Absinthe Brasserie & Bar – French
This iconic Hayes Valley destination transports guests to a bustling Parisian boulevard, where the clink of cocktail shakers and the glow of warm lighting create an atmosphere of timeless sophistication. The air is thick with the savory fragrance of bubbling French onion soup and buttery escargot, while chilled platters of briny oysters and glistening caviar offer a luxurious taste of the sea. It is a place where every meal feels like a grand occasion, blending old-world elegance with a vibrant, modern pulse.
398, Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102 +14155511590 https://www.absinthe.com/0Cuisine: French
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Dairy-Free at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Parsnip Soup, Oyster Selection and Chilled Mussels a l'Escabeche. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Parsnip Soup, Oyster Selection and Chilled Mussels a l'Escabeche. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Parsnip Soup, Oyster Selection and Chilled Mussels a l'Escabeche. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Champagne Francis Orban and Trio of Bivalves. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Champagne Francis Orban and Trio of Bivalves. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Trio of Bivalves. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Parsnip Soup, Mixed Greens Salad and Champagne Francis Orban. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Parsnip Soup, Parisian Gnocchi and Warm Acme Roll. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Red Swan | 117.9 g | 30.2 g |
| Parsnip Soup | 54.9 g | 25.1 g |
| Salade Lyonnaise | 25.9 g | 24.6 g |
| Steak Frites | 49.3 g | 24.1 g |
| French Onion Soup | 16.7 g | 23.6 g |
| Chocolate Pot de Crème | 56.8 g | 21.7 g |
| Chilled Mussels a l'Escabeche | 60.2 g | 20.7 g |
| Escargots de Bourgogne | 33.2 g | 20.6 g |
| Wild Mushroom Tagliatelle | 57.7 g | 18.5 g |
| Parisian Gnocchi | 0.9 g | 13.2 g |
| Ice Cream & Sorbet | 43.7 g | 8.4 g |
| Tsar Nicoulai Caviar Reserve | 6.1 g | 7.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Wednesday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM, Su 11:00 - 9:00 PM
Menu
Fruits de Mer
- Tsar Nicoulai Caviar Reserve - $100: Yukon Gold Potato Blinis, Crème Fraîche, Sieved Egg, Chives Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Tsar Nicoulai Caviar Estate - $85: Yukon Gold Potato Blinis, Crème Fraîche, Sieved Egg, Chives Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oyster Selection - $5: Mignonette, Lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilled Mussels a l'Escabeche - $15: Espelette, Mirepoix, Crispy Potatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Trio of Bivalves - $88: Oysters on the Half Shell, Mussels a l'Escabeche, Marinated Clams Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- French Onion Soup - $18: Rich Beef Stock, Croutons, Gruyere & Emmental Cheese Gratinée Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parsnip Soup - $17: Charred Scallion Persillade, Meyer Lemon Confit, Pine Nuts, Crispy Parsnips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters Rockefeller - $15: Steamboat Oysters, Spinach, Fines Herbs, Hollandaise, Panko Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Escargots de Bourgogne - $28: Puff Pastry, Cordyceps, Parsley, Garlic, Pernod Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Niman Ranch Beef Tartare - $25: Pickled Mushrooms, Quail Egg Yolk, Chile Oil, Gaufrettes Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-Made Cheese Puffs - $10: Gougeres Stuffed with Goat Cheese & Chives Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Dungeness Crab Salad - $32: Citrus, Avocado Mousse, Butter Lettuce, Creme Fraiche, Tarragon, Lemon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Greens Salad - $12: Mustard Vinaigrette, Fines Herbs, Flowers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salade Lyonnaise - $21: Duck Confit, Soft-Cooked Egg, Mushrooms, Frisee, Warm Bacon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Wild Mushroom Tagliatelle - $28: Mushroom Cream, Caramelized Fennel, Tomatoes, Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parisian Gnocchi - $27: Cipollini Confit, Sweet Onion Broth, Crispy Shallots, Squash, Bellwether Ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Petrale Sole Meuniere - $37: Capers, Butter, Lemon, Turmeric, Yukon Gold Potato Purée, Potato Allumette, Crispy Sage Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Absinthe Black Truffle Cheeseburger - $29: Pt. Reyes Tomatruffle Cheese, Aioli, Onion Ring, Grilled Onions, Chicories, Pommes Frites Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Frites - $49: 10oz. Prime New York Strip Loin, Green Peppercorn Butter, Bordelaise Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Akaushi Beef Bourguignon - $45: Carrot Puree, Shaved Celery, Crispy Sweetbreads, Red Wine Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Pommes Frites - $12: Aioli, Ketchup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Fat Pommes Frites - $18: Aioli, Ketchup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Acme Roll - $3: Whipped Butter with Sea Salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Apple Tatin - $15: Apple Cider Caramel, Vanilla Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Pot de Crème - $15: Vanilla Chantilly, Sea Salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Ice Cream & Sorbet - $8: Choice of Vanilla, Spumoni, Limoncello, or Mango-Lemongrass Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Death in the Afternoon - $18: Prosecco, Absinthe Verte, Lemon Twist
- Red Swan - $18: Bourbon, Thai Tea Syrup, Pandan Liqueur, Green Chartreuse, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Trumer Pils - $11: The Trumer Brewery, Berkeley, California, 4.9%
- Champagne Francis Orban - $28: Extra Brut, France N.V. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
- Is Absinthe Brasserie & Bar dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Absinthe Brasserie & Bar has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Parsnip Soup, Oyster Selection and Chilled Mussels a l'Escabeche.
- What can I eat at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar on a dairy-free diet?
- Parsnip Soup, Oyster Selection and Chilled Mussels a l'Escabeche carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Absinthe Brasserie & Bar have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Parsnip Soup and Mixed Greens Salad.
- Is Absinthe Brasserie & Bar gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar?
- Red Swan, at roughly 30.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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