Social Profile: 
✔️Breakfast ✔️Brunch ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in ✔️Take out ✔️Delivery
… View more
Long lines form for the hearty breakfast & light fare served at this cozy American restaurant.
Hours
| Friday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–2 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1701 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: (415) 362-6421
Website: http://www.mamas-sf.com/
Menu Photos
Photo Gallery
Related Web Results
Mama’s on Washington Square – San Francisco, CA – Road Food
Mama’s On Washington Square has been a North Beach institution for almost 50 years. Open only for breakfast and lunch, its specialties include Dungeness crab …
Mamas on Washington Square (@mamasofsf) – Instagram
Tuesday-Friday 8-2. Saturday & Sunday 8-3. Closed on Mondays …
Mama’s: Best Breakfast in San Francisco – California Through My Lens
This small restaurant on the corner of Stockton and Filbert, in the Washington Square of San Francisco, has been attracting crowds with its amazing breakfast …
Reviews
Roger Zelaya
Mama’s consistently delivers a best in class dining experience with standout execution across the menu. The Montecristo sandwich is rich, perfectly balanced, and cooked to absolute perfection. The Washington Square omelette is exceptional, fluffy, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients and attention to detail.
To close it out, the cake crumble is outstanding, indulgent without being overwhelming and the ideal finish to the meal.
From entrée to dessert, everything feels intentional and well curated. This place is operating at a very high level and continues to exceed expectations. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy comfort food done right.
… moreTo close it out, the cake crumble is outstanding, indulgent without being overwhelming and the ideal finish to the meal.
From entrée to dessert, everything feels intentional and well curated. This place is operating at a very high level and continues to exceed expectations. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy comfort food done right.
Lindsay
Great spot for brunch in north beach! The line moves quickly but can be confusing- line up outside and they’ll call you in when ready. Then line up at the counter until it’s your turn to order. The menu is spread across several spots and it can be difficult to read with the guests, staff, and shelving in the way. You order and pay before sitting down. Sometimes there isn’t a table so you need to find a spot to awkwardly stand while the staff tries to get around you.
The food itself is good! Nothing crazy. I love the pancakes. The omelet was good and had tons of bacon inside. The real standout was the homemade jam. It’s phenomenal! I could drink it. Worth a try if you’re in the neighborhood.
… moreThe food itself is good! Nothing crazy. I love the pancakes. The omelet was good and had tons of bacon inside. The real standout was the homemade jam. It’s phenomenal! I could drink it. Worth a try if you’re in the neighborhood.
Flora
Mama’s is a true SF brunch classic, and I finally tried their crab cake benedict — so good. The crab cakes were fresh and flavorful, topped with perfectly poached eggs and creamy hollandaise that wasn’t too heavy. Portions are generous and it’s super filling. The vibe inside is cozy and bustling, with that old-school North Beach charm. The wait can be long, but sitting right by Washington Square makes it less painful. If you’re in San Francisco and don’t mind a line, Mama’s is a must for a satisfying brunch.
… moreRathin Kacham
TLDR; great, popular breakfast spot!
I came here to grab breakfast with a friend while visiting the city, We stopped by for breakfast. It was fairly busy even on a Wednesday morning. Service was quick — you take a seat then order at the counter. The restaurant wears its status as an institution in its decor — there’s a lot of cool art/decoration.
The food itself was great. The lemonade was good and not too sweet. The French roast sampler was great as well. The variety was really cool to see and unlike anything else I’ve had. They also offer a house jam that’s delicious.
Would go here again! Next time, I’ll try more savory options. My friend mentioned that the omelets are some of the best he’s had.
… moreI came here to grab breakfast with a friend while visiting the city, We stopped by for breakfast. It was fairly busy even on a Wednesday morning. Service was quick — you take a seat then order at the counter. The restaurant wears its status as an institution in its decor — there’s a lot of cool art/decoration.
The food itself was great. The lemonade was good and not too sweet. The French roast sampler was great as well. The variety was really cool to see and unlike anything else I’ve had. They also offer a house jam that’s delicious.
Would go here again! Next time, I’ll try more savory options. My friend mentioned that the omelets are some of the best he’s had.
Manik Kumar
Visited Mama’s on Washington Square for brunch and was honestly very disappointed, especially considering how much we paid and the long wait. The overall food quality was below average.
The French toast was overly sweet and the bread didn’t seem cooked properly — it still tasted eggy inside. The desserts were excessively sweet and not balanced at all. The vegetable sandwich was extremely basic and disappointing; the bread wasn’t even toasted and it felt like a cold, rushed sandwich rather than a proper dish.
Given the waiting time, price, and food quality, the experience was a total letdown. I wouldn’t say the food justifies the hype or the cost.
… moreThe French toast was overly sweet and the bread didn’t seem cooked properly — it still tasted eggy inside. The desserts were excessively sweet and not balanced at all. The vegetable sandwich was extremely basic and disappointing; the bread wasn’t even toasted and it felt like a cold, rushed sandwich rather than a proper dish.
Given the waiting time, price, and food quality, the experience was a total letdown. I wouldn’t say the food justifies the hype or the cost.
Brittany Jones
It’s a little small and, depending on when you go, there will be a wait (I think I only waited about 15 min on a Saturday morning) but OMG is it worth it! I had French toast with fresh fruit and a side of scrambled eggs and it was delicious! There were so many delicious looking bakery items at the window where you order also. It was really hard not to order a few things to take with me (I was trekking up to Coit Tower afterwards). The service was awesome too! All the staff were very friendly and attentive, despite it being so busy. I’d definitely come back!
… moreLisa Norris
The food is worth the wait! The line moves pretty fast. Was difficult to choose between all the great options! I went with the Dungeness crab Benedict!
… moreTrina DeMattei
Worth the wait! We had the Eggs Benedict and Breakfast sandwich. The service is fast (once you get through the line) and the food is hearty and tasty.
… moreKeith Briggs
Stopped by Mama’s as we walked the area (San Francisco Telegraph Hill and Washington Square). We passed by initially due to a line of patrons waiting for seats. On our return, there were a couple tables open so we went in. Appeared to be a local spot, with many customers having conversations with staff. Although not a local, we were welcomed as one, and all gave their inputs and feedback, whether that was best seats available or favorites on the menu. We got seated in a great corner booth. For food, we went with specials off the menu: Seafood benedicts and Trio French Toast (One of each Swedish Cinnamon, Cranberry-orange, banana walnut breads). We also tried the favorite Mama’s smoothie. All orders were delicious! The overall experience was great, staff were friendly and food was excellent! Definitely recommend. Note that the menu shared in photos was from the 1950s and a memory lane item on the walls.
… moreManana Hakobyan
My friends and I had a Sunday morning brunch here and we LOVED it.
Mama’s on Washington Square is an iconic historic gem in SF. They had their very first menu on the wall and it was so interesting to see inflation in action.
The food was good. Atmosphere was very welcoming and cute. The service was very fast.
They do not ask/charge for tips 🙂
The only downside was the line to get in. We were probably waiting for 20-30 minutes.
… moreMama’s on Washington Square is an iconic historic gem in SF. They had their very first menu on the wall and it was so interesting to see inflation in action.
The food was good. Atmosphere was very welcoming and cute. The service was very fast.
They do not ask/charge for tips 🙂
The only downside was the line to get in. We were probably waiting for 20-30 minutes.