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Blue Plate
The Blue Plate opened in 1999 as a casual spot where friends and neighbors can enjoy the best ingredients our seasons have to offer. Owners Cory Obenour and Jeff Trenam have created a space that feels like a home, with three distinct dining rooms each appointed with the work of local artists. In the back, a lush, night-fragrant garden offers an exotic retreat from the bustle of the city. The kitchen stays committed to using the highest quality local produce and meats in classic American and rustic Mediterranean dishes. Through a working friendship with Bay Area farmers, the Blue Plate is expanding the notion of "the blue plate special" to include dining that is casual, affordable, delicious and responsible.
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120 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 120 reviews
5 stars
(60)
4 stars
(46)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(86)
- fit for foodies(84)
- special occasion(42)
- romantic(35)
- notable wine list(22)
- good for groups(19)
Blue Plate Reviews List
Review 1 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Family took our mother here for Mother's Day. We had an amazing day, with the help (food & service) of Blue Plate it was an amazing night as well. Thanks!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Blue Plate IS Special!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have found ourselves at Blue Plate a few times lately - our vain attempts to get into Emmy's Spaghetti Shack the first couple times led us here, and now we return because we really like it. Warm friendly service goes a long way to healing the rejection from Emmy's (anyways, my spaghetti is better!). Blue Plate has some great dishes; the meatloaf is a big slab, lightly spicy, and gone all too soon because you keep telling people "try this, it's great!) The portions are generous, there's even something there for vegetarians, and by all means - don't pass up the key lime pie. The best we've ever had; we've gone back a couple times just so we can have that for dessert! Parking is a pain around here, but totally worth it for this place."
Dined on 1/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not my first time here, won't be my last. Waitstaff quite informed and helpful. Kale salad was excellent as was the salmon. Of course the meatloaf and mac and cheese are always a thumbs up! A small restaurant but you never feel like you're on top of the next table as you do in other places."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, great service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had an exceptional server at Blue Plate this week. She was so nice, helpful and accommodating to my friend and dining companion who is lactose intolerant. The food was delicious, I had the flank steak and pea leaves, which are my favorite veggie without question. The space can get crowded and very loud, otherwise a great experience."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very inventive, fair price
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fresh ingredients paired with excellent wine. The focaccia was very good but a tad too oily"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 6 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My friend and I came here on a whim based on a recommendation. The food was excellent....and so was the dessert. We sat outside since it was the most gorgeous day in SF. Highly recommend sitting in the back patio!
Recommendation, their large plates are BIG, so split a small plate, a large plate and a dessert and you'll walk out feeling satisfied, but not too full.
Enjoy!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Menu
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A diverse menu, not your usual fair."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Overall great restaurant at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall great restaurant at a great price; thanks Open Table!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Blue Plate is by far my favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Blue Plate is by far my favorite restaurant in San Francisco. Though the space seems very cramped it is still very comfortable, and the food is always phenomenal. The meat, no matter what kind, is always tender and cook perfectly, just the right amount of juice; and the veggies always crisp and tasty with perfect seasoning."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 10 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everythig was good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything we had was great, from the pork chop to the kale, the mac and cheese, the meatlof and the verdelho - all was excellent. They have really upped their game over last year."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 11 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently great! Love Blue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Consistently great! Love Blue Plate!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely restaurant, great atmosphere
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely restaurant, great atmosphere, great waitstaff. Great experience!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 13 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Third time to this fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Third time to this fantastic place, went with a party of 8 for my wifes birthday and it was as we expected! Service was spot on, food was off the hook, and while the noise level is high, we expected that and everyone enjoyed it. The staff seems genuinely appreciative of your business, and takes pains to thank you for coming. I love this place!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 14 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome little restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awesome little restaurant near Bernal Heights! Try the Kale Salad-Spectacular! Great wine and wonderful service!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 15 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I visited because the owner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I visited because the owner is an old family friend, and my husband and I were visiting San Francisco. The staff were very polite and helpful. The food was great and the menu offered unique things. I was very pleased with our experience."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 16 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
