My boyfriend and I dined here for Valentine’s Day and had an exceptional experience from start to finish. Despite the restaurant being at full capacity, we were seated promptly at the time of our reservation with virtually no wait. Upon being seated, we were warmly welcomed by the owner and an attentive, genuinely gracious staff, which immediately set a positive tone for the evening. The menu struck an impressive balance between innovation and approachability, pairing flavors in unexpected yet thoughtfully composed ways that felt both creative and refined. Each dish reflected intention and precision. The cocktails were equally impressive. Overall, it was a seamless and elevated dining experience that felt both special and effortlessly executed. We definitely will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laine Buckingham
We went on what was an incredibly busy night with a reservation. People didn't leave things backed up. Philippe and Ellen went out of ttheir way to help us as we waited. And then the food and wine were magnificent, of course.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Traditional Escargots De Bourgogne, Traditional Onion Soup
Evan M
I’ve been 3 times recently and it’s been great all around each time. Nice cozy, neighborhood atmosphere with great French food and friendly staff. It’s sort of entered into my top handful of restaurants I’ll regularly return to even though I don’t live in the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alle
Fabulous. Better than any restaurant I've ever been to in France. No detail is overlooked. Every single aspect of the food I would rate excellent. This says something extraordinary about the chef/owner...to carry on -- even improve -- this quality over the years is quite an achievment. Not cheap, but worth every penny.
Ashley Schwanbeck
Everything we ordered was soooooo delicious. Also amazing customer service. I got the sweet bread entree and it was beyond delicious. The owner of the restaurant told us the story of how they make the sweet bread and it was so interesting! He also gave our table a free dessert. I would definitely come back here again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ahmed I. Shaikh
Amazing food! Some of the best French food youll find anywhere! We hadsmoked salmon, vol au vent, moules frites, ratatouille, and pain perdu (best french toast in SF), and best french fries (as good as Bon Delire & Zuni, possibly)... everything was delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
X N
The food is excellent, and highly recommend making a reservation in advance.
Leda Paul
This is one of the best restaurants I have ever dined at in my life! It was such a great experience my last night in SF. Food was delicious, service was excellent. I will be sure to come again next thing I’m on the west coast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lance
Superbe! This is how it's done. You feel far removed from the outside world: an intentionally-crafted dining environment. The cuisine is: ecstatic. You have *no* other thoughts except, “This is amazing”. These people have le savoir-faire, without a lick of pretension. And- being greeted by the chef-owner when you enter, and when you leave?? These people *want* you to: En-Joy.
Ray Bradford
Absolute class, A1. A jewel of Clement restaurant row. What’s not to love. Order whatever catches your eye. Filet is aces. Cassoulet is aces. Cheesy potatoes are aces. Smoked old fashion is aces. That’s a lot of aces.
We're not Chapeau! virgins, but we had a truly enjoyable experience. The service was kind and excellent. The owner saw us stopping to let me off to claim our table and ran out and said "Are you dining here? Take the spot!" even though it was marked off with a cone. We were greeted warmly inside. Among the dishes we enjoyed were the kabocha soup, the mushroom and cream vol au vent, the cassoulet, the pork loin, and the filet mignon. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed. Two of us also had the wine pairing, which left me a bit soused at the end of the evening, but it's so much fun, I would probably do it again. I'm so glad this San Francisco gem has survived the pandemic and post-pandemic to continue dishing out top-quality food and hospitality to San Franciscans and those from beyond.
Batshir
From the moment you walk through the front door it feels like you're coming home. The chef and everyone who works at Le Chapeau is happy to greet you! The food is prepared so expertly, and plated beautifully. Never disappoints. We love Le Chapeau!
Raven
As always, Chapeau! was delicious, festive, and filled with ambiance and good cheer. The perfect spot to ring in the new year with some very good people.
