Bombay Brasserie

Outstanding food, quiet'ish atmosphere, decent-to-great service, but VERY high prices*. I had the limited-time "Holi" menu, which for the $70 (including many delicious courses!) was an absolute steal for this place. Their normal pricing is definitely on the high side, even for upscale hotels. But if your budget allows, this'd be a stellar place to take a date or your parents or even just treat yourself. Every dish and drink I had was SUPER-DELICIOUS, with fine presentation as well as great flavor & texture. And to my happy surprise, I was 100% stuffed after the prix fixe Holi menu, whereas these sort of menus often provide artful food but not enough of it. The meats were tender, the breads were perfect, the veg dishes were prepared masterfully, and even my breakfast potatoes were seasoned and crisped to perfection! (why is it otherwise so hard to find deliciously crispy and flavorful breakfast potatoes nowadays?!) The waitstaff that helped me were competent, professional, and attentive. My water glass was never empty. Even better, I heard and watched some of the interactions with other patrons and some of the other waitstaff were even more helpful, engaging, and friendly. * I've not incorporated pricing/value into my ratings here because, well, you can see the pricing online but you can't taste the food or experience the service, so I figure it's more helpful when reviews focus on the latter aspects :)

.An Unforgettable Dining Experience Dinner exceeded all expectations, the dishes were not only delicious but bursting with flavors that were truly incomparable. Each bite was a testament to culinary excellence. To top it off, the service was nothing short of phenomenal: attentive, warm, and seamless throughout the evening. A wonderful experience from start to finish!

We went here for dinner and breakfast. Food is good overall but nothing wow yo remember. Yoghurt croquettes were worth trying. Lamb roganjosh was delicious. Disappointed with the dessert mango kulfi. Breakfast was decent with Akuri and crab Benedict.

As an Indian, I can safely say this was a very satisfactory experience & just expected out of Taj. While the food isn’t mindblowing, it’s also worth a praise. The service is quick & gracious. The vibe is upscale. Tried the dal makhani, butter chicken, naan & aloo tikki. Besides the average tasting naan, everything else was tasty. Bombay Brasserie needs more recognition & foot traffic.

Not my first time to Bombay Brasserie…and definitely not my last. They always treat us like family where the hosts check in with a warm smile and a chat. Food is always delicious no matter what you get. Don’t miss the coconut crab soup especially on a cold foggy day in SF. There are also plenty of options to choose from where anyone will find something they like as well as something they WANT to try. Special shout out to the master bartender David for being a wizard of delicious cocktails.

We celebrated our anniversary dinner at Bombay Brasserie in the Taj Campton Hotel, and it was a remarkable experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely exquisite—special shoutout to the Bhel Chaat, which was an explosion of flavors, the Crab Soup, which was rich and comforting, and the Paan Drink, which was uniquely refreshing. The Coconut Cream Brûlée was the perfect way to end the meal—a delightful fusion of textures and flavors. The service was impeccable; the staff were incredibly professional, attentive, and friendly, ensuring every aspect of the evening was flawless. The ambience was enlightening and added a sophisticated charm to the celebration. A standout moment was when Chef Thomas personally came by to check in on us multiple times, which is such a rare and thoughtful gesture these days. This was an unforgettable dining experience, and we can’t wait to return for another celebration soon!

The only reason we dined here was because we were staying at Taj Crampton through Amex FHR program and had dining credit. Compared to other Indian restaurants nearby, the food this place is overpriced.I mean for $22 for 2 Aloo Paratha is overboard. Our server however was really friendly and that made up for the high prices.

We had an amazing experience at Bombay Brasserie! The food was creative and beautifully presented while still staying true to the authentic flavors we know and love. The rasam especially was a huge highlight for us - it was so incredibly flavorful and satisfying that we kept ordering more rounds alongside the rest of our meal. We also ordered the paniyaram, truffle paneer, ricotta kofta, and bisi bille bhat, and all were made to perfection. It's wonderful to see the South Indian classics we grew up on in the spotlight of modern/upscale cuisine, and Chef Thomas and team have created something that feels innovative without compromising on the "roots" of South Indian cuisine. Will definitely be back!

