Abacá

4.7

88 Reviews

$31 to $50

Filipino

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Abacá is an airy, atelier-style restaurant with a cool outdoor terrace, whipping up Filipino-Californian cuisine with flair in Fisherman's Wharf. It's the bricks-and-mortar spin off of chef Francis Ang's pop-up Pinoy Heritage. The lively menu is split up into barbecue sticks, noodles and rice, and small to big plates, but its far more nuanced than just that. Flavourful dishes pull from family recipes and are glazed with modern and heritage technique to result in a vibrancy that's hard to come by. It's grounded by local produce. Smoked Bay scallops lead in the seafood pancit, heirloom tomatoes top homemade tinapay bread, chicken skin is glazed in an adobe before hitting the grill and guinea fowl comes slathered with peanut sauce. A truncated list of creative Southeast Asian libations bring it full circle – if you're on the terrace, cool off with the Baguio breeze slushy – a dreamy mix of pandan-infused vodka, coconut and strawberry.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Filipino, Californian, Asian
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 486-0788
Website
https://www.restaurantabaca.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
2700 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94133-1308
Neighborhood
North Beach
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Celebrate New Year's Eve Dinner $125++
$167.58 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Come and celebrate 2025 with us for a 4 course dinner: Menu Course 1 Hamachi Kinilaw Cauliflower Okoy Matsutake and Truffle Broth Course 2 Smoked Oysters | Salsify, Coconut Milk Dungeness Crab Salad | Pomelo, Walnuts Course 3 American Wagyu Beef Pares | Coffee Roasted Parsnips Roasted Lobster | "Palabok Sauce", Salmon Roe Arroz Valenciano | Sticky Rice, Chinese Sausage Spaghetti Squash | Uni Foam, Garlic Chives Course 4 Dandelion Chocolate Layered Cake | Ganache, Citrus Sesame Buchi | Salted Egg Lava Substitution cannot be accommodated at this time.
Kamayan - $ 95 per person
$129.26 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Kamayan – sharing a meal at a communal table and eating with your hands. It is a great way to immerse yourself into the Filipino culture or get reacquainted with our traditional communal feasts or family meals. Set on a table with banana leaves, your Kamayan meal will feature locally sourced inihaw (grilled meats) and seasonal fruits and vegetables from various farmers markets. Roll up your sleeves, dig in and indulge yourself in this feast fit for a “fiesta”. Of course, a meal is not complete without dessert which is served once your table is reset. Gather your friends and family and book your experience now! Minimum of 4 guests. Reservations require at least 48 hours of notice.
Premium Kamayan - $125 per person
$170.08 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Premium Kamayan – Upgrade your Kamayan experience with the addition of Caviar, Truffle, and an additional dessert. Sharing a meal at a communal table and eating with your hands. It is a great way to immerse yourself into the Filipino culture or get reacquainted with our traditional communal feasts or family meals. Set on a table with banana leaves, your Kamayan meal will feature locally sourced inihaw (grilled meats) and seasonal fruits and vegetables from various farmers markets. Roll up your sleeves, dig in and indulge yourself in this feast fit for a “fiesta”. And no meal is complete without dessert. Gather your friends and family and book your experience now! Minimum of 4 guests. Reservations require at least 48 hours of notice.

What 88 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Francisco
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Abacá offers an exquisite culinary journey with its modern twist on traditional Filipino flavors, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts. Guests rave about the "amazing" chef's tasting menu and creative cocktails. While service can sometimes be slow, the warm hospitality and "impeccable" service from standout staff members elevate the dining experience.

88 Reviews

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James
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Unfortunately I was looking for more traditional Filipino foods.
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Max
New York City
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Their team always provide wonderful hospitality and the menu constantly has new delicious options.
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Ann
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place top my list. We had the chef’s special and it was absolutely amazing!
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Rainie
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was phenomenal & the staff were welcoming, attentive & kind. We will definitely be back.
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EvaM
San Francisco
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely unique and wonderful as always!
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Francis
Richmond
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food took a while to get out but was pretty good. I wish some of the food was hotter when it arrived at the table but had no problem with the taste.
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Maribel
VIP
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our 2nd visit and this time we brought our college aged niece to experience Abaca for her first time. The Chef was in so the server recommended the Paubaya Chef Tasting Menu with Kalderata Add On. We each ordered a cocktail from the menu to celebrate the holiday season. My husband who is very picky about restaurant service said, "the service was on point"; attentive without being obtrusive. Staff was meticulous about cleaning the table after each course. We greatly enjoyed our 4 course meal; the dishes were so delicious and well prepared! Portions were sized appropriately and we were all full after the meal. Pricing is in line with other S.F. restaurants. Ambiance was fun and energetic. The Chef came out when the dessert course was brought out and he explained the dishes and signed our menu (at my request) for a souvenir. We love the restaurant and highly recommend it regardless of whether you are of Filipino descent or not!
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Alex
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
tasting menu absolutely worth it. everything was delicious and service was great.
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Daphne
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our wedding anniversary dinner at Abaca was a delightful culinary journey with a few minor hiccups. Upon arrival at 8:39 PM, we experienced a brief wait at the podium before being seated at 8:55 PM. The staff was attentive, particularly our server who warmly greeted us with a special anniversary card – a thoughtful touch that I appreciated. The real star of the evening was the food, especially the standout pork isaw. These grilled pig intestines were a revelation – perfectly crispy on the outside, incredibly tender on the inside, and impeccably cleaned without any unpleasant aftertaste. We loved them so much we ordered two portions, with one to-go. The only minor disappointment was the serving size – we wished for just a bit more of this delicious treat. Our main course was an exciting mix of flavors. The wagyu bistek, sisig fried rice, and pork longganisa offered a unique culinary experience. The longganisa had an interesting Guinobatan-style twist that might not appeal to everyone, especially those who prefer more traditional garlic-heavy versions. Desserts were a fun adventure. The halu-halo skrambol was so good that my husband braved brain freeze to finish it entirely. The donuts were decent but showed promise – I'm already planning to pair them with a dark roast coffee for a future breakfast. The restaurant's atmosphere is lively – perhaps too lively for those seeking a quiet dining experience. The bar and hotel area had some boisterous guests, creating a vibrant but potentially noisy environment. It's perfect for those who enjoy a more energetic dining setting. Pro tip: Look out for the secret menu with its QR code – it offers unique delicacies like balut prepared multiple ways and delicious grilled treats that you won't want to miss. While there were a few minor service delays, the exceptional food and warm hospitality made our anniversary dinner memorable. Abaca is definitely worth a visit for adventurous food lovers who don't mind a bit of BG noise.
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Richmond
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience overall. Food was great! Staff was super friendly and accomodating.
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Abacá is rated 4.7 stars by 88 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

2700 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94133-1308

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Additional information

Neighborhood
North Beach
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Filipino, Californian, Asian
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.restaurantabaca.com/
Phone number
(415) 486-0788

Abacá

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Celebrate New Year's Eve Dinner $125++

Kamayan - $ 95 per person

Premium Kamayan - $125 per person

Menu

What 88 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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