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BIX
56 Gold St.
San Francisco, CA 94133
An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware. Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture. The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment. All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.
Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Valet
Cross Street: Jackson & Pacific
San Francisco, CA 94133
An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware. Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture. The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment. All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.
Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Valet
Cross Street: Jackson & Pacific
267 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 267 reviews
5 stars
(128)
4 stars
(102)
3 stars
(26)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(149)
- fit for foodies(137)
- romantic(130)
- vibrant bar scene(90)
- neighborhood gem(88)
- hot spot(69)
BIX Reviews List
Review 1 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food and fun martini
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 05/12/2012
2010
Dined on 05/12/2012
2010
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food and fun martini list! We had a group of 8 and we sat at a round table downstairs, it was great. We had to wait a little bit for our reservation, but the manager accommodated us...very nice of them."
Dined on 05/12/2012
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Haven't eaten at Bix in years.
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 05/10/2012
2007
Dined on 05/10/2012
2007
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Haven't eaten at Bix in years. Still excellent. Great wait service and a real treat. Terrific setting and still a draw."
Dined on 05/10/2012
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 3 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved the Foie Gras! will
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 05/02/2012
2010
Dined on 05/02/2012
2010
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the Foie Gras! will definitely miss this dish. And the corn nuts on the ceviche was surprisingly delicious"
Dined on 05/02/2012
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very romantic setting and
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 05/03/2012
2012
Dined on 05/03/2012
2012
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very romantic setting and unique food choices. Definitely got the impression that they were trying to get us to hurry up or spend more money though =(
Overall great experience though. I highly recommend the Mai tais =)"
Dined on 05/03/2012
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 5 for BIX
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Avoid at any cost!!!
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 05/03/2012
2007
Dined on 05/03/2012
2007
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awful, awful, awful!!! Food was ok, but severely overpriced. Service was horrific. The waiter and hostess were condescending, rude, and all around unpleasant. I would rather have my entire body waxed than ever return to this joke of a restaurant. Don't let the website fool you, this place is not romantic! It was a real lowlight to our anniversary weekend."
Dined on 05/03/2012
2007
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Review 6 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bix 04302012
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We started with their crab cake roll for the table. It was delicious!! Then moved on to our baby lettuce salad with fresh strawberries. The amount of dressing was just right, not overdone nor underdressed. The flavor was fresh, organic, refreshing! Then for main entree, I had the braised short ribs with spring vegetables, marble potatoes, bone marrow and toast with mustard. Everthing was delicious! The short ribs and the spring vegetables were flavorful. The short ribs were tender. The bone marrow portion was a bit generous and rich for me, but it paired well with the mustard toast. My friend had the lobster spaghatti. It looked delicious and she confirmed the taste was exquisite as well! Had Warm Chocolate bread pudding, great!"
Dined on 04/30/2012
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my first time at Bix, and I was also alone as I was traveling through the city and heard great things about this place. The food here was excellent, and the service was phenomenal. I ordered 3 appetizers, rather than doing a 3 course as I knew I wouldn't be able to finish it, and the staff was very accomodating, and allowed me to enjoy each dish with sufficient time. The music was a bonus, and it was a lovely evening overall!"
Dined on 04/29/2012
2009
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Review 8 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Everything was perfect. The
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/28/2012
2012
Dined on 04/28/2012
2012
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was perfect. The food was amazing, the staff was great. We probably had the best table in the place. A corner booth with no tables between us and the piano. It was perfect. Only negative part is that we were celebrating a birthday and had to wait almost 30 minutes to be sat...with reservations. I will say that they were very attentive to the matter and gave us a free appetizer as an apology!
Definitely would go back for the lobster spaghetti. Oh my."
Dined on 04/28/2012
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for BIX
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
When does a little noterarity
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/27/2012
2011
Dined on 04/27/2012
2011
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When does a little noterarity and a good location just become a little too taken for granted? Arriving a few minutes late, we ordered from the bar, and waited, and waited attempting eye contact with the bartender who just never re-connected us to drinks he had prepared. We were asked to be seated and reminded the hostess of our drinks, a booth style tucked in the corner and the jazz trio played along nicely. The hostess never returned with the drinks. It became a silly and somewhat cruel joke, the lost drinks. Along came the waiter, who oddly never made eye contact. Oysters, we hope would solve all our despairs. A plate of one dozen arrived that might have been 3 actual oysters. And 9 of someone else's left over shells. Another cruel joke."
