Best Contemporary American Restaurants in Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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- DDianeSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoAmazing, delicious food and the service is always first rate. Server was Pam and she was awesome. Consume was yummy, the popovers are to die for and the apple pie and NM chocolate chip cookie….oh my gosh! So good. The petrale sole was tasty too. The ambience is the best! Love the view and the ceiling!More infoThe Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown / Union Square•4.8
- YYvonneSan Francisco Bay Area •46 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoMy husband and I went to the New Year's Day special 3-course brunch. The menu selection was excellent, the service was great, and the overall setting was lovely. My 3-course meal included the crab toast, Lobster egg benedicts, and apple tart. All the dishes were excellent. The freshly baked coffee cake was excellent too. If they decide to do it again next New Year's Day, I will sign up again.More infoSprucePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Presidio Heights•4.8
- AAustinSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoEach course was perfectly placed and presented. A very special meal and dining experience overall. The team were attentive to our timeframe and made sure we made it to our show on time. Truly excellent Michelin style service. Top notch.More infoNightbirdPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness•4.6
- TTimLos Angeles •16 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 27, 2024These are innovative, awake and aware professionals. The original energy and spirit of the restaurant are alive and evolving. Service: Excellent. Food: Excellent. Ambience: Excellent, energetic, present, engaging. This is what an exceptional experience feels like. Thanks to everyone at The Progress.More infoThe ProgressPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Western Addition•4.8
- AAudreySan Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 25, 2024The food quality at Octavia is very high. The chefs really know what they’re doing. We had a pre-fixe menu for Christmas Eve dinner and they accommodated dietary restrictions with advanced notice. They actually called a few days in advance of the reservation to confirm the dietary restrictions which was really nice. We had 9 courses I think and they were all delicious. My favorites were the soup and the pasta dishes. The service was also very good, the servers were very attending and accommodating. There was one dish I didn’t eat much of because it had radicchio in it which I don’t like, and our server offered to have the kitchen make me a replacement dish with a different lettuce instead. The only negative of Octavia is that it feels very cramped. The space is small and they squeeze in a lot of tables so you’re sitting basically on top of other diners and it’s a little awkward. Everything else was great though. I would definitely recommend Octavia as a good place for special occasions or bringing out of town visitors.More infoOctaviaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Pacific Heights•4.7
Discover best Contemporary American restaurants in Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Explore the vibrant dining scene in San Francisco's Civic Center/Hayes Valley/Van Ness area, where contemporary American cuisine takes center stage. This neighborhood is a culinary hotspot, offering a diverse array of dining experiences that cater to the sophisticated palate of food enthusiasts. The restaurants in this location pride themselves on their innovative menus that feature a blend of local ingredients and creative culinary techniques, providing a truly unique dining experience. Patrons can expect high-quality service, exquisite food presentation, and a delightful atmosphere that complements the modern American dishes served. Whether you're looking for a casual brunch spot or an elegant dinner setting, the area's restaurants are sure to impress with their dedication to culinary excellence and customer satisfaction. Enjoy the convenience of dining in close proximity to cultural landmarks like the War Memorial & Performing Arts Center, making it an ideal choice for a pre-show meal. Discover why the Civic Center/Hayes Valley/Van Ness area is celebrated for its contemporary American dining scene.