Chez Maman East

French restaurant · Potrero Hill

Chez Maman East

French restaurant · Potrero Hill

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1401 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94107

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Chez Maman East is your cozy Potrero Hill bistro serving up comforting French classics like rich mussels and an unforgettable burger, complete with a charming atmosphere perfect for low-key dates and delightful brunches.  

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1401 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94107 Get directions

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$30–50 · Menu

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+1 415 655 9542
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"We wish there was a Chez Maman on every corner. This French spot is always packed and with good reason—they serve French comfort food, like roast chicken, pork chops, paninis, salads, and crepes that are good for both weeknight dates and quiet Sundays when you just need to space out and dive headfirst into a bowl of French onion soup." - team infatuation

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The Best Restaurants in Potrero Hill - Eater SF

"Chez Maman serves the kind of delectable French food your mom used to make — if your mom was a French woman who was not afraid to use a ton of butter, poured generous amounts of wine, and always thought you should order dessert. Because those odds are low, that's one more reason to dine at this tiny 10-seat restaurant (plus a bar where you can eat). Must-order dishes include the French onion soup, escargots, any of the mussels, and the “basic” burger, which is anything but basic. The crepes are très bonne as well, but skip the savory version and order a sweet one for dessert." - Daisy Barringer, Eater Staff

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Chez Maman East Review - Potrero Hill - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"At Chez Maman in Potrero Hill, you can get things like mussels and fries, French onion soup, and roast chicken to go with your garlic mashed potatoes. None of the food is overly showy, but it’s a level of comfort food that’s hard to beat—this spot feels like the neighborhood restaurant that everyone should be fighting to be close to their house. Head here for a low-key date that’ll impress whoever you’re with, even if you aren't trying to." - Will Kamensky

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Highly recommended the Burger, Mussels, truffle fries, steak and carbonara

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Patricia Hu (patthaipat)

Google
Be prepared for a wait—there’s often a long line, but it’s absolutely worth it. The food was fantastic overall. The escargot is a must-try: rich, garlicky, and perfectly cooked. The sole was incredibly tender and flavorful—definitely a highlight. The French onion soup, while comforting, was a bit too salty for my taste. I also tried the crepe, which had a great texture and was well-executed, though slightly salty as well. Despite that, everything was delicious and full of character. Would return!

Debbie Lowe (3jamigos)

Google
Love this neighborhood Gem, Chez Maman East along with its sister restaurant Chez Maman West in Hayes Valley. I usually get a burger or roast chicken but opted for their Nicoise Salad. A generous bowl Filled with fresh crisp greens, green beans,, tomatoes, potatoes, eggs and topped with 3 slabs of ahi tuna. A light vinaigrette along with an olive tapenade ties the salad together. Solid! We finished with dessert, Pain Perdu is like a cross between bread pudding and French toast, and apple tart., warm, flaky covered with ice cream. Service was friendly and efficient. We were there early since we were going to the Valkyrie’s game, an easy walk DOWN to Chase Center, we avoided the crowd that started filling the place as we were leaving. This is French comfort food, in a cute setting. It gets crowed and noisy which adds to the ambience!

Jason Siow

Google
I got the Angus Beef Burger, medium rare, with the salad side. The portions were generous, the food was seasoned perfectly, and the bread was so good it tasted amazing even with just the salad! It was perfectly value for money, with the Beef Burger going for just $20! Would definitely come back again to try their other items!

Yusheng Xia

Google
Highly recommend their French Onion soup! The layout of the restaurant was really neat and the atmosphere is fun or a date night. Wait times for a table could get long as it is a popular place but we were able to get seated really quickly at the counter.

Alexica Qian

Google
Walk in around 6:00. Everything is perfect. The French onion soup, snails with baguette as the appetizer, followed by the duck legs with truffle fries, ended with white peach sorbet and apple tart. I’m satisfied here.

Dejon B

Google
Chez Maman East, was the perfect spot for an early dinner on a gray drizzly Sunday. We sat outdoors on their covered patio and stayed plenty warm while we could smell the fresh rain in the air. The weight staff was accommodating and patient as we decided on our orders and brought extra plates since we split entrees. The food came out quickly and everything was as expected. I was once recommended the burger back in 2012 and it's taken me until 2025 to try it and it didn't disappoint! The fries are also delicious and crispy on the outside with fluffy potato on the inside so I would recommend trying that out. Overall it was a very rich and filling meal with the perfect atmosphere to catch up with friends. If your driving be prepared to find street parking in the neighborhood. In my case it was easy to find parking on the same block. Bonus points, our waiter had beautiful penmanship that he left a note on our receipt.

