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Canteen

(Now Closed)

Breakfast Spot$$$$

Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco

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Canteen

The experts at Eater and Epicurious recommend this place

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EaterDecember 1, 2010
His Sentinel offshoot has grabbed more headlines lately, but Dennis Leary—one of the great underrated young chefs in SF—still has a great thing going. Dinner and brunch. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
EpicuriousAugust 25, 2010
Sit at the diner-style counter and watch the chef churn out decidedly un-diner-style food - French-inspired California cooking is his area of expertise. Try the grilled salmon with stewed leeks.
Paul MartinSeptember 11, 2011
Saturday & Sunday Brunch shorter wait than Dottie's True Blue (Diner) Cafe and same or better quality & value ++ there's mimosas bellinis & beer-espresso combo!
Jerome PandellApril 17, 2011
Worth dodging corkage by ordering a reasonably priced bottle off their wine list. For brunch, the pancake--no matter what fruit's in it--cannot be passed up.
Dyami SernaMarch 19, 2010
Alwys go for the soup to start, every one I have had has been amazing. I'm particulary fond of the cold pea soup with dungeness crab. It doesn't really matter what you get tho, it will be great.
BravoDecember 2, 2010
This is the tiniest restaurant ever! Only 20 seats and a couple of guys cooking in an open kitchen. DEFINITELY make reservations. -Monica Pope, Top Chef
Mucho Comida™February 2, 2013
You've found it! My favorite SF restaurant! No sarcasm this time. Huge fan. Enjoy.
Sarah TorneyFebruary 11, 2010
The apple pancake is amazing. It's no ordinary pancake. Julie is the best hostess/Server. It's perfect for breakfast at 1:00pm on a Sunday. Bring a book. Read more
Marissa CoughlinOctober 23, 2010
Been here 10+ times
If you're in the mood for sweet - the blueberry French toast is the best - hands down!
Flo GSeptember 25, 2011
Amazing breakfast here! And served by beautiful staff. Great start to the day :)
Lauren HannahSeptember 24, 2011
Brunch and dinner are both amazing! Get the French Toast. :)
Jessica ChangOctober 7, 2012
Perfect eggs. Friendly chefs. Love this place.
c bSeptember 16, 2011
best brunch in the city, but arrive before 10 or be prepared to wait.
Matt PagelJuly 10, 2010
No reservations for brunch, so come early. You can't miss with their benedicts or hashes!
Hugo BarraFebruary 17, 2013
Zagat 27, dennis leary · amuse bouche · prix fixe menu · blueberry french toast · eggs benedict
Jen LouisAugust 22, 2010
Dear buffalo and ricotta meatballs over grits with red wine and black pepper, you are divine
Damian TompkinSeptember 11, 2010
Chupacabras for breakfast FTW. Great coffee as well. Highly recommended.
AlexNovember 20, 2011
Come for the food, cozy atmosphere and people.....stay for the books.
Ellen ChoiFebruary 29, 2012
Try the Crimini Mushroom and Goat Cheese Omelette
Yve FontileaMay 1, 2011
Beer + espresso combo as a brunch substitute for mimosa. Whoa.
Taylor MorttiJuly 4, 2010
Perfect spot for breakfast or brunch. Best eggs benedict I've ever had.
SophieJanuary 15, 2010
Call ahead to see if there are any special prix fixe, and go no matter what they are serving. Read more
Gabriel SuitsSeptember 27, 2011
French Toast with Blueberries and Sweet Cream is kill. Read more
Thomas WilsherNovember 20, 2010
Not toddler-friendly (no high chairs available). In fact, service was pretty unfriendly overall. Great food, though
Derek CollinsSeptember 16, 2012
They're no longer open for Sunday brunch :-(
Mary WalkerFebruary 7, 2010
If they're booked call day of, even an hour in advance, to ask about cancellations.
LizNovember 26, 2011
No more brunch on Saturday! :'(

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