◈ Homepage — https://www.ernestsf.com/Skip to main content Enable accessibility for low vision Open the accessibility menu MENURESERVATIONSABOUTGALLERYEVENTSCHEESECAKEPRESSCONTACTFAQSGIFT CARD RESERVATIONS Reservations are available for parties up to 6 via OpenTable. For large parties of 7 or more, please email us at [email protected]. RESERVATIONS HOURS Wednesday - Thursday 5:30 - 9:30pm Friday - Sunday 5 - 9:30pm Monday - Tuesday Closed 1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa SIGN UP FOR NEWS & EVENTS ◈ Interior Pages — 11 pages crawledErnest | Press Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco Press Featured San Francisco Chronicle By MacKenzie Chung Fegan How this restaurant quietly became one of S.F.’s hottest reservations San Francisco Chronicle By MacKenzie Chung Fegan San Francisco Chronicle By MacKenzie Chung Fegan Sunset Magazine By Kelsey Mulvey This Is the Reason We’re Seeing Caviar Everywhere These Days Sunset Magazine By Kelsey Mulvey Sunset Magazine By Kelsey Mulvey 7x7 By Camper English The Big Drink: 50 Most Iconic Cocktails in San Francisco 2023 7x7 By Camper English 7x7 By Camper English The Wall Street Journal By Lauren Joseph New York or Basque-Style Cheesecake? 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Follow us on Instagram to see what we’ve been up to lately.   Dinner + Drinks Wine Dessert     1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | Ernest Events Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco   Events + Parties Thank you for your interest in having your next event at Ernest. For private events and parties please fill out our event inquiry form shown below to get the conversation started. Our team will be in touch to provide details on our offerings.  We can’t wait to host you! Private Event Software powered by Tripleseat   View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize   1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | Frequently Asked Questions Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco   Frequently Asked Questions Where is Ernest located?  Ernest Restaurant is located in San Francisco’s Mission District. Our address is 1890 Bryant, however you’ll find our entrance located on the back side of this building at the corner of Florida & Mariposa. If you’re coming by car or cab, turn right onto Mariposa when you’ve arrived at this address and you’ll find the entrance at the next corner behind our gated patio.  Where should we park?  There are no close by parking lots but there is plenty of non-permitted street parking available within a block or two of the restaurant. Where is the closest SF Public Transportation? The closest BART station is the 16th Street Station. From there, you can take a ~12 minute walk or take the 22 Muni to the corner of 16th & Bryant for a shorter walk. The closest muni stops are on the 27 line on Bryant Street.  When do Ernest reservations open?  Reservations open 30 days in advance of any given date at midnight. All reservations for up to 6 guests are available through our reservations tab or on OpenTable.  Click here for reservations. Do you take reservations for large parties? You can make a reservation on OpenTable for parties up to 6 people in our dining room. Larger parties can be accommodated up to 14 guests and are hosted in our Private Dining Room - for reservations of a group this size or larger, please reach out to us at [email protected] . Do you do private events?  Yes! We’d love to help you host your next event at Ernest. To get the conversation started, please fill out our Event Inquiry Form and we will be in touch with details. I have a question about my reservation, who do I reach out to?  You can get a hold of our reservation team at [email protected] or call us during our phone hours of Noon-4pm Wednesdays through Sundays.  What is your reservation policy? What if I’m running late? As our space is limited, all tables are reserved for a specific amount of time. Parties of 2 are reserved for up to 2 hours, parties of 3-4 for 2.5 hours, and parties of 5 or more for 3 hours. Do you seat late parties and/or incomplete parties?  If you or other members of your party are running late, we ask that you send us a text message in response to the texted reservation confirmation to let us know. The table will continue to be reserved for you, however the reserved window will always be from the original time reserved. Similarly, we do seat incomplete parties however if your guests are running late, it should be noted that your table is reserved for a specific amount of time from the original reservation time, as noted above. If your guests can no longer join you, a partial cancellation fee may be incurred. What is your cancellation policy?  Notice of your cancellation or any change to your party size must be provided by 12:00PM 2 days prior to your reservation. Any changes or cancellations inside of this window will be charged $50 per person. All no-shows will be charged. We are unable to waive this fee for any reason. Do you take walk ins?  We do accept walk in’s based on a very limited availability. We highly encourage reservations. All dining room and bar seating is available to book on OpenTable.   Do you have outdoor seating?   We currently only offer indoor dining. Reservations are available for our dining room, bar, and lounge tables.  