We went to Bombay Brasserie for dinner on Christmas and enjoyed it! We had combined it with a visit to Union Square. Sadly the Christmas tree experience at Union Square has deteriorated over the years but we were glad to end it on a high note with dinner. As others have noted they did seem to be short staffed so it was hard to get their attention, however our server Lilian was super efficient and kind. We enjoyed the wine more than the cocktails. The butter chicken was one of the best I have had in the bay area. Definitely expensive but worth a shot especially if you are in the area. We went with our toddler and while they did not do anything special for him like offer a sippy cup or a kids menu - we did not feel uncomfortable bringing him which was nice. We did have to park the stroller in the lobby which made me slightly uncomfortable.

Ate here using my $100 credit from booking a room. Food wasn't bad, I've definitely had better Indian food but this place was decent. We were walk ins to dinner and the server asked if we had reservations and we said no. She stated that she could seat us but we'd have to be gone within the next hour and a half. That's fine with me because we ate within 45 min. I ordered the curry prawn with basmati rice, I'd skip next time considering the curry came with 4-5 pieces of shrimp is an orange curry sauce. I think next time I'll opt for the Bistro menu instead of eating Indian food.

I went for dinner as I had $100 in credit via the hotel upstairs, I do live in San Francisco. First of all, good god what is with these price points? I assure you that this is not "what Union Square costs". Even the Times Square Olive Garden manages to keep prices not silly. I got the Chicken Biryani ($36) and the garlic naan ($8), with just sparking water ($12!) to drink. Both were perfectly fine, but the portions are all out of wack. The biryani could have probably been split by two people but it was only one piece of naan. The dining room is decent, but nothing special. It was not busy on a Thursday night, so the party of 7 tech bros (that's gender neutral) dining clearly on the company tab and discussing their favorite tech conferences was the main thing I could hear. Now the service: If you're going to put 18% automatic gratuity on absolutely every check, make sure it isn't disjointed and slow, especially if you think your place is "fine dining". Also fix your front door so it, you know, opens? Absolutely skip this place unless you have credits from upstairs or I guess like to spend $75 for one person to have chicken, rice, bread and water. I highly recommend going to Rooh about a mile away instead if you want actual Indian fine dining in a far superior environment with actual service.

Went for breakfast. People joke online "Japan is living in 2050." It should be the Bombay Brasserie is living in 2050. Slow service (15 minutes for water, 30 for everything else.), cold food, and people getting up and leaving consistently, and a whole host of other things. How are they living in 2050? They add an 18% automatic gratuity to your bill. "We're going to give you a bad experience and you'll still be required to tip." They've cracked the code. I've been sitting here for about an hour and a half. No refills on my water, and I still haven't received my check. There are several diners in Union Square with cheaper, better food. Just go to one of those. ETA: Ah, everything takes an extended amount of time except for the check. They'll make sure you receive that quickly after asking.

Right from the romantic ambience to the food and the service is to die for, John, Edwin and Lillian served us so well and even all the other staff. Lilian really went out of her way to make us feel so welcomed and the manager even offered to give us free valet parking when shared that we parked on the adjacent street. We order lotus roof kofta, chicken biryani, naan and lamb soup. Really enjoyed the cocktails as well. It was sooo good and I could feel the quality and freshness of the ingredients in the food and drinks. They even gave us desert(complimentary) when we shared that it was our anniversary last weekend. Made us feel so special. Thank you Taj, for sharing your warm hospitality with us.

Very good for a hotel restaurant. They say they have the flavors of India with a French twist. Went here for breakfast while I was staying at the Taj, and even though they were listed as closed for the day (Sunday), they were in fact open for breakfast. I ordered a mango lassi and a Campton Benedict. The mango lassi came with a small diameter paper straw and was very hard to drink, but had good flavor. I should have asked for a spoon to make it easier to consume. The Campton Benedict is a crab cake benedict and was filled with minced crab. I was surprised at how much crab was in it. Crab cake benedicts can be very hit or miss, but this one was definitely a hit. Nice and crispy on the outside of the crab cake. When I ordered, they asked me how I would like my egg poached, which is very rare. Most places don't like poaching eggs and just give it to you however it comes out. I ordered it soft poached for that good runny yolk perfect for a benny. Came out perfect! Served with potatoes, even though it isn't stated on the menu. Very attentive servers that made sure my water was always full. This can be an issue for me at some places because I drink a lot of water very fast. The dining area was very upscale yet relaxed feeling. Not loud at all and perfect if you're hungover and just looking for a place to eat in peace. They have single use ketchup on the table, which is common at more upscale places and I prefer it because I've seen the way some people (and their kids) use their condiments. When the bill came, saw a mandatory gratuity charge, which I was not a fan of. I believe it was 18%. And maybe it was on there because I was using a breakfast credit and some people don't tip? Not sure, but there was no mention of it before and I'm not a fan of that. If it's mandatory, just build it in to your pricing or list it on the menu. Overall, good food. Just not happy about being surprised by a mandatory gratuity charge. Also, a tip for the wise: be careful ordering the "Indian Breakfast". Depending on your selections, the food may be cheaper ordering a la carte than at their meal price.

