Moose`s is one of those rare restaurants that attracts all types of San Franciscans -- food lovers, socialites, hipsters, North Beach regulars and tourists. The lively, fun atmosphere is enhanced by the creative and exceptionally good food. Chef Fabrice Canelle offers a menu as varied as his audience: everything from wonderfully thin and delicious pizzas (with, for example, chanterelles, baby leeks and raclette cheese) to grilled veal chops with wild rice and pecans. The Moose Burger (no, it`s top-grade sirloin) is known as one of the best in the city.
This upscale restaurant offers guests contemporary Mediterranean and Californian. Expect the average entrée to cost over $20, and there`s a prix-fixe menu at $24/$48 per person. Plan to dress business casual.
Atmosphere: Moose`s has been around since 1992. You`ll be able to take in the park view from many seats here. is enhanced by murals. The restaurant is spacious with high ceilings. It is comfortable and lively and frequented by a prestigious, well-off and well-known crowd. Table talk is no problem here - noise level is unobtrusive. Also, you`ll notice that there is a visible kitchen.
More Reasons to Go: Enjoy live music as a part of your experience at this restaurant every night. Moose`s is appropriate (if not ideal) for entertaining clients, birthdays, anniversaries, other romantic evenings, groups and private parties; also, the restaurant is often frequented prior the theatre and has an appropriate pretheatre menu for such occasions.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner. There`s a Sunday brunch. There is also a prix-fixe menu available.A full selection of alcoholic beverages are served, and you`ll find that there is an excellent wine list. In addition, the restaurant has a seated bar inside.
Details to Note: Reservations are suggested. Entrances and walkways are wheelchair friendly. Parking has been arranged for customers.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Diners Club
Tips on Finding: Located in the east side of Washington Park in North Beach.
Hours of Operation: LUNCH: Thursday through Saturday 11:30-2:30, DINNER: Monday through Thursday 5:30-10:00; Friday and Saturday 5:30-11:00, Sunday brunch 10:00-2:30pm. Cafe Menu available between meals and one hour after dinner.
