Boy has the quality of the food at this place gone down. Way down. I ordered the steak via DoorDash, I opened the box find my steak, covered in what appeared to be Ore-ida frozen fries. They were tasteless. The steak was incredibly tough, and tasted burnt on the outside. likely the result of an uncleaned grill. I had hoped that the lemon tart I ordered for dessert would be the saving grace and was extremely disappointed to open it and find a heap of melted vanilla ice cream. Never in my life have I seen a lemon tart with ice cream, and what "genius" in the kitchen would send ice cream with a to go order? Next to a hot dish. They also included bread, that was completely burnt to a crisp. Completely inedible. I had wondered how this place stayed open, now I know, they cut corners in the worst way, by degrading the quality of their food. Sad.
Misha Gurevich
Deviled eggs, duck magret, chocolate fondant, all great. Very friendly service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs, Duck
Kristine O.
Came here and got wine and bunch of food. Favorite was the mushroom and mussels appetizers. The mac & duck was more mac than any duck but was still good. I wouldn't get it again though. Their fries are super crispy and delicious. Loved the vibe and ambiance. Super European and cozy. The serving time was long but didn't mind it since I wasn't in any rush.
Camilla White
The food is SO delicious, fun cocktails and good coffee. Great place to have a relaxed brunch. Service was slow, food took over an hour to arrive but they might have been understaffed that day. I would go again but not if I'm in a rush.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Michael Flynn
Under-appreciated brunch spot! Huge lines elsewhere in the neighborhood while this place is both cozy and delicious. Good brunch cocktails too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs
Miss B.
Stopped by Aquitaine after getting off the Muni J which stops right in front. The menu posted to the window looked amazingly appetizing for brunch, drinks etc AND it was pretty quiet inside so we gave it a shot. We ordered drinks which came out pretty fast and when the waiter returned with the drinks we ordered food. The drinks were flavorful and truly delicious! The couple sitting closest to the door were finishing up and then left after about 10 minutes, the table next to us were noshing on cheeses and then had their brunch delivered. There was a large group of girls in the back area (maybe 10 or so) and we noticed the waiter bringing plate after plate to their table. The plates seemed to come out of the kitchen pretty staggered but we didn't pay it much attention as we were enjoying our drinks. At some point, my stomach started growling and we noticed it had been An HOUR since we placed our order!! To be honest, it would have been DECENT for the waiter to let us know that there would be a significant wait and maybe we would have ordered something quick (like cheese) to nosh on until our food was prepared. BUT NO which I thought that was FUCKED UP AND RUDE! I flagged down the waiter and asked if our food would be much longer, because I was really hungry and if so then we'd like to order and appetizer. He was happy to place that order and then said that the food would be out in a few minutes, so we opted not to order the appetizer and wait. When our food FINALLY ARRIVED AFTER AN HOUR AND 10 MINUTES, the waiter didn't bother to offer any sort of apology for the delay. Which sadly I didn't expect since he didn't have to decency to tell us about the wait in the first place. Not sure if was just an off day, if they were short staffed or what but informing your customers of that would be helpful! As I stated, we could have ordered something to nosh on, but instead my stomach was empty, full of booze and I was starting to get a headache -OR- I don't know, maybe offer us something to nosh on to make up for the wait?!? Communication is key folks! It would have made this review a 5 star instead of a 3.
Maureen Coslett
One of my favorite neighborhood spots. Staff is always super friendly, happy to answer all of your questions about the wine and let you taste before you decide. Food is solid. My new favorite thing is the happy hour petite croque monsieur - it's the perfect snack!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pommes Frites, Charcuterie and Cheese Board, Polenta Fries
VollerS
The night was overshadowed by very long waiting time for the food to arrive, which was 90 minutes. The food itself is fine, nothing special, and expect lets say not Bistro prices but 1 star French restaurant prices
Linda K. Cleary
Duck confit, french onion soup, red wine. First time, around the corner from our evening show. The french onion soup was too light, the manager generously fixed it and took it off the bill.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Kevin O.
Weird experience at this wine bar. I've been looking forward to checking it out for a while. I finally went there tonight. The guy at the bar bumped into me as I was getting seated and didn't apologize as he brusquely tossed the menu in front of me. I should have taken that as a sign. It took a while for him to return. When he did, I asked for a taste of one of their wines. After a number of minutes, he returned and said they didn't have the one I'd asked for and offered a taste of another wine instead. It was nothing like the varietal I wanted. He mumbled a few words, apparently by way of explanation that I could not make out as his back was turned to me. When I inquired what kind of wine it was, he said he didn't know; the guy in the back ordered it. Then he went back into the kitchen. A loud smashing of plates and shouting ensued. I took this as my cue to leave. So much for the nice dinner I had planned. I went down the block instead.
