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Chez Papa Bistrot
Chez Papa features authentic French Provencal Cuisine in a casual bistrot setting. We are open for lunch Monday to Saturday and for dinner everyday!!!
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165 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 165 reviews
5 stars
(48)
4 stars
(92)
3 stars
(17)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(113)
- fit for foodies(93)
- romantic(43)
- special occasion(38)
- notable wine list(34)
- great for lunch(33)
Chez Papa Bistrot Reviews List
Review 1 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of our favorites. The food is always good, the wine list appropriate, and the location is great"
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good food and top notch service!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Came for dinner on Monday night,me and my wife love chez papa,the food is always good and the service to my opinion is one of the best in the city,French authentic waiter ,funny and yet professional and efficient.Thanks again to our waiter Joan for his great recommendations on food and wine.We will be back soon.."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We arrived early at the restaurant (5pm) and found out that the service starts at 5:30pm. Fortunately, the waiter told us we could have a seat and have something to drink if we wanted. We were in the mood for a bottle of Bordeaux and the waiter suggested a Margau which was great.
We started with a vegetable soup followed by mussels basquaise which was recommend by our waiter. Great appetizers.
We then decided to have the steak and the short ribs. The steak was not as tender as expected and my partner's short ribs were really dry. The desserts were good and we received a complimentary glass of sweet wine which paired really well with it.
Overall the food was just ok but the service made up for the whole experience."
We started with a vegetable soup followed by mussels basquaise which was recommend by our waiter. Great appetizers.
We then decided to have the steak and the short ribs. The steak was not as tender as expected and my partner's short ribs were really dry. The desserts were good and we received a complimentary glass of sweet wine which paired really well with it.
Overall the food was just ok but the service made up for the whole experience."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My Experience at Chez Papa
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Last weekend was my second visit to Chez Papa, both were wonderful. My girlfriend and I first dined at the restaurant for her birthday and had a great experience. The mussels were extremely tender and very tasty. The Lamb was the best I have ever had! We decided to visit Chez Papa for the romantic atmosphere and to taste the fabulous lamb again. We plan to be regular patrons of this fine restaurant. I highly recommend Chez Papa to all of my friends."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bravo!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was skillfully prepared, and artful in presentation. Gaston is warm and welcoming, has mischievous eyes and wide grin, and definitely knows the menu...he made for a soirée très merveilleuse!"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Chez Papa is one of the BEST !!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always enjoy this great bistro! The food is imaginative and truly yummy! Took a "foodie" New Yorker there recently and she claimed it some of the best food she'd had in San Francisco!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
cpb review
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was excellent except noise level made conversation very challenge."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Me and my wife went to chez papa last Tuesday night for dinner,we love that cozy French bistros that remind us our trip to Paris.Unfortunetely the food didn't quite meet our expectations,we were first disappointed to find out that they no longer serve their delicious rack of lamb with ratatouille, our waiter did recommend us the beef short ribs and oh boy he was right..A must to have! We also tried the asparagus salad again ,it was good but could have used more cheese on it (it says tome de savoie on the menu,but wasn't that night..maybe ran out..?) The burrata salad not so fan to complex in flavors...The lamb daube was delicious as usual! Thanks to our waiter for the great recommendation on that bottle of cote du Rhone and friendly service"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very Good Food and Deafening Noise
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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was very good and service efficient and pleasant However, the noise level was deafening to the point that conversation was nearly impossible and dining experience essentially non-existent. It was simply a fill up with good quality fuel, definitely not a special occasion spot."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chez Papa: ALWAYS GREAT! THIS IS TRADITIONAL FRENCH FOOD. DON'T COME IF YOU ARE ON A DIET :)"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wanted to treat my family to unique dining experience from the usual chinese/asian dinner. Chez Papa hit the spot with the flavorful sauces, tender meats, and succulent mussels. Water and bread consistently refilled. The wine recommendation on the chalk board was very good value for $30! Overall the fantastic dining experience. We thoroughly enjoyed all the dish offerings here and will be sure to return!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Oui Chez Papa
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This has always been one of my favorite neighborhood gems since it first opened when I moved to the Dog Patch community. I regret that I have not been here as much as I would like to but it was great to know that it's just as good as it always was if not even better. I visited Chez Papa with a dear friend from Paris. She loved the meal of mussels and fries and showed me how to eat it the french way. If she enjoyed her meal -- it's gotta be good. Oh, the creme brulee was excellent too."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 13 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great French Bistro
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious food—fresh ingredients very well prepared!"
