Bon Délire

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"Bon Délire is an Embarcadero hot spot with waterfront views. Ocean-watching goes especially well with the steak frites, chicken and speck croquettes, and croque monsieurs. We’re also fans of their Sunday brunch with a live DJ. Slide into a seat at the shiny U-shaped bar, order a basket of sliced baguette and butter, and cut into a quiche lorraine or custardy french toast." - julia chen 1, patrick wong

Go to Bon Délire for the scene and great French food - Review - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"Bon Délire is a sexy French bistro on Pier 3 that’s a bright spot among the tourist minefield that is the Embarcadero. Scooch in at the U-shaped bar next to aspiring DJs admiring the vinyl booth in the back, order a martini, and ready yourself for a lot of butter. The small plates are the best, like croquettes topped with airy folds of speck and the fist-sized croque monsieur. But some entrees are worth your time, especially the steak frites in a velvety sauce au poivre. Skip the seared scallop—it comes with beurre blanc and caviar, but at $23 for a single mollusk, you’re better off spending your money on three warm, crusty baguette baskets instead. photo credit: Melissa Zink photo credit: Melissa Zink And if you’d rather hide out here while the tourists and morning joggers clog the sidewalk, there’s also Sunday brunch, when omelettes and caramelized pain perdu rule the menu. Join the mix of visitors and Waymo super-users from nearby high-rises for the daytime dishes, which are just as solid and butter-laden as the dinner selection. Bon Délire is a great pick for a quick meal—your food materializes all at once within minutes of ordering. If you’re in the area with visiting relatives or need a fast, scenier-than-usual meal by the water, this spot has you covered. photo credit: Hardy Wilson photo credit: Melissa Zink photo credit: Melissa Zink Food Rundown photo credit: Melissa Zink Petit Croque-Monsieur An adorable appetizer that you’ll want all to yourself. Go ahead, order another round for the table. photo credit: Melissa Zink Chicken And Speck Croquettes These are cheesy, fried, and topped with ham. You’ll like it. photo credit: Julia Chen Seared Scallop Skip this. The one scallop isn’t conducive for sharing, and there are other equally decadent and more filling dishes. photo credit: Melissa Zink Steak Frites With Sauce Poivre A French restaurant is only as good as its steak frites, and this is an excellent version. The fries are on the thicker side, and should be used to sop up all of the leftover peppery sauce. photo credit: Julia Chen Pain Perdu This melty square of french toast comes with a chalice of chantilly crème on the side, which you’ll want to inhale like a Roomba. Quiche Lorraine A pleasant, straightforward brunch entree for anyone with egg blinders on. The crust is sturdy and flaky, and it comes with a side salad (for balance)." - Julia Chen

San Francisco’s Bon Délire Oozes Boozy French Bistro Charm on the Embarcadero - Eater SF

"Restaurateur Kais Bouzidi introduces his French upbringing with the opening of Bon Délire in San Francisco. In a tall and elegant waterfront space, Bouzidi offers a fresh perspective on a French bistro-slash-wine bar, serving classic dishes and strong cocktails, while spinning vinyl records and projecting movies on the wall. The menu, developed by Executive chef Vernon Morales and chef Te’Sean Glass, includes amuse bouche or small plates such as escargots and croque-madame, meaty mains like steak frites and 'Le Burger,' and desserts including pain perdu and warm madeleines. There's also a takeout window for lunch baguettes. The wine list is curated by sommelier Patrick Thillard and the cocktails by Jason Lam. Bon Délire took over the former Hard Water space at Pier 3, redesigned by Studio Terpeluk, featuring a horseshoe-shaped bar and DJ booth." - Becky Duffett

Bon Delire, a Waterfront French Bistro, Will Open on the Embarcadero - Eater SF

"A new French restaurant called Bon Délire will open next year in the former Hard Water space at Pier 3 on the Embarcadero. Owner Kais Bouzidi, who grew up in Paris and moved to San Francisco in his early twenties, is excited his third restaurant represents such a strong personal connection — and will move into the high-profile space on the Embarcadero." - Lauren Saria

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Carlos Manuel Sanchez Vazquez

Google

I had dinner here cause i walked by at noon and i loved the bar they have in the very middle of the restaurant. The restaurant is so beautiful and their staff is attentive and friendly. It is a bit expensive but everything is SFO is, so… a good experience after all I had an Endive salad (Fourme d’ambert cheese, endives, pears and candid walnuts). The salad was rich in flavor. Fourme dambert cheese is a french oldest blue cheese which i tried by first time. Although i didnt find it as tangy as other blue cheeses, is strong and goes amazingly with the candied walnuts. I also had a Prime onglet with poivre sauce and this is why my bad rate to the food: they could never meet the asked doneness. I gave back the first steak cuase it was medium rare and i asked for medium well. To my surprise the second steak, althought another one, was also medium rare. I ate it anyway, i find poivre sauce with lack of pepper and brandy Steak was ok. The bartender and manager kindly took the steak off the bill and invited me to come back again for the inconvenience. Unfortunately i left SFO today but i will surely go back soon

