John's Grill Live Jazz – Steakhouse
Stepping into this historic haunt feels like a journey back to mid-century San Francisco, where the sultry notes of live jazz drift through a room defined by dark wood and the lingering spirit of literary legends. Guests savor the iconic Sam Spade’s lamb chops amidst a bustling, noir-inspired atmosphere before lingering over decadent brioche bread pudding and steaming cups of Amaretto coffee. This timeless sanctuary brings together soulful rhythms and classic flavors, offering a dining experience as rich and layered as its storied past.
63, Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102 +14159860069 https://www.johnsgrill.com/0Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at John's Grill Live Jazz
Dairy-Free at John's Grill Live Jazz
John's Grill Live Jazz in San Francisco has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sam Spade's Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at John's Grill Live Jazz
John's Grill Live Jazz in San Francisco has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sam Spade's Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at John's Grill Live Jazz
John's Grill Live Jazz in San Francisco has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including New York Cheesecake, House Made Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Fresh Seasonal Berries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at John's Grill Live Jazz
John's Grill Live Jazz in San Francisco has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cypress Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at John's Grill Live Jazz
John's Grill Live Jazz in San Francisco has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sandeman Tawny Port and Jamaican Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at John's Grill Live Jazz
John's Grill Live Jazz in San Francisco has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sandeman Tawny Port, Kahlua Coffee and Amaretto Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at John's Grill Live Jazz
John's Grill Live Jazz in San Francisco has 17 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including New York Cheesecake, Pecan Pie and House Made Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at John's Grill Live Jazz
John's Grill Live Jazz in San Francisco has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including New York Cheesecake, Fresh Seasonal Berries and Flan. 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 John's Grill Live Jazz
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican Coffee | 33.5 g | 59.9 g |
| Sam Spade's Lamb Chops | 33 g | 24.4 g |
| Cypress Coffee | 39.8 g | 14.5 g |
| Cappuccino | 12 g | 8 g |
| Chocolate Mousse Torte | 38.6 g | 6 g |
| Jamaican Coffee | 13.9 g | 5.6 g |
| Irish Coffee | 54.1 g | 4 g |
| Pecan Pie | 39.2 g | 3.7 g |
| Flan | 17.1 g | 3.4 g |
| Fresh Seasonal Berries | 26 g | 2.6 g |
| New York Cheesecake | 37.2 g | 2.2 g |
| Venetian Coffee | 53.2 g | 2.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Signature dishes and historic favorites.
- Sam Spade's Lamb Chops - $42: Chops, baked potato, and sliced tomatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Chocolate Mousse Torte - $14: Layers of dark, milk & white chocolate mousse, seasonal berry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pecan Pie - $14: Toasted pecan halves, pecan filling, Jim Beam Bourbon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- New York Cheesecake - $14: Classic cheesecake with a hint of lemon, seasonal berry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Flan - $14: Vanilla Cream Caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Fresh Seasonal Berries - $14: With whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- House Made Vanilla Bean Ice Cream - $14: Garnished with seasonal berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Brioche Bread Pudding - $14: Topped with creme anglaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Amaretto Coffee - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Kahlua Coffee - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Irish Coffee - $14
- Kioke Coffee - $14: Brandy & Kahlua Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coffee - $14: Tequila & Kahlua
- Venetian Coffee - $14: Brandy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Jamaican Coffee - $14: Tia Maria with Rum Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cypress Coffee - $14: Frangelico & Amaretto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Sandeman Ruby Port - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Sandeman Tawny Port - $14 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sandeman 10yr Tawny Port - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Grappa Nonino Vendemmia - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Espresso - $14
- Cappuccino - $14
Frequently Asked Questions about John's Grill Live Jazz
- Is John's Grill Live Jazz dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. John's Grill Live Jazz has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sam Spade's Lamb Chops.
- What can I eat at John's Grill Live Jazz on a dairy-free diet?
- Sam Spade's Lamb Chops carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does John's Grill Live Jazz have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sandeman Tawny Port and Kahlua Coffee.
- Is John's Grill Live Jazz gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 John's Grill Live Jazz?
- Mexican Coffee, at roughly 59.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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