Ms. San Francisco Real Estate Janice Lee

Google
Excellent fresh mussels. Piping hot French fries with aioli was great. Loved the crispy pan fried branzino. Felt like we had a balanced meal with an ahi tuna salad. But it didn't help my waist to end the meal with tasty chestnut crepe dessert. Wish there was a little more chestnut flavor.

Kang Wang

Google
A living French dream restaurant in San Francisco. The brass counter and the menu brings you back to France in one second. Not only are the food options classic, but also the wine selections endures the test from the connoisseur. The escargot, the veal, the duck, the mussels, the sandwiches. All delicious. Great service and team as well. Family friendly. The dessert menu and their special sorbet menu is unique. Flavors like peach champagne, apricot, pomegranate are rare to find.
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Lisa W.

Yelp
Another stellar lunch at Chez Maman! Staff are courteous & accommodating Views are excellent Food is scrumptious! The endive salad was divine as was the buckwheat with mushroom crepe. My friend devoured her salmon Nicoise. We were so full we had no room for dessert......unfortunately
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Kelly Y.

Yelp
Best cream of mushroom soup ever. Rave rave! Duck confit is perfect and delicious, super tender, fall-off-bone, yet crispy on outside. The chefs are awesome here Servers also know what they're talking about Always have a good experience when we come here.
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Kaveh H.

Yelp
A true San Francisco landmark and despite its long, successful history and many fans, it still seems criminally underrated in my book. Classic French diner with my favorite burger in the city. Unassumingly brilliant dishes that find the perfect balance between elegance and comfort. Excellent service and waitstaff as well. It's clear that service is a priority to this group and I've noticed it across the board at all their restaurants. Great low key date night spot or place to grab a bite and drink with a small group of friends.
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Natalie C.

Yelp
What a gorgeous cafe with sidewalks seating and a cute interior. We came on a Wednesday night after work and it was very easy to get a table for 2 (although for larger groups there was a bit of a wait). We were seated and served right away, and the food came out fairly quickly as well. We ordered the moules marnière, French fries with aioli, and a warm goat cheese salad. Everything tasted so delicious. The warm goat cheese was so good on top of the fresh arugula. And the sauce under the mussels was great for dipping our bread in.
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Allison W.

Yelp
I've been to their Hayes Valley location but never got to try their burger, so I had to come to their other location and try it here! On a Sunday around 12:30 PM, the tables were filled with brunch and lunch parties. Our party of 3 opted for the counter seating so we could get seated right away. The view is of the street and the patrons eating at the outside tables right in front of the window, which made for some awkward eye contact. The restaurant was filled with conversation but still had a calm atmosphere, and the waitstaff were super attentive and kept checking in to make sure we were having a good time and enjoying the meal. I got the Chez Maman Burger with Brie -- would definitely recommend! With the giant juicy slices of heirloom tomatoes and the caramelized onions, the creamy brie really elevated the experience. I loved the ciabatta roll as the bun as well, and they were very generous with fries. Unusual to go to a French spot for a burger, but would come back for it!
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Katie K.

Yelp
I've been meaning to try this place for a while and finally did !! We went at 12 30 ish and the wait wasn't too crazy. The service was quite quick although we did notice that the paninis (at the table beside us) took a lot less time to be served compared to the meat/fish dishes we ordered. The people next to us had ordered French onion soup (same as us) and panini and they were done eating and had left just as we started eating our mains. There is also quite limited seating, the tables inside are quite close to each other, almost to the point that we felt like we were right up against the neighboring tables. I think outdoor tables didn't have this problem though I liked the pork chop a lot. I thought it was great value--a lot of food for a reasonable price. The pork was cooked to medium and it was fairly easy to cut through and wasn't too tough. I really loved the apple cider reduction sauce--it very much helped give the French vibes to the dish. The brussel sprouts was cooked perfectly until properly soft and there were also apples cooked till soft that added a bit of sour/sweet flavours to cut through the buttery rich sauce. The French onion soup had a crazy cheese pull that was quite yummy but the soup itself wasn't the best I've had. I wish it was reduced more and had stronger caramelized onion flavour. The bread they used also seemed to be a sourdough? (I think this is pretty typical of SF spots). I liked the bits with crust still attached but the soft parts were just alright.
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Amee T.

