House Of Prime Rib
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House of Prime Rib sprawls over five rooms with comfy banquets, spacious tables, and fireplaces. There are two fresh fish dishes on the menu but we have been known for fine prime rib since 1949.
We serve only the best beef available, the top two percent of all beef marketed. Although this incurs additional expense, our USDA Eastern corn-fed beef, aged for 21 days, is the most tender, juicy and flavorful beef available.
The House of Prime Rib has been many times imitated but never duplicated.
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Top Sentiments among House Of Prime Rib Reviewers
Delicious bowl salad
Delicious romaine salad
Like style meals
Great CREAMED SPINACH
Tasty house salad
Excellent rib dinner
Delicious corn bread
Delicious steaks
Good beef spots
Ultimate meat eater
Customer Reviews (173 reviews)
Deb VIllars
on Citysearch Apr 08, 2010Walked-in told no problem, will have you seated with-in hour, please wait at the bar. If you ordered alcohol beverage (as my husband did) they will keep you at bar forevever (3hrs) still not seated I went to bathroom... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 18, 2010I'm not a very big meat eater but this place is very consistant in quality. Always quite good. would definitely go back. Good atmosphere. (more)
AnnieJizmagian
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2010House of Prime Rib is hands down my favorite restaurant in the city. I'm not saying that it serves the best food that San Francisco has to offer, but rather a dining experience I enjoy above all else. First things first,... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 27, 2009After a successful handling of a recent high ticket item installation at my house, I all of a sudden had extra money to blow and I must say ... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 24, 2009Price is about $24-$27/pp but that includes the entire prime rib package, including yorkshire pudding, potatoes & gravy, bread, spinach and ... (more)
Misty Rosario
on Citysearch Oct 20, 2009The Prim rib melted in my mouth. I heard about house of Prim rib from a friend so I decided to go with my family from out of town for a change. They had the best service and the food was mouth watering. My family said that they... (more)
Stella Werley
on Citysearch Oct 20, 2009I am from Texas and I can tell you that I know my beef. The House of Prime Rib serves the most tender and succulent prime rib that I have ever tasted! There are some restaurants that give you a small serving and charge you a... (more)
evita1
on Citysearch Oct 09, 2009If you would like an evening of screaming across your table to your dining companions, surrounded by LOTS OF loud single man: well this is your place! To make the dining experience even better : you can count on... (more)
LBCandy
on Citysearch Sep 22, 2009I have been hearing about this restaurant ever since I moved to Sf a few years ago, and I finally just went for dinner. The Prime Rib is delicious and you get a number of sides with your meal that are just as good. Go hungry!... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 13, 2009This is a very good place toe at at and get some good old prime rib...its the bomb. The sides are very good, but the desert is so good and ... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 12, 2009One of my FAVORITE dinning places!! I love the cream spinach and prime rib is the best!! I like it extra well done!! We go here for all occa... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 11, 2009Great place to eat for meat lovers! I would recommend this restaraunt to everyone..Definately a great place for special occasions and out of... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 08, 2009Good place to eat and get a good portion from their menu. Well worth going if you're a meat lover. The only problem it's hard to find parki... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 29, 2009Love the House of Prime Rib. Definitely a go to place for special occasions and with out of town visitors. Had my usual - the English cut - ... (more)
cougarselina
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unzipped
on Citysearch Jun 02, 2009This is one of our favorite restaurants in the city. Old-school charm, lush red leather banquettes, professional well-dressed waiters, a sweetheart of a maitre'd, and a great bar. The prime rib is succulent and... (more)
Marcus0032
on Citysearch May 04, 2009The best Prime Rib in town. They have excellent service and I have always had an enjoyable experience. I highly recommed to anyone who loves prime rib! (more)
mdro
on Citysearch Mar 24, 2009steak steak steakie steakiesteakiesteakiesteakiesteakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakiesteakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakie steakie... (more)
MrMoose111
on Citysearch Jan 27, 2009This place hasn't changed since 1949. Dark style steak house like mood. Old red seats, fix ens that make you say, I remember eating that when I was a steak houses 20 years ago. The creamed spinach, yum. Lots of bacon... (more)