We had a lovely breakfast during our brief stay at the Taj Campton. We ordered the Indian breakfast that came with a mango lassi (delicious) and masala chai tea along with our choice of entree. The masala chai was good but not as flavorful as I wanted. I got the omelette and my husband got the lentil pancakes. Both entrees were very tasty. The service is superb and if you get there early, you can get booth seating which makes the dining experience so much more comfortable and enjoyable. Would highly recommend this hotel and eatery!

TL;DR - Very good food, but the service could ruin the whole dining experience. We were really excited that this upscale Indian restaurant opened in SF and couldn't wait to try it. We were celebrating two 50th birthdays and wanted to end the day with a nice dinner. We reserved a table for 5 PM, and they were very accommodating when we called that afternoon to reschedule for 7:30 PM. We were greeted by a friendly hostess and seated immediately. The restaurant was almost full, but only two servers were taking food and drink orders. Both of them came by to take our order, and we received our drinks without any delay. However, there seemed to be some confusion. Our food was delayed significantly, and we had to ask a couple of times for water refills. When we expressed our dissatisfaction with the service, the gentleman who served us appeared visibly unhappy. The unfriendly servers and the delay in food delivery really detracted from the overall experience. The hostess, who seated us and tried to help the servers with water refills and drink service, was very friendly and did her best, but it was clear that she wasn't in charge. Now, onto the food--this was the highlight: Le Tandoor - King Salmon: Perfectly cooked with the right flavors. - Prawns: Too salty and overcooked. This was the only disappointment - Bhatti ka Murg: Rightly spiced, juicy chicken thighs grilled to perfection. A Partagez - Chicken 65: Very good, with authentic flavors and the right amount of spice. Les Plat - Kerala Beef Pepper Fry: Excellent, with authentic local Kerala beef fry flavor, served with Kerala Porotta. Mandatory 18% gratuity was a mood killer too, especially when the service didn't deserve that

Enjoyed a wonderful meal with wife and little one and would highly recommend. Thanks to Lilian and Eligeo who made a solid team and expertly managed a busy floor, frequently swinging by to check on our needs despite a high volume of customers coming through for a Friday night dinner. Overall: solid customer service, nice ambience and a place where the food and drinks come out at just the right pace such that you don't feel rushed. The food presentation and quantity is akin to a tapas-style where dishes are easily shareable and if you're hungry or in a group, can definitely try a few items across the menu to get some variety. Food: Duck samosa - looked a little bit more like an empanada - but overall a nice variation on a typical samosa. We also tried some dahi puri (slightly more like a traditional dahi puri) and paniyaram (latter reminded my wife of the spice profile of her mom's home cooking). Main course lamb ragonjosh had a nice kick and just right on the spice. Cocktails: Adraki Punch and Paan, with the latter especially with a notably smooth finish. Dessert: Ended with a coconut pudding pictured here which is dairy free (wouldn't have been able to tell). Great offering if you have any folks in your party who have a dairy allergy - but I'd choose it again even if that were not the case.

Food was fresh tasting and well prepared. Just the right amount of spice level. Waiter was kind but had too many table to cover. Beautiful room to enjoy a fantastic meal. Their sister restaurant is in London, how cool is that.

Good food, portion sizes could be bigger but tastefully done altogether. Innovative dishes.

