Both down-home and sophisticated, this bastion of comfort food offers a Mission twist on California cuisine.
(415) 644-5259
3218 Mission St
(Cesar Chavez)
San Francisco,
CA
94110
37.7451
-122.4202
Neighborhoods: Central East, Bernal Heights
Blue Plate
Last updated 9.05.09
What People Are Saying About Blue Plate
The Owner
Blue Plate
Owner
The Blue Plate opened in 1999 and was ennvisioned as a casual neighborhood spot where friends and neighbors could enjoy the best ingredients our seasons have to offer. The garden and dining rooms are each constructed from found objects, local materials and elbow grease. The comfortable interior frames the work of San Francisco artists and provides a casual venue for enjoying great food paired with great wine. At Blue Plate our kitchen always stays committed to using the highest quality local produce and meats in our New American and rustic Mediterranean dishes. We are only open for dinner and…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Three small dining spaces, each styled with thrift-store curios and mismatched lamps, host well-dressed hipsters at tightly packed, wooden tables. The front room offers a clear view of the lively exhibition kitchen, but the premier real estate--tree-tucked tables overlooking a gurgling fountain--is in the highly sought-after backyard garden. Servers keep the frenzied pace going with efficient service. – – The Food – Local, organic produce figures big in seasonal takes on American standards. Spicy Padron peppers are balanced by sweet goat cheese and almonds,…
08/28/09
One of the best!
by Mvilla
I visited my friends in San Francisco a month ago, and I just wanna say that this is one of the finest restaurants I've been. They took me here and I absolutely love it. The meatloaf that's mixed with beef, pork and bacon. MMM omg.. I wanna go back.. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone!
- Pros: Very friendly service.
11/24/08
Tasty Vittles
by newenglandtransplant
They serve some tasty food here. We were a small group that started off with the beef carpaccio, grilled monterey bay squid and the antipasto. My favorite was the perfectly grilled squid with lemon. The lemon combined with the grilled flavor was terrific. My main course was the pan seared local rock cod. It was accompanied with rice beans, fennel, rapini, spanish chorizo, grilled bread and saffron aioli. You might question the combination but I can say that it was wonderful. Our server was attentive. We were a small group so we combined a few tables but it still felt a bit cramped. No stretching out here. The patio was wonderful. We didn't have a chance to sit outside but I think the next time I'll try to get a seat outside.
11/17/08
I changed my mind...
by Lecasciana
I'm into conscious restaurants that serve organic and local produce. So I was about to try and make reservations for my friend's birthday, when checking their website, I saw the t-shirts they sell. I was shocked. One wonders if this restaurant is of good taste if their t-shirts show a smiley pig bleeding with a axe cracking its head!
The Details on Blue Plate
Know Before You Go:
Late diners beware: The kitchen tends to run out of dishes as the evening progresses.
The Extras:
If you have a musical request, ask the bartenders. They double as DJs, spinning everything from Digable Planets to Don Ho.
Parking:
The Bank of America parking lot, two storefronts up Mission Street, offers evening parking for a flat $7 fee.
What to Drink:
A fine wine list of around 50 bottles spans Europe and America.
Category:
Traditional American, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Celeb Hangout, Outdoor Dining
Cuisine:
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Message from Blue Plate
- Local Organic Ingredients
- Impressive Wine List
- Casual Neighborhood Spot
The Blue Plate opened in 1999 and was ennvisioned as a casual neighborhood spot where friends and neighbors could enjoy the best ingredients our seasons have to offer. The garden and dining rooms are each constructed from found objects, local materials and elbow grease. The comfortable interior frames the work of San Francisco artists and provides a casual venue for enjoying great food paired with great wine. At Blue Plate our kitchen always stays committed to using the highest quality local produce and meats in our New American and rustic Mediterranean dishes. We are only open for dinner and our menu changes daily as we work with local farmers to provide the freshest seasonal fare. We look forward to seeing you at Blue Plate for a glass of wine and some phenomenal food.
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