Movida

4.3

20 Reviews

$31 to $50

Fusion / Eclectic

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Fancy
Good for groups

Located in the heart of South Park, San Francisco, Movida Lounge is a restaurant, cocktail lounge, and experience-driven bar aiming to transport diners on a culinary journey from the shores of Persia to Mexico, while creating a visionary expression of flavorful Perxican cuisine.

The transporting venue brings elevated dining experience and pleasure together with a magical, glamorous, vibrant atmosphere.

Movida Lounge embodies a multi-sensory culinary and lifestyle experience, filled with eclectic blends of Persian and Mexican music, dishes full of taste, and a fresh and flirty ambiance.

The dynamic restaurant and lounge will transform a high-end dinner service into a vibrant atmosphere for guests to socialize and celebrate the night away.

Additional information

Location
555 2nd St, San Francisco, CA 94107-1411
Phone number
(415) 212-6672
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Mexican, Persian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

Golden Hour - Happy Hour With A Twist!
Multiple dates available
Welcome to Golden Hour High Tea at Movida—a unique twist on happy hour that brings an elevated yet relaxed experience. Choose from a heavily discounted high tea food and cocktail package, discounted cocktails and snacks..and don't forget to ask about our secret menu.
Persian New Year @ Movida
$145.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 21, 2025 only
Celebrate Nowruz with a special four-course Persian New Year dinner at Movida, where tradition meets modern elegance in a feast of vibrant flavors and exquisite wine pairings. Begin with a Creamy Chipotle Barley Soup, its velvety warmth balanced by the floral and stone fruit notes of Darioush Viognier. The Roasted Beet Salad with Whipped Feta and Sherry Vinaigrette follows, a perfect harmony of earthy sweetness and tangy richness, elevated by a crisp Darioush Sauvignon Blanc. For the main course, choose between Cilantro Lime Halibut with Sabzi Polo (Herbed Rice), a fresh and aromatic delight paired with Darioush Chardonnay, or the Samanoo-Glazed Chicken Quarter with Zereshk Polo (Barberry Rice), where sweet and tart flavors shine alongside the bold spice of Darioush Signature Shiraz. End the night on a sweet note with your choice of Pomegranate Tres Leches, bursting with fruit-infused decadence, or Persian Baklava, a golden, nutty indulgence. Elevate the experience with an optional expertly curated wine pairing, and raise a glass to renewal, abundance, and the joy of Norooz!

What 20 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Francisco Bay Area
Innovative
San Francisco
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Movida offers a unique Persian-Mexican fusion with "incredible flavors" and a "lively vibe." While some found portions small, the food consistently impresses with its "innovative and unique" menu. Guests praise the "great service" and welcoming staff, especially owner Shima. It's a vibrant spot for dining and entertainment, though reservations could improve.

20 Reviews

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Michael VIP
San Francisco48 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
The hostess lied to me about my reservation, even after I showed her the confirmation on my phone. The dining area is a banquette on one side of the bar with tables and uncomfortable backless stools. For the first half of our time there, a party was going on and the noise level was deafening. The food was nothing special and pretty pricey.
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David
San Francisco6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there. Great service, food and entertainment. Definitely recommend and will go back.
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Erick
San Francisco3 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We didn’t get our table cloth until asked for, the meals came inconsistently and the food was alright. Was definitely expecting slightly bigger portions but other than that it was a great dinner. Also: - Had to stop by and get food on the way home because we were still hungry. - The dessert was the biggest portion out of all the course’s
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Ian
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We came for the Valentine’s Day special, there was a nice ambiance but very expensive and bad value. The dishes were somewhat unique but not filling. The people at the table next to us thought the same thing.
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Ben
San Francisco5 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wasn't a fan of the smaller tables, but the service was good, food was good and nice cocktails. We were rushed out at the end and had to wait at the bar for our car (it was raining outside).
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Orlando
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best restaurants in the bay. Great service from Solomon ( sorry if i misspelled your name). Movida is always a go to for my girlfriend and me. We’ve gone multiple times and every time we try a different dish. Not one plate nor drink had disappointed. 10/10
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Khash
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Movida was an absolute delight! The Persian-Mexican fusion cuisine was unique and packed with incredible flavors--every dish was delicious and beautifully presented. The vibe was lively, with a great DJ setting the perfect atmosphere. What truly made the night special was Shima, the owner--she personally checked in on us, making sure we had everything we needed. Her warmth and hospitality made us feel so welcome. Great food, great music, and amazing service--we'll definitely be back!
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Ann
San Francisco113 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding!! The menu choices are innovative and unique. We love the fries with the delicious aioli. But we also love everything else, especially the chicken tinga tacos. The wine selections are great!! What a sexy place. Sit at the bar!
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Angelica VIP
San Francisco14 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a great fusion of cultures! Yummy food and great flavors!
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anjali
San Francisco17 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great service, our host was warn and showed that she wanted to take good care of us. She had many tables so service did get a lil slow at times but not anything too unreasonable. Food was a hit or miss, fries (?) and seafood were great, my friends did not like the chicken tacos. Fun atmosphere for sure and wonderful music selection!
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FAQs

Movida is rated 4.3 stars by 20 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

555 2nd St, San Francisco, CA 94107-1411

Additional information

Phone number
(415) 212-6672
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Mexican, Persian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Movida

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Additional information

Experiences

Golden Hour - Happy Hour With A Twist!

Persian New Year @ Movida

Menu

What 20 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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