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First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
First Crush offers a “casual upscale” atmosphere for individuals, private events and large parties in the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square district, featuring the largest all-California wine list in the city. Low ceilings, polished decor and a cool backdrop of ambient music contribute to an intimate setting for enjoying First Crush’s elegant American French cuisine.
The restaurant has been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2001-2012.
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The restaurant has been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2001-2012.
128 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 128 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(70)
3 stars
(16)
2 stars
(11)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- notable wine list(61)
- fit for foodies(60)
- romantic(40)
- neighborhood gem(32)
- special occasion(29)
- late-night find(15)
First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge Reviews List
Review 1 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went here on a Thursday night for last minute dining. We didn't have any expectation going in but just to enjoy a nice glass of wine and a quick bite. And to our surprise the service was excellent, and we ordered an amazing cheese plate that paired wonderfully with a Rhone flight followed by two fantastic entree's. If you love fish, I highly recommend the Halibut as well as the chicken dish. We will definitely be returning."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
There were four of us and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There were four of us and each ordered a different dish: seafood, meat, vegetarian. Every taste was excellent--complex, well-balanced, satisfying. The menu and wine list give many choices. We'll definitely come back."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 3 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
our salmon was excellent.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"our salmon was excellent. Waitress aimed to please."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
food and drinks were excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"food and drinks were excellent !!!!!!!!!.......we got there before the happy hour, and enjoyed a nice quiet lunch......just off the shopping scene, it was a short stroll to the restaurant. This is truly a San Francisco treat !!!!!!!!!!!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch
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Review 5 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food carefully prepared and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food carefully prepared and quite tasty. Time between courses a bit long. But staff was cheerful and smart."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 6 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was excellent! Wines
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent! Wines way overpriced."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2012
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Review 7 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The chef was nice enough to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The chef was nice enough to make me a special sauce to go along with my salmon instead of my suggestion which was to just skip the sauce when I said that I did not eat the shellfish in the one that came with the dish. Very nice waiter as well."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 8 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I had the wild salmon and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had the wild salmon and it was excellent. Our waitress was energetic and fun"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 9 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect pre-theatre venue.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Perfect pre-theatre venue. Wines were fairly priced, and interesting."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 10 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
this place was weird we were
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"this place was weird
we were the ONLY people in there
the decor is old and tired
and the servers were a bit odd"
we were the ONLY people in there
the decor is old and tired
and the servers were a bit odd"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2008
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Review 11 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love First Crush. Every
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love First Crush. Every small plate we had was delicious. However, would like to see more lobster in the lobster mac and cheese. The wine selection and flights are wonderful. Service was just right. The owner stopped by each table which was a nice touch too. We will certainly go back. We are frequent diners there. We have never had a bad experience."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I'd Go Back
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Crab cakes, calamari and lobster mac n cheese were all outstanding. Steak left something to be desired, but I'm a Texan. Overall, a great little place with a good vibe, good service and solid food and drinks."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place for good wine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for good wine and good food. Wines available by the glass, flight or bottle."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 14 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An impressive choice of different
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"An impressive choice of different flights, good pairings of wines. We will definitely be back for more."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2002
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 15 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I'll just cut to the chase
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I'll just cut to the chase and give the bottom line first: I won't go there for two reasons: For one, the champagne was not served cold enough, and it tasted like the bottles had been open for several hours (not tolerable for the $15 sampler). Two, I did not appreciate that the lower level was reserved for a party, leaving an extremely noisy and crowded bar area. Other than that, the food and service was good."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2007
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Review 16 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This was my fifth or sixth
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my fifth or sixth visit but I may never go back. It was so loud we couldn't hear each other from 3 feet away"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 17 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely space with excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lovely space with excellent food and service. Highly recommend the portabello mushroom with quinoa. Wonderful!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious! The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious! The crab cakes were to die for, great oysters, and the ribeye was excellent! The service was very accommodating. The owner himself even came over to discuss the wine list and chit chat with us. The seating is a bit crowded, but nothing a little socializing with your neighboring table can't solve."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 21 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed our dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed our dining experience at First Crush very much. This was the second time eating there before going to a show. The food was great and service was fast."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Sub-par
