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Plow

Plow

Breakfast Spot$$$$
Potrero Hill, San Francisco
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    Maya B.
    "The lemon ricotta pancakes are amazing as are the rosemary potatoes"(68 Tips)
    Ansell
    "The Plow Plate is the best breakfast I've ever had."(14 Tips)
    Luke B.
    "Also, the fried egg sandwich and French toast are phenomenal."(14 Tips)
    Jenny U.
    "The breakfast potatoes were the best I've ever had."(12 Tips)
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  • Katharina T.heart icon on user image
    Katharina TappeinerAugust 14, 2015
    Absolutely great breakfast. Would have loved to taste the entire menu if my stomach capacity had allowed it. Cues are impressive though. Make sure you get there early.
  • amanda m.
    amanda munroeMay 18, 2013
    kid friendly is a stretch but kid accommodating? absolutely. the staff was fantastic & made brunch w/a baby great. they were quick w/the mimosas & brought over toys to keep the little one entertained.
  • Kenny V.
    Kenny VickJanuary 18, 2014
    I'm sure that Plow is simply divine for breakfast, but if they're going to stay open until 2pm, I think that they should have more than two lunch plates. The Reuben was tasty.
  • Petie P.heart icon on user image
    Petie PizarroMarch 9, 2016
    Best breakfast in San Francisco! I don't even eat pancakes, but these lemon pancakes were to die for.
  • Addison H.heart icon on user image
    Addison HuffJanuary 15, 2016
    Possibly the best buttermilk biscuit I've ever had. Lemon ricotta pancakes lived up to the hype. Food is all sourced from local farms 👍
  • Amanda A.heart icon on user image
    Amanda AizussJuly 13, 2015
    There is always a long wait here, and it's really good but not *wow* quality. Get the plow to experience eggs *and* the delicious (must-try) lemon ricotta pancakes.
  • Jen D.heart icon on user image
    Jen DApril 25, 2017
    The crab + asparagus scramble was very plain, but the french toast was good. Good, but may not be worth an hours' wait with the choices down the st.
  • Kiri I.heart icon on user image
    Kiri InouyeOctober 18, 2016
    Breakfast sandwich (w avocado and bacon of course) and lemon ricotta pancakes are my fave! About a 30 min wait for 3 on a Monday morning.
  • Caro L.heart icon on user image
    Caro LinaJune 2, 2018
    We had the Plow breakfast and it 100% lived up to its reputation. Fantastic and friendly service. Highly recommended!
  • Peter A.heart icon on user image
    Peter Abou ChacraNovember 3, 2018
    Simple, high quality ingredients balanced to great effect. The house potatoes are delicious!
  • Alexander P.heart icon on user image
    Alexander PiluguinaApril 27, 2018
    Incredible place to start your day on a great note with sunny staff and a butter chicken to die for!!!
  • Vic Z.
    Vic ZaudJanuary 12, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Unique and amazing attention to foodie detail. By foodies for foodies. Come here for a traditional Chinese pork breakfast or an American scramble. Amazing. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
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    VassilisSeptember 16, 2016
    THE place for breakfast in SF!! Both service and taste Recommending the prosciutto + gruyere sandwich
  • Christophe L.heart icon on user image
    Christophe LampertiSeptember 7, 2019
    It’s good, but not worth the 1 hour+ wait time.
  • Shawn C.heart icon on user image
    Shawn CalhounApril 22, 2018
    French toast, a side of 🥓 and black coffee.....and the two hour wait is a distant memory.
  • Lamiaheart icon on user image
    LamiaNovember 15, 2015
    Worth a try for a brunch, even if you have to wait an hour. The Plow (plate with patatoes, bacon, eggs and pancakes) is amazing
  • H K.heart icon on user image
    H KJanuary 15, 2017
    "Plow" with lemon pancakes and pork sausage was amazing. The wait can be long on weekends (2 hrs).
  • Lisa R.heart icon on user image
    Lisa RayleJanuary 24, 2016
    Soft scrambled eggs and crispy potatoes. When it's in season, get the Dungeness crab salad.
  • Eddy B.
    Eddy BadrinaJune 29, 2016
    Lemon ricotta pancakes. Just get The Plow and pair the 'cakes with their potatoes and bacon.
  • Olek B.heart icon on user image
    Olek BuzJune 22, 2019
    Every bite of their special ‘The plow’ breakfast plate is something... and that strawberry lemonade... mmm....
  • Bobbie M.heart icon on user image
    Bobbie McLellanNovember 26, 2017
    Biscuits and sausage gravy. The lemon ricotta pancakes were very good as well.
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    BommyNovember 17, 2014
    Don't understand the hype. Lemon ricotta pancakes are good but save $$ and scramble your own eggs at home. Fried egg sandwich is tasty i guess?
  • vivienne a.
    vivienne au-yangFebruary 3, 2016
    extremely long wait on Sats. be prepared with a cup of warm coffee and plenty of warm clothes. the potatoes and eggs are the bomb!
