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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall2food2service4ambience4

   The food was delicious but there was so little of it. $38 for about 2 oz of lamb and I am not kidding. I had the black cod and there was about 6 oz of fish, but there were 2 fingerling potatoes and about 6 peas on my plate. I will not go back. I feel we weee cheered out of a meal. We had to go get more food because we were hungry when we left.

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   chloes

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 20, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Absolutely love this spot! Every time we go I have to get the gnocchi, its super light yet filling at the same time. The service is great & they always give an honest & detailed run through of their menu. Its definitely a smaller intimate hidden gem, a must when in the Pacific Heights area!

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3. CW

   CynthiaW

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 27, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   What a lovely experience. We were in the city for a show at the Fillmore and based on other reviews decided to have dinner here beforehand. Boy am I glad we did. If this was my neighborhood I would eat here all the time. I had the gnocchi and am still dreaming of the pillowy, creamy texture and amazing cheesy flavor. Good heavens. We also had the asparagus appetizer which was just enough and super tasty—a perfect combination of salty, crisp and creamy with the bright green flavor balancing the richness of the burrata. I will be dreaming of this meal for a while. Also the space is lovely. I felt like we were dinner guests in an inviting home.

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4. MR

   MarkR

   San Francisco

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on May 23, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We had vegetarian friends in from out of town so we chose here because of the menu choices. All the dinners were top notch especially the short ribs and the fish. The deserts were also great especially the mint ice cream made from fresh mint.

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5. JC

   JaniceC

   San Francisco

   6 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on May 22, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Such a thoughtful menu, right up to the desserts. Diners are also some of the most nicely-dressed in the city!

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6. MH

   MonaH

   San Francisco

   16 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on May 16, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Once again a fabulous meal at Gardenias. The short ribs are melt in your mouth divine, and fish entrées are always superb. What really makes Gardenias stand out is the over the top creativity of their farm to table vegetable accompaniments with entrees, and the salad and veggie starters. Too many to list, so I'll just note my most recent starter of roasted young carrots, sweet potatoes and beets served over a luscious thick tahini sauce and topped with a carrot top pesto. Yum!!

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 15, 2022

   overall4food4service3ambience4

   This was our first time dining at Gardenias. It was a good experience all around. They have a decent wine selection and we bought one of the least expensive wines which turned out to be a great choice! Their short rips and pork tenderloin were on point. The white bean, pistachio, and olive tapenade was delightful. We had the appetizer, prosciutto wrapped asparagus paired with burrata and golden raisins. It was okay but didn’t make sense. Could have used crostinis or even croutons. It was a great little neighborhood spot we’ve been wanting to try and we will certainly return.

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   simonian

   San Francisco

   45 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   45 reviews

   Dined on May 15, 2022

   overall3food3service3ambience4

   Second time visiting this cute neighborhood restaurant - food was a bit uninspired so we were disappointed. I love the space but with both front and back doors open, you do get a bit of a wind tunnel effect - it was cold! I get it that this is likely for Covid safety. Just be warned, you will be cold and your food will get cold rapidly. Scallop crudo was just ok - the combination of chile oil and other toppings didn't really add much. Salad with strawberries was good, but this being peak strawberry season, we were sad to see hard, not very sweet berries in the mix. Gnocchi was described by server as pan browned when in fact they were absolutely not browned at all and a bit flabby. Desserts were ok - not great. Overall, I'd say if I lived in the neighborhood, I might give it another chance, but since I don't, I'll pass.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Central Coast

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 15, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   Limited menu, so review ahead of time. Tight quarters if worried about COVID. Would have liked faster service. Felt like kept looking for server. Food delicious. You pay for bread.

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    MonaH

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding as always! Gardenias is one of my favorite restaurants in San Francisco, and a true foodie's delight.

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11. CP

    CaptainPhillips

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    we had a great time right before a concert at the Fillmore

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12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Such incredibly delicious seasonal food in a beautiful setting!!! I’ll be back again and again!!

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13. MG

    MargaretG

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fabulous food and excellent service. A little gem of a restaurant!

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    JJESS

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It’s been a few years since we last were there, but the food is outstanding and the service was attentive.

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    KarinM

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    EXCELLENT EXCELLENT Restaurant! One of my favorites! I had the braised ribs with polenta and broccoli which was phenomenal followed with an absolutely delectable pear tart this time. Highly recommend..

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    sfleah

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Had a fabulous meal! The carrot appetizer, the leek soup and the swordfish entre were delicious with fresh ingredients. The meringue dessert was the perfect way to end the meal. YUMM!

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    Spanky

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Sublime and intimate dining experience.

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    Metalmark

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    The entire environment, food, service and ambiance was positively lovely. Highly recommended quiet, local bistro style. MB

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19. DP

    DennisP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    First time at Gardenias. Would recommend it to anyone who wants fine food, fine service, and a wonderful environment in a small, quaint restaurant. Would love it if they had a few non-alcholic drinks.

