Claremont Lobby Bar

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   anand

   San Francisco14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent all round! One request though ... Claremont used to have a wonderful, spacious formal dining room, which was especially great for holidays and special events or entertaining. It also had a great view of the Bay/SF from most of the tables. That dining room has been closed for a couple of years now - really hoping Claremont will open that up again soon!
   

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   Mackenzie

   San Francisco3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 29, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a wonderful experience enjoying holiday tea at the Claremont Hotel. It is a pricey treat, but we really enjoyed every minute. The rainy day outside made the vibe even more cozy and comfortable. Food was lovely and enjoyable and varied. Tea was really magical! Hope to do again someday.
   

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   Julia VIP

   New York City1 review

   2.0

   Dined on December 27, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   They were running very behind and seemed to be very short staffed, both in the front and back of the house. We were seated 15 minutes late, then it took another 30 minutes to get a cup of tea. Our food (set menu, tea food) arrived an hour after we sat down. The bread for the sandwiches was stale, the scones were cold and hard. From what I heard, they ran out of items at other tables. My husband said he was lactose intolerant. He would have been fine with fewer options, but instead he was given foods that clearly were made with dairy. My family loves going out for a holiday tea each year. We’ve gone to many restaurants over the years and this was by far the worst. Usually the high price of an afternoon tea is worth it because of the special experience. This was the opposite.
   

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   Theresa

   London2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on December 22, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had Christmas tea and it was lovely...just a little on the pricey side. :)
   

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   Linda

   San Francisco18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had our annual high tea, a Christmas tradition, here and it was excellent, from atmosphere, to service to food. We'll come again!
   

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   Karen

   San Francisco3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful service and fantastic atmosphere. It was very welcoming and enjoyable experience.
   

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   Shellie

   San Francisco16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 7, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful experience with my 2 adults daughters and my Mom. Quiche was on the dry side and too much bread. Would like to see a better variety of savory offerings and also for the desserts would be good to have something chocolate!
   

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   Lucia VIP

   San Francisco31 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on December 1, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Mediocre food. Beautiful table with a view and very nice waiter who had to replace lukewarm tea twice. Way overpriced,will not return,
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Tahoe9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on November 30, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We went for holiday afternnon tea and had an outstanding time. The decor was festive and the sophisticated atmosphere is just lovely. Afternoon tea started with a glass of bubbles and then followed by tea of your choice and an array of wonderful finger tea sandwiches, baked items and sweets. Our server Emily was a delight. They were able to accommodate a gluten free request with ease. Definitely recommend.
   

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    OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Attending the festive holiday tea at the Claremont Club & Spa in the Lobby Lounge was an absolute delight! The ambiance was breathtaking, with elegant holiday decor that made everything feel so magical and welcoming. The tea setup was flawless, with every detail carefully considered, creating a warm and luxurious experience from start to finish. The service was truly world-class – attentive, friendly, and gracious. They even offered complimentary champagne, which added a special touch to the whole experience. Each tea and treat was delicious, with a perfect balance of traditional holiday flavors and unique twists. This holiday tea at the Claremont is a must-try for anyone looking to celebrate the season in style
    

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