Firefly Restaurant
San Francisco, CA 94114
Phone: (415) 821-7652
- Cross Street:
- Douglass Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Comfort Food 2007, Comfort Food 2006, American Food 2005
- Hours:
- Daily 5:30pm-10pm
Message from Firefly Restaurant
Food you eat.
- $35 Prix Fix. Sun-Thurs.
- Yummy Seasonal Comfort Food
- SF Chron Top 100 Hall of Fame
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Editorial Review for Firefly Restaurant – by Daniel Liszt
The Scene
A metal firefly flickers above the door of this quintessential neighborhood gem. Inside the cottage-like nook, a cream-colored canopy tents the ceiling of both dining rooms, which are separated by white walls sporting stucco designs. Casually dressed servers bustle to the sounds of jazz, offering snappy service and helpful menu suggestions.
The Food
Ethnically diverse offerings change regularly, ensuring fresh specialties that sparkle. The only staple is the shrimp and scallop pot stickers, whose soft center is balanced by crunchy edges. Similar textures comprise the white corn pancakes that are served with sweet, slightly spicy shrimp remoulade. Polaroid-ready entrees taste as good as they look. All meats come from drug-free Neiman Ranch and classic, roasted preparations are sure bets, like Alaskan halibut surrounded by glowing English pea puree or sliced chicken breast paired with chunky new potatoes and fava bean mash.
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyFor $34, enjoy your choice of any appetizer, entree, dessert, and coffee or tea (Sun-Thu).
ParkingArrive a few minutes before your reservation -- street spots are typically easy to find in this residential 'hood.
Where to SitCouples should request the tucked-away table near the auxiliary entrance. Throw pillows and a bench-for-two make for a cozy experience.
User Reviews for Firefly Restaurant
02/08/2008 Posted by yxes2008
Like many people I never liked brussel sprouts, they were always so boring, and bitter to me. However, Firefly changed that in me. We ordered roasted brussel sprouts tossed in truffle oil, seasoned lightly! You must order them, they are amazing! The entire menu is delicious, and it is constantly changing. I would call and make a reservation, we had to take a 5:30, which is when they open because nothing else was available! This place is a must!
12/08/2006 Posted by stellak
It's been about 2-3 years since I've been at Fireflys. It's not because I didn't like the food; it's because I hope to try every restaurant in the City before I die. Here's the thing - I still think about the pork dish I had there. Scary, but it was THAT good. It was perfectly sweet, by-far the best pork I've ever had...EVER. My boyfriend got the steak and that was darn good too. We kept eating off of each other's plates. I highly recommend Firefly...and trust me on the pork. It really is that good.
Pros: Delicious, memorable dishes!
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