doublehh
on Citysearch Jan 26, 2009loved the salad chop and honey butter any true prime rib lover should get here asap the herbs on the crust were good enough to eat alone very fine wine selection as well (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 26, 2009This place had a great prime rib but it appeared as if the staff was just a little to busy checking their cell phones to check to see if we ... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 20, 2009Great San Francisco steak house. If you have visitors in town and want to treat them to something special this is your place. The wine list ... (more)
sjwharton
on Citysearch Dec 18, 2008My first experience with the House of Prime Rib was AMAZING! One tip... get a reservation this place gets busy! (more)
tomo
on Citysearch Dec 09, 2008prime rib! why do i have to write 100 characters? prime rib! why do i have to write 100 characters? prime rib! why do i have to write 100 characters? (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2008My family celebrates important life events in this place, so obviously I am a fan. The servings are huge, and you can always ask for second... (more)
jen163
on Citysearch Oct 17, 2008I've been here countless times and I absolutely love it. If you like prime rib, you've come to the right place! The portions are big, the meat is juicy and delicious, the salad is good (and I don't normally like salad),... (more)
jsavell
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2008This is the best prime rib I've ever had, but I love the sides even more! I've gone too many times to be wowed by the ritual, but the salad is the greatest. I vow not to eat too much bread, but the steaming sourdough is so... (more)
jrwells
on Citysearch Jul 15, 2008The prime rib is the best in the city and the service was fantastic. Highly recommend this place for their ribs and steak. Keep up the good work guys! (more)
SDfoodaddict
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2008Went to SF for the weekend and tried House of Prime Rib based on all the good reviews.... SCORE!!! The prime rib at this place left me and my wife determined to find a comparable prime rib joint in our home town (San... (more)
thecubn41980
on Citysearch Jun 26, 2008I spent a week in SF Visiting a buddy of mine, and this was the last meal I had before leaving. Everything was amazing. The service, the food, the incredible wine list. I couldn't have asked for anything more in my visit.... (more)
megan86
on Citysearch Jun 10, 2008i went here for the 1st time on my 21st birthday last year with a few friends, and oh boy! the food we ordered was soooo good. from the second we walked in the door, we were all drooling, the smell was to die for. when the food... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 02, 2008My family and I have been going to House of Prime Rib for special occasions for years! House of Prime Rib serves some of the most delicious ... (more)
MBWNativeSF
on Citysearch May 20, 2008GREAT Prime Rib and salad!! A real part of San Francisco. People who don't like it either don't know great prime rib or are NOT SF Natives... It has been a tradition in our family for 30 years.... (more)
sesquialtera
on Citysearch May 15, 2008This place was okay, but the salad ritual was hilarious! Spinning around a bowl of iceberg lettuce and tinned beets on ice cubes while sprinkling it with bottled garlic salt...and the results looked like they were... (more)
llmnyc
on Citysearch Apr 20, 2008What can I say? If you want the best Prime Rib ever, go to this place. Very friendly staff and great food. Too bad they book up so fast, but if you remember to make a reservation in advance, it is the best. A lot of excellent... (more)
bagger74
on Citysearch Apr 20, 2008Went there on a weekday and the place was packed. WOW! Went with my girl for her birthday and they brought out a scoop of ice cream with a candle, sang, and took a picture of us. How sweet! Memories forever. Oh, by the way,... (more)
baggyboy
on Citysearch Apr 20, 2008My friend told me that they remodeled and have a new wine room and new bathrooms. So I went with a group of 6 and wow were we impressed! The wine room is the most beautiful thing in the city. Right in the center of the... (more)
grub
on Citysearch Apr 18, 2008Very tasty. You get what you pay for. Price is worth the portion and taste. Service was at par. When In San Francisco, I like to make time for this place. (more)
daabt
on Citysearch Apr 16, 20085 stars,5stars.that's all i can gave.if there was 6 stars, i would give them 6 too.what a nice place for hanging out. (more)
dreamingflyer
on Citysearch Apr 16, 2008Nothing to say,just WOW!!!!!!! If you were meat lover,go. you must go!!! everthing is so great.Oh,i got run extra mile tomorrow. (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 16, 2008The food is to die for! You won't be disappointed. What I love best about this restaurant are the rib is the best, the manual is simple, the... (more)
sammikins