Dined on 3/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 14 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good Food. Good Service. Will highly recommend."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 15 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lots of variety and great skill, with attention to presentation. Life fills the restaurant from the creative energy the staff puts into the preparation. These folks enjoy their profession and it shows in the results. A great example that a restaurant can be less formal but still top notch.
Went back a second time to see if the first time was a fluke. No fluke--it's still great."
Dined on 3/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 16 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
friendly service and good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"friendly service and good food. Very pleasant."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
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Review 17 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
From the moment you step onto
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the moment you step onto the corner, you are in Paris - without the attitude. Serious, yet smiling, waiters who know the food and aim to please. Perfectly paced and deliciously prepared."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This really is a fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This really is a fantastic resto. I've heard that it's gone up and down wrt to quality but they seem to be on an upswing now! Very good."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful food and vibrant atmo
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Try the mussels and the fries! The wine list is great and the entres are delicious. The service is also top notch for such a busy place."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 20 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We came here on monday night
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We came here on monday night with my wife,our friends who lives on potrero hill recommended us chez papa so we decided to come check it out.Really cute bistrot with zinc tables and red chairs ( my wife felt in love with those red chairs..).Overall we had a great experience even though the food did not meet quite our expectations....Service was great,attentive and yet friendly,thanks again to our waiter for recommending such great bottle of wine,have not had that quality of service in a long time!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 21 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent neighborhood bistro.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent neighborhood bistro. Loved the food and the atmosphere. My only regret is that it is 3000 miles from my neighborhood."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Energetic neighborhood spot,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Energetic neighborhood spot, crowded-in-a-good-way, great food, excellent and friendly service, terrific view of downtown from the front door. Definitely a must-try."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ham and cheese and the burger
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ham and cheese and the burger were both delicious and we got the fried egg on both. The butter leaf salad was also really tasty with the goat cheese."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Everything was wonderful except
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was wonderful except for the noise level which was pretty high."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 25 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Paris in SF
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"It is always a great pleasure to dine at Chez Papa, because of the consistent quality of food and the gracious, wonderful staff. My favorite mussels Moules Mariniere are my "go to" dish. My husband loved the Salade Nicoise with the sardine toasts. Mandatory are the Allumettes frites, which are always hot and superb. But don't forget the incomparable side dish of Canneloni beans in olive oil and mixed herbs. We both tried the escargot with Pernod and they were fab. The Rose Provencial was flavorful. With this intoxicating food, we could have been in Paris or the Cote d'Azure!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great neighborhood gem. Top
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great neighborhood gem. Top notch service. Special rhubarb dessert."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2001
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
bit pricey...even by french
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"bit pricey...even by french resto standards...with those prices can hardly be considered a bistro..."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 28 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
been many times. This was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"been many times. This was one of the best for food."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Uninspiring. No draw to go
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Uninspiring. No draw to go back."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
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Review 30 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
excellent food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"excellent food and service. The noise level is way too high."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food, wine and service perfect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For a small menu, there is abundant variety of flavors. We shared three small plates (beef tartare, grilled local sardine, and mussels in white wine with pommes frites), and one entree (lamb daube). The food was uniformly well composed, skillfully prepared and quite delicious! Really nice, well chosen wine list presented some good pairings with the food. Very attentive, but not intrusive service with no gaps between courses. Oh, and the raspberry macaroon is to die for! Powerful fresh raspberry flavor ... crispy exterior, pillowy soft interior. The view from the hilltop is a nice bonus too!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 32 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always, a neighborhood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, a neighborhood favorite when I am back in my old 'hood! Celebrated my Dad's birthday and they decorated the dessert with a candle for him. Glasses of dessert wine on the house made it even more special. I live in NYC now and miss my special Chez Papa!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Great Food; Indifferent Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I live on Potrero Hill and have dined several times at Chez Papa, but the last two times I've had dinner there ( the last being just this last Monday March 11) I was just aghast at the level of service and so embarrassed to have brought friends there. ( Yes I made reservations) It took at least 10-15 minutes to even get a waiter to take our drink or dinner order. The wine came--and the waiter literally reached across my face to pour the bottle...our dinners arrived and plates were slammed down like a mess hall. The wait staff seemed stressed and angry. It's too bad because the food is always good-- that's what keeps them coming back."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2004
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Review 34 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent. Celebrated
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent. Celebrated my wife's birthday and she enjoyed it very much. Would love to come again and try other items on their menu."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 35 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Chez Papa
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good spot for lunch on Portreor Hill and Dog Patch! Both the Mussels and Ham & Cheese Sandwich were lovely. Hit the spot!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2012
Special Features: scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yum, we always go back to Chez Papa
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Chez Papa never disappoints...it's on our list of "much go there!" places in SF, and we do enjoy a wonderful dinner there every time...and everything on the dinner menu is even more delish since the new chef took over sometime late fall 2012. Kudos to the CP team!
