(415) 775-4216
1101 Geary Blvd
San Francisco,
CA
94109
37.7857
-122.4214
Neighborhoods: Northeast, Civic Center
What People Are Saying About Tommy's Joynt
The Editor
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Citysearch
In Short – Every wood-paneled angle inside is covered with quirky memorabilia--from a mannequin on skis to cupcake tins hanging from the ceiling. Patrons order at the counter and sit down at long tables with checkered tablecloths. Roast beef, turkey, corned beef and ham are offered as sandwiches or as generous platters with sides such as stuffing, mashed potatoes and pickles.
03/09/09
Average food, below average staff
by CSMobileUser at Citysearch
Located before the intersection of Van Ness and Geary, with less than stellar parking, Tommy's Joynt can be found. I was more than excited to go to this dive after watching it on the Food Network show, Diner's, Drive-in's, and Dive's. I must admit that I was severly disappointed with the entire restaurant. First, the food is average and nothing out of the ordinary. I will say that I have eaten much better food than this. Given, the food is really affordable but aside from that, it really doesn't taste any better than Quizno's. The service staff needs to go to a class on hospitality and customer service as they are severly lacking in this area. I've seen better service at a Jack in the Box. The owner seems to be mad most of the time which either shows that she hates her job or hates her life. I can understand on busy days that you might not be able to be on the high end of hospitality, but on non-busy days there is no excuse. Not everyone who goes to your restaurnat are locals or regulars so take extreme care when being bad in this area because word travels fast and there is moe to the bay area than San Fran. I would definitely not go back and not recommend the food or atmosphere.
02/04/09
nothing special.
by pvGRANDER at Citysearch
Incredibly long wait, your hunger would have passed if you go here on a Friday or weekend night. Way too expensive for a very undistinguished menu. You're paying for its location--but you're within just a few blocks of some much better, *much* more authentic Mexican food that's literally half the price. The food and drinks aren't terrible, just ridiculously overpriced and nothing special.
10/05/08
Chain Restaurants Bow Before Thee
by babblingscribe at Citysearch
Tommy's Joynt is so full of eye gouging craziness you could consider this the mother of TGIF, Apple Bees, Ed Debevics, and all the others. It's insane. The buffet style serving, the beer list, and the fun make this place awesome and truly unique for a city that loves high society eating and hippie granola organic tasties.
Google my blog "freaking delicious" if you want to see a video review I put together about this place. I show you the food, the in/outside, and truly show what this place is all about.
- Pros: beer, food, decour, craziness
- Cons: sometimes there is a line.
The Details on Tommy's Joynt
Parking:
The bar advertises parking is available next door at the Cathedral Hill Hotel for $1.50/hour with validation and $4.00 for three hours with validation.
What to Drink:
The restaurant has an impressive stock of 100 imported and domestic beers from around the world with European, South American, and even a Tahitian beer represented.
Know Before You Go:
Tommy's only accepts cash. But, fortunately, there is an ATM inside.
Category:
Restaurants, Lounges, Bars & Pubs
Payment Methods:
Cash
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Cheap Eats
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