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Hillstone

American Restaurant, Bar, and Steakhouse$$$$

Northern Waterfront, San Francisco

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Hillstone

8.6^/10

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Ranked #2 for prime rib in San Francisco
"Always always get the Spinach & Artichoke Dip and the French Dip!"(16 Tips)
"Love the live Jazz Band and the Hawaiian Ribeye."(5 Tips)
"Emerald Kale salad, French Dip and the Ribs are all top notch"(5 Tips)
"Ribs literally fall off the bone...so delicious."(24 Tips)

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Brian StraussMarch 16, 2016
One of my favorite American bar and grills. Yes it's part of a chain, but the food and service are excellent. The Western burger is one if my top five burgers ever.
Zafer KilicJune 12, 2015
What a ambiance, steak and wine. You must order your steak medium or medium-well because it could be like not cooked if you want medium rare. Also you must give a shot for brownie.
ReserveApril 5, 2017
A frothy, icy, photogenic blend comes together at Hillstone Embarcadero in San Francisco with its margarita, beautifully completed with a little salt on the rim. Read more
GusNovember 12, 2018
The burguer is awesome! It tasted like a “gourmet BigMac” for me! The artichokes are also incredible! I will be back for sure!
heatJuly 19, 2013
Right across the street from the original Heat offices, this place has history! This is a great place for 5-7 friends to catch up. Their specialty is RIBS! Don’t be afraid, they’re delicious.
Adam GreenbaumApril 7, 2013
Great vibe right by the water. Beautiful interior but most importantly, food is amazing. Must get the Hawaiian ribeye. Ask me about it on Twitter - @Greenbaumer
Aubrey BrewsterAugust 7, 2014
Best ribs in town. Ribs not your thing? The Hawaiian ribeye steak is out if this world. Formally called Houston's, (same company) Hillstone is always consistently good with curious wait staff.
JoAnne GiardinaOctober 26, 2015
Everything we had was absolutely delicious. The French dip melted in your mouth and the smoked salmon appetizer was the best I've ever had. Is on our list of favs now.
Maia FeruziOctober 9, 2016
The crispy chicken sandwich has a house sauce that will blow your mind. Well seasoned fries and golden service 🙌🏽
Alan LightfeldtJuly 30, 2012
Their wedge salad is incredible - super fresh tasting tomatoes and roasted beets with crumbled Gorgonzola. Desserts are tasty as well, with their chocolate coming from TCHO just across the street.
Ms HeleneNovember 5, 2018
Spinach artichoke dip $18, grilled trout with broccoli $30. Fireside and live jazz.
Michael WilliamsJune 15, 2018
Been here 25+ times
Spinach Dip, The Ribs, Thai Steak Salad, Martinis, everything is incredible.
mike amosFebruary 9, 2012
Brittany was the best waitress ever. Great service and very informative. Food was great. The rotisserie chicken n the cancun fish sandwich were delicious. Great experience in Bay area.
Jennifer BurlingtonMay 3, 2015
Love this place! Awesome decor, big comfy red booths. All the food is delicious, but the grilled artichoke is a must!
Niket DesaiApril 25, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Service is a gold standard. Food is great as well. Feels like you're the cool person in Chicago circa 1971.
AnastasiaJanuary 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
One of my favorite places for dinner- steaks, tuna, grilled fish are all delicious and they have an awesome wine list as well.
RoseAugust 21, 2014
Ribs literally fall off the bone...so delicious. Great spot for a date, special occasion, or just because.
Robert ShayeJune 16, 2012
One of my fav restaurants in SF. No corkage fee, delicious meals, live music every night. Pork Chop is one of the best I've had!
Wilson Favre-DelerueMarch 9, 2016
Pleasant Embarcadero location, delicious burgers and solid jazz playlist but the service tried too hard and was rushed.
NathanSeptember 3, 2019
The prime rib is flavorful but gets cold too easily. Can’t go wrong with the chicken, though.
Sherry LiApril 11, 2015
No corkage fee, great service, and solid food. The ribeye is really good here, as is the prime rib.
Buck WilsonOctober 30, 2014
Entire menu is excellent. Ambience is great. It's where I eat when I want to feel fancy, but not too fancy.
Josh WJanuary 28, 2019
Prime rib is fantastic as always. And you can book pretty easily via Resy
GabrielleOctober 26, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Burger is bangin! Ribs are tasty as well.
Angelo InanoriaDecember 18, 2010
A friend took me to lunch here and I loved it. The Reubenesque Sandwish was simply delicious. I said I was just going to eat half but ended up gobbling the whole thing. No corkage fee! How cool is tha
MariAugust 15, 2017
Great margaritas. Also, try the French dip.
Jeff SolomonJanuary 14, 2020
Try the ribs. Meat falls off the bone
SOctober 7, 2023
Been here 10+ times
Spicy magarita is off the menu, poured with tanteo tequila.
ozberk olcerSeptember 12, 2014
Hawaian rib eye is by far the best meat I've ever eaten.
DanNovember 18, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The best French Dip around! Just found out they have Mexican Coke too!! I sit at the bar so I can wear a hat. :)
Matthew ScottMarch 10, 2017
food is amazing, all the sandwiches are great and the fries are perfect
Max 🐵May 1, 2014
Been here 5+ times
House-smoked salmon - incredible. With a glass of your favourite white, brought from home: no corkage
Hadas HayAugust 28, 2015
Baby back ribs are great. Awesome filet steak, super tender.
David AsheimFebruary 3, 2018
Live music, highly trained staff, booths, great food.
Natalie MJune 12, 2015
The French dip is the best thing on the menu. Stay away from the crab cake.
George SheppardMarch 8, 2015
Hawaiian Rib eye was really good. Would have liked more craft beer on draft.
Phillip ElliottApril 15, 2012
Been here 25+ times
I've said it before, the AHI tuna burger is the bomb... For a little xtra bombness and bacon
James MillerNovember 20, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Ask for mustard honey sauce for your french fries!
Trumer PilsSeptember 2, 2010
We've loved this place since it was called Houston's. Make sure to check out the outdoor fireplace, where you can enjoy a Trumer al fresco.
Michele HumestonMarch 30, 2019
Best margarita I’ve ever had!
Sarah DavidAugust 20, 2010
Spinach & artichoke dip, hot fudge sundae. They serve Pimm's but you have to make sure to ask for a long one. Kid friendly, but with a grown up feel.
Leigh MooreJune 5, 2013
Our server, Layla, was great. The veggie burger was delicious. Enormous portion.
ShinaJuly 5, 2019
They have a outdoor fireplace!
Bill HaskinJuly 4, 2016
Emerald Kale salad, French Dip and the Ribs are all top notch
Lee HoffmanNovember 1, 2013
The kale peanut chicken salad is awesome
Allie PJune 28, 2013
Try the ahi tuna burger and get spicy mayo with your fries. Delicious!
Jennifer BurlingtonMay 3, 2015
Smoked salmon appetizer was delicious and super fresh.
Alastair GoldfisherOctober 3, 2011
I recommend the veggie burger, but without the cheese. And ask to hold the mustard sauce, as well.
Gary SchochMarch 4, 2012
Make sure you go on a saturday because the fire house chili is the BEST
Michael MahoneySeptember 14, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Open tables but a one-hour wait?!? What's wring here. Love the food but frustrated but unnecessary waits and lack of them taking a phone ahead on the list.

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