Do you accommodate children?  Of course! We do ask that you include children and babies in the total headcount for your reservation to ensure appropriate room at the table. We have highchairs for those who need them. We have limited space in our restaurant, so unfortunately we cannot accommodate strollers. Do you accommodate vegetarian, vegan or other dietary restriction/allergy options on the “Let the Kitchen Cook for You” menu?  Our “Let the Kitchen Cook for You” menu fluctuates as our menu changes and always includes both seafood and meat. Vegetarian or special allergy requests must be made via email at least 48 hours in advance to ensure we’re able to accommodate your party. As the menu is served family style, the accommodations/adjustments will be made for the entire table. Please note, without an email reply from our team, we can not guarantee that a special tasting menu will be available. If you have not heard from us 48 hours prior to your reservation, please contact us during our phone hours (12pm-4pm Wednesdays through Sundays). We are unable to offer the “Let the Kitchen Cook for You” for vegan or guests that cannot have soy sauce. Do you accommodate specific allergies or dietary restrictions?  Any allergies or dietary restrictions should be noted to our team at least 48 hours prior to your reservation for confirmation that the allergy is able to be accommodated. Please email our team at [email protected] with allergy or dietary restriction details. Please note the reservation name and date in the subject line. Do you accommodate Gluten Free dining? Soy sauce is included in the make up of many of our recipes. If you have a gluten sensitivity, but can handle soy sauce, much of our menu will still be accessible to you. If your gluten intolerance is more severe and you cannot have soy sauce, the menu options are going to be extremely limited.  Any gluten intolerance should be communicated to our team via email or phone at least 48 hours prior to your reservation for better understanding of what menu items will be suitable for your diet. What are your corkage fees? Can I bring in my own wine? Yes! We allow corkage at $40 per bottle (750ml or equivalent) for up to 2 bottles not listed on our wine list per reservation. Every bottle after that is $80 per bottle (750ml or equivalent per reservation). We do not allow corkage for contracted events. Can I bring my own birthday cake or dessert for my party?  Yes! You can certainly bring in your own cake/dessert however there is a $9 per person cake/dessert fee. Can I bring my dog in with me?  We love dogs, in fact many of us are dog owners. However, non-service dogs are not allowed in the restaurant. If you will be dining with a service dog, we appreciate knowing in advance.      1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | Contact Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco Contact Ernest is located in San Francisco’s Mission District. 1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100 San Francisco, CA 94110 Our gated entrance is located on the corner of Florida & Mariposa. HOURS Wednesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30pm Friday Through Sunday from 5:00 - 9:30pm RESERVATIONS & EVENTS Reservations for parties up to 6 can be booked online via OpenTable . For reservations larger than 6 guests or private event inquiries, please email [email protected] . If you have a question regarding reservation, please respond to the confirmation text for the quickest response, or email us at [email protected]. Phone hours are Wednesday through Sunday from Noon - 4pm. We are unable to answer our phones during restaurant operation hours. For employment, press inquiries or other questions not answered in the FAQ, please contact [email protected]   1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | San Francisco Restaurant, Chef Brandon Rice Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco Scroll   RESERVATIONS Reservations are available for parties up to 6 via OpenTable. For large parties of 7 or more, please email us at [email protected]. Reservations HOURS Wednesday - Thursday 5:30 - 9:30pm Friday - Sunday 5 - 9:30pm Monday - Tuesday Closed Intro Image New Page 1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | Gallery Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco Featured   1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | Ernest Cheesecakes To Go Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco Cheesecake Orders An Ernest classic, our Medium Rare Basque Cheesecake, is now available for pickup for your next party or celebration. Ernest Medium Rare Basque Cheesecake, $75 (Serves 8-10) ORDER NOW We currently only offer local pick up at Ernest Restaurant. View fullsize View fullsize The Ernest cheesecake is a medium-rare Basque-style cheesecake. Luxuriously creamy and offering a hint of sweet orange blossom, our Ernest Cheesecake is always a hit. Tips for Enjoying at Home:  Your cheesecake will be wrapped in the parchment paper it was baked in, cooked to “Medium Rare.” We recommend you leave it in the fridge until you are ready to slice.  To remove the cheesecake from the box, break down the sides of the box and gently slide the cake onto a cutting board.  