Steins

Delicious, well-priced food, sports on multiple TVs. This restaurant bar has a wide selection of alcoholic beverages. I came for a burger and onion rings though. I ordered the burger medium and had the fries substituted for onion rings, totalling $11.96 before tip. Between the toasted buns, there were fresh slices of onion and tomato, and a piece of lettuce on a perfectly seasoned patty. I love great onion rings and this place has great onion rings. They're battered, not breaded, and perfectly crisped. The onion is cooked well, so the onion doesn't get pulled out when you bite in. My food came with ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard, but it was so good, I didn't need any of it. I'd recommend visiting this restaurant bar, because they have delicious and fairly-priced food. It seems to have lots of German stuff. I'd visit again and try some of their sausages or breakfast items. On a separate visit, I had their wienerschnitzel. It was crisp and well seasoned.

TLDR: sports bar/ German beer hall style with pretty good and really inexpensive food We came for game 1 of the nba finals and there were still a bit of seats available. There was a big selection of beers to choose from and we ordered a two sausage plate with fries for $15 and a fish and chips for $12 or $13. Both are fairly inexpensive and tasted pretty good though one of the sausages didn’t really have too much flavor, I did really enjoy the beef one. Friendly service

If you want no frills, high quality food and tasty beers in a German beer hall like environment, then look no further. The kraut, to knackwurst to my favorite, the schnitzel...you can't go wrong. The bartenders are chill and the food amazing. While I don't really care, my friends also love that there are plenty of TVs pushing local sports as well. If you're in the area, go for a visit. And don't just get the schnitzel sando, go for the platter!!!

The power went down in SF, and this bar lit up. It was packed, they treated everyone with kindness, and it was an awesome time to experience this place. Food and beer is amazing, don’t slack on this classic sf spot.

Great beer selection (including German and Czech). Super friendly service. Bavarian bratwurst was amazing. Highly recommended place!

Had to pull into Steins for a couple of pops with Greasy the Two Timer, and overheard a group of Posers talking about how wonderful the Schnitzel is, and that's all it took for me to get some for myself. Well, it is good as a matter of fact it's Amazing! 5 stars all day long. ☆☆☆☆☆

Favorite local place for good German beer, schnitzel, sausage, and very nice bartenders. A chill and comfortable place to hang out

Good customer service and yummy german comfort food made in a home-cooked style. Probably wont blow you away but it’ll hit the spot for sure.

Best San Francisco Sports Bar with a German accent. Amazing banners from European sports teams line the ways with top of the line flat screens so you can watch multiple games at once. You can get one of the best cheeseburgers around and their french fries or substitute it with a huge salad my advise, try the specials and add Avocado to the salad or burger. They also have one of the best sausages and german dishes. Now let's talk fresh beer, they serve so much it tastes like it just was shipped in from Germany. The pricing is very reasonable and you can sit at the bar or grab a table., The service is top notch and they serve later than most places around the Richmond area of San Francisco.

This is an amazing pub with Austrian background. The food was good. I had fish and chips and it was very crunchy fried but not as much flavor as it could be. But in terms of the goulash it was very good. And the brockwurst was great with the mustard provided. Service was outstanding. And it is a classic pub experience and ambience. We will be back!

German sausages. Drooling. This is the best place to get German sausages. I have no idea which is the best but it is the one you order! I had the Bockwurst. Came with skinny fries. Added a salad to appease the guilt and balance out the fries. I would like to try the schnitzel one of these days. The place is super reasonable. The place was quiet since there were no actual competitive sports. Giants was losing! May I make a suggestion to the owner, add to the menu, 5 sausages for $35 and add a big plate of fries to be split among 2 to 3 people. This way, we can try all the sausages at once.

OMG this place is a madhouse. It's severely understaffed. There is only ONE waitress who's running the place. She's doing her best, but I feel sorry for her.

Steins is fun! The menu (primarily German fare) is short but consists of a robust variety of sausages as well as schnitzel. Thus far, I've tried all of the sausages, finding them each to be good in their own way (the bratwurst is probably my favorite). On my most recent trip, and despite not liking and not asking for it on my plate, I tried the sauerkraut and found that it paired unusually well with the knockwurst. The fries were hot, thin, and crispy, and there were plenty of them. The food is fine, but the main event of Steins is the drink, and Stein's offers a variety of both German and local (draught and bottled) beers. I got the Andechser Dopplebock Dunkel, which had a lovely malty caramelly flavor and went perfectly with the knock and kraut. The ambiance of the place also ranges from being on the festive side of upscale (normal dining hours) to sports bar (gametime), both of which are pleasant.

