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About
Palmer's Tavern
Welcome to Palmer's Tavern, a delightful gem located at 2298 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA. This vibrant establishment offers a warm, inviting atmosphere that is perfect for any occasion, especially during its famed happy hour, running from 4 to 6 PM on weekdays. It’s truly a date-night haven, filled with laughter and the clinking of glasses amidst soft, ambient lighting and rustic wood paneling.
As you step inside, you’ll find yourself enveloped in a cozy, old-school charm, complete with a stunning backlit bar showcasing an extensive selection of whiskies and charming taxidermy decor. The comfy booths provide an ideal spot to unwind and savor delightful conversations over expertly crafted cocktails. The ambiance is elevated by the friendly and attentive staff, ensuring a welcoming experience for every guest.
The food at Palmer's Tavern exceeds expectations for a bar. Renowned for its illustrious happy hour specials, it features mouthwatering options like spicy meatballs served over rich gruyere mashed potatoes and perfectly crafted sliders. One customer, Sylvie White, lauded their meatballs, claiming, "Delicious!" Another fan favorite is the kale salad, which Mark McHugh affectionately notes as “absolutely perfect,” showcasing the chef's attention to quality ingredients and balance.
From hearty dishes to refreshing salads, Palmer's Tavern embraces a diverse palate. Diners rave about the flatbreads and crispy curried fries, with one patron celebrating the flavors as “incredible.” Be sure to explore their innovative cocktails—many find the boozy creations, like boulevardiers, are well worth the splurge, although some may comment on their premium prices.
Beyond the food and drinks, the lively atmosphere fosters a sense of community, making every visit feel like a celebration. Guests can enjoy heated outdoor seating, perfect for those beautiful San Francisco evenings. Palmer's Tavern is not just another pub; it’s a lively gathering place where exceptional food meets great company. So, whether you’re winding down after a long day or gearing up for a night out, Palmer's Tavern promises an experience that will delight your senses and leave you wanting more.
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“ Update: June 19, 2023. Still as vibrant and delicious as ever. Monday from 4-6pm is "Happy Hour" and a good amount of people inside the restaurant and outside on the street. Great date place. Monday nights SF good. Food very good to excellent. The kale salad is absolutely perfect. Real kale and not too much dressing, as my girlfriend agrees. The drinks are great and the post Covid (3/12/22) atmosphere is excellent. ”
“ Fabulous atmosphere, great happy hour specials, tasty food, friendly service. They not only have boulevardiers, they’re on the happy hour menu! I had the meatballs over gruyere mashed potatoes. Delicious. They open at 4pm weekdays with daily happy hour from 4-6, and open Saturday-Sunday for brunch starting at noon. Comfy booths, wood paneling, gorgeous old school bar with backlit extensive whisky selection, beautiful lighting, and taxidermy on the walls. Heated outdoor seating as well. ”
“ Much better food than we expected from a bar! The sliders, lamb, and tuna were all delicious! Great cocktails as well! ”
“ Happy Hour. Arrived at 4:00 PM. Sat outside. Great server. Enjoyed two sliders, spicy meatballs and two half wedges of iceberg lettuce with the most amazing dressing. ”
“ Pros: - Super helpful staff, my girlfriend is lactose intolerant and I'm vegetarian and the waitress helped us choose and modify the flat bread dish for us to share - Food was amazing, I had the flat bread and curried fries and they were both incredible. The fries were crispy, and the curry flavor was distinct yet subtle. - Drinka were good. I wish I remembeor the names but I can't find it on their website. Mine was ansoixy drink with a habenero tincture and it was actually spicy! Cons: - no signal inside and I didn't find any wifi - drinks we're pretty expensive, each of mine were 13 ”
“ We were very lucky to get seated on a Saturday night since we were the last ones to get a table. The outdoor dining section was packed, but understandingly so! The drinks, food, and service were all top notch. Their menu was rather limited, but everyone enjoyed what they ordered. The standout factor had to be their signature cocktails though, they were delicious and decently priced! ”
“ The atmosphere was pleasant,and it was a nice day so we sat outside. I tried the spicy meatballs from the brunch menu and was a little nervous about eggs on my meatballs. They were truly delicious. I should have asked for another piece of crostini for dipping as it came with only 3 pieces, but it was delicious anyway. My friend had the BLTA and it looked and smelled great too! A lovely experience. ”
“ Don’t close!! This place is so fabulous and cozy. The decor just is so fun! Come on, the leg lamp? Ha! Restaurants should never get rid of the old charm of leather booths. Hope they open again or the new owners take good care of the place. ”