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TRACE - Reviews

181 3rd St, 94107 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
271

Reviews

67.2%

Satisfaction

67

negative

22

neutral

182

positive

What people say about TRACE

Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Beatrix K.
Review date: 10/25/2025
5
Mixed Service Experience
My experience at the restaurant was mixed. The Asian woman at the reception was so mean and showed no hospitality. However, the wait staff were very nice.
  • wait staff8
  • reception2
  • hospitality1
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Special Occasion
Service Type
  • Dine-in
J K.
Review date: 07/26/2025
9
Delicious Birthday Brunch with Great Service!
I had a lovely brunch for my birthday here! The portions were plentiful and all the food we tried, including the burger and chicken & waffle, was absolutely delicious. Our server, Alvin, was very friendly and professional. :)
  • portions9
  • burger10
  • chicken & waffle10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
서동우
Review date: 07/01/2025
9
Excellent Service and Food at W Hotel
I stayed in a Studio Suite at the W Hotel with the breakfast option included, which is how I ended up using their dining facilities. Jane's service sense was outstanding. The food was also delicious.
  • Jane's service sense10
  • food9
Price per Person
  • $71–$80
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Hunt B.
Review date: 06/04/2025
10
Outstanding Dining Experience at Trace
My experience at Trace was outstanding. On my first night, I enjoyed the salmon with mussels and clams over vegetables in a pickled lemon juice and broth. For dessert, I had a Basque cheesecake. The salmon was perfect, and the sauce was tasty and worth sopping up with bread. The cake was denser and less sweet than NYC style. On my second night, I had a Caesar salad with salmon, which came with white anchovies without me even having to ask. On my third night, I enjoyed the risotto with wild mushrooms, including morels, cremini, and others. All meals were wonderfully done, and the wait-staff was helpful and attentive.
  • salmon10
  • sauce9
  • Basque cheesecake8
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Phil D.
Review date: 01/16/2025
10
Excellent Food and Service
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic. The food was great, with the Shashuka being perfect. I also want to commend Alvin, who was a great server and truly helped to bring down the travel stress I was experiencing after multiple days of travel across different states.
  • food10
  • Shashuka10
  • Alvin10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Ruth R.
Review date: 01/12/2025
9
Phenomenal Service and Delicious Food
My experience at this restaurant was great! It's a fantastic breakfast spot conveniently located right next to SF Moma. While it is expensive, which is understandable for a hotel restaurant in SF, the service was phenomenal and the food was delicious. You can truly taste the great quality ingredients they use.
  • food10
  • service10
  • quality ingredients10
  • expensive4
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Frank R.
Review date: 11/24/2024
9
Awesome Brunch Experience!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The food, ambiance, and service were all top-notch. I highly recommend trying their Bloody Mary and any brunch dish you desire.
  • food9
  • ambiance9
  • service9
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Nicole K.
Review date: 10/21/2024
8
Pleasant Breakfast at Trace
While staying at the W hotel, I had $40 each day to spend at the property. I was able to enjoy a light fare and coffee at Trace. I got the twisted cinnamon roll, fruit bowl, and a cup of coffee. I didn’t realize that if you’re staying at the W hotel, the coffee is waived until I got the check. I enjoyed everything that morning and the staffs were friendly and efficient. Would recommend if you’re nearby or staying at the W.
  • twisted cinnamon roll8
  • fruit bowl8
  • coffee9
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Timothy C.
Review date: 07/07/2024
3
Disappointing Brunch, Attentive Service
I visited this restaurant based on its high Google ratings, but unfortunately, my experience was quite disappointing. The latte tasted like it was made by an airport machine and was too watery. I ordered the Tracy omelette for $26, and it was a letdown. The toast was cold and stale, the omelette was excessively cheesy and dry, and the potatoes were soggy. Given the price, I expected much better quality. However, my server, Alvin, was very attentive and helpful. When I mentioned the watery latte, he promptly made me another one with a double shot. Despite the excellent service, the food quality did not meet expectations, and I would not return, especially considering the many other great brunch options available in the city for the price.
  • Alvin9
  • latte2
  • Tracy omelette2
  • toast1
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Wait Time
  • Long (31+ min.)
Lieoncio B.
Review date: 06/30/2024
1
Terrible Service and Subpar Food
My experience at this restaurant, located within the W hotel, was extremely disappointing. I came down for breakfast and faced an incredibly slow service from the "bartender. " After waiting 30 minutes just to place an order, my coffee was forgotten, and I was told they "can't" serve mimosas. The situation worsened as five other patrons were completely ignored and left after 15 minutes. Another guest who just sat down was also ignored for 10 minutes, despite no other orders being taken. To top it off, the food was subpar and the coffee was burnt. This establishment is a joke.
  • service1
  • coffee1
  • food1

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