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"so-so food, low quality service, grimy, dark setting....not to be recommended"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
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Review 23 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable reservation issue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Had no problems whatsoever with the restaurant. My only issue is actually with the Open Table reservation system. The restaurant had no reservation for us via OpenTable. Not a problem for the restaurant as they were able to seat our party of 4 immediately."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 24 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We thoroughly enjoyed our
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We thoroughly enjoyed our recent visit to First Crush restaurant. We were treated well by all of the staff and the food was excellent. I was able to find a very nice Petite Sirrah to drink with my dinner and the pace of the meal was very good."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 25 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was as good as usual
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was as good as usual - service was slow given the restaurant / bar wasn't full. Great spot to dine prior to theater."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 26 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The moment I stepped in the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The moment I stepped in the door I was greeted by the hostest with a friendly smile! The ambiance, drinks, food and service were great!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 27 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
While the service was good,
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While the service was good, the crab cakes ( small plates )were tasteless,and my wife's Butternut squash ravioli was way too salty. My wine pour was at best a Tasting amount,Very short for $11.00 We will NOT return."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
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Review 28 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had to pick a dinner spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had to pick a dinner spot for a group of friends. Location was great (near BART). The main dining room downstairs doesn't open until 6pm and our reservation was for 5pm so we were seated upstairs in the bar area. Turned out to be great. Our server was fantastic, the food was yummy (lobster mac and cheese ... sinful), and the wine/champagne selection was great. I will be coming back here for sure."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 29 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dinner was noisy due to the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dinner was noisy due to the bar crowd.."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2006
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Review 30 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
No Love for the Gluten Free Vegan
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Valentine's Day reservations were limited to a Prix Fixe menu, however my boyfriend has specific dietary needs, being Gluten-Free Vegan. To ensure a good dining experience, I emailed Judy (Mktg & Events Mgr) beforehand, & she confirmed the chef could accommodate a GF/V diet. "Accommodating" ultimately meant choosing dishes on the PF menu without the meat & still getting charged full price without offering alternatives. Romantic, but cramped seating. The molten cake was phenomenal, but not enough to bring me back for another visit."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I arrived about
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I arrived about 25 minutes early for our reservation and were given a table right away, close to the front. Table near us had a group of young girls who were very loud. We asked to be moved to another table closer to the bar and were accommodated immediately. Service was great, food was really good (try splitting the portobello mushroom dish as an appetizer!). Wine list was a little pricey, but had decent selections. Nice place."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 32 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I loved this place. Especially
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I loved this place. Especially knowing that the food is organic, local and all that good stuff. Even all the wine is from California! So good! Will definitely return, again and again."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The SHN pre-theater menu is
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The SHN pre-theater menu is a huge plus! Nice selection and great value."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2009
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Review 34 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious (the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious (the scallops melted in my mouth)! We loved every bite & had great wine to go with it. Our server wasn't too energetic but we had an awesome busser helping us out. We will definitely go back for dinner again."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
First Crush has been a favorite
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First Crush has been a favorite spot for many years. This year the service and food quality had plummeted. The owner sat down at our table and complained about his employees incessantly! Sad to say we won't be going back."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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Review 36 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Interesting concept featuring
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Interesting concept featuring California vintners. Foodies would like the menu featuring items that are local and sustainable. My only critique is that the server could have been more informative about the offerings and what is really their go to items on the menu. Definitely would try it again. Ambiance was good. A small intimate place."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 37 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
PARTY ASKED TO BE QUIET FRI NIGHT?
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"FOOD WAS GREAT. DRINKS WERE GOOD.
OWNER AND WAITER WERE LESS THAN PROFESSIONAL. OWNER (ZABID) WAS LESS THAN PERSONABLE AND WAS HORRIBLY RUDE BY ASKING US TO QUIET DOWN. IT WAS A FRIDAY NIGHT, THE RESTAURANT WAS BUZZING AND BUSTLING WITH THE USUAL NOISE AND BUSYNESS OF WAITERS AND WAITRESSES ALL AROUND. SO, TO COME AND ASK OUR TABLE OF 5 PEOPLE TO QUIET DOWN, WAS NOT AT ALL SOMETHING THAT I WOULD HAVE EXPECTED. DID HE GO TO ALL OF THE OTHER TABLES AND ASK THEM TO QUIET DOWN? THE ANSWER IS NO. WE WERE PAYING CUSTOMERS AND THE NOISE LEVEL OF OUR PARTY WAS NOT ANY MORE LOUD THAN ANY OF THE OTHER TABLES. MY REVIEW OF THIS RESTAURANT IS LESS THAN DESIRABLE. MY FIRST TIME THERE AND IT WAS DEFINITELY MY LAST!"
