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Fog City

4.2

Based on 862 reviews

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Mark S

22:22 24 May 20

Whole place gives off a noir vibe, and it’s cool to be a part of when you eat there. Reminds me of the 60s, but with a... modern twist. The food is amazing as well, and you can tell the design was a very big part of the marketing that came from this place. I would definitely recommend this place if you’re just visiting.read more

Gabriel Flores

01:34 25 Apr 20

Took a girlfriend here a few years ago and loved it. Unfortunately, she turned out to be Mrs. X, the notorious axe... murderer who could sing Only You in six different languages, so it didn't quite work out. Nevertheless, we loved Fog City diner. I highly recommend taking a walk in the rain after your meal.read more

Cecilia Moran

15:08 24 Feb 20

We celebrated my husbands 70th birthday at Fog City this past Saturday. We had 45 guests. The manager in charge,... Fatima and her staff treated us like royalty!! They took care of all the details and provided our guests with a wonderful experience. The venue beautiful, the food delicious, the service superb! Everyone enjoyed the party and I highly recommend Fog City for special events.Cecilia Sullivanread more

Alex Cutrim

05:26 31 Jan 20

Pleasantly surprised, it's classic diner facade is deceiving. Contemporary ambiance with a young crowd. Had the smoked... chicken wings which I thought was too spicy for my taste but otherwise colorful and bold flavor. The smoked brisket was cooked to perfection but had a little too much fatty ends. The combination with the gnocchi and sour cream was harmonious and appealing. Friends had the cheese burger which they described with top praise.read more

A Brady

21:51 19 Jan 20

We stopped in after a walk on the pier for a glass of wine and appetizers. Sat at the bar, pretty good view back to the... pier and street. Kale salad and truffle fries were great, as well as the wine selectionread more

Arun Chandrashekharapuram

22:38 31 Dec 19

Excellent 👍pizza. The bread was lesser than average, while the cheese and mushrooms were greater than average.... Good service. Good music.read more

Arun Chandrashekharapuram

22:35 31 Dec 19

Excellent 👌 pizza. The bread was not much, but the cheese and mushrooms were in decent quantities. The... service was good. Good music.read more

Carlos V

21:16 27 Dec 19

More of a San Francisco tourist spot to me. The food is okay. Small collection of sandwiches (burgers, turkey burger,... salmon, fried chicken), salads (salmon, chicken, etc.) and side dishes (fries, calamari, etc). Nothing seemed notable to me. Good food, but nothing you can't get at other American cuisine restaurants at likely lower prices with possibly better flavors. 3 stars for average, but only a spot I would go to for convenience.read more

Sedat Kapanoglu

18:28 23 Dec 19

Wood Grilled Chicken Salad is one of the best salads I've had in my life and I don't even like salad that must tell you... something. Margarita pizza is also quite good; the wood oven really makes a difference. Chocolate Mousse is out of this world. They occasionally carry some good soups. Amazing staff.read more

Colette Rodgers-Grizzell

09:47 20 Dec 19

After a long flight, we stopped in for dinner on the way home. Great atmosphere. Food was good. My husband enjoyed his... steak and roasted veggies. I had the sole on top of green beans. It was tasty with the wine we chose. I think the place itself adds to the experience. Staff was also friendly. Nice spot.read more

Daniel Dipasquo

04:59 17 Nov 19

My old time favorite. Used to come here many years ago before they renovated. Recently had a chance to go again. Very... nice. Right on Embarcadero, across the street from the water. Good food, drinks, and service. Great place to hang out.read more

Matthew Weiler

21:08 09 Nov 19

Great location with a nice view. The service was fine, not spectacular. The food was, not to be redundant, fine.I... don't drink, so there is a large part of the overall experience that I didn't partake of.read more

Raz Lev

04:32 04 Nov 19

The food was good and the service super friendly and professional. The veggie burger was very good and the kids grill... cheese was tasty and enough to probably feed a hungry adult. The coffee is also worth noting, it was delicious.read more

Luis Guzman

22:15 02 Nov 19

Wonderful food and atmosphere! Small, yet comfortable place for a great bite to eat. The service was great and very... friendly! The food was scrumptious! I loved their fries!read more

