The Grove Restaurant & Bar

The atmosphere is killer. Loved how it looks inside with the huge trees, lights, and multiple floors. It’s almost like one of those romantic movie film sets. I got the breakfast burrito and my wife got the eggs Benedict. Do be aware that a lot of San Francisco restaurants add on a “mandate” charge for their employees health care that the customer has to pay for instead of the company. Beyond that, the food is reasonably priced for what you get. Honestly I’m a bit torn. I loved the food, I loved the atmosphere, but it’s self-serve in that you can’t sit still a table until you order; and even then it’s basically cafeteria style with order and pay and then get a number. No service per say. But the food is great and the atmosphere is killer. So yeah. I’d definitely purely come back!

Absolutely LOVED this place! Service & food was unbelievable. Truly a hidden gem. Can’t WAIT to go back here next time I’m in SF. Amazing goat cheese/ strawb salad & the Club with the Cali avo was unmatched! Had a fabulous oat milk iced coffee & hubby had a tasty hazy IPA. We will be back! ❤️😋

Excellent vibe. Was here during SB weekend so it was busy. You place your order first and then find seating. Plenty of space and you have the option of inside or outside dining. The servers find you by the number they give you when you placed your order. Food was excellent. The Mac & cheese was especially good. There are several servers walking around if you want to order another beverage or need anything. As soon as you are done there's someone cleaning the table and boom...next party is sitting down. Oh they have a bar so I'm guessing you can just get a seat there if available. Thia place gets the Mr. National seal of approval

Visiting from out of town. Was kind of overwhelmed with the menu but asked the cash register worker for recommendations. So you order your food and drinks first then they give you a number and you find a seat. The workers will look for your number and deliver the food to you. We had the cobb salad, the chicken salad, fried chicken sandwich and roasted turkey BLT w add on avocado and the lemon mayo aioli. Everything was delicious!! Shout out to Joseph at the the cash register w the coconut allergy (same food allergy as me) who helped us choose our food 😅🙈

Service was excellent, very welcoming, fast and hospitable. Loved the vibe, it gave very much cabin and it was perfect since we visited in fall. I ordered the hot pastrami sandwich and while it was good, it was pretty dry (my only complaint). My friends had the chicken pot pie and portabello Benedict which they said were delicious. I tried the hashbrowns which didn’t disappoint, they were light and crispy, greaseless.

The best atmosphere for a coffee date, The Grove is both lively and relaxing thanks to the fireplace and comfortable furniture. Unfortunately there are very few vegan food options and I was disappointed to learn later that even the chai mix contains a milk derivative which makes it not vegan. 😣 I am happy that they serve Grand Coffees and they're one of the few coffee shops in the area that's open on the weekends so I'll likely go again but would love more vegan choices!

Before heading out to tour areas of Cali, I stopped in for breakfast across the street from my hotel because of the crowd I noticed. Yep, it’s always good to follow the natives. From the time I walked in, to sitting, and to leaving every staff spoke to me, gave a smile, and offered their assistance. I had a simple breakfast but it was cooked with quality ingredients. The eggs tasted much fresher than the eggs cooked served up in the D-M-V. Good food and awesome staff — what a way to jump start my day!

Outstanding food and customer service with a smile! I had the Eggs Benedict Dave’s Way (avocado and bacon) and a lavender latte. Beautiful presentation and seriously the best hash browns I’ve ever had in my life. I’ve never had rosemary infused hashbrowns before and now all other hashbrowns feel inferior. Breakfast is available all day. Can’t wait to come back!

The food here is amazing!! We come into the city and spend Dec 23 enjoying dinner and drinks and we always stop for breakfast at The Grove before head back home on the 24th. Their Mediterranean seasoning is made in house and it is delicious! I wish they would sell it by the jar. I would stock my pantry! We usually see Santa but this year he was noticeably absent. My kids - now late teens and early 20s - missed that part of our annual tradition. We hope that he'll be back next year. It's great to see the expansions they've done between our visits. The area on the corner used to be a coffee shop but it closed and has extended their dining room. The bar on the other side is a nice addition from last year. We love the ambiance and the lights around the tree and along the ceiling. It adds to the energy and spirit of the place. The Bloody Mary's are good and I always enjoy a little Baileys in my coffee. This place is great. We can't wait to go back again.

