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South Beach Cafe - Reviews
800 The Embarcadero, 94017 San Francisco
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327
Reviews
72.2%
Satisfaction
80
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11
neutral
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Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Regular Visit
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- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
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- Quiet
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Hygiene Concerns and Service Issues
I used to go here all the time, but I no longer do. My experience has declined due to hygiene concerns with the old guy who runs the place; his handwashing is questionable. When I've asked him to clean his hands, he gives an angry look.
He also gets confused easily, for instance, I asked for a cold sandwich and he warmed it. These issues have led me to stop visiting.
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- old guy2
- angry look2
Service Type
- Dine-in
1
Unfriendly Staff, Awful Bathroom Situation
My experience at this restaurant was extremely negative. The staff were unfriendly and lied about the bathroom being out of order. They forced us to use a porta-potty across the street, which was a disgusting and unacceptable situation.
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- bathroom1
- porta-potty1
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Solo Dining
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Great Laptop Spot with Fast WiFi
My experience at this restaurant was very positive, especially for working on my laptop. The WiFi speed was impressive, exceeding 300 Mbps. The establishment has a long history, being 30 years old, and the owner is noted for being super nice and humble.
The food and coffee were also good. I would love to visit again!
- WiFi speed10
- owner10
- food8
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Moderate (16–30 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
2
Terrible Service and Dirty Environment
My experience at this restaurant was extremely disappointing. I felt like I was wasting my money due to the terrible service. I waited 20 minutes for a bland pepperoni pizza.
It was particularly frustrating to see the owner outside chatting while his wife was working. The place was dirty and run down, which further detracted from the experience. I would advise others to save their money.
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- pepperoni pizza1
- place1
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Service Type
- Dine-in
5
Unwelcoming Service, Okay Food
My experience at this restaurant was mixed. The food was okay, but the service was not welcoming at all. The fella behind the counter was unfriendly, and I didn’t feel welcomed.
On a positive note, the atmosphere was great, scoring a 5 out of 5.
- food5
- atmosphere10
- fella behind the counter2
- welcomed2
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
2
Disappointing Margherita Pizza and Crust
My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing. The "Margaret" pizza, which they called it, was essentially a cheese pizza with a few basil leaves. The crust was thick and hard, which was not what I expected.
It's definitely not the place it used to be, and I left feeling quite disappointed.
- Margaret pizza2
- crust2
- place2
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
9
Cozy Italian Gem with Great Value
My experience at this wonderful, cozy, family-owned traditional Italian restaurant was fantastic. I enjoyed their great salads, pizzas, sandwiches, and entrees, all offered at a great value. They also have a great collection of Italian cookies and desserts :)
- salads9
- pizzas9
- sandwiches9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Family
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Noise Level
- Quiet
10
A Cozy Gem with Excellent Food
My family and I had a lovely find at this restaurant! We were in the area for a concert and seeking a quieter place. We were so fortunate to discover this cozy gem.
The food was excellent, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the service was kind. I will definitely return to this place!
- food10
- atmosphere10
- service10
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Tourist Experience
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Wonderful Pizza by the Harbor
My experience at this restaurant was wonderful, especially the pizza! It's owned by an Italian couple, which adds to the authentic feel. For years, I've been bringing friends here by boat to South Beach Harbor and then walking across the street.
The food, service, and atmosphere were all rated a perfect 5 out of 5.
- pizza10
- food10
- service10
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
9
A Humble Gem with Delicious Pizza
My experience at South Beach Cafe has been a long-standing one, as I've been visiting since I was little. The pizza, drinks, and other offerings are very good. The place itself has a very nice humble feeling to it, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere.
I'm always happy to see the owner, a very nice Italian woman.
- pizza9
- drinks8
- nice humble feeling8
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