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Original Joe's - San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7
4.7
4258 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm

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  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.

Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 775-4877
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Benjamin Figueroa
  • Private party facilities
    Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.
  • Private party contact
    Mariana Mays: (415) 373-6373
  • Area
    North Beach
  • Cross Street
    Stockton Street at Union Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is temporarily unavailable at this time. There is metered street parking in the neighborhood, as well as parking garages two blocks away located at 1636 Powell Street & 1625 Powell Street.
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,258 people are saying

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

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Original Joe's in San Francisco is cherished for its "old school classic meals" and "excellent food," offering a lively atmosphere. The restaurant is praised for its "first class service" and generous portions. Highlights include the "amazing brunch" and "spicy rigatoni," making it a must-visit spot for both locals and tourists.
4,258 Reviews
  1. Jay

    Sacramento

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great meal and delicious food! However, I was bummed they have a limited menu for brunch. Hopefully we can make it back for a dinner service.

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  2. Henry

    Central Coast

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the vibe! We had a booth for the 8 of us. It was nice to chat but enough room to eat all the delicious food.

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  3. Joyce

    VIP

    San Diego

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We never miss having brunch at Original Joes when visiting San Francisco….and once again they didn’t disappoint. The prime rib dip sandwich is incredible and easily feeds two people. We also ordered the lasagna for the first time and it was delicious. Perfect balance of pasta, cheeses and sauce. The service was great as always. Looking forward to our next visit!

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  4. Deanna

    VIP

    Portland

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was plentiful and very tasty, especially the ravioli's. Wish there were some veggies served with entrees. Excellent service!

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  5. Maureen

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous meal and service! The house made ravioli is some of the best I’ve had. Highly recommend Original Joes

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  6. Amber

    VIP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Original Joe’s is one of our favorite SF restaurants. We had great food (scallop risotto & chicken piccata) and great service!

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  7. Sally

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Ordered the bone in pork chop, it was very dry, hard to cut. Waiter never asked how our meal was. Only came with mashed potatoes which were cold. I will never go back

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  8. Jack

    VIP

    New York City

    52 reviews

    4.0

    52 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a fun classic red sauce Italian restaurant. We split the wedge salad (best we’ve ever had), my wife had the lasagna and I had spaghetti and meatballs (relived my youth). Both were very good. Huge portions. Not set up for people our age, but a good value. Service was decent, but could be a bit more attentive. Lots of tables were having a great time. The place has a really nice neighborhood vibe. Is a classic SF Italian restaurant. We recommend it

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  9. Molly

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great spot for a special family dinner! Thank you!

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  10. Mark

    VIP

    San Francisco

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this location of Original Joes. Our custom is to visit one or both of the Fine Art Museums (the De Young and the Legion of Honor) and then enjoy lunch or dinner at Original Joes. Good cocktails, food and service. The bar is busy and loud but so fun if you can find a seat! Cozy fireplace in the bar area as well. We highly recommend Original Joes!

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FAQs

Original Joe's - San Francisco offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 775-4877.

Original Joe's - San Francisco is rated 4.7 stars by 4258 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 pm

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Booked 97 times today

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Google Map for Original Joe's - San Francisco

601 Union Street, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Stockton Street at Union Street
  • Area
    North Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is temporarily unavailable at this time. There is metered street parking in the neighborhood, as well as parking garages two blocks away located at 1636 Powell Street & 1625 Powell Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Benjamin Figueroa
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 775-4877
  • Private party facilities
    Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.
  • Private party contact
    Mariana Mays: (415) 373-6373
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