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FableB
558 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114
· American restaurant, Bistro, Breakfast restaurant
· The Castro
Lovely garden patio and friendly vibes make Fable a charming pick for brunch or casual dinner, though food execution and pacing can be inconsistent.
Our take
Fable trades on its exceptional garden patio—a genuine Castro gem with heaters and cover that justifies the destination appeal—but inconsistent food execution and variable service pacing prevent a higher grade. Food quality leans solid with standout items like the vegan lasagna, yet dishes like underseasoned proteins and undercooked sides appear frequently enough to undermine reliability. Best experienced for the setting and proven crowd-pleasers rather than culinary ambition.
One caveat: Food consistency varies: a few underseasoned or dry items reported
Standout dishes
- Vegan Butternut Squash Lasagna
- Fable's Double Cheeseburger
- Buttermilk Biscuit and Sausage Gravy
What people love
- The backyard feels like a hidden oasis
- Warm, personable servers
- That vegan lasagna that surprises even non-vegans
Opening Hours
Monday10:00–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Tuesday10:00–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Wednesday10:00–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Thursday10:00–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Friday10:00–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Saturday10:00–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Sunday10:00–14:30, 17:00–21:00
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