Fundamental comfort food with a gourmet flair. An SF classic. Can't wait to come back and experience more of this menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Trout Deviled Egg, Blue Plate Meatloaf, Whole Key Lime Pie
Tamir Bermann
Blue Plate offers elevated American cuisine, but the overall experience was disappointing.
The chicory salad with dates was very good, with a tasty dressing and nice balance.
The charred octopus had a great, tender texture but lacked any real charred flavor and felt flat and boring.
For mains, the salmon was tasty but unremarkable. The steak was served as several pieces rather than a proper cut, ordered medium but arriving closer to medium-well to well, with some chewy parts. The salsa and potatoes were fine, but the dish did not meet expectations.
Dessert, the brownie with ice cream and whipped cream, was underwhelming. The brownie was chewy and lacked a deep soft chocolate flavor, and the ice cream and whipped cream were very standard.
Service was okay but not particularly friendly. The restaurant was very loud, the chair unstable, and the table uncomfortable due to poor legroom.
Overall, not bad, but not good either. I would probably not come back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Chimene
Blue Plate is a neighborhood treasure. Scrumptious food, delightful adult beverages and the tasteful decor does not disappoint. A MUST on your 2026 restaurant list.
sue
After eating here with my spouse many times over the years, I returned with a party of 6 the other night. We were seated in the front, near the door, which surprised me. There is a quieter space in back. While the food was as I remembered, excellent, the space was cold and loud and I practically had to flag down the server to order wine. They lost a star from my overall review.
ROBERT RTB_OAK
Traditional food, competently, and skillfully prepared. It’s all about the taste! Backed up by attentive and friendly service. That’s why we keep coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Craig
Always a great experience at Blue Plate.Lively energy and great service with delicious dishes. Elevated comfort food. The salmon and steak dishes were excellent and the mac and cheese is insanely good. A reliable high quality casual spot.
Sarah Ledoux
The restaurant is very cute inside with a really nice back patio. I've eaten there several times and the server can always offer multiple vegan options- the risotto is delicious!
Bphman
With a somewhat small menu, this place emphasizes well prepared meals. Service is great and our server was friendly and most helpful. We had the fried chicken that is boneless and crunchy served with an outrageous potato salad. The meatloaf our neighbors looked good with mashed potatoes. We also had macro and cheese, also like homemade and a burrata app. Last was a salmon dish that my daughter greatly enjoyed. Pricing was reasonable but most important was that everything was delicious. Worth the trip.
Sam C
the waitress gave me the wrong person's leftover/to-go box and I didn't check until I got home, so now I'm having someone else's meatloaf. I get that they were busy but damn. I hope whoever got my order thinks it's as tasty as their meatloaf is. other than that, everything else is good 👍
Reliable neighborhood joint for when you want something more gourmet but not crazy $$$. Old standards but done well and often interesting new takes. The charred octopus app is good, cooked perfectly but I do far prefer all the old preparation with cauliflower that was more umami!! The current brussel sprouts and chanterelles side is yummy! Smoked beef bruschetta is always great. Fried chicken thighs are juicy even though it's not on the bone.
I truly think this place has the best meatloaf in the world... My sixth or seventh time here, my husband had been put on a soft-foods diet because of an upcoming root canal. The meatloaf and mashed potatoes here are both delicious and soft, so he was able to eat a flavorful meal while not harming his tooth. We are very grateful; the service is always outstanding as well!
Nghia
One of SF's gem indeed . You must go to enjoy . I love their appetizers . This our go to local restaurant.
Lupi
Awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elisabeth Ivanov
Blue Plate is a great spot for classic, comforting American food. The burgers and sandwiches are juicy and flavorful, the sides are solid, and everything feels fresh. The vibe is casual and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed meal with friends or family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charles
Very nice fried chicken and meat loaf, salad, key lime pie Lovely, warm informal ambience. Great simple homestyle food done beautifully in a charming environment.