on Citysearch Mar 18, 2008My family and I have been eating at The House of Prime Rib (HOPR) for my brother's birthday every year, for the last 15 years. Service has been slipping the last few years. However, this year (2008) the dining... (more)
CYCYCYCYCYCYCY
on Citysearch Mar 07, 2008It was my first time going to the House of Prime Rib this past Monday (3/3/08.) It was a spur of the moment so we did not make reservation. That was a mistake on my part cause we waited for over an hour and a half. My... (more)
Wizard32
on Citysearch Feb 19, 2008I used to come to this place for special occasions when my wife and I lived in the SF Bay Area. However, since I moved to Tracy (about 60miles away), I haven't been back here for about 8 years. A lot has changed in those... (more)
markengwels
on Citysearch Feb 12, 2008if you love prime rib then this is the place for you. my wife and I frequent here and are always impressed. (more)
openville
on Citysearch Dec 31, 2007I agree with all the reviews for The House of Prime Rib. This is THE place for prime rib. Please note, that the only choice you have in meats is what cut of prime rib you would like. That's right, no filet mignon, no bife de... (more)
av_203926
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2007To my suprise, this place does not accept any party more than 10 on the weekends-fri, sat, sun. Ridiculous! So they would rather turn their customers away than trying to work something out. What great customer... (more)
jhchau
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2007Great food and great service SOMETIMES. It depends on your waiter. Some waiters are very cool, they will give you an extra piece of prime rib without you even asking for it. Other waiters will pretty much just ignore... (more)
spungie1
on Citysearch Oct 18, 2007Excellent food. Prime Rib was absoloutely AMAZING! I can't wait to go back. Excellent Service!!! I would eat there at least once a week if I could afford it. Great atmosphere. I want to take everyone I know to the House... (more)
sallyvjj
on Citysearch Oct 17, 2007The amount of food they serve is "a lot". This is a very good place for group dining and celebration. I don't think it is romantic though. The wait line is always long too. (more)
lyss61
on Citysearch Sep 28, 2007If you have $35/person (without drinks) to spend, don't go here! It was an interesting experience but the food was only average. I wouldn't go back. Service was good but not genuine. Their wine list is pathetic and... (more)
racklecan
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2007My husband and I love prime rib. We live in LA and frequent Lawry's Prime Rib in Beverly Hills. When we stayed in San Francisco, we were so eager to try House of Prime Rib especially because of the many raves we've heard.... (more)
cshiba
on Citysearch Jul 01, 2007Took my girlfriend and her family there for Father's Day. Of course it was busy because where else can you go in the city for a great meal? It's best to have reservations, believe me; however, where I was thinking that... (more)
missamyq
on Citysearch Jun 30, 2007Goodness. When I walked into this place, I knew my mouth was in for one heck of a ride. The entree comes with this deliciour salad (romaine, beets, bleu cheese...with raspberry vinagrette) freshly tossed at your... (more)
lord_humongous
on Citysearch May 28, 2007What would you expect from a restaurant called House Of Prime Rib? That's right, prime rib. And House Of Prime Rib delivers huge servings of delicous prime rib. The restaurant is a bit on the pricey side but you get what... (more)
chin1234
on Citysearch Mar 23, 2007My girlfriend and I decided to dine at The House of Prime Rib one evening. We made reservations at 9:00 and we were seated promptly. It was our third time dining here and it gets better every time. The service is... (more)
keepinitreal
on Citysearch Mar 08, 2007What happened to the House of Prime Rib that I use to know?!? Service was BAD and the food was a disappointment =( All I have to say is... what a waste of time and $$$!!!! (more)
hello0002
on Citysearch Feb 16, 2007Dining here inspired me to write my first review. The martini's and bartender were good (the shaker on the side is a nice addition) and the service was decent. However, the food was not. What a waste of money!! First... (more)
majwilliams205
on Citysearch Feb 15, 2007Great setting, service, and of course, great prime rib. I personally also think that the value's great also for the amount of food you're getting. Definitely would recommend making reservations. My friends from... (more)
damvk5
on Citysearch Feb 11, 2007I read the reviews before making the choice to eat here. I am glad I did. The food was great and the service was excellent. I went on a friday night with a party of four with a reservation and there was no problem getting our... (more)
city1000
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2007Although wait times can be lengthy - the food is great! Salads, vegs, and steak/prime rib - can't beat it. Just know that you'll have to wait for a table - but the full bar service makes it fly by. Great atmosphere- highly... (more)
cardamoncrew
