Esme
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Esme Reviews
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Food is fantastic, vibes are immaculate, and they’ve landed the best sommelier in SF.
The bread and ESPECIALLY the butter was to die for. I would come back just for that! The atmosphere is very intimate and beautiful, warm, joyful, and elegant without being pretentious. Really enjoyed the beer & wine selection (great cider as well). The mascarpone Strawberry bar for dessert is a must, and would really recommend the halloumi and wine pairing. Also the service was amazing, super friendly, gave great recs, and gave me live updates on my table readiness 😘 do come...read full review
11/10. Every dish was amazing! Will never forget the triple fried frites. Will absolutely be back.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
Esme offers a warm, intimate and elegant setting that feels like a new hotspot in Paris. The bread and cultured butter are a highlight, often described as to die for. The menu features a haloumi starter, a chicken au jus, fish, pastas and steak frites. Many guests praise the halloumi and the chicken as unforgettable, with the chicken tasting like thanksgiving on a plate. The fish is cooked to perfection and the pea and squash pasta is divine. The mascarpone Strawberry bar and the apricot tart are must‑try desserts. The beer & wine selection, including a great cider, is well curated, and the wine pairing is often noted as perfect.
Service is friendly and attentive, with staff giving great recs and live updates on table readiness. The décor is moody lighting and chill, and the vibe is lively, yet the space can be loud and small. Cod is sometimes too salty, and the steak frites, while good, are the least standout. Some guests note the food can be slightly lukewarm, and the menu is small, so diners may see the same dish repeatedly. Despite these minor issues, Esme is considered one of the best meals in San Francisco, and many return for the memorable bread, butter, halloumi and desserts.