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Best Restaurants for Foodies in Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

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4.6
Exceptional(836)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 10 times today
Nightbird offers a 12 Course , 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, 6% Heathy SF, and tax. 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.
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4.4
Awesome(630)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 12 times today
Chao Pescao is a new casual Latin Caribbean restaurant from longtime San Francisco restaurateur Rene Denis inspired by his Cuban-Colombian heritage. The name, translating roughly to “see you later alligator,” captures the friendly and fun spirit of the restaurant. Cocktails are inspired by many of the traditional drinks from Latin America, while the food pulls from the comforting Cuban and Colombian home cooking of Denis’s childhood. The menu is rounded out with other Latin American favorites with particular emphasis on dishes designed for delivery. Chao Pescao is located in the Civic Center Plaza at the heart of the city, across from City Hall.
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4.9
Exceptional(3661)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • The Castro
Booked 21 times today
At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.
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4.8
Exceptional(2479)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Western Addition
Booked 42 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(8839)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Mission District
Booked 153 times today
Foreign Cinema is a foodie's paradise in San Francisco. It combines Californian-Mediterranean cuisine with independent films, creating a unique dining experience. Reviewers rave about the 'fresh and delicious' food, 'exquisite' ambiance, and 'attentive service'. The menu changes throughout the year, ensuring a new and exciting culinary experience each time. The outdoor courtyard screening of 35mm films at dusk adds a charming touch to the place.
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4.8
Exceptional(819)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • SOMA
Booked 31 times today
Located in San Francisco’s Design District, Niku Steakhouse is a meat-focused restaurant, highlighting an in-house dry aging program, exclusive cuts of coveted Japanese A5 wagyu with an emphasis on wood fired cooking. Niku, by the Omakase Restaurant Group, hosts a dining room oriented around a roaring custom binchotan charcoal and wood-fired grill, where guests watch as Executive Chef Dustin Falcon (Lazy Bear, The French Laundry) and his team prepare steaks to perfection. At Niku, there is a true marriage of American and Japanese sensibilities. Falcon’s cooking is driven by the terroir of Northern California — which finds its way onto the menu through foraged ingredients and products from local farmers — met with the highest quality domestic and A5 Japanese Beef.
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4.7
Exceptional(1898)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 77 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(3547)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 94 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(7874)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 149 times today
Zuni Café opened in San Francisco, California on February 15, 1979. Our daily changing menus are inspired by seasonal organic ingredients and incorporate traditional French and Italian cuisine. As Zuni continues to evolve, in its own distinctive and delicious way, it strives to remain the way it’s always been: at the same time rustic and cosmopolitan, audacious and familiar, intimate and convivial.RESERVATIONS ARE TAKEN UP TO 4 WEEKS IN ADVANCE.TABLES ARE RESERVED FOR A 2 HOUR TIME LIMIT.
A photo of Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco restaurant
3.9
Excellent(2015)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Nob Hill
Booked 10 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.

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Discover best foodies restaurants in Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Discover the vibrant dining scene in San Francisco's Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness area, a true haven for food enthusiasts. This locale boasts an eclectic array of restaurants that cater to the tastes of discerning foodies, offering everything from authentic sushi and fresh seafood to Neapolitan pizzas and Southern Italian delights. Each establishment is celebrated for its commitment to quality, with menus that emphasize fresh ingredients and culinary creativity. Patrons consistently praise the generous portions, exquisite flavors, and the high standard of service provided, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Whether you're planning a pre-theatre dinner or a casual meal with friends, the area's lively ambiance and diverse culinary offerings make it a prime destination for anyone looking to indulge in San Francisco's rich gastronomic culture. Perfect for both locals and visitors, these restaurants embody the essence of what it means to dine in one of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods.

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