A HOWLING DEBUT
Wolfbane recently opened in October, and Rupert and Carrie Blease is giving readers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the city’s most anticipated new restaurants.
Introducing Wolfsbane: A New Chapter in San Francisco Dining
This October, San Francisco food lovers welcomed a bold new entry: Wolfsbane, created by Rupert and Carrie Blease (former owners of Lord Stanley) alongside longtime collaborator Tommy Halvorson.
Founded in the heart of Dogpatch at 2495 3rd Street (the former Serpentine space), Wolfsbane promises an intimate, refined culinary experience.
In their own words, Rupert and Carrie envision Wolfsbane as a kind of restorative force for a city in flux, “something transformative” that feeds not only the body but also the spirit.
Behind the Scenes: What We Know So Far
- Menus with heart and memory
Wolfsbane will feature a 10-course tasting menu rooted in Northern California’s finest seasonal ingredients. Expect to see revisited favorites from Lord Stanley, like onion petals with sherry vinegar, buttermilk cabbage with sea urchin, and the legendary pain au jus. And their showpiece dish: a heritage hen baked inside sourdough, cut open tableside and served with truffle jus and consommé.
- A more intimate, dynamic space
Wolfsbane will offer a leaner, more personal dining setting, about 18 seats in the main dining room and 20 in a private space. The design, by Seth Boor, brings warm light and a refined modern feel to the historic industrial shell. A full bar, cocktails, natural wines, and whisky selections complement the tasting menu.
- Roots and relationships
Rupert, Carrie, and Tommy share a long history of collaboration. Halvorson was previously involved in Serpentine and heads Fire Society catering; Carrie and Rupert built their reputation with Lord Stanley, which earned a Michelin star during its run. Their goal is to carry forward the same spirit of hospitality and creativity, while grounding it in the local community.
At Meals on Wheels San Francisco, we see every meal as more than food, it’s dignity, connection, and care. In Wolfsbane’s ambition to nourish both body and spirit, we see kindred values. As this restaurant opens its doors, our shared city gains another space devoted to mindful, beautiful hospitality and another potential partner in the vibrant community of Bay Area food lovers and supporters.
Stay tuned and we’ll continue to bring you exclusive updates, interviews, and stories from the Wolfsbane team as they make their final preparations.