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John's Grill

John's Grill

Steakhouse$$$$
Downtown San Francisco-Union Square, San Francisco
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7.6/10
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    Megan I.
    "Excellent service, and The Maltese Falcon lives upstairs."(5 Tips)
    Daniela G.
    "Excellent steaks and seafood!"(5 Tips)
    PuffyChica
    "Lobster Ravioli was awesome!!"(4 Tips)
    Scott S.
    "Shrimp cocktail, clam chowder and the Filet Mignon were delicious!!"(6 Tips)
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  • Muratheart icon on user image
    MuratMay 21, 2019
    Located in downtown, close to UnionSq. Very big, 3 floors, spacious; great for events/groups. Staff/service is very nice. Food is great, steaks rock! Filet mignon is exceptional. Has a rich wine menu.
  • Diane M.heart icon on user image
    Diane McClureJanuary 17, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Classic steak restaurant. I loved my ribeye but I expect they will do well with other cuts as well. Lovely sourdough reminds you that you are in San Francisco. Classic cocktails.
  • Judye P.
    Judye PhebusNovember 11, 2013
    The seafood manicotti is exceptional! My friend had fried oysters- my sample was delicious. Wonderful way to finish off the National REALTORS Convention! Claire and I give it 4 stars!
    Upvoted Sep 18
  • Ayan S.
    Ayan SJuly 6, 2018
    Great thing to start with are the fried prawns, they’re not an appetizer, but if you just ask you can get as many as you want really quickly. Perfect way to satisfy your hunger :)
  • Megan Allisonheart icon on user image
    Megan AllisonApril 14, 2018
    Lower your expectations a little, and enjoy a martini and the shrimp dijonnaise with a side of 1920's charm.
  • Megan I.
    Megan IrvineApril 18, 2012
    This was very cool. In an historic building, serves classic steak and seafood. Excellent service, and The Maltese Falcon lives upstairs.
  • J J.
    J JohnDecember 25, 2022
    Good quality steaks and seafood, and excellent early 1900’s ambiance. A bit overpriced but it’s a legacy business and it’s in Union Square.
  • Daniela G.heart icon on user image
    Daniela GiacobboJuly 17, 2016
    Excellent steaks and seafood! It's very traditional in San Francisco, since 1908! Simple the best!!
  • Ricky S.heart icon on user image
    Ricky SherrillFebruary 13, 2016
    A classic restaurant the delivers every time. Good food along with a comfortable environment makes for a fun evening.
  • heathr g.heart icon on user image
    heathr goldNovember 22, 2015
    Loved the old times bone but not the food. Both lobster ravioli app and gristly prime rib weren't finish able. I'd pass for the many good places in town worth the money.
  • Ilias K.heart icon on user image
    Ilias KonstantinidisOctober 14, 2016
    Best Clam Chowder ever, excellent Crab Louie salad and amazing Lamb Chops.
  • Thomas L.heart icon on user image
    Thomas L.February 11, 2018
    Old school steaks and seafood. Don't look for molecular gastronomy here just some protein, a baked potato and seasonal vegetables.
  • M K.heart icon on user image
    M KJune 23, 2018
    Quaint and historic, maintaining ‘Maltese Falcon’ charm. Worth a beer at the bar, good draft selection
  • Lilyheart icon on user image
    LilySeptember 14, 2014
    A classic. Get the oysters and a couple of martinis. It's tight quarters in here though so make a reservation.
  • Olga💋 M.
    Olga💋 Marmun.ru💋September 24, 2012
    Everything's fine! Tasteful food, live jazz! Special thanks for seafood pasta!! :) Restoran with great history! Open since 1908.
  • Mary Ann L.
    Mary Ann L.April 15, 2013
    The Jack LaLanne salad is amazing!! And so was the seafood cannelloni. Randomly found this restaurant and it was well worth the price.
  • Megan I.
    Megan IrvineApril 18, 2012
    This was very cool. In an historic building, serves classic steak and seafood. Excellent service, and The Maltese Falcon.
  • Konstantin Z.
    Konstantin ZobovJanuary 11, 2020
    Grilled salmon was ok except the mashed potatoes on the side. Fisherman’s pasta - the case where pasta and source are much better than the added seafood. Cannelloni - not good. Shrimp Loue - just ok.
  • Glen G.
    Glen GilmoreJanuary 21, 2014
    The Sam Spade chops are not just a tourist trick. Tender and tasty!
  • Scott S.
