Octavia

4.9 (2871)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

1701 Octavia Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

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Octavia

4.9

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Pacific Heights

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2 people

20 Sept 2026

19:00

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:30
Phone number
(415) 408-7507
Website
http://www.octavia-sf.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Melissa Perello
Private party facilities
Thank you for your interest in Octavia. We would be delighted to host your next event!
Private party contact
Events Team: (415) 408-7507

Location
1701 Octavia Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
Area
Pacific Heights
Cross street
Bush Street
Parking Details
There is limited street parking near the restaurant. The closest garage is The Japan Center Garages which consists of two parking garages; The Main Garage located at 1610 Geary Boulevard and The Fillmore Annex Garage, located at 1650 Fillmore Street between Geary and Post Streets.
Public transport
1 Bus Stop located at Octavia St. and Sacramento St. (3 blocks North)38/38R Bus Stop located at Geary Blvd. and Laguna St. (4 blocks South)
Entertainment
Instagram: sf_octavia
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

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Experiences

Large Party Reservation (7-12 people)
US$98.00 per person
7 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Reservations of 7+ require a family-style, chef's tasting menu at $98 per person. The menu is comprised of 8-10 dishes served in four courses, including dessert. -Indoor Standard: Dining Room Table -Chef's Table: If selecting the Chef's Table, this table is located in the heart of the kitchen and seats a maximum of 10 guests. The menu is served in a chef's choice, family-style format. -Outdoor: Our outdoor parklets can accommodate as many as 12 guests. They are semi-enclosed, heated (when applicable), and covered from the elements. Pricing reflects food menu only. All menus and onsite selections will be billed and presented with your final check onsite. Please contact the restaurant with advance notice to confirm accommodation of dietary restrictions.

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Octavia.

4.9

(2871)

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Francisco Bay Area
Contemporary American
San Francisco
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Octavia is a celebrated gem in San Francisco, offering a "phenomenal neighborhood" dining experience with "outstanding food and service." With its "creative flavors" and "beautifully presented dishes," the tasting menu is highly recommended. The ambiance is "lovely," and the staff is "warm and attentive." An "absolutely amazing" culinary destination.

2,871 Reviews

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Alexandra
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always a favorite! Love the rotating menu and never miss the homemade bread.
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Savannah
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely and cozy ambiance, our server was friendly and helpful, and the food was amazing! Wonderful dinner can’t wait to return.
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Jill Gold
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious meal. From start to finish. Highly recommend.
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Michael
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing from start to finish. Everything about this place is a yes! Enjoyed the freshness and creativity of each dish. Great service and thoughtful attention to detail.
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Jackie
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. I especially liked the heirloom tomato on sourdough toast, the albacore on watermelon, the black cod entree, and the upside down cake dessert.
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Eric
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent in all respects, except, perhaps, for the lack of AC on SF's hottest evening.
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anu Gold
San Francisco Bay Area70 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was just stellar! We were 2 vegetarians so some of the dishes could be made veg. Gnocchi and eggplant pasta were so so tasty. Appetizers were great. Upside cake was simple but flavorful. It could use something on it. Service was timely, efficient and wonderful. Will come back again for sure!
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Stephanie Gold
San Francisco Bay Area73 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal neighborhood gem and one of the best in San Francisco at this time. The prixe fixe menu with wine pairing is the way to go. It is an excellent way to try many of their dishes. We will be back.
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Richard Gold
San Francisco Bay Area95 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the chef’s tasting menu and it was fabulous
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Larry Gold
London31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Remarkably quiet outside heated table area. Chef’s men delicious - slightly too-large portions but each wonderful and beautifully presented. A terrific anniversary celebration.
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