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Red Tavern

4.4 (221)
$30 and under
Russian
2229 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121

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Red Tavern

4.4
$30 and under
Russian
Richmond District

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2 people
7:00 pm

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
We are located in the heart of
San Francisco Richmond district and are inviting you to the culinary adventure discovering how
Old World Eastern European cuisine meets contemporary American fare. Our menu offers an assortment of soups, salads, appetizers and main dishes ranging from familiar to exotic and will satisfy most discerning palate. We also serve family style banquet where friends share and enjoy variety of dishes.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Russian, Eastern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We provide full service catering for any occasion serving all your needs - from elaborate weddings and corporate events to intimate parties gathering friends and family. <br /><br><br><br />You can choose from the a la carte or banquet menu or our catering team is able to prepare a wide range of "off menu" items to satisfy your taste and cravings
  • Private party facilities
    Red Tavern is a love letter to Eastern European cuisine, serving traditional and modern food in SF's Richmond district.
  • Area
    Richmond District
  • Cross street
    24th Ave
  • Parking Details
    We are located in the heart of San Francisco Richmond district at 2229 Clement Street between 23rd and 24th Avenues. WE ARE OPEN FOR TAKE OUT!!!
  • Public transport
    Muni #1 California and 22nd Avenue Stop Muni # 29 Clement and 25th Avenue Stop Muni # 38 Geary and 22nd Avenue Stop
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Delivery, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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    the_happyepicurean

    Looking for a place to dine this holiday season? Come and indulge in delicious Eastern European cuisine in the heart of San Francisco with @redtavernsf I recommend the puff pastry stroganoff and the homemade blinis with smoked salmon! The chicken shashlyk was my fave!! RSVP via @opentable 📍𝟐𝟐𝟐𝟗 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭., 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨 #the_happyepicurean #redtavern #easteuropeancuisine #sfrichmonddistrict #richmonddistrictsf #sffoodscene #7x7sf #sfbesteats #eatmesf #sanfranciscodining

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    _whatarethechances_

    📍Red Tavern 2229 Clement St San Francisco, CA Red Tavern is a hidden gem in the Richmond district serving some of the best eastern European food in the area. Comfort food at its finest. The Borsch soup, beef stroganoff and napoleon cake are must haves. Totally recommend Red Tavern for a date or family dinner.

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    foodieclubsf

    @redtavernsf • I’ve lived in the Richmond district my whole life and this was my first time trying Eastern European food. So come check it out with me! • I started with some red wine. Then ordered some apps: Borsch- beet, cabbage and beef soup, pan fried potatoes, Pelmeni- veal dumplings, all very tasty. Then for entrees, we got the popular Beef Stroganoff- like a beef pot pie and Golupsy- cabbage roll with beef and yummy stuff. Then finished it off with the Napoleon cake for dessert. • Everything so yummy and had a great experience. Come with me to check out

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    pimchanyum

    Red Tavern is a gem of Eastern European cuisine! From the moment you step in, the ambiance whisks you away to a cozy corner of Europe. We got the following items: 1. Borsch - Beef, cabbage & beet soup - $10 2. Tavern Sampler - Olivier, Baltic herring, homemade blinis with salmon caviar, smoked fish, blintzes, garlic potatoes - $69 3. Beef Stroganoff - with mushrooms, cream sauce & flaky dough crust, served with kasha - $30 4. Rack of Lamb - Marinated & grilled, served with mashed potatoes - $32 5. Napoleon Cake - Delicate layers of pastry & vanilla cream - $10 The Tavern Sampler stole the show for me! Being able to taste a bit of everything on one platter was an absolute delight. It’s the perfect way to explore the diverse flavors of Eastern European cuisine in one sitting. 📍Red Tavern [Hosted] | @redtavernsf 🏡 San Francisco, CA 🫶🏼 Thank you for having me #sffoodie #sanfranciscoeats #sfrestaurants #bayareaeats #foodiesf #sfeats #eatsf #foodiefavorites #sfbayfoodie #sfrestaurantreviews #yelpsf #easterneuropean #easterneuropeanfood

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    katheerinnaeats

    Come taste the Eastern European cuisine @redtavernsf in the city! 😋 They’re open Monday to Friday 5-9pm, & Sunday and Saturdays 2-10pm.🔥 As a potato lovers, I got so excited for many of their dishes and sides like their Pan Fried Potatoes w/ garlic & dill. I loved the Chicken Shashlyk paired w/ some cabbages and mashed potatoes! 😍 You must, must get the Napoleon Cake for dessert. Yum! 😋 Hope y’all check them ok when you’re in the area. Thank you to the biz for having us. #katheerinnaeats #sfrestaurants #sfeats #supportsmallbiz #sfblogger #foodblogger #thingstodoinsf #fun #yummy😋😋

