Per Diem - Financial District

We stopped in for lunch today and had a wonderful experience. We sat at the bar which I could see was well-stocked and the bartender made great cocktails. We had crab arancini which was as great as it sounds. Lentil soup and a tuna Niçoise salad. The tuna in the salad was excellent. For a dessert we shared a panna cotta. The service was excellent and I highly recommend Per Diem.

Went to SF for the weekend to play. Had a FABULOUS lunch at Per Diem…. Great atmosphere, amazing food (we had the kale salad and tri tip Gorgonzola sandwich- YUM!) and service was relaxing. It was perfect! Will definitely be back! Make reservations for upstairs.

Reasonably priced tasty food with a convenient location in Financial District for a bite before/after a business meeting. The best appetizers include the tuna tartare and the hanger steak entree was very tasty as well. They allowed me to sub out the mashed potatoes for additional broccolini. The dessert is probably the weakest part and the lava cake was quite good but the ice cream was clearly an inferior quality.

We had a group reservation for 30+ people and the service was flawless. On top of that, the food was amazing!! We were arriving later than we planned and they were able to stay open later for us with some flexibility. Its very clear that the people working there truly care about the service they provide and the reputation of the restaurant. Definately will come by whenever I’m in the area, it is that good :)

Abraham was fantastic and very attentive. We originally had 5:30 dinner reservation, but got out early and made it to happy hour. The food was delicious and was exactly what we were needing. Per Diem isn’t new, I’ve been to the original location on several occasions well before Covid times. I’m just happy they have a new location which is about a 3 min walk from my office. Come visit, sit outside and drink some of their delicious cocktails. Thank you Abraham for a great evening.

Called to make a reservation since the time we wanted wasn't available on Opentable. They accommodated us. Everything we ordered was really good and I especially liked the burrata toast. The braised short rib I got was tender and flavorful.

Per Diem was tasty and the service was pretty good. Happy hour ended when we got there. Their HH is only from 3-5 pm so we got dinner entrees. We ordered the flatbread to share and it was a smaller size than I expected but it was very good. I got the lamb gnocchi ragú and thoroughly enjoyed it. My husband got the Harvest Bowl. We also ordered cocktails but they were ok, nothing to rave about. Overall we had a relaxing dinner. It was my birthday and we ordered the tiramisu for dessert. That was the best part of the meal. It was very thoughtful, Per Diem gave me a complimentary dessert. Thank you Per Diem!! :)

Good ambiance for a drink! Food looked great but didn’t try any. Non-alcoholic beers and cocktails available.

Came with a friend for Valentine's Day dinner! We order the wild mushroom pasta, truffle fries, and shrimp cocktail to share! We also got the strawberry tiramisu, and I got the non alcoholic amalfi coast drink! Everything was delicious! The interior was well-decorated, and I really liked the vibes! The servers were also really nice and attentive! Food summary: Wild mushroom pasta 9/10 Very creamy and rich! The egg as well as the mushrooms were great, and the pasta was cooked Al dente! Shrimp cocktail 9/10 Very delicious - a typical shrimp cocktail starter! Truffle fries 10/10 Good truffle flavors, crispy, and with a sprinkle of Parmesan! Amalfi coast drink 9/10 I loved the color, and it tasted just like an actual alcoholic spritz :) Strawberry tiramisu 10/10 I loved this! The cream was soft and fluffy, the lady fingers were delicious, and the berries were all very fresh! Overall, would definitely come back again!

I don't normally leave reviews, but my experience here was disappointing enough to share. My friend and I stopped by hoping to enjoy drinks and a nice evening. Unfortunately, the service was so terrible that it ruined the experience. Our server barely acknowledged us and spent most of their time chatting with friends instead of taking care of customers. After waiting far too long just to get a drink order in, we decided to skip food or additional drinks altogether. With such poor service, it didn't seem worth spending more of our evening--or money--here. To top it off, the two drinks we did order somehow amounted to $60, which felt absurd given the lack of attention or care we received. Needless to say, I won't be back. I'd rather take my business to a place that values its customers.

