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Chow

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American Restaurant, Breakfast Spot, and Italian Restaurant$$$$

Mission Dolores, San Francisco

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Chow

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EaterAugust 17, 2016
Have you had the pie at Chow? They also serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner with options ranging from an organic chicken sausage scramble to 9" wood fired pizzas to lots of pastas and salads. Read more
Alex GoffeyJanuary 22, 2015
An easy go-to spot for tasty, filling cafe fare, no matter what time of day. For weekend brunch, the pancake on the side is highly recommended when you want a sweet treat to go with your eggs.
PureWowAugust 16, 2016
The ginger cake will remind you of fall, but you can order it off the menu year-round. And, as unassuming as it is, this cake is one of restaurant critic Michael Bauer’s favorites. Read more
Chefs FeedOctober 27, 2016
Get the ginger cake with pumpkin ice cream. "The crunch and the spice of the cake goes perfectly with the coolness and creaminess of the pumpkin ice cream, which isn't too sweet." - Chef Geoffrey Lee Read more
Jenny LoAugust 9, 2015
Been here 10+ times
My default restaurant around the hood. Homie meal. I'd never had a bad dish here. Great for groups and family. My all time favorite is the Louis Prawn salad. Back patio seating is awesome.
Brittany GiudiciMarch 6, 2016
The blueberry pancakes, French toast, and chilaquiles are all phenomenal. Bring a friend, get the kid sizes, and try all three. Perfect amount of food.
Steven HDecember 15, 2016
I have mixed feelings. Two mediocre meals in the past. But today, by chance - the right choice - the spaghetti & meatballs was PERFECT in every way. Pecan pie was GLORIOUS. Yummy comfort food!
Joanna FlammJanuary 18, 2015
Huevos Rancheros were delish, service was great, but the pancake we got on the side was out of this world. DO NOT LEAVE HERE WITHOUT EATING A PANCAKE!
Mary SAugust 26, 2015
Fish tacos and sandwich were yummy. The ginger cake was absolutely a must have. Excellent, friendly service!
Tom CoatesJanuary 25, 2019
Been here 5+ times
It’s a good place just up from a diner and just down from a restaurant. Does great brunches. Lovely outdoor patio at the back. Good for kids.
Tim MacalinoJuly 26, 2018
Try the pot roast dinner ( tender beef, garlicky mash, slice of ciabatta, and topped with broccolini)!!
Anton GaddiDecember 31, 2018
Very good casual comfort food place. My most favorite, however, is their ginger cake with pumpkin ice cream and caramel dessert.
Henry WilliamsFebruary 10, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The Caramel Latte is one of the best I've had yet. The wait staff is uber friendly, and the atmosphere supports chat or just relaxing on the weekend.
Kelly 🍰October 17, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Brunch must... Garlic home fries, Marion's pancake, French toast, pot roast. Dinner is solid, try the eggplant parm and end with the gingerbread cake with caramel sauce and pumpkin ice cream !
Sam GrJuly 31, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Yummy blueberry pancakes and good coffee. No wait usually for brunch on the patio!
Kyle MeyerNovember 28, 2013
Been here 25+ times
My default cafe. Everything's good here. Ask for the (heated) patio on the back (it's through the kitchen if they let you seat yourself).
vertigeOctober 18, 2010
Had the artichoke with lemon sauce, mashed potatoes (yummy!), grilled calamari, pumpkin pie with whip cream. Organic grapefruit juice and a cup of coffee. All delicious and served quickly and kindly.
Harold LissOctober 31, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Jack of some trades, master of all. Solid iced tea, get the lamb burger, prawn louis, or fusilli and finish up with a ginger cake. Whatever you do, can't go wrong!
s vJuly 8, 2013
Warm ginger cake with pumpkin ice cream, whipped cream & caramel sauce... That's all you really need to know :)
AllenNovember 13, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Great for brunch if you have more than 4 people. It's large enough to seat them. The home fries some of the best in the city.
