Le Zinc
San Francisco, CA 94114
Phone: (415) 647-9400
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Castro Street
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 11am-10pm, Sat 9:30am-10pm, Sun 9:30am-9pm
Editorial Review for Le Zinc – by Bethany Jean Clement
In Short
Le Zinc achieves a very Parisian balance between sophisticated and casual, one that lends itself equally well to stopping in for a cafe au lait or a romantic tête-à-tête over dinner. The pretty bar, gilt-framed mirror, even the tile floors conspire to convey a soothing Euro bistro feel and subtly golden lighting seals the deal. Artfully presented and creatively accented, the mid-priced French fare is a good value.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitOutdoor seating is available year-round with heat lamps for the colder months.
What to DrinkHave a mini-wine tasting with a white, red or port flight; the wine list or your knowledgeable server can tell you more.
ParkingA public lot is located directly across the street.
User Reviews for Le Zinc
03/02/2008 Posted by aquilandasja
I love the sidewalks bistros in Paris, and whenever I feel like its been too long since my last visit, I make the trek from Alameda to Le Zinc. This is the closest I can get to my favorite Parisian bistros on this side of the Atlantic. The food, service and ambiance are all excellent. This is not a snobby place, it is more like an upscale, high-quality neighborhood hang-out. The restaurant is long and narrow, with some sidewalk tables out front and a charming patio out back. A long, antique bar with a zinc top takes up half of the front room. Everytime I go, I always try at least one new dish, and have yet to find one I didn't enjoy. My favorites include the crispy camembert appetizer and the duck with a peach glaze. Before eating here, I didn't think I liked duck, but if you like steak you'll love duck they way it is prepared here. f we're here for dinner, we normally have either the 3-course or 4-course tasting plate. I also often have on the of the wine flights. I have always found the portion sizes adequate (although I usually have the crispy camembert with whatever else I order). This is a great place to come and have a leisurely meal, enjoy the ambiance and the company of your companion.
Pros: Ambiance, Food, Service
Cons: Parking
02/24/2008 Posted by foodielover
The traditional eggs benedict was good, nothing spectacular and came with roasted fingerling potatoes. Two eggs covered in Hollandaise sauce over English muffins w/slices of ham for $9. The fresh squeeze orange juice (lots of pulp) in a wine glass was pricey for $4 but very sweet. The lamb sandwich was expensive for $12 and came with potatoes. The wait staff barely greet you when you come in the door. We decided to dine here on a whim, enroute next door to get tasty treats from Noe Valley Bakery. The tall blond, slender waitress walks up to you,r table, doesn't say a word, looks at you and places the menus on the table. Returning later, she jots down your orders and walks away. I detected some life in her eyes when we finished eating and asked for the check. Otherwise, I would have thought she was some cold terminator robot sent from the future to impersonate humans.
Pros: Eggs Benedict were good, nice cozy restaurant, popular in the neighborhood
Cons: Icy, detached staff, parking can be difficulty
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