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House of Prime Rib, San Francisco, CA
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House of Prime Rib

$50 and over
Steak
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House of Prime Rib

4.8
$50 and over
Steak
Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 432 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
62 years of loyal customers can't be wrong. We are grateful to all of our customers, employees, and critics (...though we may not always agree!). The only way to find out the truth is with a visit. Oft imitated, never duplicated. Thank you in advance.

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Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: Open since 1949, this legendary destination is the king of San Francisco steakhouses. From luxurious carved-to-order prime rib rolled out on carts to chefs spinning salads to extra-large martinis with sidecars, every meal in the restaurant’s old-school dining room decked with ruby-hued booths is rollicking and unforgettable.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 885-4605
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.
  • Neighborhood
    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
  • Cross street
    Washington St.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 15,823 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Steak

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked

  • San Francisco

    Steak

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
House of Prime Rib is a San Francisco staple known for its "amazing prime rib" and classic atmosphere. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and indulgent sides like creamed spinach and Yorkshire pudding. Reservations are essential, often booked months in advance. It's a perfect spot for celebrations and special occasions.

15,823 Reviews
  1. Haily

    Tahoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant. Have been coming here since a child & nothings changed (in the best way).

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  2. Elia

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food + great service = Can’t wait to come back!

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  3. Rachel

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at House of prime rib. The food was amazing!

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  4. gabriel

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There’s a reason why it takes months to get a reason at House of Prime Rib. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  5. Steven

    Sacramento

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    House of Prime Rib does not disappoint. BEST prime rib anywhere!! The organization runs like a well-oiled machine. Great service to boot. Only negative as a group of 4 we were in a booth with a table too small for all the stuff! Book well in advance!

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  6. CHRISTINA

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish an excellent night. Our table was ready when we arrived, so we were able to be seated early. Our server Angel was attentive and professional. We make a pilgrimage here annually for the holidays and it is ALWAYS outstanding and consistent.

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  7. Yolanda

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience. Wonderful server. Come annually for birthday celebration.

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  8. Joycelyn

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We have celebrated so many special occasions here because it has always been a place we trust for great food and great memories. That is why this visit was disappointing. The meat quality was not what it used to be — it was less tender and less flavorful. The portions were also noticeably smaller, even though the prices have gone up. That said, our server Ian was great and really made an effort to give us a good experience. I truly hope this was just an off experience and that things return to the quality we have loved over the years. It would be a shame to lose the place we have always relied on for our special moments.

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  9. Cher

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent cut of prime rib, delicious and juicy. All the side dishes were well prepared. Service was quick and excellent! Dessert was also superb… we had creme brûlée, gluten free chocolate cake, tiramisu and coffees. Best meal we’ve had in a long time.

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  10. Casey

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always - place was packed even on Tuesday night, but the food and service were great. Best value in the City if you can get a table. The only problem can be the noise, but that just means that you can be boisterous as well.

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FAQs

House of Prime Rib offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 885-4605.

House of Prime Rib is rated 4.8 stars by 15823 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of House of Prime Rib restaurant

House of Prime Rib

4.8
$50 and over
Steak
Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 432 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for House of Prime Rib

1906 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA 94109

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Washington St.
  • Neighborhood
    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 885-4605
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.
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