The Rotunda

Having lunch in this incredibly beautiful space was a true treat. Everything was just perfect from the service, attention to detail , the food and the ambiance. It is now going to be my favorite lunch spot when I am in San Francisco.

Great restaurant with a fabulous view of union square! This restaurant and department store are one of the few places left in what used to be the premier shopping and downtown of San Francisco. Sitting in this restaurant gives you a sense of what it once was. That said, the food and service are fantastic. Our family loves the daily soups. This time we also got the lobster club and butternut squash pasta—all fantastic! We came here for lunch be fore heading to a play. Thank you for a great visit!

Our dining was exquisite. We had a phenomenal time starting off with the chicken broth, the incredible popovers that are famous worldwide, power in home, credible crab salad, lobster club and the service was spectacular! You haven't lost your touch! We are making this a monthly ritual!!!!

Charlie is such marvelous, caring server. Very polite and attentive. When he took a break, I believe Pam took over. She was friendly as well. The Rotunda is my favorite lunch spot.

Servers were great and attentive to our needs. Always looking forward to delicious memorable meals here. Happy that The Rotunda with all its splendor , history , class and charm is still a gem in a struggling city such as SF ! It's a place we come over to, and enjoy meals with family and friends.

We went to celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary. They seated us in the best seat in the house for a view. They also had a beautiful card at the table congratulating us on our wedding anniversary. Afternoon tea service was delicious, my husband decided to have the Neiman burger and enjoyed it very much. The view of Union Square was great as we watched the Christmas Tree being set up. Oh the popovers! Amazing. A really great afternoon. Thank you!

Great!!!! So happy to have had lunch at The Rotunda - everyone & everything a delight, it to mention the beautiful & stunning view!

The room is still beautifully appointed, and the food was delicious. The consommé was lovely (they now have a vegetarian version), and though the popovers were light and yeasty, they were not piping hot (despite us being there at 11 a.m., when the restaurant opens). So the strawberry butter wouldn't melt, and we had to sort of squash it to spread it. My lobster roll sandwich was huge and delicious (lobster was tender, there was a lot of avocado and other things), and their hand cut chips were excellent. My friends enjoyed their mains (the butternut squash cavatelli and the shrimp Caesar), as well as the baked Brie in phyllo, with roasted garlic. They also loved their complimentary birthday ice creams with a cookie, and their "birthday greetings", and my vanilla ice cream was OK. Service was friendly. I did NOT LIKE the fact that the group at the next table had a French bulldog, right on their bench seating. While I understand that NM has limited ability to refuse entry, once the patron "claims" it is a service animal. But at that price point, I do not want a dog at the next table.

We visited the rotunda for tea so the menu was already set. The service was amazing and the food was delicious. The restaurant can be a little loud if you are next to a large group and we had a hard time hearing each other across our small table.  With few options for afternoon tea to be found these days, I would highly recommend the experience at the Rotunda. 

I loved the food and ambiance it's super cute for a date night spot during the day, but I didn't feel like the service was exceptional. I almost felt like the server did not want to be there. We were celebrating our anniversary weekend it would have been nice to have a more happy server :)

Incredible spot for lunch, beautiful setting by union Square; food Is consistently excellent; many business meetings here. Just wish they could do dinner as well

We thoroughly enjoy our experience at the rotunda. The service is excellent. The food is amazing. It's a good value with a beautiful view of union Square.

Excellent experience! The food was amazing and flavorful (top 3 high teas I've tasted), ambiance was great and the service was kind and gracious. Surpassed my expectations!

This is the second time I have had high tea at the Rotunda, and it was equally wonderful. I am vegetarian and my friends are not, but the vegetarian version was delicious (I just don't see why I couldn't have had one of the little sandwiches on a mini croissant, as the Omnis did). The venue is so beautiful (especially if you request a window seat). We will definitely go back - my hubby was very skeptical about going, but he can't stop raving about it!!

Best birthday Tea, always loved this place, however, it was my first time for afternoon tea. Will do it again.