Once removed from the box, gently tear away enough parchment to slice as much as you would like to enjoy. Run a sharp knife under hot running water. Make your first incision into the cake to cut a wedge.  After each slice, wipe off the blade with a paper towel and run under hot water before making your next slice for perfectly clean slices. Pick up your slice with the face of the knife or a serving utensil. Place on plate and serve immediately.     1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | San Francisco Restaurant, Chef Brandon Rice Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco Scroll   RESERVATIONS Reservations are available for parties up to 6 via OpenTable. For large parties of 7 or more, please email us at [email protected]. Reservations HOURS Wednesday - Thursday 5:30 - 9:30pm Friday - Sunday 5 - 9:30pm Monday - Tuesday Closed Intro Image New Page 1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | About Ernest Restaurant in San Francisco Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco Scroll   MEET THE CHEF · WORK · PARTNERS   Ernest restaurant is located San Francisco’s Mission District. Experience a market-driven menu with intense global flavors that reflects the way that Chef Brandon Rice loves to eat — fun and approachable, yet refined with elegant layers of familiar flavors done in a new way. Grab a beer and a snack at the bar or taste your way through our menu in a relaxed, fun environment. Meet the Chef: Brandon Rice       Brandon Rice toes the line between local and global. With the former, locality is at the crux of his sourcing, maximizing the best of what’s in season at nearby farmers’ market to fill out his menu. But although the products are local, the flavors have a worldly influence, stretching every continent. For this, Brandon draws inspiration from his international travels with his family while growing up. For him, it’s all about pairing familiar flavors with new ingredients, an ethos at the core of Rice’s cooking, which allows him to continually grow and try new cuisines and flavor profiles. “It keeps my cooks engaged with ingredients they may have never cooked with or paired together before.”  Growing up on the East Coast, the Virginia native used to help his mom cook at home, developing an early fondness for food and knowing from a young age that he loved cooking. In high school, he worked at a local restaurant in Roanoke. It was at this time, when Brandon would go right from school to doing prep work at the restaurant in the afternoon, that he realized he could make a career out of cooking. After earning an associate degree in culinary arts at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, Rice went on to stage in esteemed kitchens throughout Europe, including Quique Dacosta in Spain and Noma in Copenhagen. He clocked time at Boston’s famed Clio before moving to the Bay Area to work at Coi - his first introduction to Northern Californian cuisine. While working there and experiencing Daniel Patterson’s focus on local, fresh produce, he knew he wanted the Bay Area to be home. From there Rice spent 5 ½ years as Chef De Cuisine at Rich Table in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley. It was here that Rice really found his voice and style of cooking. Rice now lives in Oakland. When he’s not working, Brandon enjoys trap shooting and watching the New England Patriots win.     Work At Ernest Restaurant, we believe that a successful restaurant begins with a strong foundation. Delicious food, tasty beverages, and warm hospitality are only possible with great people! Drop us a line if you are interested in joining a team that... Supports local, organic, and sustainable products throughout the restaurant from butchery to produce and our beverage program. Has a passion for hospitality and building guest relationships. Curiosity promotes a culture that is constantly growing. Is a team player. Every piece of the puzzle is important to the big picture. Has an outgoing, positive outlook on life. Is looking for a job they can get excited about every day. Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]   Partners Fyrn Furniture B&L Furniture Matt Hallyburton Plateware Design and Production Cookline General Contractor Charles Hemminger Architect Ben Rice Artist Byron Conn Woodwork Might & Main Branding & Website Design AOCSF Accounting Sterling Art Services Framing Cayson Designs Aprons Wendell Jones Metalwork Alanna Hale Photography Seaport Stainless Kitchen Stainless Steel Fabrication MadeIn Cookware Heath Ceramics Tiles Baselight Lighting Fixtures Ernest Intro About Ernest Brandon Rice Partners 1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events         Ernest | San Francisco Restaurant, Chef Brandon Rice Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD Cart 0 Menu Reservations About Gallery Events Cheesecake Press Contact FAQs GIFT CARD San Francisco Scroll   RESERVATIONS Reservations are available for parties up to 6 via OpenTable. For large parties of 7 or more, please email us at [email protected]. Reservations HOURS Wednesday - Thursday 5:30 - 9:30pm Friday - Sunday 5 - 9:30pm Monday - Tuesday Closed Intro Image New Page 1890 Bryant Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110 Enter at the corner of Florida & Mariposa Sign Up for News & Events