House of Prime Rib

07/06/09

This place sounds good

by xicanista at Citysearch

I'm gonna have to try it out.

03/24/09

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by mdro at Citysearch

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• Pros: sda
• Cons: sda

01/27/09

An oldy but a goody. Amazing Prime Rib.

by MrMoose111 at Citysearch

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.

01/26/09

best flavor of meat

by doublehh at Citysearch

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

04/18/08

Prime Rib, Yorkshire Pudding, etc... Yummy

by grub at Citysearch

Very tasty. You get what you pay for. Price is worth the portion and taste. Service was at par. When In San Francisco, I like to make time for this place.

• Pros: Prime Rib, yorkshire pudding
• Cons: Parking, take the cable car.

12/31/07

best prime rib of my life ... y punto!

by openville at Citysearch

I agree with all the reviews for The House of Prime Rib. This is THE place for prime rib. Please note, that the only choice you have in meats is what cut of prime rib you would like. That's right, no filet mignon, no bife de chorizo, or sweatbread here. The House of Prime Rib does one thing, one thing only, and one thing very well! I've had my share of prime rib, and the flavor of this beef and its sides is hands done the winner.

You should also come to the house hungry, because you will need a couple extra belt holes before you leave. I was full or sourdough bread and salad, well before the main dish made its dramatic appearance. One should note, that you can order a veggie platter, ask for steamed spinach instead of cream of ..., or have have fish of the day. But why? Why would you come here to eat fish ... really?!?!

The only con was the $20 corkage fee ... c'mon ... Other than that, we had a great meal.

p.s. - Make sure to allot a few hours for a nap after this meal.

• Pros: the prime rib ... best ever!
• Cons: corkage fee

07/01/07

Good even on a busy night!

by cshiba at Citysearch

Took my girlfriend and her family there for Father's Day. Of course it was busy because where else can you go in the city for a great meal? It's best to have reservations, believe me; however, where I was thinking that the wait would be a few hours was really under 20 minutes. As always, the service, the food and the atmosphere was great for our party of 6. We were promptly attended and never felt as if we were being rushed out of there. Even on one of the busiest days to go, it was still worth it.

01/10/07

Great food, full bar - prepare to make a night of it

by city1000 at Citysearch

Although wait times can be lengthy - the food is great! Salads, vegs, and steak/prime rib - can't beat it. Just know that you'll have to wait for a table - but the full bar service makes it fly by. Great atmosphere- highly recommended.

• Pros: Great atmosphere - full bar - tvs to watch football - food is outstanding
• Cons: Long wait, Parking (although there is valet)

09/21/06

WARNING: You Can't Take Home Your "Complimentary" Second Slice!

by hungrysf at Citysearch

Overall my dining experience was a good one, but there was one major flaw: YOU CAN'T TAKE HOME YOUR (Complimentary) SECOND SLICE! They never mentioned that to us, until we asked to have it boxed up. Bad move on their part and a great example of miscommunication, which could cost them repeat diners.

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When you eat at HPR you don't have to think about much...just the cut of beef you want to eat. 3 cuts (House Cut, English Cut and the King Henry VIII Cut) earn you the right to have a second cut if you can finish the first...on the house. Cool, right? Not so fast!

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Being the frugal gourmet I am, I was determined to eat my first cut (House Cut), which had to be at least 16oz, so that I could take home another juicy slice, along with my mashed potatoes, spinach, Yorkshire pudding and bread, for leftovers.

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The server asked if I wanted another slice, I said yes and he took away my entire plate with all my sides still on it. He returned with another small slice of beef and a small side of mashed potatoes and spinach. I was happy because I was going to eat a bite and get the rest boxed up.

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I asked for a box and only then did he say, "You can't take home seconds, not even the sides." (But he took my original sides away...I wanted those to take home!) He also told another table that wanted to take home seconds, "We don't do that. Everyone would do that then."

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Here's the problem...they don't mention this on their menu. They do mention however, that if you'd like a second cut of beef, you can have it. If I would've known that, I would've enjoyed my meal a bit more and not force fed myself...maybe that's what I get right? In any case they should inform their customers up front, who are paying a pretty penny.

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• Pros: Booth in the Beefeater Room, End Piece of Beef, Mashed Potatoes
• Cons: Seasoning Salt in Salad, Brown n Serve Bread, YOU CAN'T TAKE HOME SECONDS!

08/30/06

The Best Prime Rib in the city!

by mel415 at Citysearch

I can't rave about this place enough. It's an old-school, classy steak house that serves great food at a reasonable price. Their menu says it all... Prime Rib. It's what they're good at and what they stick with, simplicity. Not a combination place that tries to cater to everyone (ie. seafood/steakhouse)... this place is just steak. You choose your portion and how you'd like it cooked and the rest just comes with the meal! Table-side salad prep, potatoes to order, creamed spinach, etc. Sure it's crowded and loud and you have to make reservations... but that's what we keep coming back for! The wine list is pretty good, the martini's are cold and crisp and the beer hits the spot. Come in hungry and leave with your little red "take home bag"! Enjoy!