Suppenk??che

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525 Laguna St (at at Hayes)
San Francisco, CA 94102

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(415) 252-9289
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Suppenk??che - San Francisco, CA
Suppenk??che - San Francisco, CA
Suppenk??che - San Francisco, CA
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Best

I love this place. Great environment, yummy food, and BOOTS! The schnitzel is yummy. I love the family style seating. It gets really crowded here, so make sure and get there e...

Worst

Fun ambiance with great beer selection, but long waits for parties of less than six and very poor service. Food is average, typically heavy and greasy classic german food, but fai...

Pleasant Surprise 2/6/2003

I've heard about this restaurant for years, but have never tried it because I was afraid I wouldn't like German food. What a mistake! It was GREAT. The Ravioli appetizer was delicious--as was the pork with mushroom sauce and spatzle. The staff was extremely friendly and they have a wonderful selection of beer. Thumbs up! I'll definitely be going back. I think it would be fun to celebrate a birthday or special event with a group here as well. more
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What a surprise! 1/14/2003

This restaurant defines what it means to dine German in SF. The ambience is pure europe - from the bleached pine tables hand scrubbed nightly - to the starkness of the plain room with its coved ceiling and hundreds of candles adding a surreal effect. The staff is the best. They clearly love their job and will laugh and treat customers like family. This restaurant has a huge base of regulars who swear by it. Foodwise, expecting those expecting heavy German fare won't be disappointed but unlike most other German restaurants in SF, it's really *good* food. And the beer selection of course is par excellence. Crowded on the weekends it's best experienced midweek. Shared great tables make the experience that much more unique as diners and waitstaff intermingle with your conversation. Pros: Beer selection, Ambience, Affordable Cons: Parking, Busy on weekends more
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What a surprise! 1/14/2003

This restaurant defines what it means to dine German in SF. The ambience is pure europe - from the bleached pine tables hand scrubbed nightly - to the starkness of the plain room with its coved ceiling and hundreds of candles adding a surreal effect. The staff is the best. They clearly love their job and will laugh and treat customers like family. This restaurant has a huge base of regulars who swear by it. Foodwise, expecting those expecting heavy German fare won't be disappointed but unlike most other German restaurants in SF, it's really *good* food. And the beer selection of course is par excellence. Crowded on the weekends it's best experienced midweek. Shared great tables make the experience that much more unique as diners and waitstaff intermingle with your conversation. Pros: Beer selection, Ambience, Affordable Cons: Parking, Busy on weekends more
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Deee-licious 11/11/2002

As someone who spent a few years in Bavaria eating the real deal, I've got to say that Suppenkuche hits the spot dead-on when I've got a craving for that hearty southern German cuisine. Eating here totally takes me back to the Bierhalle in Munich, and the beer selection, although sadly lacking my beloved Augustiner, is nonetheless very good. For those who don't like sharing a table with strangers--get over yourselves. Pros: Great food, Great beer more
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Deee-licious 11/11/2002

As someone who spent a few years in Bavaria eating the real deal, I've got to say that Suppenkuche hits the spot dead-on when I've got a craving for that hearty southern German cuisine. Eating here totally takes me back to the Bierhalle in Munich, and the beer selection, although sadly lacking my beloved Augustiner, is nonetheless very good. For those who don't like sharing a table with strangers--get over yourselves. Pros: Great food, Great beer more
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Uber-authentic! 10/7/2002

I took friends of mine who were visiting from Germany and they said people speaking english was the only thing that made them realize they weren't in Germany. The food is DELICIOUS! Be prepared for LOTS of noise and a healthy wait if your group isn't large enough to make a reservation. The group seating can be a bit unsettling, but make the best of it. Pros: FOOD!!!, BEER!!!, FOOD! Cons: NOISE, NOISE, reservations more
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Uber-authentic! 10/7/2002

I took friends of mine who were visiting from Germany and they said people speaking english was the only thing that made them realize they weren't in Germany. The food is DELICIOUS! Be prepared for LOTS of noise and a healthy wait if your group isn't large enough to make a reservation. The group seating can be a bit unsettling, but make the best of it. Pros: FOOD!!!, BEER!!!, FOOD! Cons: NOISE, NOISE, reservations more
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10 10/2/2002

I absolutely love this place. The atmosphere is amazing. Its like you are sitting in some small restaurant in Germany. They have great beers on tap and bottle. I recommend to everyone. more
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10 10/2/2002

I absolutely love this place. The atmosphere is amazing. Its like you are sitting in some small restaurant in Germany. They have great beers on tap and bottle. I recommend to everyone. more
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fand ich nicht so aufregend... 8/29/2002

The food was OK, the side of cabbage was actually pretty good. I didn't like having to share the table with people that didn't even bother to say 'hello' when sitting down. I'd have prefered being asked first. more
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fand ich nicht so aufregend... 8/29/2002