Now, maybe just a little attention to the dessert menu wouldn't hurt -- more variety -- but otherwise all is topnotch!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Creative variety and lots
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Creative variety and lots of options without ever feeling common. Oh--have fries with that."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 38 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great little spot. My butter
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great little spot. My butter lettuce salad came with less components than I thought given the description, but all of the other food was above expectations. The creme brulee was out of this world good. I will dream about the creme brulee for years to come.If you're sound averse, I wouldn't come here for dinner, though. I guess because it's a small place it got very loud when we dined on a Wednesday night, and there wasn't music playing. On the other hand, I came once for lunch and it wasn't nearly as loud..."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 39 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Romance, Food, Atmosphere!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I took my wife to Chez Papa for Valentine's Day. The dining room is fairly small (maybe 20 tables), and it was busy but we got a table right away, just before our reservation time. We found street parking just up the hill. They were only serving a pre-fixe three course menu that night, and the price was twice as much as their daily pre-fixe, which I thought was a bit steep. It was a special occasion, though, so I didn't let it spoil the night. It took quite a while for the waiter to take our order, but once he did, the food came relatively quickly and successive courses came promptly. Food was delicious and beautiful. We brought our own wine."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 40 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Usually excellent, this time mixed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Chez Papa is one of our favorites, and we've been there a number of times. Usually the food is consistently excellent. This last time the chef must have had a bad night. On the appetizers, the mussels were, as usual, outstanding. However the Kobe beef tartar had an excess of ketchup (ketchup???) and we could not eat it. On the main, the cod was again excellent, but the duck breast was very tough and stringy, and barely edible, though the tastes were good. The deserts and wine were wonderful."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic
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Review 41 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Casoullet was great. Black
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Casoullet was great. Black cod had a sweet sauce and I don't like sweet sauces on fish. Pinot noir wine was very nice. Service was very good."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 42 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great escargot and mussels.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great escargot and mussels. The bread was not warm, but also very good. Service was good, albeit a tad slow. Parking in the neighborhood is not great, but definitely worth another visit or 3."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 43 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This most recent meal at Chez
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This most recent meal at Chez Papa was a disappointment. Vegetable soup was pallid. Black cod was mushy and the accompaniments to this main course were too sweet."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2007
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Review 44 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love this restaurant and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love this restaurant and the food is never a disappointment, always delicious and creatively French! The only negative
Is that is a little noisy. Truly a neighborhood gem!"
Is that is a little noisy. Truly a neighborhood gem!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 45 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The noise was defening if
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The noise was defening if seated inside. Fortunately we were able to relocate to one of the outside tables. Food and service were great and the prices reasonable."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2007
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Review 46 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My boyfriend and I went here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My boyfriend and I went here for here for our anniversary and it was a wonderful experience. He had the salad and steak. We shared the mussels with garlic and I had the lamb. Everything was delicious and they didn't rush us. The restaurant was very busy for a Wednesday night. They actually only sat people who had reservations so I would definitely advise people to do that. Great service. Great food. Will go again"
Dined on 01/30/2013
2010
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Prix Fixe menu for lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Prix Fixe menu for lunch was a pleasant surprise. Enjoyed every bite. Very generous with the bread."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 48 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious neighborhood French food.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was superb! Creatively presented and reasonably priced for a French bistro in the city. I enjoyed the 3-course prix-fixe dinner for $37 that began with a Lyonnaise salad with a poached egg. That refeshing dish was followed by lamb & root veggies in a tasty red wine sauce. The lamb was cooked perfectly and melted in my mouth! For the dessert course, I shared the chocolate fondant with my husband, who had previously enjoyed his soup and cassoulet. His entree included chicken and sasauge, both very tender. The service was great. What a gem to find such a tasty neighborhood restaurant just off of I-280 and only a 10 minute drive to the Orpheum Theater. We now know where to dine before a show! Merci!"
Dined on 01/10/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 49 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It's a good neighborhood restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's a good neighborhood restaurant. Their prix fixe menu just went up in price. I don't think it's worth it anymore before the deserts at Chez Papa are only so so. You will be better off ordering full size portions instead of the prix fixe menu."
Dined on 01/06/2013
2004
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Review 50 for Chez Papa Bistrot
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a wonderful time, great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a wonderful time, great food value on the dine about town lunch!!"
Dined on 01/21/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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