on Citysearch Dec 26, 2006Tender prime rib and traditional side choices. Very good food and friendly service. Our waiter kept us on time to make our theater event! Do make reservations as it gets very busy!... (more)
lisetteelle
on Citysearch Nov 17, 2006This is my favorite place to eat while in the city. Reservations are highly recommended and highly useful. But on the several "the spur of the moment, let's see if we can get in" visits we've made, we've yet to be turned... (more)
hungrysf
on Citysearch Sep 21, 2006Overall my dining experience was a good one, but there was one major flaw: YOU CAN'T TAKE HOME YOUR (Complimentary) SECOND SLICE! They never mentioned that to us, until we asked to have it boxed up. Bad move on their... (more)
bitpump
on Citysearch Sep 10, 2006I travel a great deal and everytime I go overseas there is never a good Prime Rib place. I have tried Lawry, Mortons, Smith and Wollensky, Ruths and none of them even comes close to HPR. Me and my buddy had to wait 2.5 hours... (more)
angel12083
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2006I went to this restaurant many times already. I think their service is great but they are always busy so everytime I went there I have to wait at least 10 minutes. The prime rib is delicious and I definity will go there... (more)
shibaboyz
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2006Food is always great! We've been going to this San Francisco landmark for 30 years. We have yet to be disapointed! The staff is always friendly, old San Francisco...and the food is always good! All we can say, is that we... (more)
mel415
on Citysearch Aug 30, 2006I can't rave about this place enough. It's an old-school, classy steak house that serves great food at a reasonable price. Their menu says it all... Prime Rib. It's what they're good at and what they stick with,... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Aug 02, 2006The only reason you would go here is for the prime rib. Tender, juicy, deliciously good! My first time here was the day before Father's day.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 23, 2006House of Prime Rib (HOPR)is a great steak joint. The decor is old world streak house, and they actually carve the prime rib right at the tab... (more)
eminamy
on Citysearch Jul 19, 2006If you are craving for red meat, then head towards House of Prime Rib!!! Great price for a huge chunk of meat and when you are done and still hungry, ask for seconds!!! We had to wait for our table but the bartender was... (more)
bequialife
on Citysearch Jul 18, 2006When paying $32 per meal, I would expect people would consider dressing a little nicer. I was surprised the last 2 times I have been there to see shorts, tennis shoes, jeans, sweatshirts-almost a "Denny's" type... (more)
shoegal84
on Citysearch Jun 29, 2006Absolutely loved this place. I wasn't to thrilled to go when it was first suggested (even though I love red meat!), but I am glad I ended up there for dinner! It definitely isn't a romantic or quiet type of place. It... (more)
nobhilljenny
on Citysearch Jun 25, 2006The right restaurant won again. This place just never stops. THE BEST PRIME RIB EVER! Another birthday celebration at the HoPR where we found that they have creamed corn now. Nice addition in case you're not a spinach... (more)
tmleede
on Citysearch Jun 16, 2006If you like Prime Rib, a good choice for the food. Don't go for a relaxing dinner though. Restaurant is crowded and noisy. Recent visit was ruined by a very large, very noisy, birthday party group seated right in the... (more)
ezhou
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2006Once again, another birthday, another great dinner. Friendly and attentive service, awesome prime rib and salad. Pretty packed for a Tuesday, but where else can you go for a dinner like this? I wouldn't celebrate... (more)
katees
on Citysearch Jun 12, 2006Service was slow. Prime rib was good. Side dishes were too salty and the desserts were way too sweet. We had to ask for utensils when dessert showed up. (more)
beachbrat35
on Citysearch Jun 11, 2006Prime rib was excellent, service inside the restaurant was excellent. Our evening ended on a sour note when my husband tried to tip the valet parking attendant as we are accustomed to this in our state. The valet... (more)
chibikin
on Citysearch Jun 09, 2006I love prime rib, and when I graduated from an artschool in SF here is where I went for my graduation dinner. It's elegant, the hostess and wait staff are accomodating, and most important the prime rib and horseradish... (more)
jones_kr
on Citysearch Jun 08, 2006Promptly seated with great service, we were immediately impressed by the comfortable surroundings and the obvious popularity of the place for large groups. Our main course was much better than expected and we were... (more)
jverse
on Citysearch Apr 14, 2006The House of Prime Rib is great at what it does - Prime Rib! The atmosphere is lively and comfortable but still upscale. Service is always great - friendly, attentive and not pretentious. The roll around serving cart... (more)
myau407
on Citysearch Apr 04, 2006the prime rib was tasty and service was good. i would go back again. (more)
j c.
