Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Fruit, yogurt
Smoked salmon, salmon caviar, dill
Sage croutons, sea salt
Brown sugar, steamed milk, dried apricot
Made with pork and duck, cherry mustard, pickled vegetables, toasted focaccia bread
Garlic croutons, parmesan, caesar dressing
Roasted beets, port-poached pears, gorgonzola mousse, walnut-balsamic vinaigrette
Shaved radish, cucumber, red-wine vinaigrette
Vanilla-bean creme fraiche
Sparkling rose, mignonette, lemon
Yucca chips
Bloody mary sauce
Creme fraiche, warm blinis
Brunch potatoes, toast, house-made spicy fennel sausage, ham, or bacon
Myers's rum butter, caramelized apples, vanilla-whipped mascarpone, vermont maple syrup
Asparagus, capers, scallions, lemon crème fraiche, brunch potatoes, toast
Fried eggs, queso fresco, chipotle-tomato sauce, guacamole, shaved radish, butter lettuce
Bellwether farms ricotta, sauteed bananas, almond-maple syrup
Wild mushrooms, chive-potato cake, poached eggs, bearnaise sauce
Black forest ham, gruyere, dijon mustard, toasted levain, bechamel, mixed greens
Gruyere, spinach, pickled red onion, jalapeño-sun-dried tomato jam, pan de mie
Brioche, gribiche sauce, butter lettuce, pancetta, pickled red onion, malt-vinegar chips
Mixed green salad, arugula salsa verde
Storm hill angus beef, aioli, red onion, lettuce, house-made pickles, French fries
Over easy eggs, mushroom gravy, sour cream-leek whipped potatoes, brioche
Smoky ketchup, sweet-onion aioli
Zoe's bacon, spicy fennel sausage, or ham
Onion jam, rosemary
House-made preserves
Kumquat jam goat milk, ash ribbon, creamy, tangy. Cypress Grove Chevre, Arcata, California
Fennel jam, orange oil goat milk, aged, semi-soft, herb-encrusted. Jean d'Alos, Loire Valley, France
Marcona almonds, fuji apples cow milk, soft, luscious, earthy, forest-mushroom scent. Blythedale Farm, Corinth, Vermont
Honeycomb raw cow milk, blue-veined, semi-firm, smooth texture. Jean d'Alos, Auvergne, France
Apple-golden raisin chutney raw cow milk, firm, hints of toasted nuts and tropical fruit. Fiscalini Farms, Modesto, California
Grape compote cow milk, soft, bloomy rind, rich, buttery. Robert Rouzaire, Ile-de-France, France
Fresh orange juice, monin grenadine, and champagne
Bourbon, curaçao, peychauds, and angostura bitters, topped with champagne and an orange twist
White peach puree and champagne
Gran classico, punt e mes, and cava. served over ice in a pilsner glass with a slice of orange.
Pernod absinthe and champagne
Vodka, house-made bloody mary mix, and a splash of lemon juice
Chilled akvavit, house-made bloody mary mix, and a splash of lemon juice
Gin, house-made bloody mary mix, and a splash of lemon juice
Gin, fresh mint, ginger syrup, and lime juice topped with ginger ale. Served on the rocks in a tall glass with a squeeze of lime.
Damrak Gin muddled with cucumber, a healthy splash of Pimm's No.1, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shaken and served up with a cucumber slice and a house-pickled onion.
Gin, apricot liqueur, dry vermouth, and a touch of lemon juice. Shaken and served up in a cocktail glass with a lemon twist.
Ransom old tom gin, carpano 'antica formula' sweet vermouth, a splash of maraschino liqueur, and a dash of orange bitters. Stirred and served up with a twist.
Gin, lemon juice, maraschino liqueur, and orange bitters. Shaken and served in a cocktail glass with a brandied cherry.
Hendrick's gin, lemon-lime juice, simple syrup, and a dash each of green and yellow chartreuse. Shaken and served up with a lime twist.
Russell's Reserve 6 yr. rye, carpano antica formula' sweet vermouth, and a dash each of orange bitters and Angostura bitters. Served up with brandied cherries and an orange twist.
Rye whiskey, a dash of Peychaud's bitters, and a touch of sugar. Stirred and served in a coupe glass rinsed with Pernod Absinthe with a lemon twist.
Rye whiskey, cynar aperitif, amontillado sherry. Stirred and served up with an orange peel.
Rum, lime juice, apricot brandy, pineapple gum, and orange bitters. Shaken and served up with a lime wheel.
Goslings dark rum, lime juice, simple syrup, a splash of orange juice, and a dash of orange bitters.
Hangar one buddha's-hand vodka, ginger syrup, lemon juice, ginger ale, and a splash of cranberry juice.
Vodka, pear brandy, lemon juice, sugar, and a splash of orange juice. Shaken and served up in a cocktail glass with a sugared rim.
Hangar one buddha's-hand vodka, campari, grapefruit juice, and lemon wedges. Served long over ice with a lemon twist.
Brandy, maraschino liqueur, curaçao, lemon juice, and angostura bitters.Shaken and served up in a sugar rimmed wine glass with a long lemon twist.
Pisco, kaffir-lime leaf and pepper syrup, lemon-lime juice, and a splash of grapefruit juice. Shaken and served up with sunken brandied cherries.
Pisco, apricot liqueur, lime juice, and a float of black rum. Shaken and served up with a sunken cherry.
