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Famed for sourdough since 1849, this California bakery/cafe chain also offers light American bites.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 160 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: (415) 351-5561
Website: https://www.bistroboudin.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: tripleseat.com
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Reviews
Joel Stains
My favourite place to grab lunch at Pier 39. I love their fresh sourdough… one of the best places you can get your food from while walking on the pier.
Their clam chowder is my all time favourite and it never misses the spot. I love their waffles, and their sandwiches taste good too. My friend loves their tomato soup, I don’t like it in general.
If you don’t know what to get, I’d suggest going with their clam chowder sourdough bowl. You can dip your sourdough in the soup and enjoy every bite of it. Sourdough tastes great and the crust is perfectly done.
Finding a table can be a bit of a wait. I’d suggest a minimum company of 2 so one can find a spot to sit and the other can bring the food to the table, because it’s self serving. Plan your visit and you’ll have a great experience, especially during Christmas!
… moreTheir clam chowder is my all time favourite and it never misses the spot. I love their waffles, and their sandwiches taste good too. My friend loves their tomato soup, I don’t like it in general.
If you don’t know what to get, I’d suggest going with their clam chowder sourdough bowl. You can dip your sourdough in the soup and enjoy every bite of it. Sourdough tastes great and the crust is perfectly done.
Finding a table can be a bit of a wait. I’d suggest a minimum company of 2 so one can find a spot to sit and the other can bring the food to the table, because it’s self serving. Plan your visit and you’ll have a great experience, especially during Christmas!
justine
stopped in for lunch after a morning of walking along the embarcadero and visiting the sea lions at pier 39. we wanted to show the kids all the sourdough critters at boudin bakery, and opted for more comfortable seating upstairs at the bistro. it was a long weekend and the place was packed but we were promptly seated. service was polite and efficient. my daughter loved the turtle sourdough bread bowl her clam chowder came in, and didn’t have complaints for the soup either. i found the chicken, mash and carrots off the kids menu to be a great value. crab & corn bisque was ok, nothing special. the standout of our meal was definitely the dungeness crab salad. fairly generous portion of sweet, succulent crab on a bed of fresh and beautifully presented vegetables. so refreshing!
… moreJuanita L
Went here after visiting alcatraz about a 10 min walk down the Embarcadero. Line moved quick. Got a pizza, crab melt, clam chowder bread bowl and bacon grill cheese. A bit pricey but its in a tourist zone so can’t really help it. Food did taste amazing, they used their house sourdough for everything. They also have a bakery which is a need to check out for all their delicious choices.
… morejin hee ahn
Wow, their size of the venue is gigantic!
I’ve only experienced bakery side not the restaurant side, but it was already overwhelming. People kept coming in and out and the queue was long, but it didn’t take that long to make an order/get a chowder soup and find a table.
The soup was a bit salty to me but was good enough to soothe my body in the gusty weather in San Francisco.
… moreI’ve only experienced bakery side not the restaurant side, but it was already overwhelming. People kept coming in and out and the queue was long, but it didn’t take that long to make an order/get a chowder soup and find a table.
The soup was a bit salty to me but was good enough to soothe my body in the gusty weather in San Francisco.
Richard Cotton
Absolutely love Boudin Bistro! We were lucky to be seated by the windows with stunning views of Alcatraz and all the lively street action below. Over a few visits we’ve tried the perfectly cooked filet mignon, indulgent Dangerous Crab, fresh swordfish, and unbeatable Boudin burger on their famous sourdough. Every dish outstanding. Staff incredibly kind and helpful. Don’t miss the fascinating bread-making show downstairs! Must-visit in San Francisco – highly recommend!
… moreM4l2K T4N
San Francisco icon boudin Bakery is a must visit when at the pier area. The Jefferson branch is must bigger with a great street view into the kitchen where all the bakers are busy at their craft. This branch is broken up into a bistro area and a bakers hall area. Their full range of offering from breads to breakfast wraps to pizzas to souvenirs are all available. Try their super cute animal shaped sourdough bread.
… moreTyson Hinton
We loved the sourdough bread. It was very flavorful. The crust was nice, and the inside of the bread was warm.
The chowder had nice flavors. Not close to the best I’ve had but servicable. The
I was impressed with the volume they were able to handle.
We sat outside, and even in December, it was pleasant.
There wasn’t anyone sitting around, so we fed our extras to the plentiful birds, which my son loved feeding the crows, pigeons, sparrows and seagulls.
It was really fun and we’ll remember it for a long time.
… moreThe chowder had nice flavors. Not close to the best I’ve had but servicable. The
I was impressed with the volume they were able to handle.
We sat outside, and even in December, it was pleasant.
There wasn’t anyone sitting around, so we fed our extras to the plentiful birds, which my son loved feeding the crows, pigeons, sparrows and seagulls.
It was really fun and we’ll remember it for a long time.
Town Traveller
Great location! The food was amazing. We ordered fired calamari, ribs and burger. They are all fresh with the fries. The location can be very busy and so are the servers. One refused to take our picture because he is not our server. There is also a self guided tour that shows the history of the bakery. They have complimentary bread too!
… moreMartin S
If you’re visiting San Francisco, a stop at Boudin Bakery at Fisherman’s Wharf is an absolute must. Known as the birthplace of sourdough in the city, skipping their legendary bread or sourdough pizza would be a culinary crime.
We grabbed seats at one of the three upstairs bars and were immediately welcomed by a friendly barman who made us feel right at home. A few refreshing drinks later, we indulged in fresh oysters and a sourdough margarita pizza—both were flavorful and perfectly prepared. The combination of crisp crust and tangy sourdough made the pizza a standout snack.
Before leaving, we had the chance to watch the bakery team prepare a massive batch of dough for the next day’s bread. Seeing the process on such a large scale was fascinating and added to the authentic experience.
Bottom line: Great food, warm service, and a peek behind the scenes of an iconic San Francisco tradition. Whether you’re here for a quick bite or a full meal, Boudin Bakery delivers a taste of history with every bite.
… moreWe grabbed seats at one of the three upstairs bars and were immediately welcomed by a friendly barman who made us feel right at home. A few refreshing drinks later, we indulged in fresh oysters and a sourdough margarita pizza—both were flavorful and perfectly prepared. The combination of crisp crust and tangy sourdough made the pizza a standout snack.
Before leaving, we had the chance to watch the bakery team prepare a massive batch of dough for the next day’s bread. Seeing the process on such a large scale was fascinating and added to the authentic experience.
Bottom line: Great food, warm service, and a peek behind the scenes of an iconic San Francisco tradition. Whether you’re here for a quick bite or a full meal, Boudin Bakery delivers a taste of history with every bite.
Sarah Bhimani
The Boudin Bakery is just one of a kind! We had the beef chili bowl with the chicken sandwich toasted! Great experience. The bakery side with the bread is nice too. They have scones and other pastries. Clam chowder & tomato soup is pretty good too. There are other locations now too throughout San Fran!
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