Outdoor and indoor seating available! They offer food and a nice selection of German beers and wine. I ordered the LaMarca Prosecco ($10) and it was excellent! The others ordered beer, forgot which ones, but they said it was good. Parking: a bit difficult! Metered street parking or if you're lucky, parking in the residential area, but not likely. Overall, a nice addition to clement st! Must try for all the beer lovers out there! :)

Is there something wrong with the phone system their I tried to call but someone answered and hung up?

First time here. Smoked sausage...excellant. Fish and chips, crispy on the outside, juicy and soft on inside. Beer, good IPA and dark beer. Decent choices. Portions very good. Left full. I will be back. Only con....parking can be tough.

This place is great for their German food and beer selections. The Weinershnitzel dinner is the best. Comes with fries and salad. The service is personable and curtious and sometimes speedy. We have tried their various specials of the day and they have been very good economically and taste wise. It is a sports bar but you can't hold that against them, so it can be a bit noisy/loud. Otherwise this is a be back again and again.

Steins. It's a German restaurant and sports bar with beer and German bistro like burgers and bratwurst. They have wienerschnitzel and other items that you would have to explore. I wanted to have a simple sample, so I got the bratwurst sandwich on roll with vegetable toppings like onions. It came with a load of fries and I needed more ketchup. On a street like Clement with so many Asian restaurants, maybe a Hawaiian, and a gastropub, is a more authentic German food place. Seating outdoors during covid. Beer is probably a must. review 1500 in san francisco

Great bar stop for those casual get togethers or date night rendezvous - tasty food, friendly service, and a wide selection of drinks. It's one of those places where it's so easy to lose track of time because of how comfortable you feel there - will definitely be coming back!

Great place to watch sports and to enjoy some good food and beer. I don't drink a lot, but I do like some beer and wine once in a while. The owner here is very nice and we always enjoy our meals here.

Delish rye sauerkraut with the brats dish. Great food and welcoming service, frequented by jovial locals to chat up at the long bar with lots of seating and open space around.

This family will bend over backwards to make you feel welcome, there isn't another place like this is the city IMO. Great ale!!!

Really long wait time (over an hour) for food that should have taken 10 mins to make. The food only tasted ok, I got the schnitzel and it was not unique; almost no one but our party was inside. Only thing saving this review from 1 star was the games available while waiting.

Visit as of 8/6/20019: I am finding it hard to believe I have not reviewed Steins either. Steins is awesome. It's all on friendly staff, delicious food and excellent service. Some of the food items I tried: - onion rings - smoked bratwursts - mashed potatoes It's all very delicious and it's German food that is worth the try and enjoying here in San Francisco. I will definitely coming back to try something else from the menu. There are flat screen televisions and it is broadcasting sports most of the time. If you are looking for a place to watch sports and enjoy delicious German food, look no further than Steins. Steins - one good place to be especially when looking to catch up with some long time friends and classmates. When it is one of those days you are seeking to watch sports and enjoy delicious German food, come to Steins. Overall, positive experience here. Because: - friendly staff - delicious food - excellent service

Ok! I was so excited to see my old friends here and especially Alex. He has so much compassion towards all his patrons it is unbelievable. He always treats us as family and not a customer. I came in here for the fit time in a year and a half. Yes on Sunday it might not really be for kids because we all adults get loud some more than others. I've been here on weekdays where they had a birthday party for kids. So bring the family most anyway except during live sports. GOTTA LOVE THIS PLACE.

Absolutely great spot! Great vibe! Our server was so friendly and made several great recommendations for beers. Beers were outstanding! Food was amazing and filling! Did not leave hungry. I'm definitely coming back! Thank you Steins for a great dining and drinking experience!

What can I say? I love this place. We frequent Steins with my fam. The atmosphere is fun. People don't get so wild I can't bring my teens. The menu is exactly what you want at a pub, small but executed fantastically, you can't go wrong. The staff is super friendly, and check in as little or as much as we like. It's our place to go watch the Warriors.

I love Steins. The owner is so cool. It's a great place to watch a game. The food is fantastic. If only they had a Riesling or Gewurztraminer to pair with their amazing sausages. It's okay, their beers are great.

