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BIX, San Francisco, CA
BIX, San Francisco, CA
BIX, San Francisco, CA
BIX, San Francisco, CA
BIX, San Francisco, CA

BIX

4.7
4.7
5059 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Romantic
An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware.
Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture.
The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment.
All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 433-6300
  • Website
    http://www.bixrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Tadeo
  • Catering
    Please contact any manager at (415) 433-6300
  • Private party facilities
    BIX can accommodate private parties of 75 - 100 and requires a buyout of the restaurant. Please contact the restaurant for details.
  • Private party contact
    Amy Babbits: (415) 433-6300
  • Location
    56 Gold St., San Francisco, CA 94133
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Jackson & Pacific
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Muni bus: #41 Union
  • Entertainment
    BIX features jazz nightly with no cover charge.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,059 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Best Ambiance

  • San Francisco

    Hot spot

  • San Francisco

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BIX stands out as a vibrant San Francisco gem with its "elegant atmosphere" and "exquisite service." Guests rave about the "amazing food," from deviled eggs to steak tartare. Live jazz enhances the "romantic ambiance," making it perfect for special occasions. While some note noise levels, the overall experience leaves a lasting impression.
5,059 Reviews

  1. Ashima

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Solid quality comfort food. All the dishes are good, no matter what you order. The live music is great and so is the ambience. Gives a nice old time jazz vibe and it absolutely great!

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  2. Kay VIP

    San Francisco146 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another excellent dinner at BIX. Celebrated a birthday, enjoyed the music and everything else. Great service.

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  3. Anna

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful place and festive atmosphere ! Highly recommended

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  4. Joe VIP

    San Francisco27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bix is the gold standard for quintessential SF dining, for 37 years and counting! I’m an SF-raised kid, and if someone wants to experience the San Francisco I know and love, I send them here.

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  5. Don

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Old school vibes. Real service. Great food. Honestly you really can’t go wrong here. Classy.

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  6. Nehal

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent ambiance, service, and food. We were there on a Sunday evening. The impeccable service, wonderfully prepared food, and unhurried atmosphere made for a relaxing and enjoyable evening out. Music was just loud enough that we had to lean in slightly to hear each other (not a complaint!)

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  7. Travis VIP

    Cleveland3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful spot, great service. The food was fine, but nothing exciting or exceptional.

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  8. Tania

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved it. Food was great. Definitely a place for date night.

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  9. Thang VIP

    Caribbean17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The ambiance was nice yet the food was not to par with the ambiance . The food was blend and under flavored . We would return if the food was improved . The ambiance and live piano was very pleasing .

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice seating area, piano a little loud! Food quite good but would like more choice.

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FAQs

BIX is rated 4.7 stars by 5059 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for BIX

56 Gold St., San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jackson & Pacific
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Muni bus: #41 Union
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Tadeo
  • Entertainment
    BIX features jazz nightly with no cover charge.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.bixrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 433-6300
  • Catering
    Please contact any manager at (415) 433-6300
  • Private party facilities
    BIX can accommodate private parties of 75 - 100 and requires a buyout of the restaurant. Please contact the restaurant for details.
  • Private party contact
    Amy Babbits: (415) 433-6300

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