After a great beginning, we
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After a great beginning, we were practically abandoned by our server. She was responsible for my table (for 2) as well as the entire front room of the restaurant. We waited for about 30 minutes before we saw her again. Finally I asked a food runner to bring us our dessert choice. We were there almost 2 hours. It was a Monday evening, and my date and I thought they were understaffed that night after a busy weekend, or that the "B" team was on, giving veteran pros the day off."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food excellent service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Amazing food excellent service."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, special occasion
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Review 18 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The folks at Blue Plate took
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The folks at Blue Plate took great care of us as usual. We had requested seats the bar which you can't actually reserve, because the friend we were taking out for his birthday loves watching the dynamic choreography of the chefs in the small kitchen creating the amazing food. So, we were seated in the beautiful garden to wait for the bar to open up and besides having to slap each other's foreheads a few times to kill mosquitoes, we loved it and enjoyed the water and wine they brought us until they whisked us away to the bar for an absolutely stellar meal - as usual."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
There was virtually no excuse
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There was virtually no excuse for the complete absence of service we experienced here. We had a reservation, we are a polite enough crowd of 4, we weren't throwing food or spitting at the server, we weren't hidden off in some far away corner where one could understand that they were crazy busy so they forgot all about us, and if they had even apologized once or twice we would have been understanding. And yet; 15 minutes to get menus, the first course was not an unreasonable wait, but our entrees arrived a full 45 minutes after our first course was cleared. No one made any attempt at communicating with us on this matter. The food was good, but I can get good food a lot of places in this town."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 20 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and wine, service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food and wine, service was great as well! Will go back!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"REally enjoyed our experience here. Attentive service, great food, cosy little restaurant right in the heart of the Mission. Highly recommend, will be back."
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 22 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cory O. & crew know how to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Cory O. & crew know how to make you feel special on any given night - the food speaks for itself - and while it can be a bit "close quarters" at times, there is many a reason for that - THE FOOD SPEAKS FOR ITSELF.
No joke here; no smoke & mirrors - just hard-working folks pulling out all the stops to make your dining experience a pleasurable one WITHOUT PRETENSE..."
No joke here; no smoke & mirrors - just hard-working folks pulling out all the stops to make your dining experience a pleasurable one WITHOUT PRETENSE..."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always fun sitting at the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always fun sitting at the bar watching everyone cook!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bad reservation service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"They were running an hour late and never called to let us know not to come on time.
Very disappointed!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2000
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Review 25 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Dinner was okay. Waited too
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dinner was okay.
Waited too long before getting acknowledged.
Crostini was soggy and much of the food had excessive amounts of cream.
6/10"
Waited too long before getting acknowledged.
Crostini was soggy and much of the food had excessive amounts of cream.
6/10"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
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Review 26 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Blue Plate is a gem!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place is just good, it's small but that's what is so nice about it. I suggest dining later on Friday and Saturday, you don't feel rushed and it's a nice dinner ambiance. The service is wonderful, if you sit near the door you can see the chefs make the food which is very entertaining and everything is really fresh. If you are looking to come and eat quickly this isn't the place, they make everything once you order and it's delicious. It's nice for date night and the food combinations always make me happy."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 27 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was wonderful. Such
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was wonderful. Such a great fair and ingredients. The chef's are brilliant. Enjoyed every bite. Small space with tables super close together. Pretty noisy."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Its been a while since I dined
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Its been a while since I dined at Blue Plate, but was happy that this time exceeded the last memory I had of the food quality. I had a sirloin that was perfectly cooked, with delicious sides, and the appetizers were all fantastic. The grilled calamari with beans was great, but a little skimpy on the calamari itself. The wine selections were terrific, and they were willing to let us sample two wines in order to decide. Good idea! I would definitely go back again soon."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a great experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a great experience. The food was tasty, the atmosphere was cozy and romantic, and the staff were very, very friendly. I definitely will go there again."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
always good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Blue Plate is always good.