Duck confit, french onion soup, red wine. First time, around the corner from our evening show. The french onion soup was too light, the manager generously fixed it and took it off the bill.
Laurel Michel-Schottman
Love this place! Good homey food, great ambiance. Feels like I’m in cafe in Europe and is the type of place you could go to eat alone or with company.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lily W.
What a lovely find! Came here for lunch with my mom and my brother as this was walking distance from the hospital my dad was admitted to at the time. Such a cute space with open windows so felt very al fresco and under different circumstances, I would've tried some wine. Service was great and the chef came and checked in on us during our meal, which was very nice of them. Our server was a sweetheart and brought us extra bread (delicious) so not to waste the sauce from the escargot! My brother's burger was LOADED and he really enjoyed it! My mom had the duck sandwich and she loved the flavor and the crisp of the bread. If ever back in the area, would like to come try the wine and more of their dishes!!
DanW
We had a great time at this funky SF bistro and wine bar. The happy hour menu is fabulous, full of bistro favorites and reduced pricing on both drinks and appetizers. And the staff is friendly, funny, engaging, knowledgeable, and capable. The highlights for us were the happy hour drinks and appetizers, especially the crab stuffed mushrooms and the devilled eggs. They also had a special appetizer of bone marrow toast that was tremendous! Our waiter was so much fun and so helpful, explaining their best dishes and letting us sample drinks we were interested in. The main dishes were not as perfect, though. Two of us had the special cassoulet and it was served to us WAY TOO HOT for us to eat. We both burned out tongues trying. The chicken dish featured delicious polenta, but the chicken was very dry. All in all, the value for the happy hour was strong, but the overall value after the main dishes wasn't quite as strong.
Cupcakecrazy
We enjoyed dining here. Great wine. Delicious deviled egg appetizers. They had a nice little kick. Cauliflower beignets were sooo tasty. Pomme frites yum! Cheeseburger was great, steak frites were good, scallops Delicious. Chicken dish was delicious but not much chicken. Churros to end the meal was perfect. Very cute restaurant with lots of wine selections and delicious food!
Boy has the quality of the food at this place gone down. Way down. I ordered the steak via DoorDash, I opened the box find my steak, covered in what appeared to be Ore-ida frozen fries. They were tasteless. The steak was incredibly tough, and tasted burnt on the outside. likely the result of an uncleaned grill. I had hoped that the lemon tart I ordered for dessert would be the saving grace and was extremely disappointed to open it and find a heap of melted vanilla ice cream. Never in my life have I seen a lemon tart with ice cream, and what "genius" in the kitchen would send ice cream with a to go order? Next to a hot dish. They also included bread, that was completely burnt to a crisp. Completely inedible. I had wondered how this place stayed open, now I know, they cut corners in the worst way, by degrading the quality of their food. Sad.
Deviled eggs, duck magret, chocolate fondant, all great. Very friendly service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs, Duck
Came here and got wine and bunch of food. Favorite was the mushroom and mussels appetizers. The mac & duck was more mac than any duck but was still good. I wouldn't get it again though. Their fries are super crispy and delicious. Loved the vibe and ambiance. Super European and cozy. The serving time was long but didn't mind it since I wasn't in any rush.
