House of Prime Rib
Massive slices of roast beef and an old-fashioned atmosphere have made this historic restaurant a meat-lover's mecca.
(888) 808-7631
1906 Van Ness Ave
(at Washington Street)
San Francisco,
CA
94109
37.793126
-122.42289
Neighborhoods: Pacific Heights, North
Reviews & Ratings for House of Prime Rib
157 reviews
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Worst We've Had, What Happened?
by Wizard32
February 19, 2008
I used to come to this place for special occasions when my wife and I lived in the SF Bay Area. However, since I moved to Tracy (about 60miles away), I haven't been back here for about 8 years. A lot has changed in those years, and unfortunately for the worse. I brought 8 of my friends and my wife last Saturday (02/18/08) for our valentine's celebration, even rented a limo as we wanted it to be special for our wives, and drove all the way from Tracy to have dinner here. We were all very disappointed, and I am throroughly embarrassed for taking them there. What happened to the old place? That night's service was cordial with but a bit of rudeness, and you can tell they were not genuinely polite. Our server (Jason) *tossed* yes, tossed a piece of yorkshire pudding into the plate of my friend's daughter, her plate being a foot out of reach. After being confronted with it, he said how else was 'he going to get the pudding in her plate?' given the size of the table. Very tacky for such a place that's supposed to be one of the better places to eat in SF. Also, I don't know what reviewers here refer to as 'large portions'? Each person in our party ordered a different item from the menu so I had a glimpse of these 'large portions'. Let's just say, I was not full when I finished. The English Cut is just paper-thin slices of meat (the premise being that some folks say that thinly-sliced prime rib is supposed to taste better). Yes I may agree to that, but one would think it would at least have the same amount of meat as the House of Prime Rib cut (same price of $34.85) but no -- and the House of Prime Rib cut was not even that large to begin with. My friend's daughter (18yrs old and petite) had this to say about her fish dinner, and this sums it all up: "This is it?". Disappointing. Very Disappointing. I'm not taking anyone there again, ever. We should have gone to our other place we were considering, Hs Lordship's accross the bay in Emeryville.
- Pros: Ambience
- Cons: Service, Food Portions
Yes!
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Old-school deliciousness!
by unzipped
June 02, 2009
This is one of our favorite restaurants in the city. Old-school charm, lush red leather banquettes, professional well-dressed waiters, a sweetheart of a maitre'd, and a great bar. The prime rib is succulent and done to a turn, just how you like it (they even offer yorkshire pudding, something you just can't find anymore)! Portions are large and the service is impeccable. We have our holiday dinner here with friends every year, and invariably everyone loves this place. It's expensive, but for special occasions you can't beat it.
Highly recommended.
- Pros: Delicious food; sumptuous atmosphere
- Cons: None--really
Excellent Prime Rib
by Marcus0032
May 04, 2009
The best Prime Rib in town. They have excellent service and I have always had an enjoyable experience. I highly recommed to anyone who loves prime rib!
An oldy but a goody. Amazing Prime Rib.
by MrMoose111
January 27, 2009
This place hasn't changed since 1949. Dark style steak house like mood. Old red seats, fix ens that make you say, I remember eating that when I was a steak houses 20 years ago. The creamed spinach, yum. Lots of bacon flavor, the mash with the extras yum, wine selection is reasonable with the more expensive topping off around $110. The star of the show is the prime rib. Melt in your mouth goodness. Dinner for 4 was a bit over $300. A bit expensive but I guess for SFO not too bad. I'm impressed they don't serve french frys, even for kids.
Enjoy!
- Pros: Prime Rib in a classic environment
- Cons: Do the valet. Shady part of town at night.
Ho Hum....Snore by Booney E. at InsiderPages
Contributor
January 27, 2009
This place had a great prime rib but it appeared as if the staff was just a little to busy checking their cell phones to check to see if we needed any more wine. I wage much of my decision on the service being poor and not so much on quality of food.
best flavor of meat
by doublehh
January 26, 2009
loved the salad chop and honey butter
any true prime rib lover should get here asap
the herbs on the crust were good enough to eat alone
very fine wine selection as well
- Pros: nice price too
- Cons: service a bit slow
Classic by Judy B. at InsiderPages
Contributor
January 21, 2009
Great San Francisco steak house. If you have visitors in town and want to treat them to something special this is your place. The wine list isn't bad either.
Was vegan... till last night. This PRIME RIB CHANGED MY LIFE!!
by sjwharton
December 18, 2008
My first experience with the House of Prime Rib was AMAZING! One tip... get a reservation this place gets busy!
- Pros: Great wait staff
- Cons: None
