Tim G.
11/14/2025
Absolutely above and beyond service at Original Joe's, a San Francisco institution located in the Tenderloin until it burned down due to a fire and reopened in North Beach. I've been here several...
Original Joe's
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601 Union St
San Francisco, CA 94133
Original Joe’s is a three-generation family owned and operated restaurant. Established over 80 years ago in 1937, Joe’s is defined by quiet elegance, yet bustling with energy, affording a standard of excellence that enhances the total dining experience. Hospitality, familiarity, predictability—these are the key elements of the brand, providing guests with a sense of comfort upon first entering the lobby doors. The oldest of all the “Joe’s” restaurants, Original Joe’s is the innovator of the now nationally known “Joe’s Concept”—exhibition-style kitchen, notable leather booths, smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian-American menu. Original Joe’s has succeeded in establishing a high-profile identity in San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area, standing tall amongst the well-known restaurants and bars—a sustainable business genuinely worthy of its proven credential.
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Melanie K.
11/22/2025
Not sure what the hype is -- this place was just straight-up disappointing. The spicy rigatoni was overly creamy and drowned in Parmesan, the calamari was too salty, and the cocktails were...
Russell U.
11/12/2025
Have always loved the food and customer service at the North Beach location. Can't say the same for Walnut Creek. They will not go the extra mile to please customers. I experienced it as well as...
Amy L.
11/11/2025
I was really looking forward to trying original Joe's but I was quite disappointed. The service was slow and everything was a little salty for my taste. We started with the fried seafood. The...
Sophia H.
11/10/2025
My fiancé and I decided to recreate our first date and celebrated our 5 year anniversary at Original Joe's. Was very busy for a Saturday night (to be expected) and we were sat outside 45 min...
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