Absinthe Brasserie & Bar

You go girl!

Soup Spotlight:

CHILLED EARLY GIRL TOMATO SOUP
Avocado Mousse, Toybox Tomatoes, Radish, Basil Oil

Our by the glass program is welcoming some new additions. We’re excited and you should be too.

Left to Right:

2021 Rosanna Sandri Nebbiolo Langhe Piedmont Italy

2022 Thevenet & Fils Bourgogne Rouge Le Clos France

2022 Chateau de Breuil Anjou Blanc Loire France

2022 Domaine Sautereau Sancerre Loire France

Fig Announcement!

Brûléed Fig Tarte Tatin w/ Rosemary Grapes & Mascarpone Cream

Classic desserts are classic for a reason….

Dessert Alert:
Peach Melba w/Poached Peaches, Raspberry Caramel & Vanilla Ice Cream

Our beautiful parklets are waiting for you. Come be a part of the vibrant Hayes Valley dining scene.

A tomato a day….it’s heirloom season, so I wouldn’t limit myself to one if I was you. 🍅😉

Menu Spotlight:
HEIRLOOM TOMATO & WATERMELON SALAD
Sheep’s Milk Feta, Avocado Mousse, Cucumber, Radish, Tarragon, Cress, Green Grape Vinaigrette

Raise your glasses and join us in toasting to Tequila Day with three exceptional tequilas!

Tequila Ocho Anejo
It is unique in that it emphasizes the concept of terroir, much like fine wines. Each release of Tequila Ocho is produced from a single estate, highlighting the distinct characteristics of the agave from that specific location and harvest year.

Tequila Tapatio Reposado
Aged for just the right amount of time, Tequila Tapatio Reposado balances smoothness and spice. Enjoy notes of vanilla and caramel with a touch of pepper, making it perfect for sipping or mixing into your favorite cocktails.

LALO Tequila
Founded by Eduardo “Lalo” González, Tequila Lalo celebrates purity and authenticity. Made with hand-selected agaves and distilled only twice, it delivers a clean and crisp taste with hints of citrus and herbal notes.

Tag your tequila-loving friends and join us today for a taste!

Celebrate Caviar Day with the finest!

Indulge in some Tsar Nicoulai Caviar Estate or Reserve, perfectly paired with a bottle of J. Lassalle Champagne.

Guess who’s back…Is there a better Rosè in the world? We’re still looking. Come try the latest vintage of Domaine Tempier’s Bandol Rosé in our coravin program. Santé!

Come by tomorrow and keep the festivities going 🥂

Chef Ian loves summer produce and the Scallop & Octopus dish is the perfect vehicle to showcase the bounty 🌽

New Dish Spotlight

PAN SEARED SCALLOPS & GRILLED OCTOPUS
Chanterelle Mushrooms, Snap Peas, Duck Fat Potatoes, Pimenton, Sweet Corn Sauce

Viva La French Toast! Brunch today….come get some!

Brunch Spotlight:

Apricot-stuffed French Toast
Bellwether ricotta, butter-roasted apricots, maple syrup, thyme, lavender-Chantilly cream

We would like to thank the for featuring us in their Best French Restaurants in the Bay Area article. Our staff is a family that works seamlessly to provide our guests with a first class dining experience. Chef Ian has elevated the culinary program to places that it’s never been before. We appreciate all the love and support from our longtime patrons and look forward to initiating some new clientele into the family. Cheers 🥂

https://www.sfchronicle.com/projects/best-french-restaurants-sf-bay-area/

We all know that summer in San Francisco is perfect soup weather. Come check out our latest installment. 🍜

New Soup Spotlight:
YELLOW SQUASH & FENNEL SOUP
Oregon Bay Shrimp, Toasted Almonds, Basil Oil

You just reserved our private dining room for your special day and are in need of a cake. Let our talented pastry department take care of it. 🎂

We’re excited to introduce our new and improved parklets for anyone looking for an alfresco dining experience. Come join us!

If you’re looking for a place to host your special event, look no further. All you have to do is reserve the day and our team will do the rest. Come celebrate with us!

Unsolicited Dish Pic…

New Dish Spotlight:

BROILED ALASKAN HALIBUT
Crispy Artichokes, Grilled Wild Ramps, Butter Beans, Peas, Cauliflower Puree, Meyer Lemon Confit, Parsley Nage

Shout out to Chef Armand for his work behind the scenes to give every dish some TLC. A dish reaches the table in 15 minutes, but can take days of preparation. The Terrine de Cochon is case in point. Bravo Chef 👏

Chef Ian in the lab…

Happy National Floral Design Day!

Today, we’re celebrating the artistry and beauty of floral arrangements, and we couldn’t be more grateful for our talented friend Teddy from .design

Every week, Teddy works their magic, enhancing our space with beautiful floral structures.

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the creativity and passion that goes into each and every arrangement.

Serving up Smiles! ❤️

Don’t you dare desert us before dessert…

New Dessert Spotlight:

Citrus Crème Caramel-
Blood Orange Gelee, Bergamot Meringue & Citrus Salad

We you have your reservations because have some special desserts this Valentine’s Day! 🩷

Strawberry Paris-Brest
Confit strawberries, strawberry creme

Flan Chocolat
Hot fudge, tangerine merengue

Pastry Chef: Lorena Morales

Creamy and Dreamy!

New Soup Spotlight:

YUKON GOLD POTATO & GREEN GARLIC SOUP
Bacon Lardon, Egg, Chive Puree

SEA Below…👇🏼

Fruits De Mer Spotlight:

MARINATED LOCAL SQUID
Meyer Lemon Confit, Capers, Olives, Black Radish, Pink Peppercorn, Chervil

Heads Up! There’s an exciting new addition to our menu…

FROMAGE DE TETE EN VOL-AU-VENT
Sauce Gribiche, Pickled Mushrooms, Fines Herbes

We’re backkkkk!! Recharged and ready to serve you! Don’t be strangers…

You can always count on our sommelier to unearth some gems from the cellar to pair with Chef Ian’s extraordinary NYE Prix Fixe Menu. It’s not too late to book a table. Happy New Year!

A special shoutout to our incredible host, Becka! 💖

Your dedication to creating a warm, inviting atmosphere is the secret ingredient that makes Absinthe truly special.

From the genuine smiles to the personalized touches, you make guest and staff feel like a cherished friend.

Merci for being the shining star that you are!

Join us for our NYE Fête!

Reservations are still available. Chef Ian's New Year's menu will ring in 2024 with a creative four-course French meal, that will having you saying “ooh la la.”

Supplements and wine pairings will also be available to enhance this menu.

Reservations can be made through OpenTable or the link in our bio.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🥂

Happy Caulidays! 🍜 🎄

Seasonal Soup Spotlight:

Cauliflower Soup-
Curried apples & Crispy Sage