It's really close to where I live, so I decided to give it a try. We had the Breakfast Burrito, which included soft scrambled eggs, crispy golden rosemary hash browns, smoky black beans, aged sharp cheddar, Monterey jack, salsa, and mashed avocado. We also ordered The Grove Eggs Benedict with Ham, which came with two poached eggs on a toasted English muffin, American heritage ham, lemon hollandaise, and chives, accompanied by crispy golden rosemary hash browns or organic baby lettuces. While everything tasted alright, I personally found it to be a bit pricey.

Came here for a team building lunch. We arrived around 11am for an early lunch to avoid the crowd. We were greeted by the owner who wore Santa costume. The interior of the restaurant was full of Christmas decoration. Food: Portions are huge. Veggies are fresh. Services: Very nice and personal. Santa dropped by a few times to make sure that we had the chance to take photos with him. Ambiance: Relaxing and festive. People came early to grab tables upstairs which is semi-private. We will come again.

We stumbled in here by accident and were thoroughly impressed. The festive holiday decor and happy bartender made our quick stop so enjoyable. We had a mimosa, Paloma, and shared an avocado toast. I'm not sure what it looks like when it's not the holidays, but I'm Guessing still as nice. The bathrooms were really cool too!

Berkeley salad and fried chicken- not bad and very tourist sight downtown. Prices are mid range but chicken was incredibly dried and more baked than truly fried. The salad was quite basic as well with a bland dressing.

Overpriced for what it is. Food was not properly seasoned, we found our food to be quite bland, definitely nothing special. The chicken promised adobo seasoning on the chicken as well as jalapeño slaw, but there was no heat (or much flavor) at all. The pastrami had a lot of meat, but not much flavor either. The latte was not good, the espresso was not pulled well. The Christmas decorations were definitely fun, and the staff was helpful and friendly. And the upstairs is very fun!

My friend introduced me to this spot in SF in December of 2022 and I've gone twice since then. The café mocha is delicious but left me with an aftertaste. The French Toast is always my go to and the presentation of the food looks and tastes delicious. The interior is decorated with trees wrapped in lights which is giving cozy, bright treehouse vibes. The place is packed inside and out, so be prepared to wait. I always opt to dine outside because the inside can get a little loud. The servers are so sweet and constantly checked in on us. Taking off one star because the outdoor area can get packed so you're super close to your neighbors which makes it very easy to eavesdrop on conversations (little privacy) and even bump purses with the person next to you.

On a random Monday at lunch, The Grove was packed with a line leading out the door. Although the line was long, it moved quickly to the counter to place the order which was awesome to see. The small inside seating area was also pretty packed, but we were able to find a spot pretty easily. Our food also came out pretty quickly - this is a very efficient spot. The table loved all the food that came out, and my salad was no different. It was quite large, very filling, and full of fresh ingredients that were great together. For mine, you could even add strawberries at no additional charge - 100% worth it.

Explored 4 different burrito spots and this is definitely the heartiest! Loved the crispy hash browns and the chopped applewood bacon inside.

Still amazing! Convenient, central to public transit and activities. Shoutout to Abel for great service and come on Thursday nights when they have live music! It was popping then after 7:45pm. Solid sandwiches and salads and more, very filling--will last multiple meals.

I ordered from this place for lunch but got the grove breakfast sandwich and the tomato basil soup bowl. The soup was outstanding. I was craving it and it definitely satisfied the craving. The bread that comes with the soup is hard and toasted (crostini) if you're into that. The sandwich had a delicious English muffin and rest of the ingredients were fresh and hearty. I'd definitely love to try more things here!

We usually come here after church and it's got a great atmosphere and plenty of seating. It's an order at the counter place and self seating, but a server will bring you your food. Just remember to stick around after ordering because they'll put out your drinks almost immediately and you'll have to bring them to your table. So I've enjoyed some food here and not been impressed by others. The chicken pot pie was hyped up but ended up being very good watery. The best part was the pastry crust, that tells you a lot. This time I had the pastrami sandwich which was served alongside some spicy mustard which was pretty good, but a bit plain and the bread kept falling apart. My wife's Reuben on the other hand was outstanding and would definitely get again (she had it the previous time as well as seen in the picture). Overall, a decent but pricey place to have lunch in the area. Rating is due to inconsistent quality of food.

