John's Grill

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63 Ellis St
San Francisco, CA 94102
John's Grill has been a San Francisco tradition since 1908. This historic restaurant is one of the city's oldest and most famous and is a favorite of celebrities who enjoy great steaks, expertly prepared fresh seafood with excellent service, and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere. John's Grill was a setting in author Dashiell Hammett, The Maltese Falcon. The restaurant has earned many tributes: it has been chosen as one of the 10 best by Esquire and featured in Gourmet Magazine. If you're looking for a great steak dinner or seafood dinner in San Francisco, then John's Grill is a must-try restaurant. We can't wait to serve you!

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3.51,945 reviews
Chris M.
11/28/2025

Legendary restaurant where you feel surrounded by so much history. The waiters were dressed like someone out of a 1930's movie. Great service and the food was very enjoyable.

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Jennifer S.
12/13/2025

The neon signs outside are so fun and inviting. The place is HOPPING! Definitely make reservations ahead of time to avoid wandering waiting on an opening. The place is quite small but the...

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Mel S.
12/7/2025

Came here on a Wednesday afternoon to enjoy a classic SF staple. John's Grill has been around since 1908 and is home of the Maltese Falcon. The server we had was incredible with his knowledge of...

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Chris J.
11/28/2025

When I saw John's Grill open on Thanksgiving now, I didn't even hesitate. Given the opportunity, I will always choose John's for one reason: filet mignon. This staple of yesteryear is increasingly...

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Kris B.
10/31/2025

We came with our dear friends and this meal was perfection from start to finish. Everything we ordered was delicious and the service was exceptional. Plus the feeling of the place was very old San...

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