Mathilde French Bistro

4.8

2451 Reviews

$50 and over

French

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Mathilde French Bistro is a quintessential French Bistro in the SOMA area of San Francisco. A cozy main dinning room and romantic patio room which is covered and heated, allowing year round dining.
The cuisine is traditional bistro faire, with its voted best in town French onion soup, baked escargots and duck confit. Soon as you set foot at Mathilde, you will feel like you are back in Paris.
Mathilde Bistro is also the sister restaurant of L'ardoise Bistro.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Bistro
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Wed 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
Phone number
(415) 546-6128
Website
http://www.mathildesf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Thierry Clement
Catering
Call for details
Private party facilities
Private party buy-out is accepted 7 days a week. The seating capacity is 80 for indoor and outdoor space. Ideal for wedding. Cocktail party capacity is 100 indoor and outdoor. Price based on day of the week and the season, please contact restaurant for more information.

Location
315 Fifth St., San Francisco, CA 94107
Neighborhood
SOMA
Cross street
Folsom and Harrison
Parking details
Street Parking <br />Parking lot on 5th Street and Howard Street<br />Parking garage on 5th Street and Mission Street
Public transit
Bart Station: Powell Street Bus Line : 27
Entertainment
Live music on Thursday under our covered patio. DJ on certain Sunday Brunch.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

House Charcuterie Board$17.00
salami and house made patés, terrine of head cheese and pig trotter
Beet and Crumbled Goat Cheese Salad$10.00
arugula, toasted almonds and orange
Terrine of Foie Gras$21.00
house made brioche toast, bitter orange jam and sea salt (chef suggestion with a glass of Sauterne)
Butter Lettuce Salad$12.00
Myer lemon olive oil dressing, fine herbs

Les Petits Chauds

please allow 15 minutes

Ravioles with Boeuf Bourguignon In Red Wine Jus$14.00
Walnut vinaigrette, arugula and white truffle oil
Pan Sautéed Chicken Liver Salad$11.00
deglazed with Sherry vinegar, over mixed greens salad
Pan Seared Tiger Prawns and Sundried Tomato$13.00
in Pastis butter sauce and toasted country bread
Onion Soup Gratinée$13.00
with croutons and Gruyère
Wild Flower Honey Glazed Black Mission Fig Salad$12.00
Arugula, crumbled Roquefort cheese and candied walnuts
Les Escargots$12.00
Baked in a garlic parsley butter

Les Grandes Traditions

Pan Seared Day Boat Scallops$32.00
Parsnip purée and green beans
Tradional Duck Leg Confit$28.00
pommes Landaises with bacon and garlic
Pan Seared Creekstone Farm Black Angus Filet Mignon$36.00
sautéed potatoes, smoked olive oil and red wine sauce
Coq au Vin$25.00
bacon, mushroom, pearl onion and spinach
Black Angus Hanger Steak Frites$24.00
red wine, Truffle butter and Pommes Frites
Risotto with Mixed Mushrooms$22.00
Truffle oil and Parmesan cheese
Pan Seared Ling Cod Filet$28.00
Sun dried tomatoes, capers and olives, Pommes Dauphines

Les Legumes

Mixed Mushrooms Truffle Oil
Sautéed Organic Green Beans
Sautéed Buttered Spinach

Les Patates (Potatoes)

Pommes Landaises (With Garlic, Bacon)
Pommes Dauphines (Potato Puffs)
Pommes Frites (Truffle Oil)

What 2,451 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mathilde French Bistro is a beloved gem in San Francisco, praised for its "fantastic service," "authentic French food," and "cozy" ambiance. Diners rave about the "best duck confit," "crispy potatoes," and "delicious mussels." Although closing soon, patrons are encouraged to visit the sister restaurant, L'Ardoise.

2,443 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco6 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Sorry this was the last day of the restaurant. I remember when it was LeCharm previously. I will miss this restaurant.
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Nancy
San Francisco189 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the best duck -also crispy and fab potatoes so sorry the restaurant is closing-
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Michael
San Francisco12 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to dinner yesterday to have a final meal and say farewell to a wonderful restaurant that we've been going to for 20 years. The restaurant is slated to close December 31st. We will miss it greatly!
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susie
Dublin1 review
5.0
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is closing, but it was an outstanding meal for a very reasonable price. Go to their sister restaurant it should be just as tasty!
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marie-helene
San Francisco123 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are sad that Mathilde is closing down. We just had our last diner here and as always it was outstanding! Cannot wait to dine again to their sister restaurant L’Ardoise! See you soon and thank you for the amazing diner.
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Nick
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best French food in the Bay Area!! Highly recommend the mussels and steak frites, but everything is delicious.
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DeborahY
San Francisco7 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, outstanding service. Sorry to see it close.
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CharlesH
San Francisco8 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sorry to see you go. Best in your retirement. The sister restaurant is still open. Go and enjoy.
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Marty VIP
San Francisco37 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another excellent meal at Mathilde! The Filet Mignon was perfectly cooked to medium rare and the escargot was yummy. We are sad to hear they it will be closing. We have many great memories there.
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Aaron VIP
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the perfect dining experience. A cozy space, friendly staff, and even the owner is there quite often.
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FAQs

Mathilde French Bistro does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Mathilde French Bistro also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 546-6128.

Mathilde French Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 2451 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

315 Fifth St., San Francisco, CA 94107

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Folsom and Harrison
Neighborhood
SOMA
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Wed 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking <br />Parking lot on 5th Street and Howard Street<br />Parking garage on 5th Street and Mission Street
Public transit
Bart Station: Powell Street Bus Line : 27
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Thierry Clement
Entertainment
Live music on Thursday under our covered patio. DJ on certain Sunday Brunch.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.mathildesf.com/
Phone number
(415) 546-6128
Catering
Call for details
Private party facilities
Private party buy-out is accepted 7 days a week. The seating capacity is 80 for indoor and outdoor space. Ideal for wedding. Cocktail party capacity is 100 indoor and outdoor. Price based on day of the week and the season, please contact restaurant for more information.

Mathilde French Bistro

Permanently Closed

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Les Petits Froids

House Charcuterie Board$17.00

Beet and Crumbled Goat Cheese Salad$10.00

Terrine of Foie Gras$21.00

Butter Lettuce Salad$12.00

Les Petits Chauds

Ravioles with Boeuf Bourguignon In Red Wine Jus$14.00

Pan Sautéed Chicken Liver Salad$11.00

Pan Seared Tiger Prawns and Sundried Tomato$13.00

Onion Soup Gratinée$13.00

Wild Flower Honey Glazed Black Mission Fig Salad$12.00

Les Escargots$12.00

Les Grandes Traditions

Pan Seared Day Boat Scallops$32.00

Tradional Duck Leg Confit$28.00

Pan Seared Creekstone Farm Black Angus Filet Mignon$36.00

Coq au Vin$25.00

Black Angus Hanger Steak Frites$24.00

Risotto with Mixed Mushrooms$22.00

Pan Seared Ling Cod Filet$28.00

Les Legumes

Mixed Mushrooms Truffle Oil

Sautéed Organic Green Beans

Sautéed Buttered Spinach

Les Patates (Potatoes)

Pommes Landaises (With Garlic, Bacon)

Pommes Dauphines (Potato Puffs)

Pommes Frites (Truffle Oil)

Featured Items

Les Fromages$15.00

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FAQs

Does Mathilde French Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Mathilde French Bistro restaurant rated?

Is Mathilde French Bistro currently accepting reservations?

Permanently Closed

Dining areas

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