Firefly Restaurant

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4288 24th St (at Douglass Street)
San Francisco, CA 94114

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(415) 821-7652
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Firefly Restaurant - San Francisco, CA
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Best

I tried Firefly for the first time this weekend and was thoroughly impressed with the meal from beginning to end. The latkes were crisp...

Worst

The host took a while to notice us, then stared at us until we requested a table. The waitress became unfriendly upon hearing that we were not ordering a bottle of wine. The fried...

casual dining as an art form 8/16/2005

Firefly was my introduction to truly great California cooking: subtly perfect flavors, incredibly fresh local ingredients, and effortless fusion of cuisines from all over the world. We've had everything from sushi to old-fashioned meatloaf here, and the kitchen never falters. The tasty lentil spread that comes with the bread (in lieu of butter) is a delectable touch, and the shrimp & scallop potstickers alone are worth the trip. Overall the experience is food as an art form - but without the fancy trappings of a more formal restaurant. The atmosphere is relaxed and homey, like having dinner at a friend's house. My only nitpick would be the host/hostess, who can be a little snooty if you don't look like a Noe Valley type - I made my first visit as a frumpy college student, and we waited 20 minutes despite having a reservation. Pros: amazing food, great casual ambiance Cons: chilly host/hostess more
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Fantastic neighborhood restaurant 7/3/2005

I used to live two blocks from Firefly and used to treat it like an extention of my dinning room. Partially because the food is so fantasti... more
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Great Restaurant in Noe Valley 6/22/2005

Firefly is one of the best places to dine in the city. Located on the edge of Noe Valley, it's a the perfect quiet spot to bring a date or ... more
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Fusion sensation 5/25/2005

Another restaurant in my hood that's wonderful. Ever since they downscaled the restaurant to affordable and innovative cuisine, this has become the kind of restaurant that you can enjoy any day of the week. It's innovative fusion cuisine and emphasis on fresh ingredients ensure you're enjoying a dish that you probably have never made at home before. Incredible sauces and combinations set this restaurant apart. Try the White Corn Pancakes with Spicy Shrimp Remoulade or the Wild King Salmon Filet with Griddled Leek Risotto Cake and go home smiling! more
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Fusion sensation 5/24/2005

Another restaurant in my hood that's wonderful. Ever since they downscaled the restaurant to affordable and innovative cuisine, this has become the kind of restaurant that you can enjoy any day of the week. It's innovative fusion cuisine and emphasis on fresh ingredients ensure you're enjoying a dish that you probably have never made at home before. Incredible sauces and combinations set this restaurant apart. Try the White Corn Pancakes with Spicy Shrimp Remoulade or the Wild King Salmon Filet with Griddled Leek Risotto Cake and go home smiling! more
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Best Neiborhood Restaurant in SF 3/17/2005

Excellent service, food, ambience, and overall experience. I love this place for its total comfort food exp. and people. Recommend highly. Pros: General manager, Food, Service more
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Best Neiborhood Restaurant in SF 3/17/2005

Excellent service, food, ambience, and overall experience. I love this place for its total comfort food exp. and people. Recommend highly. Pros: General manager, Food, Service more
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Southern Style! 2/25/2005

OK, the only reason people are leaving negative reviews is so you don't go there and they can get your table! Don't fall for it, Firefly is great! This is the best fried chicken I've had this side of the Mississippi. With a warm biscuit, with butter and honey! I wanted to hug the chef. Our server was very sweet and took good care of us. The dining room is small and romantic, lovely! I wish I lived closer! Pros: fried chicken, atmosphere, art on the wall Cons: need reservations more
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Southern Style! 2/24/2005

OK, the only reason people are leaving negative reviews is so you don't go there and they can get your table! Don't fall for it, Firefly is great! This is the best fried chicken I've had this side of the Mississippi. With a warm biscuit, with butter and honey! I wanted to hug the chef. Our server was very sweet and took good care of us. The dining room is small and romantic, lovely! I wish I lived closer! Pros: fried chicken, atmosphere, art on the wall Cons: need reservations more
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Great food and Great service 1/31/2005

Very nice, romantic restaurant with interesting art and bright decor. Food was great! We ordered the pork rib chop and the duck. The pork rib chop was tender and perfectly cooked. The duck was crispy on the outside and juicy inside. I've read reviews of bad service, but we had great, attentive service, probably because it wasn't very busy at the time (6:30 on a Friday night). We also ordered two desserts: chocolate bread pudding and chocolate tart. Both were great. If you reallylike chocolate, you should try the chocolate tart. It's very chocolatey! I would definitely go back again! The only weird thing was the flickering of the lights every so often. It's probably due to MUNI passing by 24th Street. It's really not a big deal and I don't think they could do anything about it. Pros: Good food, Romantic setting, Attentive waitstaff Cons: street parking only more
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Great food and Great service 1/30/2005

Very nice, romantic restaurant with interesting art and bright decor. Food was great! We ordered the pork rib chop and the duck. The pork rib chop was tender and perfectly cooked. The duck was crispy on the outside and juicy inside. I've read reviews of bad service, but we had great, attentive service, probably because it wasn't very busy at the time (6:30 on a Friday night). We also ordered two desserts: chocolate bread pudding and chocolate tart. Both were great. If you reallylike chocolate, you should try the chocolate tart. It's very chocolatey! I would definitely go back again! The only weird thing was the flickering of the lights every so often. It's probably due to MUNI passing by 24th Street. It's really not a big deal and I don't think they could do anything about it. Pros: Good food, Romantic setting, Attentive waitstaff Cons: street parking only more
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Thank God for Cheese 12/12/2004

We took our chances and walked in at 5:30 to find it packed! 2 seats were open at the bar so the host suggested we dine there. It was perfect. We started with Champagne and did the prix fix. The brussel sprouts are heavenly as an appetizer. The lentil dip served the bread is hearty and savory. The flow of food was timed well and we enjoyed the "tone" and noticed many happy couples around us. My only complaint is that my mahi mahi (although wonderful on it's own) was swimming in a brown indian-flavored broth that did nothing for the fish. Try the "flourless choc cake" and "cheese plate" for desert. Pros: service, romantic, soft lighting more
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Thank God for Cheese 12/12/2004

We took our chances and walked in at 5:30 to find it packed! 2 seats were open at the bar so the host suggested we dine there. It was perfect. We started with Champagne and did the prix fix. The brussel sprouts are heavenly as an appetizer. The lentil dip served the bread is hearty and savory. The flow of food was timed well and we enjoyed the ""tone"" and noticed many happy couples around us. My only complaint is that my mahi mahi (although wonderful on it's own) was swimming in a brown indian-flavored broth that did nothing for the fish. Try the ""flourless choc cake"" and ""cheese plate"" for desert. Pros: service, romantic, soft lighting more
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Yummy, indeed. 11/12/2004

My wife and I were pleasantly surprised to see not one, but TWO of the seven entrees on the menu as vegetarian options. A rare percentage, even in SF. The brussel sprouts made her rethink her childhood suspicion of them, although, admittedly, it was probably more the white truffle oil than the sprouts. The creative veggie entrees - pumpkin steak!? - were perfectly cooked and complimented by well proportioned sides and sauces. The flourless chocolate cake was worth every bit of caloric badness. Our server was gracious and professional and the ambiance was fantastic - even if a bit too cozy at first in contrast to the cool November evening. Highly recommended for special occasions. Reservations made our visit much more enjoyable as we were seated immediately upon arrival. Pros: Creative entrees, ambiance/decor, laid-back, pro staff more
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Yummy, indeed. 11/12/2004

My wife and I were pleasantly surprised to see not one, but TWO of the seven entrees on the menu as vegetarian options. A rare percentage, even in SF. The brussel sprouts made her rethink her childhood suspicion of them, although, admittedly, it was probably more the white truffle oil than the sprouts. The creative veggie entrees - pumpkin steak!? - were perfectly cooked and complimented by well proportioned sides and sauces. The flourless chocolate cake was worth every bit of caloric badness. Our server was gracious and professional and the ambiance was fantastic - even if a bit too cozy at first in contrast to the cool November evening. Highly recommended for special occasions. Reservations made our visit much more enjoyable as we were seated immediately upon arrival. Pros: Creative entrees, ambiance/decor, laid-back, pro staff more
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Too bad 11/3/2004

I really wanted to love this place, and even waiting the 10 minutes just to get greeted I still planned for a good evening. It may have been busy but it took our waiter 15 minutes to come over and say hello. Not that it would change anything he's personality resemebled card board and to top it off he forgot our bottle of wine leaving us to flag him over and end up only getting a glass each. But the food is what you come for, and even that was a little dissapointing. The potstickers were amazing and the salad pretty good but the entrees were so off I felt like I was at Mel's Diner. My boyfriend got the tuna and 2 pieces were warm one was hot and one was almost cold. How is that possible????? I could say more but....... just don't do it Pros: Pot Stickers, Warm decor Cons: , Kitchen WAY off, parking more
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Too bad 11/3/2004

I really wanted to love this place, and even waiting the 10 minutes just to get greeted I still planned for a good evening. It may have been busy but it took our waiter 15 minutes to come over and say hello. Not that it would change anything he's personality resemebled card board and to top it off he forgot our bottle of wine leaving us to flag him over and end up only getting a glass each. But the food is what you come for, and even that was a little dissapointing. The potstickers were amazing and the salad pretty good but the entrees were so off I felt like I was at Mel's Diner. My boyfriend got the tuna and 2 pieces were warm one was hot and one was almost cold. How is that possible????? I could say more but....... just don't do it Pros: Pot Stickers, Warm decor Cons: , Kitchen WAY off, parking more
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I love this place! 10/21/2004

Firefly is a lovely, charming restaurant. My husband and I come here as often as possible. Even though I'm a vegetarian, I can't resist the fried chicken. The vegetarian and fish entrees are delicious. We've always gotten great wine recommendations and good service. We took some friends there to celebrate their engagement recently and we had a fantastic evening. Pros: delicious food, charming decor, great wine selections more
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I love this place! 10/20/2004

Firefly is a lovely, charming restaurant. My husband and I come here as often as possible. Even though I'm a vegetarian, I can't resist the fried chicken. The vegetarian and fish entrees are delicious. We've always gotten great wine recommendations and good service. We took some friends there to celebrate their engagement recently and we had a fantastic evening. Pros: delicious food, charming decor, great wine selections more
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Firefly Highly Recomend 6/15/2004

Excellent Restaurant. Terrific food. Good wine. Ambience perfect for a romantic enening or just plain good eating. Value is outstanding Pros: good value, servers excellent, food wonderful more
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  • The Scene
    A metal firefly flickers above the door of this quintessential neighborhood gem. Inside the cottage-like nook, a cream-colored canopy tents the ceiling of both dining rooms,...

  • 5/18/2005 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Daily 5:30pm-10pm
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: Central, Noe Valley
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