Face it, you’re no event planner, but then, sure enough, you always
get stuck planning... an... event. Roommate’s birthday party, best
friend’s engagement shindig, college friends dinner -- whatever it is,
you now need to know where the hell to fit all these people. Well, this
should help: here are 23 restaurants in SF that are all great for large
groups. Commence the bookmarking.
The Castro
Why it’s good for groups: Depending on the event and
size of your party, Starbelly can accommodate everything from a birthday
to a wedding reception with semi-to-full use of the dining room and
outdoor patio.
How to reserve: info@starbellysf.com
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FiDi
Why it’s good for groups: Whether you’re looking to
block off a huge portion of the restaurant, or you just want to sit 20
buddies at a giant table for brats and huge beers, Schroeder’s has you
covered in both instances because it has room for TWO HUNDRED AND
SEVENTY-FIVE PEOPLE.
How to reserve: The beer hall area is first come, first
served, but if you want to book one of the curtained-off dining areas
in the back, try contacting the resto
online.
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Fillmore
Why it’s good for groups: Whether you’re after a casual
or formal experience, don’t let the one person in the group who’s never
tried Indian food stop you from going to Dosa. The multipurpose space
can easily fit 16 to 250 people.
How to reserve: groupevents@dosasf.com or by phone 415.819.3672
Hayes Valley
Why it’s good for groups: Something about Brazilian
steakhouses lends itself nicely to large group outings. Depending on the
size of the gathering, Espetus has several prix-fixe menus, including
free reign of the buffet. And don’t worry, it doesn’t just have to be an
endless meat parade, vegetarian options are available as well.
How to reserve: amanda@espetus.com or 415.552.8792
Hayes Valley
Why it’s good for groups: Communal tables (and German
beer boots!) make getting a bunch of folks in easy if you get there
early enough. As for reservations: Suppenkuche doesn’t even take
reservations for parties smaller than six. Beifall!
How to reserve: 415.252.9289
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The Marina/Cow Hollow
Why it’s good for groups: What the place lacks in
square footage, it makes up for in communal table space, so call in
advance and Mamacita help figure out the particulars.
How to reserve: 415.346.8494
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The Mission
Why it’s good for groups: Dinner and a movie projected
onto the alley wall of Foreign Cinema’s charming outdoor patio isn’t
just popular for romantic dates, it’s perfect for fancying up a night
out to dinner with a lot of friends, and it's got enough room that you
don’t need to buy out the whole place or anything.
How to reserve: 415.648.7600 or
OpenTable
The Mission
Why it’s good for groups: When Beretta isn’t using the
downstairs space to host special events like its cocktail classes,
larger groups can take advantage of the extra dining room. But if you
really like your privacy, invite 40 of your closest friends and you can
have the whole thing, well... not have, but, like, borrow for the night.
How to reserve: Online
The Mission
Why it’s good for groups: The colorful, eclectic decor will keep your group busy when you’re not looking down, devouring the fantastic ceviche.
How to reserve: lolorestaurantsf@gmail.com
The Mission
Why it’s good for groups: When have you gone to Gracias Madre and not seen a large group going to town on some delicious vegan Mexican food?
How to reserve: 415.683.1346
Mission
Why it’s good for groups: Well, first off, the place is
MASSIVENORMOUS, which means it’s easy to get a giant table (especially
in the Saddle Room to the left) without having to rent the whole place
out. That said, if you DO want to rent it out, the Saddle Room seats 55
and stands 70 and you’ll only have to deal with a food/bev minimum
(which you were gonna hit anyway). Also: guacamole!
How to reserve: Online, or if you wanna go big-time buyout style, via phone at 415.252.7000
Mission
Why it’s good for groups: Like West of Pecos, it’s
HUGE. Like, my God, how much room does it have. What’s more, there’s
actually even MORE room upstairs in the secret-ish bar Holy Mountain,
making it a good start upstairs, move downstairs (or vice versa!)
scenery changer. Bonus: Thai food is totally a great sharing food.
Double bonus: it weirdly has bottle service!
How to reserve: Online, or give the place a ring at 415. 400.5699 if you want to go full-on Holy Mountain rent-out
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North Beach
Why it’s good for groups: It's specifically designed
for them. This cobalt-blue private dining space hidden away in the back
of Park Tavern seats 50 and fits 80 if you're just doing stand-up
drinking, plus it has its own wood-wrapped service bar.
How to reserve: privatedining@parktavernsf.com
North Beach
Why it’s good for groups: If your group gets particularly loud, you’ll fit right in at this truly Italian-style restaurant.
How to reserve: 415.989.1002 (call before 4pm)
North Beach
Why it’s good for groups: Sure, you can make a
reservation for six or more, but did you know you can also rent out 1) a
private dining room, 2) a shared space, or 3) the entire restaurant?
Don Pisto’s will also create a special menu for groups of anywhere from
12-90. Cue the NBC knowledge rainbow!
How to reserve: stephanie@donpistos.com or 415.395.0939
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Russian Hill
Why it’s good for groups: The dining room has a view of
the open kitchen and wine cellar, and can tailor to a range of parties.
But you don’t have to shut the place down to have good time, Stones
Throw accepts reservations for any kind of (big) group.
How to reserve: tricci@stonesthrowsf.com or 415.796.2901
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SOMA
Why it’s good for groups: The weatherproof outdoor
patio can accommodate up to 15 people so no matter what kind of day San
Francisco is having, your party can enjoy a Marlowe burger without
parkas.
How to reserve: events@marlowesf.com
SOMA
Why it’s good for groups: The
Cavalier
is sorta like a beefed-up version of Marlowe -- the food and service is
just as unparalleled, but there’s just a whole lot more room: you can
book the Rail Car (seats 40), the Wine Stables (seats 26, plus it has
its own sliding door that closes), or you can maybe even buy out the
secret bar in back, Marianne’s.
How to reserve: events@thecavaliersf.com
SOMA
Why it’s good for groups: Zero Zero offers three
different pre-set menus for your lunch or dinner party to choose from,
with an option for a boozy punch bowl to share. If you think you might
need some extra room after all those arancini balls, the mezzanine is
available to rent for a semi-private event as well.
How to reserve: events@zerozerosf.com
SOMA
Why it’s good for groups: Depending on whom you’re
trying to impress, there are three glitzy rooms you can reserve: the VIP
Room, Wine Cellar, or Oak Room. Each room allows you to create your own
environment via iPad or iPhone, but only one has the dance floor and
private bar. Hint: it’s not the VIP room.
How to reserve: info@sf-local.com
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The Tenderloin
Why it’s good for groups: Because who doesn’t wanna
take a group photo in front of its “Be Amazing” sign?? You can rent out
the back room with the second bar, or post up poolside on the heated
covered patio.
How to reserve: info@chambers-sf.com or by phone Tuesday-Sunday at 415.496.5178
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Union Square
Why it’s good for groups: It’s the Russian nesting doll
of restaurants for groups. Reserve the swanky Red Couch area for up to
25 people, the Red + Black Couch area for 45. And should the occasion
arise, you can rent out the entire restaurant, with or without the bar.
How to reserve: Call 415.400.0555 or fill out the inquiry form on
the restaurant’s website
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Western Addition
Why it’s good for groups: You’ll have to make
reservations two months in advance, but it’ll be worth it because its
two-story floor plan makes it ideal for a big brunch or dinner.
How to reserve: Online if you just want a big table (you can book for as many as 20 diners), or
info@nopasf.com if you wanna get in on some full-floor action.
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