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Wayfare Tavern, San Francisco, CA

Wayfare Tavern

4.6
4.6
7834 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 90 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.

All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 772-9060
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Florence
  • Catering
  • Private party facilities
    Wayfare Tavern is a true gathering place for private events of all types. We offer several options to accommodate intimate family dinners, weddings and receptions, corporate events, social gatherings, and full restaurant buy outs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Team: (415) 772-9060
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Montgomery & Sansome
  • Parking details
    **PARKING GARAGES NEAR US 1 Embarcadero Center; Portsmouth Square Garage, 733 Kearny St
  • Public transit
    Muni: Clay & Montgomery stops; Sansome & Sacramento stops. Cable car stops one block away on California Street.
  • Entertainment
    Within our second floor dining room, we have a Billiard Room available for parties up to 16. The room has double pained glass doors and features an antique tin ceiling, vintage red felt pool table. To make ordering easy, the room has a red "hot" phone which direct dials to ordering food and cocktails. Reservations are suggested and the room is available upon availability.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Wayfare Tavern's NYE 4 Floor Party

    $300.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    7:30 PM
    Celebrate New Year's Eve at Wayfare Tavern’s multi-level bash! We are opening the entire Restaurant including the private rooms for you to celebrate the New Year - and we are pulling out all the stops. Start on the main floor with a welcome drink, live jazz, passed appetizers, and dancing by the fireplace. Visit the second floor’s Buck Bar for cocktails, seafood towers, carving stations, and pool. On the third floor, enjoy martinis, live music and charcuterie in the Bartlett Room. The Sequoia Room in the Penthouse transforms into a disco with DJs and a full bar to dance in the New Year. Dress to impress—grab your ticket now! More info available events@wayfaretavern.com
    Wayfare Tavern's NYE 4 Floor Party Photo
  • Sequoia Holiday Speakeasy

    Dec 22, 2024 - Dec 30, 2024
    From December 22nd to December 30th, Wayfare Tavern's Sequoia Room, located on the 4th floor, will transform into a glamorous, cozy escape, and you’re invited to join the party! Enter through the 558 1/2 Sequoia Entrance and step into a festive affair as our pop-up serves up holiday magic with a dash of speakeasy allure. Dress to impress and bring your festive spirit! This Cocktail Bar Experience offers holiday-inspired cocktails, small bites, and a few indulgent desserts. While these options provide light nibbles, they are not intended to replace a full meal. For a more robust dining experience, we suggest making a reservation in Wayfare Tavern's Dining Room. Celebrate the season with us in style!
    Sequoia Holiday Speakeasy Photo

What 7,834 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked

  • San Francisco

    American

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wayfare Tavern in San Francisco is a delightful dining destination known for its "awesome burger" and irresistible fried chicken. Guests love the "superb service" and cozy, rich decor, making it ideal for special occasions or a casual night out. Despite occasional service hiccups, the culinary experience consistently impresses, with standout dishes like beef tartare and popovers. A vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff contribute to memorable visits, solidifying its status as a "go-to" eatery.

7,834 Reviews
  1. Kimberly

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    For the Sequoia Christmas pop up - drinks were good enough, although nothing special from the holiday drinks. Our server would not leave us alone. He would ask if we wanted a drink or a snack and when we would tell him we needed a few minutes, he came back in 90 seconds. When we said we would ultimately need a second drink once we finished our first, he said he could put in the order for the second…. …in a place that was barely half full. I felt really pressured to make an order and to leave ASAP.

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  2. Alfonso

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Love the locale and the food is consistently pretty good.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible experience at the holiday speakeasy pop-up tonight! The cider came in an adorable gingerbread man mug that was very Instagrammable. Also, the snacks were so good. My favorite was the fried oysters and the churros. Definitely recommend for a cute and lovely holiday themed evening!

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  4. Brenda

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I brought my daughter and 2 granddaughters. The food was amazing, the service excellent. Yes expect to spend some money; but it was worth it.

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  5. Roxanne

    VIP

    San Francisco

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my ultimate fave dinner spots in San Francisco. Celebrated my son’s birthday here…As always amazing food, great ambiance and great service!!

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  6. Angela

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Beef tartar had great flavor and the beef cheek stroganoff is rich and tender. Will definitely come back to just enjoy a burger at the bar!

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  7. Jennifer

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wayfare Tavern has been consistently good for many years. The holiday pop-up in the Sequoia Room was no different. A really fun and intimate holiday scene with creative and festive cocktails. The small bites were delicious and paired well with the seasonal cocktails. Will definitely keep an eye out for similar events.
    Wayfare TavernResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Jennifer! We're thrilled to hear that you've enjoyed our holiday pop-up in the Sequoia Room and our seasonal cocktails. It's great to know that you enjoyed the creative and festive cocktails, as well as our small bites. Your feedback is truly appreciated and it motivates us to keep delivering great experiences. We look forward to welcoming you back at Wayfare Tavern for more fun and intimate holiday scenes.

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  8. Su

    VIP

    Caribbean

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The speakeasy popup was lackluster. Long wait to sit down despite having a reservation. Lite bites took over an hour to arrive (with part of the order having never made it despite the server checking for us twice). Drinks also took a while. Great concept but execution needs significant improvement.
    Wayfare TavernResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Su. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Wayfare Tavern didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate you sharing your thoughts about the food and service. We always aim to provide prompt service and delicious food, so we're disappointed to hear that we fell short in these areas during your visit. We're also sorry for the long wait you experienced , we did get really busy yesterday but that is no excuse for the long wait. Your feedback is valuable to us and we'll certainly take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our guests' experiences. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future.

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  9. Betsy

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun addition to the holiday bars to visit in SF. The pop-up speakeasy was a great experience and our group had a wonderful time! Hope you do it again next year!
    Wayfare TavernResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Betsy! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the pop-up speakeasy at Wayfare Tavern and that our guests had a wonderful time. We're always looking for ways to make our holiday bar visits a little more special for our guests. We appreciate your feedback on the value and will continue to work on it. We're looking forward to welcoming you back next year!

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  10. Arielle

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was absolutely amazing, so grateful to the hostess staff for being accommodating to the crazy schedule of my boss. I was able to help him look like a rockstar on his date. He’s already texting me saying that they will be back.

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FAQs

Wayfare Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 772-9060.

Wayfare Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 7834 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 90 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Wayfare Tavern

558 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Montgomery & Sansome
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    **PARKING GARAGES NEAR US 1 Embarcadero Center; Portsmouth Square Garage, 733 Kearny St
  • Public transit
    Muni: Clay & Montgomery stops; Sansome & Sacramento stops. Cable car stops one block away on California Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Florence
  • Entertainment
    Within our second floor dining room, we have a Billiard Room available for parties up to 16. The room has double pained glass doors and features an antique tin ceiling, vintage red felt pool table. To make ordering easy, the room has a red "hot" phone which direct dials to ordering food and cocktails. Reservations are suggested and the room is available upon availability.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 772-9060
  • Catering
  • Private party facilities
    Wayfare Tavern is a true gathering place for private events of all types. We offer several options to accommodate intimate family dinners, weddings and receptions, corporate events, social gatherings, and full restaurant buy outs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Team: (415) 772-9060
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