Wayfare Tavern

4.6

7804 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 61 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Lively

Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.

All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 772-9060
Website
http://www.wayfaretavern.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Tyler Florence
Catering
Private party facilities
Wayfare Tavern is a true gathering place for private events of all types. We offer several options to accommodate intimate family dinners, weddings and receptions, corporate events, social gatherings, and full restaurant buy outs.
Private party contact
our Event Team: (415) 772-9060

Location
558 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
Neighborhood
Financial District / Embarcadero
Cross street
Montgomery & Sansome
Parking details
**PARKING GARAGES NEAR US 1 Embarcadero Center; Portsmouth Square Garage, 733 Kearny St
Public transit
Muni: Clay & Montgomery stops; Sansome & Sacramento stops. Cable car stops one block away on California Street.
Entertainment
Within our second floor dining room, we have a Billiard Room available for parties up to 16. The room has double pained glass doors and features an antique tin ceiling, vintage red felt pool table. To make ordering easy, the room has a red "hot" phone which direct dials to ordering food and cocktails. Reservations are suggested and the room is available upon availability.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Sequoia Holiday Speakeasy
Dec 22, 2024 - Dec 30, 2024
From December 22nd to December 30th, Wayfare Tavern's Sequoia Room, located on the 4th floor, will transform into a glamorous, cozy escape, and you’re invited to join the party! Enter through the 558 1/2 Sequoia Entrance and step into a festive affair as our pop-up serves up holiday magic with a dash of speakeasy allure. Dress to impress and bring your festive spirit! This Cocktail Bar Experience offers holiday-inspired cocktails, small bites, and a few indulgent desserts. While these options provide light nibbles, they are not intended to replace a full meal. For a more robust dining experience, we suggest making a reservation in Wayfare Tavern's Dining Room. Celebrate the season with us in style!
Wayfare Tavern's NYE 4 Floor Party
$300.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
7:30 PM
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Wayfare Tavern’s multi-level bash! We are opening the entire Restaurant including the private rooms for you to celebrate the New Year - and we are pulling out all the stops. Start on the main floor with a welcome drink, live jazz, passed appetizers, and dancing by the fireplace. Visit the second floor’s Buck Bar for cocktails, seafood towers, carving stations, and pool. On the third floor, enjoy martinis, live music and charcuterie in the Bartlett Room. The Sequoia Room in the Penthouse transforms into a disco with DJs and a full bar to dance in the New Year. Dress to impress—grab your ticket now! More info available events@wayfaretavern.com

Popular dishes

Prime Beef Tartare$23.00
potato chips, petite herbs, dijon dressing, egg yolk
Corn Tortilla Soup $15.00
lime creme fraiche, tortilla strips, micro cilantro
Wayfare Caesar Salad $17.00
romaine, little gems, shaved parmesan, crostini, anchovy, creamy caesar dressing
Butter Lettuce Salad $17.00
avocado, pickled shallots, radish, dill & herb buttermilk vinaigrette
Petaluma Farms Deviled Eggs $16.00
BBQ chicharron, ancho chili oil, chives, micro cilantro

Salad Additions

Grilled Chicken$14.00
Fried Chicken$15.00
Skuna Bay Salmon$18.00

Entrées

Mary's Organic Fried Chicken$25.00
buttermilk brine, roasted garlic, crisp herbs, lemon
City Salad$22.00
granny smith apple, wheat berry, red quinoa, blueberry, pickled red onion, mustard vinaigrette
Fried Chicken Sandwhich$15.00
buttermilk brined chicken, house-made pickles, green apple & fennel slaw, harissa aioli
Tavern Burger$25.00
proprietary grind, Marin brie, red onion marmalade, smoked bacon, brioche bun
Rigatoni $28.00
corn, andouille, green onion, arugula, roasted red pepper, parmesan
Skuna Bay Salmon $33.00
red & gold beets, baby kale, red quinoa, granny smith apple, lemon ginger dressing
Turkey Club Sandwich $24.00
bacon, roma tomatoes, avocado, butter lettuce, melted jack cheese, honey dijonaise
Tzatziki Chicken Salad$21.00
tapenade, arugula, crispy garbanzo, toma to, cucumber, pickled onion

Sides

Baked Macaroni & Cheese$12.00
smoked olive oil, chives
Burrata Whipped Potatoes$12.00
olive oil, chives
Broccolini $13.00
lemon, parsley, panko
Cauliflower$13.00
calabrian chili buffalo sauce, smoked bleu cheese, green onion

What 7,804 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

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Francisco Bay Area
Most Booked
San Francisco
American
San Francisco
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wayfare Tavern in San Francisco is a delightful dining destination known for its "awesome burger" and irresistible fried chicken. Guests love the "superb service" and cozy, rich decor, making it ideal for special occasions or a casual night out. Despite occasional service hiccups, the culinary experience consistently impresses, with standout dishes like beef tartare and popovers. A vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff contribute to memorable visits, solidifying its status as a "go-to" eatery.