The inside was super cute and gave a rustic historic vibe! I didn't expect it to be 2 stories. Also this is a Michelin guide restaurant (but it was super easy to get a resy). I went with a friend who I haven't seen in over a year so we were talking a lot, catching up, and having a good time but the waiter kinda kept rushing us to order..... so that was kinda annoying. Minus 1 star for that. Food wise: The crab arancini was so soft and warm inside they melt so perfectly in your mouth wow. They were perfectly fried and the aioli sauce made them 10000x better. Definitely my favorite dish of the night. The Brussels sprouts are always a hit. They were so flavorful and crispy and had a generous amount of Parmesan so that was nice. I didn't want to be basic and get the margherita pizza, so I tried the summer squash flatbread, which an interesting dish. I couldn't really taste much of the squash part but I love goat cheese so I thought it was yummy. Really refreshing tbh and worth the try. Glad I got that over the margherita!

Nice menu selections and quite tasty. Service was engaging as well. We held a small company party there, very nice atmosphere.

Thank you, Brian! You went above and beyond to show us kindness and grace, and made our experience amazing! Our team of 10 walked in before close and Brian was not only kind enough to accommodate us, but never rushed, was engaging, and went out of his way to be a gracious and welcoming host to us all. The food was great and the service was out of this world. Thank you for a wonderful experience all around, and accommodating our team so last minute.

Pricey bite with ambience just outside of Montgomery BART station. Good for a nice dinner with new coworkers or catch up with old friends. We ordered the mushroom pasta and ahi tartare with surprised me in a good way. Love their cocktails!!

TLDR: Came for a group dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the food, ambiance, and service! Of all the things we tried, I'd recommend the roasted chicken and lava cake the most. ------ FOOD: 1. Roasted Chicken (5/5): Not dry at all, really flavorful, loved the tomato based sauce it came with. 2. Lava Cake (5/5): A delicious dessert that really hits the spot. Your classic chocolate lava cake with a fruit sauce / drizzle on top paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top 3. Rustic Meatballs (4.5/5): A great meatball dish, though ever so slightly denser than I would prefer 4. Caesar Salad (4.5/5): Honestly was really surprised by how much I liked this Caesar. I thought the dressing was great and flavorful. 5. Crab Arancini (4/5): I had super high hopes for this but I think the inside is a little dry -- could use some more sauce or melty cheese 6. Burrata Toast (4/5): A dessert-y appetizer thanks to the sweetness of the honey drizzle on top. Would have been great if the toast was a little crispier very the soft sourdough, but the overall flavor was unique and folks liked it 7. Brussels Sprouts (4/5): Solid, standard sprouts, nothing special 8. Mushroom Gnocchi (3.5/5): The truffle oil was good and I like the concept of the mushroom pasta, but the gnocchi itself was too soft and didn't have a chew factor. Tasted more like balls of mashed potatoes? If the gnocchi had more of a bite, this would have been a great dish! 9. Halibut (3.5/5): A little dry 10. Semifreddo (2.5/5): Not what I expected based on the description and unfortunately not really for me 11. Tiramisu (1/5): Didn't taste like tiramisu at all, and honestly the mascarpone cream tasted sour like it had gone bad. Hopefully the desserts they gave us were one-off and this dessert doesn't usually taste like this... ------ ENVIRONMENT / AMBIANCE: * Despite the unassuming exterior, the inside of this restaurant is cute! It gives me New York vibes honestly, and the upstairs dining area had lots of space and overlooked the rest of the restaurant downstairs * There were lots of people there who looked like they had just gotten off of work together and grabbing dinner / drinks -- this has a great vibe and location for that ------ SERVICE: * What you'd expect and perfectly good!

Reservations made by phone for lunch on a Monday about a week in advance. I got text updates, and it was $25 per person cancellation fee if we cancelled less than 24 hours in advance. This is a nice spot, definitely the type for business lunches, a bit dark and serious in its decor, medium noise level, plenty of space downstairs and upstairs. The service was professional and efficient. Our group of 5 was in and out in an hour. * Wild Mushroom Pasta - 4.5 stars I usually only like red sauce pasta, and I usually don't like mushrooms. But the images for this one actually looked rather tasty with the fancy mushrooms and the egg, and I didn't regret my decision. This was perfectly flavored and nicely balanced; just a tad on the oily side.