Oddly uneven, no pun intended. We were guests at the Taj Campton and expected some serious star power, Bombay style. However, the dining room looks very tired and desperately needs a redesign. Started out with beverages - had two glasses of Pinot Noir, while wifey went for the zero-proof cucumber cocktail - said it tasted like shikanji/nimbu pani - very good. The pappadum with chutneys were also good, but the mint chutney was only a small smear, barely covering the bottom of the tiny condiment bowl - why so little? I had the Kashmiri Roganjosh - spicy lamb curry - and it was indeed very good. Wifey had the duck samosa - proclaimed them fabulous. But the charred eggplant was without any flavor except "charred" - and very little yogurt sauce on the bottom of the plate. Ordered saffron infused rice pilaf and sent it back - it was lumpy, greasy and zero saffron. The best dish of the entire meal was the coconut pudding dessert. Wifey liked the carrot halwa, and the black tea - same one they use to make masala chai. Service was overwhelmed (not even full on a Saturday night) and rather disorganized. The female Indian manager was very sympathetic and removed the rice and the eggplant from the bill. I guess we're spoiled, having gone on culinary trips to India. This definitely was not it.

Food was absolutely AMAZING! Service was good too! The scallops were so flavorful and literally melted in my mouth. Best scallops and grilled salmon I've had so far.

Had heard amazing things from friends and so came to check it out. Absolutely, loved it! For apps, we had: - Avacado bhel: refreshing and yummy - Salmon: incredible! No idea how they made tandoori salmon so tender. Must try. - Coconut and crab soup: I thought it was ok, but my son loved it. For mains: - Lobster thermidor: I liked it. My son loved it. - Beef pepper fry: universally loved - Roganjosh: My wife and I liked it. But we have had better. Service was good. They got super busy half way through our meal ... but we still felt the food came out more or less on time. Highly recommend it.

Came here for dinner and really enjoyed the food and the ambience. We had: - Tandoori king salmon: perfectly cooked and seasoned, love the smoky taste. This is my favorite I'd come back just for this! - Crap soup: comes with ginger bits making very light and warm but still so flavorful - Beef pepper fry: very good and huge portion! - Shrimp mango curry: can't go wrong with this The cocktails and the kulfi dessert we had were also fantastic. Service was amazing, the chef even came by every table to make sure everyone was happy. The restaurant decor is so pretty and unique but still feels upscale and cozy. Overall a super great experience, I'd definitely be back to try all the tandoori dishes!

Delicious food full of flavors, great attentive service, moderate upscale vibe without being too much.

What an experience! It was great to see the restaurant at the Taj Campton Place open after rebranding to Bombay Brasserie. The food was amazing and the restaurant space is beautiful. There were so many wonderful options on the menu. I can't wait to return and try more things. My favorites were the Chicken 65 starter and the Tandoor King Salmon. It was such pleasure when the chef came out to greet us and talk about the menu. I highly recommend you check out this new gem in Union Square. Be sure to stop in at the Bistro Bar for a drink!

Absolutely wonderful experience. I was treated so well by everyone, from the waiters to chef. A quick conversation with the waiters made me realize that they were all SF residents, which is a rare find. The ambiance is modern and elegant. It felt like I was in a fancy restaurant, but the food was moderately priced for being in the heart of SF. As for the food, everything was delicious. Right when I thought I was eating an Indian food I know, I was surprised with an exciting twist which made the food even more delicious. There are options for any and all, from filet minion to butter chicken. A must try is the coconut crab soup which blew us away. It was really rich and creamy! Will definitely be going back again.

Bad bad stale food. Everything was bad and over priced. 40$ for a vegetarian main which was less than a cup of veggies. Cold naan. Unbelievable. Had to ask for everything at least 4 times to get any service. Bad bad. Don't go for a while till they work out all these issues. Ps : torn napkin was the final charm