Fundamental comfort food with a gourmet flair. An SF classic. Can't wait to come back and experience more of this menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Trout Deviled Egg, Blue Plate Meatloaf, Whole Key Lime Pie
Blue Plate offers elevated American cuisine, but the overall experience was disappointing.
The chicory salad with dates was very good, with a tasty dressing and nice balance.
The charred octopus had a great, tender texture but lacked any real charred flavor and felt flat and boring.
For mains, the salmon was tasty but unremarkable. The steak was served as several pieces rather than a proper cut, ordered medium but arriving closer to medium-well to well, with some chewy parts. The salsa and potatoes were fine, but the dish did not meet expectations.
Dessert, the brownie with ice cream and whipped cream, was underwhelming. The brownie was chewy and lacked a deep soft chocolate flavor, and the ice cream and whipped cream were very standard.
Service was okay but not particularly friendly. The restaurant was very loud, the chair unstable, and the table uncomfortable due to poor legroom.
Overall, not bad, but not good either. I would probably not come back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Blue Plate is a neighborhood treasure. Scrumptious food, delightful adult beverages and the tasteful decor does not disappoint. A MUST on your 2026 restaurant list.
After eating here with my spouse many times over the years, I returned with a party of 6 the other night. We were seated in the front, near the door, which surprised me. There is a quieter space in back. While the food was as I remembered, excellent, the space was cold and loud and I practically had to flag down the server to order wine. They lost a star from my overall review.
Traditional food, competently, and skillfully prepared. It’s all about the taste! Backed up by attentive and friendly service. That’s why we keep coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always a great experience at Blue Plate.Lively energy and great service with delicious dishes. Elevated comfort food. The salmon and steak dishes were excellent and the mac and cheese is insanely good. A reliable high quality casual spot.
The restaurant is very cute inside with a really nice back patio. I've eaten there several times and the server can always offer multiple vegan options- the risotto is delicious!
With a somewhat small menu, this place emphasizes well prepared meals. Service is great and our server was friendly and most helpful. We had the fried chicken that is boneless and crunchy served with an outrageous potato salad. The meatloaf our neighbors looked good with mashed potatoes. We also had macro and cheese, also like homemade and a burrata app. Last was a salmon dish that my daughter greatly enjoyed. Pricing was reasonable but most important was that everything was delicious. Worth the trip.
the waitress gave me the wrong person's leftover/to-go box and I didn't check until I got home, so now I'm having someone else's meatloaf. I get that they were busy but damn. I hope whoever got my order thinks it's as tasty as their meatloaf is. other than that, everything else is good 👍
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken, Smoked Trout Deviled Egg, Blue Plate Meatloaf, Whole Key Lime Pie, Black Truffle Gnocchi, Grilled Hanger Steak
Reliable neighborhood joint for when you want something more gourmet but not crazy $$$. Old standards but done well and often interesting new takes. The charred octopus app is good, cooked perfectly but I do far prefer all the old preparation with cauliflower that was more umami!! The current brussel sprouts and chanterelles side is yummy! Smoked beef bruschetta is always great. Fried chicken thighs are juicy even though it's not on the bone.
Restaurantji Recommends
I truly think this place has the best meatloaf in the world... My sixth or seventh time here, my husband had been put on a soft-foods diet because of an upcoming root canal. The meatloaf and mashed potatoes here are both delicious and soft, so he was able to eat a flavorful meal while not harming his tooth. We are very grateful; the service is always outstanding as well!
One of SF's gem indeed . You must go to enjoy . I love their appetizers . This our go to local restaurant.
Awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blue Plate is a great spot for classic, comforting American food. The burgers and sandwiches are juicy and flavorful, the sides are solid, and everything feels fresh. The vibe is casual and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed meal with friends or family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice fried chicken and meat loaf, salad, key lime pie Lovely, warm informal ambience. Great simple homestyle food done beautifully in a charming environment.
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