Catch French Bistro

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   Vernon

   San Francisco7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We were seated promptly and got to choose the location. They have an area with a burning fireplace. Waiter was pleasant and h helpful The four of us all chose their full dinner fixed price menu which had a very decent number of choices. We all felt it was a good value. I was personally a little disappointed with the fish I chose, but I am not a big fish person. One of us chose the filet mignon but was surprised that it was a tough as it was. It was a birthday celebration but we did not order alcohol. Non drinkers. I would go back but might try another entre selection. My fried calamari was good, and the dessert was very good. One of our group really liked the salad. Try it out sometime.
   

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   Audrey

   San Francisco19 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Catch is a go-to seafood place for me. Always a delight seated by the fire in front. Food always good.
   

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   Terry VIP

   San Francisco8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   A lovely Valentine's Day experience. Good food, nice ambience. Slightly cold on a chilly night.
   

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   Harley VIP

   San Francisco3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Catch French Bistro really made sure we understood how un-special and cattle like a restaurant can make guests feel on a busy night like Valentine’s Day. The hostess seemed entirely clued out on how to search a name, repeatedly telling me I didn’t have a reservation. Eventually I showed her my booking, and she gave me a table (OpenTable later contacted me asking why I wasn’t seated, so obviously she still never bothered). The tables were all practically elbow to elbow, so it was hardly romantic. Every word uttered by the neighboring tables was clearly overheard. We felt crowded in, as though they added more tables just to squeeze more money out of people on a high demand evening. I understand that it’s a busy night, but service was glacial, both in terms of speed and unfriendliness. It took about 45 minutes to get a glass of wine, all of which was overpriced and not very good. The dinner was an $80 prix fixe, and it was an absolute cash grab. The food quality was barely culinary school level, nothing was fresh tasting, and at $80 for three courses I’d expect something better than what we got. Maybe the place is better the rest of the year, but we were sorely disappointed, and it definitely turned a special night into a bit of a drag.
   

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   gary

   San Francisco4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Didn’t know prefix on Valentine’s Day Service a little slow Food was ok.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Such lovely place with fantastic food and phenomenal folks to assist with all your needs. Always feel welcome!!
   

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   Michael VIP

   San Francisco17 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my first time visiting since the change in ownership. I was not disappointed. Wonderful service and exquisite food. I look forward to another visit and experiencing the live music (I was there beforehand as I was going to a show).
   

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   Kevin

   San Francisco2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 5, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Have had dinner here a couple times. Both good. Met a friend today for lunch/brunch. Service was great. Food was good. Eggs were poached to perfection and loved the croissant switch out from English muffin. Only negative is the hollandaise on the Benedict wasn't very flavorful; maybe a bit more lemon would help? Would return for brunch again!
   

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   John

   San Francisco53 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I've been a customer for more than 2 decades -- originally Catch, now Catch French Bistro. I've always loved the place and now, the food is substantially better under new ownership. Very nice dining experience at fair prices in a neighborhood with few decent options and the service is excellent. I'll keep coming back.
   

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    Allen

    San Francisco4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Great place to meet if you want to have a noise level that allows for conversation.
    

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