Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in Mission District

Simply lovely venue (and comfy), wonderful service, delicious food and drink and happy hour all day long on New Year's Day... it's STK - what's not to love? ;D Still the blue cheese butter could be more cheesy, and the Blue Iceberg could take a page from Las Vegas' playbook. The peeled pickled tomatoes are everything!!! I've been to the SF location probably a half a dozen times since it opened. I've been to the Vegas location at least that many times. I've also been to NYC and Orlando each only once. Las Vegas wins by a landslide really. SF is the closest 2nd. But overall STK is a good place for an upscale meal.

The people who run this restaurant are so accommodating and eager to please. Food is very good with lots of options from which to choose. I love their pita bread and the house-made condiment that comes with it. The dolmas are excellent. The location is really convenient to Union Square and to the SF Playhouse. Be sure to try one of the desserts.

Incredible! Uncle Ben is the best host ever! He treated us like family! Gave us a surprise gift at the end too!

The food and service were both outstanding. Will definitely be back!

The star of the evening was undoubtedly the grilled octopus, prepared with a masterful touch that spoke to the chef's expertise with seafood. The tender tentacles, charred to perfection, carried subtle notes of harissa and lemon, while maintaining the natural sweetness of the meat. Each bite offered that ideal combination of crispy exterior and buttery-soft interior that octopus aficionados dream about. The lamb dish proved equally impressive. Slow-cooked until falling off the bone, the meat was perfumed with an aromatic blend of traditional Tunisian spices. The accompanying bread, light and fluffy, served as the perfect vehicle for soaking up the rich, complex sauce. What sets this establishment apart is their commitment to authentic Tunisian coastal cuisine while maintaining exceptional quality across their menu. The kitchen demonstrates a deep understanding of traditional cooking techniques while adding subtle contemporary touches that enhance rather than overshadow the classic flavors.