Yelp
I've walked past this place 1000 times and it's always packed. Fortunately my boyfriend and I were able to make a weeknight reservation. The host was kind and patient giving us the option of indoor or outdoor seating. Sunset had already fallen (which is an amazing view of the skyline by the way) so we opted for indoors. There was truly something for everyone on the menu. The waiter had good recommendations based on our appetite. My bf got one of the burgers and I chose the branzino. Everything was delicious! 10/10 for sure and I now know why they're always packed! We finished the dinner with coffee and crème brûlée because who goes to a French restaurant and doesn't get the crème brûlée. It was right on point of course. I appreciated the positive demeanor of all the staff especially because it was the end of what seemed like a very busy night. I even got to practice a little French! à bientôt Chez Maman!
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Eileen C.

Yelp
My friend and I originally wanted to go to Plow, but the line was a two hour wait, so we walked on over to Chez Maman instead. And boy am I glad to have gotten to try this place because of serendipity! I got the cheesiest, savoriest, and most delicious mushroom crepe! The servers were also super attentive and nice and there was no line! We chose to sit inside, but there is outdoor seating for a nice day as well.
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Nancy D.

Yelp
Love this french restaurant near Portrero Hill! This location is the best the view is so pretty and the outdoor seating is spacious and elegant. The restaurant is more of an intimate ambiance, cozy, warm and comfortable. This is one of the best staff that I've experienced in SF in a while. The hosts and servers are always so nice and accommodating. I've been here for dinner and always get mussels with french fries! The fish plates are always amazing, as well as the desserts. I came here for lunch recently after bouldering in Dogpatch and we got paninis and french fries.
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Erythr S.

Yelp
I've been to Chez Maman East multiple times now, and each visit has left me satisfied and wanting to return. The food is consistently great--simple yet flavorful French-inspired dishes that really hit the spot. From their savory crepes to the burgers with melted brie and aioli, everything feels thoughtfully made without being overcomplicated. What really makes this place special for me, though, is the location. Tucked into Potrero Hill, the cafe has this charming, relaxed vibe that makes you feel like you've stepped into a cozy neighborhood spot in France. The interior is quaint, but the real gem is sitting outside. On a clear day, you get this amazing view of the city skyline--it's easily one of my favorite spots in San Francisco to enjoy a casual lunch or slow brunch. It can get busy during peak hours, but the service always feels warm and unpretentious. It's definitely the kind of place where you can unwind and enjoy good food without the fuss. If you're in the area and want a laid-back French cafe experience, this one's worth checking out--especially if you can snag an outdoor table.
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Kellie C.

Yelp
Cute restaurant! Came here for lunch and ordered off the brunch menu. The regular menu is really hard to read. The font is awful LOL. But the food and the service was great! I really liked the outdoor seating they had. On a nice day, it's a great spot to enjoy a meal.
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Janice L.

Yelp
Excellent fresh mussels. Piping hot French fries with aioli was great. Loved the crispy pan fried branzino. Felt like we had a balanced meal with an ahi tuna salad. But it didn't help my waist to end the meal with tasty chestnut crepe dessert. Wish there was a little more chestnut flavor.
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Teresa B.

Yelp
What a great spot in the charming Potrero Hill neighborhood. They have seating at the bar or window bar, an outdoor parklet with heating, and also some very cozy tables for two inside. they have an extensive wine list and menu, covering all the classic French dishes we all know, as well as some exciting flavors to try. I got the sole dish, my mom and sister got a shephards pie type dish. We got done appetizers as well and French fries! ( gotta have that). We were greeted and seated quickly and our waiter was very attentive and helpful when we had questions. This will make for a great date night spot , as it's so cozy and romantic. my only suggestion would be to have French or Jazz music playing. They had 70s rock , which I don't mind, but it wasn't the right vibe for dinner.
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Candy T.

Yelp
Overall the price is quite reasonable for the dishes. I have been here multiple times and have tried different dishes each time. I think in general, im not as impressed on the meat dishes, like pork chop or the tartare, they don't have as much flavors as some other dishes. The French onion soup is a must try, I think that is so far the best French onion soup I have had in the Bay Area
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Nicole T.