Shame on me for not doing a review two years ago when I went for the first time to this amazing place. I found this place through going through research online on where is a good place to eat. This was one of them. Love the inside. Love the service. The wait is not long but it's worth it. The drinks are good and so is the food. The quality and temperature. I went two times two years ago and twice a few weeks ago. So happy that they are open and still have good food, good service and good drinks. I would for sure come back again.

Came here for their $25 ribeye fries and a 1 liter TH.Konig Zeickl unfiltered beer! Really great beer and service from Mandy! I think we found our new place for German beers and games. Ribeye was delicious Fries fresh and crispy Highly recommend this place for a chill bar restaurant vibe.

It's been 4 years since my last review. Same staff, same chef, same awesome! The owners are super friendly and welcoming. The food is great and the beer is even better.

AMAZING SERVICE! Thanks Alex!!! We have never had a bartender care so much and we were sitting at a table. Good food and good beer. Also, good music. Lots of TVs.

Update: the goulash isn't always available but it is absolutely amazing. Tender beef with the most delicious sauce on a bed of fresh spaetzle. The best I ever had.

I want to start out by saying that the service here was excellent. I didn't get the name of the bartender working but she was super awesome. Really knowledgeable about the beer and also food menu, able to give good recommendations, and just very friendly. Stein's is kind of a German bar and restaurant that serves only wine and beer. I wish they had other liquor options as it would probably make me more likely to come back but they do have a pretty good beer list and the prices are really fantastic. In reference to the German beer hall concept, they serve half liters and liters instead of pints. The food menu has some standard American fare (mozzarella sticks, fries, steak, etc) as well as some German options- sausages, schnitzel, chicken and pork. Prices are again pretty much what I would expect and very reasonable. I decided to get the cheeseburger cooked medium. It came with fries and the waitress brought me some ketchup and mayo for it as well. The burger was pretty Charred outside but very medium inside. It perhaps lacked a little bit of seasoning but once I added the mayo and ketchup, it was a really good burger. Nothing super fancy but just a tasty burger that was perfectly medium on the inside and had the right amount of cheddar on it. It's surprisingly hard to find just a classic, nicely cooked burger in San Francisco so it was nice to get that here. Normally I am not a fan of burgers that are super charred but it worked well here. The fries served with the burger were just ok- not my favorite but okay to munch on with the beer. Overall, this is a very chill spot to grab some good food and have some wine and beer. They also have several TVs and a good variety of table seating and bar seating. I will probably be back but again, I do wish they served alcohol other than just wine and beer. Definitely a solid 4 stars though.

3 stars for food and I added one for the service. I ordered the goulash and my boyfriend ordered the steak and beer deal. The waitress was super nice. She helped my boyfriend choose a good beer since he was unfamiliar with German beers. Our food arrived pretty fast and the atmosphere during a game is pretty nice. Not too many rowdy people which is great. The waitress did have to bartend as well as serve food, which is a lot to do for one person per 20 people. The food was pretty good. This was my first time having German food and the spatzle was not my favorite. I thought it would be more like Italian pasta, but the consistency reminded me of cheese curds. The beef was nice and tender though. I might come back during a game again next time.

I really enjoyed my stop at Steins. The bartender was super friendly and the schnitzel sandwich was delicious. I liked the selection of German beers on tap. I plan to return for football season.

Couldn't be happier w/ my swim team's holiday happy hour we just hosted there. Siofra, managed the hectic evening with a lovely smile and we had a fantastic, delicious time! Highly recommend this neighborhood spot.

Hope you guys see this: wish you guys had takeout and beer to-go. Would love to support you guys during Stay-at-home order

Over the years, I've reviewed some random places, whether it be hole in wall joints or obscure neighborhood spots (which are probably the types of places we all frequent the most), but this might be one of the more random ones. Not so much because of Steins itself, but because it's a casual, German-American restaurant/bar...located among Clement's wealth of Asian businesses. "One of these things is not like the other..." Okay, maybe it's really not THAT random to find a place like Steins on Clement, but it was definitely an unexpected discovery when my friend and I walked in to catch the end of the Warriors game. We went from grabbing a beer and getting dinner elsewhere to sticking around to check out their menu, which features a variety of bar bites and German staples. Of the roughly half dozen German dishes listed, both my friend and I decided to try the WIENER SCHNITZEL - Breaded and Fried Pork Tenderloin served with Mashed Potatoes and Salad ($14). Now, I understand that it's traditionally served "naked" (and is usually made of veal over pork), but boy this could have used some sort of gravy/sauce. The taste wasn't bad, and the cut was pretty big, but the pork wasn't exactly juicy and the breading was a bit dry. Plus, it would have added a layer of flavor to an otherwise monotone dish. I mean, even the salad was hardly dressed! As underwhelming as the food may have been though, Steins still has some appeal as a drinking spot or to catch a game. There are a number of tables throughout the place, several TV's, and a nice selection of beers. Their offerings may not be super extensive, but the half dozen German imports are pretty legit. Plus, the steins are pretty sizable for the money...which just might be reason enough on its own to stop off for a drink! I'm just not sure about any of the entrees... In any case, prost!

