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4.8
- 4.8Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
Award-winning
Frances
4.8
3679 Reviews
$50 and over
Californian
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2 people
Mar 4, 2025
7:00 PM
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- Neighborhood gem
- Good for special occasions
- Charming
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesCalifornian, Contemporary American
- Hours of operationDinner Tue–Sat 5:15 pm–9:15 pm
- Phone number(415) 621-3870
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefMelissa Perello
- Private party facilitiesBUYOUT EVENT Capacity: 30 seated or 55 standingWe will work with you to create a personalized event including a uniquely crafted menu and a signature wine experience. PRIVATE, OUTDOOR PARKLET EVENTCapacity: 16We offer a family-style tasting menu of 8-10 dishes and supplemental wine and beverage pairings. Email info@frances-sf.com to inquire.
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN Plate 2022
- NeighborhoodThe Castro
- Cross streetbetween Noe and Sanchez
- Parking detailsStreet parking only.
- Public transit24, 33, 35, 37, F, K, M, and L
- EntertainmentInstagram: sf_frances
- AdditionalBeer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Frances is a beloved neighborhood gem in San Francisco, offering "beautifully prepared food," attentive service, and a cozy atmosphere. Diners rave about the "amazing food and fantastic service," with highlights like the chef's tasting menu and thoughtful wine pairings. Perfect for special occasions, Frances delivers a consistently "delightful experience."
3,679 Reviews
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- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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5.035 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Tim
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5.023 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Peggy
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.06 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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John
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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AndrewT
VIPSan Francisco
8 reviews
5.08 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Ray
VIPSan Francisco
20 reviews
5.020 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Jill
London
4 reviews
5.04 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Frances is rated 4.8 stars by 3679 OpenTable diners.
Frances does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
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
Find next available
At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?
3870 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Additional information
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN Plate 2022
- Cross streetbetween Noe and Sanchez
- NeighborhoodThe Castro
- Hours of operationDinner Tue–Sat 5:15 pm–9:15 pm
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesCalifornian, Contemporary American
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsStreet parking only.
- Public transit24, 33, 35, 37, F, K, M, and L
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefMelissa Perello
- EntertainmentInstagram: sf_frances
- AdditionalBeer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number(415) 621-3870
- Private party facilitiesBUYOUT EVENT Capacity: 30 seated or 55 standingWe will work with you to create a personalized event including a uniquely crafted menu and a signature wine experience. PRIVATE, OUTDOOR PARKLET EVENTCapacity: 16We offer a family-style tasting menu of 8-10 dishes and supplemental wine and beverage pairings. Email info@frances-sf.com to inquire.
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