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Historic John's Grill, San Francisco, CA

Historic John's Grill

4.7
4.7
7134 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
John's Grill has been a San Francisco tradition since 1908. This historic restaurant is one of the city's oldest and most famous and is a favorite of celebrities who enjoy great steaks, expertly prepared fresh seafood with excellent service and a one of a kind atmosphere. John's Grill was a setting in author Dashiell Hammett, The Maltese Falcon.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 45 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:45 am–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 986-0069
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mauricio Sibrian
  • Catering
    Cancellation policy: A party of six or more must be confirmed with a valid credit card. Any cancellations must be made prior to 24 hour of reservation to avoid a $30 charge per person. This policy also applies if you need to reduce the number of guests in your party.
  • Private party facilities
    Historic John's Grill a landmark restaurant established in 1908 offers private dining rooms for 20 - 300 guests. Classic San Francisco atmosphere offering local seafood and fine cuts of steaks and chops. Chosen as top 10 by Esquire and featured in Gourmet.
  • Private party contact
    John Konstin: (415) 986-0069
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Cross street
    Powell Street
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage directly across the street, Ellis - O'Farrell Garage.https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots/ellis-ofarrell-garageParking near John's Grill:https://www.parkinsf.com/sanfrancisco/parking-near/John%27s+Grill
  • Public transit
    BART / MUNI at Powell Street Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 7,134 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    American

7,134 Reviews
  1. JumboRC

    New York City

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    John’s did not disappoint. My wife and I had a terrific meals and we will definitely come back here the next time we’re in San Francisco.

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  2. MBJasper

    Atlanta Metro

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    John’s is always a great meal. A restaurant doesn’t stay open for over 100 years if the food quality and service aren’t exceptional. Tonight was no exception

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  3. EmilyF

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We requested a quiet table for 2 but were seated in the bar area. The host flirted with some women at the bar for so long with his butt in our faces that we had a hard time keeping up a conversation. The waitress let us completely over order (steaks come with a potato and vegetables but doesn't say it on the menu. She let us order 2 sides of creamed spinach...one order is enough for 2). She barely had any table presence at all. We had so much food to box up, it was crazy. Food was excellent, environment lovely. The staff is spoiled by tourists.

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  4. DALD

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We took an out of town guest here to dine before the theater. I have been coming to this restaurant since I was a kid and it always brings back such great memory. I made another great memory last week. The food and service were terrific. The portions are large and everyone in our party enjoyed their meal.

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  5. FoodBug

    San Francisco

    104 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    104 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    John’s Grill has the best steak in town! And switch out your baked potatoes for the fries - they are delicious! You can’t ask for more. The place has atmosphere, class, it’s historical, and serves up a great meal for a fair price!

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  6. Leddy

    San Francisco

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always great! Service is great. Our favorite S.F. restaurant.

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  7. FoodieNanny

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A birthday dinner with friends, everyone loved all the food, drinks, and appetizers and they made a fuss over the birthday girl. Made for a great night!

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  8. JerryJ

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING! I have passed by John's for years and never checked it out. So glad I finally went in and enjoyed dinner. Was in the City to attend a Giants vs Yankees game and booked and early dinner. Service was #1, drinks were #1 and food was #1. The three of us enjoyed everything and will be back ............. hopefully the Giants can win one this time :).

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  9. LaDolceVita1996

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect greeting, seated at a comfortable window table. Drinks and food arrived in reasonable time. Meals hot, tasty and right sized. And, oh, the bread! Damn, great experience; we’ll be back.

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  10. KFrost

    Cincinnati

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Recommended by our Concierge. Food was great, and in walking distance downtown! Will visit again.

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FAQs

Historic John's Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 986-0069.

Historic John's Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 7134 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Historic John's Grill

63 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Powell Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:45 am–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage directly across the street, Ellis - O'Farrell Garage.https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots/ellis-ofarrell-garageParking near John's Grill:https://www.parkinsf.com/sanfrancisco/parking-near/John%27s+Grill
  • Public transit
    BART / MUNI at Powell Street Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mauricio Sibrian
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 986-0069
  • Catering
    Cancellation policy: A party of six or more must be confirmed with a valid credit card. Any cancellations must be made prior to 24 hour of reservation to avoid a $30 charge per person. This policy also applies if you need to reduce the number of guests in your party.
  • Private party facilities
    Historic John's Grill a landmark restaurant established in 1908 offers private dining rooms for 20 - 300 guests. Classic San Francisco atmosphere offering local seafood and fine cuts of steaks and chops. Chosen as top 10 by Esquire and featured in Gourmet.
  • Private party contact
    John Konstin: (415) 986-0069
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