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1. Ciccino
4.7
Exceptional(65)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Nob Hill
Booked 9 times today
Ciccino opened in November 2022 on the corner of California & Hyde Streets in Nob Hill. The restaurant’s name Ciccino is Italian for ‘little piece of meat’. The name was given to Chef Gian Marco and his siblings in honor of his late father, Angelo Cosmi (the town’s local plumber), who would eat a steak ‘ciccia' sandwich for lunch. His father’s employees would admire his daily sandwich and he soon earned the name ‘Manga Ciccia’, Italian for ‘eat meat’. Gian Marco’s father passed in 2002 and still to this day, the Cosmi siblings are known as ‘Ciccino’. Hints of copper and natural, industrial touches were intentional when Gian Marco’s wife, Lynsey Rose, designed the restaurant’s elevated and rustic interior.
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2. Sato Omakase
4.5
Awesome(246)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Tenderloin
Booked 8 times today
***Sato Omakase is offering TASTING MENU ONLY***An invitation to our limited tranquil Omakase Sushi Bar area. Immerse yourself into an intimate experience with the chef and the exclusive drink service. Omakase begins at 5:00pm, 5:30pm, 7:30pm, and at 8:00pm. - Omakase Bar seatings are where you can directly interact with the chefs in action right in front, - Omakase Table seatings are cozy tables against wall where you are offered with the full omakase dishes and drinks.If you have allergies or dietary restrictions, please kindly let us know ahead of time. We will do our best to accommodate.
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3. Ti Piacera
4.6
Exceptional(708)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Nob Hill
Booked 3 times today
Ti Piacera has been a neighborhood destination since 2002. With our full-service bar, excellent Northern Italian cuisine, and extensive wine list, our restaurant is a perfect place to spend an entire evening. We feature fresh seafood and hearty soup specials every day. With our high-vaulted ceilings and elegant, lighting Ti Piacera is a great place for a romantic evening for two, or a Birthday party for 20. We also serve lunch seven days a week, and brunch on the weekends, so come and join us for a business meeting or a weekend get together. So, come to where the locals go, you won't regret it.
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4. Kokkari Estiatorio
4.8
Exceptional(9244)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 157 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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5. Wayfare Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(7873)
Price: Moderate
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 74 times today
Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.
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6. COQUETA - San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(3426)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 53 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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7. Barcha
4.7
Exceptional(1644)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 61 times today
We welcome you to our warm modern space with the largest heated patio in the Financial District! Our outdoor dining room is set up beautifully, and has the most romantic ambiance. Indoors, celebrate with us in our newly remodeled interior. Our inspiration is that of the Mediterranean with its wonderful diverse cultures, cuisines and wines. The menu reflects flavors from South of France, Spain, Tunisia and the Middle East. Be sure to try our legendary Persian Tahdig, Spiced Beef Dumplings, and the smoothest, most delicious hummus you've ever had!We look forward to welcoming you to Barcha!HAPPY HOUR IS BACK AT BARCHA!Come join us at Barcha for a new Happy Hour experience! We are featuring small bites with our unique spin on Mediterranean specialties. Available Monday through Thursday 3:30pm-5:30pm. Drink specials, beautiful food, and most importantly, the best company!
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8. Tratto - San Francisco
4.3
Awesome(846)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 7 times today
Re-Opening June 2, 2021A spirited, bar-driven restaurant serving rustic Italian fare with modern sensibilities. Tratto means the stroke of a pen or a mark in Italian, nodding to both the neighborhood’s artistic history and the name of The Marker, the boutique hotel next door. Tratto’s flavorful menu of simple, delicious and shareable dishes coupled with casual, communal-style dining creates a neighborhood bar experience inspired by the Italian tradition of “aperitivo,” or happy hour.Guests can enjoy playful twists on classic Italian cocktails, boozy Italian sodas, and beer and wine from California and Italy, including a jug of house wine from the taps.Choose from a wide selection of traditional small-plate antipasti, house-made pastas and pizzas, entrees served family-style, seasonal side dishes, and classic Italian desserts including ice creams, gelatos and sorbets.
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9. Starbelly
4.6
Exceptional(1604)
Price: Moderate
• American • The Castro
Booked 30 times today
Starbelly is a modern, urban restaurant that serves California Comfort food in the heart of The Castro. Our garden patio and fun atmosphere make Starbelly a neighborhood favorite, serving lunch, brunch and dinner. Our craft cocktails, beer and wine lists all play well with our seasonal menu.
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10. Marlowe
4.5
Awesome(2930)
Price: Moderate
• American • SOMA
Booked 46 times today
Opened in 2010 and relocated to its current location in 2014, Marlowe is a New American bistro located in San Francisco’s Soma neighborhood in the former COCO500 space. Brought to you by Executive Chef Jennifer Puccio and award-winning San Francisco designer Ken Fulk, Marlowe focuses on classic comfort foods with flavorful twists, like Chef Puccio’s signature Marlowe Burger, seasonal poulet vert, brussels sprouts chips and quail egg topped steak tartare. Taking inspiration from the butcher shops of the past, Marlowe is designed with a sleek but comfortable feel, featuring white subway tiles, white marble, deep blue banquettes, wood block tables and specials listed on rolls of butcher paper.

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  • OpenTable Diner
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Absolutely excellent from start to finish — amazing staff, ambiance and food… even the table bread was astounding. I’ll be back!
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    Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
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    4.8
  • Marleen
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a wonderful experience. Our server was amazing. Food was great.
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    Wayfare TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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    4.6
  • Paul
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had an amazing experience. Dining at this restaurant was superb. It was decadent and over-the-top. It’s a great way to treat yourself to an amazing meal with great food and lavish proteins that were methodically created. Our host Allan Le  made our night. He was super friendly and knowledgeable of everything that was served and created such a fun experience couldn’t thank you enough. Our chef was highly skilled and worked hard with the delicate proteins that were served. Thank you to the staff and the establishment of this restaurant. 
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    Sato OmakasePrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Tenderloin
    •
    4.5
  • Steve
    Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    What a wonderful eating experience. The food was exceptional as was the service. Cannot recommend enough!
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    CiccinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Nob Hill
    •
    4.7
  • kathy
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 24, 2025
    We were an hour early for our reservation and our table was waiting for us. So sweet! Food was great. Drinks were tasty. Service was perfect. There was a duo playing live music in the corner. Kinda reminded us of Marty and Elaine (Hollywood) !! Loved the whole experience. Thank you!
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    Ti PiaceraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Nob Hill
    •
    4.6

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