Sayana

Google

02/09/25 Came back to the restaurant for a brunch, walked in and we were lucky even though the restaurant was pretty busy. Food remains great, service is wonderful! So happy that Bon Delire has opened on Embarcadero in San Francisco! 🎉 I stopped by for brunch and grabbed a seat at the bar—such a great experience. The bartender was amazing—attentive, friendly, and made the whole vibe even better. The food? Absolutely wonderful. Every dish was beautifully prepared and delicious. And let’s talk about the cocktails—crafted to perfection! 🍹 The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and stylish, making it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy good company. I can’t wait to come back and experience dinner here. Definitely a new favorite on the Embarcadero!

Liz G.

Google

This place is amazing. The service is 5 star and the food along with the wine selection is superb. It's a small space, intimate and cosy. Almost like your neighborhood brasserie. The bar takes up most of the space. It's definitely not a place for large parties unless they have adjacent private rooms. Cool music playing that is definitely low enough to hear your party talk. It's a place with many small appetizers and 4 mains. Cheese and charcuterie are on the menu, which we didn't have. The deviled eggs, croque madame with truffle oil, and chicken were exquisite. You have to like salt for this place. Even the chocolate mousse was salted which I know sounds disgusting, but I loved it. The mousse was not super sugary, which allowed me to enjoy the true taste of the chocolate with a salty finish. It was very memorable. It's definitely a thumbs up for me. Get a reservation for indoors and I promise you won't be sorry. Cesar salad was good, along with the beet salad. Smaller portions. Oh, please don't forget the truffle fries. Thanks to the bar staff that just made the night extra special.

jenn kh

Google

My favorite restaurant in San Francisco. I stopped by this restaurant after a long walk along the Embarcadero, and to my surprise, it turned out to be the best culinary experience of my stay here. The food was delicious! And the service and atmosphere was perfect. Don’t hesitate to go. ! !

Sarah Larson

Google

Love me some French cuisine and a good martini! To start we had the bread basket and that butter was delectable. Then we had the croquettes and the escargot. The croquettes were delicious and the escargot was fine. The main steak frites was a show stopper. Overall, the food was delicious and a great place to stop for a quick martini and fries or for a full meal. Highly recommend!

Mathias Arkayin

Google

Delicious main dishes, friendly service, but TINY portions for high prices. If it were bar food that would be fine, but for a restaurant we walked out hungry after 2 apps, 2 mains, and 2 desserts. Apps: The beet salad was not a “salad” but rather 6-8 tiny slices. The tartar was good but nothing special. Mains: The salmon and burger were delicious and I’d return just for those. Desserts: Get the pain perdu. Skip the vanilla soft serve, the ice cream tasted artificial and way too sweet. Service: The bartenders didn’t know much about wine but the manager was very knowledgeable

Alvin Shiu

Google

Love the bartenders; so friendly! Food was great except the truffle fries were sad. Everything else was amazing including the sole and Madelines

Manana Hakobyan

Google

I checked out Bon Delire today for lunch. My overall ranking is 4 because in my opinion the plates were too small compared to the paid price. Food 4.7/5 I got the classic burger while my friends got the Croque Madam. My burger was tasty, but I disappointed that it didn't come with fries. Mr friends were happy with their plates as well. Service 5/5 Loved the service. When we approached the inside was full. The staff went above and beyond to organize cute seating area for us outside. They brought blankets as well. Atmosphere 5/5 If I go back, it is for sure for the vibes. The inside was so cute. Truly a french bistro, cozy and cute, reminding me of France. Presentation 4/5 Nothing special. But I also did not expect anything too artsy. I think it's quite good for bistro. Value 3/5 The small burger without fries or anything on the side was $20. In my opinion, price to value was not too great.

Sebastien T.

