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Spruce

Spruce

New American Restaurant$$$$
Presidio Heights, San Francisco
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    Christine L.
    "Get the duck and beignets for dessert."(12 Tips)
    heidi h.
    "Get your Michelin star rated burger for little coins here."(5 Tips)
    Jeff M.
    "Tomato salad shined, duck breast was one of the best I've had."(4 Tips)
    Bommy
    "English muffin burger is still one of the best burgers in the city."(48 Tips)
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  • Doug d.heart icon on user image
    Doug de WetJuly 23, 2015
    Take a seat at the bar. Treat yourself to their rich, juicy burger. Go ahead; add cheese, and pair it with a Vesper Martini. Relax and enjoy as a warm smile washes over you.
    Upvoted Sep 21
  • Iris N.
    Iris NgMarch 1, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Beignets are light and fluffy. Each order comes with 8 almost perfectly spherical pieces of fried goodness. Served with dark chocolate and Tahitian vanilla dipping sauces.
  • Erik K.heart icon on user image
    Erik KriessmannJune 4, 2016
    Cocktails were awesome wine was too. Get the meat and cheese plate to start. The cheese is on their dessert menu so you just have to ask. It was all so good. Also got the crudo. And filet. Perfect.
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    BommyJanuary 6, 2016
    Amazing service. Complimentary amuse bouche, birthday card & dessert, more dessert, and a bag of shortbread cookies to take home! English muffin burger is still one of the best burgers in the city.
  • Janae S.heart icon on user image
    Janae SJuly 3, 2022
    The fagottini was a light and delicious starter. The duck breast had an excellent flavor but could have also done with being cooked differently. It is rather difficult to go wrong with beignets.
  • SFGate
    SFGateAugust 2, 2014
    Specialties: Lobster with brown butter gnudi; charcuterie; braised short ribs with wheat berries pork with cabbage, grits and pork jus; hamburger; grilled tombo tuna; warm apple tart. Read more
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 13, 2017
    Located in the front dining room (the "Library"), Spruce's fireplace is available for regular seating unless there's a private party. Just be sure to specify you'd like to sit near it. Read more
  • Chris M.
    Chris MessinaOctober 23, 2016
    The thick cut bacon might be the best I've had. One portion for two people is totally sufficient.
  • Amberheart icon on user image
    AmberFebruary 14, 2018
    Their SF Restaurant Week menu was great. The cauliflower velouté was mind blowing and the chocolate mousse was the perfect size - small enough after a large meal but full of taste.
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 18, 2017
    Nestled deeply in Presidio Heights, Spruce is a refined neighborhood restaurant. White tablecloths, a fantastic wine list, and great service are hallmarks. Read more
  • Tasting Table
    Tasting TableOctober 1, 2014
    It's a great spot for a drink at the bar (and a bite if you decide to stay past a drink). The bar is usually pretty full and it has a nice feel to kick off an evening. Read more
  • Jason H.heart icon on user image
    Jason HegyessyApril 11, 2016
    Delicious. Grab a burger at the bar or spend $1200 at a table, Spruce has everything from $$->$$$$$.
  • SFGate
    SFGateAugust 2, 2014
    There's a bar menu where you can get a great hamburger, Caesar salad or charcuterie platter and have a much more reasonable tab. Read more
  • Emily F.heart icon on user image
    Emily FaraoneJune 21, 2016
    Try the beignets or cinnamon rolls! So delicious. Fantastic food and large portions coupled with an upscale environment and incredibly attentive service.
  • Reserve
    ReserveApril 5, 2017
    Made with Hangar One vodka, Douglas Fir and calvados brandies, maple and lemon, the Spruce Goose at Spruce in San Francisco brings some heat to the mix with its flaming lemon peel garnish. Read more
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneJuly 29, 2018
    French omelet $16. Almond cappuccino and Paparosa cocktail of rose and pomegranate liquor for brunch
  • Andrea
    AndreaApril 8, 2012
    One of the best restaurants in San Francisco. Highly recommended. Everything on the menu is going to be good. And if you like good wine....there's something for everyone here. Enjoy!
  • The Tastes that Make the City
    The duck fat fries are the best french fries in SF, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: SF Edition." Read more
  • Jeff M.heart icon on user image
    Jeff MartensAugust 26, 2017
    Everything we had was amazing! Tomato salad shined, duck breast was one of the best I've had. Wine list is amazing.
  • Daniel F.heart icon on user image
    Daniel FridmanSeptember 11, 2017
    This place is awesome! Food is ridiculously delicious and service is probably the best in town. A gem!
  • Jon B.heart icon on user image
    Jon B.April 22, 2017
    Stop here for a coffee during the day, burger for lunch, or check out their Michelin Star winning dinner menu. One cannot go wrong at Spruce!
  • Chris M.
    Chris MessinaOctober 23, 2016
    The beignets are magically fluffy balls of delight.
