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Wayfare Tavern

New American Restaurant and Cocktail Bar$$$$

Financial District, San Francisco

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Wayfare Tavern

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Ranked #1 for fried chicken in San Francisco
The experts at Bon Appetit Magazine and Eater recommend this place
"The burger, deviled eggs, and fried chicken are all pretty amazing."(42 Tips)
"The steak tartare is delicious as are the popovers and pork chop."(34 Tips)
"Definitely try the fried chicken... and say hi to Tyler Florence"(7 Tips)
"Beef tartare (on the large side) and deviled eggs were amazing."(23 Tips)

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Suraj AcharyaNovember 12, 2013
You'll get fresh popovers with butter within about five minutes of sitting down. Eat them while they're warm! The stake tartare comes with green garlic popovers, which are delicious too.
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BommyAugust 20, 2014
Eat the popover with the most amazing salted butter. Definitely make reservations and go for the fried chicken, burger le grand, and doughnuts. Request to sit at the chef's counter for a kitchen show.
Men's Health MagAugust 3, 2014
A killer house burger, made from five different cuts of grass-fed, dry-aged beef and topped with a slab of Cowgirl Creamery Mt. Tam cheese, roasted onions, and a couple slabs of bacon Read more
SFistMarch 30, 2015
The "restaurant-style" fried chicken is brined and thinly battered with well seasoned buttermilk batter, and garnished with roasted garlic, salt, fried herbs, and lemon, and it's damn good. Read more
SFGateMarch 18, 2015
It's amazing what comes out of Tyler Florence's small kitchen at this multi-level restaurant. Try the ricotta and mint agnolotti in butter sauce with English peas, snap peas, and fava beans. Read more
Parham RouzbahaniDecember 5, 2018
Got the East Coast and West Coast oysters and the house burger. Amazing food. Heard a lot of compliments about the fried chicken too. Will make sure to go again.
Philip SaulFebruary 9, 2017
The mac and cheese was amazing. The fried chicken lives up to the reputation. The burger was good but mostly due to the awesome bun. The toffee dessert with the port pairing was great as well.
David RFebruary 25, 2017
Wow! Like an upscale British pub if that makes sense. Fried chicken, mac n cheese, black truffle gnocchi, burger...get it all. Drinks are strong ;)
Julie KangAugust 12, 2014
Everything on the menu is masterfully crafted, except flavor leans salty. Cocktails, poutine, fried chicken, deviled eggs: great. Surprisingly transcendent: their salads.
Keith WilsonJanuary 17, 2015
Amazing staff and even more amazing food! Fried chicken is awesome, the burger with egg was incredible, oysters, deviled eggs, old school cocktails, everything is good! Can't wait to go back!
Amy HollandsOctober 23, 2013
Organic fried chicken, avocado & hearts of palm salad, roasted corn soup-yum. We sat at the chef's bar twice during our recent SF visit. Looks like the steak tartare & devil eggs are next on list!
Elizabeth BursteinAugust 4, 2017
Absolutely loved the popovers (taste like souffle), the half lobster was plenty, strawberry watermelon salad was yum!
heatJuly 19, 2013
This is a keeper. The food? Amazing! Fresh popovers accompany the delicious house specialty: Fried Chicken! But there’s more: you must order the Mac-N-Cheese, Deviled Eggs, and Bacon-Wrapped Dates.
EaterJuly 27, 2011
It’s hard to have a bad time at this frisky FiDi hotspot where solid renditions of Southern and San Francisco classics meet impressive cocktails. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
LaurenNovember 11, 2013
Order the organic fried chicken or the burger with an egg on top. They're both the best items on the menu. The popovers melt in your mouth, & the salted butter is an ABSOLUTE requirement.
Justin DiSantoAugust 31, 2014
Fried chicken is excellent and the avocado and heart of Palm salad is tasty. Sitting by the fireplace can get warm and it's near the server station so high traffic.
Jerry CJune 16, 2015
The fried chicken is awesome and you get a lot. Just make sure they give you the right doggie bag claim ck.
PILAR PRENDESApril 15, 2015
Fried chicken!! Brocolini! And sider! Make reservations because is really crowded! El lugar es súper trendy pero vale la pena!
Ualtar O'ReganOctober 12, 2020
Fine fare in a classic bar/restaurant venue. Located in downtown San Francisco, close to Chinatown, Embarcadero Center and the Financial District.
nina muflehFebruary 18, 2013
absolutely delicious! there's a bit of a draft towards the back of the room (behind the fireplace) which can be a killer.the food is awesome. all the appetizers are incredible.
StephanySeptember 9, 2018
Make sure someone at the table gets the fried chicken. It’s by far the best in SF. Maybe ever.
Jackie FeiFebruary 28, 2020
