Nestled in the vibrant heart of San Francisco, at the distinguished address of 1 S Park St, CA 94107, American Grille stands as a culinary landmark dedicated to celebrating the rich tapestry of American cuisine. More than just a dining establishment, it is an experience crafted around quality ingredients, time-honored cooking techniques, and an atmosphere that balances sophisticated elegance with genuine warmth. For those seeking an authentic taste of contemporary American fare, executed with precision and passion, American Grille offers a compelling destination.
Our philosophy centers on honoring classic dishes while embracing modern culinary innovation. We believe that the best meals are built upon a foundation of exceptional sourcing—from prime cuts of meat to the freshest seasonal produce available. This commitment to quality permeates every aspect of the dining experience, ensuring that whether you are joining us for a casual lunch or a significant evening celebration, the standard remains exceptionally high. The location itself, situated near the bustling energy of the city's core, provides a perfect backdrop for both local residents and visitors eager to savor genuine American gastronomy.
American Grille has cultivated a reputation built on consistency and a deep respect for flavor profiles that resonate deeply with the American palate. We strive to create dishes that are familiar yet elevated, offering comfort food reimagined through a chef-driven lens. Our menu is a curated journey through regional specialties, presented with a refined touch that appeals to the discerning diner. The dedication to creating memorable moments around the table is what truly defines our establishment.
Key Highlights of the American Grille Experience
To truly understand what sets American Grille apart in the competitive San Francisco dining scene, consider these defining characteristics:
Commitment to Premium Ingredients: At the core of our culinary approach is an unwavering dedication to sourcing the finest components. This includes partnerships with trusted suppliers to ensure that every steak, every vegetable, and every element on the plate meets our stringent standards for freshness and quality. This focus on superior raw materials is non-negotiable and forms the bedrock of our flavor profiles.
Mastery of Classic Techniques: While we embrace innovation, we deeply respect the foundational techniques of American grilling and roasting. Our kitchen staff employs time-tested methods—slow smoking, precise searing, and careful temperature control—to bring out the inherent richness and texture of our primary offerings. This results in dishes that are both robust and perfectly executed.
Atmosphere of Refined Comfort: The interior design of American Grille is intentionally crafted to be inviting yet upscale. We aim to strike that perfect balance where guests feel comfortable relaxing over a long meal, yet appreciate the attention to detail in the surroundings. It is an environment conducive to conversation, celebration, and savoring the moment.
Thoughtful Beverage Program: Complementing our food menu is a carefully curated selection of beverages designed to enhance the dining experience. This includes a diverse wine list featuring both established American vineyards and exciting new world selections, alongside a robust offering of craft beers and classic cocktails, all chosen to pair harmoniously with our hearty fare.
These pillars—quality sourcing, technical excellence, inviting ambiance, and thoughtful pairings—are what consistently draw patrons back to 1 S Park St. We understand that dining out is about more than just sustenance; it is about connection, atmosphere, and the pleasure derived from expertly prepared food.
A Warm Invitation to Dine
American Grille is more than a location; it is a culinary destination where the spirit of American hospitality meets world-class execution. We invite you to step away from the everyday and immerse yourself in an environment where every detail is considered, from the moment you walk through our doors until your final course. Our team is dedicated to providing attentive, knowledgeable service that enhances your meal without ever feeling intrusive. Whether you are planning a business dinner, a romantic evening, or simply craving an exceptional meal that speaks to the heart of American cooking, American Grille awaits your visit at its prime San Francisco location.
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the passion we pour into every plate, ensuring your experience is nothing short of memorable. Discover the true taste of American excellence right here in the city by the bay.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Outdoor seating
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Drive-through
Takeaway
Dine-in
Offerings
Alcohol
All you can eat
Beer
Coffee
Happy-hour food
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Menus
Grilled Cheese
MOUSETRAP (TM)US$9.00
MAC N CHEESE GRILLED CHEESEUS$12.00
MOSCONEUS$11.50
JALAPEÑO POPPERUS$11.00
CLUB TURKEYUS$11.50
PIGLETUS$12.50
CUBANOUS$13.50
REUBENUS$13.50
RED WHITE & BLUE PLATE SPECIAL
Soup, Salads and Sides
ORGANIC MIXED GREENSUS$5.00
BAMBOO'S SESAME KALEUS$11.50
VLAD'S MEDITERRANEAN QUINOAUS$12.50
ARCHIE'S CHICKENUS$13.50
STELLA'S COBBUS$13.50
FAMOUS SMOKY TOMATO SOUPUS$5.50
Baked Mac n' CheeseUS$9.50
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Reviews American Grille
Corrie Curry
22-06-2026
The sandwiches are ok to pretty good, I've had them all at this point since my boyfriend loves this place. The menu is a bit limited and the salads are a bit small for the price (I haven't tried one but my co-workers have). Their "free" … More
Phillip Johnson
19-06-2026
Just a small spot I have visited for something like 8-10 years. I juat dont think everyone would like chopped up pickles in the sourkraut. Im not big on all these new ways of preparing old dishes/sandwiches/etc....btw I love the mousetrap sandwich. More
Terry Sexton
15-06-2026
This was my first visit, and I will definitely be back! If you're looking for a tasty, delicious grilled cheese, this is your place! It is a little expensive for the size of the sandwich you get. It is not a big sandwich, so for some, it … More
Andrew Gowasack
07-06-2026
Spectacular grilled cheese sandwiches. I wanted to eat them all. This is comfort food on steroids!
