Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.2

1576 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar dazzles with its soaring domed ceilings, commanding columns, Tuscan-style frescoes and ornate detailing. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner menus that collaborate closely with Bay Area organic farmers, ranchers and sustainable seafood purveyors on his seasonal, coast-influenced menus.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Californian
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Mon–Fri 11:30 am–1:30 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Mon–Fri, Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–1:30 pm
Phone number
(415) 772-5000
Website
http://www.fairmont.com/san-francisco/dining/laurel-court-restaurant-and-bar/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Large party reservations are available, however Laurel Court does not offer private space or buyouts.
Private party contact
Kristyn Carter: (415) 772-5210

Location
950 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
Neighborhood
Nob Hill
Cross street
California
Parking details
We offer parking in the Fairmont Hotel Garage at the hourly rate and or fraction there of $19. Guests dining in Laurel Court can obtain validation in the restaurant for 50% off parking charges exclusive of overnight parking.
Public transit
MUNI bus #1 stops on Sacramento and Mason Streets when heading West, or on Clay and Mason Streets when heading East. <br />Cable cars meet atop Nob Hill. The California Line stops on California and Mason; The Powell Line stops on California and Powell.
Entertainment
On Wednesday through Friday Evenings from 5:30pm to 9:30pm & Saturdays from 6:00pm to 11:00pm, enjoy live piano.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Fairmont Afternoon Tea
$115.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy traditional Afternoon Tea this Spring in Laurel Court. Whether a special celebration or simply for fun enjoy, steaming pots of fine loose-leaf tea over house-made scones, tea sandwiches on artisan bread, luscious fruit-topped pastries and French sweets delivered in elegant style.
Laurel Court Christmas Day Buffet
$220.29 per person
Prepaid
Dec 25, 2023 only
Celebrate Christmas Day with friends and family and experience the magic of the holiday season where it all began in San Francisco. Enjoy a lavish buffet spread and live music set in the ambiance of Laurel Court’s sophisticated charm. Price is $169/adults and $95/kids under 12 exclusive of 20% Service Charge and 8.625% Tax. Please note below: Your table will be reserved for 2 hours. We have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date. Please contact saf.santa@fairmont.com if you wish to book a table for more than 6 guests.
Laurel Court Thanksgiving Buffet
$220.29 per person
Prepaid
Nov 23, 2023 only
Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with friends and family and leave the cooking to us. Enjoy a lavish buffet spread and live music set in the ambiance of Laurel Court’s sophisticated charm. Price is $169/adults and $95/kids under 12 exclusive of 20% Service Charge and 8.625% Tax. Please note below: Your table will be reserved for 2 hours. We have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date. Please contact saf.santa@fairmont.com if you wish to book a table for more than 6 guests.

