Blind Butcher

4058 18th St A, San Francisco
(415) 529-2478

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Roberto

The food was flavorful and ambience was nice. The service was excellent in making sure we had an amazing experience for my wife's birthday dinner.

Erica

Food and drinks were delicious. We had the Rack of lamb, the Filet Mignon, mash potatoes, Brussels sprouts and their famous Lobster Truffle Mac n Cheese.

Bryan

Food is always very good; service last night was off - friendly but very slow. Perhaps they were short staffed due to Easter.

Leilani

Drinks were so good, food was amazing. Highly recommend the Brussel sprouts to start! The wagyu burger and truffle fries were perfection.

Brisa

Food was absolutely amazing. A bit expensive but satisfied me and my partner a lot!!!!! It is a bit loud for our taste but it's a really nice comfortable restaurant. Staff were really nice!

Doug

Pass. I expected a fine dining experience based on the reputation and price, but the service was rushed. We received our appetiers, and the entrees arrived immediately afterwards.  Clearly the kitchen and the server did not care. The prime rib stroganoff had only a few fatty, tasteless pieces of meat, and our server seemed eager for us to leave. 

Jonathan Reno Tran

I’ve dined at this restaurant before for dinner, and I had a fantastic experience with both the food and service. However, my recent brunch visit was a significant letdown, marred by a series of unfortunate events that raised some serious red flags. First off, we were informed that both coffee and espresso martinis were unavailable due to a broken coffee machine. Ironically, shortly after, the table next to us, which was seated after my group, received their espresso martini. This inconsistency was frustrating. As for our drinks, one of our orders was completely forgotten, and we had to wait an excruciating 15-20 minutes just to have our food order taken. It felt like we had been overlooked entirely. To make matters worse, two groups seated after us were served their meals before we even got a chance to order. We attempted to start our brunch with an appetizer, which never arrived in time. Our server, who seemed to lack a basic understanding of hospitality, failed to check in with our table while we were left waiting for 20-30 minutes for our food. Not once did they ask if we needed drink refills or if everything was okay. Finally, without clearing the table or checking if we wanted anything else—like dessert or that elusive espresso martini—the server simply dropped off the check and walked away. This lack of attentiveness was disappointing and left a sour note on an otherwise promising outing. I really hope this restaurant can address these issues, as I would like to return for another dinner experience. But for now, I can’t recommend their brunch.

Robert

Food - The food was very bland. Surprising based on all the other reviews. My food lacked any type of seasoning. My protein bowl ended up being an overcooked wagyu patty with garbanzo beans and peppers. Although the menu I had listed it came with butchers potatoes, my plate didn’t have any.

Service - Need more wait staff. The service was also lacking. Don’t sit outside because it’ll take forever to get any service. Watched two other tables get seated and orders taken inside before even getting acknowledged at my table that I was told I could sit in. No menus, no silverware. I had to find my own menu from another table. After about 15 minutes and before almost walking away, the bartender came out and took my order. The bartender was very nice and tried to make up for the situation but overall, wasn’t a great brunch visit.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 2

Taylor Ostman

Very cute, dark academia space. Had no clue there would be a live DJ there, but that completed the amazing vibe! Food and service were great. We had the butchers board, allowing us to try just about everything on the menu. Great place for a date, on Thursdays-Saturdays with a live DJ playing funky, disco house music.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ja De

This place is very nice, when I get there it’s a little busy can barely move with the space they have. I’ve got the pork loin chop for my dinner and my plate is so sweet all I can taste is the sweetness. Eat 1/4 of my pallet and take it with me. I don’t enjoy it. Need to work on balancing the flavor of dish.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 5

Elif Lee

We just loved it. Fridays night DJ was great. Great atmosphere and friendly staff along with delicious food.

Dietary restrictions: Celiac friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Whole Grilled Branzino, Roka Salad, Rack of Lamb, Lamb Lollipops

Joseph K

There may be some debate whether or not this steak was medium rare, rare, or blue. But I ordered medium well so I could share with my wife. It was delicious but she didn't get to enjoy as much as she would have liked. The potatoes were perfect and her ravioli with, i think prosciutto, was delicious too. My personal favorite was the brussel sprouts. My wife typically likes one or two to sample my food or "for taste" but she ate a lot more than her usual one or two. The food here is great!

Service. Service was something else. She tried to be friendly and A for effort. But we were sitting at the bar and it took a little long just to order. I mean, i understand you have 6 drink orders to make and each seemed to be 2 drinks each. But about 5min AFTER going through every item on the menu and placing the menu down to indicate to the bartender within arm's each that we were ready to order did she finally get to us. That and bluish rare when we ordered medium-well, sitting at the bar might not be the best option. What i gathered watching the actual servers at the tables, you might get better service at a table.

Lastly, too many chairs at the bar. My wife and I were sitting so close we touching from knee to shoulder and i had to lean away from her just to use my other arm. And still i we getting slapped by the hair of the lady next to me and she and i were accidentally bumping elbows and utensils. I'd sat only slightly more room than economy class on a plane. The lady next to me was a good sport about it and i used to be in the military (no personal space) so it wasn't an issue. But i understand that may not be enough room to enjoy one's food for some. If so, don't sit at the bar.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 2

J F

Pork chop flavorless. One little potatoe on the plate. Over priced.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Tatjana Korkut

The restaurant has too loud music. I was surprised to see DJ. It’s hard to have any conversations over dinner. It’s more bring a date to a place that you don’t want to talk to much. I have been in this restaurant 2 yrs ago and had a good experience. I was disappointed how it changed. Hopefully they can change something soon.

Lydia Winn

Food and service are adequate, but the owner has been repeatedly warned about leaving his trash in a neighboring nonprofit’s bins and continues to do it. I want to support local businesses that contribute positively to the local community.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 3

Service: 3

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