David S
01-06-2026
Had the Ruben sandwich and it was really good. First time eating here, was on my way to the Giants game and wanted something to eat before I went in. Customer service was good and they had a decent menu with good options. … More
eun jun
23-05-2026
My favorite is Reubens grilled cheese sandwich especially with dipping sauce!! So yummy! And they have outdoor bench where I can bring my dogs!!
Alpha92
26-04-2026
Great food, good Lil drink selection. Teas and beers and wine. Some juice for kids and fresh baked goods. The jalapeños popper sandwich is amazing. The only reason 4 stars instead of 5 is not enough seating for this spot.
Helene Patel
08-04-2026
Great cheesey Mac and cheese grilled sandwich. Best tomato soup!
Cassandra Matkin
05-04-2026
Guy that took our order was friendly. Great grilled cheese. Tea was fresh. The Reuben came with a fresh, homemade sauce. Had outside seating because Covid is whack. I'd go back.
Tim R
03-04-2026
Great food and price. Free tap water. Sandwiches offered with dill spears. Food comes out fast.
Theodore Hellmann
24-03-2026
A fun place to grab lunch. The sandwiches are very tasty - usually a combination of a few different cheeses - and the soups are extremely hearty. Would recommend the baked potato soup - it’s enough for a meal on its own, and might be too much for a side. This place can get crowded at lunchtime, but the wait isn’t too bad.
Kate Stephens
18-03-2026
Has a nice outdoor patio for sitting - you can also head to the park nearby to enjoy some more greenery (what I usually do). … More
Cheyenne Maples
08-03-2026
This my new favorite lunch spot! The staff are super nice (very rare in the entitled side of town). The food is amazing! The price is not outrageous and the cafe is so cute! More
andrea chamblin
02-03-2026
The food was good. A grilled cheese with bacon and tomato soup...perfect after a flight! We were initially not feeling the small seating space inside, but we ended up at a perfect seat at the bar. This gave us a chance to talk to the … More
American Angler
18-02-2026
When my pal Cluster Hopinshaver called on Wednesday and said it's National Grilled Cheese day, I was all in!
The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen is Cluster's favorite restaurant, so off we went, the sandwiches were perfect.
Ashley
13-02-2026
Quick little grilled cheese spot! I normally come here before heading to a Giants game, but it’s also a great lunch place if you need something quick and easy. The food is good, but nothing spectacular. They have variety of different grilled cheese sandwiches you can choose from and have vegetarian options too. I usually pair my grilled cheese with a mimosa!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Alberto Vazquez
10-02-2026
Best grilled cheese and mimosas to start the day right. Light meal to get things going and a great place to ride a bike or scooter to.
Araceli Gutierrez
06-02-2026
I just had the most horrible experience ever! In the area for St Patrick’s day parade. I walked in to use restroom and then grab a bite. After 5 minutes of being in line the manager at the register said i needed to get out of line and buy … More
Tanairi Gonzalez
22-01-2026
Customer service was excellent! Food even better! The gentleman even gave us some sweets to try! Had the club turkey grilled cheese with the side of pickles and it was yummy 🤤 … More
Nahom Abegaze
14-01-2026
Enjoyable vibes. Just the right amount of grilled cheese options, and even better combo options. Pictured here is a half sandwich that I upgraded for $1 and a half salad that I upgraded for $1.50 + avocado @ $2.50. All in all, my order was $15 + top 😁 …
Steve Seebart
25-12-2025
Wonderful spot to grab a bite to eat before a Giants game. Staff was friendly and efficient, the food wonderful. Seating is a little uncomfortable, but adequate for a quick bite. We're going to be regulars!
Edison Huang
08-12-2025
We were really looking forward to their grilled cheese sandwiches. We ordered their mousetrap and their bbq mac and cheese grilled cheese sandwiches. The mousetrap is their most basic option offering 3 different kind of cheese. Felt like there should’ve been cheese oozing out from every bite but that was not the case. They could’ve also grilled the sandwich a bit longer for that good texture. The bbq mac and cheese sandwich didn’t save the day for us either. The bbq itself was tender and fell apart nicely but the flavors weren’t there. The amount of bbq was also disappointing. I do recommend using the bbq sauce they provide to add a little extra flavor. It’s definitely a place to try at least once and make the call yourself.