Yelp

You won't be disappointed by a trip at Bon Delire. You should visit often preferably with a friend or many. The decor is typical of a french brasserie and offers indoor/outdoor sitting. The menu collects very traditional dishes with a modern twist (yes, I know how it sounds...). I went with a couple of friends and we tried Oeuf Mayonnaise & Accras (cod fish croquette) as appetizers. The eggs had crab and a dash of chili while the accras were very creamy. So, accras as made with salted cod fish that can be - in some instances - be overly salty. However in our dish, the balance of salty/creamy and sweet was amazing.It seems the accras are covered with a very thin layer of honey) provides a delicious bite. And they are warm as in "freshly cooked when you ordered ". Next we tried the duck confit and white beans. The duck leg managed the difficult exercise to provide a crispy skin AND a moist meat (again not overly salty). The white beans were cooked perfectly. The dessert menu is carefully curated and we selected the madeleines. They are cooked on-demand, deliciously soft, served with chocolate and vanilla sauce (I assumed a light creme anglaise). It is very tempting to take one to go as well because you can't beat a freshly baked cake... They were by far the best madeleine I tasted. In summary, the food great, atmosphere, service and decor make it a great place to go (nice location too).

Meghan S.

Yelp

Almost a 5 stars but the prices are too high for the portion sizes. We got the camembert cheese roti (baked cheese), caesar salad, mussels and steak frites. The camembert and caesar were skippable. I am a huge caesar salad fanatic and this one just felt too small for the price. The flavors were nice but nothing special. The mussels were absolutely delicious. But we had a group of 3 and they gave us 5 mussels so we couldn't equally share. It'd be the little touches to give us 6 mussels that would help justify the price. The steak frites were also delicious and cooked perfectly. The fries were similar to in n out fries (in a good way). Again just little portions. I ordered a dirty martini ($17) and it did not come dirty. I love the vibes here. Very well done on the interior design. Service was great. I'd just like to see bigger portions or lower prices to feel like the food and drinks align with their price.

Jen K.

Yelp

I'll start with the good. Beautiful interior, great location, nice enough staff and delicious drinks- would have given all of that 4 stars. The food for the price is ridiculous! I'm used to spending $100 a person for a nice night out with friends (an sf given if you're going to nicer restaurants). This is $100 a person for almost NOTHING! The prices are sf average but the serving size is almost offensive. IF servings are going to be that small, it needs to be AMAZING food (it is just average). If prices are going to be that high and food average, it needs to be a decent serving. Something is not lining up at this place. Would go again for a drink at the bar as it is beautiful and drinks were good/worth the price, but sadly would never recommend for dinner.

Anne C.

Yelp

Really cute spot along the Embarcadero. Came here to try the croque madame and really really loved it. It was cheesy and hearty without being too dense or filling. Only reason for 4 stars is that it definitely is on the pricier side, and while it is very cozy and Parisian looking pretty interior, the seats are very close to each other. I'll be interested in coming back to try their weekend brunch menu!

Andrew S.

Yelp

This is a great new French restaurant ride along the Embarcadero. The space is really cozy with a giant counter and several tables around it. My friend and I came here on a Saturday night and shared the deviled eggs, oysters, Caesar salad, steak frites (10 oz New York) and the chocolate pot de creme. The food is 5 out of 5. The steak frites really hit the spot for us - there's nothing better than a steak cooked perfectly medium rare. The fries were also nice and crispy and we devoured those with the steak sauce. The oysters were nice and plump and the deviled eggs were a nice appetizer. I always get some greens these days and the Caesar salad was a great choice. The chocolate pot de creme was a good way to end the meal. Service was good and attentive. The restaurant is tight and can get really loud. With tax and tip, this was about $95 per person - a good value for the steak that we got. Highly recommended if you are in the area.

Sayana S.

Yelp

02/09/25 Came back to the restaurant for Saturday brunch. Food still good, they improved their French fries; service is great and nice ambiance. We were lucky to walk in, but recommend making a reservation.

Janeesah H.

Yelp

Came in for happy hour and sat at the bar, I was told I'd would only have 15 minutes due to reservations but they actually didn't end up moving me and the place wasn't even full. I enjoyed the food, I had the Croquettes and Petite Croque Madame. The croquettes were creamy and well seasoned. The highlight was definitely the Croque Madame the bread is toasted perfectly and filled with gooey cheese and ham. I just wish it wasn't so small, especially for the price, you're paying $10 for half a sandwich and it's only that price because of happy hour, so it's usually more expensive. The building itself is beautiful, it's right along the water. Staff were friendly and attentive. I'd go again for a special occasion.

Helen C.

