Restaurant in San Francisco, United States
Absinthe
150Pearl PointsWine-first dinner
About Absinthe
Absinthe is the San Francisco pick when the evening calls for a polished Hayes Valley room and a wine-led meal rather than a tasting-menu splurge. Its 2026 Star Wine List recognition makes it especially useful for diners choosing around the bottle, while nearby peers cover more casual, faster, or more structured occasions.
Absinthe is a San Francisco pick with a clearly verified schedule, smart casual dress code, Star Wine List recognition in 2026. The most grounded reason to keep it on a short list is simple: it is a San Francisco venue with confirmed Wednesday-to-Sunday hours and a wine-related accolade, rather than a place where the available data verifies a specific chef, cuisine, signature dish, price point, or tasting-menu format. If you are comparing options, consider Absinthe alongside Nightbird, Chez Maman West, Doppio Zero San Francisco, Nojo Ramen Tavern, or The Happy Crane, depending on the kind of plan you want.
A San Francisco venue with verified hours and wine recognition
The confirmed practical details are useful: Absinthe is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, open Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM, open Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM. Dress is smart casual. For a broader city scan before choosing, Our full San Francisco restaurants guide is the useful companion, especially if the plan may shift during a wider visit.
Because the verified data does not specify cuisine, menu structure, price, seating style, chef, or signature dishes, the cleanest way to approach Absinthe is as a San Francisco dining option with dependable listed hours and confirmed Star Wine List recognition. Use the schedule to decide whether it fits your day, avoid assuming a particular service format beyond what the venue confirms directly.
Who should book, who should cross-shop instead
Book Absinthe if the verified hours, smart casual dress code, wine recognition fit the occasion. Cross-shop The Happy Crane, Doppio Zero San Francisco, Chez Maman West, Nojo Ramen Tavern, or Nightbird if you want to compare it with other San Francisco dining options before committing.
The practical call: use Absinthe when its confirmed schedule and smart casual dress code fit your plan, verify any menu, price, seating, or reservation specifics directly before you go. Visitors building a wider San Francisco plan should pair restaurant research with Our full San Francisco hotels guide, Our full San Francisco bars guide, Our full San Francisco wineries guide, Our full San Francisco experiences guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Absinthe?
The verified data does not specify a reservation window. Check Absinthe directly for current booking availability, especially for busier dining times.
What should I wear to Absinthe?
The verified dress code is smart casual, so choose polished but relaxed clothing suitable for a San Francisco meal.
Is Absinthe good for solo dining?
The verified data does not specify solo-dining setup, counter seating, or bar seating. If you are visiting alone, check directly with Absinthe for the best current seating option.
What are alternatives to Absinthe in San Francisco?
Other San Francisco options to compare include Chez Maman West, Nightbird, The Happy Crane, Doppio Zero San Francisco, Nojo Ramen Tavern.
Is Absinthe good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for an occasion if the smart casual dress code, San Francisco setting, Star Wine List recognition match what you want. Confirm menu, price, reservation details directly before planning around it.
What time is best at Absinthe?
The verified hours are Wednesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM. Choose based on the time that fits your schedule.
Can I eat at the bar at Absinthe?
The verified data does not specify bar dining. Contact Absinthe directly to confirm current seating formats.
Location
398 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102
San Francisco, United States
Compare Absinthe
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absinthe | San Francisco | , | Star Wine List (2026) | , |
| The Happy Crane | San Francisco | , | , | , |
| Nightbird | San Francisco | New American, Californian | , | $$$$ |
| Doppio Zero San Francisco | San Francisco | , | , | , |
| Nojo Ramen Tavern | San Francisco | , | , | , |
| Chez Maman West | San Francisco | , | , | , |
How Absinthe San Francisco compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- The Happy Crane, Notable alternative
- Nightbird, New American, Californian, $$$$
- Doppio Zero San Francisco, Notable alternative
- Nojo Ramen Tavern, Notable alternative
- Chez Maman West, Notable alternative
How Absinthe compares in San Francisco
Absinthe is the choice for a wine-led Hayes Valley meal with easier booking pressure than a high-commitment tasting-menu night. Nightbird is the stronger splurge if the priority is New American or Californian cooking in a more structured $$$$ format, while Absinthe fits diners who want flexibility, a serious wine cue from its 2026 Star Wine List recognition, a room suited to conversation.
For value and lower commitment, Nojo Ramen Tavern and Chez Maman West are better cross-shops when the plan is casual, quick, or group-friendly without a polished dining-room agenda. Doppio Zero San Francisco is the more relaxed alternative when the table wants an Italian-leaning meal and less ceremony.
The Happy Crane belongs in the comparison set for diners staying within San Francisco but wanting a different mood. Choose Absinthe when the wine list and Hayes Valley location shape the evening; choose Nightbird when the occasion justifies a higher spend and a more defined culinary format.
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