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Cafe Du Soleil

200 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone: (415) 934-8637
Cafe Du Soleil
Price:
$
Cross Street:
Waller Street
Hours:
Daily 7am-10pm

Editorial Review for Cafe Du Soleil – by Joanna Currier

The Scene
Blues, yellows and earthy reds color the walls of this airy corner cafe. Sunlight streams through big windows, highlighting lots of little tables, a lovely pastry counter and a long, curvy bar. Rustic details include old French bakery equipment, dark wood furnishings, and a communal table with enough upholstered chairs to accommodate 10. Outdoor seating offers plenty of room to linger with a cafe au lait.

The Food
The French cafe fare is marked by quality and freshness. Thick slabs of homemade breads are slathered with perfect Bechamels, aiolis and other spreads topped with carved ham, turkey, or slow-roasted chicken. Toasty open-faced tartines come with melted gourmet cheeses. Salads include a delightful Nicoise with cold potato, chunked tuna, olives and a heaping pile of mixed greens. Desserts feature warm creme brulee with seasonal berries and an overly sweet chocolate pot de creme. Coffee comes in bowls, a la francaise.

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Insider Tips

What to Eat

$2 sides and snacks, such as savory popcorn and thick-cut homemade Parmesan potato chips smothered in fines herbs, offer an inexpensive way to indulge in Rigo's cuisine.

The Extras

Grab a slice of homemade bread and indulge in the open buffet of Nutella, marmalade, and other spreads available.

User Reviews for Cafe Du Soleil

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/01/2005 Posted by biron

An old friend recently invited me to join him at the CAFÉ DU SOLEIL a sunny afternoon. At the counter, the friendly owner greeted us with a smile and showed us the house specialites of colorful pastries and freshly baked breads. The high ceiing and dark wood gave this cafe a uniquely modern yet old world French café flavor. The tarte the we ordered was a delight as was the enormous bowl of café au lait available for an extra 25 cents. If you want to test your French, the owner who orginates from Nantes gladly obliges. The music is a fine mix from Piaf to the works of young neighborhood artists. When in the lower Haight, I highly recommend this French cafe where you can linger either inside or at an outdoor table. I look forward to going back and next time it will be for lunch.

Pros: Inexpensive, Great Ambiance, Great House Coffee

Cons: Limited Menu

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/20/2005 Posted by bydnew

Thanks for coming to the neighborhood. I enjoyed an open face monsouir (sp?) in the sun. Other diners were friendly. I even think the guy at the counter was french!

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Editor's Review

Famed French baker Pascal Rigo brings a touch of Provence to the lower Haight.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

What to Eat

$2 sides and snacks, such as savory popcorn and thick-cut homemade Parmesan potato chips smothered in fines herbs, offer an inexpensive way to indulge in Rigo's cuisine.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Daily 7am-10pm

Cuisines

  • Coffeehouse
  • French

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • MasterCard

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • Lunch Spot
  • Happy Hour
  • Cheap Eats
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Breakfast
  • Date Spot
  • Carry Out
  • Brunch
  • Dine at the Bar

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