    Scott ShumanMay 26, 2016
    Shrimp cocktail, clam chowder and the Filet Mignon were delicious!!
  • Andrew G.
    Andrew GumSeptember 17, 2012
    The reviews for the food were awful and scared us off. We had an excellent experience at the bar. The classic atmosphere was really nice.
  • Kevin C.
    Kevin CourtneyOctober 3, 2012
    Ribeye cut a little thin and not on the bone. Try the porterhouse. Nice Cesar salad. Matt was very accommodating
  • Анастасия Ч.
    The best steak in my life. Definitely a must. Just try it.
  • Alex D.heart icon on user image
    Alex DrMay 6, 2018
    Fabulous filet mignon. Our kids are still talking about ‘the best steak ever’.
  • Nihat U.
    Nihat UnalacakOctober 1, 2014
    Best steak I ever ate! Go for The stake. No mussels though. Excellent.
  • Noah D.heart icon on user image
    Noah DellaPietroJanuary 19, 2022
    absolutely fire filet mignon and mac n cheese
  • Deborah M.heart icon on user image
    Deborah McMullenNovember 11, 2016
    Always on the top of our list when we visit the city.
  • Giannis P.heart icon on user image
    Giannis PrapasJuly 28, 2019
    Excellent atmosphere and great steak!!
  • Matt F.heart icon on user image
    Matt FMarch 22, 2019
    Just get a steak. It's what you want. The filet was legitimately medium rare, as ordered.
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HNovember 10, 2017
    The clam chowder here is fantastic. Nearly as good as at Spud Point.
  • Manuel V.heart icon on user image
    Manuel VAugust 5, 2021
    Good burger, friendly service, decent prices and cool backstory !
  • James P.
    James PartonSeptember 19, 2010
    Great T-Bone, the peppercorn sauce is good as well. Don't bother with coffee, only fliter on offer. Very popular. We had a 30 min wait to get a table.
  • Edward M.heart icon on user image
    Edward MooreNovember 7, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Best lamb chops in the city. Full of history.
  • Mike D.heart icon on user image
    Mike DiebelSeptember 3, 2013
    Great food and service. Bartender was very friendly.
  • Diane P.heart icon on user image
    Diane PondDecember 14, 2018
    Halibut and clam chowder, John and mom recommend rib eye and New York strop
  • Charles C.
    Charles ContessaSeptember 27, 2015
    For a great steak and a good dining experience try Morton's
  • Mignon S.
    Mignon SpearmanSeptember 1, 2011
    Our server Mark (from New Iberia) was fantastic. Food was delicious, service great, wonderful atmosphere.
  • Antonello L.
    Antonello LoddoApril 17, 2018
    If your group is large, get a reservation upstairs
  • Henrik R.
    Henrik RasmussenSeptember 21, 2022
    Tried to trick us on wine, served requested Med Rare beef as Well done. Incompetent staff
  • Bruce J.heart icon on user image
    Bruce JacobSeptember 13, 2016
    Chef's special Red Snapper, Escargot
  • Tina G.
    Tina GillmorJanuary 14, 2014
    The filet mignon was like bitter! This place has old school charm.
  • Frank C.
    Frank CApril 5, 2013
    The calve's liver was excellent. Old school preparation.
  • Sam B.
    Sam BowleyApril 12, 2013
    The Cioppino was amazing. Highly recommended.
  • Barbara L.heart icon on user image
    Barbara LoJanuary 22, 2014
    Sea bass was really good n the service too 👍
  • Erwin M.heart icon on user image
    Erwin MartinezOctober 29, 2013
    Lobster ravioli & jerusalem chicken. I love it!!!
  • John C.
    John CoyneMay 26, 2014
    One would think seafood crepes that cost $27 would have chunks of fresh seafood, not a microwaved paste. Tastey, but not on par with the price for a coastal city.
  • Gilbert R.
    Hands down the best clam chowder in the city!
  • Keith B.
    Keith ButlerJanuary 9, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Be sure to try the Jack Lalane Salad; fantastic, with dungeness crab, shrimp, avocado and more. And the chocolate mousse is terrific.
  • Diane P.heart icon on user image
    Diane PondDecember 14, 2018
    Waiter recommended Stewart Chardonnay, said it was Oaked but it tasted too sweet and similar to a cheaper Chardonnay like sutter home not a fan
  • Alessandro N.
    Alessandro NadalinSeptember 6, 2013
    Great ribeye, great artists
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