My coworkers and I came here for breakfast on our last day in San Francisco. This restaurant gets quite busy even for the first hour of service. While we were one of the first people in line, there was already a phone order and a large group of people after. I ordered a cafe mocha and the eggs benedict. The mocha was quite flavorful and I would highly recommend it. The eggs benedict were perfectly poached. The english muffins underneath were the perfect vessels to soak up the runny egg yolk. The hash browns were crispy and golden. It was a perfect complement to the eggs and ham.

I ordered a tuna melt via DoorDash and idk what was happening in the kitchen at The Grove. Only half of my sandwich had tuna on it. The other half only had a lil melted cheese. I had to combine my full sandwich into a half because there was no tuna. For $17 this is not okay. Would say that The Grove is consistently not great.

Back in April my boyfriend and I got to check out this super cute restaurant while in San Fran. I really enjoyed the ambiance and decor. It was so unique and really fun! I was pretty simple for my food and ordered a bacon, egg and cheese breakfast sandwich and a latte. They were both pretty good. I didn't love the sandwich, but I can't say anything was wrong with it other than it could have used a little more flavor. Overall we enjoyed out meal and time here. Really beautiful location!

The good: Cool vibes, large space. The bad: Hot pastrami sandwich was extremely fatty, more fat than lean pieces. Pricey as well at $22, recommend skipping and just getting something from the breakfast or salad menu.

Spacious restaurant in Yerba Buena, with tons of breakfast and brunch options. I got a tuna melt (around $20 post tax) which was quite filling but a bit too greasy/oily for me. (The bottom was almost coated in oil). It was a huge portion though so justified the price slightly. It came with lightly dressed salad (or chips, your choice) and also a pickle. Service was pretty fast and the vibe inside was very chill on a Friday around lunchtime. They have both indoor and outdoor seating.

Stopped in on Christmas Day to warm up and get some food to tide us over until dinner. We cozied up to the bar and ordered the hummus plate and a cafe mocha. They weren't skimpy on the hummus and the mocha was probably the best coffee I've had in the city.

Quick service. When you ask to warm the baked goods, ensure they warm it, not heat it super hot

Best chicken tortilla soup I've ever had. Thick, lemony, and full of big chunks of avocado, pulled chicken and tortilla. I'd come back just for the soup. Recommend getting the bowl though; the cup was tiny. Great service - attentive, quick and friendly waiters. Unique lodge style space and warm ambiance. Came at breakfast time and the entire menu was available. A little on the pricey side but what isn't these days. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

Every time I visit San Francisco I usually pop in here for a meal... it's just a solidly good breakfast/brunch option in downtown that is dependable, has an open table, is never too busy. Granted some weekend mornings you will find a line here out the door, thankfully you can order from the To-go window or the takeout cafe next door as well. They have a few outside tables which are dog-friendly as well. I usually get the Eggs Benedict or the breakfast burrito here, both are done very well. Also, I love the Bloody Mary's here, served with a bacon garnish. I'm looking forward to coming back again.

This place has a really cute tree house vibe. There is an upstairs seating option. As soon as you enter , be prepared to order and then you can choose where you sit. As a group of 2 we tried the following Avocado Toast - 4/5. Harvest Bowl - 4/5. Spiced chai latter - 3/5.

Pros: Good price point for this location in the city. Portions are just substantial enough based on price point. Busy, but you can find a seat at the prime breakfast time and have space to yourself. Cons: the counter can get backed up meaning you may stand for a while before ordering. The pastrami was 50% gristle fat. The normal toast is a sweet bread which is soft and desirable, but not my preference. A heartier sourdough might be better. They won't do fried eggs to order. Options are limited. The price point is generally good, but some items are over-priced for that type of dish.

Nice spot which seems like a reliable option with dishes for every taste since they have a lot of options! Loved the vibe inside which felt like a cabin in the woods. There's a lot of seating as well so should be easy to find spots. We got the breakfast burrito and veggie sandwich, both tasted good and were decently priced. Overall a good spot to come to!

