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Fable - Reviews

558 Castro St, 94114 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
650

Reviews

73.4%

Satisfaction

135

negative

38

neutral

477

positive

What people say about Fable

Price per Person
  • $91–$100
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Moorissa T.
Review date: 10/19/2025
8
Charming Patio, Decent Food, Great Service
I absolutely loved the atmosphere at this restaurant! The garden was absolutely charming and beautiful, and we really enjoyed being on their patio. The service was nice, though the food was rather decent and not much to my particular liking. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, especially due to the lovely outdoor seating and attentive staff.
  • atmosphere10
  • food5
  • service8
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Nathanael M.
Review date: 10/17/2025
1
Unacceptable hygiene standards
My experience at the restaurant was marred by a significant issue with cleanliness. I was served water in a dirty cup with visible stuff floating and swimming in it. I will be reporting this for food safety.
  • dirty cup1
  • stuff floating1
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Sydney M.
Review date: 09/20/2025
8
Great Food, Beautiful Atmosphere
Fable is a great spot for a casual night out with friends or a fun date. The food is great, though the menu is limited (would not recommend for food restrictions). Standouts include their Goldilocks chocolate mouse, that is the perfect combo of sweet, salty, and not too intense. The tomato salad is also mind-blowing; I can confidently say this is one of the best restaurant salads out there. The avocado puree and farm-fresh tomatoes sprinkled with delicious cojita cheese is to die for. The atmosphere is beautiful, shrouded with greenery and ambient lighting galore.
  • food8
  • Goldilocks chocolate mouse10
  • tomato salad10
  • menu3
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Large Group
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Zachary F.
Review date: 08/30/2025
6
Food was okay, but service was a bit much
My experience at this restaurant was mixed. The food was not bad, but everything seemed to have an extra step involved. The service was rated a 4, and the atmosphere was also rated a 4. We were a large group of 9+ people for brunch, and the price per person was between $30–50. The noise level was moderate.
  • food5
  • service7
  • atmosphere7
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Dennis
Review date: 08/29/2025
9
Fire Tacos and Biscuits!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic! The fish taco and biscuits and gravy were absolutely fire. While the hot sauce was a bit bland, I loved everything else about my meal. The service, atmosphere, and food all received a perfect 5/5 rating.
  • fish taco10
  • biscuits and gravy10
  • food10
  • hot sauce3
Price per Person
  • $91–$100
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
James H.
Review date: 08/03/2025
2
Shrinkflation and Overpriced Brunch
I used to recommend this place, but my recent brunch visit has changed my mind. The brunch chicken sandwich has significantly decreased in size, now appearing to be half of what it was less than a year ago. The bun quality was also noticeably low. For a glass of bubbles and the sandwich, the total cost was over $50 plus tip. This experience makes me feel like the restaurant has become just another over-priced fast/casual restaurant, and I'll be looking elsewhere for brunch with better quality and price. Do better, Fable.
  • brunch chicken sandwich2
  • bun3
  • price2
Price per Person
  • $51–$60
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Daniel J.
Review date: 08/02/2025
9
Consistently Good SF Dining Experience
My experience at this restaurant was excellent, offering a classic choice where any dish is a safe bet. Everything delivered equal quality and quantity. The prices are average for SF, and the vibe is very cute. The garden space is nice and has heaters, which is a thoughtful touch for San Francisco. The service was friendly and attentive, and overall, we had a great experience.
  • quality and quantity9
  • prices6
  • vibe8
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Redd T.
Review date: 07/21/2025
9
Great Brunch Spot!
This hole-in-the-wall was great for brunch! We were able to walk in and get a seat immediately. I recommend the patio if available.
  • patio8
Price per Person
  • $61–$70
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
David B.
Review date: 07/07/2025
9
Beautiful Patio, Great Steak
My experience at the restaurant was quite enjoyable. The back patio was beautiful, offering a lovely atmosphere. For starters, I had the ahi tuna starter, which I appreciated. The highlight of my meal was the NY strip steak, which was excellent. The atmosphere received a high rating of 5, and the service was also good with a score of 4. The food itself was rated 4.
  • back patio10
  • ahi tuna starter7
  • NY strip steak9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Maurizio P.
Review date: 07/02/2025
10
Best Food in the US!
My experience at this restaurant was exceptional. I believe it served the best food I have eaten in the United States over the past 5 years, across New York, Miami, Chicago, Washington, and San Francisco. The service was friendly and fast, and the garden was beautiful. It's an absolute must-try place; if I could, I would give it 10 stars.
  • best food10
  • friendly and fast service10
  • beautiful garden9

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