This pasta was tasty! I added chicken for it to be extra filling which was perfect, I was pretty hungry :) It was a little oilier at the bottom so it was hard to eat but otherwise it has a good cheese flavor which was very delicious! There's quite a lot of searing especially for big parties, there's a bar downstairs I believe. Our waiter was super kind and attentive to our needs.

I only uploaded one of the croquttas picture, but really after that set we ordered another lol The overall look of this place is really cool and they have an upstairs they open up once in awhile I think our second favorite is the chicken, whatever rub they used was great! Overall the service was really good and were def coming back!

Came here for a work dinner and got some drinks and plates to share! Cocktails were good and we ordered the tuna tartare, margherita flatbread, and crab arancini to share. All delicious but the arancini was my favorite!! I got the gnocchi ragú as my main even though I'm not a big fan of lamb and LOVED it!! So yummy and glad I tried it even though I haven't always loved lamb dishes! Small dark and moody restaurant with some cool decor elements. Seating is pretty limited but location is great if you're looking to pop in for a quick bite and drinks after business in FiDi!

It always seems like I walk into a whole different world when I enter a restaurant in Fi-Di. The seating areas have a mix of classy-wood decor and dim lighting that makes it feel more like a restaurant in midtown NY than the more typical brightly lit and Chinatown-like sit down restaurants in the area. My Fi-Di burger came out at a reasonable time and service promptly changed our utensils between courses. I really enjoyed the Burrata, which was spread over some sourdough and sprinkled with just enough almonds for crunch and honey. The burger itself was pretty average for similar ~$15-20 burgers, and I think the fries could have been incorporated a bit more with the rosemary. The fries tasted more like the seasoning was sprinkled on top just for show. I'd come again to try some of the other dishes like the seafood pasta for a nicer sit down meal again when in Fi-Di.

I went here for a work lunch, and I had a pleasant time. Many employees in the financial district go here for their lunch hours, and it's honestly a perfect venue for team gatherings. The mid-century interior decor is very elegant, creating an exquisite vibe for socializing. I really love the floor-to-ceiling dark woods and large pillars, curating a special tribute to California history. The food is a mix or fusion of Italian and Californian tastes, and I thought that their menu offers a variety of selections for diverse taste buds. I ordered their roasted chicken, and it was delicious. The chicken was very tender and juicy with a splash of citrusy flavor. I wish the chicken had a crispier skin, more of a "roasted" texture. To me, it seemed like it's just baked. It was my first time trying couscous, and it was a perfect pairing for the chicken. I'm not entirely sure how authentic it is, but it was still very delicious. The one severe con I have about this dish was the amount of olives. I'm not a fan of olives, but I thought this dish just had an absurd amount. The olives did not really add anything to the dish, so maybe opting out of it and replacing it with another ingredient can probably enhance the overall flavor more. My co-workers ordered the wild mushroom pasta (not pictured), and they thought it was very delicious, though it was such a small serving. I also tried their Burrata Toast, and it was a delicious appetizer. It had a lot of almonds, and it was a good pair of texture with the silky burrata and sticky, sweet honey.

First time here; the place definitely has the right business lunch kind of vibe. I had their eggplant parmesan sandwich and thought it was definitely a solid sandwich, but slightly heavy on the bread and the ratio of eggplant/bread was slightly off. Not the worst thing, because the bread is delicious, but if they could get the balance of that sandwich a little bit better, it would be perfect. All in all, service was fast, and easy. Our group came here during the lunch hour and were the first on their patio. They were kind enough to turn on the patio heater and we had a nice time. The salads all looked delicious and I definitely wouldn't skip a beat trying this place again. Seems like it's catered to those traveling for business or on a corporate budget, but either way - the food hits!