  • Gilt City
    Gilt CityMay 20, 2011
    The delectably addicting fries here are made with Kennebecs, i.e. the crème de la crème of potatoes. They've got the best texture, perfect with the juicy burger on their housemade English muffin.
  • The Daily Meal
    The Daily MealJune 30, 2011
    Wine lovers abound in San Francisco, and the options for indulging in a great local bottle are plenty. Try the food as well--burrata with market cherries, ricotta ravioli, and butter poached lobster. Read more
  • Andrew L.
    Andrew LamMay 13, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The Niman Ranch burger + duck fat fries is worthy of all the hype. Fancy dinner service, but it's casual at lunch: you'll be rubbing elbows with the yummy mummies of Pac Heights. Take-out service too.
  • Epicurious
    EpicuriousAugust 25, 2010
    This luxe hotspot offers all kinds of dishes, from classic (boudin blanc) to contemporary (turmeric-poached chicken) to casual (housemade balogna sandwiches). Try the burger, one of the best in town.
  • Chris E.
    Chris EdwardsAugust 7, 2014
    The wine list is a short novel. The food is worth the high prices, but if you're on a budget there's also a more casual menu including a phenomenal burger.
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    Favorites include burrata, duck breast, and lemon and pistachio tart. Don’t miss the cocktail menu and wines by the glass. – Green Guide Editor
  • Allie B.
    Allie B.June 20, 2013
    Best in SF! Especially after being in the Sierras for days. Bring your heels and sleek cocktail dress-and a good looking guy on your arm to fit right in...
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistSeptember 21, 2011
    The Spruce bar burger is has well-seasoned, in-house ground Niman Ranch meat, herbed caper aioli, housemade pickles, and slightly buttered English muffin-esque bun. Read more
  • Kelly .
    Kelly 🍰June 9, 2013
    Sometimes they have Dine About Town lunch specials for $18.95. Small portions sizes but yummy. The brioche and flavored butters are out of this world
  • LifeEnhancerheart icon on user image
    LifeEnhancerMay 4, 2019
    DRINKS with the head Bartendar Aileen is a MUST!!! Sit @ the bar and enjoy the magical experience. Side note: burgers are a favorite.
  • Nicole C.
    Nicole CravenOctober 3, 2013
    The squash tortellini appetizer is amazing! Perfect to split before dinner. Highly recommend the Smoke and Fire cocktail 🍸
  • Daniel F.heart icon on user image
    Daniel FridmanSeptember 11, 2017
    The whole menu is delicious, but the hamburger is something else!
  • Luka
    LukaFebruary 6, 2015
    Contemporary American restaurant with a wine list of 2,500 bottles, one Michelin star. Get Kurobuta Pork Loin ($26), it's amazing Read more
  • Danielle P.heart icon on user image
    Danielle PJanuary 25, 2016
    The foie gras and octopus were CRAZY good. As was the pumpkin cake
  • Iris N.
    Iris NgMarch 1, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Gnocchi with shaved black truffle is out of this world!!! $45 but sooo worth it!
  • John Fernandez S.
    John Fernandez SFMarch 4, 2012
    Pork Tenderloin! If you're conscious of your diet. You can't go wrong. Best I've ever tried in any restaurant. Visit personaltrainingSF.com
  • astraea
    astraeaJune 21, 2012
    Burger and fries is an awesome choice and Dylan was a great server!! Awesome wine list. Something for everyone's taste.
  • Vanessa C.
    Vanessa CorderoMarch 2, 2012
    This is still my favorite restaurant in San Francisco. The food is amazing!!! Get the burger with fries, the pork tenderloin, and BEIGNETS!!
  • H K.heart icon on user image
    H KDecember 20, 2017
    Try charcuterie as an appetizer and get the duck as main
  • Claude H.heart icon on user image
    Claude HarrisonMay 27, 2023
    Ask for a surf and turf option, if you want to round out with lobster or steak!
  • Carissaheart icon on user image
    CarissaFebruary 27, 2023
    Phenomal food and service - crab pasta, rib eye, cheesecake, beignets were all excellent
  • Eater
    EaterDecember 1, 2010
    SF has never been mistaken for a fine dining town, yet the two-year old Spruce has proved to be an absolute homerun in its ritzy Laurel Heights environs. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
  • Peter F.
    Peter FridaySeptember 25, 2016
    Burger at the bar 👌🏻
  • Abbey K.
    Abbey KeckOctober 18, 2015
    No kidding about the beignets. Definitely get them. I loved them with the vanilla dipping sauce.
  • Michael M.heart icon on user image
    Michael MuseMarch 29, 2015
    WiFi pw is spruce3640. Beignets, bloody marys, duck hash
  • Megan Allisonheart icon on user image
    Megan AllisonApril 12, 2018
    Midday on a weekday is the way to hit it. Sommelier > waiter.
  • heidi h.
    heidi harmanJanuary 19, 2016
    Get your Michelin star rated burger for little coins here.
  • Shawn C.heart icon on user image
    Shawn CalhounJune 17, 2017
    Get the burger and thank me later.
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