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Blue Plate, San Francisco, CA

Blue Plate

4.8
4.8
1523 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Blue Plate opened in 1999 as a casual spot where friends and neighbors can enjoy the best ingredients our seasons have to offer. Owners Cory Obenour and Jeff Trenam have created a space that feels like a home, with three distinct dining rooms each appointed with the work of local artists. In the back, a lush, night-fragrant garden offers an exotic retreat from the bustle of the city. The kitchen stays committed to using the highest quality local produce and meats in classic American and rustic Mediterranean dishes. Through a working friendship with Bay Area farmers, the Blue Plate is expanding the notion of "the blue plate special" to include dining that is casual, affordable, delicious and responsible.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (415) 282-6777
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Cory Obenour
  • Private party facilities
    Full restaurant buyouts are available.
  • Area
    Bernal Heights
  • Cross Street
    Valencia St.
  • Parking details
    The parking lot at the Bank of America is open for a flat fee of $10. Otherwise, street parking is available.
  • Public transit
    The Blue Plate is located at the stop for the following bus lines: 14, 49 and 67. <br />Bart riders should get off on the 24th and Mission station.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
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What 1,523 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Contemporary American

  • San Francisco

    Neighbourhood gem

  • San Francisco

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San Francisco

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Plate is a cherished neighborhood gem, celebrated for its "exceptional service" and "incredible food." Known for delicious comfort dishes like meatloaf, fried chicken, and mac & cheese, it offers a lovely ambiance with charming rooms and a gorgeous patio. Enjoy fresh ideas, vibrant flavors, and interesting wines.

1,523 Reviews
  1. ann

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blue Plate is known for their meatloaf & fried chicken. My friend & I shared both; they were delicious!

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  2. Natalie

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and great wine recommendation.

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  3. nikib

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 21 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still AMAZING after all these years. Wonderful neighborhood spot. Incredible food and wine. Great service. We miss you Shannon!!!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the food, wine/beer and service hits the mark! Tasty fried chicken and steak. Spot on!

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  5. Marla

    San Francisco

    44 reviews

    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Charming ambiance in 3 separate rooms and a gorgeous patio. Service was EXCEPTIONAL. Mac and & Cheese and Fried Chicken exceptional. Wonderful non alcoholic drinks.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 July 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great experience and food. Only downside was our server edited the check after we left to add additional tip. I was able to dispute with the credit card company to resolve since I had a copy of the receipt but really didn’t like that they did that. If you dine here take pics of the receipt and make sure you check your credit card statement.

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  7. MissionFoodie

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on 20 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Blue Plate remains a hidden gem in the City; great food at reasonable prices and some interesting wines.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 26 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s amazing how great this place continues to be after 25 years. Fresh ideas, vibrant flavors. Just wonderful.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was beyond amazing! Food was excellent and atmosphere is lovely.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 1 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great neighborhood restaurant. Known for their comfort foods - meatloaf, fried chicken snd mac&cheese which were all very tasty. Service was friendly snd relaxed

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FAQs

Blue Plate does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now, Postmates and Uber Eats. Blue Plate also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 282-6777.

Blue Plate is rated 4.8 stars by 1523 OpenTable diners.

Blue Plate does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Blue Plate

3218 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Valencia St.
  • Area
    Bernal Heights
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The parking lot at the Bank of America is open for a flat fee of $10. Otherwise, street parking is available.
  • Public transit
    The Blue Plate is located at the stop for the following bus lines: 14, 49 and 67. Bart riders should get off on the 24th and Mission station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Cory Obenour
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 282-6777
  • Private party facilities
    Full restaurant buyouts are available.
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