Top of the Mark

4.3

853 Reviews

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

31 Dec 2024

21:30

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Romantic

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Top of the Mark will not be open for cocktails on Dec. 24, 25, 31, and Jan. 1, 2025 due to our Holidays at the Mark events taking place on those days. Thank you for your understanding.

Number 1 in California and San Francisco, and 2nd in the nation on USAToday's 10 Best Hotel Bars.

Nestled on the 19th floor of the historic InterContinental Mark Hopkins, Top of the Mark's breathtaking panoramic views of San Francisco's skyline and iconic landmarks, including the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, the enigmatic Alcatraz, Union Square, and more, will leave you spellbound. Sip on our signature cocktails as you soak in the atmosphere of timeless sophistication. Our appetizer and dessert selection will tantalize your taste buds, with options that complement our cocktails perfectly. What's more, we offer live entertainment each Saturday evening, where you can let the music move you on the dance floor.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary American, International
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:30 am
Phone number
(415) 392-3434
Website
http://www.topofthemark.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Jose Tibbits
Private party facilities
For parties of 25 or more, including full buyouts, please contact Nicole Schafer, Director of Catering & Conference Services at nicole.schafer@ihg.com.

Location
Number One Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA 94108
Area
Nob Hill
Cross Street
California & Mason Streets
Parking details
Valet parking is available for Sunday Brunch. Hotel garage entrance is on California Street just east of Mason Street. Extremely limited street parking available.
Public transit
Powell Street Cable Car; California Street Cable Car
Entertainment
Live entertainment every Saturday evening from 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm (cover fee of $15 applies; $10 for in-house guests). Visit topofthemark.com for full entertainment lineup. PLEASE NOTE: Guests under the age of 21 are not permitted after 9:30 pm.
Additional
Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options

Experiences

New Year's Eve Gala - $550 per person (21+ only)
US$550.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Ring in the New Year at Top of the Mark's Gala, with gourmet dining, live music, and spectacular views to toast the year ahead in style. Includes pre-dinner reception, 5-course dinner, party keepsakes, Libation Lounge, performance by The Mark Hopkins Orchestra, midnight toast, and balloon drop. Reception at 8:00 pm; Dinner at 9:30 pm; Evening concludes at 1:00 am. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellations made more than TWO weeks prior to the reservation date are free of charge. Cancellations within two weeks will incur a full charge of $550 per person fee. Prices quoted are subject to tax & gratuity.
New Year's Day - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12)
US$0.00 - US$200.00 per person
1 Jan 2025 only
Start 2025 with a sumptuous brunch at the Top of the Mark, offering delicious cuisine and sweeping views to kick off the New Year! IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellations made more than one week prior to the reservation date are free of charge. Cancellations within a week will incur a $29 per person fee. Prices quoted are subject to tax & gratuity.

What 853 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Francisco Bay Area
Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Top of the Mark offers "spectacular views" of San Francisco, making it a prime spot for sunsets. Guests rave about the "amazing ambience" and "delicious cocktails." While some reviews mention service inconsistencies, the live music and historic charm create a "special night out." Ideal for memorable occasions.

853 Reviews

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Sarah
VIP
San Francisco
70 reviews
4.0
70 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a lovely space and amazing view from all around the place. It’s really a must visit location. We enjoyed the ahi tuna poke and the asparagus flatbread with some nice sparkling wine. I have enjoyed their cocktails in the past as well. Don’t expect a bargain, but remember that you are paying for great service and the amazing views.
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Josephine
San Francisco
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a special way to end the year! The service was excellent. My non-alcoholic drink was delicious as were our appetizers. Dress up and enjoy this San Francisco landmark!
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Dennis
San Francisco
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Its not what it used to be. Too loud, too run down, just a tourist trap now with no unique quality. Great views but that’s it.
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Dwight
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Not as good as we expected and remembered. Patrons not dressed up as much. Great views, of course, but nothing special. All and all, it was OK but still disappointing.
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KEVIN
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We thought it was okay for a 'one off" Christmas experience in San Francisco but believe it was overly subscribed and too busy. To include Turkey would be nice next year with Christmas Pudding...
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Isabell
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting with great food, music and view!
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Linda
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been enjoying Christmas Brunch at the Top of the Mark for over 25 years. This year was the best organized and the "people flow" was so much better. Excellent food and the lovely young woman who made my yummy omelet was so professional and crisp and fun to watch. I understand that the new manager, is Amu" I think is her name, who wore a spectacular magenta dress, kept everything smoothly running and was so gracious. I had the privilege of thanking her personally. Frank was our expert server (he has worked there over 25 years) and he was unruffled and did not miss a beat even when dealing with the crass and rude and snarky pair who sat behind us. THANK YOU Mark Hopkins for making our Christmas, yet again, memorable.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We’ve been coming to Top of the Mark for Christmas Day brunch for the last 15 years, and it has become a cherished tradition for our family. The ambiance is always festive, and the service continues to be exceptional year after year. The staff are attentive, warm, and truly enhance the holiday experience. However, we’ve noticed a gradual decline in food quality over the years, which has been disappointing for such a premium event. The menu used to feel more exciting and well-rounded, but this year, a notable absence was the waffle station. My kids were particularly upset, as it was always a highlight for them. In its place, my 10-year-old discovered the caviar station—and made eight visits! While it’s amusing that they’ve now developed a taste for caviar, the lack of kid-friendly staples like waffles was a letdown. Top of the Mark holds a special place in our hearts, and we hope the team takes this feedback into account. Balancing tradition with high-quality offerings would ensure the brunch continues to be a highlight of the season for families like ours.
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Lois
VIP
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dinner at the Top of the Mark was wonderful. Very festive, great views, delicious food. The servers kept refilling our glasses with bubbly.
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Jenny
VIP
Monaco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top of the Mark never disappoints!! We’ve been coming to the Christmas Eve buffet for 25+ years. We always request Joe to be our server as he is the best!! He is friendly, attentive and just the sweetest person. Food is delicious, although the dessert selection is a bit of a let down. Decorations, live piano music, the view all make the evening so special. One particular issue I have with some of the diners is that they look like they just rolled out of bed. Jeans and sneakers are not appropriate and I wish there was a dress code. It doesn’t get any more elegant, people should have more respect with how they present themselves. Just my opinion.
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Top of the Mark is rated 4.3 stars by 853 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

31 Dec 2024

21:30

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Number One Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA 94108

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
California & Mason Streets
Area
Nob Hill
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:30 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary American, International
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available for Sunday Brunch. Hotel garage entrance is on California Street just east of Mason Street. Extremely limited street parking available.
Public transit
Powell Street Cable Car; California Street Cable Car
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Jose Tibbits
Entertainment
Live entertainment every Saturday evening from 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm (cover fee of $15 applies; $10 for in-house guests). Visit topofthemark.com for full entertainment lineup. PLEASE NOTE: Guests under the age of 21 are not permitted after 9:30 pm.
Additional
Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.topofthemark.com/
Phone number
(415) 392-3434
Private party facilities
For parties of 25 or more, including full buyouts, please contact Nicole Schafer, Director of Catering & Conference Services at nicole.schafer@ihg.com.

Top of the Mark

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

New Year's Eve Gala - $550 per person (21+ only)

New Year's Day - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12)

Menu

What 853 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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Dining areas

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