Routier Menu Overview

Nestled in the heart of Lower Pacific Heights, San Francisco, Routier offers a refined yet approachable dining experience that artfully blends French inspiration with a vibrant Californian twist. The menu shines with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients that bring bold and nuanced flavors to your plate, making it a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts and trend-conscious travelers alike.

Starters

Begin your culinary journey with an exquisite array of starters that set the tone for an unforgettable meal. The Dungeness Crab Pavé combines delicate crab meat with a herby, lemony mayonnaise resting on a perfectly textured potato pavé, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. For mushroom lovers, the Hen of the Woods ’Au Poivre’ is a must-try, featuring tender mushrooms on crushed potatoes with a robust peppercorn sauce. The Chicken Liver Mousse offers a rich, velvety contrast, paired with sweet onion and tart red currant compotes served alongside crisp multigrain crackers.

Other starters like the Crispy Monterey Squid come with a piquant beurre diable sauce and pickled chilies that provide a subtle heat, while the refreshing Fennel Salad with Dates, Feta, and Curry Vinaigrette offers a vibrant combination of sweet, tangy, and savory notes to awaken your palate.

Mains

Routier’s mains showcase a masterful blend of French technique and Californian ingredients, elevating classic dishes with unexpected twists. The Green Garlic Risotto is a creamy delight, enriched with fava leaf pesto, earthy mushrooms, and aged parmesan that delivers depth and comfort in every bite. Another standout is the Corn Risotto, featuring sweet corn, chanterelles, and smoky Fiscalini cheddar that marry sweetness with umami in perfect harmony.

For seafood aficionados, the Seared Scallops come paired with caramelized sunchokes, creamy leeks, and a rich red wine sauce that transforms the dish into a luxurious experience. The Black Cod is dressed with a luscious lobster sauce, complemented by tender sunchokes and fragrant tarragon, offering a delicate yet flavorful plate. The Halibut entrée is a colorful medley of fresh peppers, potatoes, and zucchini, showcasing the beauty of simple, seasonal produce.

Meat lovers will appreciate the hearty Shortrib Confit served with a creamy celeriac-chestnut puree, braised cabbage, and a whole grain mustard jus that is both rich and sophisticated. Alternatively, the Braised Lamb Shoulder is a complex composition of navy beans, roasted pepper pistou, caramelized eggplant, and pine nut marmalade, delivering tender, aromatic satisfaction.

Desserts

Conclude your meal on a sweet note with exquisite desserts crafted to delight. The Panna Cotta is light and creamy, infused with bright tangerine and passionfruit flavors, and topped with a crunchy poppyseed crumble for textural contrast. For a richer indulgence, the Dark Chocolate Mousse envelops you in velvety chocolate accented by a coffee crumble and topped with airy Chantilly cream, perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a refined finale.

Drinks and Specials

Complementing the menu is a curated selection of wines, including sparkling Chenin Blanc that pairs beautifully with both small plates and mains. Routier also serves expertly crafted cocktails, coffee, beer, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for savoring every sip alongside your meal. While the specials rotate seasonally, the duck confit stands out as a highlight, featuring perfectly crispy skin and a rich, sweet sauce harmonizing with caramelized sunchokes.

4.3

2801 California St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA

(415) 766-9997

Cerrado - Abre 5:30 PM

Lunes

Closed

Martes

Closed

Miércoles

17:30–21:00

Jueves

17:30–21:00