1601 Bar & Kitchen
$$$$ • Asian Fusion, Wine Bars
Hours:
1601 Howard St, San Francisco
(415) 552-1601
About 1601 Bar & Kitchen
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Hokkaido Scallops Ceviche
Dungeness Crab Pot Pie
Egg Hopper Sambols
Duck Leg Curry
Smoked Salmon
Duck Curry
Egg Popper
Banana
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 5:30 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 5:30 - 9PM |
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1601 Bar & Kitchen is a unique restaurant in San Francisco that offers a creative fusion of Sri Lankan cuisine with French techniques. The restaurant features a warm ambiance and attentive service, with a husband and wife team managing the place. The menu includes dishes that are both adventurous and innovative, with a focus on California-styled fusion flavors and ingredients. Standout items include the Hokkaido scallops crudo with Tsar Nicoulai 'Estate' caviar, celery soup with fresh crab, and the signature "egg hopper" dish. The set tasting menu is highly recommended, as it provides a complete culinary experience. Many diners praise the food as phenomenal, with inventive dishes like a spicy coconut cream soup cappuccino that leaves a lasting impression. The meal is generous, with multiple rounds of bites, appetizers, and dessert, leaving guests full and satisfied. Although the restaurant is on the pricier side, the excellent food, perfect timing of the tasting menu, and world-class service make it a hidden gem in San Francisco, a highlight for visitors and locals alike.