Prelude

4.6

49 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Fancy

Prelude is a restaurant that is reimagining Southern cuisine. As a team, we will produce and serve nostalgic Americana food and drink, inspired by the Bay Area. We will be using some of the best produce in the world, combining modern high-level cooking techniques and recipes passed down through the generations of our Chef Celtin Hendrickson-Jones maternal family. Our offerings will be available in two menu formats: a multi course pre-fixe menu with options for guests to handpick their dining experience, and “salon menu” featuring quick bites to larger plates, all ordered at the guest's discretion.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Southern
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Phone number
(415) 375-8041
Website
http://www.preludesf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Celtin Hendrickson-Jones

Location
333 Battery St, San Francisco, CA 94111-3234
Neighborhood
Financial District / Embarcadero
Cross street
The conner of Clay and Battery on the ground floor of The Jay Hotel
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

Tasting Menu
$140.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join Chef Celtin for an unforgettable experience that evokes the warmth of Sunday suppers through an ever-evolving menu, celebrating seasonal produce and nostalgic dishes. Please note that due to our culinary process, we are unable to accommodate vegan or vegetarian options.
Valentine's Day Tasting Menu + Wine Pairing
$300.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
Celebrate love with an unforgettable dining experience this Valentine's Day. Indulge in our exclusive 5-course tasting menu, crafted to ignite your senses with exquisite flavors and seasonal ingredients. Each dish is perfectly paired with a selection of fine wines, elevating your meal and enhancing the romantic ambiance. Reserve your table now and let us make your Valentine's celebration truly exceptional.
Valentines Day Tasting Menu
$185.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
Celebrate love with an unforgettable dining experience this Valentine's Day. Indulge in our exclusive 5-course tasting menu, crafted to ignite your senses with exquisite flavors and seasonal ingredients. Each dish is designed to complement the romantic ambiance, ensuring a memorable evening for you and your special someone. Reserve your table now and let us make your Valentine's celebration truly exceptional.

What 49 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Prelude offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "exceptional food, service, and ambiance." Guests rave about the creative, flavorful tasting menu and "superb service." Highlights include the pork chop, "stuffed chicken wing," and delightful desserts. The atmosphere is "warm and inviting," making it a "must-visit" spot in the Bay Area.

49 Reviews

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Michael
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Next level food with incredible flavor, every dish of the tasting menu was superb. Highly recommend the wine pairing as well, not only is it a great value but the wines were delicious.
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Meagan
VIP
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My experience at Prelude was amazing! The staff was so lovely and helpful guiding us on exactly what to order to not miss out. And the food and drinks were absolutely incredible! I can’t wait to go back!
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Daniel
VIP
Las Vegas
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a beautiful time at Prelude! Service was outstanding and the food was amazing. Cannot wait to go back.
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Patrick
VIP
Houston
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional execution on all fronts: a delicious meal, outstanding service, beautiful restaurant. The bartenders will make you excellent and unique cocktails, the som is extremely knowledgeable and will provide a range of options to pair with your meal.
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Orlena
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a very nice time at Prelude. The food was delicious and the staff was very much in top of everything. We’re looking forward to returning
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Danny
VIP
San Francisco
45 reviews
4.0
45 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice experience for New Years eve, but I won't return. The southern food theme is a good idea but I think it's lost in haute cuisine. Nice place to try, but not a standard rotation restaurant
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David
VIP
San Francisco
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service, both excellent every time. Michelin Star worthy.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a fantastic experience. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable . The tasting menu was not only delicious, but was plentiful. I left stuffed!!! Home made "Nutter Butter" at the end was an amazing touch.
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Welton
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Prelude was excellent. Staff was great. We did the tasting menu and there were some very flavorful bites. Head Chef even came to the table a couple of times, which was a nice touch.
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Bennie
San Francisco
118 reviews
4.0
118 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First, the space itself is very nice. The staff are all friendly and professional. It was a treat to meet the executive chef and he was very nice to take time to talk to us. As for the food, the timing was a bit off. Too much time to bring the cocktails as well as the appetizers. The sides were really very tasty but sadly the snapper was not as good. I think, being a new restaurant, it still has to find its legs but a good beginning.
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FAQs

Prelude is rated 4.6 stars by 49 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

333 Battery St, San Francisco, CA 94111-3234

Additional information

Cross street
The conner of Clay and Battery on the ground floor of The Jay Hotel
Neighborhood
Financial District / Embarcadero
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Southern
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Celtin Hendrickson-Jones
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.preludesf.com/
Phone number
(415) 375-8041

Prelude

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Tasting Menu

Valentine's Day Tasting Menu + Wine Pairing

Valentines Day Tasting Menu

Menu

What 49 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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