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Gamine

(Now Closed)
French Restaurant$$$$
Union Street, San Francisco
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  • Marc M.
    Marc McCabeOctober 31, 2011
    The burger is great but the grilled pork chop is unbelievable... Delicious rich sauce... Onion soup and beet salad are bomb too. Also that's actually what French baguette tastes like.
  • Diana A.
    Diana ArzNovember 18, 2017
    Lovely place. Charming, cozy, with rustic feel. Onion soup, grilled pork, lamb were delicious (I don’t even like Brussels sprouts, but these were so good 😋). Big portions. Attentive service 👍.
  • jonathan g.
    jonathan gettingerJune 17, 2012
    Not only do they have beautiful buckwheat crepes, a welcomed discovery after Ti Couz closed, but their oeufs en cocotte are one of the best baked egg dishes we've come across.
  • Linda Y.heart icon on user image
    Linda YangJuly 16, 2017
    Brunch was delicious. The oeuf cocotte and banana-Nutella crepe were on point. Go down the block to Wrecking Ball for coffee.
  • Karina N.
    Karina NMay 28, 2017
    Moules Mariniere (steamed mussels with white wine, parsley and garlic) $17.5 and escargot with garlic butter $12. Deliciousness!
  • T Z.heart icon on user image
    T ZSeptember 6, 2018
    solid carbonara, good brussel sprouts, good fries, incredible beef tartare
  • Samantha B.heart icon on user image
    Samantha BergNovember 29, 2016
    Mussels are not to be missed. A cozy spot to sip on a bottle of wine and enjoy your evening.
  • Jeff M.
    Jeff MillerJune 21, 2013
    You must get the escargot and the Pork chop. Stefan is amazing, treat him well he will return the favor. I will definitely be back!
  • Nick L.heart icon on user image
    Nick LashinskyJuly 14, 2016
    solid french bistro. Escargots, grilled salmon prepared perfectly. Chocolate mousse 👌👌👌
  • Buttercup D.
    Buttercup DMarch 27, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    The best and my fave French bistro in the city! Baked cambazola (stinky cheese) and garlic--to die for! If you get to meet Stefan and/or Suzanne, tell them "Fern from Hollywood says hello!" They rawk!
  • Vivek P.heart icon on user image
    Vivek PatelJune 7, 2012
    Fantastic restaurant owned and operated by a husband and wife team. You can reserve the back room for a group of 6 or more.
  • Kris V.
    Kris Vera-PhillipsJanuary 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Spaghetti alla Carbonara - #kvpinmybelly : Amazing sauce of egg yolk & fatty pancetta meat. YUM!
  • Molly S.
    Molly SchoenOctober 18, 2016
    You cannot miss the pork chop and mussels. Fabulous staff and atmosphere.
  • Jules S.heart icon on user image
    Jules SandozOctober 18, 2016
    The mussels are excellent, the service really quick. Just perfect!
  • Gunnar T.heart icon on user image
    Gunnar ThoroddsenApril 13, 2017
    Best beef tartare I have ever had and the mussels were exquisite.
  • Ruslan H.heart icon on user image
    Ruslan HereApril 11, 2016
    My favourite French restaurant. Roasted chicken is fantastic.
  • Katherin S.heart icon on user image
    Katherin SonApril 26, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Steak tartare, burger w/ fried egg or pasta carbonara. Probably my favorite restaurant in SF.
  • M H.heart icon on user image
    M HansenNovember 16, 2018
    Authentic French. No fuss. Just good wholesome food.
  • Theres W.heart icon on user image
    Theres WolgastJanuary 6, 2015
    Great food, great service. A small nice French bistro!
  • Dave M.heart icon on user image
    Dave MeyerAugust 17, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing burger. Great atmosphere. French service :)
  • Nicole R.heart icon on user image
    Nicole RocchioSeptember 3, 2019
    The mussels are incredible - will definitely be back
  • Christopher F.heart icon on user image
    Christopher FelkerAugust 7, 2014
    Steak and frites, mussels, pork chop with mustard sauce.
  • Jason C.heart icon on user image
    Jason CalacanisOctober 13, 2015
    Chicken and calamari amazing
  • Annie T.
    Annie TerryMarch 13, 2011
    Roasted Chicken is literally the best I've ever tasted! Sit at the bar. Fun to watch the kitchen.
  • Matt C.
    Matt CreechSeptember 11, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Everything here is delicious. You can't go wrong!
  • Tammy H.heart icon on user image
    Tammy HanMay 19, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the escargots & French onion soup
  • PILAR P.heart icon on user image
    PILAR PRENDESDecember 15, 2018
    Deli deli!! Great service and great food!
  • Cristina S.heart icon on user image
    Cristina StefanJuly 11, 2016
    Moules marinieres, salade nicoise, creme brulee
  • Linda Y.heart icon on user image
    Linda YangNovember 2, 2018
    Better for brunch than dinner. Tartare is decidedly mediocre.
  • Mark B.heart icon on user image
    Mark BartelsAugust 16, 2014
    Mussels and escargot, washed down with a pilsner
  • Kathryn N.
    Kathryn NelsonApril 30, 2014
    Mussels, brussel sprouts, and frites: Oh my!
  • Anjali O.
    Anjali OttingerJanuary 13, 2011
    YUMMMMMM.... - best French Food in SF! Stefan is amazing and makes the experience that much better!
  • Alan A.
    Alan AldenSeptember 30, 2009
    Try the Burger with roquefort and avocado...but make sure you don't ask for kethcup with those fries! Bon Courage!
  • Floyd T.
    Floyd TuckerFebruary 18, 2011
    Get the Moules (mussels) trio, sit back and enjoy yourself
  • Veronica H.
    Veronica HJuly 27, 2011
    Great burger plus outdoor seating is a plus.
  • Jenn L.
    Jenn LeeJuly 13, 2014
    Beef tartare is delish!
  • Laurent P.
    Laurent PhilonenkoApril 30, 2011
    Ravioli with Roquefort, a must try. Addiction may follow...
  • Andrew W.
    Andrew WhangJune 5, 2011
    The best spaghetti carbonara in the world! Really, it is.
  • Vansi
    VansiJune 30, 2017
    Salty fries and carbonara. And pricey.
  • Jenny A.heart icon on user image
    Jenny AstramowiczNovember 8, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Chicken burger with Brie is delicious
  • Timothy D.
    Timothy DavisMay 27, 2013
    Lamb stew is delicious!
  • Megan D.heart icon on user image
    Megan DeWittFebruary 6, 2015
    Straight forward french food
  • Thor
    ThorJune 22, 2014
    Really loud, bring earplugs
  • Michael S.
    Michael SpradlinJuly 15, 2012
    Lunch and Dinner menu: Ravioli.
  • Teresa L.
    Teresa LDecember 24, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Stefan is the best... Treat him well and he will take care of you.
  • Gideon L.
    Gideon LettMay 26, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Chicken burger with Gruyere
  • Buffie H.
    Buffie HJanuary 4, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Their chicken is to die for!
  • Mat
    MatJune 22, 2014
    Oh wow--great food but super loud!
  • Chris C.
    Chris CathcartNovember 21, 2009
    Crepe savoyarde, right out of Paris. The owner is awesome, too.
  • Aleksandra
    AleksandraSeptember 2, 2012
    Roasted Chicken is awesome!
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