Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Bernal Heights

30 restaurants available nearby

1. Causwells

4.6

Exceptional(522)

Price: Moderate

• American • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 19 times today

Established in 2014 and reopened in 2022 with a reimagined interior, seasonal menu, and unique cocktail program, Causwells is a neighborhood American bistro rooted in the northern California style of cooking. Chef Adam Rosenblum draws from his diverse background to create a comforting menu that spotlights local, seasonal ingredients influenced by classic American dishes, European inspiration, and the American South. The cocktail menu from Beverage Director and Managing Partner Elmer Mejicanos redefines the American bistro, pulling inspiration from reimagined classics to seasonal offerings, to tableside experiences. Stop by Causwells’ new art deco-inspired space to enjoy a deliciously unique cocktail and smash-style Americana Cheeseburger – some say it’s the best in the country!

2. Trestle

4.8

Exceptional(2748)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 30 times today

Hi Neighbor!At Trestle, we remember a time, not too long ago, where people took pause to enjoy a meal in the presence of great company, giving it the reverence and respect deserved. We provide a dining experience served in courses, with the satisfaction and warmth found at a family gathering, creating the foundation to a proper meal. Every day we feature a changing 3 course prix fixe menu with choices on each course for $45/person. We will have an optional additional pasta course for $12/person. Unfortunately, we do not offer ala-carte options.We are able to accommodate vegetarian options nightly. We do our best to accommodate other allergies/restrictions based on the menu for that evening. Due to our limited spacing, we can accommodate parties of 8 or less only.

3. Gary Danko

4.8

Exceptional(1603)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 25 times today

Twenty-five years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.In a warm, enveloping space overhung with fresh flowers and vibrant artworks, an evening at Gary Danko is both intimate and theatrical—a loving nod to an old-world dining experience with its heart thoroughly planted in the new: fresh, locally grown and raised foods drawn from the region’s vast seasonal offerings, prepared with precision and flair.

4. AKIKOS

4.8

Exceptional(1607)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 11 times today

Located in the vibrant East Cut neighborhood, just a 15-minute walk from the Ferry Building, our diverse and sustainability-driven menu offers a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Omakase experience. We blend innovative takes on Japanese cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients and fish sourced from Tokyo’s renowned Toyosu Fish Market. Signature dishes, such as our Shokupan—grilled milk bread topped with toro and golden Kaluga caviar—and the aged, soy-cured bluefin tuna nigiri, showcase a harmonious fusion of premium seafood and thoughtfully curated ingredients, presented with creative flair.Please note, we currently offer Omakase experiences exclusively for lunch and dinner, with no à la carte options available. For guests seeking to enhance their experience, additional nigiri selections are available a la carte from our nama menu after the tasting. The Omakase lunch experience is priced at $150 per guest, and the Omakase dinner experience is priced at $255 per guest.

5. Nightbird

4.7

Exceptional(820)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 6 times today

Nightbird offers a 6 Course 6 Bite Menu, from chef, owner and James Beard Nominated, Kim Alter. It is an elegant boutique restaurant in the heart of San Francisco (Hayes Valley) embracing California's freshest, seasonal, local ingredients. the price of the menu is $195/person with a 16% service charge and 6% Heathy SF. Please understand we have 10 tables in our dining room, for that reason we do have the policy below.Cancellation policy: If cancelled after the 48 hour window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.For parties over 4 people, one weeks notice is needed for a cancellation. If cancelled after the 5 working day window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.

6. 3rd Cousin

4.6

Exceptional(571)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Bernal Heights

Cozy, intimate and romantic...Chef Greg Lutes has created a unique, innovative dining destination in Bernal Heights. Renowned for his Uni Crème Brûlée as well as well as his global approach to Californian Cuisine. Take a journey of the senses with his tasting menu or sit back and create your own menu. Polished service and a extensive wine list make dining at 3rd Cousin an event to savor and remember.

7. Seven Hills

4.8

Exceptional(2435)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 28 times today

Welcome to Seven Hills. We are a rustic neighborhood bistro offering regional Italian food, located in the Russian Hill Neighborhood of San Francisco. We serve great fresh affordable food. Our emphasis is on homemade pastas. Our wine list is small but extremely well thought out and complements our cooking style. We look forward to taking care of you and your guests. If you can not find what you are looking for online please call us directly at the restaurant. See you soon!

8. Bistro Ember

4.6

Exceptional(220)

Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Noe Valley

Booked 11 times today

At Ember, we offer local-Californian inspired cuisine with authentic & vibrant Mediterranean influences. We believe in only working with superior, fresh, organic & local ingredients that Bay Area farmers markets have to offer. We work with the seasonal harvest in an effort to showcase each distinguishable and perfectly in-season ingredient.

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9. COQUETA - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3342)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 26 times today

Brought to you by Award Winning Chef Michael Chiarello and located at Pier 5 on the bustling San Francisco Waterfront, Coqueta is inspired by the cuisines of Spain. Chef Chiarello feels that Spain’s signature ‘small plates’ coupled with the social vibrancy of their dining scene is the perfect combination for San Francisco, which has its own deep-rooted history with the country. Focusing on regional dishes from Madrid, Catalonia, the Basque Country and beyond, the menu will feature Chiarello's interpretation of traditional Spanish cuisine and, as has always been his tradition, will highlight the bounty of fresh, local ingredients from land and sea.Coqueta means “flirt” or “infatuation” in Spanish, and represents Michael Chiarello and his team’s exploration and interpretation of Spanish Cuisine, wine and inspired cocktails, while highlighting the bounty of Northern California.

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10. The Empress by Boon

4.5

Awesome(1360)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 20 times today

Empress by Boon is San Francisco’s newest, must-visit epicurean destination, offering a seasonal menu in modern Cantonese gastronomy. Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon applies traditional techniques to fresh, local ingredients to produce distinctive contemporary dishes infused with Cantonese flavors. The spacious restaurant occupies the former location of Chinatown’s celebrated Empress of China with striking city views. Reimagined by Chef Boon and team, the Empress was brought back to its former glory by embracing modern design elements while incorporating restored original features, creating a welcoming atmosphere that pays homage to the history of the beloved location.

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Nicholas
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The consistent excellence of Trestle in delivering high-quality food and service in San Francisco at an accessible price point is unmatched.
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TrestlePrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8
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Chrisvip
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Amazing tasting menu. Fantastic service and ambiance.
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NightbirdPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.7
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Debbievip
San Francisco Bay Area •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Marvelous dining experience. Wine paring for the two of us was perfect and every dish was prepared to perfection. The knowledgable, gracious and attentive staff is to be commended. We were greeted warmly upon arrival which set the tone for the superior level of service received.
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Gary DankoPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Fisherman's Wharf
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4.8
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Jonathan
San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Came in with my wife and newborn son for a nice lunch. The service was impeccable, helping find a nice space for my wife and son. The food was amazing and great drinks.
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CauswellsPrice: Moderate• American• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.6
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Vancouver / British Columbia •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
I was at Akiko’s several years ago when it was still in its very small location. Most of the time when an amazing place expands the restaurant loses some of what makes it special. Well - that myth was busted. The staff was friendly, the service impeccable, and the Omikase experience was one of the top 10 meals of my life. My husband, son and I had a most memorable meal.
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AKIKOSPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• SOMA
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4.8

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Causwells

2. Trestle

3. Gary Danko

4. AKIKOS

5. Nightbird

6. 3rd Cousin

7. Seven Hills

8. Bistro Ember

9. COQUETA - San Francisco

10. The Empress by Boon

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