Well prepared food and pleasant though very laid back service and comfortable for a quick lunch

Great place for a fancy-ish dinner. they have beautiful high ceilings and fine dining feel. The decor is beautiful and the service was on point too. The food was mid's I believe the food was good but just nothing spectacular. It was fast to come out the kitchen and tasted nice but just nothing to really wow my taste buds. The croquettes were memorable.

I made my way here for lunch with 4 other colleagues. It was conveniently located near my office and the menu appealed to all. We made a reservation ahead of time, but since we arrived around 11:30am (prior to the lunch rush) it wasn't necessary. It was a beautiful day so we were thrilled to score a table outside. It had been a gluttonous week of tasty food so I decided to be healthy and order a salad. The chopped salad sounded delicious and I was excited that it had smoked salmon on it. The waiter mentioned that it had very little smoked salmon on it and suggested adding some real salmon...and so i did. The salad was great and i enjoyed the "real salmon," but i thought the smoked salmon was plentiful and unnecessary. Granted this was likely the healthiest thing I ate all week so I was happy...and it was very tasty. The rest of my colleagues seemed to enjoy their meal as well. It had been over 11 years since my last trip to Per Diem, but I enjoyed it just as much and hope it doesn't take me another 11 years to go back!

If you're heading to Per Diem, it should be strictly for drinks and the ambiance. The interior is absolutely gorgeous and beautiful. It definitely has that dark academia and kingsmen look and feel. Would definitely just come here to feel a little swanky. As for the food it's a bit subpar. We ordered the whole menu for a work outing and the only item I felt worth the money was the tuna tartar. Everything was good but it didn't feel unique. It felt like just your typical pub food. The service was great, our server was sweet but other than that the food wasn't much to speak for especially for the price. Still would come back to give it another try.

Went for lunch and had the best experience. Mireya, our server, was the nicest taking care of us and explaining everything about the menu. I fully recommend this place.

Love this bar located in the Financial District. Phenomenal service, great food, and awesome drinks. Highly recommend.

I went there couple of times and always like to go. The food , the service . Will be back there.

I recently was at this restaurant with several other conventioneers. The atmosphere and ambiance was delightful. The staff member Julio who was assigned to our table took excellent care of us. He was very attentive and made wonderful recommendations. The meatball appetizer and the roasted chicken that Julio suggested were both delicious. A great spot with a fantastic staff.

We were looking for a spot to have dinner in FiDi, and I remember of this little gem. We waited at the door for someone to even acknowledge us, took some time to get seated. Service was really slow, food was beyond mediocre, our mushroom pasta look like a soup, and we share the steak and the fish. Both of them tasted weird, In fact all of us ( a group of 4) got sick the next day. STAY AWAY

Gave this place a try with a group of colleagues. We ordered drinks, a few appetizers and split a couple of entrees amongst the 4 of us. The restaurant itself was beautifully decorated with high ceilings and gorgeous chandeliers. We ordered a pepperoni flatbread, endive salad, crab arancini, wild mushroom pasta, and gnocci ragu. Of these, my favorite dishes were the crab arancini and gnocci ragu. We had pretty good service with several people stopping by the table to take plates or offer water, etc. They were out of a few desserts that we would have liked to try and they offered some alternatives, but we decided against it as the replacement choices didn't seem too exciting. I would try this place again if I'm in the area.

We came here for happy hour & small bites, perfect place to do so! The space was not too big but could accompany big parties. We had a reservation and we're seated immediately. The drinks were amazing and had the perfect balance of everything. All the food we ordered was great but the best things were the red pepper & labneh and the brussel sprouts, I'll definitely be coming back for those. Service was great, there were really attentive and always checked in on us. Definitely a solid place for happy hour in Fi-Di!

Had a great business lunch there - food was delicious and atmosphere... interesting. Very man-cave-esq.

We had a late night gala event across the street but glad we stopped by Per Diem. A great spot to meet for a quick meeting, discussion or drink....or just stop in when you're in the area. The interior decor is reminiscent of old upscale downtown San Francisco with dark woods open layout but a contemporary feel. The bar is a perfect touch down area to meet friends. Plenty of seating for lunch or dinner dining with an upstairs for more cozy seating. The bartender was attentive and the manager Naomi had a greeting smile. Recommend and will be back.

