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Restaurant Reviews for Cafe de la Presse

Cafe de la Presse

352 Grant Ave
San Francisco, CA 94108

For centuries, cafes the world over have provided patrons with entertainment that draws on all walks of life. In these gathering places of art, politics, fashion, and everyday events, cafe-goers partake in a unique convergence of eclectic culture and traditional cuisine. Parisian-inspired Cafe de la Presse continues the trend with international literature, classic fare, and the age-old pastime of dining, relaxing, and conversing in a vibrant atmosphere.

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Public Lot
Cross Street: Bush St.

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		3.7 out of 5 (135 Reviews)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem (58)
great for lunch (51)
fit for foodies (49)
great for brunch (46)
romantic (25)
special occasion (24)
good for groups (20)
notable wine list (14)
great for outdoor dining (11)
hot spot (11)
kid-friendly (11)

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Cafe de la Presse Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This is a great spot if you are in the Union Square area for lunch. We thought the food was quite good. I had expected typical French not-so-great cafe service, but we had a lovely young server who did a nice job. It's my favorite place to lunch in the area."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/16/2010

(review submitted 03/18/2010)

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Review 2 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Both food and service have declined over the past few months. Price:quality ratio no longer favorable; e.g. $12 for an asparagus side salad which consisted of 5-6 asparagus, about 1/4 of a heart of romaine and a few pieces of peeled tomato. Also coffee consistently luke warm; hamburger cool and overcooked."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/11/2010

(review submitted 03/13/2010)

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Review 3 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I work in the financial district and come here whenever I want to make lunch special. The food is great -- I'm a big fan of the croque madame -- and the service is attentive without being invasive."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/11/2010

(review submitted 03/13/2010)

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Review 4 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A french twist to the mostly traditional American breakfast fare. Our group ordered a variety of dishes but we all agreed the food was superb. Our waitress was extrememly energetic and friendly. Dining area was light and comfortable. Reasonably crowded but not too noisy. Also great for just a cup of coffee."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/07/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 5 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"We waited quite a while for our server (like over 15 minutes) just to acknowledge we were there. Food was just okay (sort of bland) but a great location (near Union Square) as a weekend brunch destination. Unless you like airline liquor mixtures, don't get the Bloody Mary."

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/07/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 6 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Ask for a table in the back. Very romantic and great food."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 7 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Went to Café de la Presse for some pre-theater dining. Prix fixe was available, but preferred to order from the à la carte menu. This is one of the few French restaurants in the entire city where some (but not all) of the entrées live up to the appetizer and dessert selections. The Boeuf Bourguignon was rather simplistic, but the Filet de Bar (sea bass) was the best sea bass I've ever had in any restaurant. They also have a great dessert menu. I will absolutely eat here again!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/02/2010

(review submitted 03/04/2010)

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Review 8 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"There was only one draw-back: it was stated in the reservation that it was my mom's 91st birthday. We have been to CdlP for years. Nothing was done as a surprise for her. Nothing. In the past there would be a small something with a candle. Her nephew and his wife took us all to brunch. They liked the place, food, atmosphere, etc. but were also surprised that her 91st wasn't even a slight factor of interest.

Where is that personal touch CdlP has been known for in the past?

Thanks,

Ms. d'Holbach"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/28/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 9 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Awesome experience. Fabulous food and ambiance. We will definitely go back!!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 10 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Prompt but unintrusive service, charming atmosphere in the middle of San Francisco, decent Bloody Marys, and decadent chocolate croissants..."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 11 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was great, the whole staff was wonderful and we loved the setting. We will be back!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/25/2010

(review submitted 02/27/2010)

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Review 12 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Service was best I've had there although it's always really nice.
I love the ambience and it's a place you can here yourself thing and conversation is actually possible.