Shannon Mairston

10:47 23 Oct 19

I believe this place is truly underrated! We picked this spot to have brunch on a Sunday morning after my cousin... proposed to his now fiancé and had a group of 18 people. As you may know, it's hard to find reservations for brunch for a large party like this for brunch, especially in San Francisco. So when I came across this place, I said eff it and made reservations. We were running late of course, I called the restaurant and they said no worries and gave us a 30 minutes window. Once we got there we were seated right away at long tables by the entrance. I wish there were large party booth seatings but this was good even though it did feel like the two tables had separate conversations going. For some reason service did lag a bit when it came to ordering drinks and the men in our party found it faster to get drinks from the actual bar that was right behind our seating. The food was awesome though. I had the crab toast off their brunch menu. And the Mac and cheese was also bomb! Some of the girls ordered their salad and a pizza too. They said it was great!read more

Suzanne Seraphin

04:16 17 Oct 19

The food was great. The service good. The atmosphere was very unique. A very "San Francisco " place. Noise level was... high was the only problem.read more

Tim Wagner

23:08 15 Oct 19

Great deviled eggs and fried chicken, plus decent salads, pizza, and drinks make this a nice spot where Battery and... Embarcadero come together. Outdoor sidewalk seating is sweet when the sun's out (though your server might visit you a little less often). On a recent visit the men's room needed some attention, but overall a solid place.read more

Rainee Daze

21:42 15 Sep 19

Went on 9/12 Thursday around 5:10pm, and loved our experience. We chose outside seating as it was a beautiful day, and... I wish I could remember our servers name because he was PHENOMENAL. I got the wood fired margarita pizza, my partner got the burger and fries, and both were amazing. I would 100% come here again. Clean, friendly, considerate.read more

Rob Engle

18:39 29 Aug 19

Food was amazing. The service was amazing. Had a great time. Get the fried chicken. You will not be disappointed.

Erin McCrary

02:53 29 Aug 19

Great service! Amazing food! The truffle fries and grilled cauliflower were awesome. Best meal we had in San Francisco!

Leif N.

16:59 25 Aug 19

Seems like a popular place with tourists. I stop in here for lunch once or twice a month. Decent beer list and spirit... selection. Food is better than you might expect. Think upscale Denny's.read more

Ashlea Cochran

21:43 22 Aug 19

Cool place with great service. Didnt have the food but it looked/smelled yummy. Drinks were good. Lots of windows and... light but not much of a view...faces 2 roads can hardly see the bay.read more

Frances Cox

19:42 13 Aug 19

Classic SF restaurant that is near the pier and has since been renovated. I like how they can hold a private large... party and reservation in the corner of the restaurant. The layout is like a diner, but my family was able to have the babies run around the corner area. Casual dining with good eats! The skirt steak was seasoned well and they were accommodating with just veggies as choice of sides instead of fries! Beet sauce and asparagus was the substitute and it was great! Pork chop was grilled and cooked nicely as well! Brussels sprouts were crisp as appetizer, Caesar salad was dressed up swell and trfries were addictive! They gave little calamari and wings were on the dry side. Fresh oysters - can't complain on that part. Thin beignets were ordered for dessert. Nicely puffed and fresh and dough to my liking. The creamy espresso dip was more preferred than the chocolate. Service was attentive.Convenient and contemporary.read more

Ron Gatherum

15:51 12 Aug 19

Only had drinks at this place. Drinks were good and the bar tender was very attentive and knowledgeable. She really... knew her stuff!!read more

Kate Dixon

21:01 06 Aug 19

Went here a few years back for a birthday dinner, and I was very impressed with the high quality of food and service.... Our waiter struck the perfect balance between affable and professional. Fog City has a great view of the Embarcadero and a cozy yet elegant ambience.read more

Tavia

00:24 05 Aug 19

This place had a really fun vibe, and is a short distance from the tourist area, but set back from the road so it felt... very quiet. I had the cheeseburger and it was one of the best burgers I’ve ever eaten!read more

Allen Watson

10:06 01 Aug 19

Fog City has a strong legacy in the SF area and did not disappoint. Although it can be busy, our waiter recommended the... fish tacos which were outstanding. With the freshest of ingredients, the fish were seasoned with a delectable blend of spices and topped with a lime, cilantro, guacamole and sauce that had my tastebuds tingling. They have a nice selection of wine and microbrews to complement dining selections. Our wait staff and hostess were extremely polite, welcoming and professional and we had a terrific experienceread more

B. MIchael McFarland

05:58 26 Jul 19

Fantastic food and staff. The terrible parking situation and awful acoustics are reason for 4 not 5 stars.

