I recently had dinner at Fish & Farm in San Francisco and overall it was a very enjoyable experience that deserves a solid 4 stars. To start, I ordered the crab cakes, and I was pleasantly surprised by the presentation. Instead of being served alone, the crab cakes came on top of a fresh salad, which made the appetizer feel more complete and satisfying. The crab cakes themselves were flavorful and well-prepared, definitely a highlight of the meal.
For my main course, I went with the classic fish and chips. The dish was exactly what you would expect—crispy, golden batter with tender fish inside. While not the best I’ve ever had, it was certainly good and hit the spot. What stood out was the attention to detail: the server brought out malt vinegar without me having to ask, and there was plenty of tartar sauce provided, which is something many restaurants often skimp on. That small touch really elevated the experience.
To finish off the meal, I tried the blueberry cheesecake, which was excellent. Rich, creamy, and bursting with blueberry flavor, it was one of the best desserts I’ve had in a while.
Service was good overall, though a little on the slow side since there was only one staff member handling the host stand, bar, and tables. Considering that, he did an impressive job keeping everything running smoothly.
If you’re looking for a spot in San Francisco with tasty seafood, solid desserts, and a cozy atmosphere, Fish & Farm is definitely worth a visit.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Mikki
Unfortunately, its not worth the visit. Save your money and go somewhere else... I regret coming tonight because Adam dropped the ball 1 too many times for me to recommend this establishment to anyone.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Douglas Judson
Its an ok place. Breakfast was decent. Service was a bit surly and understaffed. They tried to charge us both $1.50 egg surcharge which was not posted anywhere, or on the menu so I politely declined. Raise prices, post it, but not surprise us by adding it to the bill after the fact. They need additional help as it was a bit slow.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Jamie Won
Fish and chips - got salad instead! Fish is light and crispy. Salad is dressed perfectly.
Interior makes me think of an European pub but classier. I love it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Iain Willsher
Nice bar to stop for a drink, fantastic Bloody Mary and the lady let me trysoke of the local beers before choosing. Will stop by again!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Michael Sunday
Good food adjacent to Club Quarters Hotel (where my wife and I stayed). Nice option for late-night takeout (fish & chips are great) but the real moment was walking in late morning asking to pay to fill our go cups and the gentleman filled us both gratis. Very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patricia
Ya know? It's not the best restaurant in San Francisco--and probably isn't trying to come close to it--but it's an honest, clean, and friendly place with some delicious moments ...and others not so great. The chef creates a soup that's second to none--thick, rich, pureed --without cream but tastes like it--vegetable of the day (mine was broccoli--absolutely delicious) and the bartender shakes a nice martini (he prefers to stir, but happily followed our preference) and Alberto our waiter has to be one of the nicest and caring waiters in the City. The NY Steak (at $39) was okay but the fried chicken ($29 I think) disappointing--must have beenfrom a dinky and skinny chicken. This is an all-day hotel restaurant--and for that, it's perfect. Nice location. Breakfast, lunch and dinner--they're here for you.
Ivan Varko
Salmon no good - fat, didn't get cooked inside That 20 tip they press for you is no good
You don't want to be there
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Dave Hamlin
Quiet place, food and service was very good. Building was older with a unique character. Recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Judge Benjamin
I was pleased with the level of service and the food quality. We ate around 1:30 pm so it was quiet and peaceful, and we were able to engage in a normal volume conversation. I have visited this restaurant several times and each time, I have been pleased with the food quality and service, even though the service does not come with a smile or conversation. But service is efficient.
Had a lovely quiet late lunch here on Cinco de Mayo no less. We were one of two tables in entire restaurant. Dinner ambience likely different. But undoubtedly the food quality wouldn't change. I had fish and chips and my friend had the salmon. Both were excellent. If food quality is the measure there's no question one should dine here. Friendly and attentive service. Enjoy.
Dóra Rákosfalvi
The day before yesterday we ordered a main dish with fries for takeout. During payment, the waiter automatically added a 20% tip without asking (we would have tipped anyway, but in my opinion, this is not classy). On top of that, they forgot the fries, so we had to go back to get them. Then yesterday, despite all this, we returned to get food to take back to our hotel, but ended up sitting at the bar for 10 minutes while both waiters literally looked right past us. It was so uncomfortable that we eventually stood up and left without saying a word—they were clearly pretending to clean the counter just to avoid serving us (at 7 PM). I absolutely do not recommend this place—avoid it!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
yair bar
Super rude service. The server makes you feel like they are doing you a favor for serving you. Will never come back
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Antonio Buiza
Worst service in 10 years traveling in the US. Nasty and grumpy waiters yelling at customers. Asked us to put our name in the list and come back in 10 minutes, with half of the tables empty. Then another 10 minutes just to order. Food is just ok, with little variety on breakfast, and no coffee or water refills. It's a pity the CQ hotel has them to provide breakfast, the hotel is good and well located but the restaurant is killing the experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
yuleiquis rojas
The worst service i received in my life in a restaurant! 🤯 first day i wait 10 min to be seated and only 3 tables occupied, host came and go and he even look at me and my husband, second day it was anotger host but was more rude, he came from the bar with a really bad actitude and get a piece of paper and told put your name here and come back in 10 min, only 2 tables occupied 😡.Food was good 1st day, but i dont know how could be on the second day because the host was so rude that i decided to go to anyother place even with a cold weather i decided to walk around.
