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The Progress

Japantown · New American

1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA, 94115Directions
4.6★★★★★★★★★★1,357 reviews

Inventive New American for celebratory meals.

The Progress is a $$$ New American restaurant in Japantown, San Francisco. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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Why go

The Progress is a $$$$ New American restaurant with a 4.6 Google rating across 1,357 reviews, and the praise clusters around surprise: creative, seasonal dishes; polished presentation; and a special-occasion feel. Reviewers call out everything from halibut crudo and king salmon to yuba stir fry and crispy Hodo tofu with mango and green curry.

editorial/ updated 30d ago

Fast facts

  • The Progress has 28 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Blackbird activity began September 26, 28 with the latest check-in on February 4, 2025.
  • Thursday and Monday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google reviewers praise creative dishes.
  • Highlighted reviews call out friendly staff and attentive service.
editorial/ updated 30d ago

Did you know

On Blackbird, The Progress is busiest on Thursdays and Mondays.

editorial/ updated 30d ago

What people say

What people say

From real reviews
  • “Great vibe”×2
  • “good food”×2
  • “Great vibe good food”
  • “vibe good food”
  • “vibe good food Highly”
  • “with creative dishes and delightful taste”
  • “The food was phenomenal”
  • “dishes and delightful”
The Progress was full of surprises, with creative dishes and delightful taste. The food was phenomenal, to say the least. Very well presented and tasted great. We ordered Cheese stuffed masa, Toast with artichoke aioli, Garlicky pole beans & idiazabal cheese, Crispy hodo tofu…
Kirti Singh2 months ago
My family came here for my sister’s celebratory graduation dinner and it was wonderful! Although I’ve been here (plus Anchovy Bar and State Bird) before, The Progress always surprises and delights with its seasonal and creative dishes. I particularly enjoyed the veal and halib…
Kaylee George3 months ago
From the friendly staff to the Michelin-Star menu, my party of 4 loved our meal at The Progress. The One Man Punch cocktail was deceptively smooth and delicious. Standout dishes include the Brown Butter Cherries & Labneh, Halibut Crudo, King Salmon, and the superb Floating Isl…
connorado93 months ago
Google reviews/ updated 30d ago

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Flynet check ins

28

Neighborhood

Japantown

Inside The Progress

Review signal

4.6

1,357 Google reviews

$$$$

Google Places/ updated 30d ago

Guide

Inside The Progress

Why go

The Progress is a $$$$ New American restaurant with a 4.6 Google rating across 1,357 reviews, and the praise clusters around surprise: creative, seasonal dishes; polished presentation; and a special-occasion feel. Reviewers call out everything from halibut crudo and king salmon to yuba stir fry and crispy Hodo tofu with mango and green curry.

editorial/ updated 30d ago

Review signal

4.6

1,357 Google reviews

$$$$

Google Places/ updated 30d ago

What to order

editorial/ updated 30d ago

What people say

What people say

From real reviews
  • “Great vibe”×2
  • “good food”×2
  • “Great vibe good food”
  • “vibe good food”
  • “vibe good food Highly”
  • “with creative dishes and delightful taste”
  • “The food was phenomenal”
  • “dishes and delightful”
The Progress was full of surprises, with creative dishes and delightful taste. The food was phenomenal, to say the least. Very well presented and tasted great. We ordered Cheese stuffed masa, Toast with artichoke aioli, Garlicky pole beans & idiazabal cheese, Crispy hodo tofu…
Kirti Singh2 months ago
My family came here for my sister’s celebratory graduation dinner and it was wonderful! Although I’ve been here (plus Anchovy Bar and State Bird) before, The Progress always surprises and delights with its seasonal and creative dishes. I particularly enjoyed the veal and halib…
Kaylee George3 months ago
From the friendly staff to the Michelin-Star menu, my party of 4 loved our meal at The Progress. The One Man Punch cocktail was deceptively smooth and delicious. Standout dishes include the Brown Butter Cherries & Labneh, Halibut Crudo, King Salmon, and the superb Floating Isl…
connorado93 months ago
Google reviews/ updated 30d ago

Fast facts

  • The Progress has 28 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Blackbird activity began September 26, 28 with the latest check-in on February 4, 2025.
  • Thursday and Monday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google reviewers praise creative dishes.
  • Highlighted reviews call out friendly staff and attentive service.
editorial/ updated 30d ago

Did you know

On Blackbird, The Progress is busiest on Thursdays and Mondays.

editorial/ updated 30d ago
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FAQ

What kind of food does The Progress serve?

The Progress serves New American cuisine.

How expensive is The Progress?

The Progress is in the $$$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

Where is The Progress located?

The Progress is located at 1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA, 94115.

How do I check in at The Progress?

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

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