Food is mid, service is mid, went there twice but won't go again. Not a fan of this spot and I don't know anyone who recommends coming here. Plenty of better options.

Amazing place. The service is first class, the menu has evolved to a spectacular savory experience and the atmosphere was stellar.

It was bad from the moment we walked in the door. Two of us arrived a bit early for our reserved time. Our third person had not yet arrived. We asked the hostess if she wanted us to wait at the bar or wait at our reserved table. She told us to have a drink at the bar, where there were two or three people behind the bar apparently busying themselves but who paid no attention whatsoever to the two of us. We were the only people seated at the bar. After 10 minutes, I went over and asked the hostess if there was a bartender on duty. Absurd. When our third person arrived, the hostess wanted to seat us in uncomfortable looking high chairs in the bar area instead of a real table for our lunch. We said, no, may we please sit at a real table. We ordered a side of asparagus to share as an appetizer. Take a look at what they had the gall to serve us in the attached photo -- the asparagus "spears" were more like little twigs. Unbelievable. I ordered the margarita flatbread. It was essentially a blotch of raw dough and undercooked topping (the cheese wasn't even remotely melted). Photo attached. I rarely send food back in a restaurant, but this was inedible. I explained what was wrong with it. Much much much later, a new margarita flatbread was delivered that was exactly as raw and undercooked as the previous one, and equally inedible. Ten thumbs down all around.

I discovered Per Diem recently really enjoy this lovely restaurant! The interior is beautiful and the staff were super friendly. My party and I visited on a weekday night without reservations, and while they were quite busy, the hostess still found space for us at the bar. We ordered two of their seasonal cocktails, which were delicious. The beef quality in their beef carpaccio wasn't the most spectacular, but was nonetheless tasty and was seasoned nicely with horseradish and creme fraiche. We also shared a pan seared salmon, which was delicious. The accompanying root vegetables and watercress complimented the fish well. We ordered a side of broccolini as well, which was seasoned tastefully with garlic and chili. We ordered a semifreddo and affogato for dessert. The semifreddo was a bit stiff to cut into, but was delicious. The affogato was classic and lovely as well. Overall, Per Diem has a unique and delicious menu, and I recommend it as a wonderful space for a dinner outing!

For being on the Michelin Bib guide, I expected more. My standard for restaurants on that guide is that there is excellent service, quality and memorable food and curated ambiance. Per diem didn't rise to any of those expectations. First, when we entered we saw a few empty tables and seats at the bar which seemed promising as we didn't have a reservation. The host upon hearing that we didn't have a reservation immediately told us he didn't have anything for us. Only upon our asking about the seats at the bar did he reluctantly let us in. Another aspect of service that wasn't the best: our waiter took away our menus after each of our orders: drinks, appetizers, mains. We had to flag down the waiter and ask for them back after each time. This made us feel rushed. The cocktails at $17 each are excellent. A variety of flavor profiles are available and are served in reasonably sized glasses. Beer is $9 and Wines range from $15/glass + For each of the $16+/plate appetizers (pictured), the portions are quite small. I didn't take a photo of the sausage flatbread also ordered but that was also smaller than expected (six pieces of 3x3" square pieces)

This is the best place in the financial district! The service is always fast and the food and drinks are phenomenal!

This place is perfect for lunch or dinner with coworkers or friends. The ambiance is pretty and the decor is cool. I got the chopped salad and shared the truffle fries. The food was amazing and the perfect amount. For dessert, I got their gelato which was sea salt caramal and it was absolutely delicious. Service was great and the servers are friendly. I highly recommend making a reservation just in case since it can get crowded with business meals/happy hours.

I have eaten at both locations on multiple occasions and have always had an amazing dining experience and delicious food. The service has always been exceptional, and staff has great knowledge about the wine and cocktail list. Amazing food, Great Cocktails and Wine List, Exceptional service and great ambiance. Highly recommend dining here.

The brussels were to die for, the mocktails were unique and vibrant, and the service was friendly and attentive. Naomi and Liz took *excellent* care of us! It's rare to find high quality food and service with no pretension. I don't do a lot of fancy dining as a vegetarian who doesn't drink but I would definitely go back.

