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Town Hall

American Restaurant$$$$

SoMa, San Francisco

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Town Hall

7.7^/10

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Ranked #6 for seafood in SoMa
Has a stamp of approval from Epicurious and Eater
"Bbq shrimp was totally unexpected and delicious."(11 Tips)
"Try the Butterscotch and Chocolate Pot de Crème Dessert"(4 Tips)
"You must get the fried green tomatoes!"(4 Tips)
"Try the buttermilk fried chicken!"(3 Tips)

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Ceren Doganay-KaracaMarch 12, 2016
Delicious American food with influence from southern states. Tuna tartare and the bbq shrimp are very good. For the main, just have the trout - the best fish dish I ever had. Tasty, light and special!
Staff PicksFebruary 25, 2016
Fried green tomatoes are trending this week and there is no better place in the city to get them than Town Hall. Don't forget to order some delicious fried chicken with your tomatoes.
AFAR MediaAugust 12, 2014
The food is always good and the staff always friendly. The menu has a Southern influence so you can expect to see barbecue shrimp, gumbo, hush puppies, and of course fried chicken. Read more
SFGateAugust 2, 2014
Get the tuna tartare with fried green tomatoes and a Tabasco green onion vinaigrette, and Cajun seafood pot pie with both Dungeness crab and crawfish. Read more
PureWowAugust 16, 2016
The butterscotch and chocolate pot de creme is butterscotch pudding layered over rich dark chocolate pudding, with shards of butter-crunch toffee on top. Need we say more? Read more
Ms HeleneJuly 20, 2019
21 Oz Salmon for 2 feeds 4. Comes with 3 sides: spigarello, jambalaya and shishito peppers for $85. Jalapeño cornbread and beet salad appetizers.
EaterDecember 1, 2010
Doug Washington and the Rosenthal Brothers have gone on to open Salt House and Anchor & Hope since Town Hall, but the original is still the crown jewel in their SoMa mini-empire. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
Steven WakuuJune 1, 2018
Cute spot to grab a drink and some bites with friends. Spotty service, but delicious food. Beautiful space and great for groups early in the evening.
KarstenFebruary 28, 2015
Great fried chicken! Amazing ham and cheese toast! The pot de creme is good, if you have a major sweet tooth!
Mary SAugust 20, 2015
Great cocktails. But quite expensive. Southern foods listed--didn't try the food but it sounded good. Come here for a special occasion
SFGateAugust 19, 2014
Get the warm ham and cheese toast; roasted veal meatballs; buttermilk fried chicken; barbecued shrimp; butterscotch and chocolate pot de creme. Read more
Douglas GraySeptember 19, 2015
Their bowl of butterscotch and chocolate creme dessert is deep enough to drown the sorrows of Oedipus.
Megan AllisonMay 12, 2017
Pimiento cheese: so weird, yet so classic. Pair with a dirty martini, sit at the bar and get in & out fast.
JebAugust 6, 2016
Burger with avocado is great. Pickled okra and jalapeño cornbread are my fave appetizers.
EpicuriousAugust 25, 2010
Meet-n-greet your neighbors, Southern-style, at a communal table in this trendy BBQ restaurant. Dishes like warm Bakewell cream biscuits with Smithfield ham and pepper jam are true comfort classics.
Renée VargasMarch 18, 2016
Their old fashions are infused with bacon and aren't very good. Lots of other good cocktails to choose from.
Jacob RosenbergJuly 23, 2018
Outstanding cocktails and great food. Biscuits and fried chicken an especial favorite.
GaryOctober 17, 2014
The wine list is excellent and the food is outstanding! Sumptuous and enjoyable comfort food.
Shannon CoulsonApril 4, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Do yourself a favor and get the Nashville hot fried chicken sandwich - it's amazing.
Maher JabrJuly 21, 2010
