75
Ernest
San Francisco, US · $$ · casual
Worth It·1 source·Early
Based on
1
review
Critic Consensus
What People Like
Chef-owner's personal touch and outdoor dining options are highlights, but be prepared for limited capacity.
- +Chef-owned establishment
- +Outdoor dining experience
What People Don't Like
Pandemic-related issues with seating and delayed openings due to costly COVID measures
- −Limited seating capacity due to pandemic restrictions
- −Delayed opening caused by costly delays and COVID measures
Score Breakdown
Service60
Food80
Awards
Michelin Selected
Individual Reviews
75
SF ChronicleCritic
Ernest — SF Chronicle Top 100 Restaurants 2026
“San Francisco Ernest’s initial success was a product of misfortune. One year after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, few new restaurants were opening, but chef-owner Brandon Rice didn’t really have a choice — after months of costly delay, Ernest had to launch, even if he could only serve 10 outdoor tables a night.…”Read original →
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