Yelp
Such a sweet little spot in the middle of the Potrero Hill neighborhood. There are options for indoor or outdoor seating. Felt like I was at a genuine French cafe with attentive waitstaff and really delicious food. I opted for escargot and a warm goat cheese salad (things my family would generally not eat with me) since I was dining solo. What a treat. The escargot were cooked beautifully and swimming in plenty of garlic, butter, and herbs, which I happily soaked up with a few slices of fresh baguette. The salad was fresh with a perfectly crusted warm goat cheese on top. Looking forward to returning here next time I'm in the neighborhood.
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Melissa M.

Yelp
An absolute neighborhood classic! Chez Maman is a first come first serve restaurant offering quality dinner and service at an amazing price point. Come early, or bring a jacket for the wait because this location gets busy for date nights! There is both inside and outside seating, with a big family style booth inside and heaters running for the seating outside. The Mac and Cheese is one of my favorites, it comes out fresh, gooey, and fragrant! The steak and fries is a classic, and they always bring the steaks out perfectly cooked to order with a side of the best sauce and aioli to pair with. Their carbonara is definitely cheese heavy and probably mixes the egg with some cheese sauce, so although its not authentic it is very yummy. There is a grand variety of wines here but my favorite is the Côtes du Rhône. The servers, host, and owners here are all so kind and truly care about the quality of their service and food. This will always be my favorite date night spot for the block's stunning views of downtown, the safe neighborhood, and the kind employees.
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Steph C.

Yelp
A true neighborhood spot with delicious food and wonderful service. Loved: Soup of the day - carrot with goat cheese soup Burger - medium rare. The brioche bun was fresh and toasted with crunchy bits Ham and cheese panini - open faced, French style Gelato - salted caramel with almonds Looking forward to coming back again already to enjoy the cute heated patio again.

Aditya M.

Yelp
Overall, pretty busy place but the environment is fairly fun and uplifting but is always packed to the brim. The waiting list is really long so I would recommend arriving earlier--no reservations either. I ordered a smoked salmon crepe with no capers and I found that it was adequate. The lox was undercooked a little and the crepe was a little too crunchy. I found other crepe's such as the banana-Nutella amazing. The mussels were way too tender for my taste. In my opinion, this place is a little overrated--the wait is long, service adequate and food mid.
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Jason H.

Yelp
Warmly greeted and outstanding service from start to finish. Attentive, yet not rushed in the slightest -- despite how busy it was on a Sunday evening. Beverages brought out promptly and well tended to all evening. Starters were brought out together upon request. Entrees followed immediately afterwards. All of the dishes were hot on delivery. Nothing sat out. All dishes were timed perfectly... and we had a party of eight. The French Onion Soup is a classic. A wonderful appetizer, to be sure. The photo says it all. A creamy, cheesy delight. The Les Moules Mariniere was outstanding. A steamy pot of nicely sized mussels and no grittiness at all. The broth is amazing and is perfect for dipping French fries or bread. The Roasted Duck Confit was nice and tender. The sauce seemed familiar, perhaps too much like ordinary hoisin sauce. Nonetheless, it was delicious. An au gratin potato square comes on the side. The Mushroom Crepe was good, but I now know I prefer the other style of crepe. It was heavy for a crepe, IMO. I want to say the crepe was buckwheat. I could be wrong. I cannot find a description anywhere. Seating both inside and out. Street parking is available; however, a short, hilly walk is usually the norm. Nonetheless, quaint Chez Maman East is an absolute must when in the Potrero Hill neighborhood! Actually, it's worth making the drive, as well. Bon appetit!
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Ratna J.

Yelp
Delicious food! Flavor was there. The appetizers definitely stand out with great flavor like the escargot and the sausages. The entrees are really good, they really know how to cook the meat. I got the duck confit. Service was good and they were accommodating! Ambiance is cute, perfect for a romantic date!
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Christine W.

Yelp
Came here with a friend to try out this restaurant as we had never been before! We got the two fettuccines on the menu, sangria, mimosa, and escargot! I had never had escargot before so it was fun to try it! The service was good and we were seated the quickly. The server was attentive as well! The ambiance is also really nice - well decorated and location wise, as you leave the restaurant you can see a great view of the FiDi buildings lit up at night! Food summary: Fettuccine carbonara 9/10 Very creamy and very filling! I loved it a lot and taste wise, it was amazing! Definitely a good amount of meat bits to noodles! Mimosa 9/10 Very good! Not too strong, which I enjoy, and also not too sweet! Escargot 9/10 Definitely an interesting experience as my first time trying it! Tasted very good sauce-wise, but was a bit salty for my taste. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it a lot!
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Karen S.