Glad they have outdoor seating so you can enjoy a drink on Clement street! Very friendly and welcoming staff. Good selection of beers, mainly lighter styles, all to be to enjoyed in a Stein glass. Definitely recommend checking Steins out!

First time here and really enjoyed it! Had the Beef Stroganoff and friends had the schnitzel plate and sandwich. Beer / Cider selection solid and super friendly bartender. Football package and breakfast? I will for sure be back!

One of the few family owned spots in SF that won't leave you feeling like you didn't get your money's worth. In fact it's quite the contrary. This place is affordable, quality and full of heart. Three adjectives that I can't put in one sentence anymore when describing a restaurant in San Francisco. Go to steins, thank me later!! And By all means you better order the steak!!!!

I love Steins!!! The service is stellar. It's a family run business and it feels like one. The beer selection is pretty vast and there is always a special. The menu is very sausage centric and since I don't dig on swine, there's not much for me. But the few dishes I've had, I relished. The fried shrimp appetizer is tasty and the fish and chips entree is decent. The sauerkraut is off the chain!!! Great place to get together with friends and watch soccer.

Nice selection (though not extensive) of beers and good German comfort food. It would be nice if they could write their beer selections a bit bigger for us old folks ;P

I can't say enough about the great experience my family and I had at Steins. The family had a get together to celebrate the life of a dear family member and Steins and the staff really went above and beyond to accommodate our small group. We were able to reserve the outdoor seating area which fit us perfectly, although a little chili. That would be our only critique, the lack of outdoor heaters. The service was immediate, attentive and courteous. The selection of beer and wine was vast and I and the family were pleasantly surprised with all the dishes everyone ordered. The portions are generous and filled the entire plate with a palatable presentation. Thank you Stein for taking care of us from beginning to end.

I've been a few times and the staff have always been awesome. The atmosphere inside is super relaxed. Everyone's just there to hang out. The German theme is great and it means that there are beers inside that are drinkable! It's technically a sports bar, but though TVS dominate one of the walls, the sports is not in your face so it's actually pleasant to be inside. I love the atmosphere of the place! The one downside is that the food is a bit hit or miss. My first time I got the spaetzle, which is one of my favorite German dishes. It's a sort of gnocchi/mini dumpling type thing. The spaetzle itself was quite unlike how I've experienced it before: it was too soft and eggy. The flavor was also a bit lacking and it was served with some bottom of the barrel pre-grated cheese. It would be awesome if this dish was revisited with a bit of love, because it's a simple dish but it can be delicious. Maybe serve it with some nicer (fresh grated) cheese and work on the base flavor. I also got the chicken strips most recently which were a bit overdone and dry. On the other hand I got the steak special recently and it was great. Very solidly prepared and tasty! So yeah. All in all, despite a few nit picks about the food, Steins is a great neighborhood bar. So great, in fact, I come from a different neighborhood to hang out!

Hands down the nicest bar in the city. Perhaps that's because it is family run and they still close at 11 pm. What I love about Steins other than their awesome beer and sausage offerings (oh and the mashed potatoes which I love) but they are a bar/restaurant that feels a little more like a bar (I hate when it's the other way around). Monday night trivia is always harder than you think it will be but it's all in good fun. Brought a for her night-before-birthday dinner and we played cards games over beers and sausages and had a great time!

Amazing place to just relax, grabs some drinks, watch the game, and get yourself a nice ribeye steak with some delicious fries. And that is exactly the special that brought me in the first place. Their $25 special consists of a delicious steak, crispy fries, and a half a liter beer is well worth it! Will definitely recommend. And the service was exceptional. Mandy was amazing, always checking in on us and making sure we're doing fine. Shout out to her! Hey girl! Do come and check this place out whenever you're around Clement.

