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Villon
Master Critic Review
Villon
8.3
Proper Hotel’s signature restaurant serves seasonal California cuisine with polished service and a design-forward dining room. Expect creative plates and serious cocktails steps from the Mid-Market theater and arts district.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black Pepper Lumache, Halibut, Pork Katsu
Scores:
Value: 7.1
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 9.3
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Design-forward dining with seasonal California plates and cocktails.
Who should go: Stylish date nights and pre-show dinners
When to visit: Prime time before evening shows or late lunch
What to order: Black pepper lumache, halibut, pork katsu
Insider tip: Enter via 45 McAllister through the Proper Hotel lobby.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet service is available at the Proper Hotel entrance; limited metered street parking nearby, fills quickly after 6pm.
Dress code: Upscale smart casual—cocktail attire and stylish outfits fit best, though jackets are not required.
Noise level: Moderate—buzz from the bar and dining room, but still manageable for date-night conversation.
Weekend wait: Expect 45–60 minutes without a reservation; walk-ins are uncommon at peak hours.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, but reservations recommended if tied to theater schedules.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—several composed seasonal plates and starters are vegetarian-friendly.
Vegan options: Limited—typically 1–2 dishes can be modified; staff are accommodating on request.
Gluten-free options: Yes—kitchen can adjust several entrées; servers note gluten-free modifications clearly.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes—its polished design, attentive service, and shareable seasonal plates make it an impressive but approachable choice for a first date.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Unlikely at dinner, especially pre-theater hours. Your best bet is late lunch or calling ahead for bar seating.
Is it kid-friendly? Not particularly—best suited for adults. No kids’ menu and atmosphere leans upscale and cocktail-focused.
Best For
Better for: Cocktail program, design-forward dining room, and elevated seasonal California plates in the Mid-Market arts corridor.
Skip if: You want casual, family-friendly dining or budget-conscious meals; the focus here is luxury experience and presentation.