Yelp
We came for lunch on a Saturday and arrived around noon time to get seated outdoors right away, but it was super busy and packed shortly after! I got the eggs florentine which to be honest was a little disappointing - the spinach threw the flavor off for me and the english muffin was too dense and dry. However, my friend got the croque madame which was great. The aioli with the fries was also yummy. Service was very warm though and the vibes were nice and lively at this location. I would probably come back to try their other items!

Shruti I.

Yelp
Loved the service, Food was great. Tried chicken panini - best ever. Spicy red house-special sauce was the bomb. We also tried salmon crepe and salmon panini and veg panini. All items were great. Seemed like a locals popular place. Definitely coming back again. parking was easy 2 blocks away and city night view was great. We shared a gelato salted caramel with almonds and so glad we did, it was very unique and yummy. Pls note that Online menu shows red quinoa pilaf as a side. It is not available for many years per the server.
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Prasiddha H.

Yelp
I had a chance to try Chez Maman a while back - and I thoroughly enjoyed this experience. This is an upscale restaurant known for French food - and the food here is awesome. The ambiance here is perfect for a dinner our with friends or with your partner and the service is great. For my food, I tried the beef burger which comes on a ciabatta role (a little different from normal places. Overall the burger was good and flavorful and enjoyed munching on the fries it came with. Had a good experience here and would go back!
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Elizabeth Q.

Yelp
Came here to celebrate the day before Bastille day and had a great time! Food: I ordered the Smoked Salmon Panini, which came with crème fraiche, capers, & caramelized onions, and a side salad. The salad was slightly salty, but it felt refreshing on a warm day. The panini bread itself was well-balanced with a crispy exterior and soft center, and the salmon/onion filling was delicious. I also sampled the Merguez (spicy lamb sausage) and melted brie panini, and I would absolutely return to order that. The Brie is delightfully gooey and generously portioned. The lamb sausage is packed with flavor, and not overly spicy. For drink, I ordered the Kir Royal Aperitif, which consists of Champagne & Crème de Cassis. A light and subtle blackcurrant flavor, I felt this complemented the flavor of the panini & salad. Service: Kind and prompt. Ambiance: We sat at the outside seating, which offers a stunning view of downtown. It was beautiful, but be aware that if it is a hot day, there is no breeze in the outdoor tent seating. It's a cute area to walk around, Street parking only.
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Sophia H.

Yelp
It was my first time at Chez Maman yesterday. We came around 1pm, and we had the choice of either indoor or outdoor seating. We chose to sit inside. I ordered the chicken panini, and my bf ordered the smoked salmon crepe. We also ordered a side of french fries. I liked the panini. The bread was crispy, and the pistou and aioli were really good. The flavors blended well together. The panini came with salad and there was a good amount of it. The fries were decent. They came with aioli, which I thought was very garlicky. I switched between dipping my fries in the aioli and ketchup but found myself preferring the ketchup more. Staff was attentive and quick.
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Janelle N.

Yelp
Amazing service! This is one of my favorite go to spots in the city. It gets pretty busy especially during dinner so be sure to take note of that when coming to dine. It is a rather small place but there is outside seating with heaters. The food comes out in a timely manner and the servers always check in with the food and filling up on drinks. My favorite starter is the escargot with bread. I think everything on the menu is tasty and worth a try!
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Jason K.

Yelp
Top notch French restaurant in SF. Came here with a group and got to try several dishes on the menu. Our favorites were the les moulette (mussels) with mariniér broth and the mushroom crepe. Recommend getting the baguette to dip in the broth. And for any mousse fans the chocolate mousse is terrific. The filling in the mushroom crepe is very rich in flavor. On Friday nights I recommend coming early as it gets busy. Service is generally good, but unfortunately the servers do try to rush you a bit from the time you sit down to the time you pay. Don't expect a long casual European style dining experience outside of the food itself.
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Melissa L.

