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Welcome to Per Diem Transit Center. - Per Diem - Transit Center, San Francisco, CA

Per Diem - Transit Center

4.6
4.6
78 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The newest addition of Per Diem in San Francisco is now open at the Salesforce TransBay Terminal!

Per Diem brings the unique style and ambiance of San Francisco to an upscale venue in the heart of the City. The internationally acclaimed Michelin Guide lists the original Per Diem as part of an elite group of Bay Area restaurants that received a Recommend rating. We are inspired by the vibrant, fresh produce of Northern California. Per Diem’s offerings of rich flavors and 20th century décor will entice patrons looking for social meeting quarters or a savored dining experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Gastro Pub, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 799-9191
  • Website
    http://www.perdiemsf.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mattia Marcelli
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next office party or in-office meeting. Visit us at: https://www.ezcater.com/catering/per-diem-3?c=per-diem-3
  • Private party facilities
    Per Diem Transit Center is the highlight of SOMA, bringing the style and ambiance of San Francisco to a unique upscale venue in the heart of The City. Whether you are looking for a small intimate gathering or a full restaurant buyout, Per Diem is the ideal venue to host your private event. Email events@perdiemsf.com for booking information
  • Location
    45 Minna St, San Francisco, CA 94103
  • Area
    SOMA
  • Cross Street
    Between 1st and 2nd St on Minna st. 41 Minna is your best address to use.
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour at Per Diem Transit Center!!

    Multiple dates available
    Happy Hour downtown is back. Come join us at Per Diem weeknight from 3pm to 5pm. Please note that all Happy Hour reservations are satin the main dining area and have an out-time of 5pm to accommodate our dinner reservations. Thank you for understanding and we will see you soon!!!

Menu

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What 78 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Per Diem - Transit Center is a vibrant dining spot with "great service" and "delicious food," perfect for a casual lunch or after-work drinks. Known for its "great happy hour" and urban ambiance, the restaurant offers standout dishes like "gnocchi with a lamb bolognese sauce" and "lobster fries." Its strategic location near public transit makes it a convenient choice for locals and visitors alike.

78 Reviews

  1. Jill VIP

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great cocktails very nice atmosphere. Great service.

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  2. Jerry

    San Francisco194 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Supper was quite good. The wild mushrooms with pasta was quite good, a nicely balanced flavor with the mushrooms. A small fried egg toped the pasta, a nice touch. The owner is quite nice, friendly and accommodating. It was a delight to have him at throughout the meal delivering our food. We had a choice of sections to dine in and chose the library

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  3. Terra

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great for a team lunch. We were impressed and will be back.

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  4. C. John VIP

    San Francisco31 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super good food every time. I had the gnocchi with meat sauce and my manager ordered the chicken fried sandwich… both were very good and the service even better!!

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  5. Mark

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bartender and wait staff were very friendly. Great, chill atmosphere as well. Love the Espresso Martini I had. (It was on Nitro!) Also, the Gnocchi Ragù was super tasty and it paired really well with the recommended wine. All in all a great experience and I'm so glad to have a place like this to go to in my neighborhood.

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  6. Laura

    San Francisco1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The Crab Arancini and Tuna Tartare appetizers were delicious. The Margherita Flatbread was mediocre. The tomato sauce on the flatbread tasted like it was from a can/jar instead of made from scratch and the basil wasn't fragrant. The entrees were a letdown. We asked for our Steak Frites to be cooked medium but it came out medium rare and the fries were hard and oily. The risotto on our salmon entree was undercooked, it wasn't al dente, it was just hard and unpleasant. Panna cotta was too sweet and too rich, it tasted more like a creme brulee and was covered in a overly sweet caramel sauce. The server saw that we hadn't eaten half of our steak dish but didn't ask if there was a problem. For a restaurant that charges 6% SF Mandate fee plus service fee, I would've expected the server to be more aware. Per Diem used to be one my team's favorite restaurants but I don't think I would be going back.

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  7. Thomas

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff and they even separated the food for sharing for us. Really nice of them.

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  8. michelle

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and waiter was very accommodating to my special requests

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  9. Andy

    San Francisco15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great find! Excellent food, a nice variety, and excellent service!

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  10. Vicente

    San Francisco29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Been to their other location recently found this one. Food was spectacular for our team dinner. Ordered all the small plates (all solid) but don’t miss out on their burger. Wow.

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FAQs

Per Diem - Transit Center offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 799-9191.

Per Diem - Transit Center is rated 4.6 stars by 78 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Per Diem - Transit Center

45 Minna St, San Francisco, CA 94103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 1st and 2nd St on Minna st. 41 Minna is your best address to use.
  • Area
    SOMA
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Gastro Pub, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mattia Marcelli
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.perdiemsf.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 799-9191
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next office party or in-office meeting. Visit us at: https://www.ezcater.com/catering/per-diem-3?c=per-diem-3
  • Private party facilities
    Per Diem Transit Center is the highlight of SOMA, bringing the style and ambiance of San Francisco to a unique upscale venue in the heart of The City. Whether you are looking for a small intimate gathering or a full restaurant buyout, Per Diem is the ideal venue to host your private event. Email events@perdiemsf.com for booking information
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