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Memphis Minnie's - Reviews

576 Haight St, 94143 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
626

Reviews

67.9%

Satisfaction

176

negative

25

neutral

425

positive

What people say about Memphis Minnie's

Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Andre V.
Review date: 09/17/2025
1
A Neighborhood Gem Will Be Missed
As a neighbor and patron, I can share that this place is permanently closed. It will be missed.
  • place9
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Colleagues
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
John M.
Review date: 09/03/2025
9
Consistently Great Flavors and Service
My co-worker and I visit this restaurant frequently. Our experience has always been consistently good, with flavors and service that never disappoint. The food is always delicious, and the atmosphere is pleasant. We highly recommend it for its reliability and quality.
  • flavors9
  • service9
  • food9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Reina R.
Review date: 08/25/2025
2
Dry Brisket and Disappointing Sides
My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing, primarily due to the food. The brisket was the driest I've ever had, tougher than an overcooked steak, and tasted like smoked jerky. I even found Dickey's to be better. The mac n cheese was so bad it would make you cry, and the collard greens had too much vinegar and a mushy, baby food-like consistency.
  • brisket1
  • mac n cheese2
  • collard greens1
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Daniel P.
Review date: 08/21/2025
9
Excellent BBQ, Worth the Visit
My experience at this restaurant was excellent, particularly the BBQ. I highly recommend trying it on Wednesdays when the Reuben special is available. Although I no longer live in the neighborhood, this place holds a special place in my heart, and I cherish every opportunity to visit. The current owner has done an excellent job carrying on the legacy of the local BBQ legend, Bob Kantor, in The City. The atmosphere and service were both top-notch, rated 5 out of 5.
  • BBQ9
  • Reuben special9
  • atmosphere10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Robert
Review date: 08/08/2025
10
Fantastic Fried Chicken Sandwich!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic. I can’t recommend it enough. The fried chicken sandwich is the best around.
  • fried chicken sandwich10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Joseph C.
Review date: 06/27/2025
6
Inconsistent Food, Terrible Service
This place has gone downhill since the new owners took over. Some of the food is still good, but some of it isn't, and it's extremely inconsistent. Some days it's good, some days not as good. The worst part is the lady who takes your order (one of the new owners). She never gets your order right and even starts yelling at you, when she's the one who can't understand English and has a heavy Korean accent that is hard to understand. I'd rather order from the cooks. I've ordered once from the Korean man, and he was okay. He was also hard to understand, but he was more friendly, and he didn't mess up my order. I experimented by sending other people to order, and they also had the lady mess up their order and communication difficulties. Oh yeah, don't bother ordering by phone, it makes it worse. At least if you order in person, there's a chance the cooks/workers will hear you and correct the order. Giving it 3 stars because the times when the food is made well, it's still good and reminds me of when the old owners were there. Also, their sauces do seem to be the same as before, and they've always been known for their homemade sauces.
  • food6
  • Korean man5
  • sauces8
  • inconsistent3
  • lady who takes your order1
  • order2
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Matthew M.
Review date: 06/20/2025
9
Memphis Minnie's: The Only BBQ Choice
I'm only rating the ribs and bbq sauces from here because, let's be honest, that's what you go to a BBQ joint for. My experience is based on San Francisco BBQ spots within a 5-mile radius of the city center. Frankly, 4050 is a disappointment; they have no sauce options and it's the kind of BBQ that people from the South would mock. Memphis Minnie's is the only place I'll go for beer, sauce, and ribs. Period. If you're looking for a fun night, you can then head to Molotovs to play pool and get hammered.
  • ribs9
  • bbq sauces9
  • beer9
  • sauce options2
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Regan D.
Review date: 06/15/2025
9
Delicious Plate with Great Service
My experience at the restaurant was always delicious! I usually get a plate with . 5 lbs of meat, Mac and cheese, and the cornbread. The service was excellent, rated a 5 out of 5, and the food was also rated a 5. The atmosphere was rated a 4, and the noise level was quiet, making it easy to talk. The meal type was dinner.
  • food10
  • meat9
  • Mac and cheese9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Allen K.
Review date: 06/04/2025
9
Delicious Brisket and Beer Sauce!
This is a great joint in the area! I absolutely loved their brisket, the beer sauce, and the blooming onion. 너무 맛있게 잘 먹었습니다! The beer and cookies were also very delicious :) Unfortunately, I had a sudden schedule change, so I won't be able to revisit soon. I hope to see you again next time!
  • brisket9
  • beer sauce9
  • blooming onion9
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
그루
Review date: 05/22/2025
10
Best BBQ in San Francisco!
This is hands down the best BBQ restaurant in San Francisco! Every menu item is incredibly delicious! 🤩💞💞🍖 From the sauces to the food, sides, and even the dessert menu, everything is made with immense care and flavor! Above all, the staff is incredibly friendly! 🥹🥰🥰 If you live in or are visiting San Francisco, I highly recommend you come here! 🙏❤️❤️❤️
  • BBQ restaurant10
  • menu item10
  • sauces10

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