Yelp
The hostess is incredibly cheery and kind. She was attentive to all the guests waiting outside and even joined in on birthday singing at a table inside despite the rush of people. The male waiters, however, were not so attentive. One had a lazy attitude and another spilled an elderly guest's drink all over them, then dropped a plate before catching it. Maybe he was having an off day, poor guy. I would not recommend the Carbonara pasta simply because they put a raw egg on top of it and that's not how it is served in Italy nor in any Italian restaurants I've been to. I also do not recommend the burger since the bread is so dry. The truffle fries are good because they're crispy but you can barely taste any truffle, if at all. I also tried the French onion soup and maybe it's just not for me, but I didn't enjoy it and my partner couldn't finish it either. The only good dish I can recommend here is my partner's Duck Confit entree. That was tasty with great depth of flavor and comes with wonderfully cheesy scalloped potatoes and vegetables. I would only come back for the Duck Confit, nothing else seemed to stand out in the menu. Maybe the crepes?
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Alan G.

Yelp
Another delicious dinner at Chez Maman East! We sat inside on the bar stools facing the exterior windows where we shared different dishes family style. We started with the Acme bread which we used to dip into the garlic, white wine, lemon and parsley-laden broth for the tender marinere mussels. The French fries with aioli were also excellent. We also enjoyed the Caesar salad with anchovies and only wish it had a little extra dressing. Our group shared entrées of a complete crêpe which included ham, plenty of Swiss cheese and topped with a nicely cooked sunny side up egg and lightly dressed arugula, as well as a delicious roasted duck confit topped with a rich gravy and accompanied by crispy green beans and creamy potato au gratin. We also added some roasted brussels sprouts and apples that complemented the rest of the meal too. We wish that we had had room for dessert, but will save that for our next visit!
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Kathryn C.

Yelp
This place is a hopping neighborhood restaurant that serves great French food! We came around 6pm on a Thursday and it was already busy. They greeted us warmly and we got counter seating looking out the window, which was lovely. This is a smallish space -- a full counter against the window, bar seating, a few tables indoors... I think their outdoor and parklet seating doubles their capacity! We got: * French onion soup -- soooo goood! We'd come back just to eat a lunch of French onion soup * escargot -- nice buttery and garlic, but overall, snails isn't really my thing; lovely presentation * masala mussels: I liked this a lot more than the white wine version; if you like bold flavors and coconut curry, get this and add black pepper to it! * burger -- this is indeed a satisfying burger We ended the meal with chocolate mousse and the suggested port pairing which was just such a wonderful way to end the meal. Prompt service, wonderful food. Cute neighborhood restaurant!
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Jill F.

Yelp
Very cool, hip, charming ambience, wonderful waitstaff/service and delicious roast chicken with mashed potatoes - yum! I felt as if we were transported to a Paris cafe/restaurant. We will definitely be back!
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Aberz M.

Yelp
I've been coming to Chez Maman for about 11 years since they were just down the street from this location. Place is bigger but food is still the best quality! I've had most of their menu and enjoyed it with friends and family. Great spot for lunch, or casual dinner. Easy to find street parking.
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Karen M.

Yelp
Love their mussels - so warm and home-y feeling. Everyone there is nice. When it's warm, sitting in the parklet so you can people watch is fun
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Jamie S.

Yelp
Worth the try: Chez Maman beef burger Tip: yes, you should add the cheese for $3! Beef Burger: 100% beef patty with tomato, caramelized onions, aioli, served on a ciabatta roll with a side of french fries or salad. We got our burger medium rare, and it came out perfectly. The addition of the Brie was nice, and they had a few other unique cheeses to choose from aside from the typical cheddar and Swiss. I also couldn't stop eating the fries with the aioli sauce! PARKING: Street parking available nearby. May have to walk a bit depending on how busy it is. SERVICE: Servers were attentive and kind, despite it being a full house! ATMOSPHERE: Small, cute restaurant in Potrero Hill with both indoor and outdoor seating. Great date spot and fun neighborhood to walk around. My partner and I were looking for a quick bite nearby for dinner and landed on Chez Maman. They have thousands of reviews and we see why! We got there at 6:30pm on a Sunday and it was packed by the time we left around 7:45pm. Great burger, will have to come back to try some of their other dishes.
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Rebekah T.

Yelp
For the Holidays, my coworkers and I went to Chez Maman East for lunch. It had been nearly 12 years since I had been, so I was interested in going back. It was known for their fancy burgers, which were highly rated for years - but everyone has a burger now, not every place has French food. Our table started with some fresh acme bread with chilled butter. I ordered a French onion soup, which was savory, warm and delicious. As appetizers we had the mussels, pomme frites and the beef tartare - all which were very good. For my entree, I ordered the pan seared petrale sole meuniere, which was not that great. It was pretty fried and a little boring, I should have gone with the roasted duck or the veal, which my friends ordered and let me try. The food and atmosphere here are nice, however my coworkers reported that the burger was just okay and the bread of the bun outweighed the meat and toppings. So mostly hits and a couple misses, but overall a place that you should definitely try.
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Dan A.