Campbell Smith
Phillipe and the team were amazing hosts and treated us very well. Great food, amazing neighborhood spot
Service: 5
Emily Turner
Truly 5 star experience. Food was incredible, vibe was popping, and so charming that may of the wait staff are all family. We took my in laws who are huge New York foodies and they shared it was some of the best French food they’d had. Exceeded all expectations, will go again
My boyfriend and I dined here for Valentine’s Day and had an exceptional experience from start to finish. Despite the restaurant being at full capacity, we were seated promptly at the time of our reservation with virtually no wait. Upon being seated, we were warmly welcomed by the owner and an attentive, genuinely gracious staff, which immediately set a positive tone for the evening. The menu struck an impressive balance between innovation and approachability, pairing flavors in unexpected yet thoughtfully composed ways that felt both creative and refined. Each dish reflected intention and precision. The cocktails were equally impressive. Overall, it was a seamless and elevated dining experience that felt both special and effortlessly executed. We definitely will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went on what was an incredibly busy night with a reservation. People didn't leave things backed up. Philippe and Ellen went out of ttheir way to help us as we waited. And then the food and wine were magnificent, of course.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Traditional Escargots De Bourgogne, Traditional Onion Soup
I’ve been 3 times recently and it’s been great all around each time. Nice cozy, neighborhood atmosphere with great French food and friendly staff. It’s sort of entered into my top handful of restaurants I’ll regularly return to even though I don’t live in the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fabulous. Better than any restaurant I've ever been to in France. No detail is overlooked. Every single aspect of the food I would rate excellent. This says something extraordinary about the chef/owner...to carry on -- even improve -- this quality over the years is quite an achievment. Not cheap, but worth every penny.
Everything we ordered was soooooo delicious. Also amazing customer service. I got the sweet bread entree and it was beyond delicious. The owner of the restaurant told us the story of how they make the sweet bread and it was so interesting! He also gave our table a free dessert. I would definitely come back here again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food! Some of the best French food youll find anywhere! We hadsmoked salmon, vol au vent, moules frites, ratatouille, and pain perdu (best french toast in SF), and best french fries (as good as Bon Delire & Zuni, possibly)... everything was delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is excellent, and highly recommend making a reservation in advance.
This is one of the best restaurants I have ever dined at in my life! It was such a great experience my last night in SF. Food was delicious, service was excellent. I will be sure to come again next thing I’m on the west coast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Superbe! This is how it's done. You feel far removed from the outside world: an intentionally-crafted dining environment. The cuisine is: ecstatic. You have *no* other thoughts except, “This is amazing”. These people have le savoir-faire, without a lick of pretension. And- being greeted by the chef-owner when you enter, and when you leave?? These people *want* you to: En-Joy.
Absolute class, A1. A jewel of Clement restaurant row. What’s not to love. Order whatever catches your eye. Filet is aces. Cassoulet is aces. Cheesy potatoes are aces. Smoked old fashion is aces. That’s a lot of aces.
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We're not Chapeau! virgins, but we had a truly enjoyable experience. The service was kind and excellent. The owner saw us stopping to let me off to claim our table and ran out and said "Are you dining here? Take the spot!" even though it was marked off with a cone. We were greeted warmly inside. Among the dishes we enjoyed were the kabocha soup, the mushroom and cream vol au vent, the cassoulet, the pork loin, and the filet mignon. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed. Two of us also had the wine pairing, which left me a bit soused at the end of the evening, but it's so much fun, I would probably do it again. I'm so glad this San Francisco gem has survived the pandemic and post-pandemic to continue dishing out top-quality food and hospitality to San Franciscans and those from beyond.
From the moment you walk through the front door it feels like you're coming home. The chef and everyone who works at Le Chapeau is happy to greet you! The food is prepared so expertly, and plated beautifully. Never disappoints. We love Le Chapeau!
As always, Chapeau! was delicious, festive, and filled with ambiance and good cheer. The perfect spot to ring in the new year with some very good people.
Phillipe and the team were amazing hosts and treated us very well. Great food, amazing neighborhood spot
Service: 5
Truly 5 star experience. Food was incredible, vibe was popping, and so charming that may of the wait staff are all family. We took my in laws who are huge New York foodies and they shared it was some of the best French food they’d had. Exceeded all expectations, will go again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
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