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Café Claude

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French Restaurant, Jazz and Blues Venue, and Art Gallery$$$$

Downtown San Francisco-Union Square, San Francisco

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SFGateDecember 4, 2014
The casual French brasserie vibe is enhanced with classic food such as French onion soup, salad Nicoise and duck confit. The restaurant doubles as a jazz club, come and enjoy a chilled evening! Read more
Mike WinstonApril 26, 2014
Tucked away on a hidden little back alley, this authentic cafe serves authentic Parisian cuisine. Don't miss the Escargot En Croute or Steak Tartare & read all about my visit on WinstonWanders below!! Read more
Wilson Favre-DelerueOctober 15, 2016
French food like your mother made it: superb onion soup, just the right balance of onion, soggy bread and grilled cheese atop in a super flavourful both, and PERFECT steak frites with a '12 Margaux.
Lee SimcoxAugust 21, 2013
A great atmosphere (especially with live jazz Thu-Sat; sit outside if possible), sexy staff provide a fantastic service, and possibly the best quality food I've ever eaten. Recommended to all!
Phil KenchJuly 4, 2012
The have got "French" right here but are so in character their temptation to up sell to French got the better of our waiter ;-)Fine tuna and steak. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Jo LAugust 23, 2013
Easy to miss if you're driving. The entrance is through a narrow alley. Look for the red canopy. Live jazz nights Thursday through Saturday. Great Parisian ambience.
PureWowMay 23, 2017
Dine alfresco and order classics like coq au vin and steak frites for an authentic experience that will transport you straight to the Marais. Read more
Chuck CoulsonJanuary 4, 2019
Great french bistro in FiDi. In an "alley" that ads to the Parisian effect. Beautiful inside with a newly added bar area.
The Corcoran GroupJune 19, 2011
Come for the handsome waiters, the great live music every night and have a nice meal of Escargot, Steak Tartare or the Crouque Monsieur with their legendary fries.
Jeb JohenningJanuary 26, 2015
What's not to to like? Frisée salad + steak frites + Chinon Cabernet= a perfect meal!
SamaherAugust 9, 2014
Very romantic place! Live music and great for dates. Tuna tartar and fillet mignon are good.
Cj MizzoSeptember 6, 2013
Excellent beef tatare made in front of you. Escargot was not too rich and creamy but just right
Anjanette BrownJuly 21, 2011
Good looking waiters with lots of personality...Derek is fantabulous!! Sit at the bar and enjoy his wine or tequila recommendations. The french fries and the spinach are amazing!!!
James TSeptember 10, 2014
I enjoy sitting outside in the lane, but be warned, the heat lamps only cover about 1/3 of the outside area (closest to the restaurant).
Ryder BondSeptember 9, 2013
Always love Cafe Claude- today was Quiche Lorraine and pomme frites . Yum as always. Staff was super nice. Sat outside today
SF WeeklyMay 30, 2012
SF Weekly’s Best Of 2012 Winner – Editorial Pick - Best Place to Pretend You’re in France You’re downtown, trying to keep up with Bluetoothed strangers hustling from one skyscraper to the next... Read more
Tim PursellAugust 6, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Everything is good but the salads are the best in San Francisco. Yes -- the best in San Francisco.
An ShengApril 5, 2019
Skip the escargot 🐌 the Brie special and charcuterie board were 💯
Fran SuJune 3, 2016
Duck confit is tasty. Friendly French speaking waiter.
Adam SampsonDecember 30, 2014
Live Jazz and a really nice atmosphere. I highly recommend giving it a try.
John MimsMay 26, 2011
Spot on awesome French bistro...off beaten path in alley. Tremendously good food. Live music, great outdoor tables in alley. Great bar
Jack LumanogJuly 18, 2010
Josh waited on us - great service, great food. Highly recommend filet mignon, pomme frites, and coconut custard. Live jazz on Saturday night was a nice treat too!
Kosuke HataFebruary 4, 2012
The live music is a great for hanging out by the bar. It's not a 'dinner' kinda place, but the food is splendid nonetheless.
iPhone JunkieXLAugust 9, 2013
The Coq au Vin is outstanding! So French and delicious...Mon Dieu
Pedro SvatetzAugust 28, 2013
Great french restaurant. I tried the coq au vin and was excellent!
Alan HFebruary 1, 2017
Been here 5+ times
The coq au vin seems to be the standout entrée. It’s delicious!
Hannah GMDecember 27, 2015
Classic French preparations and particularly good steak tartare.
Jeb JohenningJanuary 26, 2015
Frisée salad +Steak frites+Cabernet Chinon = Heaven.
Chip GrahamAugust 3, 2013
For weekend lunch..eat outside. Great service, croque madame is a great lunch meal.
Elizabeth BursteinMarch 31, 2017
Great atmosphere and location near u square
Eliza ChangJuly 3, 2014
The escargot, steak tartare, and coq au vin are winners. 👌
JD MaloneAugust 31, 2015
Food is good but if you're looking for authentic then this is not the place for you. The steak tartar and salads are your best options.
Darcy LinNovember 30, 2013
steak tartare is great~! And the waiters are all so cute...
AuAugust 8, 2013
In summer they have a rosé tasting flight. Check it out!
Heather RodriguezOctober 15, 2018
Great service, great place, horrible food and wine.
Owen WilliamsFebruary 15, 2016
Nice on a hot day to sit outside and drink tasty wine
Lisa LooDecember 28, 2011
Onion tart was to die for. Light, crisp, and loaded with caramelized onions!
Jenny L.April 13, 2015
Steak was very tough. Creme brulé was amazing.
Trace D.July 22, 2015
The food, the ambiance, the staff. Everything.
Rose JMarch 18, 2016
Cute French restaurant with live music on the weekends
Colleen DourneyJanuary 8, 2013
Try the escargot if you're in need of a life-changing experience.
MichalApril 24, 2013
Awesome french bread, finally for European like me and New York stake wasn't the worse neither.
Diego VareseDecember 5, 2012
The mouse au chocolate is not very tasty, the rest was excellent
Marc SSeptember 18, 2012
The confit de canard is highly recommended.
Gabriela HeadJanuary 2, 2012
The Mussels in Saffron reduction are absolutely out of this world.
╰⊰✿ *~ＳｈｉｒａＬｙｌａ~* ✿⊱╮October 2, 2010
This is lovely+cozy little place.Try Coq St.Jacques , Tuna Tartars , Pranw Brochette , Escargot en Croute!
J SNovember 3, 2018
Not a fan of the duck. Fries were excellent.
Tati ☆☆☆☆☆☆February 20, 2015
Delicous escargot, champagnes and ambiance
Katie MuiAugust 9, 2014
Best steak tartare in the city!
Elviana ThioOctober 24, 2013
escargot and mussels were amazing, but would not recommend the tartare

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