Welcome to Fable
"Fable" in San Francisco's Castro district is a Latinx-owned gem offering a unique dining experience with a focus on sustainable practices. With a beautiful garden patio and a cozy atmosphere, Fable is a go-to spot for brunch or dinner. Their menu boasts vegan and vegetarian options, including a delicious vegan lasagna and mouth-watering banana bread with chocolate chips. The attentive service, solid food quality, and refreshing cocktails like the Amalfi Spritz make Fable a must-visit for those looking for a memorable dining experience. Come for the food, stay for the vibes at Fable.
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558 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114, United States558 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114, United States Hotline: +1 415-590-2404
Welcome to Fable, a Latinx-owned restaurant located at 558 Castro St in San Francisco, CA. This hidden gem offers a plethora of amenities such as outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and even gender-neutral restrooms. Fable prides itself on being open to all and providing a welcoming atmosphere for all diners.
Customers rave about the beautiful outdoor back patio, complete with heaters for comfort during cooler nights. The menu at Fable boasts a variety of options, including vegan lasagna, tuna tartare, and a delicious double burger with fries. The dishes are not only tasty but also creatively presented, leaving patrons impressed with each visit.
One standout dish at Fable is the eggs Benedict served on rosemary focaccia bread, a unique twist on a classic brunch favorite. The biscuits and gravy are also highly recommended, with perfectly cooked breakfast potatoes to accompany them.
If you're a fan of burgers, Fable has you covered with their juicy and cheesy double cheeseburger. The generous portions ensure you'll leave satisfied, even if you can't finish the entire meal in one sitting.
Overall, Fable offers a delightful dining experience with tasty food, attentive service, and a charming ambiance. Whether you're looking for a relaxed brunch spot or a lively dinner destination, Fable has something for everyone. Make sure to plan ahead if you want to secure a table in the enchanting garden patio - it's a popular choice among regulars!
Our party of 8 had Sunday brunch here before hiking in nearby Corona Heights. We came in 3 cars and luckily, we were all able to find street parking within 1-3 blocks of the restaurant. We were hoping to score a table in their fabulous garden patio in the back, but unfortunately, we were told we had to reserve one week in advance for garden seating. However, they were able to seat us in a nice indoor area away from other tables, so we had a lot of privacy. Many of us ordered the eggs benedict over focaccia bread with a side of salad, and those who ordered the dish enjoyed it. One of us is a pescatarian so he inquired whether substitution is possible. He was happy when our server offered to substitute with avocado. Others enjoyed the red quinoa bowl with poached eggs and avocado. I liked my biscuit and gravy. We had a nice time here with a pitcher of mimosa and the good ambience. The service was good. However, with the automatic gratuity of 20%, SF Health Mandate of 7%, and 8.75% tax, the final tab was a lot higher than expected.
It has a Very very pretty backyard - perfect place to enjoy a good meal. They had limited vegetarian options but whatever they had tasted good. The vegan lasagna was delicious - especially loved the sauce which was so tasteful and flavorful. Even the banana bread with chocolate chips was very yummy. I'd definitely go there again for its vibe.
Beautiful outdoor back patio with plenty of heaters to keep you comfortable. Attentive service and solid food in a lively part of the Castro. Tried the tuna tartare, heirloom tomato salad, halibut and double burger with fries and a bottle of sancere. Appreciate the honesty of the server when deciding between the 2 sanceres, similar but one costs more.
Good service and good food! Got seated at the parklet for brunch with a group of friends bc the garden patio was closed for an event. The service is pretty fast and attentive. The Benedict is delicious, I love a thick cut of ham and the rosemary focaccia bread is an amazing, tasty idea to replace English muffins. I thoroughly enjoyed my biscuits and gravy. I liked how the breakfast potatoes were crispy - mushy breakfast potatoes are the worst at brunch! I also enjoyed a side of fresh fruit, I loved how they used seasonal fruit and loaded up the bowl. The figs and peaches were so yummy with the rest of the standard strawberry, bananas, and apples The star of the show most definitely was the chocolate chip banana bread. The bread is soft but crispy at the top, almost like a crème brulee. There's the right amount of chocolate chips and the banana bread is simply delicious. This is a must get. I would come back for this dish One thing I did not enjoy at the parklet was that I would get whiffs of urine at some points throughout the meal. I'd love to experience the garden patio inside next time
Wonderful central Castro location for a nice brunch. Outdoor patio seating in back is ideal but still great to enjoy indoors or out. Service is excellent. Enjoyed the Benedict served on focaccia and the side salad is simple and enjoyable. Chicken sandwich is tasty with a delicious light sauce and crunch. Mimosa was a generous pour and excellent complement to our meal.
Loved the outdoor seating and being surrounded by nature, it was definitely quite unique. Fable is a very solid pick for brunch and there's a lot of food to choose from. I split the chicken sandwich and burger with my friend. Both were delicious and executed to perfection/packed with flavor, definitely very filling. With good food and a bright environment, I would totally return for brunch here again!
Damn I actually forgot to take photos of the food cause I got too excited by how cute the garden patio looked and only took photos of that :') let the photo speak for itself! The food was really good too! We ordered the double cheeseburger and the salad with blue cheese (I forget what it's called). And both were super tasty. The fries that came with the burger were EXTRA good so definitely make sure you get the fries if possible. Overall had a pleasant dining experience here and would come back again!
We came for dinner and I was craving a burger. I was happy with my choice. My friend, not so happy with his... service was excellent and the outdoor seating is so aesthetic. Cheeseburger- I didn't realize it would be a double patty. Very filling, I could only eat half. My friend who didn't like his choice luckily finished the other half of my burger. The burger was juicy and cheesy. I should have said hold the cheese but the burger was still a solid choice Glazed pork chop- seemed more like a glazed pork belly. It came with a large helping of cabbage... if you're a fan of cabbage. I would return to try other options on their menu.
Lovely place! I recently enjoyed brunch here and had the pleasure of sitting in the stunning back garden area! Loved the cozy atmosphere filled with fresh air, lush plant life, and welcoming natural light! Space was clean, relatively quiet. Loved the refreshing Amalfi Spritz cocktail (would rate 5/5). For food, I'm not a big egg guy so I ordered the fried chicken sandwich (would rate 5/5). The sandwich came freshly cooked- loved the crispy breading on the meat, but my favorite part was the slaw on the sandwich. The mixture of the aioli with the crispy chicken and crunch slaw was flavor and texture paradise. The bread of the sandwich was slightly dry but it still worked. Sandwich came with a fresh salad of mixed greens in a vinaigrette- nice compliment to the sandwich. Good portion sizes. My partner ordered quinoa brunch bowl which I sampled (would rate 3/5). The bowl comes with quinoa, poached egg, vegetables, and a vinaigrette. Unfortunately the egg was overcooked or at least cooked to the point the yolk had mostly hardened. Conceptually, with runny yolk, the dish would work but otherwise and in this case it was very dry. I also personally thought the bowl was devoid of flavor and needing hot sauce or some other spices. Service was 4/5- pleasant host greeted and seated us. A younger gentleman took our drink order and was attentive and polite. Our server, Claire, was friendly but slightly inattentive and absent. For example, she came to check on us after we had the food for quite some time (I was finished with the sandwich)- asking if she could bring any salt and pepper or hot sauce.