Foreign Cinema
4.7
8890 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian
Make a reservation
2 people
Mar 4, 2025
7:00 PM
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Experiences are available.
- Good for special occasions
- Great for outdoor dining
- Lively
Private dining
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Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesCalifornian, Mediterranean
- Hours of operationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Phone number(415) 648-7600 ext. 0
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefGayle Pirie & John Clark
- Private party facilitiesWe provide distinctive private dining spaces for up to 350 guests, from intimately sized cocktail events, to large, formal seated events. Our chefs personalize each menu, matching, seasonal and market availability with guests’ special preferences.Inquire via email, janine@foreigncinema.com
- Private party contactJanine Jacobson: (415) 648-7600 ext. 124
- NeighborhoodMission District
- Cross streetBetween 21st and 22nd Streets
- Parking detailsWe recommend parking at the Bartlett Garage located on 21st St between Valencia and Mission.
- Public transitMUNI: 14 Mission bus; BART: 16th & 24th/Mission station; Mission-Bartlett Garage: 3255 21st Street San Francisco, CA 94110
- EntertainmentWe show a film starting at dusk only in the outdoor patio dining room. This is to provide a lovely ambiance, dialogue is not audible. While we take into consideration all requests for courtyard seating none are guaranteed.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Guest Chef Series: Hiro Sone
Mar 20, 2025 onlyOur Guest Chef Series is a collaboration with remarkable chefs who have made their mark in San Francisco Bay Area culinary history. Hiro Sone is an acclaimed, award-winning Bay Area chef. Responsible for AME and Terra, two distinguished restaurants that showcase his immutable style of fusing Japanese and Californian cuisine traditions. Join us to experience and taste the memorable flavors of these distinguished culinary leaders. These are non-ticketed events with an à la carte menu.
Guest Chef Series: Bruce Hill
May 8, 2025 onlyOur Guest Chef Series is a collaboration with remarkable chefs who have made their mark in San Francisco Bay Area culinary history. Bruce Hill is a celebrated chef and restaurateur known for his passion and innovative cuisine. His mark in San Francisco is unsurpassed with world class dining destinations such as Zero Zero, Bix, Piccino, Waterfront Restaurant, Pizzeria Picco, and Oritalia. Join us to experience and taste the memorable flavors of these distinguished culinary leaders. These are non-ticketed events with an à la carte menu.
What 8,890 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.7
- 4.6Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.8Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
San Francisco Bay Area
Most Booked
San Francisco
Californian
San Francisco
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Foreign Cinema offers a unique dining experience in San Francisco with "excellent food and service," a charming ambiance, and movie screenings in the courtyard. Guests praise the "wonderful vibe" and diverse menu, noting standout dishes like the pork chop and duck confit. Ideal for special occasions, it's a memorable destination.
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FAQs
Foreign Cinema offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 648-7600 ext. 0.
Foreign Cinema is rated 4.7 stars by 8890 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
2 people
Mar 4, 2025
7:00 PM
Select a time
Experiences are available.
Order delivery or takeout
2534 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross streetBetween 21st and 22nd Streets
- NeighborhoodMission District
- Hours of operationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesCalifornian, Mediterranean
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsWe recommend parking at the Bartlett Garage located on 21st St between Valencia and Mission.
- Public transitMUNI: 14 Mission bus; BART: 16th & 24th/Mission station; Mission-Bartlett Garage: 3255 21st Street San Francisco, CA 94110
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefGayle Pirie & John Clark
- EntertainmentWe show a film starting at dusk only in the outdoor patio dining room. This is to provide a lovely ambiance, dialogue is not audible. While we take into consideration all requests for courtyard seating none are guaranteed.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(415) 648-7600 ext. 0
- Private party facilitiesWe provide distinctive private dining spaces for up to 350 guests, from intimately sized cocktail events, to large, formal seated events. Our chefs personalize each menu, matching, seasonal and market availability with guests’ special preferences.Inquire via email, janine@foreigncinema.com
- Private party contactJanine Jacobson: (415) 648-7600 ext. 124