on Judys Book Mar 17, 2006House of Prime Rib has been around forever. I love this restaurant for the prime rib. The sides are just as delicious and the food is consistently good. Reservations are a must unless you want to wait a couple of hours.... (more)
jyy
on Citysearch Mar 03, 2006We've been in USA few times and went to diffrent restraurents,nowhere is better than this one! (more)
joziez
on Citysearch Feb 12, 2006We'd heard all about it, but had never tried it until this past Saturday. We had reservations for 6, but wound up bringing 9 as soon as everyone heard where we were going for dinner. We showed up late and the place was... (more)
yurikokitamura
on Citysearch Feb 11, 2006This is the place when you want to have a prime rib with best value. (more)
dogboy009
on Citysearch Feb 08, 2006First off, the food is great and always has been. It's the service that's heading south. We went with a group of 7 with a 9pm reservation. We were seated at 9:45 (the excuse was that a table ahead of us was taking a long... (more)
jlrobe
on Citysearch Jan 18, 2006If you love prime rib you will love this place. I will say that this is one of the better steak places in town. Being tha it is SF, thre are 10 steak houses that are super fancy with steaks over 50 bucks, so I am obviosly not... (more)
kilroy2b
on Citysearch Jan 07, 2006We found HPR, everything that we had read and heard. We had a 5:00 reversation, was sited on time, John our waiter, was very professional and friendly. Our food was great! We had to ask for a "dogging bag", as it all we... (more)
bigrand
on Citysearch Nov 30, 2005The Prime Rib is absolutely WOMDERFUL!!! I've had Lawry's and other places that try to compete with The House as I like to know the place as, but nothing even comes close. I've been eating here for 20+ years and it's... (more)
leslie1668
on Citysearch Oct 14, 2005I always call to reserve and arrive late, TRAFFIC. They are always couteous and pleasant. I don't know about the high class cuz I'm always in jeans and a t-shirt, my daily attire. But as of service, I think they do their... (more)
lilmomo51
on Citysearch Oct 13, 2005I have been going to the House of Prime Rib for 30 years and must say the wait staff 's attitude over the years have gone down hill. Yet I still go back for the wonderful meal, although there horseradish has no bite, the... (more)
girl54
on Citysearch Oct 08, 2005The prime rib was quite enjoyable and I would surely go back. The wait staff was outstanding. My only complaint was the awful, diluted, weird tasting salad. It tasted like watered down thousand island dressing and... (more)
smedor
on Citysearch Oct 03, 2005We were there for my birthday celebration - waitress Revecca was attentive and charming. Our meal was super! I would recommend this place to anyone that wants a wonderful meal in a great atmosphere. It's worth the... (more)
Mike T.
on Judys Book Sep 14, 2005I don't know why everyone raves about this restaurant having the best prime rib in town. Frankly, I've tasted better. The prices for the prime rib dinners don't equal the small portions you're served. Sure, they give... (more)
bluebaby1
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2005This is definitely the spot for good prime rib. I always get the house cut, ala carte style since I don't have salad. Rarely a dissapoint here and always leave very full. (more)
oar31
on Citysearch Sep 05, 2005A group of us (we were 11) decided to try this place out for a birthday celebration. As soon as I walked in, I realized this wasn't going to be the sophisticated, upscale dinner I expected, but decided to give it a chance.... (more)
aasharp
on Citysearch Aug 29, 2005Don't go here expecting to find anything but prime rib, but if you love prime rib, then this is the place for you. In a throwback to the 50's they have a prime rib cart that comes to your table, your meal is served before... (more)
calgrad99
on Citysearch Aug 22, 2005Ive been going to HoPR now for 10+ years and its still my favorite SF restaurant. True, parking's non-existent, the host/hostess can be snobbish, and there's always a wait - even with reservations, but the food's... (more)