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A photo of A16 - San Francisco restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(5009)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 65 times today
A16 is a hot spot in San Francisco, recognized for its Michelin and James Beard Awards. The restaurant is praised for its warm hospitality, great food, and outstanding service. Reviews mention the delicious food, amazing atmosphere, and friendly staff. A16 brings the traditions of lively Campania to San Francisco, serving wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, pasta, and local meats and seafood dishes. The chic, rustic/modernist venue provides a cozy, inviting atmosphere that keeps patrons coming back.
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4.8
Exceptional(15756)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 235 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 The Progress restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2443)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Western Addition
Booked 44 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.
A photo of Kokkari Estiatorio restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(9088)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 112 times today
Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.
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4.7
Exceptional(1849)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 91 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 Nopa - San Francisco restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3514)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 83 times today
Nopa is a San Francisco gathering place north of the Panhandle, serving urban rustic food and specializing in organic wood-fired cuisine. We serve simple dishes created with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and purveyors.
A photo of Original Joe's - San Francisco restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4162)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 107 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.
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4.8
Exceptional(2435)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Russian Hill
Booked 24 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!
A photo of Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco restaurant
4.1
Excellent(1982)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Nob Hill
Booked 2 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.
A photo of Zuni Cafe restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7828)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 129 times today
DINNER:Tuesday - Sunday5:00 pm – 9:30 pmLUNCH:Friday, Saturday, Sunday11:00 am – 4:00 pmWe are closed on MondaysRESERVATIONS ARE TAKEN UP TO 4 WEEKS IN ADVANCE.TABLES ARE RESERVED FOR A 2 HOUR TIME LIMIT.

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  • Christian
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Went for my boyfriends birthday, as a first timer it most definitely won’t be our last! The service from Ian was AMAZING of itself but the food was perfect! Such an awesome experience and we cannot wait to come back with friends and family.
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    House of Prime RibPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
    4.8
  • brittavip
    San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I used to love this place, then I moved abroad for 20 years, but went here again, and it is just as good as I remember!! grilled perfection! the dining room is cozy and warm, the booth seats comfortable. our server was the best - attentive but not intrusive - he really did an outstanding job (don't recall his name but has worked there 9 years and has 2 little kids, brown hair with some facial hair - shout out to him - he did a great job!) appetizers arrived lightning fast - aubergine and warm pita, grilled stuffed calamari(YUM), lamb meatballs (nomnomnom), baked gigante beans. mains were lamb skewers (yum) and branzino(5star), which was insanely delish and highly recommended. dessert was baklava, which I don't normally love, but theirs was sooo good and spicy, I highly recommend, and we got an ice cream sundae which was enormous and tasty. im so pleased Kokkari is still around and better than ever. great meal - thanks to the entire team!! can't wait to go back !!
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    Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
    4.9
  • Douglasvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •206 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    While the noise level is very high, the food and service is excellent!! The beet salad was possibly the best either of us have ever eaten, the agnolotti is exceptional, and the chocolate desert was rich without over doing it! What a fantastic evening we were able to share at a truly exceptional restaurant in SF. Thanks for making it special.
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    Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
    4.7
  • Sam
    Atlanta Metro •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    What a find! Food choices were great- love the fact they are shareable as it's hard sometimes for my wife and me to try different things at a restaurant with individual/full portions. Quality was excellent as dishes are innovative, accurately described, and tasty. Don't pass on the caviar potato cloud (insider tip- order one for yourself instead of sharing)! And the drinks are also innovative and quite balanced in their flavor profiles!
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    The ProgressPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Western Addition
    4.9
  • Simonevip
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 16, 2024
    Beautiful setting inside the restaurant; happening spot. Delicious Italian food with great flavors. Lovely wine list. Only downside is that they don't have a hard liquor license so no cocktails outside of wine cocktails.
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    A16 - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
    4.6

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Discover the vibrant dining scene in San Francisco's Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidoc area, a hotspot for culinary delights. This bustling locale boasts a variety of restaurants that cater to every taste, from traditional American bistros to exotic Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine. Each restaurant in this neighborhood is celebrated for its exceptional food quality, warm hospitality, and unique dining atmospheres, ranging from cozy, rustic settings to modern, chic environments. Patrons consistently praise these eateries for their outstanding service and the overall dining experience, making them beloved local haunts and must-visit spots for both locals and tourists. Whether you're craving succulent steaks, innovative cocktails, or award-winning pizzas, the restaurants here promise a memorable gastronomic adventure. The area’s commitment to excellent culinary offerings and vibrant ambiance makes it a true dining destination in San Francisco.

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