Restaurant

Shelby’s Rooftop

AmericanSOMAmoderate

Shelby’s Rooftop is one of the best american restaurants in San Francisco for dinner, especially if you want a strong option in SOMA.

Shelby's Rooftop is doing something SOMA genuinely needed: a mid-price room with real altitude, both literal and conceptual.

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Rating (Google) 8.2
605 reviews
San Francisco
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8.2
Rating
Based on 605 reviews
Best used for
dinner and business dinner
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
SOMA · 250 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
Price
moderate
Google rating
8.2 from 605 reviews
Phone
(650) 302-5079
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What to order

Signature dishes at Shelby’s Rooftop

Deviled Eggs

Green Goddess, Jamon, Pickled Shallots, Parsley

Spanish Octopus with Grits

Octopus, Grits, Charred Onions, Fried Egg, Sunchokes, Celery

Eggs Benedict

Smoked Salmon, Everything Spiced Hollandaise, Spinach

Croque Madame

Truffle Mornay, Fried Egg, Jambon de Paris

Shelby's Burger

Thousand Island, white cheddar, grilled onions, Kennebec potato chips

Why go

What makes Shelby’s Rooftop worth the move

Shelby’s Rooftop is a strong american option in SOMA in San Francisco when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Deviled Eggs and Spanish Octopus with Grits also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.2 rating across 605 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
8.2 from 605 Google reviews
Best used for
dinner and business dinner
Style
American in SOMA
Spend
moderate

Best for

Know before you go

Google rating: 8.2 from 605 reviews
Price point: moderate
Popular dishes: Deviled Eggs, Spanish Octopus with Grits, Eggs Benedict
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What diners are saying

0 diner reviews · reviewed by Carlos Mendez for Shelby’s Rooftop

Google snapshot
8.2 from 605 reviews
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Editorial review by Carlos Mendez
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For now, Shelby’s Rooftop holds a 8.2 rating across 605 Google reviews.

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Quick details

Address
250 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
Phone
(650) 302-5079
Price
moderate
TastyPals score
Coming soon
Google rating
8.2 (605 reviews)
Cuisine
American
Neighborhood
SOMA

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Shelby’s Rooftop serve?

Shelby’s Rooftop is a American restaurant located in SOMA, San Francisco. Shelby's Rooftop is doing something SOMA genuinely needed: a mid-price room with real altitude, both literal and conceptual.

What is Shelby’s Rooftop best for?

Shelby’s Rooftop is best for business dinner, dinner, cocktails. Shelby’s Rooftop is a strong american option in SOMA in San Francisco when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Deviled Eggs and Spanish Octopus with Grits also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.2 rating across 605 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Shelby’s Rooftop?

Shelby’s Rooftop is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 8.2 from 605 reviews

What should I order at Shelby’s Rooftop?

Start with Deviled Eggs, Spanish Octopus with Grits, Eggs Benedict and Croque Madame. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Shelby’s Rooftop worth visiting?

Shelby’s Rooftop holds a 8.2 Google rating from 605 reviews. Shelby’s Rooftop is a strong american option in SOMA in San Francisco when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Deviled Eggs and Spanish Octopus with Grits also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.2 rating across 605 Google reviews.

Where is Shelby’s Rooftop located?

Shelby’s Rooftop is located at 250 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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