We visited this place for a brunch with friends. When we arrived around 11:30, it was pretty empty, but it got busy later on. We enjoyed the food – everything was great; my favorite was onion soup and beef bourguignon. Our waiter was wonderful and fun.
February 2024
Great service and wonderful food. We dine here every time we are in The City and are never disappointed. The menu is excellent! Oysters, beet Napoleon, and onion soup! just wow! thanks for a truly perfect SF/Paris experience.
February 2024
We got a reservation at the last moment, so were surprised. We got a great table in the bar area, which was our choice, loved the ambience. The French Onion soup was fantastic as was the Steak Frites. They were good size portions, excellent value.
Opened in 1974, Le Central has been serving traditional French cuisine for over four decades, boasting the honor of being San Francisco’s most historic French bistro. Conveniently located on the cusp of the bustling financial district and downtown Union Square, Le Central stands out in a rare one-story historic brick building, crowned by a vintage Tabac sign. Offering classic French faire such as Filet Mignon au Poivre, slow-cooked Cassoulet and Roast Chicken Pommes Frites, Le central’s cuisine is comforting yet sumptuous. The exposed brick walls, stained glass features, and imported brass bar invite you to retreat and unwind in its charming, brasserie atmosphere. Le Central is the downtown stop for locals and visitors looking for a classic