I ordered lunch through DoorDash. This was my 2nd time. Food is delicious and I was not disappointed. Definitely recommend the eggs benedict, the vegan chili and the grove turkey club. Even the chocolate chip cookies are good. Will definitely order again.

This place is such a vibe - it's like eating in a giant, bohemian-chic treehouse!! It's local-family-owned - the food was fantastic, staff friendly and efficient, great location....it's very popular (no surprise there), gets super crowded, and prices are kinda high (expected in DTSF tho). Even still, I'd definitely come back again on my next visit. I came in hoping for a quick lunch during a break in a conference I was attending nearby - it was pretty packed and chaotic but somehow they got my food out quickly and I managed to get a table upstairs (which I highly recommend bc it really feels like a treehouse from up there especially lol). I ordered their Berkeley Bowl salad with grilled chicken and a cup of the Chicken Lime Tortilla soup. The soup was packed full of tender chicken, avocado, and flavor - delicious!! But the salad was the star of the show! It comes with all sorts of veggies, roasted beets, chickpeas, sunflower seeds, and topped with their green goddess dressing. I added on the chicken breast which they roast in-house and it was delectably tender and flavorful - a fantastic lunch! The interior is made to look like a forest grove and is such a fun spot to eat! It was chaotic and packed and the staff were running their butts off, but they were all smiles and so helpful - impressive service! They also have a lot of covered patio seating - but the inside has more character. They have quite a large menu - lots of variety of food and drinks. Prices are high for what it is but it's DTSF and the quality is there so it's to be expected. It's in an excellent location near the Moscone center and is very walkable. Parking would be a nightmare in this area so you're better off leaving the car. I had a great lunch and would definitely go out of my way to come back next time I'm in town!

Dear Yelp Journal, I am shocked and appalled by the service and quality of the breakfast meal. My meal was placed before me, for two minutes later having the server remove my plate without asking me and simply saying wrong plate - to which then he placed another same style plate in front of me. Hashbrowns were soft, bacon was soft, biscuit was undercooked (had the Eggs Benedict meal). And to top it hair a short strand of black hair was underneath my bread. I would not recommend. I left without finishing the meal. Self service with sit down restaurant prices, for an overpriced flash meal. $50 for 2 drip coffees, and 2 breakfast plates.

Great place for a quick brunch. (+) pretty much a self service, you order from the cashier, get a number, find somewhere to get seated and they'll bring you over the food (+) the food was tasty and they had a variety of brunch items all in reasonable price (+) the latte was good, you can tell the beans they use were great quality

A bit pricey, but good food and a very nice ambiance! A group of us stayed at the Hyatt Regency hotel across the street and went to The Grove several times for brunch. We got a variety of different dishes, my two favorites being the French toast and the breakfast quiche. Unfortunately I didn't get photos of everything! When you enter, you get a menu and then you order and pay at the counter. You get a number card to bring to your table and your food will get brought to you. There's a water station to help yourself, next to a coffee bar. The French toast was sooo good, we ordered it multiple times! The bread was so soft and perfectly battered to sweetness. The strawberries were fresh and paired well. My personal favorite was the quiche, which came with a side of arugula salad and fresh berries. Overall, a fantastic brunch place!

A neat restaurant with excellent brunch options. I came here around 12:30pm on Sunday with three friends and there was no line at all. You order at the counter and then they bring your food to your table. I had eggs benedict (Dave's style) and an Arnold Palmer, and the food was top notch The eggs were gooey and the Hollandaise had a perfectly smooth texture. What I loved the most, however, was the Arnold Palmer that was made right in front of me with amazing gradient between the lemonade and the ice tea. The decor is really cool and leans heavily into wood paneling to capture the essence of a lodge in the woods. They have a variety of seating both indoor and outdoor, but some of the outdoor seating is inflexible. The service was wonderful with very friendly staff who worked efficiently and were helpful in explaining the menu. I'll definitely return for more next time I'm in SF.

Not a bad option if you're staying in the area! We walked here from our hotel. When we walked in, there was a worker who greeted and gave us menus. You go up to the counter to order, they give you a number, then you sit down at a table. I ordered black coffee with the breakfast special: the usual scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, and hash browns. My sister tried their cardamom latte, and eggs Benedict with ham. The portions were kinda large! I was pretty full and couldn't eat the bread. The coffee was decent. Not the best but I wanted something to help adjust with the jet lag. My sister liked the cardamom latte but she said her ham was bland. Like I said, not a bad option around here. Food came out fast and it seemed like a lot of tourists come here as well. It's got a cabin vibe so it was nice to sit there a while.