Everything here is DELICIOUS! Ask for extra popovers, and don’t skip the Mac n cheese, beef tartare, Brussels sprouts, and the burger!
Zutanita RFebruary 22, 2015
Wow, Popovers like Home made. Everything great. Is a hidden tresure in a lonely steren in San Francisco.
Ualtar O'ReganOctober 12, 2020
The Organic Fried Chicken is excellent! Paired with Pumpkin Gnocchi and Burratta Whipped Potatoes makes a completely satisfying meal!
Rob RaySeptember 20, 2012
Fried chicken. Poutine. Manhattans. Rinse and repeat. Seriously though, everything I've had here is amazing, so you'll be good no matter what. Their specials are legit, so no shyness!
Ms HeleneJuly 30, 2015
Popovers with whipped butter & Burrata appetizer. Private dining room perfect for 30-40. Superb service
Helio MedeirosApril 9, 2016
The steak tartare was awesome, hamburger not so much! You should try the homemade lemonade:)
Tanya NahoumSeptember 11, 2017
Really good American style food, perfect for after work or lunch with colleagues, upscale place with great service and great drinks!
Art of Trade Merchant ServicesJune 23, 2010
Been here 100+ times
The food & beverage here are five star to include service. They are very welcoming and it makes you want to come back. Deviled eggs no one wanted to order @ the bar until we did. Oh how good they are!
Nancy PanJuly 30, 2011
I come here for the popovers! Bone marrow is amazing, but not here in the summer. Steak tartar, deviled eggs & fried chicken are also winners! Reserve weeks early so ur not eating at 5:15 or 9:45pm!
Micaella CabralJune 13, 2014
They are known for their fried chicken and deviled eggs. I wouldn't get the chicken again, but the deviled eggs are awesome! Chopped salad was great too :)
Patrick ChamberlainAugust 7, 2016
The fried chicken and burger we both great but the highlight of our lunch was the spring salad with compressed strawberries and peaches.
H KFebruary 13, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Beef tartare (on the large side) and deviled eggs were amazing. Burger with egg was great.
Sarah StrehlerMarch 2, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Arguably one of my favourite restaurants in the city. The fried chicken is amazing! And save room for the donuts for dessert!
Jinnie LDecember 2, 2014
organic fried chicken is pretty good! kobe tartare n ox tail pountine are yum too :) friendly staff~ perfect for any occasion!
Alex ChengMay 27, 2013
I encourage you to fall in love with this place like I did. Sit by the chefs bar to see the magic in action. Take in the beautiful decor and enjoy the food.
Gretchen SchrammMarch 8, 2019
Fried chicken, burger, bone marrow, Mac and cheese, Brussel sprouts!! Absolutely delicious!!
Craig VillamorNovember 26, 2014
Been here 10+ times
There are 3 things I come here for: fried chicken, poutine, cocktails. All good.
Jon B.April 22, 2017
Great lunch spot in the Fi Di. Friend chicken is outstanding, as are the fresh pop-overs with homemade butter.
Kelly 🍰October 27, 2012
Grilled squid appetizer is a must. Cocktails are on the strong side and poorly executed. Watch out for how well done your meat is...Ordered the $50 American Kobe steak and medium rare was medium well
THOMAS LAYMANSeptember 26, 2021
Steak Tartar to die for! Fried chicken and waffles have the secret mushrooms and bacon. So so good! Great wait staff too
Zach AaronsJanuary 4, 2012
Beautiful interior blends contemporary design elements with old school tavern aesthetic. The steak tartare is delicious as are the popovers and pork chop. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
ScottySauceAugust 17, 2011
Try the burger! This is grass fed beef brisket, cowgirl creamery cheese and bacon on a fantastic croissant like roll. if you like fried chicken your really gonna love theirs, OMG GOOD!
EaterJanuary 13, 2017
Pair your fried chicken and popovers with a fireside seat at Tyler Florence's FiDi tavern. Read more
Erin O'QuinnFebruary 26, 2017
The fried chicken is excellent! The deviled eggs are generous in size, so keep that in mind. Enjoy the popovers!
Mark YoltonJuly 20, 2014
Steak tartare appetizer, fried chicken or short ribs entree, and either blueberry tart or donut dessert. You can't go wrong.
Amanda SmithMay 31, 2012
You must try the the Fried Chicken here - absolutely to die for! Also love how seriously the mixologists take their cocktails here...can't wait to come back!
Envolve WineryMarch 6, 2013
Make sure to try the Envolve Lennox Vineyard Pinot Noir! Will pair perfectly with the Organic Fried Chicken and Ribeye! Also perfect to share around the table with friends & family!
Jamie WongMarch 19, 2013
Tell them you're dining with the mayor. You'll find a surprise under the table. Also, deviled eggs, Brussels sprouts and Kobe tartar are awesome.
Diyana D.July 21, 2016
Trendy interior, absolutely delicious food! Their significant doughnut it's absolutely divine! 😍 + ultra friendly staff! I love that place!

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