  • Elizabeth B.
    Elizabeth BursteinSeptember 11, 2018
    Had the Plow and it was so heavy! The potatos and spices around them are so good. I had the biscuit before which made me feel way too full after. The eggs scrambled are too light with no spices. Meh
  • Jess B.heart icon on user image
    Jess BarronNovember 7, 2013
    I love pumpkin, but the pumpkin pancakes are just OK (not pumpkin-y enough). If you want pancakes, get the lemon ricotta ones, which are pretty incredible.
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    kev/nullSeptember 22, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    If it's your first time here, get the Plow. The crispy potatoes are the best in town. Come on weekdays before 9 to skip the line.
  • Vincent T.
    Vincent TanApril 30, 2016
    Excellent lemon pancake and home made sausages. Certainly worth the wait!
  • Lyn T.heart icon on user image
    Lyn Tolan-BarbinFebruary 26, 2015
    Don't miss the potatoes, which are perfectly cooked and well seasoned to flavorful.
  • Ansellheart icon on user image
    AnsellAugust 14, 2014
    The Plow Plate is the best breakfast I've ever had.
  • Jennifer Y.
    Jennifer YipJune 24, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    if you get here at 7:45AM on a Saturday, you'll likely get seated, so sleep in a little :)
  • Kristine V.heart icon on user image
    Kristine VelezAugust 14, 2014
    The Plow is a must order! It comes with their crispy potatoes, 2 eggs, lemon ricotta pancakes and meat of your choice like bacon or sausage.
  • Harry R.heart icon on user image
    Harry RobertsOctober 23, 2015
    The Plow with scrambled egg, pork sausage, and extra bacon changed breakfast for me. Amazing.
  • Joshua H.heart icon on user image
    Joshua HaftelJanuary 27, 2016
    The plow is great, perfect combo of salty and sweet, with wonderful potatoes. These folks do breakfast right.
  • Le J.heart icon on user image
    Le JordanJanuary 17, 2018
    This place is hopping! Get here early or grab a coffee and wait for a table. It’s all good.
  • Grace S.
    Grace S.August 16, 2013
    Fried egg sandwich w/ avocado & bacon for sure and a side of the pork sausage. (The egg is cooked with a runny yolk.) Lemon ricotta pancakes were good but didn't live up to the hype for me.
  • Maya B.heart icon on user image
    Maya ByrneJanuary 5, 2019
    The lemon ricotta pancakes are amazing as are the rosemary potatoes
  • Jennifer H.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer HarbinApril 25, 2017
    Seriously one of the best breakfasts I've ever had. Be sure to get their sausage made in-house.
  • Carmen S.
    Carmen SutterJune 24, 2014
    Fried egg sandwich and greatest breakfast potatoes ever. No espresso drinks but compensate with a Mimosa.
  • Lillian C.
    Lillian ChanOctober 28, 2013
    I'm a potato fiend and these people know how to make potatoes. I'm not usually a pancake person, but damn the lemon ricotta pancakes are good.
  • Agatha Y.heart icon on user image
    Agatha YuDecember 11, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Sit at the marble countertop to watch the chefs cook up a storm! Amazing breakfast during the weekday to avoid the weekend 2 hour line
  • Tanay J.heart icon on user image
    Tanay JaipuriaNovember 29, 2014
    You'll probably have to wait for two to three hours but you won't regret it. The lemon ricotta pancakes are heavenly.
  • Jennifer T.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer TerryMarch 25, 2016
    Worth the wait. Definitely try the biscuit and the plow potatoes!
  • Michael G.heart icon on user image
    Michael GillNovember 18, 2016
    Great brunch! Prepare to wait for a table as it gets extremely busy on the weekends.
  • Jeremy J.
    Jeremy JacobowitzAugust 10, 2014
    Little pricey, and there will definitely be a wait, but SO worth it! Get The Plow! You won't be disappointed!
  • Brad S.
    Brad SingleyApril 13, 2023
    Been here 5+ times
    Have to try the Plow. The potatoes are next level. A side of avocado is a great addition.
  • Matthew H.heart icon on user image
    Matthew HuieJune 9, 2016
    Get the chia seed pudding as an appetizer to share!
  • Ugur K.heart icon on user image
    Ugur KanerJune 25, 2014
    Show up alone and grab a chair by the kitchen. Order pancakes and coffee, enjoy watching kitchen staff doing their magic.
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneNovember 25, 2018
    Crab scallion scramble $21 with crispy potatoes
  • The Feast
    The FeastJune 13, 2011
    For a solid start to the day try Plow's simple, organic, and locally-sourced breakfast and brunch comfort plates like lemon ricotta pancakes and fried chicken with biscuits and gravy. Read more
  • Karla D.
    Karla DeguzmanMarch 10, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Best straight-up breakfast (and fruit plate, and I cannot believe I am writing that) in the city.
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