I really enjoyed this restaurant for breakfast. I stopped by with my team after a recommendation from one of my coworkers. The style counter service, is you are looking for something quick and casual this is the spot for you! There is plenty of seating both inside and outside. I ordered the veggie quiche which I really enjoyed. The quiche comes with a fruit bowl and a side salad. I also ordered a slice of banana bread which contained walnuts which I loved! Many of my coworkers were able to try the banana bread and really liked it! Finally, I ordered the latter with almond milk and the latte art was a nice surprise! The staff is very friendly and helpful. They made sure we had everything and were very attentive! Highly recommend!

We met here with friends for lunch, we were seated upstairs and received awesome food and service. My cheeseburger was $18 but was huge and well worth it.

Omg, they serve the most gorgeous, delicious Roast Chicken Apple Salad here! It comes with seasonal fruit for free also. Today, it was the best, freshest strawberries. Yum! This is my favorite sweet + savory salad in the city. (I've found the fruit at Sweetgreen and other salad shops to be often under-ripe and not as good as it could be.) Order at the counter and they'll bring the food out to your table. Casual dining, comfort food. Big place with lots of indoor dining, but I prefer the outside spots on a nice day. Friendly service.

Stop coming here!! This place used to be great. It is horrible - for at leas the last two years. It's too expensive to not finally write about how bad it is. Every time I come here with friends the last two years, regardless of time or day of week, the food is cold. Always. And some of their classic great dishes are just lame in taste now. I used to always get the vegetarian chili and people would be jealous. Now it tastes horrible. Like a bad salsa with some kidney beans. And always cold. Today I finally sent it back. It came back cold again! And the bread was horrible. What the heck? Everything I get here now is bad. The Grove used to be the best place to meet friends or sit by yourself. DO NOT GO HERE. I'm done. I will no longer go or bring friends. It's been embarrassing me to bring people here for two years. It's clearly not getting any better.

Fantastic ambiance decor. Very chic. Counter service and delectable food. Must go if you need a casual place.

I found The Grove off an article listing "cozy places to eat and drink in SF" and figured, it's been pretty chilly recently, let's check it out! I had higher hopes for this restaurant, but those were quickly dashed with every minute I spent inside. First off, there were staff around the entrance but we figured out how to grab a menu for ourselves and started browsing. The staff hung around awkwardly and asked if we planned to drink, holding what seemed to be a separate drinks menu? There are drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) on the back of the standard menu so maybe this was a holiday-only deal. My party and I said no and they resumed hanging around the front door. Upon arriving at the register to place my order, I had to repeat myself a few times because the cashier rung up my order incorrectly. There's a junk fee added to the menu items which is just salt in the wound given the service so far. And the tip screen started at 18% when you're already paying an extra 6% on top of the menu prices, and you're seating yourself and getting your own water and your own menu, and correcting the cashier. The lavender lemonade I got didn't taste like lavender at all but at least it was purple on top, so if you're into paying a bit extra for a purple drink then go for it. My party and I found a table on the ground floor and got to chatting. Despite ordering back to back, our food came out at different times and my dessert was forgotten. I asked the server who was about to take my number away, where my last item was, and they were completely out of it. They asked 3x what item it was and pointed to the receipt taped to their arm, where I confirmed that my dessert hadn't been delivered and it was obvious from the table setting that there hadn't been another dish there. They brought my dish a few minutes later, but I was put off by how flustered every single staff member I interacted with acted. The food was okay. I got a pastrami sandwich and didn't finish most of the un-toasted bread. I can see why they ask you to tip up front - there's no incentive to provide good service so they don't.

Stopped by here for a caffeine fix before heading to the museum nearby. The service was friendly; I was greeted right when I walked in the door. They noticed I spilled some water in my bag and asked if I needed help. I wish I had more time to sit at the actual restaurant instead of the to-go area. There is a lot of sunlight in the store and I can see myself hanging out here for a while. I got a chai latte. It wasn't too sweet and had good flavors, different from your typical Starbucks chai latte. It came out out of perfect temperature so I was able to chill a bit before heading to the museum. Overall this is a nice cafe. Would come again if I was in the area!

