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Bistro 888 (InterContinental San Francisco)
$$$ · Brunch

888 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 616-6566
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Bistro 888 (InterContinental San Francisco) 7.8
SOMA
Vibes: Business Lunch Power Players Group Dining Gatherings Comfort Food Classics
Hotel dining room serving a straightforward Californian-American lunch—salads, burgers, and grilled plates—ideal for conference-adjacent meetings. Quiet tables and predictable pacing suit agenda-driven discussions.
Must-Try Dishes: Grilled Salmon Plate, Classic Burger, Chopped Salad
Scores:
Value: 7.3 Service: 8.2 Consistency: 8.4 Food Quality: 7.7 Atmosphere: 8 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Conference-friendly lunch with quiet seating steps from Moscone.
Who should go: Meeting-heavy conference teams
When to visit: 11:30am start to avoid mid-day rush
What to order: Burger; chopped salad; grilled salmon
Insider tip: Reserve the private room for slide-deck meetings.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet available at the InterContinental ($15–$20 range); limited metered street parking nearby, garages at Moscone within 5 minutes.
Dress code: Business casual; conference attire common, jackets optional.
Noise level: Low to moderate — conversations are easy to manage, especially at corner tables.
Weekend wait: Not applicable — venue primarily serves breakfast and lunch with limited dinner traffic.
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait, though reservations recommended during large conventions.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — salads, pasta, and grilled veggie options are offered.
Vegan options: Limited — typically 1–2 customizable dishes, confirm with server.
Gluten-free options: Yes — gluten-free bread and proteins available on request.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal — it’s more of a professional, conference-adjacent dining room than a romantic spot.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Usually yes outside of big Moscone events, but reservations are strongly advised during conferences.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — high chairs are available and the menu includes simple items, though the setting is geared more toward adults and business meetings.
Best For
Better for: Convenient, quiet business lunches near Moscone where predictable pacing matters more than culinary adventure.
Skip if: You want a lively, memorable meal or chef-driven experience; try nearby brasseries or independent spots instead.

Hours

Monday11am - 2pm, 3pm - 10pm
Tuesday11am - 2pm, 3pm - 10pm
Wednesday11am - 2pm, 3pm - 10pm
Thursday11am - 2pm, 3pm - 10pm
Friday11am - 2pm, 3pm - 12am
Saturday3pm - 12am
Sunday3pm - 10pm