Having long enjoyed the Bar at the Campton Place Taj, and enjoyed in the past their Michelin starred restaurant, I was curious to try the new Bombay Brasserie that has replaced the restaurant (which closed during Covid). Obviously, comparing this brasserie to the old Taj's wonderful restaurant would be unfair. They are two very, very different animals. I know there is a Bombay Brasserie in London that is very successful (I have not tried it); the English appreciate Indian cuisine (which is practically the first real cuisine they had ever been faced too), so I guess that British Bombay Brasserie is genuinely very good, and I expected to be agreeably surprised here at the Taj. But I was a little underwhelmed with this San Franciso version. Indian specialties are good, albeit not exceptional, but other dishes are certainly not unforgettable. We had an Aloo Tiki, which was quite pleasant, a chicken Peema Parmentier that was OK, a Kashmiri Roganjosh that was good, a halibut that was a little bland. For dessert, we had a Gulab Jamun (two miniature pastries with a tasteless ice cream), and a uninteresting chocolate mousse. I know this is a "brasserie," but real brasseries in France serve sometimes exceptional quality food, with a great, eclectic choice, and all sort of wines, beers and other beverages. The wine list here is anemic at best, and so is the desert menu -- with desserts that are neither imaginative, nor actually very good. As for the "dessert wines" list, it is also very limited and offers only half-bottles (no glasses!), and... well, champagne is not a dessert wine! The service is not friendly, and much too stuffy for a "brasserie" -- even if it pretends to be somehow "elevated." Strangely, the staff of the old restaurant, which was excellent and not so stuffy (especially for a two-Michelin-star restaurant), was much more welcoming and friendly. The service was really the low point of this experience -- and the fact that, notwithstanding the time at which you arrived, the lights start telling you at 10:00 pm that you are expected to leave. I know that it is practically impossible to have a late dinner in San Francisco, but hospitality is what restaurants are meant to be in business for.

On a weekend trip to SF with great friends, I saw the name and popped in to ask if the restaurant was any relation to the Bombay Brasserie in London, which I love - and it is! My friends decided to book a table for the next night, Aug. 24, which turned out to be this location's "soft open". Starting with a warm greeting, beautiful table and lovely, serene upscale decor, then onto absolutely wonderful food, we had a great meal and a great time. My 1 friend has an allergy for particular peppers and our host and then our Chef! came by to make sure all was well with our - and especially his - meal. It was a delight. 5 stars and then some. Fresh ingredients, memorable flavors, really stunning all round. How fun to be there at the start of what I hope becomes as beloved as the London location. Bravo Chef and staff and thanks for taking such care of my friends and I.

Good food and service. The mussels were amazing as well as the beef fry. Overall good experience.

We recently dined at Bombay Brasserie! I must say food was absolutely to the point! Delicious and authentic flavours! Our most favorite was Truffle Paneer, Avacado bhel and Dal Makahani. Amazing experience!! Courteous staff! Very good ambience! Look forward to visit again soon. Highly recommended!

Here's how this restaurant stacks up in different categories: Food was 4/5 / Service was 4/5 and Decor is 2/5 We had the following Chicken 65: Good, not great. Aloo tikki chaat: very good Rogan Josh - 4/5: great flavor and decent quantity for SF but meat was a bit dry Butter chicken: Very good and tasty and reminded us of India Dal makhni: Very good though I've had better Saag with kofta: very good Overall I will definitely go back but I would hope they do something about making the place a little cozier and less bright - feels like you're eating in a wedding hall at a B-grade wedding in India. Lights are too bright and the decor seems to have been done by a guy who did the other 50 mediocre Indian restaurants in the US. So dated and boring - not just traditional but boring as hell. It feels a bit sad going into this restaurant and it feels like there is no real feel or ambience because they've got booths on one side and tables and chairs throughout the restaurant like a wedding hall. White lights, fake plants and boring carpet - are we back in the 80s Denny's diner?

Food, Service, Ambiance, Location, Courteous Staff are worth the time and money. Loved everything about this restaurant and Executive Chef Thomas George is full of creativity in presenting best dish ever !

Excellent food - the tandoori salmon was exceptional Chef came out and talked to every table

We went here to celebrate a friend's birthday. Food was good and Dal Makhani was a trip straight to heaven! Service was slower probably because they were short staffed. Hopefully, it gets addressed soon. Ambience is good!

A great addition to the Bay area dining scene. Excellent food and service. Food was not too oily and greasy, unlike a lot of Indian restaurants. The prawns and lamb curry were delicious. Will definitely be back.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Bombay Brasserie at Taj Campton Place. Chef Thomas wowed us with a multitude of dishes that incorporated traditional Indian flavors and techniques while pushing the boundaries of anything I could have expected. Everything was delicious, and stars of the evening were the rich and delicate crab and coconut soup, and the tandoori king salmon. What a gorgeous space and presentation was outstanding! We didn't even take pictures we were so eager to devour everything!

Food was fantastic, the cocktails were superb and the decor is lovely. The tandoori salmon stood out as the favorite with our group. Chef Thomas took the effort to check in with each table ensure everyone was happy. If you're looking for authentic Indian food with a lovely ambiance, this is the place to go!