Freshly squeezed lemon juice, ginger syrup, and cranberry juice, topped with ginger ale
Freshly squeezed lemon juice, served with simple syrup and water
Braised Beef Bourguignon
Arugula Salad and Oysters
French 75
Dining Room
Braised Beef Bourguignon
Pan Roasted Duck Breast
Street view
Fish and Steak Frites
Oysters
Pepita Crusted Ora King Salmon
3 Kumomoto and 3 Beausoleil Oysters
Wild Mushroom Tagliatelle
Arugula Salad
Burger
Inside
Bar
Absinthe Roasted Chicken
Bread + butter
food
Oysters - 2 pcs. Beausoleil; 2 pcs. Pt. Reyes Miyagi.
Pastry sampler
Carmen R.
Feb 2, 2025
It's taken me too long to finally try this SF staple.Came out here for a girls night and it was top notch from start to finish. The cocktails were exceptional and surprisingly their bar bites were the main highlight for our group - I especially liked the chips and anchovies option.Our mains were traditional French inspired and I had the duck with mashed potatoes (subbed from the usual lentils side it usually comes with). Service was great as well and the atmosphere was romantic vintage vibes. Highly recommend Absinthe bar for a date night or pre-theater meal. It's awesome!
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Bill M.
Feb 14, 2025
Outstanding service, nice classic ambience. Food-wise, somewhat disappointing except for the delicious dessert. Went with my wife for a Valentine lunch and ordered the French onion soup and the petit croque monsieur. Both about as basic as pumpkin spice but disappointing in different ways. The onion soup was sweet, overloaded with cheese and was missing the umami-ness that one associates with the dish. I even asked if the soup was vegetarian (no). The croque monsieur was decent but more grilled cheese and ham, due I think to the lack of a good bechamel. The guava eclair was absolutely delicious.
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Carmen O.
Feb 1, 2025
The food was excellent. Had the combination duck with lentils. First time having this combo and it was delicious. The 2nd plate was beef dish and the beef was very flavorful. We had few small dishes, cheese plates was good. The only one that was disappointing to me was the sushi plate. There was no flavor. The service was excellent- 5 stars. They were attentive but not overly. They filled up our wine classes and the food came in at the right paste. Very polite waiters. The restaurant is cozy. Is a great date night ... hint hint. Very much enjoyed my evening. Will definitely come back. Note there is no fixed menu. So if you hesitate because of budget , I will just order the entree and a good bottle of wine, side bread. The entree is well worth it. Ohh yes Dessert.. so yummy !
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Nick N.
Jan 30, 2025
Absinthe is a great place to go before you head to the opera, ballet, or symphony. The staff is nice, friendly, and courteous. The decor gives a french bistro vibe. The food is fresh and delicious, as well as their cocktails. Must try the oysters Rockefeller.
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Risa H.
Jan 7, 2025
Great spot for drinks and bites in the Hayes Valley area, especially if you are a fan of absinthe. The atmosphere is candle-lit and cozy and we got a spot right at the front window by the bar. We tried some different absinthes and beers and had the BASQUE "FISH & CHIPS" ($10 - Marinated White Anchovies, House-Made Chips, Garlic Aioli, Pimenton de la Vera), which were literally just anchovies on chips. The BIRDS OF A FEATHER ($10 - Duck Confit, Chicken Liver Mousse, Pickled Hen of the Woods Mushrooms, Crostini) was an interesting but tasty salad. Overall, great vibe, food and drinks!
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Alicia B.
Nov 4, 2024
I recently dined at Absinthe in Hayes Valley, and I must say, it was a delightful experience from start to finish! The atmosphere is charming and cozy, making it the perfect spot for a special occasion or a casual night out.What truly stood out was the attentive service. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and made excellent recommendations. They checked in on us just the right amount, ensuring we had everything we needed without being intrusive.The food was exceptional! I highly recommend trying their signature dishes the duck breast, steak and the burger , which are beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The French onion soup was so yummy but I could have shared it Overall, Absinthe is a gem in San Francisco. With its fantastic service and delicious cuisine.
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Katie K.
Feb 18, 2025
Growing up in Calgary I feel like I really took it for granted how often I saw French onion soup on menus. Living in the US, I realized it's a special item that you can only really find it at French restaurants (and the frozen food aisle of Trader Joes lmao). Needless to say, I was eyeing the FOS as soon as we picked this spot for brunch. Overall chic French bistro vibes. Sorta upscale feeling but still fairly lively.The French onion soup was true to the original. It was perfectly cheesy and I was struggling to cut the cheese pull with every spoonful. Underneath was a rich broth with lots of onions. It was the perfect consistency and flavour (not too salty, and not too watery).The salade lyonnaise was quite light, with a strong aroma of olive oil. The ratio of mushroom + shredded duck + pancetta toppings to the salad was pretty good. Each bite was exciting with the combination of all the toppings coming together.
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Alex K.
Sep 27, 2024
Have always wanted to come here and so glad I got to. Super cute space, we got to sit in the front window in the bar area but there is more formal dining towards the back and in another room. Had the French onion soup and it was very good but very expensive at $18. The biggest issue was slow service. They were not super busy, our server just seemed to forget about us. I would give them another try for a more formal dinner service in their dining room. I would like to try more menu items.
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Cynthia W.
Jan 8, 2025
Great spot for pre-show dinner and drinks. The Szeracs were great as was the food. They accept reservations, which is helpful, and got us to the show on time. I'm sure we will be back.
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Steven H.
Nov 3, 2024
Came back again and still love it! Got some absinthe which was well priced I'd say. Oysters were $5 a pop which makes me wanna gag but I will say they were fresh and delicious.
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