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4.9
Exceptional(2459)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Western Addition
Booked 42 times today
The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.
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4.7
Exceptional(2615)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights
Booked 31 times today
Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.
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4.6
Exceptional(313)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Korean • Western Addition
Booked 21 times today
Korean Tapas Restaurant. Inspired by traditional Korean cuisine...not traditional Korean cuisine.The Korean word ‘Bansang’ refers to the style of table setting for the kings and nobles of the Joseon, a Korean dynastic kingdom that prospered for more than five centuries. At Bansang, we wish to serve all of our guests with the same care and sincerity as the chefs did for their royalty in those times past.Korean fare is built around enjoying various distinctive types of dishes simultaneously rather than in separate courses, as this allows every person to experience continuously changing flavor combinations unique to Korean culture. Our guests can expect a modern, creative perspective on this traditional style of Korean cuisine.
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4.8
Exceptional(1747)
Price: Moderate
• French • Pacific Heights
Booked 20 times today
Florio offers a variety of trattoria & bistro classics; a "greatest hits" of rustic cafe food- including Steak Frites and pan-roasted heirloom Chicken.We feature a market-to-table local fish offering daily (as available). Simple dishes such as Seafood Stew and house-made seasonal Pasta round out the comforting menu. Veal, Pork & Ricotta meatballs are an everyday favorite with our regulars! The menu changes daily to make the most of local, seasonal, organic meat, fish, and produce. A small but savvy wine list of exceptional Napa producers, Italian specialties, and French vintners competes at the amiable bar with an admirable selection of pastis, select eau de vie and traditional spirits from around the world.
A photo of The Anchovy Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(836)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Western Addition
Booked 13 times today
From the team that brought you State Bird Provisions and The Progress, The Anchovy Bar is a wine and seafood bar that specializes in West Coast oysters, small fish and sustainably raised shellfish. We work with small producers that favor traditional and antique processes with origin stories that matter and inspire.
A photo of House of Prime Rib restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(15815)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 244 times today
62 years of loyal customers can't be wrong. We are grateful to all of our customers, employees, and critics (...though we may not always agree!). The only way to find out the truth is with a visit. Oft imitated, never duplicated. Thank you in advance.
A photo of Four Kings restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(126)
Price: Expensive
• Cantonese • Chinatown
Booked 10 times today
"The food at Four Kings reads like a metaphor for growing up Chinese in America: you're never Chinese enough for people from China & Hong Kong, and you're not white enough to be American." -- from a recent diner.
A photo of Corzetti restaurant
4.5
Awesome(345)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 48 times today
Step off the bustling streets of Union Square and into a glamorous, coastal Italian getaway. Corzetti is a Ligurian restaurant and bar that evokes summers spent on the Italian Riviera where life moves at a slower pace, and seaside restaurants serve up menus influenced by the day’s catch and peak-season produce from the region.Chef Tali Missirlian's focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and handmade pasta reflects our commitment to sustainability and quality. You'll find fresh seafood-forward dishes on our menu including pizza, pasta and more, which pair perfectly with creative cocktails from our bar and an extensive list of Italian wines. Come in for lunch, happy hour, or a quick dinner before a show. Host birthday parties and get togethers in our private dining room. From our cozy and intimate atmosphere to our knowledgeable and attentive service, Corzetti invites you to savor the essence of Liguria's relaxed seaside culture in the heart of the city.
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4.7
Exceptional(1868)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 59 times today
Che Fico, is a California Italian restaurant from Chefs David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer in San Francisco's NOPA neighborhood. The food focuses on Italian cuisine through the lens of California. It’s our vision of Northern California as if it is a region in Italy, our connection to the region, and our love for Italian culinary practices. The rustic, market-driven menu features handmade pasta, pizzas, antipasti, housemade salumi, meat, and fish plus dishes from the Jewish-Roman heritage known as “Cucina Ebraica.” The beverage program focuses heavily on both Italian and Californian wines with a cocktail program that utilizes a variety of spirits, amaros, and seasonal ingredients. Che Fico is a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food, and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance.
A photo of Dalida restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(840)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Presidio
Booked 67 times today
Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

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  • Kaitlin
    Vancouver / British Columbia •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    A beautiful space and a delicious experience. Treat it like a tapas situation and try as many dishes as possible.
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    The ProgressPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Western Addition
    4.9
  • Kyle
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Cannot say enough good things about the place. Atmosphere was quiet enough for a conversation, the burger was cooked to perfection (I like it very rare), and the drinks were awesome. John and David are fantastic, and the experience was amazing overall. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a good restaurant in the area.
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    FlorioPrice: Moderate• French• Pacific Heights
    4.8
  • Carmenvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We really enjoyed our dinner at Bansang! We were here as a party of 6 celebrating a friend’s birthday. With a group our size we were able to try a lot of items from the menu, since everything was meant to be shared as tapas. Highlights were the uni scallop toast, mulwhee noodles, jellyfish salad, sunchoke and truffle, rice cakes and chorizo, and the cod. Our favorite dessert item was the banana ice cream. The dishes were all full of flavor. Service was excellent and the ambiance was warm and relaxed. This is a great spot for both date nights and group dinners!
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    BansangPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Korean• Western Addition
    4.6
  • Janevip
    New York City •57 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 30, 2024
    Fantastic food! We had the tasting menu and it was incredible! The service was excellent as well! Will definitely return again!
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    OctaviaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Pacific Heights
    4.7
  • Judy
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Aug 27, 2024
    I’ve been to Anchovies Bar on numerous occasions and ALL of it, from the food, service and ambiance, it is top of the line. It’s anchovy season so get there now if you want a real”party in your mouth” experience! The anchovies were incredible and Chef Stuart brings them up to a whole different level w/his amazing and delicious recipes. HIGHLY recommend this place, you’ll be a return customer, it’s all about the seafood!
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    The Anchovy BarPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Western Addition
    4.7
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