Foreign Cinema

SF dining destination since 1999 with excellent food plus foreign and indie films screened on a large wall of the outdoor covered patio. Dinner and brunch.
**Closed 2-5pm Sat**

Diners return again and again to this long-beloved magical spot with consistently excellent food and vibe. By husband/wife duo with Bay Area pedigree from Zuni Cafe & Chez Panisse.

Both dinner and weekend brunch are not-to-miss, with ever-changing menus per the availability of organic, seasonal produce, meat and fish. The oyster bar has a good selection of local & West Coast oysters, plus shellfish and sustainable caviar.

Don’t miss house-cured local sardines or anchovies on the side. Also made in house: charcuterie, burratta, cultured butter, and more.

The atmosphere is industrial chic with a lively, warm vibe thanks to the outdoor firepit, indoor fireplace, and open kitchen. Art is prominently displayed. Inside features avant-garde post-World War II Polish movie posters, and outside boasts a stunning colorful mural by artist Jet Martinez.

Check website for the rotating schedule of films. Reserve online

What to Order: 

Don’t overlook the “premieres” & “picnic” items! Find dishes with fresh seasonal leafy vegetables, fruit and/or other veggies.

• House Pâté or rillettes and Mediterranean olives are a treat to share
• Champange French rolled omelet with greens
• Brunch bowl
• Dinner mains like heritage pork chop, za’atar roasted chicken, and spiced duck breast