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Shelby's Rooftop, San Francisco, CA

Shelby's Rooftop

4.5
4.5
303 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Experience an elevated evening at Shelby's Rooftop, perched high above 4th street in downtown San Francisco. Relish in delectable drinks, small bites, and breathtaking views. Shelby's Rooftop combines a seductive ambiance with a contemporary-chic atmosphere, creating a distinctive San Francisco rooftop lounge. Whether dining indoors or outdoors, savor the mouthwatering shared plates, expertly-crafted cocktails, and panoramic city views.

All ages are welcome when our kitchen is open, until 11pm every day. After that, our bar remains open until closing for adults 21+

For parties larger than 10 and private bookings, please contact us directly to book.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–01:00 Breakfast Daily 06:30–10:30
  • Phone number
    (650) 302-5079
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Michelle Mathews
  • Area
    SOMA
  • Cross Street
    4th street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • A Shelbys Rooftop Christmas

    US$173.80 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Multiple times
    A three-course experience, expertly crafted to celebrate the season. Start your evening with Kumamoto oysters topped with exquisite sturgeon caviar. Savor the rich flavors of Porcini-crusted venison tenderloin, complemented by a vibrant reduced beet jus, balanced with a creamy finocchiona and potato gratin, and a sprinkle of grated licorice. Complement the experience with a surprise holiday pairing (at cost) and finish with a light and airy lemon mousseline, topped with a burnt meringue.
    A Shelbys Rooftop Christmas photo
  • NYE in The Sky | Shelbys Rooftop Party 2025

    US$83.10 - US$3,102.19 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    22:00
    Check Ticket Description before purchase. Ticket rates outline the number of persons allotted per table/Ticket. GA tickets Admit 1 per ticket only. Shelbys transforms into a vibrant KARL like Oasis. Dance on a dedicated rooftop with backdrops of downtown San Francisco to electrifying beats spun by DJ AMPM & a special guest. Meet new friends, reminisce about good times, and spark the vibe while savoring delectable hors d'oeuvres. As the clock strikes midnight, raise a glass of bubbles and feel the exhilaration of welcoming 2025 with a skyline overlooking this iconic city – a moment to savor and remember, a moment to feel the magic of the city come alive as you bring in 2025.
    NYE in The Sky | Shelbys Rooftop Party 2025 photo

What 303 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Great for scenic views

  • San Francisco

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shelby's Rooftop offers "insanely gorgeous views" of the city, creating a vibrant atmosphere perfect for an evening out. Enjoy delicious cocktails and a "beautiful rooftop" setting, enhanced by "exceptional" service. While some find the menu limited, the ambiance and friendly staff make it a must-visit for breathtaking experiences.

303 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My friend and I dined here for dinner and drinks. The view was incredible and the food was mouth watering and full of flavor. As the night progressed, the music became very loud to the point where we could not hear each other. They were not able to turn it down, but I was still very pleased with my experience at Shelbys.

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  2. Prerna

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue for an upscale experience. The service was not great, had to wave down our server multiple times. The place gets busy despite the high price tag. Would go again but will be cautious if you're expecting high attentive service.

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  3. Damon

    Hawaii

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good. Had the cauliflower tapas plate and the flatbread. Both were amazing. Sharing those two between my wife and myself we barely had room for desert. The chocolate dessert was very rich and not too sweet, though the lemon in the cream was a little odd paired with the chocolate. The service was mid. Our server was abrupt, did not share any thoughts on the menu items, lacked courtesy, and seemed not all that interested. We shared with the front desk and on the Open Table app that it was our 30th anniversary, but our server did not mention it at all. Value not dissimilar to other restaurants in SF in terms of price for quality of food.

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  4. Irene

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Met up with some friends, it was our first time here and what an amazing view. The vibe was great, food was amazing! We were given the option to sit inside or outside. We chose to sit outside, even though it was cold the outdoor heaters made it comfortable. Overall great atmosphere, will definitely come back with more friends!

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  5. RB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here Friday night, had a reservation for 8:30 but didn’t account for SF downtown traffic so we were 15 minutes late, nevertheless they were very kind to accommodate us and seated us promptly. Servers were friendly and very attentive. Place was a bit loud, we just had to lean in a lot to hear each other, but the vibe was pretty cool. Place was nice, with a pretty balcony which for sure would be a nice area if the weather is good. The only thing I would say is that although the was an ok size for two with comfy chairs, tables were a bit too close to each other. There was a couple next to us who were acting crass and we just tried our best to ignore them. Drinks were hit and miss. I did enjoy the Mezcal, husband said the Punch at first was watery but his second order of the same drink was better. We just had apps. I enjoyed the oysters very much, the bluefin tuna tartare was delicious for me. The trout Pate was nothing special, it was ok, but the toast pieces were a bit hard. But all in all, we enjoyed our time here, and can recommend this place for a nice date night or dinner with friends.

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  6. Darrell

    Sacramento

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great city views, amazing drinks and delicious food.

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  7. kerreck

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really nice actually. I just went for the red cod tapa plate and a glass of white wine. It wasn't too busy since it was about 5:00 on a Friday evening. I found the ambience to be perfect, although I don't know what it is like when busier. Service was attentive and excellent. Price was what should be expected in San Francisco.

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  8. Lori

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful venue and view of the city - nice and friendly staff. The cocktail was good but the food was mediocre IMO.

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  9. Helena

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and strong drinks! Will be coming back for sure.

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  10. Raquel

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time visiting and we were pleased with all around experience. The view was beautiful and we took photos at the end of our visit to capture the moment.

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FAQs

Shelby's Rooftop is rated 4.5 stars by 303 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Shelby's Rooftop

250 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103-3109

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    4th street
  • Area
    SOMA
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–01:00 Breakfast Daily 06:30–10:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Michelle Mathews
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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