Server was super nice and friendly!! There is a lot of space for seating, decorations are also very aesthetic and create an almost rustic vibe. The biggest factor in this rating, as usual, was the food. I got the avocado toast - I wasn't expecting much, just a filling and satisfying brunch. What I got was hard, cold bread - I understand that the grain of the bread naturally makes it harder, but I couldn't even cut it with my knife and had to tear at it with my teeth. I wouldn't have minded if the bread had been warm. The toast slices were also pretty small and the avocado was spread thinly - I had to eat more for lunch because this meal did not fill me up. And for $23.96 after tip, I definitely wished more. Some of my friends got the french toast, which seemed to hit the mark more both in terms of taste and portion size...maybe get that instead? Overall, wasn't worth it for me and will not be coming back.

Food is pretty good - but $22 for a turkey sandwich is CRAZY! For $3 to add "slice of avocado" I better be getting the entire avocado.

Had the best chicken dish! Served with radishes potatoes and arugula. Tasted like it was brick oven grilled. So tasty! I'm not sure which chicken dish this is but it was on the dinner menu

We tried the grove eggs benedict and the grove french toast for brunch. The grove eggs benedict was mediocre, nothing special. The grove french toast was not too sweet and the bacon balanced out the flavor well. The restaurant had a cozy vibe and since we went on a weekend, it was pretty packed. Overall, a nice place to get typical brunch foods for reasonable prices!

The restaurant had a to-go side as well as a dining side so make sure you walk into the right door. When you walk in, they'll give you a menu and you'll go to the counter to order. It might be a good idea to decide what you want before heading to the restaurant so you don't hold up the line. Thankfully there wasn't anyone behind us in line. The restaurant was busy but there were plenty of tables available. For my entree I got the breakfast burrito with bacon. Every bite was absolutely delicious and the burrito was wrapped well. The bacon was also evenly distributed throughout the burrito so I didn't feel as if all the meat sat in one spot.

We had a wonderful lunch at the Grove. The greeter was selling as soon as we walked in and suggested the watermelon lemonade. It did not disappoint. Perfect for a lunch on the patio. I had the roasted chicken and fruit salad, which was fantastic. This is a definite must when in town.

Still a great spot to have meal any time of day. Food is really solid, although I do tend to lean to their sandwiches, and some drink options. Service is friendly and courteous, but the wait time for the order can be a bit long. Unique decor, a bit over the top, but tables are available inside, outside, and on the 2nd floor. The decor does prevent it from adding more tables. Because of their extended hours and menu selections, it's worth a visit.

I absolutely loved the place! The staff was fun and courteous, food was great and the vibe was pretty good as well! They had a lot of options and the prices were great. I would recommend the Burgers (both portobello and chicken), The Grove eggs benedict and the Avocado and egg toast. We also tried the Veggie chilli and the vegetarian sandwich but the other dishes topped our ranking! I will definitely go for more soon :)

Went here on the recommendation of my brother who visits on business often. He described it as being a great place for breakfast that is just an all around great food experience with great ingredients. I would second that summary in agreement. The food was high quality with several things to choose from. I had their standard breakfast, my son and the burrito and my wife the quiche. The quiche in my opinion was cooked perfectly. The only flaw there was the salad dressing for the accompanying side was not to my liking. This is a place that was fast and easy to find a place and get on our way.

I wanted to love this restaurant. It's absolutely pretty and it smells delicious. But the food is sub par. The apple chicken salad is huge for $18. Could easily be split for 3 people. But every one of the ingredients were too big. I'd suggest the restaurant cut all ingredients in to small pieces so you make it easier for the customer to eat. Also the Arnold Palmer was good until I got to the tea, which was not sweet nor did it have any flavor. Wings were ok more grilled than smoked but definitely seasoned. Service was amazing. I was greeted at the door with a menu, a smile and asked if I've dined here before. The great explained where I can place an order and be seated. Might try again when back in town.

Friendly service, cute seating areas, good food! We got a Berkeley bowl salad and a cheeseburger. Both were delicious and served quickly.