It wasn’t busy at all but they sat us at a table where a private party was being held so we needed to move tables. Overall still a good place but was a little disappointed with the service.
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Tony
San Francisco
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 4 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gambit is a gem with exceptional cocktails, attentive service and a beautifully designed space. The evolving food menu keeps things fresh, and wondering what's next. Whether you're after a great drink or a fresh meal, Gambit consistently delivers. Highly recommended!
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FoodieGal
San Francisco
111 reviews
vip
4.0
111 reviews
Dined on 4 June 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great cocktails, great service, and was the perfect pre-show bite for us. Will definitely be returning.
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MarkusF
San Francisco
82 reviews
vip
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on 24 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We again enjoyed good food with friendly and fast service in a nice bar environment.
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Lars90274
San Francisco
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gambit was excellent, great service and people, great drinks, and really good food!
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AJMH
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The menu on opentable has not been updated if it looks like there are good vegetarian/pescatarian options.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 28 January 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great place to start your night out. A reservation ultimately wasn’t needed but err on the side of caution and get one just in case.
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Gambit Lounge is rated 4.6 stars by 12 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

26 Nov 2024

22:30

581 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102-4213

Additional information

Cross Street
Laguna Street
Area
Western Addition
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, European, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
MUNI: 21 Hayes (Hayes & Laguna)BART: Civic Center

Website
http://www.gambitlounge.com/
Phone number
(415) 846-4562

Gambit Lounge

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Menu

Dinner Menu

Charcuterie PlateUS$24.00

House Cured SalmonUS$16.00

Crab DipUS$22.00

MeatballsUS$19.00

Pierogi Dumplings (4)US$18.00

Baked FocacciaUS$16.00

White Kielbasa SausageUS$22.00

Smoked Hunter's SausageUS$22.00

Seared GnocchiUS$18.00

Roasted Chicken with PestoUS$24.00

Cheesy Roasted PotatoesUS$14.00

Josey's Warm Bread ServiceUS$10.00

Tres Leches Bread PuddingUS$12.00

What 12 people are saying

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