Never had a bad meal here.
Best trained staff, even the cooks on line seem happy to be there.
Nice mixed crowd. Read: at 50 you will not be the oldest person in the place."
Never had a bad meal here.
Best trained staff, even the cooks on line seem happy to be there.
Nice mixed crowd. Read: at 50 you will not be the oldest person in the place."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Once again, Blue Plate was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Once again, Blue Plate was the perfect venue for a group dinner. Everyone enjoyed their meals, the wine was delicious and the service was helpful and unobtrusive. I can't count how many times I've dragged groups of friends here. It's my #1 choice. Thank you, Blue Plate; please don't ever change!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
neighborhood gem but oy the noise!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love this place but the noise level is bad enough to make me want to wear ear plugs next time. the food is a kind of comfort/california cuisine, which I love, but we were forced to shout at each other because the noise level. there's no noise baffles, rugs, or insulation to absorb it, and it's just one of the many sf restaurants that have this problem, but it's esp bad when out w/my 85 y.o. dad, someone else who's hard of hearing, or a group. I so wish there were some easy remedy for this! otherwise, everything was great, as ever. love the fried chix, meatloaf, focaccia--all wicked good. also, the waitress was very accommodating about substituting cabbage for the collard greens."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is inventive and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is inventive and creative and always VERY flavorful and delicious at this fun, eclectic restaurant. Very reasonable prices and wonderful wait staff! Parking is pretty easy—at least at night."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Blue plate is a go to place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Blue plate is a go to place for a romantic dinner, birthday dinner, place to brig friends from out of town. The food is delicious. The service is outstanding."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 35 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hadn't been in many years.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hadn't been in many years. Had an excellent dinner on way to SFO. Perfect choice."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent as usual. The vegetarian
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent as usual. The vegetarian option needs some work."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Not going back.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food: The farro & egg appetizer was absolutely outstanding. Mac n cheese was only OK. The fried chicken was not a hit and the ricotta dumplings were a step above inedible.
Price: Expensive for what you get. $22 for a single piece of fried chicken with two pickled okra and a scoop of grits? I'll spend the extra $2 at the Wayfare Tavern and get half of a 10 piece cut chicken which tastes better.
Service: Our server was friendly and knowledgeable though not very attentive. Took almost 30 minutes just to come get our order.
Ambiance: It was very busy and we were seated by the open kitchen which I usually don't mind, but conversation was impossible."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2008
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Review 38 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Thanks Shannon
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was terrific, especially the squid & gnocchi appetizers, and the steak & petrale sole mains. Used the salty/crispy focaccia to lap up the spicy gnocchi sauce - heaven. Very interesting wine list, the Camins del Priorat 2009 ($42) was delicious. Service was exceptional! Shannon, our graceful/beautiful/funny server, gave excellent guidance and knew the wines perfectly and brought us tastes. Its so nice and unexpected to have service like that. She dealt graciously with one in my party who wanted to leave before everyone else and rudely demanded dessert menus (sorry Shannon, she will be dealt with). We had a nicely paced meal and lingered over dessert and coffee. Overall a wonderful time and a great value."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Blue Plate
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great-- with a little hiccup
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"They need a little help with the scheduling of tables. When we arrived, there were at least 6 parties waiting for tables. Since there is no bar, we all waited outside in the cold or went to the bar down the street. I have been to the restaurant many times-- and have not seen this before. That being said, I might think again before taking my parents there, as asking 70 year olds from LA to wait in the SF cold may be bit much.
On the upside, the food was as outstanding and unique as ever, and the service was superb. I really enjoy the creative menu and freshness of the choices. We had most of the entrees and all were absolutely delicious. My mom, the wine snob, was more than pleased with her glass of Pinot!
I love this place."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Blue Plate
Based on the average of (81) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
8 out of 8 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic