Sam's American Eatery
San Francisco
At a glance
Sam's American Eatery, located at 1220 Market Street in San Francisco, offers a welcoming atmosphere perfect for diners seeking a comfortable and cozy spot in the city's mid-market neighborhood. The eatery serves a diverse menu that spans breakfast, brunch, and dinner, catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences. Patrons can start their day with dishes such as the Fried Chicken Benedict, a combination of crispy fried chicken, hollandaise sauce, and poached eggs served on a toasted muffin. For those looking for a twist on traditional flavors, the spicy Kimchi Fried Rice provides a unique option to spice up the morning meal.
The dinner menu at Sam's is well-suited for an enjoyable meal before catching a show at nearby entertainment venues like the Davis Symphony or the Orpheum Theater. Designed to be shared with friends and family, the dining experience is informal yet flavorsome, allowing for a relaxed gathering that pleases the palate. Complementing the meals, the eatery's cocktails feature classic recipes reimagined with a modern twist, providing refreshing drinks that enhance the dining experience without losing the essence of the originals.
Open from Tuesday through Saturday, with shorter hours on Sunday, the eatery accommodates various schedules, making it a suitable choice for both weekend brunches and weekday dinners. The interior is inviting, maintaining a down-to-earth feel that matches its straightforward approach to American cuisine. Sam's American Eatery is an ideal destination for those who appreciate good food and a relaxing ambiance in the vibrant city of San Francisco.
Reviews
I ordered the truffle mushroom ravioli and it's the best ravioli I've tasted in my life. Dined here by accident when we arrived too early for a show at Orpheum Theatre. What a happy accident. They also have posters of Broadway musicals signed by casts all over their walls which was cool.
This is my go-to place for weekend brunches. Personally its one of the best places for breakfast in the area, definitely would recommend.
The food was super super good. The prices were fairly reasonable. It’s on Market street so the exterior is pretty run down, but thank goodness the quality of the meal was exceptional against my expectations. Lots of flavor! The drinks were a bit weak but it is San Francisco so we kind of expect expensive drinks with little alcohol so whatever. Food was the important piece and it was GOOD.
Came here with a group and got brunch! Good: - Solid mint coffee latte drink - super refreshing and adding the foam was unique - The loco moco was really hearty and the beef was extra tasty - Nice servers even though the wait was very long - Super cute and modern decor! Cute home-like ambiance and very clean - good double date location Bad: - We waited about an hour for our food - it seemed like they were too busy on the day that we arrived. - On the more expensive side Overall this was a cute find - would come again if they aren't understaffed.
This is the second time I’ve been here after a show at the Orpheum. If you can make reservations you’ll want to! This place is great. We had very friendly service, the food is fresh and super yummy and we just love the ambiance here. A few times they’ve changed the menu dishes based on what’s playing in theatre. This will be a regular for us! Def try the truffle mac n cheese, fish n chips and the pasta. Soooo good. And the best dessert was the lava cake!
