Nestled under a stunning stained-glass ceiling, this chic café pairs classic American fare with a view of Union Square, perfect for leisurely dining.
"The Rotunda is the rare place in the city where you can dine under a mesmerizing stained glass ceiling, gaze out at Union Square, and eat free popovers. At this American restaurant (on the fourth floor of Neiman Marcus), it’s the sole duty of one or two staff to drop off the eggy, puffed-up carbohydrates, and a side of strawberry butter, at the start of your chic lunch or afternoon tea. These rolls are usually still warm, and are gifted alongside a cup of (also free) chicken broth." - julia chen 1, patrick wong
"If you’re going to dine in Union Square, might as well pull out all the stops, right? The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus is all white tablecloths and fine dining, set beneath the store’s iconic stained glass dome with unparalleled views of the square. The traditional move is to catch afternoon tea, though entrees are also offered for a heartier meal." - Dianne de Guzman, Paolo Bicchieri
"Sipping tea and tucking into a plate of popovers under the stunning glass dome at the Rotunda is a holiday season standby for San Franciscans — but January 1 is not too late to get into the festive spirit. Brunch starts at 11 a.m., with afternoon tea service beginning at 2:30 p.m." - Dianne de Guzman
"During the holiday season, you’ll often find this restaurant packed with out-of-towners toting big shopping bags. It’s easy to understand why: Perched atop the store’s fourth floor, the Rotunda offers great views of Union Square and that towering Christmas tree installed every winter. Train your eyes upward to take in the equally stunning stained glass dome. For a quicker visit opt for afternoon tea, an elegant affair, or just a glass of bubbles and a plate of the famous popovers served with strawberry butter. But if you’re really hungry, there’s also a full menu available for lunch, which is served from 11 a.m. to 4 or 5 p.m. depending on the day." - Dianne de Guzman, Eater Staff
"Join those who lunch for a post-shopping afternoon tea at this swank department-store restaurant with stunning views of Union Square below. The tea service (daily beginning at 2:30 p.m.) comes with mini sandwiches, pastries, petits fours, and the famed popovers with strawberry butter. You can also add a glass of Champagne to the mix, of course." - Dianne de Guzman, Eater Staff
