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1601 Bay & Kitchen is a hidden gem among so many over rated restaurants in SF. We spent most of our Saturday night here enjoying the chef's tasting menu which featured modern twists on classic Sri Lankan flavors. The duck leg curry was the star of the menu, but we enjoyed everything from the savory uni ice cream to the traditional egg hopper. At 110pp, it's also probably one of the best value tasting menus I've had in a while. The wine pairing felt like a bit of a miss at times, but I appreciated the variety including beer & sake with some of the courses. The restaurant was quiet, service was never rushed, and we enjoyed the opportunity to talk with the chef and owner throughout the evening.

A beautiful and special, not to mention delicious and well serviced establishment. I went for the happy hour beer and apps, (btw, very fairly priced) and I was not disappointed by the service, ambiance or quality taste and presentation of food at all. The tables and chairs were nice and clean. The floor didn't stick to your shoes. The service was fast. The music was good. The waiter and service and food was really great. Also their were not to many people there on the Friday at 6pm when I went. Definitely a 5/5 star place that I'm going back too again.

A fabulous spot for lunch or dinner. Highest quality ingredients, shopped for daily by the chef owner. Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Each area offers a different experience. The patio with the warmth of the sun amidst the urban buzz of downtown Oakland. Into the bar with a wall of windows and a soundtrack of Peruvian music to accompany your delicious meal, cocktails or coffee. Then there’s the internal dining area with views of the stunning artfully designed courtyard garden, visible through more walls of windows, with a view into the open kitchen. A great place for large parties and events. Centrally located across from the Marriott convention center and steps to BART, you can’t go wrong with a meal or event at Bocanova.

The sashimi was very fresh also the peanut butter roll was so good. Noisy but fun atmosphere. Service was great!!

We chose this restaurant for our first night in SF mainly for its location near our hotel, in the Pacific Heights area, and also because of the great reviews. We were not disappointed. Having enjoyed a light meal at an earlier cooking class, we were happy to have later reservations. When we arrived on foot, the valet attendant greeted us warmly and opened the door. The place was full! We arrived about 15 minutes prior to our reservation so we waited a bit. The bar was packed so we waited near the hostess stand. We were led to a lovely table just outside the front door in a small, toasty, fireplace-lit room! There was even a personalized birthday card waiting for me! With only four tables, it’s a charming and intimate room but for the table of five women loudly celebrating a birthday. Our server, Chase was THE BEST! Without us saying anything, he apologized for the noise, noting we had requested a quiet table in our reservation. He told us they were getting dessert menus but he could move us if we wanted. We declined and the loud ones soon departed. The food is beyond delicious! My husband chose the duck breast and said it was just as good as one he had in France, which is his measuring stick for duck! I had the special John Dory and it was so moist and flavorful! Both were presented in such unique styles! Mine had a layer of scalloped potatoes that appeared to look like scales. Toasted just right, this layer provided a shield to keep the fish perfectly moist. A choice of breads, tasty amuse bouche, an amazing taste of the Sunchoke bisque made us regret not ordering a larger bowl for dinner, too! We ended with decadent beignets and a surprise slice of birthday confetti cake rounded out a perfect evening. We also appreciated the very extensive wine list and the way the sommelier brought our wines by the glass in the bottles and allowed us to taste a sip before pouring. In a city with so many great restaurants, this will forever be one of our favorites. Thank you so much for such a memorable evening! We can’t wait to return!

5 stars all the way! Excellent hospitality which made us feel like family. I loved that they took our coats right away before we sat down and hung them in the coat check. Food and wine list are on point and the Jazz music was oh so good. We will be back soon! Cheers!

Amazingly fresh sushi Really nice attentive staff Quiet spot. Would be great for a date

Review rating: 5.0

The food is delicious! The owner was very attentive to our needs to ensure we have the best experience. She and her staff were very friendly and accommodating - no wait time. You can definitely taste the quality and attention to their cuisine and it's not pricey in my opinion. The best thing to accompany the great food is the view you have of beautiful city of SF. Day or night, you can't go wrong. Instead of sitting in traffic, busy sidewalks, and loud city streets, escape to Mersea for an exceptional experience.

Review rating: 5.0

1601 Bay & Kitchen is a hidden gem among so many over rated restaurants in SF. We spent most of our Saturday night here enjoying the chef's tasting menu which featured modern twists on classic Sri Lankan flavors. The duck leg curry was the star of the menu, but we enjoyed everything from the savory uni ice cream to the traditional egg hopper. At 110pp, it's also probably one of the best value tasting menus I've had in a while. The wine pairing felt like a bit of a miss at times, but I appreciated the variety including beer & sake with some of the courses. The restaurant was quiet, service was never rushed, and we enjoyed the opportunity to talk with the chef and owner throughout the evening.

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A beautiful and special, not to mention delicious and well serviced establishment. I went for the happy hour beer and apps, (btw, very fairly priced) and I was not disappointed by the service, ambiance or quality taste and presentation of food at all. The tables and chairs were nice and clean. The floor didn't stick to your shoes. The service was fast. The music was good. The waiter and service and food was really great. Also their were not to many people there on the Friday at 6pm when I went. Definitely a 5/5 star place that I'm going back too again.

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A fabulous spot for lunch or dinner. Highest quality ingredients, shopped for daily by the chef owner. Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Each area offers a different experience. The patio with the warmth of the sun amidst the urban buzz of downtown Oakland. Into the bar with a wall of windows and a soundtrack of Peruvian music to accompany your delicious meal, cocktails or coffee. Then there’s the internal dining area with views of the stunning artfully designed courtyard garden, visible through more walls of windows, with a view into the open kitchen. A great place for large parties and events. Centrally located across from the Marriott convention center and steps to BART, you can’t go wrong with a meal or event at Bocanova.

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