I recently had dinner at Fish & Farm in San Francisco and overall it was a very enjoyable experience that deserves a solid 4 stars. To start, I ordered the crab cakes, and I was pleasantly surprised by the presentation. Instead of being served alone, the crab cakes came on top of a fresh salad, which made the appetizer feel more complete and satisfying. The crab cakes themselves were flavorful and well-prepared, definitely a highlight of the meal.
For my main course, I went with the classic fish and chips. The dish was exactly what you would expect—crispy, golden batter with tender fish inside. While not the best I’ve ever had, it was certainly good and hit the spot. What stood out was the attention to detail: the server brought out malt vinegar without me having to ask, and there was plenty of tartar sauce provided, which is something many restaurants often skimp on. That small touch really elevated the experience.
To finish off the meal, I tried the blueberry cheesecake, which was excellent. Rich, creamy, and bursting with blueberry flavor, it was one of the best desserts I’ve had in a while.
Service was good overall, though a little on the slow side since there was only one staff member handling the host stand, bar, and tables. Considering that, he did an impressive job keeping everything running smoothly.
If you’re looking for a spot in San Francisco with tasty seafood, solid desserts, and a cozy atmosphere, Fish & Farm is definitely worth a visit.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Unfortunately, its not worth the visit. Save your money and go somewhere else... I regret coming tonight because Adam dropped the ball 1 too many times for me to recommend this establishment to anyone.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Its an ok place. Breakfast was decent. Service was a bit surly and understaffed. They tried to charge us both $1.50 egg surcharge which was not posted anywhere, or on the menu so I politely declined. Raise prices, post it, but not surprise us by adding it to the bill after the fact. They need additional help as it was a bit slow.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Fish and chips - got salad instead! Fish is light and crispy. Salad is dressed perfectly.
Interior makes me think of an European pub but classier. I love it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice bar to stop for a drink, fantastic Bloody Mary and the lady let me trysoke of the local beers before choosing. Will stop by again!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Good food adjacent to Club Quarters Hotel (where my wife and I stayed). Nice option for late-night takeout (fish & chips are great) but the real moment was walking in late morning asking to pay to fill our go cups and the gentleman filled us both gratis. Very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ya know? It's not the best restaurant in San Francisco--and probably isn't trying to come close to it--but it's an honest, clean, and friendly place with some delicious moments ...and others not so great. The chef creates a soup that's second to none--thick, rich, pureed --without cream but tastes like it--vegetable of the day (mine was broccoli--absolutely delicious) and the bartender shakes a nice martini (he prefers to stir, but happily followed our preference) and Alberto our waiter has to be one of the nicest and caring waiters in the City. The NY Steak (at $39) was okay but the fried chicken ($29 I think) disappointing--must have beenfrom a dinky and skinny chicken. This is an all-day hotel restaurant--and for that, it's perfect. Nice location. Breakfast, lunch and dinner--they're here for you.
Salmon no good - fat, didn't get cooked inside
That 20 tip they press for you is no good
You don't want to be there
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Quiet place, food and service was very good. Building was older with a unique character. Recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was pleased with the level of service and the food quality. We ate around 1:30 pm so it was quiet and peaceful, and we were able to engage in a normal volume conversation. I have visited this restaurant several times and each time, I have been pleased with the food quality and service, even though the service does not come with a smile or conversation. But service is efficient.
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Had a lovely quiet late lunch here on Cinco de Mayo no less. We were one of two tables in entire restaurant. Dinner ambience likely different. But undoubtedly the food quality wouldn't change. I had fish and chips and my friend had the salmon. Both were excellent. If food quality is the measure there's no question one should dine here. Friendly and attentive service. Enjoy.
The day before yesterday we ordered a main dish with fries for takeout. During payment, the waiter automatically added a 20% tip without asking (we would have tipped anyway, but in my opinion, this is not classy). On top of that, they forgot the fries, so we had to go back to get them.
Then yesterday, despite all this, we returned to get food to take back to our hotel, but ended up sitting at the bar for 10 minutes while both waiters literally looked right past us. It was so uncomfortable that we eventually stood up and left without saying a word—they were clearly pretending to clean the counter just to avoid serving us (at 7 PM). I absolutely do not recommend this place—avoid it!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Super rude service. The server makes you feel like they are doing you a favor for serving you. Will never come back
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Worst service in 10 years traveling in the US. Nasty and grumpy waiters yelling at customers. Asked us to put our name in the list and come back in 10 minutes, with half of the tables empty. Then another 10 minutes just to order. Food is just ok, with little variety on breakfast, and no coffee or water refills. It's a pity the CQ hotel has them to provide breakfast, the hotel is good and well located but the restaurant is killing the experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
The worst service i received in my life in a restaurant! 🤯 first day i wait 10 min to be seated and only 3 tables occupied, host came and go and he even look at me and my husband, second day it was anotger host but was more rude, he came from the bar with a really bad actitude and get a piece of paper and told put your name here and come back in 10 min, only 2 tables occupied 😡.Food was good 1st day, but i dont know how could be on the second day because the host was so rude that i decided to go to anyother place even with a cold weather i decided to walk around.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
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