Sometime the salads are underdressed for me--like the nicoise.
And the butter lettuce sometimes gets too mustardy for my taste but all in all I like it and would take business colleagues and friends there."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/24/2010

(review submitted 02/26/2010)

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Review 13 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Nice interior, reminescent of a Parisian cafe. The service was a bit slow and unattentive. Our waiter left us for 20 minutes after explainng the specials sowe had to flag him down to order cocktails--the place was not busy. However, after that, he was attentive, friendly, and professional. I was epxecting a bit more of a fun vibe on Sat. nite--must be the economy."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/22/2010)

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Review 14 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"On a sunny day this is a best out door bite, and on a rainy one, a bowl of French Onion soup and Frise salad is perfect. This is a regular spot for a meal or a bite and even just to sit with an international magazine and wine or cappuccino.. it works for any casual occasion."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 15 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Tasty brunch. Efficient service. Lively scene."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 16 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Cafe de la Presse is a high quality French brasserie in the heart of San Francisco. The food is excellent and the wait staff are very professional. The dining room is beautiful and the Cafe section is very charming. I would happily come here for a special meal, or for a casual coffee date."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 17 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The menu was small, but the food more than made up for the limited selection. Even with the small menus though, I did find a few dishes that I wanted to try. It was very crowded but great eating! I had the croque monsieur and ate every single bite. My lunch companion also had every single bite of his quiche Lorraine. The only downside was that I had to ask for ice with my water, which admittedly, was very much in keeping with the feel of a real French cafe."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 18 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Cafe de la Presse is one of the few places that has been around for a long time that keeps finding ways to get even better. One of the best places for lunch near the Financial District because it's quiet enough that you can actually carry on a conversation. Matchless for special occasions at night."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 19 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The service, food, and drinks were all great! The lamb was just a little gamey (just how I like it) and cooked to perfection. All in all delicious and a really great experience. I will go back. Next time I will go for the Tour de France prix fix menu, as I think it's a great idea and looked fun."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 20 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We have been a number of times, the service is always professional and the food is consistently amazing. We both started with the Salad w/Petite Lardons. He had the duck confit, I had the roasted chicken. Both were just as good as they have been on previous occasions.
It was a very lovely meal. I like that a diner can either have a nice leisurely meal, or a quick in & out. The server will adapt to the pace you want."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 21 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The service was prompt and friendly, but my Caesar salad with grilled chicken was quite mediocre and, at $17, was overpriced."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/09/2010

(review submitted 02/11/2010)

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Review 22 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"6 "over-the-Hill" women ate here and we enjoyed every minute. We were probably the oldest in the restaurant, but we didn't feel it. The cosmopolitan atmosphere is very nice and makes one feel as if one is in France. Waitress great! Food yummy and reasonably priced! And, some of the best French baguettes we've ever had! Merci beaucoup!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 23 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"excellent service. food was delish. great experience."

Special Features: great for brunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/04/2010)

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Review 24 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Wonderful food and great service. Price is moderate for SF."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/13/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 25 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Good French ambiance, but service was slow. Was it because the waiter was having a bad day? Or because it was a table of women? Food very good, standard French bistro."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/13/2010

(review submitted 01/15/2010)

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Review 26 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent establishment, I am returning for breakfast tomorrow."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/11/2010

(review submitted 01/13/2010)

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Review 27 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Second time at la Presse. Brought the family and again, everyone loved the Duck Confit. A wonderful surprise- Portions the same size, but entrees are cheaper during lunch."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/07/2010

(review submitted 01/11/2010)

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Review 28 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Cafe de la Presse, located at one of San Francisco's great crossroads, across the street from the Chinatown Gate, offers satisfying bistro food, a lively ambience and a great street scene from its many windows. Add to those attractions their wonderful selection of French and English periodicals and the fact that they are open on Christmas and New Year's Day. I would have rated the service excellent - most of it was - were it not for the furtive guy who kept grabbing for our plates and succeeded in swiping our bread before my companion had finished more than half his steak frites. He didn't succeed in clearing us from our table, since we'd planned on coffee and dessert. The memory of him might keep us away next time."

Special Features: great for brunch, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 29 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Duck Confit, Duck Confit, DUCK CONFIT! Recommended by the waiter and recommended by me."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 30 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food is great. Service is great too, a bit slow though. We had a 4 course meal on New Year's eve and had to wait 10-15mins between courses. Great place overall."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

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Review 31 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"A wonderful place to enjoy a casual lunch with some good conversation."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/26/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

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Review 32 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great place to eat brunch. Baked goods were very fresh. Egg omelet was very good and
chai latte was ginormous."

