Very nice interior with food to match. Location is great and within walking distance of many landmarks. Would highly recommend.
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“Amazing food in the Center of SF”
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Scala's Bistro
432 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94102-1504
(Union Square)
Ranked #256 of 5,798 Restaurants in San Francisco
Price range: US$15 - US$35
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Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, After-hours, Reservations
Dining style: Fine Dining
Neighbourhood: Union Square
Cross street: Post and Sutter
Transit: Powell St. Cable Car Line, BART get off at Powell Street and walk up 4 blocks, we are on the right hand side next to the Sir Drake Hotel.
Description: Scala's Bistro is located centrally in Union Square in San Francisco and features hand crafted cocktails and Italian inspired fare.
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Date of visit: November 2020
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We returned to Scala's Bistro to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. Our last visit had been several years ago as we live in the UK. The experience began well, frioendly reception and the welcome from the waitress. The starters were OK but I was still eating mine when our main course was plonked (no other word for it) on the table. The mains, we had chosen their fish of the day a Dorade, was deep fried, greasy and hugely disappointing. We shared a desert, during which time the bill was delivered to our table. No aplomb, no subtlety. There were very few customers at the time, (it was 6.00pm) so no-one was waiting for our table. We were well dressed and polite, so not an embarrassment (!) but we felt as though we were being rushed out. With our 50CL of house wine and a single cocktail, and a shared desert, the bill came to over $200, which we felt was an insult. Of course we should have complained but instead we politely tipped the waitress and left. The next evening we tried Lori's Diner, which is close by. Funky, good honest food, friendly staff and a bill of $60. We really wished we had celebrated there as we were both cross and disappointed that such a special evening had been ruined.
Date of visit: February 2020
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ScalasBistroMGR, General Manager at Scala's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 20 March 2020
Uh-oh – it sounds like you didn’t see the value in your meal at Scala's. Our chef is a fanatic about buying local, super-fresh ingredients from trusted farmers, which can make dishes on the menu feel a bit on the pricey side. Please reach out to us on your next visit. I'd like to personally ensure that you have a 5 star experience.
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Came here as part of a business dinner group outing. Got a variety of appetizers, entrees and we all shared. Great stuff!
Highly recommend the calamari!
Date of visit: March 2020
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ScalasBistroMGR, General Manager at Scala's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 20 March 2020
Thanks for the stars! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your meal with us!
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We have walked by this place hundreds of times, and we never gave it a second thought. We gave it a try, and we were not disappointed. I had the little gem salad. It was huge and had an amazing dressing. I also had the duck and it was amazing, as well. The mixed rice and quinoa was great under the duck. My wife’s goat cheese salad was also very tasty and was a meal in itself. The hostess and waiters for all super friendly and informative. The prices were fairly reasonable for Union Square. We will be back.
Date of visit: March 2020
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ScalasBistroMGR, General Manager at Scala's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 20 March 2020
Thanks so much for your kind remarks – they’ll be shared with our staff.
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Had a great experience at Scala's Bistro from start to visit. The hostess and our waiter were top notch and the wine, pizza and our two entrees were excellent. Loved this place & hope to visit again when in the area.
Date of visit: February 2020
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ScalasBistroMGR, General Manager at Scala's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 20 March 2020
We’re thrilled you chose Scala's and had a great time. Sending happy, shiny thoughts right back at you!
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