(415) 397-9222
335 Powell St
San Francisco,
CA
94102
37.7876
-122.4083
Neighborhoods: Tenderloin, Northeast
Restaurant Michael Mina
What People Are Saying About Michael Mina Restaurant
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Though no expense was spared when the St. Francis Hotel gave Michael Mina carte blanche to create his namesake restaurant, it still feels like a staid hotel dining room. Pillars punctuate the minimalist space, with widely spaced tables and neutral color scheme. Service shows growing pains--dishes can be given to the wrong diner and wine often arrives after food. – – The Food – Diners build their own three-course menu, with each "course" offering three preparations of a theme element. Though some patrons may find the panoply of flavors akin to a culinary…
10/14/09
Worthy successor
by atLarrys
It broke my heart when I saw the old Compass Rose bar closed and boarded up in the lobby of the St. Francis Hotel. It was on of California's great bars. Then Michael Mina opened in the space and all is forgiven. The room and setting spell class and the food is tops. It's a hot spot for pre-theater, but I don't like to dine against a clock or a curtain time. So, I go later and take my time. For a full report on this and other great California restaurants, go to www.atLarrys
- Pros: Food - setting - location
10/14/09
Worthy successor
by atLarrys
It broke my heart when I saw the old Compass Rose bar closed and boarded up in the lobby of the St. Francis Hotel. It was on of California's great bars. Then Michael Mina opened in the space and all is forgiven. The room and setting spell class and the food is tops. It's a hot spot for pre-theater, but I don't like to dine against a clock or a curtain time. So, I go later and take my time. For a full report on this and other great California restaurants, go to www.atLarrys
- Pros: Food - setting - location
10/14/09
Worthy successor
by atLarrys
It broke my heart when I saw the old Compass Rose bar closed and boarded up in the lobby of the St. Francis Hotel. It was on of California's great bars. Then Michael Mina opened in the space and all is forgiven. The room and setting spell class and the food is tops. It's a hot spot for pre-theater, but I don't like to dine against a clock or a curtain time. So, I go later and take my time. For a full report on this and other great California restaurants, go to www.atLarrys
- Pros: Food - setting - location
The Details on Michael Mina Restaurant
The Extras:
Culinary thrill seekers should splash out on an seven-course menu. Choose between the "seasonal" menu and Michael's Classic tasting menu.
What to Drink:
An impressive wine list highlighting top-notch wines from around the world is available. For oenophiles breaking out a special bottle from the cellar, corkage is $35 (two bottle limit).
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