OWNER AND WAITER WERE LESS THAN PROFESSIONAL. OWNER (ZABID) WAS LESS THAN PERSONABLE AND WAS HORRIBLY RUDE BY ASKING US TO QUIET DOWN. IT WAS A FRIDAY NIGHT, THE RESTAURANT WAS BUZZING AND BUSTLING WITH THE USUAL NOISE AND BUSYNESS OF WAITERS AND WAITRESSES ALL AROUND. SO, TO COME AND ASK OUR TABLE OF 5 PEOPLE TO QUIET DOWN, WAS NOT AT ALL SOMETHING THAT I WOULD HAVE EXPECTED. DID HE GO TO ALL OF THE OTHER TABLES AND ASK THEM TO QUIET DOWN? THE ANSWER IS NO. WE WERE PAYING CUSTOMERS AND THE NOISE LEVEL OF OUR PARTY WAS NOT ANY MORE LOUD THAN ANY OF THE OTHER TABLES. MY REVIEW OF THIS RESTAURANT IS LESS THAN DESIRABLE. MY FIRST TIME THERE AND IT WAS DEFINITELY MY LAST!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
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Review 38 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
this is my third time at First
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"this is my third time at First Crush. We brought two guests after bragging about it. The food was Terrible! Steak was chewy, pasta tasted like it had been sitting in cream overnight--we were so dissappointed. I'm hoping that it was an off night."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
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Review 39 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good I thought.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good I thought. I had scallops with risotto and it was excellent. My wife is a vegetarian and they gave her a veggie risotto. Little bland, so only good. They gave us the worst seat in the house when we arrived, despite being notified it was my wife's birthday, when other seats were available. Had to request a change"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2008
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Review 40 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I highly recommend First Crush!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I highly recommend First Crush! The food was amazing and we couldn't have asked for better service. The only thing we were a bit disappointed in was the cheese plate. For $20 we expected to have a bit larger piece, but it was a very small sliver. Other than that, you must check this restaurant out."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 41 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I was recommended to First
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was recommended to First Crush for a business lunch. The restaurant was quiet so talking was easy. the staff was very courteous and friendly. The food was fantastic, and a great value. I look forward to coming back in the future, either for casual business lunch or personal dining!"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2009
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 42 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's been a few years since
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's been a few years since I've been here. I forgot how good the food is. The gnocchi was a hit. The salmon was tasty. Best of all was the theatre menu with a price fix menu."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find
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Review 43 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Wine Bar
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great with a good selection of wine, but the noise level is pretty intense. It is a short walk from Powell/Market. They had a good "San Francisco Restaurant Week" three course dinner but their small plate menu was really good also."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 44 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our first visit here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first visit here and we enjoyed it very much."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First Crush is consistently
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First Crush is consistently great. I arrived earlier than my 2 dining mates and was actually seated...that doesn't happen in most places in this city and was greatly appreciated. Waitress was very attentive to my friend's food allergies. Short ribs were as awesome as always. I'll be back soon."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 46 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hectic and noisy, but food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hectic and noisy, but food was delicious. Bit under-staffed for a full house."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 47 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have a Crush on First Crush
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Always a pleasure. Haven't been in awhile so we thought we'd go back and I think the owner was there, first time I recall seeing him working at the check in station! He was delightful and chatty.The wait staff could have more personality but they are efficient so that's the most important thing. I do have an impossible time hearing my dining companion over the two tables on either side of us yelling at each other to be heard as well, but I will always dine here."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went for a quick pre-show
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for a quick pre-show dinner which was excellent. Look forward to going again when we are not so rushed and can enjoy the restaurant and wine tastings some more."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 49 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unexpected pleasure.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a very pleasant experience. I didn't have any expectations the food was decent and the service was very good."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 50 for First Crush Restaurant Wine Bar & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Birthday dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Server was nice and covered a wine and dessert when she accidentally threw away our leftovers. Great service. Great food. Lobster Mac and cheese is really good. Romantic setting, but not too over the top."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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