I was pleasantly surprised to stop by Steins to watch a Warriors' game. The food is good and walking distance from home. Equally important, the price for food and drinks are reasonable. Definitely on my list for dinner, drinks, lunch and games. I'm happy to support a local bar that serves good food and service. It has not been easy to find fish and chips in the neighborhood but thumbs up for me and their specialty the sausages are worth trying. My friend says the burger and fries are good as well, and I have seen others order chicken schnitzel that looked pretty good. They have a wide selection of beers, but if you prefer wine, especially white, you may want to order something else. I prefer white wine but chose the house red which was more palatable. The House Wines are only $6, so I appreciate this option. The service, was friendly, welcoming, accommodating, and efficient. I appreciated that the waitress, who appeared to be working the entire floor on her own, was always attentive and friendly. She went out of the way to make sure everyone received good service. The only downside is that from the table seating the screens were farther and smaller than ideal, but next time I will definitely sit at the bar. One other suggestion is to have a couple dishes that is not all fried (although I love fried food) but to have a couple sides that are not fried. The only reason I would go to another place is that I cannot have fried food and french fries every game. Maybe add oven-baked potato (not fried) or a baked potato and Asian or regular coleslaw instead of fries. That said, I appreciate this sports bar/restaurant in the neighborhood very much. It's the kind of place I feel comfortable stopping by on my own. I highly recommend it. Thank you!

I come here sometimes. It's pretty good. I live a block away so I walk by almost every day. Today I was walking by and saw that they had a special, $20 steak and beer. I'm thinking, I'm not hungry. I usually just eat down the street at the 7-11, sandwich soda chips taquitos and maybe a candy bar. Usually comes out to around the same price . So I figured , why not? "Why not" has gotten me in a lot of trouble . Last time I got into a van, and now I have a scar on my left back side. I haven't been to a doctor yet, but my blood/urine ratio still seams ok. Anyway... this time I walk in, greeted . This is a neighborhood establishment. So I see most of these guys around the block. You know. Like it used to be, at the grocery store , at the bank, at the coffee shop. Anyway, I'm thinking . A $20 dollar steak , is going to be a shitty. I would never eat a steak that costs less than $50. Sorry, that's just how I roll. It was good . It was real good! Had the steak, huge, cooked medium rare to perfection. I got the fruh kolsch, about four of them. Overall an above pleasant experience . And they have a great selection of desserts . Just go here . And don't get into a white ford van that is in the area. No matter what the guy promised.

New resident to inner Richmond and couldn't be happier with Steins! Just left and it's everything you'd want at a local bar. Insanely friendly staff (we had a lovely reddish-hair woman with an adorable son), great beers and amply-spaced out seating outdoors. I love beer, but not very familiar with belgium style but they have a great 0.3 L for $4 so you're not committed to a huge beer. Although, both beers I had, I loved. Definitely will be back!

Steins was the perfect place to host my wedding welcome drinks. The owner and bartender could not have been nicer and everyone loved their selection of beer. It was such a pleasure to work with Steins for this event. Great food. Great beer. And all the sports you could ever want on tv.

Came here after Bay to Breakers for brunch. This place was low key and chill, which is exactly what we wanted. Food was outstanding! No bottomless mimosas, but you get a Craft and a full glass for $18. Turns out a craft is a pretty good sized portion! Wait staff is super friendly and since it wasn't busy the cook even melted cheese over my friend's fries. My new fav!

I had a wonderful experience here with my friend with outdoor dining. The fries and bratwurst were great and the prices for the beer and cider were excellent at $6 for 0.5L and $12 for 1L. Our server was very patient, kind, and kept his distance while serving us our food. It was a wonderful experience overall and I would 100% recommend this place to anyone who asks.

This is a great spot in the Richmond District. If you can catch their specials, you should definitely try it. We started coming here when Mandy was working. She is super sweet and we miss her. The staff are always nice. Unfortunately we aren't big beer drinkers but I've heard they have good beers though. Maybe give that a try on your first visit. My kids love the food (which is always a plus).

Wow - I haven't reviewed Steins? It used to be a favorite haunt of mine a couple of years ago when I worked nearby. It's clean, great beers, good food. The people that run it are super nice and they have a friendly clientele. Great place to watch a game or chill with some good vibes. I am going to be in the Richmond tomorrow - I plan to stop by and get an update.

I really like Steins- nice relatively quite place to enjoy a beer, the game or some conversation. Phil, Mandy and Alex keep things running smooth. The menu while obviously German/Hungarian centric-still has something for everyone. As a culinary professional myself I don't mind saying I was impressed with the quality and presentation of the food. Great local spot. And oh yes.....the beer....the beer