The food is SO delicious, fun cocktails and good coffee. Great place to have a relaxed brunch. Service was slow, food took over an hour to arrive but they might have been understaffed that day. I would go again but not if I'm in a rush.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Under-appreciated brunch spot! Huge lines elsewhere in the neighborhood while this place is both cozy and delicious. Good brunch cocktails too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs
Stopped by Aquitaine after getting off the Muni J which stops right in front. The menu posted to the window looked amazingly appetizing for brunch, drinks etc AND it was pretty quiet inside so we gave it a shot. We ordered drinks which came out pretty fast and when the waiter returned with the drinks we ordered food. The drinks were flavorful and truly delicious! The couple sitting closest to the door were finishing up and then left after about 10 minutes, the table next to us were noshing on cheeses and then had their brunch delivered. There was a large group of girls in the back area (maybe 10 or so) and we noticed the waiter bringing plate after plate to their table. The plates seemed to come out of the kitchen pretty staggered but we didn't pay it much attention as we were enjoying our drinks. At some point, my stomach started growling and we noticed it had been An HOUR since we placed our order!! To be honest, it would have been DECENT for the waiter to let us know that there would be a significant wait and maybe we would have ordered something quick (like cheese) to nosh on until our food was prepared. BUT NO which I thought that was FUCKED UP AND RUDE! I flagged down the waiter and asked if our food would be much longer, because I was really hungry and if so then we'd like to order and appetizer. He was happy to place that order and then said that the food would be out in a few minutes, so we opted not to order the appetizer and wait. When our food FINALLY ARRIVED AFTER AN HOUR AND 10 MINUTES, the waiter didn't bother to offer any sort of apology for the delay. Which sadly I didn't expect since he didn't have to decency to tell us about the wait in the first place. Not sure if was just an off day, if they were short staffed or what but informing your customers of that would be helpful! As I stated, we could have ordered something to nosh on, but instead my stomach was empty, full of booze and I was starting to get a headache -OR- I don't know, maybe offer us something to nosh on to make up for the wait?!? Communication is key folks! It would have made this review a 5 star instead of a 3.
One of my favorite neighborhood spots. Staff is always super friendly, happy to answer all of your questions about the wine and let you taste before you decide. Food is solid. My new favorite thing is the happy hour petite croque monsieur - it's the perfect snack!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pommes Frites, Charcuterie and Cheese Board, Polenta Fries
The night was overshadowed by very long waiting time for the food to arrive, which was 90 minutes. The food itself is fine, nothing special, and expect lets say not Bistro prices but 1 star French restaurant prices
Duck confit, french onion soup, red wine. First time, around the corner from our evening show. The french onion soup was too light, the manager generously fixed it and took it off the bill.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Weird experience at this wine bar. I've been looking forward to checking it out for a while. I finally went there tonight. The guy at the bar bumped into me as I was getting seated and didn't apologize as he brusquely tossed the menu in front of me. I should have taken that as a sign. It took a while for him to return. When he did, I asked for a taste of one of their wines. After a number of minutes, he returned and said they didn't have the one I'd asked for and offered a taste of another wine instead. It was nothing like the varietal I wanted. He mumbled a few words, apparently by way of explanation that I could not make out as his back was turned to me. When I inquired what kind of wine it was, he said he didn't know; the guy in the back ordered it. Then he went back into the kitchen. A loud smashing of plates and shouting ensued. I took this as my cue to leave. So much for the nice dinner I had planned. I went down the block instead.
Restaurantji Recommends
Duck confit, french onion soup, red wine. First time, around the corner from our evening show. The french onion soup was too light, the manager generously fixed it and took it off the bill.
Love this place! Good homey food, great ambiance. Feels like I’m in cafe in Europe and is the type of place you could go to eat alone or with company.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a lovely find! Came here for lunch with my mom and my brother as this was walking distance from the hospital my dad was admitted to at the time. Such a cute space with open windows so felt very al fresco and under different circumstances, I would've tried some wine. Service was great and the chef came and checked in on us during our meal, which was very nice of them. Our server was a sweetheart and brought us extra bread (delicious) so not to waste the sauce from the escargot! My brother's burger was LOADED and he really enjoyed it! My mom had the duck sandwich and she loved the flavor and the crisp of the bread. If ever back in the area, would like to come try the wine and more of their dishes!!
We had a great time at this funky SF bistro and wine bar. The happy hour menu is fabulous, full of bistro favorites and reduced pricing on both drinks and appetizers. And the staff is friendly, funny, engaging, knowledgeable, and capable. The highlights for us were the happy hour drinks and appetizers, especially the crab stuffed mushrooms and the devilled eggs. They also had a special appetizer of bone marrow toast that was tremendous! Our waiter was so much fun and so helpful, explaining their best dishes and letting us sample drinks we were interested in. The main dishes were not as perfect, though. Two of us had the special cassoulet and it was served to us WAY TOO HOT for us to eat. We both burned out tongues trying. The chicken dish featured delicious polenta, but the chicken was very dry. All in all, the value for the happy hour was strong, but the overall value after the main dishes wasn't quite as strong.
We enjoyed dining here. Great wine. Delicious deviled egg appetizers. They had a nice little kick. Cauliflower beignets were sooo tasty. Pomme frites yum! Cheeseburger was great, steak frites were good, scallops Delicious. Chicken dish was delicious but not much chicken. Churros to end the meal was perfect. Very cute restaurant with lots of wine selections and delicious food!