Foreign Cinema
17 people recommendvia r/AskSF, r/sanfrancisco17 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Many people recommend Foreign Cinema for brunch, and several highlight its outdoor patio and courtyard. Two diners single out the Croque Madame, and two mention the Pop-Tart. One diner likes the French toast, one calls it pricey, and another says sitting outdoors early helps because the courtyard keeps noise down.
Address
Foreign Cinema, 2534 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Croque Madame, Pop Tart
- Best for
- Brunch
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/nycpunkfukka in r/AskSF · Dec 2023taste
Calls the croque Madame decadent and very filling, and names Foreign Cinema a favorite for reserved brunch.
- Recommendsu/sniffgriffspen in r/sanfrancisco · Apr 2026
Calls Foreign Cinema their favorite brunch spot and suggests ordering the pop tart.
- Recommendsu/erryonesgotathrowawa in r/AskSF · Nov 2025ambience
Suggests this classic option for the group and says its outdoor seating is charming.
- Recommendsu/DraytonCS in r/AskSF · May 2025
Names Foreign Cinema when asked for brunch recommendations.
- Recommendsu/CoolAd745 in r/AskSF · Dec 2023
Lists this place among several brunch answers, with no further detail.
- Recommendsu/paulhaahr in r/sanfrancisco · Apr 2026
Agrees with others' picks and says Foreign Cinema is good.
- Recommendsu/saposguy in r/sanfrancisco · Apr 2026taste
Replying to the Foreign Cinema pick, recommends the Croque Madame and calls it really good.
- Recommendsu/ilikehighchances in r/AskSF · Apr 2025
Suggests the Mission venue Foreign Cinema in reply to the brunch request, adding no other detail.
Show all 17 cited comments
- Recommendsu/neBular_cipHer in r/AskSF · Mar 2024ambience
Recommended for large parties, citing a spacious outdoor patio and easy table combining.
- Recommendsu/yousetthetonecarter in r/AskSF · Feb 2024ambience
Praises this Mission spot's patio for brunch but notes it is expensive.
- Recommendsu/Such_Track_5235 in r/AskSF · Apr 2026ambience
Says it can work when you sit outdoors at an early time, as the courtyard reduces noise.
- Recommendsu/thelmaandpuhleeze in r/AskSF · Apr 2025
Names Foreign Cinema as a brunch place they enjoy.
- Recommendsu/jmconcierge in r/AskSF · Apr 2025ambience
Recommends brunch there as an unusual spot with tasty meals and a vibe they have not encountered elsewhere.
- Recommendsu/baconvalhalla in r/AskSF · Jan 2024taste
Says they like Foreign Cinema's French toast.
- Recommendsu/No_Willingness_4318 in r/AskSF · Feb 2026
Names Foreign Cinema as the brunch answer.
- Recommendsu/FuelFragrant in r/AskSF · Feb 2026
Names Foreign Cinema as the brunch answer.
- Recommendsu/Individual_Tailor767 in r/AskSF · Apr 2025ambience
Under the brunch/lunch heading, praises the patio film setting and lists oysters and a lavender Pop-Tart.
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Details last checked 13 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.