Mark Downing

21:27 28 Jun 19

After a 20+ year period since my last visit, I stopped here to show my wife where I first dined in SF. I initially... came because of the Visa commercial, which divulges my age range! On-street parking was easier than expected. The decor and menu have changed, but we still had a wonderful lunch. Both of us follow keto, so I got the open-faced tuna melt “sandwich” on top of lettuce leaves instead of sourdough. My wife got the salmon salad. Both were excellent. In fact, the tuna salad was the best I’ve had ... by far! No canned tuna was used! All-in-all ... a wonderful first stop in San Francisco. And not a homeless person in sight!read more

Brittany Andrews

19:11 27 Jun 19

This place had fantastic food and excellent service! I had the breadsticks and pizza. The ginger beer was so... refreshing. Loved it!read more

Priyanka Dhavle

03:11 06 Jun 19

This place offers the best of drinks & food to go with it. Their wood fired pizzas are the best, we loved the Fennel... Sausage one, clubbed with the White Russian drink! And the hospitality of the staff catches your eye.read more

Marco Madden

02:45 12 May 19

My preferred spot for delicious american food. staff is always timely even when they have a full house. had a sister... come into town and asked me to take her here again. prices were good for how much you get.read more

Paul Hawxby

04:28 25 Apr 19

The food that wasn't burnt tasted nice, but to be honest the pizza's shouldn't have been served in the condition they... left the oven. $9 for fries?? I wouldn't waste your time. Overpriced and underwhelming.Edit 1. Waiter just came to clear our table of plates. Took our unfinished drinks too. What the hell is going on with this place.Edit 2. The price is not the price. In addition to taxes which is expected there's a 5% surcharge which is in tiny small print. Why is this not part of the damn price if they've bothered to add small printread more

Dan Chen

16:04 12 Apr 19

The food are very good, and most of the drinks are great. I would come here at night for the vibe, the interior... lighting and the layout are great during the night, it feels familiar friendly but also great for a date night. Very friend staff, good service and clean restroom.read more

Tommie B

07:10 06 Apr 19

Seen this place along the Embarcadero for years. It was used in the movie "So I Married an Axe Murderer". Finally tried... it. Fantastic food! (Had the brisket and the pork chop). Very friendly server (thanks Brittney). Nice view of the bay. Nice atmosphere. Plan to come again.(Seven months later.) Back in the city for some fun. Had to come back to Fog City. Wasn't disappointed. Food still great. Even had Brittney serve us again, and she did a great job (thanks Brittney!)(Another three months) The pork chops are gone and so is Brittney. Bummer. But the baby back ribs were fantastic.read more

Kevin Jaskela

23:41 26 Mar 19

UPDATE: I heard it was renovated! I need to check it out soon.This is a memorable spot for a date for sure. Although,... the decor inside this tin can doesn't scream sexy and intimate it is definitely a memorable spot for city goers or tourists just looking for something... different.The Jalapeño cornbread is pretty special. Not unique to SF menus but it's got great flavor and packs a little punch. Try it with the clam chowder and you'll be good to go for a starter. The food is simple but elegantly prepared and the service is upscale, so don't worry about it actually feeling like a diner. You'll be surprised by your experience once inside. This isn't a local SF hangout so if you don't mind a tourist or bridge & tunnel folk then grab a seat, but I recommend a reservation first.read more

Cas Fil

16:56 16 Feb 19

The FOOD was really good. The place is in a great location and it's warm and inviting. Prices are NOT unreasonable and... the menu has variety from crafted burgers to steak. Salads are amazing and appear to use local sources produce. This is a great place for working professionals, tourists, and families with children. I recommendfor ambiance, location, service, food menu variety, price, and quality of FOOD.read more

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Fog City

3.5

Based on 855 Reviews

Ronan F.