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    the_happyepicurean

    Craving a taste of the unexpected? @redtavernsf in the Richmond district can be your new obsession. Delicious Eastern European cuisine with bold flavors, delightful stews, smoked fish, caviar with blinis (pancakes) and pickled vegetables to name a few! So worth a visit: 𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝟮𝟮𝟮𝟵 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁. 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼, 𝗖𝗮. #the_happyepicurean #redtavern #easterneuropeanfood #easterneuropean #sfrichmonddistrict #richmonddistrictsf #clementstreetsf #sfhiddengems #letseatsf #sanfranciscodining

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Red Tavern.

4.4

4.4
(221)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

221 Reviews
  1. HARVEY

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, value and service. Parking nearby. Menu is somewhat limited but the food was great. Highly recommend it.

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  2. Scott Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, friendly service and food that reminds me of home. I highly recommend!

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  3. Kirsten

    San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Red Tavern is an excellent Russian restaurant! The food, especially the beef stroganoff, cucumber salad and pelmeni were delicious! The wait staff was attentive and we loved the atmosphere - great ambience with lovely china and paintings on the walls that gave it an elegant touch.

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  4. Diane

    California Central Coast5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Red Tavern was such a great experience as the ambiance was clever. From the pantings displayed throughout to the adorable rain clouds on the ceiling - everything was so perfect. I especially loved the delicate plates with the blue and white designs. I tried the Russia lager - also perfect. The potato chicken salad was so flavorful and subtle. The smoked fish was perfectly smoked. Honestly can’t say enough positive remarks about this spot. I was impressed! The waiter was also super cool with just the right personality.

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  5. amy

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A neighborhood gem. Relaxed atmosphere. The dishes we enjoyed were worth a rave- delicious! Look forward to going again

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  6. Chloe Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious food and wonderful service! I will be coming back 100%

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  7. Jennifer Gold

    Las Vegas38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow, the beef stroganoff and the napoleon were amazing! The kvass was also excellent.

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  8. Marta Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area256 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 14 February 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Simple cafe serving Russian traditional dishes. Borcsht soup watery and tasteless.

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  9. susan

    San Francisco Bay Area19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 February 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    a very authentic and delicious experience...funeto be a little bit part of the Russian community in San Francisco and tast the excellent food.

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  10. sally

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 January 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our meal at the Red Tavern. The food was delicious, the ambiance very cozy, and the service outstanding. We will definitely come back!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Russian, Eastern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We provide full service catering for any occasion serving all your needs - from elaborate weddings and corporate events to intimate parties gathering friends and family. <br /><br><br><br />You can choose from the a la carte or banquet menu or our catering team is able to prepare a wide range of "off menu" items to satisfy your taste and cravings
  • Private party facilities
    Red Tavern is a love letter to Eastern European cuisine, serving traditional and modern food in SF's Richmond district.
  • Area
    Richmond District
  • Cross street
    24th Ave
  • Parking Details
    We are located in the heart of San Francisco Richmond district at 2229 Clement Street between 23rd and 24th Avenues. WE ARE OPEN FOR TAKE OUT!!!
  • Public transport
    Muni #1 California and 22nd Avenue Stop Muni # 29 Clement and 25th Avenue Stop Muni # 38 Geary and 22nd Avenue Stop
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Delivery, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Red Tavern's cozy, art-filled dining room and repeatedly cited warm atmosphere make it well suited to a special evening, with guests calling it a great date spot and praising dishes like the beef stroganoff.

Casual Dress, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

Many guests describe the portions as generous, several reviews specifically note hearty, satisfying servings and leaving happily full.

Red Tavern feels cozy and steeped in Eastern European character, guests praise its warm, art-filled dining room, blue-and-white china, and even charming ceiling “rain clouds, ” calling it romantic and museum-like.

Friday nights are a great time to visit, a guest who came on a Friday night praised the beef stroganoff and attentive service.

For a quieter, relaxed meal try a weekday evening, Red Tavern’s posted hours are Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm (Sat–Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm), and guests have reported light crowds on Friday and Saturday nights.

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Red Tavern

4.4
$30 and under
Russian
Richmond District

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
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