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Bobo's (Boboquivari's)

1450 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 441-8880
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Ranked #599 of 3,890 restaurants in San Francisco
Price range: $31 - $80
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Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Fine Dining
Cross street: Van Ness Avenue
Transit: MUNI: 47, 49, 30
Description: Bobo's is a stylish destination for the most exquisite steak and crab in the City. With antiqued red walls, colored glass light fixtures and striped tablecloths, the restaurant is like a plush Venetian jewel box. Executive Chef Andrea Froncillo has created a delectable menu that showcases his signature Italian-Asian fusion. The steak is USDA certified prime beef, dry-aged four to six weeks - longer than anywhere else on the West Coast! The crab is Dungeness, harvested from the Pacific Ocean and roasted in a savory garlic-butter sauce that is positively addicting.
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San Francisco, California
Top Contributor
73 reviews 73 reviews
44 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

One of those nights that called for a nice dinner in San Francisco. Boboquivari's is on Lombard Street in the Marina District. I started with the Lobster Soup, then had the Surf & Turf (half crab & petit filet mignon). The crab had a garlic sauce that was heavenly (a bit messy to eat), the steak was so-so. Old world... More

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San Francisco, California
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

Located on the famous Lombard Street, only 8 blocks from the "crooked street area", this eatery is small, romantic, situated above the street. Although expensive, the value is there. Great wine list, great wait staff and the finest steak in San Francisco. The vegetables are served fresh with a crunch that proves fine preparation. Try the brussel sprouts and you... More

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Andreafroncillo, Owner at Bobo's (Boboquivari's), responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Bill, Thank you for taking the time to share your recent Bobo’s experience with TripAdvisor®. We take great pride in our food and our service, and our entire staff works hard to make sure that dining at Bobo’s is an ‘occasion’ not just another meal! Again, many thanks for your comments and we look forward seeing you during your next... More

San Diego
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56 reviews 56 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

While staying in SF recently on a business trip my business partner and I were in the mood for a really good steak but didn't want to go that far from the hotel. I asked a staff person at the hotel where locals would go for a good steak, and I didn't want a chain restaurant. He told me Bobo's.... More

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Andreafroncillo, Owner at Bobo's (Boboquivari's), responded to this review
May 21, 2013

MauiMKO, We’re delighted that you selected Bobo’s during your recent business trip. Our entire staff works hard to ensure your dining experience is memorable and we are always gratified to hear that our guests have enjoyed the time spent with us! On your next visit, make sure to save room for some of our fabulous crab. You can have the... More

London, United Kingdom
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26 reviews 26 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

Bobo's bone-in filet is without question the number one food item I have put in my mouth, this lifetime. I've had this experience before, and it was coincidentally a short 45-minute drive from Bobo's. The Los Gatos Brewing Company burger had reigned supreme on my taste buds' collective memory since 2005, when I had my first of 9 burgers there... More

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Seattle
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21 reviews 21 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

This restaraunt focuses on Steak and Crab, so if you aren't interested in one of those, I'd suggest another location. I ordered the Petite Filet and it was cooked perfectly. We had the twice baked potato, cauliflower and mushrooms for a side and they were all really great.

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St. Louis
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68 reviews 68 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

Interesting place to bring a date or a bunch of friends that want to spend some money. Eclectic decor with wall hangings and harlequins. Bread very tasty, mussels on a skillet were plump and delicious. The steaks were average, despite being the "famous food" of the restaurant. One steak arrived cold. Flavor was lacking. Service was excellent, but the disappointing... More

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San Francisco, California
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33 reviews 33 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013

It was my first experience with this steakhouse. The exterior wasn't too impressive but the interior will just basically blow your mind. It was like getting lost in a mirrored room full of circus painting and decors. The wall is crimson red with low orange down-light just enough to create an amazing atmosphere, and get you ready for the excellent... More

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Weymouth, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2013

It was our first experience of crab, which we thought was mediocre, but not necessarily the fault of the restaurant. But by the time you add on sides, this ends up a very expensive choice. Our main gripe was the service, or lack of it. It was quite evident that unless you were locals, you were treated as second class... More

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Newfoundland, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

We had the honor to dine at this great restaurant. It was the best steak both of us ever had in our life time, not to mention the superb service.

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Minnetonka
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18 reviews 18 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2013

Pretty over priced the food was fine the service was good. The steak was OK but pretty expensive. Other had Crab which was good

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