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mixed tapas - Canela Bistro Bar, San Francisco, CA

Canela Bistro Bar

4.7 (1606)
$31 to $50
Spanish
2272 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Take a trip to Spain without your passport! Established in 2011, Canela's Spanish and California cuisine has been drawing in locals and visitors alike. Crafted with a mix of ingredients and wines imported from Spain as well as California's bounty, Canela's mix of tapas and paella is made to please. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors with you in mind. Honored to be awarded a Certified Restaurant from Spain by the Spanish Trade Commission, we offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:45
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Mat Schuster
  • Catering
    We are available for drop off or full staff catering. Ask us about our tapas and paella catering. Our small bites work well for cocktail style receptions. Message contact@canelasf.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a few different options for private dining experiences. Customers can choose either our semi-private front or back areas of the restaurant or the full restaurant. Guests can choose to have a seated, coursed menu or a seated, family style share menu which is a little more casual.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Castro
  • Cross Street
    Noe St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    One block from Castro or Church Muni stations (K, L, M, J, T) Also two blocks from Noe and Duboce station for N. Multiple buses (22, 24, 23) run within a block distance of Canela.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Paella & Tapas Experience

    US$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our Paella & Tapas Experience! The prix fixe dinner includes, your choice of Paella (Seafood, Chicken, Seasonal Mushroom), 2 tapas to choose from (per person), and dessert (per person)! (One type of paella per table, thanks). Please note; we are a small, neighborhood restaurant and we have a small kitchen which is why our paella availability is limited. We cannot guarentee the paella experience if you change your original reservation time. Paellas can take around 45 minutes as they are made from scratch. Thank you!
    Paella & Tapas Experience photo
  • a la Carte Paella

    US$25.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    This is to reserve a paella a la carte (not the prix fixe). You can choose from chicken, seafood or mushroom paella. Just tell your server! Minimum 2 people. Small paella feeds up to 2 people, large paella feeds up to 4 people. Larger sizes available as well. (One type of paella per table please). Please note; we are a small, neighborhood restaurant and we have a small kitchen which is why our paella availability is limited. We cannot guarantee a paella if you change your original reservation time. Paellas can take around 45 minutes as they are made from scratch. Thank you!
    a la Carte Paella photo
  • Chef's Tapas Tasting Menu

    US$69.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Nine, individual tapas to enjoy! Vegetarian options available. GAZPACHO Tomato, strawberry, bell pepper, shallots, garlic, feta, olive oil, and croutons (df possible, gf possible) BOQUERONES white anchovies in vinegar, olive oil, citrus segments (gf) FLASH FRIED SHISHITO PEPPERS flake sea salt (gf, v) JAMÓN CROQUETAS jamon, chicken, egg, béchamel BACON WRAPPED DATES sheep’s cheese, piparra pepper (gf) PATATAS BRAVAS crispy potatoes, almond romesco, garlic-paprika aioli (gf) PIQUILLO FUNDIDO spinach, shallot, Mahon cheese, strawberry salsa (gf) GAMBAS al AJILLO seared shrimp, fermented black garlic, preserved lemon (gf) PORK EMPANADA olive-oil saffron crust, Spanish cheese, endive salad with yogurt, mint and lime
    Chef's Tapas Tasting Menu photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 17:00 - 18:00,Tue - Sat - 17:00 - 18:00
    Join us Tuesday - Sunday, 5-6 PM for the best Happy Hour in San Francisco! Enjoy $7 Spanish tapas like braised lamb ribs, crispy patatas bravas, bacon-wrapped dates, croquetas de jamón, and more. Sip on sangria, cava, vermouth, craft beer, and cocktails starting at $6. Want to share? Get our $45 Happy Hour Menu for Two, including five tapas and two drinks. Available at the bar, outdoor seating, and select tables. Experience the flavors of Spain—only at Canela!
    Happy Hour Specials photo

What 1,606 people are saying

Canela Bistro Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Spanish

Review summary

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Canela Bistro Bar in San Francisco delights with "excellent food, cocktails, service, and ambiance." Known for its "authentic yet innovative Spanish tapas," standout dishes include duck meatballs, churros, and squid ink paella. The "fantastic" staff and cozy atmosphere make it a "wonderful neighborhood gem" perfect for special occasions.
1,606 Reviews
  1. Irving

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A cup of gazpacho split between two and a couple of tapas on top of the paella was absolutely perfect. I paired that incredible combination of small plates with a flight of sherries. We were just completely satisfied with pineapple sorbet and cava to finish it. Service was impeccable even after the entire restaurant suddenly filled up. Get there early - paella made to order takes about 30-45 minutes, if you're lucky to fit your order in.

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  2. Lisa VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and drink, wonderful experience. The paella is exceptional!

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  3. Dan VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great and charming local restaurant. Interesting, well-executed food. Service was mixed on this visit but has been very attentive in the past. Highly recommended.

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  4. Keith VIP

    Los Angeles16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tri, our server, was fantastic! Helped us figure out how much of each item we wanted to get for our table of 7. Everything tasted great and portions of the Tapas were perfect! Tri suggested great wine pairings too!

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  5. Sarah VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, cocktails, service, and ambience. Canela stands out for its traditional Spanish cuisine with a slight twist. It is my go-to for authentic yet innovative Spanish tapas. This visit we had strawberry gazpacho (yum!) with a sprinkle of feta and smoked paprika croutons, bacon wrapped dates with a pickled piquillo pepper (sweet! salty! acidic! all the balance in one bite); we also enjoyed duck meatballs in sofrito, chorizo coca, artichokes, and - chef’s kiss - churros! So good. This is one of the best Spanish restaurants in SF in my opinion. Very cozy, approachable food and staff. Definitely go if you haven’t been.

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  6. Ian VIP

    Columbus10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best tapas I have ever had. Great wine list. Staff were wonderful too

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  7. Jennifer

    Seattle / Eastern Washington14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion. The food was outstanding and the staff were very attentive. It was a perfect evening. Highly recommend.

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  8. Peter VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we go here all the time, and it’s consistently great. even better now they have a full bar!

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  9. owen

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Very tasty food, very nice attentive, wait staff.

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  10. Mark E. VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area89 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always spectacular! Now with full Bar! ~Mark Sackett

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FAQs

Canela Bistro Bar offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Canela Bistro Bar also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 552-3000.

Canela Bistro Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 1606 OpenTable diners.

Canela Bistro Bar 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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Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Canela Bistro Bar

2272 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Noe St.
  • Area
    Castro
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:45
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    One block from Castro or Church Muni stations (K, L, M, J, T) Also two blocks from Noe and Duboce station for N. Multiple buses (22, 24, 23) run within a block distance of Canela.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mat Schuster
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We are available for drop off or full staff catering. Ask us about our tapas and paella catering. Our small bites work well for cocktail style receptions. Message contact@canelasf.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a few different options for private dining experiences. Customers can choose either our semi-private front or back areas of the restaurant or the full restaurant. Guests can choose to have a seated, coursed menu or a seated, family style share menu which is a little more casual.
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