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The Parthenon, San Francisco, CA

The Parthenon

4.4
4.4
110 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
582 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94102

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Welcome to The Parthenon, your gateway to the authentic flavors of Greece nestled in the heart of San Francisco. As a Mediterranean Wine Bar and Mezes, we offer a rich tapestry of Greek culinary delights that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed Greek islands.
Our menu is a celebration of traditional Greek cuisine, with a contemporary twist.
Pair your meal with a selection from our Mediterranean Wine Bar, and don't forget to save room for our delectable sides, including Greek Fries and Garlic Fries.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Turkish
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 10:30 am–3:00 pm Daily 4:45 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Cemo
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 110 people are saying

The Parthenon 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

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  • San Francisco

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Parthenon offers a delightful Greek dining experience near Union Square. Patrons praise the "friendly and attentive" service and "delicious food," with highlights including the lamb chops and mezze plates. The ambiance is vibrant, making it a "great spot" for pre-theater dining. Enjoy a diverse selection of Greek wines.

110 Reviews
  1. John VIP

    Vancouver2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We enjoyed our dinner in this cafe.Food was very good. Prices for wine a bit steep. Overall service is excellent. Recommended for couples and groups who like a fast pace bistro.

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  2. Arthur VIP

    San Francisco17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always delicious and fresh. Great quality savory dishes. Excellent service. Wonderful staff. Tasteful setting.

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  3. Dana

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was a bit slow at first. We were the only two people in the restaurant. However, once they found their groove, we had the best experience. We actually came back after the show we attended to try their Baklava. Everything exceeded our expectations.

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  4. Paul VIP

    San Francisco72 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service. Salmon and lamb souvlaki were both very good. Tight space so noise level when full is very high

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  5. Malcolm VIP

    San Francisco23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had lunch at The Parthenon before seeing a play. The restaurant is in a handy location, close to Union Square. Our server was great, and the food was also great and very Greek.

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  6. Elizabeth

    San Francisco42 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    This was a solid choice for a simple dinner near Union Square. The food was tasty, the decor was fresh and clean but not stark with moderate but not aggressive music volume and lively atmosphere. The servers were all very friendly but the team approach to service where any of the five or so servers on the floor might approach your table was a bit bothersome, especially given some seemed not as fluent in English or as familiar with serving as others.

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  7. Frank

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good Greek food at reasonable prices. The Kriti cheese appetizer was excellent, as were the lamb chops. Decent selection of Greek wines. Service was attentive and professional. Space is nicely done and comfortable. Finally an accessible Greek restaurant in the theater district. Well done.

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  8. Eric VIP

    San Francisco281 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was our first time at Parthenon. It's in a great location for the theater. It was very popular! For us, we felt the food was good, but not remarkable. The service was very friendly and they were accommodating about accepting an Opentable Reward that wasn't registering on the reservation.

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  9. Ed VIP

    Washington DC170 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time dining here but hopefully won’t be the last. Service was exceptional. Food was fresh and delish.

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  10. Rose VIP

    San Francisco41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and excellent service! We had lunch at this new restaurant near Union Square and the beef kebab and chicken skewers were amazing. We would definitely come back soon!

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FAQs

The Parthenon offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 400-4405.

The Parthenon is rated 4.4 stars by 110 OpenTable diners.

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

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  5. Downtown / Union Square

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for The Parthenon

582 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 10:30 am–3:00 pm Daily 4:45 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Turkish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Executive chef
    Chef Cemo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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