Tommy's Joynt in California

"Finally able to revisit this place. Walked into a semi- crowded bar and restaurant with all the locals. Right before a concert nearby as all the old rockers were pregaming. Wonderful crowd and best tasting cuts of meat. Roast beef, bbq brisket and turkey our entourage ordered. Spaghetti, mashed potatoes and salads were our sides, with many other options we wish we could of tried. The bar was hopping, diverse crowd as well. After over eating the place was packed, with always a line for the food. Get here if never been, you'll be back like I plan too."

"Step back in time to this Barbary Coast Inn. Dark wood interior of booths, tables or Bar seating. Still serving hearty meals by the plate of carved beef, chicken, potatoes, vegetables. cold beer on tap classic cocktails. Reasonable prices and kind of a neighborhood vibe as all kinds of People rolled in at dinner time. Acessible. Did not see any dogs or kids."

"WHAT A JOINT!!!! Love this place. Its old, gritty and good like I like it. The pastrami is fantastic and the green beans are outstanding. This is a stand up order and seat yourself bar that is a staple to San Fran. They do it right and it is super affordable….two can eat for under $50 without a problem. Its old school with simply spectacular MEATS!!!!!! Its worth the walk."

"I've been coming here for over 10 years. Still amazing as always, you can never go wrong with the brisket. And their cocktails are amazing too. Fun fact, this is also the historic spot where Metallica asked Jason Newsted to join them in October 1986"

"I love this joint!! I love the go to the counter and get what you want freshly sliced and delicious . I am a sucker for Thanksgiving dinner and this place delivers deliciously. You have to ask for cranberry sauce but I can forgive that. The stuffing is delicious but I don't care for the texture I like mine less wet. The gravy is divine mashed potatoes are real. The guys behind the counter are great and seem to be used to people not knowing what to order because it all looks so good . The bartenders were great and made excellent suggestions. I have been here multiple times during my visit to San Francisco. Do not miss out on this joint! Get a filling meal at a reasonable price and make sure you do not skip those house made pickles . I am not a pickle guy but these were exceptional. The charm of this place oozes old school and a no nonsense way of doing things. If you have read this review thank you. You have been great I have been Mike C!!"

"Whenever we are in the bay area, we try to stop by Tommy's Joynt for something to eat. And after watching DDD, it just was the place we had to try. The food is great and the portion sizes are awesome. All at a great price that won't put a hole in your pocket. Service was awesome and the staff were very friendly. Atmosphere is super cozy and lively at the same time with moderate noise but not overly loud so you can still hear your friends talk with you at your table. Ordering is very similar to a cafeteria setting where you get a tray and order what you want at the counter and the staff make it right there for you. We ordered the corned beef sandwich with Aus Jus and it was awesome. The next time we stop by, we definitely want to try the lamb shank, cause it looks so yummy. Highly recommend you try it when you are in the bay area. You won't regret it."

"We've been going here since 1990 and still love this place, it's our mom's favorite , got the Classic Beef Sandwich with Au Jus and even got 5 orders of the Slim Dinners, Pastrami, Corned Beef, BBQ Beef Brisket for take out."

"Classic SF joint with great food served classic Hof Brau style. I got the hot pastrami sandwich and it was great. Irish Coffee as good as the original at half the price. Just go. The decor is amazing."