Union Larder, nestled in the vibrant heart of San Francisco on Hyde Street, has quickly won acclaim for its superb selection of wines and housemade charcuterie. The cozy yet lively atmosphere sets the stage for a delightful culinary experience, where each dish bursts with flavor. Guests rave about the bresaola, a standout that showcases the meticulous craftsmanship behind their cured meats. The cheese fondue, generously portioned, is another crowd-pleaser, inviting patrons to indulge. Reviewers frequently mention the excellent wine selection and the knowledgeable staff who are eager to guide patrons through tastings of various vintages. The extensive offerings include delightful tapas like crispy duck leg confit and the unique house cheese spread, paired perfectly with local preserves. Diners appreciate the ambiance—ideal for casual gatherings or intimate evenings with friends. Charles Cook notes the warm service and delicious charcuterie, while Gabriela A. praises the diverse menu and standout meatballs. Eisar Lipkovitz highlights the restaurant's elevated approach to classic dishes, suggesting there's much more to explore. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a casual diner, Union Larder promises a memorable experience that combines great food with a relaxed vibe, affirming its status as a beloved fixture in the city's wine bar scene.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Has great wine list
Popular for
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves beer
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves wine
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
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Reviews For Union Larder
Charles Cook
May 28,2025
Lovely little place, great atmosphere. Our server was super friendly! We had the bresaola, which was amazing, and the cheese fondue, which was also delicious (big portions! Two portions will feed three people). The charcuterie is almost all housemade and they have a great selection of cheeses.
Gabriela A.
May 7,2025
Great place for tapas and wine. Their wine selection is super ample and the bar tenders are pretty nice about letting you try different bottles and vintages. They also have an extensive cheese offering, great Spanish, Italian and local charcuterie. Their meatballs are amaze!
Eisar Lipkovitz
Apr 17,2025
The food here is several levels above majority of wine bars. The pickles, tartare , nicoise and Mortadella are all excellent and unique. I must try rest of menu. Good wine selection too and props for carrying Agua de Piedra. Great background sound too
Carly
Apr 17,2025
Walked in on a Friday afternoon (5pm) and grabbed seats easily. The service was excellent and the wine/food was fantastic too. Love the big windows which made it fun to people watch.
Sean M
Apr 2,2025
One of my favorite Wine Bars in San Francisco, great ambiance, not trying too hard, & has a superb wine selection. This is somewhere where you come for a bottle of wine cheese board. The fact it’s somewhere I have been coming prior to the pandemic, and survived makes it even more appealing.
Rachel Salinas
Mar 6,2025
This is an amazing place to grab a glass of wine or maybe stay a couple hours for food and more wine. We had a bottle of Albarino, a few oysters, 3 cheeses and 2 meats from their selection. They were all fantastic. This place is such a vibe you can’t go wrong with coming here. It is a bit small so you may have to share tables or wait but it’s worth it.
Mario Dos Campollo
Mar 3,2025
A fantastic wine bar in Russian Hill. Delicious food and a great drink menu all served in a lively setting. If you love salted cured meats then this is the place for you. The ghost pepper salami was the standout with the pate coming in a close second. The drink selection is great, as it should be. They have wines from all over the world and a nice selection of beer offerings. Everything was moderately priced and the service was great. Dos thumbs up
Ajay
Feb 4,2025
Been scavenging wine bars recently, and this one came highly recommended! Loved the wine, ambience, food and service here - was truly a great experience. Wine list is very well picked out and balanced. For food we got the: - Wagyu meatballs -Charcuterie Board (it had ghost pepper salami sooooo...you kind of have too?) Place is a bit small and narrow, promoting a kind of romantic, tight knit vibe- nonetheless super, super fun. Will be keeping this one in my back pocket for any and all future flexes . Can’t wait to come back here!
Reviews For Union Larder