7,804 Reviews

M
Mimi
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always the best service. Staff are so polite and attentive. We were celebrating our anniversary and they kindly provided a little dessert with a nice message.
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Jenna
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love a restaurant that has front of house service with such aggressive attention to detail. My napkin dropped on the floor it was immediately picked up and changed out. Cutlery is brought to your table warm. My water glass never was more than half way empty before it was filled. Exceptional service. Also the food was phenomenal.
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Erin
VIP
San Francisco
70 reviews
4.0
70 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful food, and the service was up and down. At times, we had more then enough coverage, and others, we spent waiting for someone to catch the eye of to get a spoon or mop up a mess that the table next to us left it get a spoon, which never actually happened.
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Nicholas
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and amazing people, everyone is always so nice.
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Jena
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a great waiter and our food was delicious!
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ILYA
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Learned about the place when my colleagues took me for lunch here, on a few occasions. Today I came back with my family members to have a small celebration. The food was and the ambience were as expected.
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Jim
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went there for Holiday dinner with my team. The staff were great
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Jessica
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Sadly the food experience has declined. Not many were impressed with their food. The steak was chewy, the salmon didn't have much flavor and even the salads were dry.
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Christopher
VIP
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our annual holiday lunch at Wayfare. Food was amazing, staff was very generous and kind, and the decor was incredibly cozy and festive. Hoping to be able to get into the pop-up holiday bar next week.
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Carolee
VIP
Tahoe
25 reviews
3.0
25 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was looking forward to their fried chicken but it was disappointing. I would have preferred at least part of a breast and the pieces were not particularly meaty. Salmon was very good. Mashed potatoes and Mac and Cheese were tasty.
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FAQs

Wayfare Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 772-9060.

Wayfare Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 7804 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 61 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

558 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Montgomery & Sansome
Neighborhood
Financial District / Embarcadero
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
**PARKING GARAGES NEAR US 1 Embarcadero Center; Portsmouth Square Garage, 733 Kearny St
Public transit
Muni: Clay & Montgomery stops; Sansome & Sacramento stops. Cable car stops one block away on California Street.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tyler Florence
Entertainment
Within our second floor dining room, we have a Billiard Room available for parties up to 16. The room has double pained glass doors and features an antique tin ceiling, vintage red felt pool table. To make ordering easy, the room has a red "hot" phone which direct dials to ordering food and cocktails. Reservations are suggested and the room is available upon availability.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.wayfaretavern.com/
Phone number
(415) 772-9060
Catering
Private party facilities
Wayfare Tavern is a true gathering place for private events of all types. We offer several options to accommodate intimate family dinners, weddings and receptions, corporate events, social gatherings, and full restaurant buy outs.
Private party contact
our Event Team: (415) 772-9060

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Wayfare Tavern

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Sequoia Holiday Speakeasy

Wayfare Tavern's NYE 4 Floor Party

Tavern Burger

Skuna Bay Salmon

Fried Chicken Sandwhich

Starters

Prime Beef Tartare$23.00

Corn Tortilla Soup $15.00

Wayfare Caesar Salad $17.00

Butter Lettuce Salad $17.00

Petaluma Farms Deviled Eggs $16.00

Salad Additions

Grilled Chicken$14.00

Fried Chicken$15.00

Skuna Bay Salmon$18.00

Entrées

Mary's Organic Fried Chicken$25.00

City Salad$22.00

Fried Chicken Sandwhich$15.00

Tavern Burger$25.00

Rigatoni $28.00

Skuna Bay Salmon $33.00

Turkey Club Sandwich $24.00

Tzatziki Chicken Salad$21.00

Sides

Baked Macaroni & Cheese$12.00

Burrata Whipped Potatoes$12.00

Broccolini $13.00

Cauliflower$13.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Wayfare Tavern offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Wayfare Tavern restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

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