2023-02-03 14:22:45

Great spot for lunch, drinks and family friendly. A party of 7 of us stopped by (3 kids) and we were treated amazingly by Brittany, our server who went...

Jennifer L.

2022-12-27 18:42:44

Great family restaurant that is really close to the Exploratorium. They had a selection of alcohol free cocktails which were fun for all. We ordered...

Jim G.

2022-12-26 17:56:30

Disappointing. I ate here 20 years ago and it was extremely good. The burger was one of the best I have ever had. It appears to have changed ownership...

Brooke Y.

2022-11-23 15:55:57

Tried twice with similar results: disappointment. I was working around the corner and looking for a salad. There isn't too much in the area if the food...

Cal M.

2022-11-14 18:00:02

One star only because I can't give zero. Stopped in for happy hour 11/14/22 and I grabbed a seat at the bar. Before introducing himself or asking what I...

Gina C.

2022-10-24 16:39:53

First time visit. We needed a close, quality place to eat before catching our flight home. Cute place, small with lots of charm. Loved their decor and...

Brooke T.

2022-09-11 13:30:43

My husband and I were doing the night tour on alcatraz when we decided to stop for a drink and a quick bite before we left. We stopped at Fog City which...

Christopher D.

2022-08-05 09:44:51

Smokey charcoal briquettes permeate the air with a warm and inviting aroma, the hand tossed pizza therefore cannot be missed by any sound reasoning. Before...

Mark C.

2022-08-02 21:56:51

Everything was delicious. I have visited the original Fog City Diner 15 years ago. I was happy to find this gem in the same location. The menu is very...

Lisa X.

2022-07-23 18:09:53

Located in a historic neighborhood, Fog City (Diner) first opened in 1985. This exact location housed prior diners/restaurant(s) that held some interesting...

Jim R.

2022-05-28 06:18:54

Great burger and laid back place. Wound up there last night of trip and good place to wrap it up

Mary O.

2022-05-26 21:36:08

We just had our our Son's wedding rehearsal dinner for 80 people at Fog city and everything was perfect! The food was delicious, the staff were attentive...

Sarasvati M.

2022-04-16 12:14:48

Lovely place, tasty brunch and great service. I'll definitely go again. Next time I want to try the fried chicken.

Dari P.

2022-03-14 20:23:46

I am on another coastal cruise. We stopped in San Francisco for the day. I walked 5 miles today!! This restaurant is across the street from the ship...

Anika S.

2022-01-29 19:50:58

Decided to check this place out on a Friday evening. When we got there, it wasn't too busy which was nice because we were about 20 mins early for our...

Emily N.

2022-01-24 23:13:23

I love this little spot!!! There aren't a ton of food options in the North Beach area - and given this is where my office is (fun, lol) I was excited to try...

J K.

2022-01-20 15:19:42

Quality food, nice open atmosphere, excellent management (Brett) and service team! John Kranz

Endonezia S.

2022-01-19 13:02:36

This place was so nice. We found the restaurant while driving by on vacation and decided to park and go in. The food was so good & the service was...

Carey Ellen S.

2022-01-01 21:17:27

Excellent food, excellent service from Pedro, best overall experience this trip, and we'll definitely be back!

Savannah R.

2021-12-11 04:52:24

My friend and I wanted to try Fog City, especially since we were in the area. I ordered the Cheeseburger with extra grilled onions and fries. The meal was...

Robyn G.

2021-11-27 22:10:45

Pleasantly surprised. The service was great. Outside dining with a fair amount of social distancing. Had the Goddess salad, Rib eye was cooked well....

Allen T.

2021-10-27 14:59:57

After not going to the gym for 18 months, I finally signed up for a trial membership at the Bay Club. I'm not quite sure how I feel about the Bay Club just...

Deborah E.

2021-09-26 12:58:04

So disappointed! Our server was very attentive, so that was good, but not much else. Timing- both we and the people next to us had multiple courses arrive...

Leah B.