Flew in from the east coast and went straight here. 3 apps at the bar with tasty cocktails. Great time. Very friendly service. Definitely going back when I'm in town again.
Benjy WeinbergerJuly 31, 2014
Play Jenga with the ribs.
Farhan MemonMarch 20, 2013
If you don't eat pork this place is not for you. Almost every main course had an element of pork (bacon, ribs, chorizo etc)
catherineJuly 1, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Smoke'n Barrel happy hour from 4-6. $5 wine, $5 pulled pork/cornmeal fried oysters/chicken wings/sausage jambalaya and large plates
Chad CooperMay 7, 2013
The etouffee is decent, but a little too runny, needs salt, and the shrimp in it have the heads still on them which is weird in an etouffee. I enjoyed the dinner though.
Justin SullivanJuly 19, 2015
I had the sausage kebab pita. Delicious but I think I could have chosen better.
R WilliamsAugust 28, 2016
Very good southern food with friendly service in a trendy setting.
Cat ReynoldsApril 17, 2011
The Quail with Morels = delicious plus leave room for dessert. Ricotta Panacotta was one of the best desserts I've had in months.
Lisa S.September 14, 2013
Just do happy hour to avoid unsavory service by hostess and manager. Manager may bust you for ordering a drink at the bar for happy hour if you're eating in main dining area.
ReserveFebruary 10, 2016
House-smoked St. Louis ribs come with Texas Jack BBQ sauce, corn muffin and coleslaw in one epic entrée that seems to have it all. Read more
ShinaJune 20, 2015
Great spot for lunch or a after-work drink. Lovely staff!
Tina TFebruary 18, 2014
Do not fill up on bread if you get the BBQ shrimp appetizer. You will need it to mop the plate. Its killer. Not a spec of sauce to be found on the plate.
herm pugayNovember 3, 2014
It's good for small groups and Bday parties. I had a spicy seafood dish
Turbo TatsAugust 10, 2011
The oysters are perfect, do yourself a favor and order a dozen. They may be expensive, but you won't regret it.
Jon LawsOctober 31, 2015
They have recipe cards for some of their dishes up front. Be sure to grab the recipe for their BBQ shrimp!
Alex SilarajsApril 22, 2012
Buttermilk biscuits, prosciutto de parma, red pepper jelly...sounds strange but it's one of my favorites.
C SDecember 30, 2018
Ribs, butter cookies with ham tasting platter
Michelle McCabeJune 23, 2011
Faith's warm ham and cheese toast, poached egg and jalapeno cream is incredible comfort food at it's best!!!
Tim HainesJune 23, 2016
Bbq shrimp was totally unexpected and delicious.
SFGateApril 13, 2010
New American dishes with a large dose of the South and New Orleans. Check out their Twitter feed (http://twitter.com/townhallBBQ) for info on the seasonal lunchtime BBQ. Read more
ReserveFebruary 10, 2016
Served with Worcestershire sauce and garlic herb toast, the BBQ shrimp dish makes a bold starter. Read more
Heather FoehMarch 26, 2016
Make a reservation! This place is popular and you're not going to get a seat without one.
Carla Perez-VeraJuly 12, 2013
The truffle risotto will melt in your mouth. Unbelievable!
Matteo FabianoAugust 14, 2014
Always solid. Never disappointing. An institution.
Rob JMay 15, 2014
Classy joint, homey. Pliny by the bottle and some delish Vino.
Zach KnoxAugust 7, 2014
Great drinks. Sometimes slow service, but it's always friendly.
Kimberly MiyamotoDecember 10, 2015
Pappardelle and the holiday bread pudding.
JoAnne KaoApril 13, 2013
Try the Bbq Shrimp, Worcestershire Sauce, Garlic Herb Toast Sauce - Amazing! Must try
Devin ReamsMay 24, 2015
Their weekly Pliny the Elder beer delivery arrives on Wednesday.
Megan DelaneyFebruary 15, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Hope to see you all at Town Hall's Annual Mardi Gras Extravaganza!! All you can eat and all you can drink only $70 at the door!! Plus, a LIVE band and dancing! Let the good times roll!!!
Theo TarverFebruary 24, 2014
The rib eye is amazing, especially if medium rare.

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