Dined on 04/27/2012
2011
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 10 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a great find! The BIX
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/27/2012
2011
Dined on 04/27/2012
2011
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a great find! The BIX was off the beaten path in a very cool old building. I loved that they hand shake martini's at your table. Great starters and meals. We liked the spagetti with lobster and chicken hash."
Dined on 04/27/2012
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 11 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
old fashioned san francisco
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"old fashioned san francisco pricey meal. food was good, even if menu is a bit tired. service nice. they were happy to create a vegetarian plate but there were none on the menu. btw, if you dont like steep stairs, let them know before you book your table."
Dined on 04/24/2012
2005
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Review 12 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service was over the top.
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/17/2012
2006
Dined on 04/17/2012
2006
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was over the top. We had a lot of dietary restrictions and it was made SO easy for us...I really love the service at Bix. Food was delicious."
Dined on 04/17/2012
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 13 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic restaurant. Really
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/21/2012
2012
Dined on 04/21/2012
2012
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Fantastic restaurant. Really special. We were there to celebrate my daughter's birthday and we had a special table and a note to her waiting for us on our table. Worthwhile letting them know ahead of time that it was a special occasion. Food was special. Only complaint is the music started late 8:30 and we didn't know that, our reservation was at 7."
Dined on 04/21/2012
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THis is one of my favorite
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/16/2012
2010
Dined on 04/16/2012
2010
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"THis is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The service and atmosphere are top notch. The bar is fantastic. The food is excellent if maybe not the most exciting. Maybe it's more delicate than I expect given the speakeasy ambience of the place? But as far as quality goes the food is top shelf. Great date night place. Very romantic."
Dined on 04/16/2012
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent booth location for
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/14/2012
2008
Dined on 04/14/2012
2008
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent booth location for wonderful long evening of talking and listening to music. Food excellent - the lobster pasta superb, though a bit rich. A little loud to hear music well. Diners were not paying much attention to excellent jazz combo. Had to wait 15 min after res for table. Server excellent and knowledgable."
Dined on 04/14/2012
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect blood orange margaritas.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfect blood orange margaritas. Spectacular small plates included lamb sliders , salmon tartare, ceviche, and roasted marrow. Tangerine and blood orange sorbets were winners. All this and music too. Wonderful evening out."
Dined on 04/15/2012
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and presentation.
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/11/2012
2009
Dined on 04/11/2012
2009
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food and presentation. somewhat limited menu. Wide range of bar drinks available. Expensive."
Dined on 04/11/2012
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Celebrated my 24th anniversary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Celebrated my 24th anniversary at Bix. Fantastic food and service - everyone made it a very special evening. I highly recommend Bix for any special occasion."
Dined on 04/09/2012
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bix: a little food & a lot of show
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Although the food looks delectable and the menu, tantalizing, both my friend and I found the flavors to be wanting and the portions surprisingly SMALL, although gorgeously presented. The sommelier seemed uncommitted. We came to eat and enjoy ourselves, which we did (for about $280). I like Bix--have been a customer since it opened nearly 20-yrs ago--but the food has gone downhill."
Dined on 03/08/2012
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really interesting menu, really
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really interesting menu, really good food, really good service and a fun atmosphere - if a bit noisy."
Dined on 04/05/2012
2005
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Review 21 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a neat place! My smoked
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/06/2012
2007
Dined on 04/06/2012
2007
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a neat place! My smoked trout dish was delicious!! But the appetizer and bread were not as spectacular, which is why I gave a "very good" rating for the food. The wait staff were all very nice, but did weird reaching things when pouring water and serving the food. I found that very strange considering the atmosphere and the menu."
Dined on 04/06/2012
2007
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Review 22 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We really enjoyed Bix. It
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We really enjoyed Bix. It was our first time.
I had the Lobster spagetti, and my wife had the duck.
Both entrees were very good."
I had the Lobster spagetti, and my wife had the duck.
Both entrees were very good."
Dined on 04/06/2012
2000
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's a classic restaurant
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/06/2012
2008
Dined on 04/06/2012
2008
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It's a classic restaurant and their consistancy for years and years is amazing in the this business. I had not gone there for a couple of years, and was pleased to find the menu is new, but food, service and ambiance is still as I remembered. I will go back soon. I also appreciate it is a resonably quiet place for a business lunch."
Dined on 04/06/2012
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for BIX
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
the wait between appetizers
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/06/2012
2009
Dined on 04/06/2012
2009
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the wait between appetizers and the main course was unbearable."
