Old-school steakhouse vibes, bold flavors, and great drinks in San Francisco.
Located at 3166 Buchanan St in San Francisco, The Brazen Head is a cozy, old-school steakhouse and bar. Reviews highlight tender braised short rib, lobster ravioli, a standout garlic bulb app, and perfectly made martinis. Guests praise attentive service (Dan the bartender) and a memorable bread pudding. The intimate setting suits dates or casual nights at a lively, welcoming spot.
3166 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA
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Tender, flavorful prime rib served with baked potato and broccoli, a house specialty.
Delicate ravioli in a light sauce, featuring lobster for a rich seafood experience.
A classic appetizer with deep, savory flavors, perfect for starting your meal.
Expertly mixed drinks, including perfect martinis, to complement your dining.
Warm, apple-and-raisin-packed pudding served with ice cream, a crowd favorite.
Casual seating at the bar with full menu access and friendly bartender service.
Overall rating
Mark
I didn’t want to leave a review because I don’t want other people to know about this place. It might be my favorite restaurant in the city. Amazing food, great drinks, awesome service. Martinis are perfect. Prime rib is excellent. The garlic bulb app is a must have. Great atmosphere and vibe!
PAOLA ALCARAZ
If you’re looking for a place where the food tastes as good as your drink looks, this is it. Cheers to memorable nights and tasty surprises! 🍸✨ Ideal for a date or meeting people with nice energy ❤️ also Dan the bartender was amazing service ❤️ the best onion 🧅 soup 🥣 in SF ❤️
Olena P
Came here by a recommendation, menu all looked really good. I decided on the prime rib dinner, it was very delicious,baked potato and a side of broccoli. Very delicious, ate at the bar and service was great. Would definitely come back again when I'm in the area. Gets very busy for dinner and I can see why.
Chris Seibel
Very nice Brazen Head! Top to bottom, well done. Braised short rib was tender. But the lobster ravioli stole the show. Service was amazing too. A must try!
Lauren Talley
Old-school, cozy steakhouse vibes—very small inside, but there’s a bar and some outdoor seating too. They don’t take reservations, so be ready for a bit of a wait. Prices are super reasonable! We spent $168 for two people, which included a bottle of wine, two apps, two entrées, and dessert. The standout was the petite filet—cooked perfectly medium rare with great flavor. On the flip side, the meatballs were a bit dry, and the French onion soup lacked depth. The lobster ravioli came in a light sauce, but unfortunately, the lobster tasted overly fishy. Now the bread pudding? Absolutely amazing. Warm, served with ice cream, and packed with apples and raisins—it totally stole the show. Overall, I’d 100% go back for the steak and that bread pudding—but probably skip the rest.
