Alfred's Steak Housesimilar businesses >
659 Merchant St
San Francisco, CA 94111
Fax: 415-397-1928
(14 Ratings)
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- Hours: Tue-Fri 11:30am-9pm Sat-Mon 5pm-9pm
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Mesquite-grilled, corn-fed beef is the highlight at this historic steakhouse.
Conveniently located in San Francisco's Financial District... up the alley from the Transamerica Pyramid. Since 1928, Alfred's has served the finest, mouthwatering, aged mesquite broiled steaks from the very best Midwestern corn-fed cattle. Such specialties as the kingly porterhouse, the magnificent chateaubriand, the flavorful Chicago rib steak, as well as fresh salmon fillets, and the broiled rack of lamb offer our guests a true culinary treat. We have one of the largest single malt scotch lists in the Bay Area. Select from over 100 labels of scotch or over 130 wines in Alfred's bar. Join us for lunch, dinner, or a drink in the bar.
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- Private rooms
- Perfect for events
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The Scene
Set in an alley and seemingly back in time, this masculine steakhouse is a respite for those seeking steak and stellar service. Generous pours from the bartender make the crowd of mostly business diners feel like regulars. Red leather booths, burgundy walls and plush carpet heighten the historic charm.
The Food
Aged beef is the star, so no matter the cut, it is served in its natural state unless diners request a pepper, garlic, bearnaise or chimichurri sauce. Using Alfred's Steak, a 20-ounce, bone-in New York cut, as a gauge, it is doubtful diners will leave hungry. The Tuscan T-bone, sitting atop a bed of spinach, is wonderfully tender, with hints of rosemary and garlic. And non-beef-eaters need not fret; a grilled-eggplant vegetable plate, seafood and fettuccine Alfredo are on the menu. Two generously portioned sides--a choice between garlic mashers, baked potato, french fries, ravioli, creamed spinach or fresh vegetables--accompany all entrees.
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The Extras
There are four private dining rooms with seating for 10 to 80 guests.
Know Before You Go
There's a $20-per-7.50-ml corkage fee (except on Mondays), as well as a $3.50-per-person fee charged for desserts not purchased from Alfred's.
Parking
Parking for three hours is complimentary with validation at the Hilton Hotel garage (on Washington St).
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14 Ratings and Reviews
Simply the best !!!!!!!!!!!
Kriegerlow - 07/25/2008
Been going there over 30 years. Chicago beef, cooked just right (rare). Sides always good and generous, Caesar Salad surperb, waitors classic, service very professional. Tried Harris, Mortons, Ruth Chris, House of Prime Rib (not steaks,) None close. Wonderful bar and good wine list. J.L.
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WllYou2 - 07/10/2008
SteveAyouhoo - 06/20/2008WARNING DO NOT EAT AT ALFREDS
MRKLMA - 06/11/2008HORRIBLE! Plain and simple HORRIBLE. Burnt steaks, lousy service, overpriced tourist rip off. San Francisco has so many other great steak houses. Find another place, unless you like being shafted!
Old school feel
giants19 - 12/20/2006The location of Alfred's gives you a great old fashion feel as you walk in the doors. The food was good. The services was very good and friendly. The atmosphere is the selling point. It's very traditional and inviting.
Rude Waiter
coxswain233 - 06/16/2006Service was horable and my steak was overcooked and was very fatty. My dining expeirence at Alfred's was possibly the worst meal that I have had in San Francisco in the past three years. The only reason I remember this place was because of how bad the food and service were.
overpriced rude waiter
rscel - 08/17/2005My steak while tasteful, was a full 50% fat , a ten oz New York was at best 5 oz. The creamed spinach was excellent, the mashed potato cold. A disapointing dining experience!
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rcrn169 - 05/09/2005Thought Alfreds was superb!! Everyone says too pricey, but I have many times paid more for less service, ambiance, friendliness, and quality of food. Salad bar imcomparable and Ribeye Steak melt in your mouth! Love this place!!!