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Biergarten - Reviews

424 Octavia St, 94102 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
338

Reviews

69.5%

Satisfaction

65

negative

38

neutral

235

positive

What people say about Biergarten

Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
John D.
Review date: 10/21/2025
9
Great German Brews and Fixins
My experience at Biergarten in Hayes Valley on a sunny day was fantastic. The German Brews and Fixins were well done, making it the perfect spot for a meal. I especially appreciated the availability of an alcohol-free Pauliner and a delicious Radler. The vibe was cool and no-frills, complemented by excellent atmosphere and service.
  • German Brews9
  • Fixins9
  • alcohol free Pauliner8
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Moderate (16–30 min.)
Davey J.
Review date: 10/09/2025
2
Expensive Beer, Small Portions
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing. The beer selection was uninspired, offering only common brands that are available anywhere, unlike the local or imported German beers I was hoping for. The food portions were small, and the overall atmosphere seemed geared towards a younger, college-aged crowd. To make matters worse, the beer was VERY expensive. I would much rather go to Steins or Humble Sea and get a liter for half the price. For the same price, you could visit Radhaus and enjoy their view, amazing food, and imported German beer.
  • imported German beer5
  • beer selection2
  • food portions3
  • atmosphere1
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Karia L.
Review date: 10/05/2025
7
Good Atmosphere, Mixed Food Experience
My experience at this restaurant was a mix of positives and negatives. I tried the bratdog on a pretzel bun, the grilled cheese, and some garlic parm fries. While the food was okay, the pretzel bun was very hard, which detracted from the bratdog. However, the location is great, and it was a nice evening to dine al fresco. They had music playing, and the atmosphere was very social with German-style shared tables. The beer drinks were good, and the Elderberry non-alcoholic drink was very tasty.
  • bratdog on a pretzel bun5
  • grilled cheese5
  • garlic parm fries5
  • pretzel bun2
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
drawonnoodles
Review date: 08/31/2025
5
Overpriced but tasty curry
My experience involved a $13 order for a small sausage, frozen fries, and a dollop of curry. While the sausage was good, the overall price seemed excessive. The curry was also good, with a flavor reminiscent of Worcestershire sauce. If you enjoy alcoholic beverages, I'd recommend sticking to those, as the rest of the menu is overpriced for what is considered okay food. The quality is good, but it's not particularly special.
  • sausage7
  • curry7
  • food5
  • price3
  • menu3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Ali S.
Review date: 08/12/2025
3
German Menu, Not German Service
My experience was a bit of a surprise. I asked for a Pils and received an IPA instead, which was quite amusing. The menu was very cliché-German, but it seems they don't actually speak German here. Interestingly, some Germans might say this is similar to the experience in Bavaria itself. I did not try the food.
  • Pils5
  • IPA5
  • menu5
  • German3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
deanna C.
Review date: 07/20/2025
9
Authentic and Delicious German Food!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I used to live in Germany, and the food here was truly delicious and authentic. It was so yummy. The service and food both received a perfect 5/5 rating. The atmosphere was also rated highly at 5/5. While the noise level was loud, it was still possible to have a conversation. The price per person is between $10–20, and there was no wait time.
  • German food10
  • food10
  • service10
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Loud
Key M.
Review date: 07/08/2025
9
Excellent Outdoor Spot with Great Atmosphere
My experience at Biergarten was excellent. It's a proper neighbourhood anchor, serving a short but satisfying menu of German fare like sausages and currywurst, alongside a cracking beer selection. The atmosphere is spot on, with shared trestle tables and a DJ spinning soul and funk on vinyl. There's zero indoor cover, so be prepared for the elements. The crowd is always solid, and they even offer decent cocktails if beer isn't your preference. It's amusingly located next to an open-air cinema and an outdoor gym, perfect for offsetting those bratwursts. It's definitely worth a visit.
  • sausages8
  • currywurst8
  • beer selection9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Sylvain F.
Review date: 06/14/2025
8
Hidden Gem with Live Music
This place is a hidden gem! It's a typical beer garden with a great selection of beers and German-style food options. While the service can be quite slow, it's the perfect spot to come and relax. We enjoyed some nice live music during our visit.
  • beer garden7
  • beers7
  • German-style food7
  • service4
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Shawn G. J.
Review date: 06/06/2025
10
Absolutely Favorite Spot!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! It's one of my absolute favorite spots in the city. The staff, specifically David, Dylan, and Preston, is incredible and they never disappoint. I am always excited to come back.
  • staff10
  • service10
  • atmosphere10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
KT H.
Review date: 06/05/2025
9
Great German Beer and Burgers!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I found it to be one of the coolest places I visited in the city. The burgers were on point, and they offered a great selection of good German beer. I also noted that they sometimes have DJs, which adds to the atmosphere.
  • burgers9
  • German beer8
  • atmosphere5

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