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The Chieftain - Reviews

198 5th St, 94103 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
442

Reviews

84.2%

Satisfaction

56

negative

14

neutral

372

positive

What people say about The Chieftain

Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Moderate
To R.
Review date: 10/25/2025
9
Amazing Irish Pub in SF!
My experience at this Irish Pub in San Francisco was fantastic. I visited almost every day during my stay. The pub offers a good selection of beers, with many local options, and the food was also great. The atmosphere is very chilly, and the staff is absolutely amazing 🤩. I highly recommend this place if you are nearby.
  • beers9
  • food8
  • atmosphere8
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Oliver
Review date: 09/26/2025
9
Great Bar with Amazing Atmosphere!
For anyone looking for a good bar in San Francisco, this is the place to be! They serve great drinks, delicious food, and have an amazing atmosphere! Highly recommended!
  • drinks9
  • food9
  • atmosphere10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Wendy G.
Review date: 09/22/2025
2
Disappointing Chowder Experience
My friend and I both ordered the chowder, and it basically had no liquid in it at all and was very fishy. Neither of us ate the little portion that we were served. I was very disappointed because a local had recommended The Chieftain.
  • chowder2
  • portion2
  • food2
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Moses M.
Review date: 09/16/2025
9
Perfect Burger and Fries!
My experience at the restaurant was great. The food came out fast, and I had the cheese burger made medium, which was perfect. The fries were also great.
  • food10
  • cheese burger10
  • fries9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Loud
Isabella J.
Review date: 09/14/2025
9
Insane Food, Highly Recommend!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The food was absolutely insane. I highly recommend the avocado tacos and the pizookie. In fact, all the food we had was terrific. The atmosphere was a perfect 5/5, and while the noise level was loud, it was still possible to have a conversation. The service received a solid 3/5.
  • avocado tacos9
  • pizookie9
  • all the food10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Gary R.
Review date: 08/30/2025
9
Excellent Food and Friendly Service
My experience at the restaurant was excellent. I had the bangers and mash, which I am looking forward to having again. My wife enjoyed her shepherd's pie, also very good. The service was quick and very friendly. They also have great beer. The room was a little bit noisy, but it was full of people really enjoying themselves.
  • bangers and mash9
  • shepherd's pie8
  • service9
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Cherie M. (.
Review date: 07/05/2025
7
Mixed Feelings on Lamb Burger and Shepherd's Pie
My husband had the Lamb burger, which he found fantastic. I tried the Shepherd's pie, and it was pretty plain. The gravy was tasteless but did add some moisture to the pie. It looked nothing like the picture of the beautiful brown gravy posted on the review. The lamb filling had a strong tomato taste. On a positive note, the black and tan was made perfectly.
  • Lamb burger9
  • lamb filling5
  • black and tan9
  • Shepherd's pie4
  • gravy3
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Stefan U.
Review date: 06/20/2025
10
Best Fish and Chips Ever!
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely incredible. I had the Best Fish and Chips I have ever had in my life! It was absolute perfection. The fish was cooked perfectly, and the tartar sauce was unmatched. The food, service, and atmosphere all received a perfect score of 5.
  • Fish and Chips10
  • fish10
  • tartar sauce10
Price per Person
  • $51–$60
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Sebastian R.
Review date: 06/08/2025
10
Love this place, a must-visit!
I absolutely love it here! As someone who works a lot, I make sure to stop by whenever I get the chance to go out. The food is fantastic, the service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is wonderful.
  • food10
  • service10
  • atmosphere10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Romantic Date
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Omar M.
Review date: 05/31/2025
9
Excellent Attention and Pleasant Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was quite pleasant. I enjoy visiting this place with my wife. The attention from the staff was excellent, and the food was good. The atmosphere was also quite pleasant.
  • attention10
  • food8
  • atmosphere8

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