Cafe Claude French Restaurant
(415) 392-3505
7 Claude Ln
(at Bush and Kearny St)
San Francisco,
CA
94108
37.789842
-122.404232
Neighborhoods: Northeast, Downtown
Hours:
Mon-Sat 11:30am-10:30pm
Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm
Price:
$$
Last updated 5.27.09
What People Are Saying About Cafe Claude French Restaurant
The Owner
Cafe Claude French Restaurant
Owner
Reminiscent of the narrow streets and alleyways of Paris, tiny Claude Lane is located between Union Square and the financial district. A longtime popular restaurant and bar, Cafe Claude has remained an unpretentious neighborhood meeting place nestled amongst the urban skyscraper. Whether you are shopping, looking for a quick bistro lunch, or seeking a discreet rendezvous, Cafe Claude is an ideal destination. Enjoy the lively atmosphere, weekend jazz, and hearty inexpensive food seated in a cozy banquette or outdoors under colorful umbrellas on charming Claude Lane.
Enjoy Live music with no cover every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm at Cafe Claude.
Happy Hour
Everyday 4pm-6pm
$5 Infused Cocktails
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene
An L-shaped dining room with expansive ceilings and buttery yellow walls adorned with black-and-white prints of Paris and vintage movie posters give this boite a warm, authentic feel. That's no coincidence: Tables, chairs, mirrors and the zinc-topped bar were shipped directly from Le Barbizon, a French brasserie. Friendly waitstaff, sleekly dressed in black, almost all boast French accents but none of that infamous Parisian snootiness.
The Food
Familiar bistro fare, such as rich French onion soup topped with fat croutons and gruyere cheese, share menu space with more fusion-friendly picks, like kobe steak tartare. The steak tartare is served with cornichons, capers, egg yolk, mustard, parsley, croutons and shallots, while the truffle mousse with chicken livers is accompanied by crepes marinated in sherry. The moelleux au chocolate, a velvety chocolate cake drizzled with crème anglaise, is pure decadence. Specialty martinis tempt, but the real treat is the international wine list with abundant by-the-glass picks.
User Reviews
diamondsrforever
February 08, 2009
Built on reputation and no solid follow-up to keep it. Sadly, this restaurant has been so spoiled for the Loehmann's shoppers that they've forgotten what made them great. The food has since turned to mediocre, and the passerbys gawking at you has become a huge nuisance. Oh not that I have anything against sidewalk cafes or eateries, they're tons of fun, but this one just isn't cutting it for me.
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n4ally2
January 29, 2009
Finally got a chance to go and check out this place for lunch. Service was fine, but the food was below expectation. What was good? The Pate. The highlight of the meal. What was bad? The onion soup. It was like putting a large pitch of salt in your mouth. I had to send it back after the first bite. Everything else(Salmon, Tuna sandwich, steak tartare and Ham sandwich) were below average or average. We spent $150 for four people at lunch. I would suggest you take your money and go somewhere else.
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Sean127181
September 14, 2008
If you're looking to go out for the night by yourself, then I'd definitely give this place a try. It's hidden and I really liked the ambience of the Parisian style setting. You have to sit at the bar if there is space. Bar is a bit small but I actually prefer it that way. Bartender David made great drinks and I really liked the friendly staff members. I forget the name of the blonde hostess, but I think she's very hot! Portion sizes were perfect. The pan-seared trout and the ahi tuna were perfectly done. The sauce wasn't over powering. Go and meet the frienly staff. Food is really tasty and it really was a gastronomical experience. It appears that this is my new favorite place. Will definitely go back for more. Oh, I forget! Nice weekend Jazz music too! It was very soothing.
read full reviewThe Details on Cafe Claude French Restaurant
The Extras:
Enjoy live jazz on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Happy Hour:
Daily 4pm-7pm.
Where to Sit:
On balmy evenings, tourists and downtown workers jam outdoor tables.
Category:
Restaurants, Nightclubs, Bars & Pubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Outdoor Dining, Notable Chef, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Happy Hour, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Bar & Club Type of Music:
As Seen In…
Best San Francisco Dating and Mating
Message from Cafe Claude French Restaurant
- Lunch, Dinner and Happy Hour
- Live Jazz Thursday to Saturday
- Outdoor Dining
Reminiscent of the narrow streets and alleyways of Paris, tiny Claude Lane is located between Union Square and the financial district. A longtime popular restaurant and bar, Cafe Claude has remained an unpretentious neighborhood meeting place nestled amongst the urban skyscraper. Whether you are shopping, looking for a quick bistro lunch, or seeking a discreet rendezvous, Cafe Claude is an ideal destination. Enjoy the lively atmosphere, weekend jazz, and hearty inexpensive food seated in a cozy banquette or outdoors under colorful umbrellas on charming Claude Lane.
Enjoy Live music with no cover every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm at Cafe Claude.
Happy Hour
Everyday 4pm-6pm
$5 Infused Cocktails
