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BIX, San Francisco, CA

BIX

4.7
4.7
5081 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
56 Gold St., San Francisco, CA 94133

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for live music
An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware.
Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture.
The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment.
All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 433-6300
  • Website
    http://www.bixrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Tadeo
  • Catering
    Please contact any manager at (415) 433-6300
  • Private party facilities
    BIX can accommodate private parties of 75 - 100 and requires a buyout of the restaurant. Please contact the restaurant for details.
  • Private party contact
    Amy Babbits: (415) 433-6300
  • Location
    56 Gold St., San Francisco, CA 94133
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Jackson & Pacific
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Muni bus: #41 Union
  • Entertainment
    BIX features jazz nightly with no cover charge.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

BIX's menu was last updated 2023-08-24.

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What 5,081 people are saying

BIX reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BIX offers a "beautiful ambience" with live jazz and piano music, making it "the perfect place" for celebrations. Guests rave about "excellent service" and "delicious food," though some find it "average." The "classic SF dining spot" is cherished for its "unique atmosphere" and "attentive staff," making it a "must-visit" in San Francisco.

5,081 Reviews

  1. James

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The only thing to improve is gluten free bread or crackers. Bone Marrow or Steak Tartare on lettuce is not the same

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  2. Chris

    Central Coast1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service not what I’d expect at price point. Food was fine. Not exceptional.

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  3. Bobby

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic time. Old school charm. And a great space to enjoy well executed food and music!

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  4. Christopher VIP

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfection…the service was top notch. The food…my goodness, it was all amazing. The yellowtail crud was amazing, the Caesar salad was the best ever, get the extra anchovies, you will be glad you did. The marrow bones…just perfect, just melted away…same with the strip steak, like cotton candy…the mashed potatoes, perfection again!! The lemon panna cotta, a perfect light dessert to end the meal. The flavors of every part of the meal were just perfect.

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  5. Dr Mikal VIP

    Las Vegas17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bix is a really elegant experience … the room is beautiful with stunning artwork … the food is tasty with generous portions and the staff is a perfect balance of attentiveness. I’ll be back!

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  6. Natalie

    San Francisco28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the space, the vibe and the amazing service. Some dishes were repeat-worthy (bread for starter, asparagus side, and the rice pudding were total standouts) and the trout entree was also excellent. Less thrilling the crab tagliatelle and Caeser salad. But for a one-of-a-kind step back in time to an art-deco inspired dining experience with wonderful live jazz, Bix is definitely worth experiencing.

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  7. tamara

    Kansas City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! Exceptional! Everything was a delight! From the ambiance, to the service, and beautiful food! Music too. You’re gonna drop some bucks, but worth the experience!

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  8. Dylan

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic restaurant with amazing ambiance. Service was sharp and very professional.

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  9. Frank

    Los Angeles610 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were greeted effusively but had to wait a little for our table, however the maître d' was always in communication with us by offering us choices on tables. The ambiance is really fascinating with the 1940s architectural design. The service was terrific and the food was absolutely delicious. It was quite loud but that’s okay. All in all a wonderful evening. Thank you!

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  10. Michael

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Classic San Francisco ambiance and food....shouldn't miss

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FAQs

BIX is rated 4.7 stars by 5081 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Francisco
  5. Financial District / Embarcadero

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
Google Map for BIX

56 Gold St., San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jackson & Pacific
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Muni bus: #41 Union
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Tadeo
  • Entertainment
    BIX features jazz nightly with no cover charge.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.bixrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 433-6300
  • Catering
    Please contact any manager at (415) 433-6300
  • Private party facilities
    BIX can accommodate private parties of 75 - 100 and requires a buyout of the restaurant. Please contact the restaurant for details.
  • Private party contact
    Amy Babbits: (415) 433-6300

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