Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in San Francisco Bay Area

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1. Chotto Matte San Francisco

4.3

Awesome(85)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 19 times today

Situated in Downtown San Francisco, Chotto Matte is renowned for its signature Nikkei Cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails, and electric atmosphere. Chotto Matte’s chic, contemporary interior is inspired by its Japanese & Peruvian roots, making it a unique dining experience, every time. Key highlights include Chotto’s recognizable bold design, tropical foliage and theatrical robata grill.

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2. Delarosa - Yerba Buena

4.4

Awesome(50)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 28 times today

Delarosa is an Italian-style restaurant in downtown San Francisco. It has a free and open design with large, communal tables for many different guests to share during a meal. There is also stool seating around the edges of the restaurant near the bar area. This is a well lit restaurant with long lines of bright pendants lights hanging from the ceilings. Pizza is the main focus at Delarosa, but other Italian cuisine is also offered. During the weekdays, a lunch and dinner menu is offered with frittis, paninis, spiedinis and pasta with your choice of sauce meats and toppings. A large variety of pizza is also offered, including the delicious margherita or spicy marinara pizzas. On weekends, guests can order from the brunch menu for a lighter meal of traditional breakfast dishes, appetizers or pizzas. The bar at Delarosa serves from a selection of popular international and Italian wines.

3. Bombay Brasserie

4.1

Excellent(51)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French / Indian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Bombay Brasserie, where the vibrant tapestry of Indian cuisine meets the elegance of French culinary artistry in the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square. Enjoy a journey through India’s culinary landscape, from the aromatic spices of the North to the coastal flavors of the South, meticulously crafted with a French twist to elevate traditional dishes. Dive into an evening that’s as bold as it is creative and experience a harmonious blend of two world-renowned cuisines, where every bite is a symphony of heritage and sophistication.

4. Hed Very Thai

4.6

Exceptional(117)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 12 times today

Hed serving "Khao gaeng" is a typical way of eating a quick meal in Thai culture. Within one single meal--and oftentimes with only one plate--you get to taste different dishes with flavors and textures that complement themselves. Rice sits in the center, and a small portion of 2-3 stir-fries, soups, curries or fried items are served alongside. Hed presents this unique culture with our tri-colors rice from Thailand, an appetizer, a stir-fry, a curry, a fried item, a variety of sauces and seasonal ingredients

5. Bouche

4.6

Exceptional(1937)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 12 times today

Bouche is a California-French restaurant with an oft-changing seasonal menu created by the renowned Parisian Chef Jeremy Blaringhem. The beer and wine list is centered on small producers from both California and France. Our Kitchen Is Exclusively Offering seasonal Menu.A brunch service a la carte is offered Sat & Sun 11am-2.30pm in our outdoors heated parklet area only.Items on the menus are subject to change with seasonOur goal is to share our passion for food and wine in our romantic & sexy "hole in the wall" restaurant. Come and fall in love with our recipes and style of cooking served by our wonderful team wearing a big smile. Be Brave enough to order our signature dish "The adventurous". A blind dish created to challenge your palet and boundaries.Nothing Fancy... Simply expect real food, real ingredients , real people , real laughs ... a love experience.As a small family business we really appreciate your support.Bon appétit

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6. Alexander's Steakhouse - SF

4.6

Exceptional(2515)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 10 times today

Located on the third floor of ONE65, Alexander's Steakhouse in San Francisco offers a fine dining interpretation of a Modern American Steakhouse with hints of Japanese influences throughout our menu. Featuring classic cuts such as Ribeye, Bone-In New York and Filet Mignon, to sustainable seafood, our signature Hamachi Shot and one of the largest variety of Wagyu Steak in the U.S. We also highlight dry-aged steaks and offer the finest and most luxurious products available.

7. Nightbird

4.7

Exceptional(853)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 7 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.

8. Trestle

4.7

Exceptional(2822)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 33 times today

Hi Neighbor!At Trestle, we remember a time, not too long ago, where people took pause to enjoy a meal in the presence of great company, giving it the reverence and respect deserved. We provide a dining experience served in courses, with the satisfaction and warmth found at a family gathering, creating the foundation to a proper meal. Every day we feature a changing 3 course prix fixe menu with choices on each course for $45/person. We will have an optional additional pasta course for $12/person. Unfortunately, we do not offer ala-carte options.We are able to accommodate vegetarian options nightly. We do our best to accommodate other allergies/restrictions based on the menu for that evening. Due to our limited spacing, we can accommodate parties of 8 or less only.

9. 54 Mint

4.6

Exceptional(3445)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 29 times today

54 Mint is a hidden gem in the heart of downtown San Francisco across from the old US Mint Building. We offer authentic Roman cuisine prepared only with fresh and seasonal ingredients. Our pastas, bread and desserts are made fresh in house on a daily basis. Our bar offers an extended variety of Italian wines, craft cocktails and high-end imported and local spirits.

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10. Angler San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(297)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 42 times today

Angler is a seafood-focused Saison Hospitality Group restaurant with one Michelin star on the Embarcadero waterfront, featuring views of our expansive wood burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay, where each dish is touched by fire and intended to be shared.Our sourcing is deliberate and our menus closely follow the seasons of Northern California. Chef de Cuisine, Joe Hou

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SamuelVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Was way too loud for a business dinner. Also, somewhat odd way of ordering food (only comes in sets).
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Hed Very ThaiPrice: Moderate• Thai• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.6
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adam
London •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent evening. The pre fix menu was ideal. Will come again.
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BouchePrice: Expensive• French• Downtown / Union Square
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4.6
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Carol
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
Very conscientious and timely service. Recommend both Pappardelle and Marguerite pizza. Moderately priced for downtown. Well worth a return. Other Bay Area locations.
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Delarosa - Yerba BuenaPrice: Moderate• Italian• SOMA
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4.4
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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Nothing short of amazing. Great ambiance, delicious food, slightly overpriced.
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Chotto Matte San FranciscoPrice: Very Expensive• Asian• Downtown / Union Square
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4.3
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Arnav
1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2025
Beautiful restaurant, superb service and staff, outstanding Indian food.
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Bombay BrasseriePrice: Expensive• French / Indian• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.1