What 1,576 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

1,576 Reviews

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Shane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a beautiful experience and the service was exceptional. I definitely would recommend this to anyone interested in attending afternoon high tea at the Fairmont. Shout out to our waiter Jung who was just at the top of his game and made this event very special for us.
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LorraineA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Beautiful dining room and excellent staff. I was hoping to hear the piano. But overall very lovely.
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melaniei
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely wonderful afternoon tea, with many tea options, creative sandwiches and pastries, the most delicious buttermilk biscuits I have had in my entire life, and fantastic ambient live piano. They also had an alternate vegetarian plan ready. They really went the extra mile to make our daughter's 18th birthday special. Thank you - we will be back!
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JenniferP
San Francisco
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience3
So disappointed. I’ve had many high teas— in US and UK- and this was one of the worst. Server talked down to us, and insisted on giving a std monologue— even when we explained we already know how to eat scones etc. Food was v poor quality. I’d say it’s mostly a tourist trap— there are many better options in SF. S
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Britmex
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very nice surroundings, but I have to say that the food served specially the appetizers (never have seen a miniature open sandwich being served in an afternoon tea before )were ok, but for the amount of money paid it was disappointing. Other than that, everything was fine.
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heydeanie
San Francisco
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Outstanding service. Not crowded. It was a bit loud with an entire convention of about 200 people chatting in the lobby, but as soon as they left, it was quiet and peaceful.
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Kari
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
Went for the Tea brunch. The dining room is on the ground floor with no windows so a bit on the ‘darker’ side. It took a while to be greeted and we even left to ask concierge where to go to be seated. Once seated, the staff was on point at all times. I didn’t care for the flavors of finger sandwiches (food was dry) or the desserts but the presentation was beautiful. The tea was the best in flavor and the champagne was very good. The pianist played very well but a bit loud so hard to hear and have conversation. We won’t return for tea but we will return for dinner and see how that goes. The hotel is beautiful and all staff were friendly as we walked through the hotel.
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KisharaS
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quick service, filling breakfast and managers and servers that will check up on you and provide a great service.
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Julia
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Beautiful dining room with good drinks and excellent service. The menu was limited. Appetizers (sprouts and calamari) were good but not extraordinary. My main meal was not that good. Pasta was sitting in oil and and had no exceptional flavor. The chicken was very good but, again, a bit Ho hum. I felt the price a bit high for the lackluster food.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience5
Horrible service and extremely long time to get even a check
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall2food4service5ambience2
Our experience at the fairmont restaurant was way below our expectations! What we thought was a luxury and quite expensive dinner, was brought down due to a mouse running around inside the restaurant! It came over to our table and almost jumped on to my husband ( who's birthday it was) What an birthday gift! Not even on the streets of Thailand have I has a mouse jumping me when eating!!
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Anne
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Afternoon tea here is very bad. Everyone said the food was bad, but I'm pretty easy-going and just wanted the ambiance anyway. But first, the tea wouldn't pour because the leaves were clogging the pot, and when it did, it made a big mess. The 4 "sandwiches" are almost nothing; each "sandwich" is just a single 1-inch piece of bread with a dollop of something bland. And the 4 sweets were like a weird mish-mash of whatever was lying around (a stale pina colada macaron and a pumpkin spice mini muffin). But what really ruined it for me is this... you know how all "high tea" or "afternoon tea" involves a 3-tiered tray full of food? How that's kind of its whole thing? That and taking your time, relaxing? Well the moment my top tier was empty, a lady came over (not my server, who was very attentive and sweet, but someone else) and she took my tiered tray away! She consolidated the remaining 2 tiers onto one plate, so I just had one horrible-looking plate with a "sandwich" upside-down on it. That was 25 minutes into my $115/person tea. Anyway, I left pretty bummed.
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AndreaR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall4food1service5ambience5
Food was horrible... please go back to bagels and pancakes
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CarolinaG
Central Coast
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience3
Food was cold , service was just average. Not worth it .
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was superb! The ambience was amazing at Drag Brunch! Thank you Fairmont!
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CathyM
San Francisco
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience5
Laurel Court is a lovely restaurant, but has a limited menu. It was convenient for a pre-show dinner since we were attending a show at the Masonic.
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DSieppe
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience3
The service was excellent. The piano a little too loud.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
amazing service from the fairmont team serving my 10 person birthday tea party. great work.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
La comida y el servicio es excelente. El lugar es perfecto para citas. Me encantó
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience5
The server talked too close to our food and drinks, and the sandwiches were ok. The macarons and all desserts were low quality. It was like mimicking English afternoon tea, not authentic at all. Other fairmont hotels like Victoria has a way better high tea time. Can’t even compare to this. We were disappointed. Though tea and scones were good.
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ElizabethD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Title: An Unforgettable Dining Experience at Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar! I recently had the pleasure of dining at the exquisite Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar, and I must say it was an absolute delight! From the moment we walked in until the moment we left, every aspect of our experience was nothing short of exceptional. First and foremost, let me start by raving about the delectable blue cheese dressing. It was a burst of flavor that perfectly complemented the fresh and crisp salads we ordered. The combination was simply heavenly! Moreover, the hamburger we indulged in was cooked to perfection, with juicy and flavorful patties that left us craving for more. The culinary mastery at Laurel Court truly shines through in every bite. One of the highlights of our dining experience was the attention to detail. I was delighted to find pepper grinders on the table, allowing us to customize our dishes with a touch of freshly ground pepper. It's those little touches that truly elevate the dining experience and make it unforgettable. The service at Laurel Court was impeccable from start to finish. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly. They ensured that every need was met and every request was promptly fulfilled. It was evident that they took pride in providing exceptional service, making us feel like honored guests throughout our meal. The ambiance of Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar was simply grand. The elegant decor and tasteful lighting created a refined and sophisticated atmosphere, perfect for a celebration lunch. Despite its grandeur, the restaurant managed to maintain a sense of intimacy and warmth, making the experience both grand and personable. To add to the convenience, valet parking was a breeze. The ease of parking made our visit all the more enjoyable, eliminating any stress that could have potentially overshadowed the occasion. In conclusion, my experience at Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar surpassed all expectations
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NickC
Birmingham
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience3
Disappointed. From arrival we weren’t greeted very well, we were shown our table but just menus placed, there was no conversation or explanation of the menu, specials etc and it felt like we were an inconvenience for the servers. We’re on our honeymoon but unfortunately no one seemed to care or notice even though I’d put it in the booking. We came on a recommendation from family but sadly won’t be returning. The hotel is stunning to look at but there was little substance/quality to back it up.
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RochelleB
Sacramento
24 reviews
1.0
24 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience2
The price was too high and the food quality was very poor. $60 gor nutella and banana quarter of sandwiche and jelly squares on plan bread. I had clam chowder with absolutely no meat
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were awesomely attended, excellent service and food.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience5
Horrible service. Took half and hour to receive our first course which was a simple salad. Our entrée was the New York strip steak which was incredibly over seasoned and barely edible. Will not be going back.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
95 reviews
vip
1.0
95 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
We waited over an hour for our main course which we eventually cancelled. Salad was not very good. Service was abominable. We had to seek the manager’s assistance. For a five star hotel they should be ashamed of themselves.
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MaryF
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food1service4ambience4
The food is not great The ambience and the live music is a bonus
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our server was awesome!! The piano player was perfect!!
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VeggieLover
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
Lovely experience- not worth the price. If you are vegan, be prepared to also receive food that is gluten-free. Presentation was excellent- flavor was only OK. Over relied on fruit and hummus.
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Margaret
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a delicious lunch , beautiful ambiance, superior service, wonderful waiter. Thank you, MargaretSouza
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gina
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent service and the Espresso Martini's were amazing! Great food for a special occasion.
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Laura
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional service and delicious food and drinks! Our server gave us a lovely assortment of dessert to celebrate a momentous occasion.
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JamesT
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Hands down the worst meal I have been served in my 66 years. The wife was in full agreement. Terrible bordering on criminal. Paid just short of $500 per night to stay at this hotel- how do you fail so badly at your main dining room? How do you screw food up this badly? It smacks of deliberate sabotage, the wife and I took one bite and were done. I would not have let my dog eat the swill served to us, it was so bad as to defy description. Horrible, abysmal, pick an adjective. And our server did all he could to rush us, although the room was empty and no one was waiting for tables- should've read the reviews first. To say someone should be fired is the understatement of the epoch.....
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perfectom
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall2food3service5ambience4
I think the food was too pricey for the kind of meal we eat.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Booked high tea as part of a birthday celebration to start at 11:45am. They let me book the high tea but upon arrival they informed us that high tea doesn’t start until 2pm. That was disappointing.
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PRawlins
Washington DC
72 reviews
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant. Service is outstanding. Minimal choices but good variety in what was offered. Had gluten free options.
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PRawlins
Washington DC
72 reviews
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely breakfast and great service. Gluten free options available and great cappuccinos and omelettes.
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LindaG
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Peaceful, beautiful, delicious breakfast, great service!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this beautiful restaurant! Very elegant, excellent service, and amazing F&B program!
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SarikaS
Toronto
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 29, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience5
Food - Tasteless Service -poor The server had no clue about the food menu or drink menu
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 772-5000.

