House of Prime Rib

$$$

4.7(6,829)

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Location & Hours

Address

1906 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
San Francisco, California 94109
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 5:00 PM

Monday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Thursday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Friday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(415) 885-4605

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About House of Prime Rib

Old-school, English-style restaurant serving acclaimed prime rib & martinis since the 1940s.

Price range: expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on August 31, 2025.

4.7/5

Based on 6,829 reviews

Recent Reviews

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H Dallas

3 weeks ago

Awesome. Just awesome. The prime rib was so good, and every side was incredible. The food ? 5/5 every time. Unfortunately, I cannot quite say the same for the service and atmosphere. Please be aware t...

Brian Chen

3 weeks ago

Short summary: The food was amazing but I don’t know if it is worth the wait and the effort required to get a reservation. Reservation & Service: I had to call a couple of times months ahead before I...

Jackson Gerard

a month ago

Absolutely phenomenal. The beef was delicious, the sides were all delicious, and funny enough the house salads was one of my favorite salads I’ve ever had! You’ll probably have to make a reservation a...

Anthony Michael

4 months ago

I celebrated my birthday at the House of Prime Rib in San Francisco this evening, and it was an unforgettable experience! The ambiance perfectly captures what you would imagine a traditional prime rib...

JonLuca DeCaro

3 months ago

House of Prime Rib has long been celebrated as a cornerstone of San Francisco’s dining scene, renowned for its classic prime rib and old-school charm. However, our recent experience suggests that the ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners generally find the experience enjoyable, particularly praising the food; however, long waits, reservation difficulties, and a crowded atmosphere can detract from the overall experience. The restaurant maintains a reputation for classic prime rib.

Customer Favorites

The prime rib (especially the King Henry VIII cut) is overwhelmingly favored, along with the house salad and complementary sides like creamed spinach, mashed potatoes, and Yorkshire pudding. Bread service also receives positive mention.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is described as traditional and warm, but often crowded, hot, and stuffy; service is generally friendly and attentive, though sometimes slow or rushed due to the restaurant's busyness, leading to delays in bread service or obtaining the check.

Value & Quality

The large portion sizes are generally considered worth the price, especially for the prime rib. Diners consistently praise the high quality, tenderness, and flavor of the meat and side dishes, though some find it difficult to finish the large meals.

Areas for Improvement

The restaurant could improve the wait times, streamline the reservation process, and address the crowded and hot atmosphere. Some diners suggest focusing less on efficiency and more on personalized service.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews indicate a shift toward operational efficiency potentially overshadowing personalized service, with some customers experiencing rushed or delayed service despite the restaurant's continued delivery of quality food.