Chez Maman West
French restaurant · Hayes Valley
401 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Highlights
French bistro serving comfort food like mussels, French onion soup, and chicken
French bistro serving comfort food like mussels, French onion soup, and chicken
"In a neighborhood full of French restaurants, this cozy corner spot stands out for its friendly feel and really excellent food. Chez Maman is more intimate than the other French spots in the area, and only has a few tables and some seats at the bar—which is also what makes it great for a low-key weeknight date or a solo meal when you’re just in the mood for fries. Get a pot full of steaming mussels and their French onion soup, which we instinctively crave every time it rains." - julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez, patrick wong
"Chez Maman in Hayes Valley is where to go when you want French staples like french onion soup, mashed potatoes with roast chicken, and steamed white wine mussels (any meal here also requires the fries and a side of thick garlicky aioli). Join the folks coming in for pre-show dinners in their best symphony outfits, or the couples seeking a cozy last-minute date night at the bar." - julia chen 1, patrick wong
"This French restaurant in Hayes Valley is a great place for a solo date, especially when you’re feeling like the hottest, most dramatic version of yourself. Because nothing says "I run this town" like lounging on a bar stool, and making prolonged eye contact with everyone in the room as you sip on rosé and lick salty potato grease off your fingers. The walk-up only spot gets pretty packed during dinner, so if you have to wait for a seat, just stand out on the sidewalk and let the wind do very sexy, Beyoncé-like things to your hair. " - julia chen 1
"The synonym for “cozy” should be this French restaurant in Hayes Valley. The lighting is dim and warm. And the comfort dishes would be well-suited as an après-ski meal after one too many rough runs down the slopes. French onion soup is a staple on every table. And roasted chicken is piled on top of steamy garlic mashed potatoes. Keep the fresh baguette and glasses of wine coming. " - julia chen 1
"Coming to Chez Maman in Hayes Valley is all about getting cozy and finding loads of comfort in the form of steaming pots of mussels, mashed potatoes and roast chicken, and french onion soup. The walk-up only spot is always bustling with families, couples, and solo diners at the bar, and once you’re settled in, stay a while. " - julia chen 1