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A true gem if you are in the Pacific Heights area of town! The menu is seasonal and I can’t wait to bring friends and family back!

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent!! I can’t say enough good things. Our server was so knowledgeable on the wines and on the food menu. It was a quiet night for them but I never felt rushed to leave the restaurant. The ambiance was like someone’s country home. Definitely perfect for dates or visiting friends/family. I can’t wait to have a reason to go back.

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent service, knowledgeable server, great ambiance (back patio is fantastic), and delicious food across courses. Excellent wine list is well. Very creative, thoughtful, and well-executed from appetizers to mains to desserts. I thought the dessert menu was particularly lovely with more options than you’d expect. Value was also incredible. Will definitely be coming back.

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23. AM

    AnaMarieU

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I wouldn't call this place child friendly, so we almost had second thoughts about bringing our little ones here but they have a palate for good food and no regrets here. No special accommodations needed. Staff was lovely. Baby, toddler, mommy AND daddy were all 100% satisfied with zero complaints.

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24. PS

    PatrickS

    Seattle

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great neighborhood restaurant that makes you feel like you are family. Great food and great service.

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    LarryS

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The menu is small but outstanding. The dishes are complicated and all were wonderful. Nice intimate restaurant.

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    hungry

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Food was grand. The gnocchi was perfect, kobucha squash delectable. Waitress was so knowledgeable about the menu and helpful snd sweet.

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    StJohnHalfpenny

    London

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The host and waiter were warm, knowledgeable, and professional. The outdoor dining area was intimate and comfortable. Our appetizers and main courses were expertly prepared with fresh, quality ingredients, and the wine selection tied the meal together perfectly. Great dining experience.

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Very nice back patio dining.

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29. DD

    DiningD

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    What an incredibly memorable meal! A great combination of fresh ingredients, artistic combinations of flavors, wonderful service, and great value! We'll be back!

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    JujuB

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It's a shame that I am coming back to write this review. CAN'T REMEMBER WHAT I HAD TO EAT BUT DO REMEMBER THAT IT WASW DELICIOUS AND WORTH YOUR TRIP! LOVED THE ATMOSPHERE TOO!

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    kurtdismas

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    this is just a terrific restaurant. great food. attentive staff. good value. treat yourself.

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    Jan2017

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The Evening, both food and service, was perfect.

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    AprilC

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience3

    The best part of the experience was the service. The food was fine but nothing spectacular. Wine list minimal and also fine. Not too pricy for the neighborhood. I wouldn't go again but had a fine experience.

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    Rick

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Gardenias has a back patio. Sheltered and heated. Terrific. And the food was excellent. We will go there again.

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35. DH

    DavidH

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    We very much enjoyed the ambience at 8 pm (on the patio under a heat lamp), service and food, which was innovative and tasty. Our only quibble was with the dessert, vanilla bean ice cream with creme brulee, as it had a rather thick gummy cap of a chocolate sauce -- less and more liquid would have been better.

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36. J

    Justmuscle

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    This restaurant was a "happen to find" when I was looking to book reservations last minute. I saw the menu on OT and liked what I saw, so I thought we'd throw caution to the wind, and boy am I glad I did. We had a glass of Owen Viniard Pino Noir and started with warm bread and butter with the Minestrone, which was tasty. Next, we had gnocchi with mushrooms and cream and steelhead with quinoa and fennel, radicchio, and golden sweet potatoes for entre. The salad was meh. Arugula, apples, dates, and a super lite vinegarette that was tasteless, but all in all, it was a great night! We're going back!

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It’s the best restaurant in our neighborhood. Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent atmosphere.

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38. S

    Shokokecks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Gardenia's is a reliably good and lovely place to dine. The food is tasty - not trendy, but interesting enough and tastes like it was made in someone's kitchen (not just assembled). Seasonings, textures, aesthetics of food are just right. We enjoy coming here for a reliably tasty and pleasant meal in a comfortable environment. The only drawback is that they have doors open for COVID reasons - so it was quite cold in the dining room. We wondered if it would actually be warmer outside with the heaters on!

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    pickyeater

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is my go-to restaurant with family and friends for inventive and reliably delicious food and delightful service.

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    djsf

    San Francisco

    48 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Very good food given the limited menu items. I discovered this restaurant was an offshoot of the former Woodward Gardens. We sat outside on the deck which had heaters, very cozy. We each tried a different entree which worked out well as we got to sample the great variety of flavors....short ribs (the best), pork with pears (really good), and the duck (tender to perfection). Service was excellent and made me want to come back just for that.....but I found it off putting that the bread came with a price tag of $8 (stated on the menu) and when the server said “looks like you need some more” I certainly did not think there would be an additional charge for a total of $16 for two small plates of bread.

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