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I've eaten a lot of burgers in SF, but the one at Chez Maman East? It's on another level. PERFECTLY cooked, amazing cheese, and the fries that come with it? Unreal. Every time I come here, I think about trying something else, but I just can't do it--I HAVE to get the burger again. It's that good. Beyond the burger, they've got great desserts (the gelato is fantastic), a solid wine selection, and just an all-around cozy, welcoming vibe. It's the kind of place where you feel like part of the family. The owner recognizes me now and always welcomes me back, which just makes the experience even better. The outdoor seating is great too--heated, so you can actually enjoy it year-round. And I love that they don't take reservations, so if you're looking for a last-minute spot, you're in luck. I've been to both Chez Maman East and West, and while the menus are pretty much the same, the vibe at East is just BETTER. It's nestled into this cute little neighborhood, and it really feels like your go-to neighborhood spot. If you haven't been here yet, go. And do yourself a favor--GET THE BURGER.
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Melissa M.

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Such a cute date spot. This SF classic has such yummy food and great wine selection! Everyone who works there is so kind and attentive. Definitely check them out!
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Amanda F.

Yelp
Absolutely top notch French food! Very comforting atmosphere, delicious menu, everything you'd want to order in a classic French restaurant done well and served generously.
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Jojo P.

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It's never too late to celebrate Valentine's Day, even if it's one week later. We came here on an early evening without a reservation and got a seat right away. The staff here was very friendly so we felt welcome right away. I always prefer this location over the one at Hayes because it's less crowded and at a more charming area with a local vibe. Recommend: - Assiette de merguez (spicy lamb sausage) with harissa - Grilled salmon w/ red quinoa pilaf, red bell pepper coulis, roasted garlic aioli - Roasted duck confit w/ potatoes gratin, haricot vert, port reduction - fries with aioli
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Serapina C.

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Was looking for a nice weekend brunch spot and came across this lovely gem in SF! I haven't had too many experiences with French cuisine, but I was absolutely floored by all our dishes. We sat outside (mind you the weather was gorgeous that day) and service was very kind and patient with us as we took a bit of time coming to a decision (everything sounded so good ). So we ended up ordering les moules mariniere, the salmon and goat cheese oeufs en cocotte, and the eggs benedict, and the tatin crepes. The star of the show had to be the moules because I'm not even a big fan of mussels but the mussels were bathed in such a rich and well-seasoned broth - the white wine + lemon + garlic was so flavorful (we almost downed the whole pot of soup). The oeufs en cocotte were something we haven't tried before and let me tell you, the salmon + goat cheese + egg was so delectably creamy and savory. The eggs benedict - well, it was what every good eggs benedict should be, with a nice juicy salad. And last but not least, the CREPES. Oh my lord this was hands-down the next big thing after those mussels because not only is it gluten-free (godbless Chez Maman) but the combination of caramelized apples + buckwheat + chantilly cream made for a dessert that was not too heavy but still had this delightful spiced sweetness from the apples. The textures and flavors were just spot-on for everything, great people, so I'm very happy we were able to find Chez Maman. Overall the best brunch I've had in Norcal (now I just have to find their West location) À la prochaine
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Tiffany W.

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Cozy French bistro in Potrero Hill. We tried the mussels, endive salad, smoked salmon crepe, grilled salmon and burger along with french fries that came with garlic aioli-all were super fresh and delicious! The dessert is also wonderful if you can make space for it after the meal-we shared the pain perdu and the apple tartine and basically ended up licking the plates clean. Service is excellent with attentive and efficient service. Come early to avoid lines.

Andréa Z.

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Best food. Best location. Carlitos is a phenomenal server and Eric the bus boy is incredible. I came today and it was all new staff and Eric was the only person I recognized and he came to help me because no one came to take our order. I don't know why he isn't a server, he should be. He's been here so long and is so helpful. I always love when I see people who are deserving of a promotion promoted. This is one of my favorite restaurants. The burger is my favorite and the muscles are fantastic. I used to love the steak frites when it was the flank or skirt steak. It was way better then. Now it's a New York and isn't tender and juicy like it used to be. I wish they would go back to the other one. The linguine in white wine sauce is next level. Honestly they can't miss. Love it here
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Zilan Z.

