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BIX, San Francisco, CA

BIX

4.7
4.7
4957 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Romantic
An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware.
Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture.
The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment.
All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 433-6300
  • Website
    http://www.bixrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Tadeo
  • Catering
    Please contact any manager at (415) 433-6300
  • Private party facilities
    BIX can accommodate private parties of 75 - 100 and requires a buyout of the restaurant. Please contact the restaurant for details.
  • Private party contact
    Amy Babbits: (415) 433-6300
  • Location
    56 Gold St., San Francisco, CA 94133
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Jackson & Pacific
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Muni bus: #41 Union
  • Entertainment
    BIX features jazz nightly with no cover charge.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,957 people are saying

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Romantic

  • San Francisco

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BIX offers a unique dining experience in San Francisco with "amazing food" and a "classic cool" atmosphere. Guests rave about the impeccable service, often highlighting standout servers like Michelle and Michael. The live jazz and Art Deco decor create a "perfect ambiance" for special occasions. Enjoy "delicious cocktails" and a menu that blends traditional and innovative dishes. A "must-visit" for anyone seeking a memorable night out.

4,957 Reviews

  1. Amy

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We decided to do a meal of appetizers and all of them were delicious. Especially the mussels and clams. Also Michelle was a wonderful waiter, anticipating our needs and with good knowledge of the menu.

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  2. Andrew

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Resturant, good music, good weight staff a loved it!

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  3. Kevin

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible, warm, attentive, and friendly service. Our server was amazing.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful environment (like and old-time gorgeous nightclub). Pianist was amazing! Wonderful friendly service. Great evening.

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  5. Gregory

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Gave notice of late arrival so not to lose table. Only 15 minutes was granted. Made it in time. Then due to some confusion was asked to eat up and move on within 60 minutes. In checking, found that host was confused on our time limit (1hr 45 mins max) an waiters apologized. However, shortly thereafter we were asked again to eat up and leave. Apparently even though you arrive late, your time is docked. Made us feel very anxious as the bus boy, waiter, and manager all pressing a clean up even while we had full glasses of wine, dessert in play, coffee, etc. We were very unimpressed by the management control and unfortunately gave a minimal tip to the waiters due to establishment unfairness. Will never book a table again better to park at the bar and take your good old time !

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  6. Jennifer

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonder time celebrating my husband’s birthday. Our server took care of us and they gave us the perfect table to enjoy the music. Highly recommend. The bartender and hostess were amazing also!

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  7. Catriel

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and ambient was great. We went with our kids and we had a wonderful night.

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  8. Janice

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent. We didn’t tell them it was my cousin’s husband’s birthday — I only wished it in passing b/c it had happened the week before. Our server had overheard and brought out a candle in his dessert which was such a nice touch. Thank you!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Classy as always. Service was excellent!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Ann

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    My friend and I booked this meal to catch up and visit. Everything was great and when we were done eating someone who I assume was the manager came over to ask us how it was, and we said great. He came back about 10 minutes later and said out of nowhere, I'm going to have to ask you to leave. When I said why he said because we have a time limit. I said ok, can we have 5 minutes (my friend was mid story)? He said no you cannot, our limit is 1 hour 45 minutes and you have been here 2 hours and 15 minutes. So tacky for what used to be a great restaurant! No one wants to be kicked out after spending hundreds of dollars on a meal. We were quietly talking, not be loud or anything!

    2 people found this helpful

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BIX is rated 4.7 stars by 4957 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today
Google Map for BIX

56 Gold St., San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jackson & Pacific
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Muni bus: #41 Union
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Tadeo
  • Entertainment
    BIX features jazz nightly with no cover charge.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.bixrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 433-6300
  • Catering
    Please contact any manager at (415) 433-6300
  • Private party facilities
    BIX can accommodate private parties of 75 - 100 and requires a buyout of the restaurant. Please contact the restaurant for details.
  • Private party contact
    Amy Babbits: (415) 433-6300

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