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Pinecrest Diner

401 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102-1222
415-885-6407
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Ranked #442 of 3,888 restaurants in San Francisco
Cuisines: American, Diner, Hamburgers
Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours, Dessert
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Hartford, Connecticut
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36 reviews 36 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Basic diner fare, good food, good prices. Nice atmosphere, good people watching, good service. I would definately eat here again, and recommend it to others wanting a basic affordable meal in a big city.

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Reading, Berkshire
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21 reviews 21 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013 via mobile

Comfortable diner packed with old school style. Had corned beef hash and eggs breakfast. Good service. Great food. Sat in window people watching. Great relaxed way to start the day

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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19 reviews 19 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Staying at the Donatello the Pinecrest was nearby so decided to stop by for dinner one night. Staff were friendly, even dealing with a 'problem local' who was asking another diner for money. Burger was very good, cooked to perfection. Would go back again.

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Melbourne, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

I love to stay around Union Square when in SF and nothing starts the day better than a great breakfast at the Pinecrest. The food is delicious, the portions generous without being ridiculous and the matter-of-fact atmosphere suits me fine. Plus it's always warm in there which is great when getting an early start on a brisk morning. There's nothing... More

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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We ate breakfast at the Pinecrest all four mornings we stayed near Union Square. Coming from the eastern time zone we were ready for breakfast really early - long before the factory hotel opened its dining room. We arrived around 6 and didn't see any lineups that early. Really enjoyed the French toast option on the Pinecrest Special. The regular... More

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See 4 more reviews by kerryblue57 for San Francisco
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 via mobile

My parter and I went here for breakfast on the recommendation of our guide book. This place is packed! Had to wait in the door for 10 mins for a table but as a queue had formed behind us, thought we had better stick around as it was so popular. Food was great, no complaints, we both really enjoyed eating... More

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Rochester, MN
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28 restaurant reviews
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124 helpful votes 124 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

Tuna melt and eggs with sourdough toast was fantastic - cheap and good food!! Plus, free refills on soda :)

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See 5 more reviews by xiphoid76 for San Francisco
yorkshire
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

I loved this place. The food was lush, the service was okay. The food came out fast, I don't want to spend loads of time waiting when I want to get on with seeing the sights of the city. If you want amazing service then don't come here but if you want a nice diner then do. Good value for... More

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Herts
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14 reviews 14 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 via mobile

Love diners but so disappointed with this one. I had a tuna melt sandwich, could have done ten times better myself- processed cheese on white bread with chips, no garnish. Better service & food over the road

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Dun Laoghaire, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

If you like decent food, check it out. they have good breakfast, lunch and dinner choices (we tried all sorts of things). Fresh food, cooked right in front of you and very quickly. It is a busy place all day long. Pancakes were not amazing, everything else was good. Staff and service, while not extraordinary, were friendly enough. Bottom line... More

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