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Xebec-sf, San Francisco, CA

Xebec-sf

4.7 (75)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
131 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102-5919

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Are you ready to embark on a mouth-watering journey down the Mediterranean coast, infused with the tantalizing flavors and techniques of Japan? Join us now to experience this meeting of cultures that will leave your taste buds craving for more!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 75 people are saying

Xebec-sf reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Xebec-sf offers an exceptional dining experience with "absolutely unforgettable" food and "superb service." The menu creatively blends Mediterranean and Japanese cuisines, providing "mind-blowing" flavors and "especially inventive" dishes. Ideal for pre-theatre dining in Hayes Valley, the restaurant boasts a "welcoming" ambiance and attentive staff, making it a "favorite" for many patrons.
75 Reviews
  1. Michael VIP

    San Francisco26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first dining experience at Xebec—and definitely not our last. We’ll be returning soon for more of their delicious dishes. The wait staff went above and beyond, offering attentive service and thoughtful recommendations throughout the meal. The oysters with hon wasabi honeydew slush were a refreshing start, and the prawn ravioli in dashi ponzu sauce was packed with flavor. The fresh uni risotto arancini was delightful, but the standout among the starters was the grilled octopus—so tender and flavorful we could have easily devoured three servings. Highly recommended. For entrées, we tried the house-made pappardelle in miso cream sauce—WOW. Thick, chewy, and incredibly satisfying. The hand-cut linguine in spicy tomato broth with the catch of the day was equally impressive. Desserts were just as memorable. The table shared the apple tart and chocolate mousse, both excellent, while I enjoyed a perfectly balanced vanilla pistachio sorbet. It was the ideal finish to an amazing meal—and surprisingly affordable! Try Xebec—you won’t be disappointed.

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  2. Aristotle

    San Francisco10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    A good place overall, but did not move with the kind of flow that makes for a relaxing meal. Their food was good, but their bar was a little off and they only had one beer on tap. I would go again for the convenience and everyone was quite friendly, but there are choices I would opt for over them in the area.

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  3. Tallie VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    It’s mediterranean and Asian fusion, not just Asian fusion. Great quality food but pricey. pretty empty on a Saturday night.

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  4. Lama VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is absolutely brilliant and the service is very attentive .

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  5. Valentina VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Totally incredible food! I have rarely Had such creative, delicious, high quality, genuine food. The blend of Italian Middle East and Japan is simply mind blowing. The staff is amazing too. last but not least dessert is spectacular. I can’t wait to be back!

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  6. Yuval VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place, the food is great. It is in close proximity to the civic center and makes it a perfect early dinner if you attend an event.

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  7. Peter

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We love xebec, one of our favorites, particularly before an SFJazz show. Excellent, creative dishes

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  8. Kate

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good food and a great margarita! Shared a lot of things - definitely was the way to go

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  9. Cory VIP

    Dallas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good for, great service, and a relaxing evening out

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  10. Elizabeth VIP

    San Francisco23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great place pre-theatre. Small, great service, interesting menu.

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Xebec-sf is rated 4.7 stars by 75 OpenTable diners.

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131 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102-5919

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Western Addition
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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