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I've been to both Chez Mamans and I have to say this one has an amazing view. As always, the food is superb: Beef tartare - very flavorful and it is one of the few times ive had this Potatoes gratin - something about this is craveworthy Les moules poulette - i usually go with les moules marinières but figured id try this one. Personally not a fan, i'll go back to the marinières one! As always, fries are a must have with this Veal - extremely tender but the vegetables aren't as well roasted This place is definitely a must go to for french food!
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Ry T.

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We happened to be in the area and decided to try this lovely bistro instead of our usual visit to Plow across the street. Seemingly, regulars dine here as the wait staff recognized the customers next to us. The menu has a variety of items I wanted to try but for lunch, we ordered the Angus burger with Swiss cheese which came with good fries and a wonderful garlic aioli. I tried the buckwheat mushroom crepe. I loved the sauce with mushrooms but not so much the buckwheat crepe which was a bit heavy compared to regular flour crepes. The entree menu looked good too and I'd definitely return for another meal when in the area. Our waitress was very pleasant and friendly. There's a parklet outside for dining out.
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Shivam S.

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I might be vegetarian but there is no spot life Chez maman. My friends love the steak and the burger (if you eat red meat) but as a vegetarian the mushroom crepes are out of this world. Pro tip get an egg on top of the crepe, you won't regret it!
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Evelynne L.

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Chez maman hits the spot every time! Service is great, the waiter and server always checks in while we are eating to make sure everything is good. Also the view of the San Francisco skyline is beautiful. We ordered the French onion soup which was a 10/10. They are super generous with the cheese on top. We also ordered the beef tartare and I have to say this is the best I've ever had! The flavor is beyond amazing, tangy and sweet with every bite. We also ordered the fish burger which in my opinion is the best burger option. The salmon was cooked perfectly and it comes with so many fries on the side! We got the poulette mussels as well and those were delicious! The buttery sauce and garlic made it so good.
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Eve K.

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Cute French bistro in Portreo hill with lovely food and service. 4.5 stars Food: 4.5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 3 Opentableable: no reservations Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Simple menu with solid French bistro fare: from crepes to mussels to duck confit - Service: friendly, attentive, and efficient for every staff member who made our experience delightful. - Crepes: got the ham cheese bechamal egg and it was phenomenal. Lovely thin buckwheat gluten free batter packed full of flavor and cheesy goodness. On par if not better than my last one in France. 5 stars - Duck confit: well cooked tender leg with a succulent sauce paired with green beans and a cheesy garlicky layered potato square. 4.5 stars - Mussels: not my thing but impressive they had 4 different sauces to choose from including lemongrass and bacon cream. - Good variety of wines by the glass: French and other. Got wines within a few minutes of ordering like they know we had a long week--greatly appreciated. - Fun 80s/90s music which was my jam - Seating: outside lit parklet, inside tables, and bar with backless stools Midlights: - Fries: promising served in a cone, but needed to be crispier. 3 stars Lowlights: - Could get crowded on a busy night to wait for a table - Gotta find neighborhood parking on the hills Lovely date night and would be a staple if I liked closer.
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Emily C.

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My boyfriend and I walked in at around 6:30 pm and were seated immediately. There were covered and uncovered outdoor seating and indoor as well. There are heaters for outside seating! The restaurant was cute and looked like a french street cafe. Our waiters were nice and friendly, and service was smooth. Parking is street. We ordered a french onion soup ($13), savoyarde crepes ($14), and roasted duck confit ($33). Soup was great and classic, everything you'd want in a french onion. The crepes were a little disappointing and pretty heavy. I didn't really enjoy the buckwheat batter since it was much denser; I would have preferred white batter. The crepe was filled with potatoes, prosciutto, and cheese then topped with arugula. The potatoes were a little under for me, but the rest were nice. The duck confit blew us away. The duck was perfectly roasted and so tender. The wine sauce was incredible that I would drink it lol, so much flavor and seasoned just right. The potatoes gratin was delicious with its flaky, cheesy layers and crispy top. Greens beans were fine, nice and simple. Overall, we really enjoyed Chef Maman and will definitely be back. There were so many dishes we wanted to try, like their burger and veal. Everyone needs to try their duck!!