The Progress

MacKenzie Chung Fegan

“See on map #6 in 2025 San Francisco GenreCalifornian Price$$$ A solo diner in ripped jeans is sitting at the bar, eating an off-menu hot dog topped with kimchi. Behind him, members of a wedding party in tuxedos and gowns sling their arms around one another’s shoulders as they ascend the stairs to the private dining room. The Progress, statuesque sister to State Bird Provisions (No. 36) and Anchovy Bar, is a restaurant for all occasions, the kind of place where you can picture celebrating life’s milestones and Saturday’s late-night cravings alike. Address 1525 Fillmore St., San Francisco Have you been? [Bookable on](https://www.opentable.com/r/the-progress-san-francisco-1?utm_source=sfc&utm_m”

Dianne de Guzman

“Just next door to sister restaurant State Bird, the Progress has another star in its own right, and the big duck platter and peanut milk aren’t to be missed. The restaurant also has a [not-so-secret off-menu hot dog known as the Prog Dog](/2024/5/7/24150579/hot-dogs-san-francisco-bay-area), with just 12 available each night. (1 star) * [Book a table](https://reservations.safegraph.com/reserve/123505?utm_source=safegraph&utm_campaign=poi) * [1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=The%20Progress%2C%201525%20Fillmore%20St%2C%20San%20Francisco%2C%20CA%2094115%2C%20USA) * [415-673-1294](tel:4156731294) * [Visit website](https://theprogress-”

Dianne de Guzman

“The Progress underwent a renovation, and with the new look comes an updated, light-filled private space dubbed the Workshop situated above the main dining room. The space accommodates 40 seated diners or standing room for 50; some extra details can easily make your event feel more special, such as personalized menus, florals, and a chef appearance. To book an event, diners can reach out through [the Progress website](https://theprogress-sf.com/home/). * [Book a table](https://reservations.safegraph.com/reserve/123505?utm_source=safegraph&utm_campaign=poi) * [1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=The%20Progress%2C%201525%20Fillmore%20S”

“**Open for:**Dinner **Price range:**$$$ The work of Stuart Brioza, Nicole Krasinski, and managing partner Elizabeth DePalmer is without exaggeration the stuff of [Northern California legend](https://sf.eater.com/2024/5/31/24167232/state-bird-provisions-san-francisco). Their restaurants State Bird Provision, Anchovy Bar, and the Progress are proving grounds for chefs and a testament to the teams built up by Brioza and Krasinski. At the Progress, high ceilings and warm woods provide a cozy ambiance to playful, strong food: Liberty Farms half barbecued duck spiraling around huge plates and grilled half rabbit with shishito peppers, artichokes, and bacon. Word to the wise: [Order the hot dog bef”

“The Progress takes the choose-your-own-adventure route with its tasting menu. For $58 dollars, you choose four dishes among dozens of excellent options. But don't let your FOMO get the best of you -- other small, accompanying dishes will come out, and if you're really jonesing for a fifth (or sixth…) course, you can add more plates for 10 bucks a pop. The menu includes dishes like Spanish octopus, and boquerones, but it's also totally vegetarian-friendly -- there's a great dish involving beautiful spring potatoes and porcini, and another that pairs fresh ricotta with nectarines.”