2021-09-20 13:35:00

Love the reincarnated Fog City! The salads are terrific, especially the grilled chicken one. In fact, anything related to grilled chicken is divine here....

renu p.

2021-08-28 16:34:38

Loved it. Iconic location hence was not expecting much from the food but was pleasantly surprised. The fried chicken sandwich and the mushroom pizza were...

Natalie C.

2021-08-17 09:59:31

The one star is for the dining experience. I visited this place recently and sat outside. Cool place, great food and terrifically annoying service. After...

Alyssa R.

2021-08-15 15:06:03

I keep coming back for the Purple Haze drink.....the Brussels sprouts....food is wonderful and staff is very friendly!!! My favorite restaurant whenever I...

Sarah L.

2021-07-09 14:30:47

Thoroughly enjoyed the appetizers that I've ordered. Pedro was so kind to seat me right away. I ordered the tuna Asian slaw and the truffle fries. Pedro...

Maddy M.

2021-07-03 20:12:05

The food is very good. Make sure to gets reservation right now as there will be a wait if you don't. My entire family loved the food and the bartender was...

Will V.

2021-06-25 21:48:51

One of the best meals I have ever had in the city, perfect place for a date night and special Occasion

Andrea L.

2021-06-25 16:54:23

If you're in San Francisco be sure to make a point to have a meal at this great restaurant. The food is superb, the location convent and the menu has a good...

Rosario I.

2021-06-24 22:20:23

Employees here are awesome! Food is amazing! Nothing negative to say about this place

Loren B.

2021-06-15 14:21:30

Ate outside along the front with the kids. Food was great, delicious and brought out hot! Server was friendly and helpful and our drinks were great too....

Diane K.

2021-06-01 21:21:48

Had a great meal inside at the start of Fog City's second week (back after a COVID hiatus). Wonderful food and service. The pizza, hamburger, fries and...

Pamela ..

2021-05-27 16:03:03

***WONDERFUL socially distanced outdoor dining option!!! +Heat lamps and large shaded area/awning!!*** Fog City is awesome. :) Today wasn't my first time...

Grace M.

2021-03-15 00:34:43

Brought some friends here during the pandemic several months ago/ but the memories haven't faded. The fries were to die for and the sandwiches we all...

Teresa H.

2020-09-01 15:39:44

Stopped here real quick to grab a drink and it was worth the stop. Drinks, food and service were great!

JJ P.

2020-08-23 11:34:40

We decided to come to the city yesterday to have lunch with a friend. It turned out to be a wonderful decision. The air quality was compromised but it was...

Walter M.

2020-07-25 19:34:02

I have enjoyed dining at the " Fog City Diner " for years. It was never great, but it was always reliable. I was in S.F. today ( July 25th, 2020 ) with...

Angie P.

2020-07-20 16:52:32

This place was an absolute great find on a Sunday evening after we had finished doing the Coit Tower steps. It was almost closing time and they didn't...

Nancy D.

2020-07-18 18:52:00

Rude manager. I came in to make a drink to go order and realized that I would have to order food . I asked the server can I just dine in so that I can...

Joel G.

2020-02-04 09:54:44

Very San Francisco cool vibe with Frank Sinatra playing over the sound system. Great beer selection - full bar The smoked wings was amazing and the kale...

Kristin Leigh M.

2019-11-28 10:34:06

We've walked by this place several times, but never popped in until earlier this month. We'd been walking around the city for several hours, and at this...

Salma A.

2019-07-28 14:32:45

It was 4th of July 2019 passed 10PM and after the fireworks. My husband and I were trying to escape from the river of people flowing down the street. We saw...

Seth G.

2018-11-12 20:55:22

I went here with my team after an Alcatraz outing and we ended up ordering pizza after pizza after pizza. Not since Una Pizza Napolitana have we had such...

SPQR U.

2018-11-08 19:09:18

A Home Run. Been coming here for years and frequently recommend for folks that ask me for choices downtown. The menu is varied and they have oysters which...

Dana Z.

2018-11-03 13:31:40

I'm not a local. It was actually my yelp app that helped me find this place. Partially I liked the name, partially I liked that I read they had good...