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El Porteno/Embarcadero

Embarcadero · 10X Coffee Club

Marketplace 1, Ferry Building #18, San FranciscoDirections
4.1★★★★★★★★★★34 reviews

Argentine beef, low-key polish, and Blackbird activity on Wednesday and Friday.

El Porteno is a $$ 10X Coffee Club restaurant in Embarcadero, San Francisco. It has logged 1,006 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Thursday mornings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

Marketplace 1, Ferry Building #18 · Embarcadero

Monday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
elporteno.com

Why go

El Porteno sits in Latin American territory with a clear Argentine pull in the reviews: beef from Argentina, well-cooked steak, empanadas, and Milanesa Napolitana all get named by diners. Guests describe low-key vibes, friendly, attentive service, and a comfortable atmosphere.

editorial/ updated 9d ago

Fast facts

  • Google shows a 4.5 rating across 767 reviews.
  • Blackbird records 1,006 all-time on-chain check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Wednesday and Friday.
  • A reviewer singled out Milanesa Napolitana during an Argentina game visit.
  • Highlighted reviews praise attentive service, including frequent water refills.
editorial/ updated 9d ago

Did you know

Blackbird has logged 1,006 on-chain check-ins here, with Wednesday and Friday as the busiest days.

editorial/ updated 9d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastLunch

Drinks

CoffeeBeer

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDelivery
Google Places/ updated 9d ago

Full menu

  • Carne

    Grass-fed beef and cage-free hard-boiled eggs seasoned with cinnamon, brown sugar, and broth-plumped raisins with sautéed onions, green olives, and salt

  • Camarones

    Fresh shrimp from the Bay with creamy Italian-style Parmesan cheese and snappy green onions

  • Champiñones

    Fresh blend of mushrooms sautéed with shallots, aged Parmesan, and crème fraîche

  • La Maradona

    Local tomatoes with aromatic basil and creamy mozzarella cheese

  • Esparragos

    Local asparagus sautéed in garlic and olive oil with lemon zest, smoked Gouda cheese and roasted red peppers

  • Pollo

    Oven-roasted organic chicken breast marinated in raisins with roasted onions and green olives

  • Jamon y Queso

    Salty prosciutto and sweet Fontina cheese

  • Fugazetta

    Aged white cheddar cheese piled high with white onions and oregano

  • Acelga

    Local organic Swiss chard sautéed with garlic and toasted pine nuts in white wine glaze with creamy gruyère

  • Humita

    Sweet corn and milk with roasted red pepper and onion purée

  • Cordero

    Lamb braised with Malbec, diced onions, tomato paste, and aromatic blend of basil, parsley, and oregano

  • Espinacas

    Local organic spinach with smoky bacon, house-made maple syrup, and salty Parmesan cheese

seed menu intel/ updated 9d ago

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Check in momentum

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Activity13
check ins · last 30 days · 4d agocheck ins · last 30 dayslast check in · 4d ago

Flynet check ins

1,006

Neighborhood

Embarcadero

When it's busy

Usually busy right now

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Marketplace 1, Ferry Building #18 · Embarcadero

Monday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Inside El Porteno

Review signal

4.1

34 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 9d ago

Guide

Inside El Porteno

Why go

El Porteno sits in Latin American territory with a clear Argentine pull in the reviews: beef from Argentina, well-cooked steak, empanadas, and Milanesa Napolitana all get named by diners. Guests describe low-key vibes, friendly, attentive service, and a comfortable atmosphere.

editorial/ updated 9d ago

Review signal

4.1

34 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 9d ago

Full menu

  • Carne

    Grass-fed beef and cage-free hard-boiled eggs seasoned with cinnamon, brown sugar, and broth-plumped raisins with sautéed onions, green olives, and salt

  • Camarones

    Fresh shrimp from the Bay with creamy Italian-style Parmesan cheese and snappy green onions

  • Champiñones

    Fresh blend of mushrooms sautéed with shallots, aged Parmesan, and crème fraîche

  • La Maradona

    Local tomatoes with aromatic basil and creamy mozzarella cheese

  • Esparragos

    Local asparagus sautéed in garlic and olive oil with lemon zest, smoked Gouda cheese and roasted red peppers

  • Pollo

    Oven-roasted organic chicken breast marinated in raisins with roasted onions and green olives

  • Jamon y Queso

    Salty prosciutto and sweet Fontina cheese

  • Fugazetta

    Aged white cheddar cheese piled high with white onions and oregano

  • Acelga

    Local organic Swiss chard sautéed with garlic and toasted pine nuts in white wine glaze with creamy gruyère

  • Humita

    Sweet corn and milk with roasted red pepper and onion purée

  • Cordero

    Lamb braised with Malbec, diced onions, tomato paste, and aromatic blend of basil, parsley, and oregano

  • Espinacas

    Local organic spinach with smoky bacon, house-made maple syrup, and salty Parmesan cheese

seed menu intel/ updated 9d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastLunch

Drinks

CoffeeBeer

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDelivery
Google Places/ updated 9d ago

Fast facts

  • Google shows a 4.5 rating across 767 reviews.
  • Blackbird records 1,006 all-time on-chain check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Wednesday and Friday.
  • A reviewer singled out Milanesa Napolitana during an Argentina game visit.
  • Highlighted reviews praise attentive service, including frequent water refills.
editorial/ updated 9d ago

Did you know

Blackbird has logged 1,006 on-chain check-ins here, with Wednesday and Friday as the busiest days.

editorial/ updated 9d ago
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FAQ

How popular is El Porteno?

El Porteno has logged 1,006 check ins on Blackbird.

When is El Porteno busiest?

El Porteno is busiest on Thursday mornings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does El Porteno serve?

El Porteno serves 10X Coffee Club and Latin American cuisine.

How expensive is El Porteno?

El Porteno is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at El Porteno?

Download the Blackbird app, visit El Porteno in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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