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Mezzanine Private Dining Space - Foreign Cinema, San Francisco, CA

Foreign Cinema

4.8
4.8
8803 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian
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Foreign Cinema

4.8
$31 to $50
Californian
Mission District

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 93 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
Foreign Cinema is a one of a kind, nationally acclaimed restaurant combining independent films with California-Mediterranean cooking. Enjoy an airy yet chic setting, complete with indoor dining room with a fireplace, outdoor courtyard with 35mm film screening starting at dusk, mezzanine, gallery curated by Modernism West & full bar in the main dining room. Foreign Cinema has something for everyone including their DJ/live music bar, Laszlo. Enjoy special happy hours, uniquely craft cocktails, zero proof selections, full Foreign Cinema dinner menu, and lively music to end your evening.

We are currently booking for Outdoor Patio & Indoor/Standard seating 60 days in advance. A ‘standard seating’ reservation is indoor dining. Reservations for 10+ may be booked through private dining department - contact janine@foreigncinema.com for more information.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 648-7600 ext. 0
  • Website
    http://www.foreigncinema.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Gayle Pirie & John Clark
  • Private party facilities
    We provide distinctive private dining spaces for up to 350 guests, from intimately sized hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, to large, formal seated events. Our chefs personalize each menu, matching sustainable, seasonal and market availability with guests’ special preferences.Inquire via email, janine@foreigncinema.com
  • Private party contact
    Janine Jacobson: (415) 648-7600 ext. 124
  • Location
    2534 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94110
  • Area
    Mission District
  • Cross Street
    Between 21st and 22nd Streets
  • Parking details
    We recommend parking at the Bartlett Garage located on 21st St between Valencia and Mission.
  • Public transit
    MUNI: 14 Mission bus; BART: 16th & 24th/Mission station; Mission-Bartlett Garage: 3255 21st Street San Francisco, CA 94110
  • Entertainment
    We show a film starting at dusk only in the outdoor patio dining room. This is to provide a lovely ambiance, dialogue is not audible. While we take into consideration all requests for courtyard seating none are guaranteed.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Dinner 2024/2025

    USD 165.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    For New Year's Eve we are offering a celebratory 4 course menu for $165 per adult & children for $45 each (price does not include drinks, tax, or gratuity). There will be choices in each course, including vegetarian options. This is the only menu available, there will not be an a la carte option. We have a 48hr cancellation policy for New Years Eve Dinner, it is $50 per person if cancelled after 5pm on Sunday 12/29.
    New Year's Eve Dinner 2024/2025 photo

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What 8,803 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked

  • San Francisco

    Best Ambience

  • San Francisco

    Californian

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Foreign Cinema in the Mission District is a renowned hotspot for its "incredible food," "charming ambience," and "stellar service." Perfect for special occasions, it offers a unique dining experience with a courtyard movie screening. While some dishes may miss the mark, the inventive menu and vibrant atmosphere consistently impress diners.

8,803 Reviews

  1. Kathleen

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was just so so omelette was watery a little overcooked things came at different times but the ambience was fun. The service was excellent. Maybe I just ordered the wrong thing.

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  2. Nick

    Minneapolis

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner and experience as usual. So happy to introduce some friends/colleagues to one of my favorite Bay Area restaurants for 20+ years.

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  3. Elsa

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the perfect place to enjoy delicious food kind friendly service in an upscale joyous ambience. This is truly one of the great restaurants of San Francisco that has a history yet is vibrant and contemporary meeting. All ones sensory wishes.

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  4. Bita

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love the flavors and food presentation at FC. It's a fun spot, especially with the casual outdoor seating. The selection of international wines is fantastic. If you're coming with a large group, you're sure to have a great time. We've had many memorable family dinners here and always look forward to the next one!

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  5. stuart

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and food wonderful - service was perfect

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  6. Vishal

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    FANTASTIC FOOD!!!!! I wanted more!!! The movie was great as well. I'm definitely coming back.

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  7. Kerry

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time at Foreign Cinema. We were celebrating our 45th wedding anniversary. It seemed as though everyone there knew it and greeted us with congratulations. We received a special note from the manager which really impressed my wife. The service was great , the food very tasteful, and quite romantic. A very enjoyable time. Thank you

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  8. Lori

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent menu and ambience. The staff are pleasant and attentive enough without being intrusive. Expect to pay for the experience.

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  9. Clair

    San Francisco

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful for a dozen oysters, bubbly and assorted small plates! Pear & squash salad was inspired - wonderful spices - duck liver pate indulgently yum with all the trimmings. Thank you Paige and Lauren for your gracious service and Phil for always remembering our preferences. An oasis in the middle of our beloved Mission. Happy Holidays to the entire crew and thank you!

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  10. Sean

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Pretty good food and amazing ambiance, however, the service was a little off for what I expect out of a restaurant of this caliber. It took upwards of 30 minutes between courses, and one of the servers tried to take a plate away that had food I was sharing with my girlfriend. The restaurant was immaculately decorated and the movie being projected on the courtyard wall brought it all together. Definitely worth a visit just for the atmosphere. Don't expect any life-changing food or service experiences though.

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FAQs

Foreign Cinema offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 648-7600 ext. 0.

Foreign Cinema is rated 4.8 stars by 8803 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Foreign Cinema restaurant

Foreign Cinema

4.8
$31 to $50
Californian
Mission District

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 93 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Foreign Cinema

2534 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94110

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 21st and 22nd Streets
  • Area
    Mission District
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We recommend parking at the Bartlett Garage located on 21st St between Valencia and Mission.
  • Public transit
    MUNI: 14 Mission bus; BART: 16th & 24th/Mission station; Mission-Bartlett Garage: 3255 21st Street San Francisco, CA 94110
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gayle Pirie & John Clark
  • Entertainment
    We show a film starting at dusk only in the outdoor patio dining room. This is to provide a lovely ambiance, dialogue is not audible. While we take into consideration all requests for courtyard seating none are guaranteed.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.foreigncinema.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 648-7600 ext. 0
  • Private party facilities
    We provide distinctive private dining spaces for up to 350 guests, from intimately sized hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, to large, formal seated events. Our chefs personalize each menu, matching sustainable, seasonal and market availability with guests’ special preferences.Inquire via email, janine@foreigncinema.com
  • Private party contact
    Janine Jacobson: (415) 648-7600 ext. 124

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