Don’t want to end this on a bad note so here are the goods we observed! Their pickles are good (well I’m biased cuz I love pickles). They have a good amount of food options. Parking is available next to the restaurant for those who didn’t walk here. It’s right across from 21st amendment but their beer is also available on tap. Good amount of outdoor seatings which help dog owners. It’s also super close to Oracle Park.
Service
Dine in
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Paid street parking
Michele Ryba
07-11-2025
I was so hungry and couldn't figure out what I wanted. San Francisco has so many choices that sometimes it makes it harder to decide. I decided to Google to see what was close and when I saw the reviews for the Mac and cheese grilled cheese I had to give it and try, very happy I did.
Great service, loved the outside seating and inside even cuter.
Ordered:
📍Grilled Cheese Mac & Cheese Sandwich
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
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Charlie Ramos
23-09-2025
The date was 3/16/2024
Went in to get some chocolate chip cookies. The cookies were great and all but what made me very uncomfortable was that a lady who really had to go to the … More
Julie Tam
18-09-2025
I ordered the jalapeño poppers grilled cheese and I loved it. Mac and cheese grilled cheese wasn't all that great. They messed up on our order, was quick to change it. 5 stars for the girl who was quick to get our correct order out, and the delicious strawberries.
JJ Wanda
15-09-2025
A pretty good grilled cheese place
The food itself is enjoyable with the bread being soft enough to enjoy but not … More
Chhavi Bhaskar
08-09-2025
Really cool spot for sandwiches. We tried chicken pesto and jalapeno popper chicken both were amazing. Staff is super friendly.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$10–20
Barry Louie
29-08-2025
Ordered one Moscone and one Cubano (both on sourdough) for lunch with a $5 mimosa (great deal) yesterday. Who can’t appreciate a proper grilled cheese sandwich with meats, pestos, and tapenades? Excellent!!
Leo U
17-08-2025
Mousetrap, their most basic option was quite average. I think i made a mistake going to a fast food place and ordering a sensible food. Next time, I will get something more outrageous like Mac n cheese.
One Guy
15-08-2025
I had the jalapeño poppers and it was perfect. The right amount of spice and the soft cheese helps cool the palette.
Manish Sathe
02-08-2025
Nice little restaurant for interesting grilled cheese varieties. Wasn’t very busy on weekends. Food tasted great! Especially the Mac and cheese stuffed grilled cheese!
Scott Beck
21-07-2025
I think the lady at the counter didn’t want to help me because I was ordering something not even close to on the menu and she didn’t want me to write a bad review. I have pku, which means I have a strict diet that means no meat or cheese. … More
Saminda Wijegunawardena
19-07-2025
Part of me wants to give this place 5 stars for just existing. And entire restaurant dedicated to inventive grilled cheese sandwiches is pretty epic. But the creations themselves just tasted fairly ordinary. … More
Greg S
09-07-2025
Unique selection of grilled cheese sandwiches, salads, and misc. food and wine. Limited inside seating, picnic tables outside. Grilled Mac and cheese sandwich was great. Excellent place to grab a quick bite.
Rob Goszkowski
02-07-2025
They've been doing it right for over 10 years. The piglet was one of my favorite sandwiches in the city for a long time but I'm partial to their reuben lately. The salads are a standout, completely enjoyed the ones I've tried. And any time … More
Quest Carrizales
20-06-2025
The sandwich was ok. Completely unremarkable.
Well, notably, it was not a grilled sandwich - which I was disappointed to learn … More
Anton Terekhov
18-06-2025
Quite good place for breakfast! There are inside and outside seating. We got our order really quickly. Sandwiches are crisp and delicious:)
Jeff Carroll
29-05-2025
Holy cow THIS PLACE ROCKS!!!!!
Do yourself a favor and get one of everything on the menu! We tried the kale salad and the Moscone sandwich and we were so impressed. The food was phenomenal and the staff was super super friendly. Will definitely be back!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Kevin J Poole
09-05-2025
It was good! I'm not any sort of grilled cheese fanatic or anything, but I really enjoyed it. I got the turkey club and the tomato soup. Soup seemed better than canned but I've never had an issue with Campbell's either haha. Anyways. Worth trying!
Mashhood Asalkhou
03-05-2025
Cool spot to come to especially for lunch and not too busy if you get here before noon. The reuben is mad good would definitely recommend it. Their pickle Spears are real good and they have solid draft options too. More
Reviews American Grille