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco is rated 4.2 stars by 1576 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

950 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

Additional information

Cross street
California
Neighborhood
Nob Hill
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Mon–Fri 11:30 am–1:30 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Mon–Fri, Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–1:30 pm
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We offer parking in the Fairmont Hotel Garage at the hourly rate and or fraction there of $19. Guests dining in Laurel Court can obtain validation in the restaurant for 50% off parking charges exclusive of overnight parking.
Public transit
MUNI bus #1 stops on Sacramento and Mason Streets when heading West, or on Clay and Mason Streets when heading East. Cable cars meet atop Nob Hill. The California Line stops on California and Mason; The Powell Line stops on California and Powell.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
On Wednesday through Friday Evenings from 5:30pm to 9:30pm & Saturdays from 6:00pm to 11:00pm, enjoy live piano.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.fairmont.com/san-francisco/dining/laurel-court-restaurant-and-bar/
Phone number
(415) 772-5000
Private party facilities
Large party reservations are available, however Laurel Court does not offer private space or buyouts.
Private party contact
Kristyn Carter: (415) 772-5210

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Fairmont Afternoon Tea

Laurel Court Christmas Day Buffet

Laurel Court Thanksgiving Buffet

Menu

What 1,576 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

FAQs

Does Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco restaurant rated?

Is Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information