Yelp

Great place for first date on the pier if you want to impress while keeping it to a quick meal. That's a nice way of saying this isn't your everyday French bistro and I'm unlikely to return. Food: Food here is not for sharing. Portion sizes are all very small. Caesar salad $16 was tasty and so was the leek salad $14. The "burger" at $20 wasn't bad but nothing special and it should be renamed to be Le Slider. It is very small and I could've eaten two. It doesn't come with any sides, no fries, no salad, nada. The dessert Pain Purdue $14 is a classic french toast and it was maybe the best thing we had. Service: I have never seen so many wait staff at a restaurant, especially just standing around chit chatting!! The space is small and there were 8 waiters in the front of house. There are so many of them that they kept running into each other and we got asked how our food was way too many times. Honestly, no wonder the price is so high for the food you get because they have to pay soooooo many of them to stand around! Ambiance: It is Instagram-mable but it is extremely uncomfortable. The bar stools are tiny and none of the chairs have a back to them (unless you are in the on seat at the booths) so good thing the food is tiny and that way you can eat quickly and go. Keep in mind that this means there's no where to put your jackets and there was no purse hooks under the bar table either.

Tammy H.

Yelp

Excellent place for date night/weekend brunch with friends. Think French bistro meets modern city cool with a waterfront setting. Indoor and outdoor seating. I work nearby, so I come here at least once a month. Love their selection of bistro classics, cocktails, French wines, and very attentive and speedy service. Kais (owner) is always so warm and welcoming. Great price point for the Embarcadero and you can come for cocktails, light bites, or a full-on dinner/brunch. A lively ambiance with vinyls spinning. Finally a spot near the ferry building worth going to. Can't miss: - Caesar salad - Truffle fries - Le Burger - Madeleines (served warm) for dessert - French 75 cocktails

Lin C.

Yelp

I booked the restaurant for a party of 2 initially and then were able to modify it for 4 people for a birthday which was really nice of them! We were able to swap out the frites for the steak for Parmesan truffle fries which was really yummy but not as crispy as excepted. The steak however was 10/10 cooked perfectly medium rare. The escargot are skippable. The tartare was a little plain. But the charcuterie board and truffle cheese were yummy. The restaurant is quite small and the bathrooms are located outside of the building down the hall in a shared office space. We reminded the host that it was a birthday and was hoping they could put a candle on the dessert we ordered but they forgot. All in all a really good vibe and wish they had more items on their menu.

Jess D.

Yelp

Cute small space creating an intimate ambiance. Great for a date night! The menu is what you would expect from a French restaurant. We tried the Croquettes, the Croquettes Monsieur, and the burger. All were solid but very savory. I think we might have wanted to see some sides or veggies to add to and enhance the meal a bit. Service was just OK. Super pricey but so is everything in SF :-) Glad we tried Bon Delire but wouldn't have a burning need to return.

Jenny H.

Yelp

Food and vibes were lovely, but expect the service to be on the slower side if you have a large party. The servers were super nice though, but the food took a long time to come out. Note that it can get pretty expensive! My party and I ordered the following items: * Truffle Fries - Delicious fat fries with truffle oil. * Deviled Eggs (2) - Eggs with dungeness crab was an intriguing combination. I enjoyed it! * Oysters - I didn't eat any, but it looked good. * Steak Frites (8oz hanger steak) - Decent serving size. I had leftovers given all of the other food on the table. * Caesar Salad - I LOVE a good caesar salad and this one definitely hit the spot. It's not just a tossed salad, but instead like large lettuce cups. Really great crunch and flavor. * Pain Perdu - French toast recommended by our server. It came out warm with a scoop of ice cream. SO yummy. * Chocolate Mousse - Nice and light with salt on top. * Vanilla soft serve with poached pears, hazelnut, caramel - Large serving size and really tasty. * Italian lemonade - Great flavor and pretty presentation! Adjust it to your liking.

Kai L.

Yelp

Go here and you're convinced that SF is back, despite the fact that the town.... really isn't. But coming here on a Thursday night the atmosphere was vibrant, energetic, and sceney (but in a good way). What a great addition to the embarcadero area! A french bistro with all of the things you'd want: great cocktails, delicious food, and cheese.... cheese.... cheese. Classic french dishes - like the escargot and steak au poivre - done right. Truffle fries with actual shaved truffles, not the fake truffle oil, that were perfectly crispy. What a delight. The poulet roti was absolutely delicious. Kitchen was backed up; so the dinner was 2+ hours. But good company, friendly service, and alcohol definitely made time pass. Hopefully once the kitchen gets its rhythm, the timing will be spaced a little better (long wait between the courses). I really don't understand the negative reviews about the loud music or the small portion sizes; this place is energetic and the portions were fine. It's expensive to run a business in SF, that's just a reality. If that's not your thing, go have your Bucca di Beppo in Campbell, boomer. But for everyone else, this place is definitely worth a visit.

Yvonne N.

Yelp

We finally got to check out Bon Delire and it did not disappoint! Service was good. The bar is pretty and ambience was popping! Here is what we ordered: Escargot: juicy Scallop and caviar: good NY Strip au poivre: fav cut Ribeye au poivre: ok Hanger au poivre: good King salmon with smoked roe: perfectly med rare Caesar salad Croque madame Soft serve vanilla with red wine poached pears, hazelnut, caramel sauce This is going to be part of our regular rotation! I would definitely recommend checking it out!

