Best Historic Restaurants in Parkside

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1. Historic John's Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7364)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 110 times today

John's Grill has been a San Francisco tradition since 1908. This historic restaurant is one of the city's oldest and most famous and is a favorite of celebrities who enjoy great steaks, expertly prepared fresh seafood with excellent service and a one of a kind atmosphere. John's Grill was a setting in author Dashiell Hammett, The Maltese Falcon.

2. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(862)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 64 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.

3. Spruce

4.8

Exceptional(5392)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights

Booked 44 times today

Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!

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4. Basil Canteen @ 11th Street

4.6

Exceptional(469)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • SOMA

Booked 2 times today

Established in 2008, BASIL CANTEEN has been serving South of Market area of San Francisco (SOMA). Setting in a historical landmark building of Jackson Brewery, Come enjoy our unique dishes like steam tapioca dumplings, a mochi-like texture but surprisingly savory! Our Chiangmai curry noodle (Kai Soi) is also everyone's favorite. Try some of our signature cocktails while you are here, Basil Bliss is an excellent choice.

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5. The Garden Court - Luxury Collection

3.9

Excellent(2463)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • SOMA

Booked 29 times today

Featuring innovative intercontinental cuisine, the famed Garden Court offers a superb dining experience in a glorious setting. This historic landmark serves Breakfast daily, 2 Course Prix Fixe Lunch Monday-Thursday and an enchanting Afternoon Tea on Friday and Saturday. The Garden Court features a stained glass dome, Italian marble columns, Austrian crystal chandeliers and is noted on San Francisco’s Historic Register as Landmark #18. Our Executive Chef invites you to try our signature crab salad lightly dressed in our own Green Goddess Dressing, a true Palace original created in 1923.

6. The Post Room

4.2

Awesome(159)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 16 times today

In the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square, a new Mediterranean-inspired bar and lounge called The Post Room is nestled inside the historic Beacon Grand and overlooking the hotel’s grand lobby, the vibrant social venue will serve breakfast through supper every day, with brunch served on weekends and complemented by a dazzling live music program.

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7. Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(4198)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 79 times today

Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.

8. Starlite

4.4

Awesome(156)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 65 times today

Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.

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9. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.1

Excellent(1998)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Nob Hill

Booked 11 times today

A visit to San Francisco is not complete without experiencing Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar. The Tonga Room offers exceptional Polynesian Cuisine in a tropical setting that includes thunder and rainstorms. It is the perfect escape after a busy day of meetings or shopping along Union Square. Be sure to try the Mai Tai, voted the City's best by Conde Nast Traveler.Dinner is seated on a first-come first-served basis for all parties under 10. Hurricane Bar guests are welcomed on a first-come first-served basis.The Island Groove performs a live set starting at 7:00 pm. A $15 per person cover charge applies to all guests seated in the restaurant or bar during the entertainment, regardless of the time they arrive.If you would like to make a reservation for 10 or more people to the Tonga Room, please give us a call at 415-772-5000 or email us at tongaroom@fairmont.com.

10. Boulevard

4.7

Exceptional(9086)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 43 times today

Chefs Nancy Oakes, Chef Dana Younkin and our entire team, look forward to welcoming you to a refreshed and reimagined Boulevard! The dining room features a 3 course prix fixe menu with a multitude of choices. For the more spontaneous sorts; our bar, lounge and chef's counter is available on a walk-in basis and limited reservations. An a la carte menu is offered in these areas. For private events and larger groups, please check our our website.

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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a very nice lunch at John's Grill today. We highly recommend going there. The food is great and the service is great too. They decorate it for the holidays, and it is so cozy and pretty in there. We met a few people sitting next to us and that made it more fun. We have been going there for years and highly recommend it.
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Historic John's GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Union Square
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4.7
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RosemaryVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food and service were excellent. Lunch: We had Breaking bread (pita with about 6 spreads-don't miss that.) Spring tabouleh which was so unique and much better than what you usually get at mediterranean restaurants. Excellent flavor and texture. Criapy lamb riblets. a stuffed onion dolma which was fantastic. the only dish we were not crazy about was the turkish lamb dumplings in a tomato sauce. Service was impeccable and friendly. Highly recommend this and eat family style so you can taste alot.
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.7
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MelissaVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We have been many times and Ryan is the absolute best! We enjoyed every one of his suggestions on food and wine :) He is the definition of customer service; someone consistently goes above and beyond to help customers, demonstrating genuine care, empathy, and a commitment to resolving issues effectively, creating a positive experience that builds strong customer loyalty :)
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SprucePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Presidio Heights
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4.8
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AmyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 27, 2024
Great service, tasty food, fun ambiance- I would definitely come back!
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Basil Canteen @ 11th StreetPrice: Moderate• Thai• SOMA
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4.6
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SusanVIP
Greater Boston •46 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 29, 2024
Fantastic buffett with great variety and love the new omelette bar. Gorgeous room with attentive service.
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The Garden Court - Luxury CollectionPrice: Expensive• Californian• SOMA
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3.9

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36 restaurants available nearby

1. Historic John's Grill

2. Dalida

3. Spruce

4. Basil Canteen @ 11th Street

5. The Garden Court - Luxury Collection

6. The Post Room

7. Original Joe's - San Francisco

8. Starlite

9. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

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