San Francisco’s dining scene is getting a refreshing addition with the opening of Cafe Sebastian, an all-day eatery nestled beside the Transamerica Building. The restaurant is the brainchild of renowned Miami chef Bradley Kilgore, aiming to beckon locals and tourists alike with its variety of offerings. From morning pastries to a full dinner menu accompanied by cocktails, Cafe Sebastian promises a versatile culinary experience at 545 Sansome St., debuting on November 14, as reported by
SF Chronicle
.
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With a clear emphasis on quality and convenience, the cafe is strategically positioned to cater to a spectrum of desires, from the dawn coffee rush of downtown workers to an intimate evening meal. Designed to suit any time of day, Cafe Sebastian will operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, Saturdays from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, and Sundays from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, as
OpenTable
details.
In an effort to bring new flavors to San Francisco’s already diverse pastry scene, Chef Kilgore has introduced a standout item: babka. The sweet and savory brioche-style bread comes with unique fillings like cocoa-walnut praline or Parmesan and herbs. The SF Chronicle article mentions, “Kilgore decided the heart of the pastry program should be a treat that’s relatively less common here: babka.” This move is likely to intrigue those yearning for an alternative to the typical croissant of the city. Beyond babka, the cafe also boasts a Caesar salad that Chef Kilgore claims transforms into a “salty, smoky, cheesy” delight upon adding smoked trout.
Technological savvy plays a vital role in the kitchen, particularly due to the absence of a hood, with high-tech ovens enabling dishes like roasted half chickens to be prepared rapidly. This innovation underscores the cafe’s commitment to speed without compromising flavor, matching the pace of urban lifestyles. Furthermore, the joint will feature MadLab within its walls, providing patrons with gelato and Japanese-style shaved ice. “It won’t be on the menu but diners will be able to order ‘a la mode anything,'” Kilgore promised, in a statement obtained by the SF Chronicle.
Yet, Cafe Sebastian is merely the first chapter of the bigger story within the Transamerica Pyramid’s transformation. Still to come are Kilgore’s other ventures, including Ama, an Italian-Japanese hybrid eatery, and a Japanese-inspired hi-fi lounge. Every venue imbues Kilgore’s philosophy of approachable yet refined flavors, as manifested in a menu that, according to SF Chronicle, features dishes like puttanesca agnolotti with uni fondue sauce. This expansion not only marks Kilgore’s debut in the San Francisco food landscape but also becomes a piece of the wider regeneration of San Francisco’s downtown.
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