Lively restaurant in SF for 7 people this Saturday

February 4, 2015 9:09 AM

Looking for a fun restaurant for 7 people (in their 30s) in San Francisco this Saturday night. We're going out to Smuggler's Cove in the Fillmore area early (though we can hop a cab to just about anywhere after) and want to eat at around 7:30. Open to all cuisines as long as there are decent vegetarian options.

Not looking to break the bank, but nicer places are definitely on the table. A place with a lively atmosphere would be perfect. Thanks!

posted by KMouse to Food & Drink (5 answers total)

Smuggler's Cove is firmly in Hayes Valley, rather than the Fillmore.

Maybe the Boxing Room or Absinthe? They're a block from the Cove. Not sure if the vegetarian options will be enough. Absinthe has stellar cocktails, if you're looking to continue in that vein with dinner.
posted by mollymayhem at 9:17 AM on February 4, 2015 [1 favorite]

If you don't mind waiting for a table, Cha Cha Cha is lively, fun and tasty, good for groups of friends, and would pair well with Smuggler's Cove. It'd be a cab ride to either of the two locations, though.
posted by eschatfische at 9:43 AM on February 4, 2015 [2 favorites]

There's a Cha Cha Cha quite a bit closer in the Mission, too, but it's a different atmosphere (still lively, not as themed).
posted by rhizome at 1:06 PM on February 4, 2015

Consider going to Millennium, since they're kinda legendary upscale vegan and closing for good in April.
posted by late afternoon dreaming hotel at 4:34 PM on February 4, 2015 [1 favorite]

Came here to say Cha Cha Cha, and agree that the one in the Haight is a lot more fun.
posted by bbuda at 5:52 PM on February 4, 2015