Special Features: great for brunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/29/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

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Review 33 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"there is no room for standees at the bar while waiting for a table otherwise the ambiance is just fine, prices seem in line with the quality overall. we will definitely go back for another visit."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/29/2009

(review submitted 12/31/2009)

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Review 34 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I love Cafe de la Presse when I am alone: french onion soup, escargot, and a voka martini with olives then sitting right by the bay window, people watching, journal writing and daydreaming, the word is "perfection". But then I went on Christmas Day with my family for a champagne brunch, things were just "fair". So let's just say I will be back ALONE."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/30/2009)

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Review 35 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I thought the food was really low end considering the prices. It's strange to pay over $100 for a bottle of champagne and then drink it with sub-par food. This is San Francisco and Cafe de la Press needs to re-think quality unless they want to be a tourist only destination."

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/30/2009)

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Review 36 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"We were there for Christmas Dinner. It was a fixed menu which was not available for viewing before the day itself and the people seated next to us said that they were not told it was a fixed menu when they arrived as walk-in diners. My companion and several people next to us had the lobster and scallops (I'm not sure if it was a bisque or stew) - a couple complained that there's was only luke warm, one person had sand and everyone had only two quite small pieces of lobster. None of us would return."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/29/2009)

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Review 37 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"For a special holiday, it is a good idea to get clarification as to what time the special menu begins. We called the restaurant to get a copy of the Christmas menu (which never came), stating that we had reservations at 2:30 p.m. The gentleman who answered the phone didn't tell us that the Christmas dinner menu didn't start until 5:30, even though he knew we were coming earlier. Had we known we would be selecting from the regular lunch/brunch menu, we would have changed our reservation time."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/28/2009)

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Review 38 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"An authentic French brasserie in San Francisco. Might be found in the Left Bank. Great atmosphere, food and service. Both intimate and sociable."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/27/2009)

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Review 39 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Christmas dinner. Food was really excellent (better than just bistro). Service prompt and attentive. People were enjoying themselves. Would go back."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/27/2009)

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Review 40 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Chose it for Xmas. Wanted something special but relaxed. Very pleased!"

Special Features: great for brunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/27/2009)

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Review 41 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"All the dishes had authentically French ingredients/recipes but lacked panache!"

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/26/2009)

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Review 42 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"For anyone who wants old world French, Cafe de la Presse is the perfect spot!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/23/2009

(review submitted 12/25/2009)

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Review 43 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"There were five of us, we ordered a variety of lunch dishes, and everyone enjoyed theirs. The waiter was very helpful in describing what the entrees would actually be like. I'd gladly go again."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/14/2009

(review submitted 12/16/2009)

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Review 44 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Everything was fine and the food was done very well but there weren't too many things that were different and outstanding on the menu. It seems strange to go to a French cafe and see that the most ordered item (judging from the tables around us) was the hamburger! I had the chevre salad which was excellent and also the croque monsieur; I wasn't told that the sandwich came with a salad (nor was that apparent from the menu) so I ended up with two salads!"

Special Features: great for brunch, hot spot

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/13/2009

(review submitted 12/15/2009)

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Review 45 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We loved it. Charming, bustling, great French food. Never-ending ambience: Paris, anyone? It was the holiday season and this place helped make it special."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/11/2009

(review submitted 12/13/2009)

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Review 46 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We love our brunch time at Cafe de la Presse! The brunch was really good and so was the wine. Our waitress was really gracious and friendly and we had a wonderful time. Will be back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
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Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/12/2009

(review submitted 12/13/2009)

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Review 47 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I organized a group of women to have brunch here before looking at the Union Square holiday decorations. It was great because the restaurant was decorated with holiday lights, wreaths and ornaments which put us in the holiday spirit! I had the mushroom quiche with salad and mimosas and they were great! The service was excellent!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/05/2009

(review submitted 12/07/2009)

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Review 48 for Cafe de la Presse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"We went on Thanksgiving so the menu was limited. However of the 3 dishes we tried only one was worth noting - the duck confit. The sea bass was average and their attempt at an American turkey dinner was downright disappointing. Either do it right, or do it french, but don't make it taste like a Swanson's TV dinner. When you are paying $50+/person especially on a special night like Thanksgiving, the quality of the food needs to live up to the price."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/02/2009)

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Based on the average of (87) ratings-only reviews

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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