smoked brisket - Fog City

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Yelp Reviews

Fog City

3.5

Based on 925 Reviews

Lilian W.

2024-07-08 17:52:54

Our group of 6 went on July 4 before the fireworks so it was very busy! Luckily we were seated quickly and, despite the crowd, service was good. We ordered...

Amanda C.

2024-07-05 10:33:46

We visited on a weekday during lunch hour and were seated right away. The interior of the restaurant is filled with natural lighting and windows looking out...

Navin K.

2024-06-30 11:13:29

This iconic diner in The City is back strong under new management. Went with a business friend for brunch, and we found street parking across the street....

Tram N.

2024-05-15 13:19:09

We walked across the street after we dropped off our luggage. We wanted something nearby and at first, we thought about going to Fisherman's Wharf, but we...

Veda F.

2024-04-23 20:13:41

I do like this location although, I doubt, anyone knows it's history. The interiors are beautiful with ceramic plates, good wine and good food. Most of the...

Christina D.

2024-04-20 18:22:01

Don't trust the number. This place is great. Service was perf. View was perf. And it was a great break from the Embarcadero noise. Had fresh oysters which...

Veda F.

2024-04-11 14:06:54

I do like Fig City. I remember when it was Fun f City Diner. When I'm here the memories flood back. The food is good almost like bar food with apps, pizza...

Melissa S.

2024-03-22 17:54:25

Decided to stop in after a long day of walking around the piers. We had Pedro as a server and I couldn't be happier with the service we received. Great...

Sean S.

2024-03-17 17:33:26

This restaurant feels like it exists somewhere in between what could be a local haunt and a tourist trap. It has a versatile yet contained menu that has a...

Julie H.

2024-02-20 19:08:25

If I could leave six stars for a five star review, I would. First and foremost our server, Brittany was phenomenal. We were a party of nine that came in...

Laine L.

2024-01-20 18:04:38

Decent place to eat if you're in the area . I rate it 3.5 stars Ambience 5/5 Food 4/5 Service 5/5 Presentation 4/5 Food is decent quality and taste hand...

Alan G.

2024-01-05 18:38:29

Overall, I would rank Fog City Diner as a 3.5 really because of the high price point which is not atypical is this part of San Francisco, but wanted to...

Jill B.

2024-01-03 13:39:52

We went here on New Year's Eve. We had a reservation & got right in! It wasn't crowded! Both my partner & I ordered ribeye steak & it was yummy!! We also...

David L.

2023-12-09 21:12:54

30 years of great service, very good food and a great place that is out of the "tourist throng" of San Francisco. Skip the pier 39 tourist traps and walk to...

Emma A.

2023-12-05 10:17:00

We went here on a Saturday night. It is a clean, modern place with a great location perfect for people watching Service was prompt and friendly. We had the...

Elle H.

2023-11-17 17:17:48

I used to frequent this place when I worked for Levi's corporate which is located across the street. This is your elevated upscale Diner! I love the comfy...

Sam E.

2023-10-23 14:28:24

Surprised at this gem! We were in the area and really at a loss for where to go, so we took a shot here and it delivered! First off - the vibe is...

Ramona H.

2023-10-20 17:18:09

I Have never been here before. We were going to the Exploratorium after hours so this was the perfect choice. Everyone was polite and professional. The...

Traci M.

2023-09-29 20:36:56

OMG first we ordered appetizers with fried string onions, and I mean the best! We then ordered the fresh Barbecue ribs, that was served with fries, and...

Kathleen P.

2023-07-21 14:53:19

Great place to have lunch especially if you work around the area. I was surprised to find great quality and pricing for this area of the city. It is my...

Dannalyn D.

2023-07-18 09:38:58

Lived in SF most of my life and this was my first time trying this place! Cute diner in one of the busiest areas. But don't let that stop you from going,...

Raj S.

2023-07-15 15:17:57

Food was ok but portions were small. Staff were great and friendly. Why can't I post?

Jolie F.

2023-07-06 18:08:49

Stop in for a couple of drinks after a nice day along the water in San Francisco. Great variety of cocktails and beers exist on menu. Grab a drink and curl...

Matthew G.

2023-06-26 11:30:57

Business lunch. Seared ahi tuna salad and pizzas were delicious. Pleasantly surprised. The...

Val D.

2023-05-07 16:05:46

I give Fog City a 10/10. Ambiance of restaurant was so nice. Service was great and the food was delicious!! Would recommend!

Eileen C.

2023-03-26 22:21:02

I love Fog City! Great menu selection, delicious food and incredible staff. Elda and Brittany and entire staff are fantastic and make dining there a pleasure.

Josh H.

2023-03-15 20:43:29

Not kid friendly. This restaurant is one of the closest dining spot near the Exploratorium amongst other kid attractions. We really enjoyed the pizza and...

V T.

2023-03-07 17:12:39

We are native to the City and happy East Bay transplants for many years now living in the Berkeley Hills, but Fog City remains our City go-to for both date...

Jada C.

2023-02-12 11:12:32

Great service, good portions, delicious cocktails and rich desserts! Fog City is a cozy spot with an upscale atmosphere, that I've enjoyed every single...

Sindy G.

2023-02-11 12:23:43

Great spot for a causal lunch that's right by the pier! I came here a few times with my work colleagues as it's very conveniently located to many offices...

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...