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Per Diem
Per Diem’s menu is centered on the use of fresh ingredients and inventive flavor combinations paired with classic cooking techniques. Starters such as the Burrata on a Grilled Crostone with Marshall’s Farm Honey and Toasted Nuts or a San Francisco original, Cioppino with Mussels, Scallops, Prawns, Crab and Calamari make for a quick, light bite. Enjoy one of many delectable sandwiches such as the Oyster Po Boy with Cornmeal Fried Local Oysters, Baby Romaine, Pickled Veggies and Remoulade on a Soudough Roll or the Ham and Brie with Dressed Organic Greens on a Sourough with a Persimmon Chutney. Try Per Diem’s mouthwatering Pizzettas: Margherita with Burratta, Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil or Pear and Prochuito with Blue Cheese. Entrée dishes such as the Truffle and Tomato Brisket with Bloomsdale Spinach and House Made Ricotta Lasagnettas and the Confit Maple Farms Duck Leg over Blue Cheese Tortellini with a Pomegranate Fume offer patrons a well-portioned evening meal.
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185 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 185 reviews
5 stars
(46)
4 stars
(88)
3 stars
(40)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for lunch(77)
- fit for foodies(64)
- neighborhood gem(53)
- good for groups(38)
- hot spot(33)
- vibrant bar scene(29)
Per Diem Reviews List
Review 1 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Per Diem is defintely a favorite of mine and reliable any time. The ideas for their food are always fresh and scrumptious, especially the Per Diem Salad or their Dungeness Crab Melt Sandwich. Their staff is top notch. In addition to my spending time there, I send many people for lunch, dinner and have had multiple events upstairs. Everything was impeccable."
Dined on 6/07/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great lunch per usual
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had an excellent lunch again at per diem. A great location for a business lunch downtown. The bucatini was excellent and service was good as it has been since a few hiccups when the restaurant first opened."
Dined on 6/10/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Maitre d'
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One major problem with Per Diem is that there is only one person working the front desk. Because most of the tables are upstairs that person has to check people in, then escort them upstairs, leaving reception open. The process takes forever and long lines develop. Its really very annoying. the service is otherwise very good."
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 4 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was good but the service was a little slow. We were served the antipasto fairly quickly but it was quite some time before our dinners were served."
Dined on 6/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene
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Review 5 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, eclectic decor
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bustling bar downstairs with quiet dining area upstairs. Unique decor that's interesting and comfortable. Service was prompt, food was hot and tasty. Nice find in SF."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Guaranteed great time! Great food and killer service!"
Dined on 2/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was perfect, as always."
Dined on 2/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 8 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Best Pasta in Town
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been here three times. Two times in the last week. I enjoyed the parpardelle so much I came back with a different group to try different dishes. Pizza was fantastic. Will be back to try more."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good FiDi Restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my 2nd time at Per Diem and the 2nd time I was happy. The food, service, and ambience were all very good. The only detractor was a server whose first language was not English. He brought a salad that my dining partner and I were to share, but he did not bring serving utensils. He was a bit confused, but finally came through.
The green tomato salad is outstanding and Mary''s chicken is good. My dining partner had a pasta dish with shrimp and other goodies which she declared quite excellent.
We also liked that our martinis came with little appetizers of a black olive compote on crusty bread. We did, however, miss the olives in our drinks."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 10 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, but wish there were more vegetarian options."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 11 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for Groups
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic food, and great upstairs space for large groups"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 12 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Seated on Time
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My last three times at Per Diem, I have had reservations and it took a minimum of 20 minutes to be seated while my party milled around at the front door. This time, however we were seated immediately for my 12:30 Friday lunch reservation. FANTASTIC improvement in management of the tables which had been lacking before. Same host, but doing much better job.
The food is consistent, fresh and well crafted, but the limited menu needs some change outs, additions or more specials."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They have not changed menu since the day the opened. Lunch was quite empty for a Wednesday.
Mary's Chicken was dried and salty, potatoes and asparagus were cheap quality. Service was very good since they were not busy."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 14 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed our dinner. Wait
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed our dinner. Wait staff especially fine-helpful and solicitous. Ate lightly so we didn't try too many things. The salad was terrific and plentiful."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good lunch spot in FiDi.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good lunch spot in FiDi. Busy place so make reservations early. Crab sandwich very tasty and filling with accompanying salad. Bucatini w/ ragu tasted like it took hours for sauce. Portions are good, prices reasonable and ambiance interesting with dark wood interiors. Only knock was took longer than expected for our entrees (later tables received their's b/4 ours). Nice surprise considering its plain exterior retail appearance."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were seated upstairs for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were seated upstairs for lunch, which to me is a much less attractive space. The hostess attempted to seat us next to the service door, even though there were many empty and better tables. She granted my request for a different table politely and with a smile.