Alyson S.

Yelp

Cute, cozy, and casual French restaurant by the Embarcadero serving refined French cuisine. I didn't know what to expect walking in for lunch, but ended up pleasantly surprised by our meal. The roasted leeks were a cold refreshing starter. The truffle fries were addictive, though I personally could not taste the truffle. My favorite starter was the chicken and speck (prosciutto) croquettes. Crispy exterior, warm gooey interior, and packed with flavor. Everyone at the table enjoyed their main. I had the croque madame, which is a toasted sandwich with cheese and speck and topped with an egg. Overall, a solid French restaurant everyone should come try.

Wendy L.

Yelp

Bon Delire is a cute French restaurant in what I think may have been the old Planet Cafe location, and if it is, there is no trace of the prior restaurant. The decor of Bon Delire is beautiful and fits the French bistro vibe, even if it is lacking in comfort and functionality. I made a reservation for a weekday lunch, but I'm not sure it was necessary because the restaurant didn't fill up. Table seating is relatively limited as it's only available on the edges of the restaurant, and the bar seating in the center isn't particularly comfortable. The stools are narrow and quite close together, and for customers who have purses or bags, they provide a "handbag hook", but that just creates less elbow room and/or room for your legs. If you're seated in a stool, the host(ess) will take your coat and put it in their very small coat closet at the front of the restaurant. I was disappointed to be seated at the bar when I arrived at the relatively empty restaurant. My friend and I split the truffle fries, croque madame and broccolini. The food was good, though the small container of truffle fries created a Jenga-like situation in which we had to carefully pull out each fry. Service was chatty and friendly.

Vanessa D.

Yelp

Met up with some friends for drinks & dinner here - the old hard water spot - beautiful space as I recalled , absolutely buzzing bar scene, definitely not a walk in place on a weekend night - excellent food, we had an assortment of items, loved the caviar starter, chicken was very good I'm sure the steak frites would be excellent also based on how well executed the roast chicken was - service was attentive and friendly, would definitely recommend for sf locals and also taking visitors / out of towners to check out for an authentic SF vibe

Amber H.

Yelp

The customer service was absolutely exceptional. Every staff member went above and beyond to ensure a wonderful experience. They were incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making us feel right at home. The food was nothing short of amazing, with every dish thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavor. Not pictured are the truffle fries and Caesar salad, both of which were absolutely delicious and perfectly seasoned. The ambiance of the restaurant was also fantastic, creating a cozy yet stylish atmosphere that made the dining experience even more enjoyable. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or a special night out, this place delivers on all fronts. Highly recommend!

Cherylynn N.

Yelp

I'm trying to take advantage of every last bit of the nice, sunny weather and patio dining in the city before cold, fluffy season comes. And, Bon Délire was the ideal place to do it. They opened this week in the former Hard Water space. Takeout, indoor dining, and outdoor dining available. Dog-friendly. Rezzies on Opentable. M E N U Elevated French Bistro Fare. I believe there's separate lunch, brunch, happy hour, and dinner menus (only dinner available this week). Full bar. 5% SF Mandate. D R I N K * Belle Chasse Vodka, shaken w/ lemon twist ($14): https://tinyurl.com/26sdsfvu F O O D * Steak Tartare w/ cornichons, capers, potato chips ($18): https://tinyurl.com/mrx2sf4e Pretty solid rendition - rich, beefy flavor with herbaceous, strong briny notes and silky texture from the raw yolk. However, it was very salty with both the cornichons + capers. Served with crispy potato chips as a vessel. * Six Escargot w/ shallot port marmalade, garlic, parsley butter ($22): https://tinyurl.com/fdpvzrf Arrived sizzling hot, the escargot had a pleasant chewy texture with a delicious garlic buttery flavor, nice sharpness from the parm cheese topping, and sweetness from the shallot marmalade. * Steak Frites w/ sauce poivre: 10 oz Prime NY Steak w/ black peppercorn sauce ($44): https://tinyurl.com/5b5bvd86 - Requested rare/medium rare - Requested upgrade to truffle frites (+$10) Perfectly cooked, the new york strip was nicely marbled, tender with a chew. A classic accompaniment, the black peppercorn sauce was creamy, rich taste with slight notes of black pepper. Fries were showered with parm and few flecks of black truffle, a little cold but still good. Served with a creamy truffle aioli. Not sure if it was worth the $10 surcharge tho. S E R V I C E It's week one so they're still working out the kinks. Friendly staff, leisurely service. A M B I A N C E Modern bistro with a DJ booth (vinyl records) and horseshoe-shaped bar that they kept from Hard Water. Sidewalk seating for people watching. There's two tables outside the main entrance with partial waterfront views. No heat lamps. P A R K I N G Difficult metered parking but doable before 5 pm. Nearest lot is across the street at 201 Embarcadero (Seawall Lot) - $20 flat fee after 4 pm. Overall, Bon Délire is off to a good start serving tasty French bistro fare. Seems like a solid place for HH for dranks and small bites if you work in the area.