Solid spot for a meal around FiDi. The portions are a little small - especially for the steak and salmon. We were able to make a reservation for 8 ~ 4 days in advance which was super appreciated! Really liked the kale salad and the brussel sprouts

This was such a great restaurant! The director of operations spoke to our table and gave thorough and knowledgeable menu recommendations. Although, he did say the chicken was "comically large" and it wasn't very big at all. If I was local, I would definitely come again! Thank you! Burrata Toast 9/10 (if you like sweet) Harvest Grain Bowl 7.5/10 (healthy and tasty, but nothing special) Gnocchi Ragu 8/10 (pretty good, but not the best I've ever had)

This place has been on my list for awhile and finally tried it out. The inside is sooo cozy and beautiful, especially with the lovely Christmas decorations! It's a very cosy place to chill and has a glass of wine and some bites.

Really great food. Ambiance and service was also great. I didn't drink but there was a pretty impressive cocktail menu, too.

I always enjoy coming to Per Diem but this is the first time I've decided to write a review and it's all because of Kim the manager. From the second we walked in the door - she did everything to accommodate us! There is nothing quite like a warm welcome that makes you feel like you really belong there at that moment. Thanks Kim possible! As far as food - everything is great but I love their Lamb Gnocchi and the mushroom pasta. Don't skip the Arancini as the app!

Walking into Per Diem you get a kind of "Manhattan" vibe. It's dimly lit in a way that makes it suitable for an intimate date night, a celebration among close friends, or an honest conversation with colleagues. While it isn't the kind of place that will necessarily surprise you with some novel use of an exotic ingredient or a new take on beloved classic, it is one of my favorite spots in the area because they deliver on what they offer: when you see a dish on the menu, you can be pretty sure it will be superbly executed.

My husband and I stopped by Per Diem recently for happy hour. It was our first time here, but definitely won't be our last. At the time of our visit, we were informed that a company had bought out the bar space and that they were expecting to be full with reservations within the next 90 minutes. The hostess was welcoming and encouraging that if we were just coming in for a drink or two, a quick bite, and didn't mind not sitting at the bar, we could definitely stay and relax for a little bit. We decided to do so and enjoyed their happy hour with some beers and their Lobster Fries. Prices for drinks during happy hour, especially in the area, were reasonable. The lobster fries were loaded with lobster pieces and all of the respective fixings notes in the menu. It wasn't quite what I was expecting in terms of the sauce it was baked in, but it wasn't bad and worked well overall with the taste. Service was friendly, prompt, and attentive. Per Diem is definitely cool, intimate spot to check out. We would definitely stop by again in the future if we end up on this side of town again.

Came here for lunch with a friend. We were looking for a place that had wine and good food. This place has both that and exceptional service! Shoutout to Naomi, she was super sweet, attentive and just kept refilling my wine glass haha The mussels and fries were so good. I loved that it was dairy free because most places use butter. Even without butter, the sauce was phenomenal to dip the bread and fries in. 10/10! left as a super happy and satisfied customer:)

Overall food was good. Unfortunately it was missing the burrata I ordered. Service was okay the waiter was kind of dismissive and never checked on us.

I had a great experience at Per Diem. The food & cocktails are absolutely delicious, & the service & ambiance top-notch. I'll be back!

We had a 30 minute lunch break, so we walked across the street and found this place. I explained to the waiter that we were on lunch break and got our food out very quickly. It was very fresh and delicious.

I was here a few weeks ago and felt like reviewing, me and my friends entered and were instantly greeted with a joyful and excited hostess who seated us immediately, atmosphere was really nice and laid back, great for small parties or lunch/ dinner dates. Food came out fast and hot, and we all enjoyed their beer recommendations on top of that, my only issue was that the tomatoe soup and meatball sauce were a little bland. But honestly would come back here again to chat up the staff once more!!!

Food is so good. Ordered wild mushroom pasta and the truffle flavour was on point. Indoor ambience is good but not very spacious. Service was also good