Dined on 04/06/2012
2009
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Review 25 for BIX
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Had not been to BIX since
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had not been to BIX since we moved to San Francisco, and remember it as a great spot for a cocktail...and that is what I would say now after having been for dinner. Had a 6:30 reservation, asked to be moved to a table upstairs, hostess stressed innumerable times that we must be out and gone by 8, as they had another party at that table then. We got it the message loud and clear.
Food was just okay- I think my husband enjoyed his steak tartare, but the fish entrees were nothing memorable. My husbands second martini was incredibly prompt, so I guess maybe my theory about coming here for cocktails is correct."
Food was just okay- I think my husband enjoyed his steak tartare, but the fish entrees were nothing memorable. My husbands second martini was incredibly prompt, so I guess maybe my theory about coming here for cocktails is correct."
Dined on 04/06/2012
2010
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Review 26 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great ambience...interesting
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/04/2012
2011
Dined on 04/04/2012
2011
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great ambience...interesting layout with the upstairs dining area...good music with singer and piano player (jazz)"
Dined on 04/04/2012
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Dined at BIX on a recent trip
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dined at BIX on a recent trip to San Francisco. We arrived for an early dinner on a Thursday night, so did not take in jaz pianist slated to play from 8:30pm on. Enjoyed the food; service was attentive / friendly; and the ambiance very interesting, given the historical architecture and layout of the dining room (we dined on the mezzanine level). Would recommend dining here."
Dined on 03/22/2012
2007
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Review 28 for BIX
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The cocktails were great and
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/31/2012
2012
Dined on 03/31/2012
2012
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The cocktails were great and the restaurant had an overall romantic speakeasy 40s feel. The food was rather disappointing. The signature chicken hash was like a chicken style fishstick or not so great crabcake. My girlfriend has been wanting to go here for a while and we were both disappointed in the food and having to wave down the server on a Saturday night in such an establishment."
Dined on 03/31/2012
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 29 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good, service seemed
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/30/2012
2007
Dined on 03/30/2012
2007
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good, service seemed a bit rushed. No hurry to go back, our sixth visit. Not really impressed this time around. Preferr Water Bar"
Dined on 03/30/2012
2007
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Review 30 for BIX
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A Bix Underwhelming
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Impressed by the reviews, but disappointed by my visit. The drinks left a lot to be desired, although the bar is touted as being among the best. The food was fine, but utterly unmemorable. In a city full of wonderful restaurants, this is not on my list of ones to see a second time."
Dined on 02/29/2012
2006
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Review 31 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
You can't go home again.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You can't go home again. Too crowded and noisy. Food has lost its luster."
Dined on 03/23/2012
2004
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Review 32 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bix is a San Francisco classic.
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/23/2012
2012
Dined on 03/23/2012
2012
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bix is a San Francisco classic. Always good ambiance. And the food staples are consistently a hit. Perhaps it was because our party size was large (10 of us), but service was mediocre at best. First, the reservation was for 10, but when we got to the table, 9 table settings were placed, and while mistakes happen, the person who seated us appeared annoyed since she was apparently told there were only 9 in our party. Secondly, drink service was poor. Only twice (over 2.5 hours) did anyone come around to fill our water, and only once did our waiter take drink orders. My girlfriend ordered an iced tea, which never came, and it was difficult to find someone to track down. The waiter visibly looked disappointed when we did not buy wine."
Dined on 03/23/2012
2012
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Review 33 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful restaurant with
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/23/2012
2006
Dined on 03/23/2012
2006
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful restaurant with amazing food. Just wish the clientele would dress like they were at a nice restaurant and not a deli. It ruins a nice night out when people are in old jeans and puffy jackets and others have turned it into a family restaurant with many small children."
Dined on 03/23/2012
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ever since my first visit
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/23/2012
2009
Dined on 03/23/2012
2009
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ever since my first visit -- brought by a close friend for my birthday years ago -- I return to BIX for special occasions. I'm never disappointed."
Dined on 03/23/2012
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun Place - Tricky to Find
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/23/2012
2012
Dined on 03/23/2012
2012
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was interesting and tasty. Lunch menu was a bit small, but adequate. Service was outstanding. The ambiance was retro and fun. Gold "street" is an alley, with no street sign. Keep your eyes peeled so you don't pass it up."
Dined on 03/23/2012
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 36 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Through a black door in a
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/23/2012
2004
Dined on 03/23/2012
2004
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Through a black door in a windowless brick wall in an unprepossessing alley in the Jackson Square historic discrict, you step into one of San Francisco's gems -- two stories high with silvered Greek revival columns, polished mahogany, snowy linens, soft lighting, gigantic jazz age mural behind the bar... Time for a traditional (or not so) cocktail and a just-right meal. On my recent vist for lunch (which is only served on Fridays), service was competent, timely and unobtrusive, and my Cobb Salad was an excellent rendition of this classic."