Our meals were uninspired. We came away not unhappy, but the whole experience left us wondering if we would ever return. I wouldn't recommend this place for lunch."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2005
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Review 17 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Ecletic atmosphere...decent
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ecletic atmosphere...decent food..good for inexpensive business lunch...."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
3 of us went on a Saturday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"3 of us went on a Saturday Night and it was very low key. We had a great meal and were able to talk and hear ourselves!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
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Review 19 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect business lunch venue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfect business lunch venue in a neighborhood surprisingly lacking business lunch options."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a gem!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a highlight of my business trip to San Francisco. The food was fantastic - everything from the appetizers to the main entree to the dessert was exceptional!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Per Diem was a great little spot for me to take my mother when she came into the city to visit me at work. Nice ambiance, interesting decor, with a business yet fun feel to the lunch hour.The host was very friendly and welcomed us warmly upon arriving 10 min early for our reservation. Unfortunately, the waitress was extremely aloof and it was very distracting. She happened to take the wine menu away without asking if we wanted a beverage, eventually took our order and the food came quickly. The food was delicious although our order was incorrect, but I was not willing to take the time to change it. The crab melt and crab louie salad were quite tasty and the iced tea was fresh and unsweetened. I will be back to try out dinner and happy hour."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
CoWorkers and I have had several
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"CoWorkers and I have had several great visits for lunch and after work drinks. Reservations easy to get one week out and even less. Reservations honored without delay. Noise level is mid to low allowing for pleasant conversation."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Met with a colleague for a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Met with a colleague for a quick business lunch to catch up on things. We were promptly seated and taken care of by our waiter. I found the chicken Caesar salad portion a bit small for the price, but the light dressing was a plus."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2006
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 24 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The decor at Per Diem is a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The decor at Per Diem is a modern, tongue-in-cheek take on a private club. Very cozy and comfortable with lots of interesting touches. The pappardelle, recommended by our server, was the stand-out dish."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2001
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great lunch visit. I enjoyed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great lunch visit. I enjoyed everything and will go back."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I love the ambience and style
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love the ambience and style of the place, very charming and a great place to take clients. I've been a few times and this was my first time to sit upstairs."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best food experiences
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best food experiences I've had in awhile - every dish that came out was better than the last. Awesome wine, as well."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I was looking forward to meeting
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was looking forward to meeting a friend here for lunch on a Wednesday during work. When we walked in it was very beautiful and well decorated, I thought it had a very nice ambiance. Unfortunately, from the very beginning, the service began to slide. My main problem was that they were neither attentive nor knowledgeable about the menu. We both ordered salads and it took far longer than expected, the entire lunch ended up being 1 hr 40 minutes, without much lag time on deciding what to order. I had not factored a 2 hour lunch into my day and being in the financial district I imagine a lot of other working professionals don't either. The food, when it did arrive, was nothing memorable."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent place for a business
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Decent place for a business lunch in the FIDI. Good quality meals but nothing spectacular."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 30 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best business lunch ever!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There's been a change in chefs and the food is immeasurably better. Service is quick, unobtrusive and appreciated. My friend and I had salmon well done, which is always like playing the slots; one never knows what will happen because most chefs wants to serve it his/her way. It came the way we ordered it, not as if we ordered sushi! The burrata appetitizer was savory, sweet, salty and crunchy with bettered crostini. My lunch partner almost speared me to get to the last bite. Dessert was chocolate enough to satisfy any chocoholic but with enough vanilla to allow others to enjoy a bite. Although I use it for business lunches, I was made to feel at home with great service and and excellent food. What a great lunch!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 31 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Limited
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Menu is a quite limited and the pappardelle the waitress said was terrific was lousy. Spicy and that's about all there was to it. Nice atmosphere - that's about all."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2003
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Review 32 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just a wonderful find. Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Just a wonderful find. Food was terrific and our server very knowledgable about the menu and the wine list. We will definitely return."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
mary's chicken was outstanding,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"mary's chicken was outstanding, moist and juicy. Mussels were divine. Potatoe pizza was unusual and delish. cesar chicken salad - lovey fresh greens but the chicken was thin and bit dry. refreshing arnold palmer brought separately to the table then poured and mixed at the table. had to ask for bread to sop up the mussel broth. Overall - excellent, will definitely return."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very tasty bucatini/pork dish
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very tasty bucatini/pork dish but way too salty."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2003
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 35 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was beautifully prepared, our server knew all the details of the specials and was kind enough to ask the Chef for specifics since I am pregnant. The decor of Per Diem is also worth a visit alone - I found myself just looking around at all the details."
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 36 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Review 37 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a wonderful place! perfect in every way!"
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Review 38 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Parking was difficult. Food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Parking was difficult. Food was so so at best."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
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Review 39 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
IT has a very business-dinner
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"IT has a very business-dinner feel to it, perhaps that's what the name is going for."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
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Review 40 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good, the service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was good, the service was okay. It took awhile for our food to get to the table. Be sure to ask for their bread, it'sexcellent!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2008
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Review 41 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Unless you spend a fortune,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Unless you spend a fortune, the wine list was pretty bad - including the wine originally suggested by the sommelier, which we rejected. Service was very slow and not attentive. Table did not have basic salt & pepper, nor were those offered when salads arrived - and the staff wasn't around for us to request them. Several of our party of 6 thought the food was okay, but several of us were extremely disappointed. The beet salad had an oily, flavorless dressing and soggy crostinis. This same group ate there early in the week back in June 2012 and had a much better experience. Guess things have gone downhill."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2010
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Review 42 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Awesome food, okay service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu was ecclectic and great for sharing. We really enjoyed the PEI Mussels - expertly steamed and seasoned. The service was erratic and the waitstaff seemed frazzled."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 43 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good food, solid place to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"good food, solid place to have a nice dinner with friends"
Dined on 02/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 44 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The service was outstanding
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was outstanding and the food was very tasty. Just be carefull of the Ceasar'ssalad as it is a bit salty"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very enjoyable mid-high end
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very enjoyable mid-high end lunch at a reasonable price. Interesting menu, friendly service. And you can have a conversation with your colleague."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 46 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I think it's better for apps
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I think it's better for apps and drinks. Food was hit or miss and service was pretty bad."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2006
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Review 47 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went here on Valentines
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went here on Valentines Day. So there was a prix fixed menu. The food was delicious and we did the wine pairings which were great. Our waitress was also wonderful."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Per Diem
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was fairly close to Union
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was fairly close to Union Square where we were staying right on the edge of the financial district. It's a cozy place with decent atmosphere and decent food. Service was great. I'd go back."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2002
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Per Diem
Based on the average of (137) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
22 out of 25 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic