If you are looking for a nice, romantic evening, OR a great night out with a group around some nice jazzy tunes, you have come to the right place. The service was very friendly and made very useful... More

If you are looking for a nice, romantic evening, OR a great night out with a group around some nice jazzy tunes, you have come to the right place. The service was very friendly and made very useful suggestions. I think its nestled ambiance and grandeur are the perfect fit for a night back in time and off the main roads. Got the squah soup which was YUMMY!! The pork chop was good too and we also got to try SUNCHOKES which were new on my list :) I would recommend AND go back!
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This is one of the best hidden gems in the city. Dark, romantic, great food, great drinks beautiful space. Pros: Secluded, great food Cons: not a lot of parking in this districe

This is one of the best hidden gems in the city. Dark, romantic, great food, great drinks beautiful space. Pros: Secluded, great food Cons: not a lot of parking in this districe
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My husband and I were excited about this place, but left the restaurant disappointed. The food was terrible. The entrees cost over $25.00 a plate, and it tasted like some dishes you can get at... More

My husband and I were excited about this place, but left the restaurant disappointed. The food was terrible. The entrees cost over $25.00 a plate, and it tasted like some dishes you can get at Applebee's or at Denny's. I ordered the chicken, and my husband ordered the crab and lobster pasta. Both plates tasted exactly the same except for the fact that one was seafood, one was a poultry dish. Both plates had the exact same cream sauce with loads of cherry tomatoes in them.... we had about 5 bites, and that was it. The salads were OK, but average... A restaurant this expensive and nice looking should really try and upgrade their dishes. They can also use some scented candles... this place looks great but smells like a back alley in the tenderloin.
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Here from Chicago, where, in case you don't know is on the map for food. I had one of the best meals of my life tonight. Bix Rocks! Pros: Everything Cons: Nothing

Here from Chicago, where, in case you don't know is on the map for food. I had one of the best meals of my life tonight. Bix Rocks! Pros: Everything Cons: Nothing
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Our party of four really enjoyed dinner last Saturday night. The appetizers were delicious - we had the firecracker shrimp and the crab in brioche. We all enjoyed our main courses - two order of... More

Our party of four really enjoyed dinner last Saturday night. The appetizers were delicious - we had the firecracker shrimp and the crab in brioche. We all enjoyed our main courses - two order of scallops, lamb and the pork chop. If you order veggies on the side - the mushrooms are not to be missed. Desserts were lovely and beautifully prepared. The only downside to Bix is that the cocktails add up quickly at $9 a pop and they're on the small side. Don't get me wrong - they were good, but not good value. Looking forward to Bix again - but this time we'll skip the pricey sidecars. Pros: Valet parking, Classy, Good service Cons: Pricey drinks
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i'm not sure what happened in the kitchen arena at Bix. their food used to be spectacular and i only recently had a full coure meal there (usually in/out only at their bar) and the meal was... More

i'm not sure what happened in the kitchen arena at Bix. their food used to be spectacular and i only recently had a full coure meal there (usually in/out only at their bar) and the meal was surprisingly only so-so. definitely not worth the $50 for food only. wine selections were pretty good. our waiter was super cool but wasn't very experienced so he did flub on a couple of aspects (ie not bringing out everyone's courses in an organized order). disappointed too when we asked for the sommelier and was told he was off that night (on a thursday?). hoping they make some needed changes in the kitchen.
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Our waitress was SLOW and the busboys were rude - they shoved the plates in our face as they excused themselves and splashed most of the mineral water onto the tablecloth! We spent nearly $80 per... More

Our waitress was SLOW and the busboys were rude - they shoved the plates in our face as they excused themselves and splashed most of the mineral water onto the tablecloth! We spent nearly $80 per person and left hungry and disastified.
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If you equate fine dining with rude service by unsophisticated hostesses, then this place is for you. On the other hand, if you want food that's worth the price and ambience that is more than mere... More

If you equate fine dining with rude service by unsophisticated hostesses, then this place is for you. On the other hand, if you want food that's worth the price and ambience that is more than mere hype, you should go elsewhere. In a city with a gazillion restaurants, this one has very little to recommend it. Put a high price on something and it attracts attention, but a discerning consumer will know what he's looking for, and this ain't it. Pros: Location Cons: Poor Service, Snobby Service, Lame Hostess
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This is the place you go to really celebrate in style with a group of friends. Its also a very refined place to have a small celebration dinner. The decor will make you feel transported to the east... More

This is the place you go to really celebrate in style with a group of friends. Its also a very refined place to have a small celebration dinner. The decor will make you feel transported to the east coast but you will feel like you stepped into Rome when you head outside to the narrow cobble stoned street, a great place for an after dinner cocktail or while waiting for your table.
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Bix is one of my favorite places in San Francisco. I was actually planning to go there for dinner tonight but couldn't reserve a seat.. It is tucked away in a tiny alley in the historic Barbary... More

Bix is one of my favorite places in San Francisco. I was actually planning to go there for dinner tonight but couldn't reserve a seat.. It is tucked away in a tiny alley in the historic Barbary coast district near the Transamerica pyramid and the Embarcadero. the decoration is 1920s style, but not raffish as the term "speakeasy" would suggest, more like a very relaxed jazz club. There is often a live pianist playing. At its best, California cuisine, like French Nouvelle Cuisine, is all about top-notch ingredients highlighted, rather than overwhelmed by the preparation. The chef at Bix clearly spends a lot of time sourcing the freshest produce and meats from local organic suppliers. Obviously, the menu changes frequently to accomodate what's available on the markets. You can check it online at www.bixrestaurant.com (annoyingly, Flash is required). One of my favorites there is the local farm-grown caviar, served on crisp yet melt-in-the-mouth potato pillows and creme fraiche. And the pastry chef is no slouch, his chocolate semifreddo with toffee tiles was to die for, easily the best dessert I've had in San Francisco.
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