Dined on 03/23/2012
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 37 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best meals I've
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/22/2012
2010
Dined on 03/22/2012
2010
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best meals I've had in years, simply put. It was great for a group dinner with clients or a romantic dinner with your spouse. I'll definitely return!"
Dined on 03/22/2012
2010
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 38 for BIX
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Too noisy to hear the music.
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/21/2012
2012
Dined on 03/21/2012
2012
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Too noisy to hear the music. Food was overpriced. Ambiance was nice."
Dined on 03/21/2012
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 39 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Special place to dine. Limited
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/20/2012
2008
Dined on 03/20/2012
2008
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Special place to dine. Limited entree menu. Great appetizers."
Dined on 03/20/2012
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Love the place but our server
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/15/2012
2005
Dined on 03/15/2012
2005
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Love the place but our server was either overworked or just in a hurry. Would expect much better service at Bix."
Dined on 03/15/2012
2005
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Review 41 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great service
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/17/2012
2012
Dined on 03/17/2012
2012
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, great service and great experience all around!"
Dined on 03/17/2012
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
To loud and hard to hear others
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/17/2012
2009
Dined on 03/17/2012
2009
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"To loud and hard to hear others at your table.... won't return. I would of thought they would of seated us at a more romantic table. We had told them it was our Anniversary!!"
Dined on 03/17/2012
2009
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Review 43 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Maybe an off night but service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Maybe an off night but service was slow."
Dined on 03/16/2012
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 44 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best meals we had
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the best meals we had during our week long stay in the San Francisco area. Highly recommended. Great atmosphere."
Dined on 03/08/2012
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 45 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Such a shame.
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/10/2012
2012
Dined on 03/10/2012
2012
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food at BIx is excellent. Each dish was made to perfection, delicious. Food presentation, amazing. Love the ambalance of the resturant. Sadly, the same can not be said about the staff. The gentleman that took our coats was very gracious. Unfortuinely, friendly service stopped with him. If you are a "Foodie," and only interested in presentation and delicious food, BIX would be an excellant choice. I would not recomend going for a special occasion, group event, or over-all dining experience. From bar to table, the staff was cold, and made us feel unwelcomed. Very uncomfortable. Instead of guest, we felt like intruders. With so many choices, in such a beautiful, friendly city, we will not be recomending or returning to BIX."
Dined on 03/10/2012
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 46 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
While the food is wonderful,
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/10/2012
2010
Dined on 03/10/2012
2010
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While the food is wonderful, the best dishes come from the 'for the table' menu. The main courses are good, but nothing particularly out of the ordinary. Live jazz trio played when we were there on Saturday night. The only problem we had was that the table we were intended to sit at was a great location, so the party before us took their time. We had a reservation but ended up waiting 40 minutes past our reservation time. The manager was very kind and had some appetizers brought immediately when we sat down. To me this shows how great the atmosphere is, and how exceptional the service is. My favorite menu items are the potato pillows, the crab with brioche, sweet onion and truffled cheese croques, and the steak tartare. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 03/10/2012
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best restaurants
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 03/10/2012
2009
Dined on 03/10/2012
2009
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the best restaurants in SF"
Dined on 03/10/2012
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for BIX
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Glitzy venue
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Entering Bix is like walking back into the Casablanca world. The jazz was fun and the decor was sparkling. The special cocktails add to the glamour. The food however is not the main theme. Our meals were just fine but not exceptional. I had a tartare night beginning with the salmon tartare. It was parceled onto four cracker squares and a bit greasy. The beef tartare was prepared table side with great flair and was much better, fresher tasting and could be added to crusty bread or not. My husband had the lobster pasta dish which was good but not great. At times the noise of the restaurant drowned out the charming vocalist."
Dined on 03/07/2012
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 49 for BIX
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
super romantic, fun, great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"super romantic, fun, great food and wonderful time!"
Dined on 03/05/2012
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 50 for BIX
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice, Even on a Loud Night
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This particular Friday evening the bar was four-deep at 7 PM and the noise level was "shout to your partner" loud. The hostess said that a large group came in for drinks unexpectedly, but she and the wait staff soldiered on with poise regardless. Our table at the second level at least got our party of three friends away from the crush of people, and as we enjoyed a leisurely discussion over dinner it gradually became easier to have a conversation. Food and service all quite good. Love the atmosphere. I would return and hope for a little less distraction from the bar area."
Dined on 03/02/2012
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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