John Ash & Co.

John Ash & Co. reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Dese VIP

   San Francisco62 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Overall, I expected much better, Brunch for 4 - $700. Way overpriced for what it was. Then there were the little things like the mandatory 20% gratuity and an additional 3-4% for "back of house" fees. And then the charge of $6 dollars for a cranberry juice with ice. Meanwhile the others in my party received a complimentary mimosa. The drink menu was unclear as everything was priced. But the server noted, first mimosa is "part of the brunch deal". Such a deal. Food quality was OK. Prime Rib was dry, tough, and over cooked. All the potato options except the mashed potatoes, looked like they came fro the freezer case at Costco. All had a fake crusty like coating on them. Seriously. Tater Tots, versus for steamed red new potatoes or golden potatoes, from scratch? We've crossed John Ash off our list. Hopefully you are spared after this review.
   

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   Steve VIP

   San Francisco51 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   we were at a special wine maker dinner with multiple courses and multiple wines from Bacigalupi. The chef did an outstanding job pairing the food with the different wines and all the wines were delicious. It was a fabulous evening.
   

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   Tetiana

   Greater Boston5 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   My husband and I celebrated a birthday dinner at John Ash & Co. and, while we enjoy the atmosphere and service, the experience was a bit of a mixed bag this time. Since we mentioned it was a birthday dinner on the reservation website, the host kindly asked whose birthday it was and wished us a “Happy Birthday,” which was a nice touch. However, we were slightly disappointed that there wasn’t a special dessert with a candle like we’ve experienced in the past. The mushroom flatbread was delicious, but the TAGLIATELLE pasta was bitter and did not look at all appetizing. I ended up ordering the pea soup instead, which was fantastic. I want to thank our waiter, though, who was attentive enough to remove the pasta from the bill. My husband ordered the WAGYU BEEF SHORT RIB, which was described as being braised for 18 hours and it was tender. However, he received just one tiny piece of meat which didn’t seem fresh — it felt like it had been cooked a few days ago and just reheated. Unfortunately, this dish didn’t live up to expectations, and we wouldn't recommend it. Overall, we still love the place and the staff, but the food lately has been hit or miss. We've had wonderful meals here in the past — like two years ago when the portobello mushroom wellington and the vegan avocado chocolate cake really impressed us. Additionally, the dessert menu on their website didn’t match the actual menu, which was a bit confusing. We hope they’ll improve their dish selection in the future. For now, we’ll be exploring other options for our next event.
   

   John Ash & Co.Responded on April 17, 2025

   Hello Tetiana, thank you very much for your feedback. It is feedback like this that helps us to improve our guest experience. I have reached out to you privately to chat more about this and hopefully earn your business back in the future. We hope to hear back from you soon. Thank you again.
   

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   Leane

   San Francisco5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful scenery, polite staff, great food, and delicious cocktails.
   

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   Ron

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   There is nothing to be criticized at John Ash. First class operation throughout. Service especially was very attentive. Highly recommended!
   

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   Craig

   San Francisco10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The menu was a little thin, although rounded , food was great of course.
   

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   TIMOTHY VIP

   San Francisco21 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great birthday dinner celebration. Service was exemplary. Extensive wine list. Food was outstanding. Setting was perfect except for higher level of noise. A personalized birthday dessert was special. All in all an outstanding dinning experience.
   

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   Patricia

   San Francisco2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious lunch and beautiful restaurant. We would definitely go back.
   

   John Ash & Co.Responded on March 29, 2025

   Thank you. We look forward to having you back soon!
   

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   Marilyn VIP

   Sacramento37 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 27, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nice dinner in a quiet setting with outstanding service. Miss the Parker House Rolls though! Wine list is outstanding.
   

   John Ash & Co.Responded on March 27, 2025

   Thank you very much for taking the time to give us feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed. We hope to have you back soon.
   

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    Michael VIP

    San Francisco55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Dinner following a show at the LBC. Tuna tartare, steak frites and braised short ribs, chocolate coulade. Food was perfectly prepared, and just the right amount to feel comfortably sated. Took home half my steak and fries. Service was a little slow, probably due to a large party, but friendly. Our first visit here in a couple of years, but still one of the nicest places to dine locally.
    

    John Ash & Co.Responded on March 27, 2025

    Thank you for for your business and for taking the time to review us.
    

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