Side A
About Side A
Side A provides professional restaurant services in San Francisco, CA. A bistro and vinyl bar in the Mission Creek neighborhood, offering American cuisine with an international twist and a curated vinyl music selection. Opened in 2025, it occupies the former site of Universal Café. We welcome guests for dine-in, takeout, and catering. Our menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients prepared daily by our kitchen team. We accommodate dietary restrictions including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and common allergen modifications with advance notice. Private dining available for groups and special events. Online ordering and delivery available through our website and major delivery platforms. Happy hour specials and seasonal menu rotations keep our offerings fresh and exciting. Proudly serving the San Francisco metro area.
3 years in business
Services
Catering
FeaturedCustom catering menus for events, parties, corporate lunches, and special occasions. Minimum order applies.
Starting at $20 / per person
Dine-In
FeaturedFull service dining experience with our complete menu. Reservations recommended for peak hours.
Starting at $15 / per person
Happy Hour
Daily happy hour specials on drinks and appetizers. Check our menu for current offerings and hours.
Starting at $10 / per item
Private Events
Private dining room or full buyout available for special events, rehearsal dinners, and corporate functions.
Starting at $735 / per event
Takeout & Delivery
Full menu available for pickup or delivery through our website or third-party delivery apps.
Starting at $25 / per order
Location
2814 19th Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Hours of Operation
Services Offered
Catering
Custom catering menus for events, parties, corporate lunches, and special occasions. Minimum order applies.
$20
starting at
Dine-In
Full service dining experience with our complete menu. Reservations recommended for peak hours.
$15
starting at
Happy Hour
Daily happy hour specials on drinks and appetizers. Check our menu for current offerings and hours.
$10
starting at
Private Events
Private dining room or full buyout available for special events, rehearsal dinners, and corporate functions.
$735
starting at
Takeout & Delivery
Full menu available for pickup or delivery through our website or third-party delivery apps.
$25
starting at
Reviews
4.1
7 reviews
7 reviews
Lena S.
The kind of place that restores your belief that quality still matters in business. Every detail is considered, every customer is valued, and every result is exceptional.
Response from Side A
What a wonderful review! We are honored to have earned your loyalty and look forward to serving you for years to come.
Marco I.
If I could give more than five stars I would. Not because any single visit blew my mind but because every single visit has been exactly what it should be. That reliability is rare.
Response from Side A
Thanks for the great feedback! We are always working to earn that fifth star and appreciate you pointing us in the right direction.
Dawn B.
What impresses me most after all this time is the culture. Every team member seems genuinely happy to be there and that energy translates directly into the quality of service.
Response from Side A
We are so grateful for your trust in us. Reviews like this motivate our entire team to keep raising the bar.
Mike D.
Came here for a birthday dinner and it was perfect. They even brought out a little dessert when they heard it was a celebration. Food was great and atmosphere was on point.
4 people found this helpful
Response from Side A
Thank you for choosing us for your restaurant needs in San Francisco! We appreciate the kind words and look forward to helping you again.
Rodney M.
Second visit confirmed what we thought the first time - this place is legit. Tried different dishes and they were all solid. The specials are underrated here.
1 person found this helpful
Response from Side A
Thank you for your honest feedback. We take all reviews seriously and would love the chance to make it right.
Christina B.
Came back for a second round and the quality was just as strong as the first time. Consistency is everything and these folks have it dialed in.
Response from Side A
We appreciate your continued patronage and your honest review. Your input helps us keep improving.
Diana L.
Exceeded our expectations on every level. The attention to detail, the professionalism, and the final result were all outstanding. Already referred them to two neighbors.
Location
San Francisco, CA 94102
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated April 2026
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