Press
“If this spot flies a bit under the radar, that may be because devotees don't want to clue the rest of the world into the mid-2000s German Rieslings and Vouvrays that owner Matt Straus offers for less than $100.”
“California takes on French bistro classics, like duck confit salad and bacon-and-onion tart, are completely satisfying.”
“Heirloom is one of those restaurants that deals in comfort, not novelty.”
Esther Mobley, San Francisco Chronicle (2023)
“There is a man in San Francisco who once went to Pittsburgh to study philosophy and came back to pour Burgundy. This is not a tragedy. This is, in fact, the origin story of one of the city's most quietly extraordinary wine programs.”
The Philosopher Who Chose Wine, Drink Revel Wine
“…crafts a handful of hyper-local dishes to pair with really nice wines.”
Patricia Unterman, San Francisco Examiner, Top Taste Treats of 2010 (2010)
“…serves new takes on simple fare like marinated-beet salad.”
Bon Appétit
“…it feels as if you’re eating in someone’s home.”
“His menu is as well chosen and focused as the wines.”
Michael Bauer, San Francisco Chronicle
Notable Coverage
The New York Times — 36 Hours in San Francisco
Named in the Times’ iconic ‘36 Hours’ travel series — the paper’s guide to a city’s essential experiences.
Financial Times — Best Restaurants of 2013, Nicholas Lander
One of only two American restaurants named worldwide in the Financial Times’ annual global best restaurants list.
Food and Wine — Top Sommeliers of 2011, Matt Straus
Founder Matt Straus named among the country’s top sommeliers.
SF Gate — Heirloom Cafe Has Promising Start
An early review welcoming Heirloom Café to the Mission District.
DiRoNA — Distinguished Restaurants of North America
Distinguished Restaurants of North America Award Recipient.