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Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Downtown / Union Square

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A photo of O' by Claude Le Tohic restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(457)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 9 times today
Located on the 5th floor of ONE65 San Francisco, O' is Chef Claude Le Tohic's inaugural solo venture after earning Meilleur Ouvrier de France, winning the James Beard Award for Best Chef in America and carrying the coveted 3-Michelin star rating at Joël Robuchon Las Vegas. Luxurious but not pretentious, O’ offers modern French cuisine with elegant and attentive service. O' offers a 5-course Tasting Menu for $210, and a 9-course Grand Tasting Menu for $295. Optional wine pairings are available, along with a wine list of 1000+ selections from the USA and France. Please note that 20% service charge (which includes gratuity) and 1% San Francisco Health Mandate is added onto every check.Though dinner attire is always encouraged, we ask our guests to abide by "smart casual" dress code; no shorts, t-shirts, or sandals.
A photo of Gary Danko restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1604)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf
Booked 20 times today
Gary Danko is a go-to for birthdays, with numerous reviews praising the restaurant for its 'flexible' multi-course meal and attentive service. One reviewer noted it as the 'best birthday dinner,' while another said it was 'a wonderful place to celebrate someone special.' The staff's ability to make special occasions even more memorable is a highlight, making it a 'great choice for a special occasion.'
A photo of State Bird Provisions restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3213)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Western Addition
Booked 70 times today
State Bird Provisions started as a recipe for serving quail, it has slowly evolved into a restaurant without any programmed elements.
A photo of Original Joe's - San Francisco restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4164)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 77 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.
A photo of Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco restaurant
4.1
Excellent(1987)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Nob Hill
Booked 18 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 Che Fico San Francisco restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1856)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 65 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 Boulevard restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(9052)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 57 times today
Boulevard is a favorite for celebrating special occasions, with reviews mentioning birthdays, anniversaries, and wedding anniversaries. The creative Californian cuisine, attentive service, and beautiful ambiance make Boulevard a top choice for making celebrations unforgettable.
A photo of Zuni Cafe restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(7821)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 114 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.
A photo of Charmaine's Rooftop Lounge restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1359)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 19 times today
Charmaine's Rooftop Lounge is a fantastic spot for birthdays. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'great place to celebrate a birthday' with a 'spectacular view' and 'beautiful ambiance'. Another noted it was a 'lovely experience' celebrating a 70th birthday there. With a menu from a Michelin starred chef and a selection of new daytime cocktails, the food and drinks are also highly praised. Plus, the service is consistently rated highly.
A photo of Son & Garden - San Francisco restaurant
4.5
Awesome(928)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 25 times today
Meet Chef Kasem S, Business Owner. Son & Garden is our newest venture from Farmhouse Kitchen Family. We want to welcome you to our beautiful, lavishly decorated restaurant. As you step through the door into our picturesque dining room, you are transformed to a gorgeous whimsical land of floral bliss.In addition to our beautiful atmosphere, our dishes are just as gorgeous. If you want to experience the best breakfast or best brunch in San Francisco, look no further! Experience our Matcha Mochi Pancakes! You must experience our famous cotton candy Cloud 9 cocktail ! You also cannot do brunch without a delicious Mimosa!Can you keep a secret? In addition to our main dining room, we have our Secret Bar! An elegant, stylish, intimate experience. If you have tried our brunch, you must check out our dinner menu! Our Chef Cut Steak, Bear Belly Carbonara, Seafood Tower & fun variety of appetizers are just a few of our amazing dinner selections.

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  • Brendanvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Always perfect. Always delicious. It's why I keep returning.
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    Original Joe's - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
    4.7
  • Gary
    Greater Boston •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderful experience and highly recommend if you like a Polynesian ambience and live band. Better if you have a couple of Zombie drinks and groove to the 70s and 80s music. Come with some fun loving uninhibited party animals.and you’ll have a great time!
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    Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Asian• Nob Hill
    4.1
  • Debbievip
    San Francisco Bay Area •43 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days 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
    4.8
  • Spencer
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    10 out of 10, this place was AMAZING! The blended service of ordering items of the menu and Dim sum style with the carts was fantastic. Our server gave up great advise in only ordering a few things from the menu then waiting for the carts to come around. We went here for my wife's birthday and she was so happy we did. We will for sure be back for another special occasion.
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    State Bird ProvisionsPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Western Addition
    4.8
  • Elaine or Derekvip
    Denver / Colorado •66 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This was our second time coming to O' by Claude le Tohic a couple of days ago and it won't be our last. As with our previous visit the experience from start to finish was terrific. I had the 9 course option and and my wife the 5 course and both were superbly put together and delivered with extraordinary service. Rather than go into all the food, which is covered by other reviews, we wanted to celebrate the incredible people who make it happen. From the moment we walked in, Kevin at the front door was welcoming. Marc the Maitre d'Hotel was hugely accommodating and was kind enough to take us on a tour after dinner of the various kitchens that make up the several businesses Chef Claude has there. It was stunning to see. We were professionally assisted by Jasmine, Venron, Joaquin and Jeremy with the wines. They were always there when you needed something as one might expect from a Michelin starred restaurant but one does not always get, or gets too much. Chef Claude who comes out of the kitchen to greet his guests is a very engaging guy. I do agree that the wines on the list are very expensive but there is ample choice and reasonably priced options by the glass. We eat at many Michelin starred restaurants as we travel extensively and O' by Claude le Tohic is as good as any of them and better than most. We will be back.
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    O' by Claude Le TohicPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Downtown / Union Square
    4.8

Discover best birthdays restaurants in Downtown / Union Square

Celebrating a birthday in the vibrant heart of San Francisco's Downtown / Union Square area offers a delightful array of dining experiences tailored to make your special day memorable. Renowned for its diverse dining scene, this locale features a variety of restaurants that cater specifically to birthday celebrations, ensuring every guest feels exceptionally celebrated. From rooftop lounges with stunning views to cozy, intimate settings offering live music, the options are as unique as they are extensive. Each restaurant prides itself on providing not only exquisite cuisine—ranging from modern Asian American to rustic Spanish and classic Italian—but also exceptional service, often including personalized touches like complimentary desserts or birthday decorations. Whether you're looking for a lively atmosphere or a more subdued evening, Downtown / Union Street offers the perfect backdrop for birthday festivities. With such a rich mix of culinary offerings and festive environments, each dining spot here truly enhances the celebratory experience, making every birthday not just a meal, but a cherished memory.

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