As Quoted
Presidio Heights, San Francisco
Restaurant in San Francisco, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
As Quoted is worth using as an easy daytime San Francisco option, not as a dinner destination. The practical appeal is timing: it works for breakfast or lunch plans in Presidio Heights, while nearby peers like Spruce, Sociale, Magic Flute, Maria Isabel, Garibaldis make more sense for higher-spend or more defined occasions.
About As Quoted
Do not treat As Quoted as an evening option by default. As Quoted is a San Francisco venue with daytime hours, a casual dress code, hours from 8 AM to 3 PM Monday through Saturday.
The case for considering it is simple: choose it when those hours fit your plan. As Quoted is closed on Sunday, so it is a poor fit for anyone trying to anchor a night out. For a reader building a San Francisco food day around errands, appointments, or other plans, the schedule is the main detail to work.
Plan for daytime convenience, not a destination dinner
The venue is open Monday through Saturday, with hours ending at 3 PM. That makes the timing direct if the goal is a daytime stop rather than a dinner plan.
The smart move is to treat As Quoted as a casual San Francisco option and compare it against alternatives based on your timing and occasion.
Where it fits in a San Francisco plan
If you are comparing other options, Spruce, Sociale, Magic Flute, Garibaldis, Maria Isabel may also come up in your search. Use those comparisons to decide what kind of outing you want, then check current details before committing.
The verdict: consider As Quoted when the daypart is the constraint and you want a casual San Francisco option during its posted hours. Skip it for dinner plans or for a decision that depends on cuisine, named dishes, pricing, or chef details. For broader planning, use our full San Francisco restaurants guide, then match this choice to the time of day rather than treating it as an all-purpose plan.
Planning details
- Location
- 3613 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94118
- Website
- eatasquoted.com
- Phone
- +1 415 914 0689
The take
The Take
The Vibe
As Quoted embodies steady, neighbourhood dining on Sacramento Street rather than the city’s louder restaurant circuits. The room sits amid older residential buildings and low-key storefronts, attracting local foot traffic and repeat patrons who prize reliability over trend-driven hype. The writing frames the restaurant as matter-of-fact and precise—its name carrying a documentary quality—and the kitchen sensibility reads as thoughtful rather than flashy, marrying quality local ingredients with considered technique. Expect a quiet, reassuring atmosphere where the draw is consistent cooking and a community of regulars rather than a scene seeking critical attention.
Best For
This is a spot built for neighbourhood life: easy brunches, casual family meals and relaxed get-togethers with friends. Its location on a quieter stretch of Sacramento Street and the emphasis on steadiness make it a natural choice for regulars looking for dependable food rather than a one-off tasting experience. Signature items such as the Chinese Chicken Salad, Cobb Salad and a Gluten Free Banana Muffin signal straightforward, approachable plates that suit daytime visits and informal dinners alike. It’s less about spectacle and more about comfortable, familiar dining.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the restaurant’s strengths by choosing dishes that read as familiar but well-made—salads and comfort-forward plates are highlighted by the menu’s signature Chinese Chicken Salad and Cobb Salad. The presence of a Gluten Free Banana Muffin suggests care for simple baked goods and morning offerings, making it worth ordering at brunch or to take away. The profile notes a tension between local product and international technique, so look for preparations that showcase seasonal California ingredients with thoughtful execution when deciding what to try.
Venue details
Ambiance
Bright, beautiful, and healthy-focused space designed to feel inclusive and nourishing for all diners.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Chinese Chicken Salad
- Cobb Salad
- Gluten Free Banana Muffin
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If you cannot make As Quoted work
Try Spruce if the plan has shifted toward a polished Californian splurge. Try Maria Isabel if the priority is a more clearly defined cuisine choice rather than daytime convenience.
Restaurant context
How it compares in San Francisco
Choose As Quoted when ease and daytime timing matter. Spruce is the clearer splurge in this set, with a defined Californian $$$$ positioning and a more occasion-driven feel. As Quoted is the lighter commitment: easier to fit into a weekday plan, but less useful if the meal needs to carry the whole evening.
Sociale, Magic Flute, Garibaldis are better cross-shops when ambiance is the deciding factor rather than convenience. Pick them for a more traditional sit-down neighborhood meal; pick As Quoted when the schedule points to breakfast or lunch and booking friction needs to stay low.
Maria Isabel is the better choice if cuisine specificity matters, since its Regional Mexican focus gives the decision a clearer food angle. As Quoted is the practical call for a daytime stop in the area; Maria Isabel is the stronger pick when the reason for booking is a defined regional menu.
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Compare As Quoted
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| As Quoted | San Francisco | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Spruce | San Francisco | Californian | $$$$ | 2026 Wine Spectator Grand Award2026 Michelin Plate2025 Forbes Recommended2025 Wine Spectator Grand Award2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Sociale | San Francisco | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Magic Flute | San Francisco | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Maria Isabel | San Francisco | Regional Mexican (Guerrero, Sinaloa) | ; | No published awards |
| Garibaldis | San Francisco | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at As Quoted?
For seating specifics, check directly with As Quoted. The key planning details are that As Quoted is in San Francisco, open 8 AM to 3 PM Monday through Saturday, closed Sunday, has a casual dress code.
Can As Quoted accommodate groups?
Is As Quoted good for solo dining?
Plan around its casual daytime format: As Quoted is a San Francisco venue with posted hours from 8 AM to 3 PM Monday through Saturday.
Are daytime or dinner plans better at As Quoted?
Daytime plans are the better fit, since As Quoted closes at 3 PM on the days it is open and is closed on Sunday. Plan around the daytime hours instead.
What should I order at As Quoted?
How far ahead should I book As Quoted?
If timing matters, check current availability directly. As Quoted is open 8 AM to 3 PM Monday through Saturday.
What should I wear to As Quoted?
The dress code is casual. Choose relaxed, practical clothing for a daytime San Francisco stop.
