Absinthe Brasserie & Bar

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Absinthe Brasserie & Bar is a Hayes Valley brasserie in San Francisco serving French brasserie fare alongside classic cocktails. Founded in 1998, it operates within a lively, informal setting evoking turn-of-the-century France. The restaurant operates evenings Tuesday–Sunday, with extended hours Thursday–Saturday, and offers dinner service plus a bar menu later in the evening. The menu spans French-inspired starters, entrées like coq au vin and steak frites, and French-leaning desserts.

What to try

  • French Onion Soup

    Crouton, Gruyère & Emmental cheese gratinée.

    $18.00

  • Pommes Frites

    Hand cut fries, smoked ketchup, garlic aïoli.

    $14.00

  • Beef Tartare

    Capers, cornichons, crème fraîche, quail egg, grilled sour batard.

    $24.00

  • Coq Au Vin

    Braised Mary’s chicken, pearl onions, Cremini mushrooms, carrots, bacon lardons.

    $44.00

  • Duck Breast

    Pan-seared duck breast, braised endive, blackberry demi-glace.

    $40.00

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 5-9PM
Wednesday 5-9PM
Thursday 5-11PM
Friday 5-11PM
Saturday 5-11PM
Sunday 5-9PM

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