The food was OK, the side of cabbage was actually pretty good. I didn't like having to share the table with people that didn't even bother to say 'hello' when sitting down. I'd have prefered being asked first. more
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this place rocks!! 8/23/2002

This place is awesome. I love the food - great portions, great prices. Total value with wonderful atmosphere. Takes me back to Germany. Fab selection of beers. Don't miss the Optimator! Pros: atmosphere, food, drink more
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this place rocks!! 8/23/2002

This place is awesome. I love the food - great portions, great prices. Total value with wonderful atmosphere. Takes me back to Germany. Fab selection of beers. Don't miss the Optimator! Pros: atmosphere, food, drink more
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Declining year by year 8/22/2002

I've had the pleasure of Suppenkuche's delightful food and beer and decor several times over the past few years but recent visits have been a disappointment. The noise level requires yelling (has it really always been that noisy?) and the service is lackluster, unprofessional and disorganized. On my most recent visit, my name and party size was recorded and I was told it would be 30 minutes. After an hour, two parties of the same size who arrived after us were seated before us. We were ignored by the hostess despite efforts to get her attention. The host offered us "a table in just a few minutes" after more than an hour when we were on our way out of the restaurant. Go to Walzwerk, go to Frjtz Fries (practically next door to Suppenkuche). Pros: yummy food, good neighbor, fantastic beer Cons: rude service, noisy more
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Declining year by year 8/22/2002

I've had the pleasure of Suppenkuche's delightful food and beer and decor several times over the past few years but recent visits have been a disappointment. The noise level requires yelling (has it really always been that noisy?) and the service is lackluster, unprofessional and disorganized. On my most recent visit, my name and party size was recorded and I was told it would be 30 minutes. After an hour, two parties of the same size who arrived after us were seated before us. We were ignored by the hostess despite efforts to get her attention. The host offered us ""a table in just a few minutes"" after more than an hour when we were on our way out of the restaurant. Go to Walzwerk, go to Frjtz Fries (practically next door to Suppenkuche). Pros: yummy food, good neighbor, fantastic beer Cons: rude service, noisy more
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Start a conversation with strangers... 7/25/2002

This restaurant serves several German specialities and plates are full. There are several vegetarian dishes. You will be seated at wooded tables without table clothes as seats are available. Therefore, you may share a table with others but this should not distract you. Large groups may have a problem getting seated. This is the same format you will see at the Octoberfest in Munich (auf der Wies'n) or at the "Stammtisch" in small European restaurants. The food is excellent but do not expect that they speak German fluently here! Excellent German beers (Erdinger, Weihenstephan, Pschorr, Franziskaner, et al.) are available in bottles or glasses up to 2 liters. What is missing is the Umpa music but it is already rather noisy from all the conversations. The bar area is miniscule. The real name is "Suppenküche" more
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Start a conversation with strangers... 7/25/2002

This restaurant serves several German specialities and plates are full. There are several vegetarian dishes. You will be seated at wooded tables without table clothes as seats are available. Therefore, you may share a table with others but this should not distract you. Large groups may have a problem getting seated. This is the same format you will see at the Octoberfest in Munich (auf der Wies'n) or at the ""Stammtisch"" in small European restaurants. The food is excellent but do not expect that they speak German fluently here! Excellent German beers (Erdinger, Weihenstephan, Pschorr, Franziskaner, et al.) are available in bottles or glasses up to 2 liters. What is missing is the Umpa music but it is already rather noisy from all the conversations. The bar area is miniscule. The real name is ""Suppenküche"" more
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Excellent 6/11/2002

I have been here twice - both times it was excellent, everything was fresh, great flavors, and contrasts, speatzle was the best I have had in the U.S. Service was good, friendly waiter, good beer advice, I got what I needed and didn't get bugged either. more
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Excellent 6/11/2002

I have been here twice - both times it was excellent, everything was fresh, great flavors, and contrasts, speatzle was the best I have had in the U.S. Service was good, friendly waiter, good beer advice, I got what I needed and didn't get bugged either. more
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Brunch Rocks! 6/4/2002

This is my new favorite place for Sunday brunch...only I brought my Jewish friend who is observant and unfortunately he could only eat a few things on the menu cause it's mostly ALL pork?! Still, the crowd is laidback, the waitstaff is friendly, ambience is mellow, and the food is excellent. Great potato pancakes, muslix, meat-filled ravioli, sausages, sauerkraut, etc. Oh...the most important part! The beer! I almost never drink beer anymore unless I come here. If you're new to SF, stop by here. more
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  • In Short
    With its white walls, plank floors and long pine tables, this spare space offers a Teutonic sensibility to match its hearty German fare. The expansive front room is dominated by...

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  • Hours: Sun 10am-2:30pm, Daily 5pm-10pm
  • Payments: American Express, Visa, Master Card, Discover
  • Neighborhoods: Hayes Valley, Central North
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