Jake Teton-LandisNovember 12, 2017
The Eggs Benedict was the perfect size. Excellent home fries, cooked just right. Tasty!
Estefania HMarch 8, 2015
Salads and sandwiches both good! Juice is too pricey. Awesome place for brunch, seat at the patio in the back.
Paul HartMay 30, 2015
As an Aussie, Apple Pie with Cheddar on it sounded like a monster... but it was pretty darn good. 👍
Rochelle GarretsonMarch 31, 2013
eggs Benedict, French toast with mascarpone, spring berries, cottage cheese, and a fruit smoothie...equals the perfect breakfast.
Adnan ManjalJuly 10, 2016
Great place. Loved the fusilli with lamb. Great wines too. Have some dessert.
Amir NaorNovember 7, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Great place for breakfasts. Don't miss out on their Patio at the back of the restaurant.
Robert BelnapSeptember 8, 2012
Gets busy here, but huge restaurant. The menu is all over the place, but really good. Go for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner.
Chuck RoslofMay 6, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Comfort food, basically. They have the best pie in the city.
Fernando Irías EscherJanuary 20, 2019
Been here 10+ times
Chili Noodles, Wontons and a Pilsner. Enjoy!
c0uPAugust 18, 2013
Ginger cake with pumpkin ice cream falls firmly into the desserts-I'd-only-try-because-of-foursquare category. Save room for sure!
Benjy WeinbergerJuly 26, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The pastas and the pies are among the most comforting comfort food you'll find anywhere in SF.
Kerry SnyderMay 5, 2016
The back patio has great ambience. The staff is fantastic. The fare is consistently yummy.
AngelitoOctober 5, 2012
Patio on the back is a great place to eat. Generally a good place to have simple American food made with quality ingredients.
ChrisJanuary 7, 2018
Blueberry pancakes are super delish. For a healthier option try the California eggs.
SamaherAugust 13, 2014
Great for late night quick bites. Lamb burger was ok ... Loved the warm goat cheese crostini appetizer
Matthew BroffmanJune 8, 2013
Not to jump on the foursquare bandwagon but definitely get the Thai noodles and the ginger cake with pumpkin ice cream
Anthony SmithApril 11, 2013
Garden Noodles are phenomenal. They'll probably say some stuff about the veggie plate, but c'mon. You know you want the carbs.
Nicholas RochaNovember 9, 2012
Been here 10+ times
I have been coming here for 7 years! Always great food, beer and desert. Also the staff is amazing!
Rob AtkinsonJuly 30, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Go for the classic, hearty part of the menu (e.g., pot roast)
Michee LeeApril 12, 2014
If you're getting dessert, definitely go for the ginger cake and pumpkin ice cream!
Mikahla VicinoNovember 22, 2016
Impressively fast and friendly service. The potatoes are amazing.
Ben DrozAugust 26, 2014
Locally caught tuna sandwich and organic chicken soup. #breakfastofchampions
Karina van SchaardenburgJune 15, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Tasty, fresh upscale diner food (without the upscale prices you'd expect).
kev/nullAugust 13, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Get the smiling noodles and the ginger cake with pumpkin ice cream.
Richard WhitleyJune 4, 2010
Go to Chow and try the fusilli, the smiling noodles, the grilled chicken, or the lamb sandwich, and be sure to have the ginger cake with pumpkin ice cream for dessert!
Clare NyhanMarch 24, 2011
Salads are terrific...prawn salad is great, as is the cobb salad! Choc cake is to die for. For breakfast, the chicken apple scramble is tasty as hell!
Matt HealyDecember 22, 2014
No matter what you're having for brunch, why not get a pancake on the side?
Nicolas SoldiJuly 30, 2017
I see lots of tables ordering pasta and they all seem pretty happy! I'm getting that next for sure.
Rosemarie McKeonDecember 22, 2012
Been here 5+ times
OMG. The coconut cream pie is the best I've ever had. Delicious!!
Mike MeyerMarch 4, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Get you some coconut pie. It’s delicious and you can get it to go if you want.

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