Midori L.

Yelp

I went to Bon Delire on a Monday night and they were pretty packed! Definitely would recommend grabbing a reservation if you can. Beef tartare: 4/5, was a bit salty but the beef/egg were fresh Escargots: 4/5, fresh but there was a slightly tangy flavor that I did not enjoy Steak: 5/5, the gravy was sooo good and the meat was cooked to perfection! French toast dessert: 5/5, perfectly balanced The restaurant was super cozy and the waiters kept checking on us.

Saad B.

Yelp

Le Bon Delire is a charming escape by the water, blending elegance and warmth effortlessly. It is perfect for date nights, a casual bite with friends, or simply unwinding with a glass of wine. The menu is full of delightful surprises, with the steak as a standout. Their wine selection is exceptional, thoughtfully chosen to complement the flavors. The service is attentive and welcoming, and the soothing music creates the perfect ambiance. This place is more than a bistro. It is an experience that leaves you wanting to return again and again. Don't forget to boo ahead as it's usually busy, especially on weekends!

Jen L.

Yelp

Fancy and cute spot for brunch. They did a really good job with their bar decor. We were seated there for two people. I went with the croque monseiur and we shared some fries. The food was pretty good but the miss was that they kept forgetting to serve us our drinks even though it was just a glass of wine

Amber D.

Yelp

If you want a ceaser salad with tuna, tomato and egg, ask for the "The Amber". It was delicious and such a great combo.

Katherine Z.

Yelp

The poulet roti is incredible when I first tried it -- I've never had chicken thigh that was tender yet smoky. I came back again last week raving about how this was the best chicken I've ever had, but was left sorely disappointed as the chicken lacked flavor. I'm a little confused by the experience and would likely not come back again, mainly because the dish was so inconsistent for a $40 chicken.

Josh W.

Yelp

Bon Délire truly lives up to its name. What a delightful spot for a late lunch! I had the Croque Madame, and it was perfection. The generous amount of comté cheese and the impeccable execution made it a standout dish. The service at the bar was outstanding. It was attentive and genuinely friendly. From the moment I was greeted by the host to the very end of my meal, it was clear that exceptional service is a core value here. Even at 1:30 PM, the place was buzzing with Financial District professionals enjoying business lunches. It felt lively and sophisticated, like a throwback to pre-pandemic dining life. Bon Délire has won a spot in my regular lunch rotation when I am in the office. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an elevated lunch experience in a chic yet welcoming atmosphere.

Angela D.

Yelp

I tried this restaurant for a lunch work and I was positively impressed. The food is delicious and yes, the portions are on the smaller side (I read another comment earlier) but rich in flavors and quality so worth the try and price. I loved the Croque madame and my colleague really enjoyed the steak! The lemonade is presented very originally! The location is convenient to both public transportation and parking across the street and along beautiful Embarcadero. The space is small so a little cozy, but well decorated and comfortable. The service is a little inexperienced and needs a little more training, but otherwise helpful and friendly. I look forward to trying it for dinner soon.

Manana H.

Yelp

Stacy L.

Yelp

A cute spot along the Embarcadero, though it was a bit underwhelming. We got seated immediately without a wait - went right after work on a Thursday. It was pretty busy so we were lucky. It's a very cute restaurant with a movie playing on the wall using a projector. The food portions were small so a little difficult to share. The croquettes were good though!

George S.

Yelp

Before I get to the food (very good) or the service (outstanding), I have to describe how utterly surreal it was to see a giant projection of a Kanye West concert on one of the walls inside the restaurant. That's the same Kanye West who said "I see good things about Hitler", "I'm going to death [sic] con 3 on Jewish people", and repeatedly made other insane dogwhistles that the ADL credibly linked with a rise in antisemitic hate crimes. The manager was initially pretty rude ("Can I help you? You have a complaint or something?" isn't an especially consolatory opening gambit when speaking to someone you think may have an issue at your restaurant...) but eventually explained that "someone made this video playlist for us, and we are not antisemitic and we do not like Hitler. I will pass on your feedback to the owners." Cool, I guess? I'm spitballing here guys, but maybe don't project a silent movie of a guy who does love Hitler and tweeted images of swastikas inside Jewish religious symbols on the *inside* of your restaurant if you'd like to avoid any confusing associations in the future? Anyway, other than the ambiance (they also had a DJ - cringeeee - playing in a small, very noisy space. What are you, Nusr-et? I guarantee the owner's favourite movie is Goodfellas or Scarface) everything was great: Lulu and Barry (may be mistaking his name, we shared a night cap with him) gave genuinely outstanding service and were lovely. The escargot were a little anaemic but the steak is one of the best I've had in the bay area, the duck special was amazing (could slice it a touch thinner, though), and the fries were exceptional. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: Cringe/5

