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BIX, San Francisco, CA

BIX

4.7
4.7
5047 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
  • Great for live music
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, 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 5,047 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Best Ambiance

  • San Francisco

    Hot spot

  • San Francisco

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BIX offers a charming blend of "excellent service," "delicious food," and a "lively atmosphere" with live jazz. The "timeless ambiance" and "beautiful decor" make it perfect for special occasions. While some dishes may vary, standout menu items like lobster spaghetti and potato pillows keep patrons returning. The bar's creative cocktails add to the experience.

5,047 Reviews

  1. Ohhanz

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great music and vibes. Food was also very good; smaller portions as expected of fine dining in San Francisco

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  2. John

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bix was amazing. We spent 12 days between Napa, st Helena, Heildsburg, and San Francisco. Bix may have been top on the list of our dining experiences. We ate at many Michelin Star and Grand award winning restaurants throughout our stay and feel Bix could be our best experience. You guys blew The French Laundry out of the water...you really did!! Looking forward to making it back to San Fran so we can experience Bix again.

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  3. Bernard

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was born in San Francisco and have been going to BIX for over 30 years. I even ate lunch at the place when my offices were in the Pyramid at least 5 times per month. However, I moved away about 10 years ago and went to the Theartre last night. I booked BIX before the show, and it was happening as always. The room is so spectacular (art deco style) with a Jazz vibe. Bix has survived all the ups and downs of the City because it is a one-of-a-kind place hidden down an alley.

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  4. Valerie VIP

    New York City80 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great old school, classy SF spot. Decor is beautiful, service was super. We ate at the bar and it was delicious dinner. We had the duck dish - duck two ways and it was really good. Even the sauteed spinach was good, not too overdone. Nice selection of wines.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful experience as always. Amazing food and service

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  6. Andrew VIP

    New Mexico18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a terrific evening. Mix a warm greeting with good jazz, classic cocktails, some 1930’s ambiance, and good food and you can’t miss! It was a little loud as folks tried to talk over the music rather than below it, but we managed good conversation despite that and the jazz led by the Bix music director really added to the evening. Looking forward to returning!!

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  7. Steve VIP

    San Francisco32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great old standby in a renovated building in the most charming part of San Francisco. Food and service are great, plus live jazz playing in the background. A large crowd of regulars were in attendance, even on a Tuesday night.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bix is back! Vibey, jazzy dinner & drinks with live piano and vocalist on a Tuesday evening. Business crowd, old school menu, memorable and fun.

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  9. Peach VIP

    San Francisco14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my birthday dinner. When we got to the table, there was a Happy Birthday card on the table which made me feel warm. Staff was very attentive, specially Michelle! Loved the jazz music playing through out the dinner.

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  10. Hillary VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous evening out - such a great vibe, fun music, delicious food. More, please.

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FAQs

BIX is rated 4.7 stars by 5047 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–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, 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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