Cristi L.

Yelp

Food was tasty! The beet appetizer was a good size for one person. Beets were tender & had good flavor. Served with cheese, walnuts, & a thick vinaigrette with fennel-tasting leaves. Burger buns tasted fresh & lightly toasted. I requested the burger medium-well done, as I usually do, & I liked it. Wasn't too dry & the meat didn't look pink anymore. The person eating with me had a more rare preparation (very pink) & they also enjoyed theirs. They have eaten there before & like the croque monsieur/madame too. My drink was the nonalcoholic cocktail Boulevardier. It tasted like a fruitier version of an aperol spritz. I didn't recognize the ingredients & wasn't expecting the flavor profile. People who like aperol spritz will probably enjoy it more than I did. Dessert was the in-house fresh madeleines that are sweetened with crème anglaise & melted dark chocolate. Soft & tasted good all together. Service was great! They coat check, provide bag hooks, & all staff was attentive throughout my meal. I came around lunch time & the inside was pretty full, some tables were available outside. Booth & stools inside, more tables with chairs outside. The restaurant ambience is a good balance of classic touches with some modern styles, sort of a more minimalist art deco look, which I enjoyed. It still has character & doesn't feel too empty, but still an airy, open space, with a lot of light during the day. It's on the pier so there is a view of water on one side. The music was more current songs, varying genres. Wide range of people & ages. Conveniently located where you can find parking in the Embarcadero center area/garage & street metered parking. Or even Ghirardelli square area & walk over. The bart & muni trains stop nearby as well. I would come back in the evening after dark & would try the steak frites with some wine. I want to have dinner with the cinema vibes & projector on next time. Excited to return!

Edmond T.

Yelp

Bon Délire is an amazing hip sexy French bistro on the Embarcadero (Pier 3) that's worthy of your time for 1) great French food 2) have an amazing time 3) great not so marked up wine list and 4) amazing cocktails. The U-shaped bar is wider than the previous "Hard water" set up and they did a great renovation to freshen up the space to make it inviting! The vinyl booth in the back, order a martini, and yes the grey goose martini ($18) is priced right! The small plates are great we had the beet salad, the beef tartare was served with the egg yolk that the server served it table side. The entrees are equally fantastic especially the steak frites in a velvety sauce au poivre and massive roast chicken with potatoes and chanterelles. It was perfect for sharing. The service from the team (think her name is Rebecca) is attentive, kind and efficient we adored her! Great night out in the city, very lively we had an amazing time

Janet S.

Yelp

Wonderful early evening dinner....gracious hosts at the door, outstanding service from Courtney (nod to the all the service personnel who tended our table!), delicious and inventive menu, fun vibe, excellent cocktails and wine choices. The seared scallop dish was outrageously delicious...the Caesar salad as well. Steak frites was perfect, the chocolate mousse rich and satisfying to finish off a lovely meal. Highly recommend.

LAIKA K.

Yelp

Paris vibes and fantastic French cuisine. We had the duck, the cod croquettes, and the endive salad. All of it was yummy! The service was great -- very attentive! This is going to be my new go to place!

Lily T.

Yelp

I've been twice, once for dinner and the other for lunch/brunch. Dinner was great - steak frites, lemonade, wine, etc. The server was also 100%, giving us spot on recommendations. I was excited to go back and was disappointed by lunch - they gave me a seat that had been already occupied by a previous guest, and the sandwich I got just was not good. The vibe was also better during the night visit, though location near the water is a plus for all times of day.

Christie D.

Yelp

This place is new and excellent! First, the staff are very friendly and accommodating. They truly try their best and do well! Secondly the food has such fresh ingredients! The home made mayonnaise and steak was amazing! The decor is super cute too. A bit echoey inside but lovely. We will def come back.

blaine s.

Yelp

Improve by honoring happy hour hours as advertised on website and google. I arrived before happy hour before 5:30 and was told my manager that it was over a 5:00 contrary to info on google and restaurant's website. Manager offered me free drink but I came for happy hour menu. I asked for a discount on dinner menu but manager refused. Honor.stated hours and remember customer is right. I spent an hour to travel only to be turned away.

S S.

Yelp

Gorgeous place. The service and food is excellent. I felt transported. Our dishes of endive salad, caesar , burger, and steak frites were perfect. My zero proof espresso martini was so fun! Thank you!

Mickey 7.

Yelp

Another grand slam for renowned restauranteur Kais Bouzidi. Kais has the pulse of the City and the expectations of those who appreciate quality dining experiences. A highly-respected and warm person, Kais has a formula for delivering exceptional service, cuisine, and experiences at his venues. The Financial District and Embarcadero is brighter for his hand in making San Francisco a world class destination.

Mark H.

Yelp

A wonderful addition to the Embarcadero area. Perfectly executed French classics! And a bang on cocktail program.

Renee J.

Yelp

Super friendly service. Excellent place to sit outside w your pup and people watch. Would come here after work for a cocktail.

Vaughn P.

Yelp

This is one my favorite new spots in the city and one of the best meals I've had while living here. We started off with a croque monsieur followed be some escargot. Both incredible and exactly what you want out of these classic French dishes. For the main, we elected to go with the special - a 28 day dry aged ribeye...cooked to perfection with massive flavor. Pain Perdue for desert which was essentially sweet French toast that melts in your mouth. The service and ambiance matched up to the eliteness of the food. We sat at the bar and made a nice acquaintance with a chatty bartend who seemed to truly enjoy his work. A projector displaying artsy cuts from music videos and live shows on the back wall coupled with lo-fi jazz beats bumping the whole time completed the loop. Everything about this place was classy. An absolute must try!

kat r.

Yelp

Had recently visited Bon Delire for lunch with gf our server was new but she was great in answering our queries..we had Cesar salad, the saucisson, steak tartare, steak frites and soft serve and delicious baguette n butter that butter yazzz yummy..only pet peeve is that they don't serve their escargot for lunch! A total miss!..would have been a five star for me..great ambience n yummy dishes. Will be back again..

Eric B.

Yelp

I wanted to like this place more. It's a French style brassiere with a cool vibe, but the food we had was just okay for the price. We had the steak tartare, escargot, truffle cheese and madelines. I did think the steak frites was pretty good especially the sauce.

Ann S.

Yelp

Very good restaurant! Wanted steak frites and escargot and it did not disappoint! The place is really small I would recommend reservations.

loretta y.

Yelp

Food,service, & ambiance . Seating for dinner very uncomfortable. Food presentation very plain, a slab of fish with nothing else around it. Steak tartar bland needed seasoning. Wine pour very small, no restrooms you have to walk out of the restaurant & down a hall to go to a public facility. Good for just cocktails & happy hour.

Charlie W.

Yelp

This place is amazing. Feels like a cool restaurant in Marseille. Food is great and they do a great job with French food which not every French restaurant does. Vibes are amazing. Owner is so nice and talks with everyone. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back.

John L.

Yelp

A+: decor, music, ambiance A: hospitality and service B: food quality, preparation D: portion size and price Overall: C+ I would only recommend going here if someone else is paying. Very nice people, awful prices.

Jamal B.

Yelp

This place has atmosphere, friendly staff and food to lick your fingers clean. Took my lovely gf to dinner and we were more than satisfied! Will go back again, hopefully soon!

Brian G.

Yelp

The priciest unsatisfying meal I can remember. I had looked forward to Bon Delire since seeing the press announcement. Our recent lunch got off on a bad footing from the start, when the hostess seemingly ignored what we had booked and attempted to seat us at the bar in front of the door. She tried to sell us on accepting this poor seating by telling us we'd need to wait for what we booked--which was a standard indoor table, not bar. We said we would wait. Lo and behold, two seconds later a table was provided. The table next door was vacant also. What gives, we both thought. Our first glasses of chardonnay arrived warm. I had never before sent anything back, but I did ask for re-pours. We ate Le Burger, fries (sold separately), a Caesar salad, and the pan bagnat. A pan bagnat is basically a Nicoise salad on bread, I've eaten one in its birthplace, Nice. Bon Delire's rendition was sadly terrible, stale bread and tuna that was so dry it wouldn't swallow. I left half on the plate. Le Burger was okay, if a tad dull. The Caesar was lacking in dressing, so it too was tough to swallow. Bon Delire does have a nice drinks program. Aside from warm wine at the start the rest of what we had was nice. Pricy however. Three glasses of wine, a martini and a Paloma cocktail was over $100 alone. All told, our bill was $250, which we would have shrugged off (though we are working class people) if the meal had been better.

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