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A photo of Shelby's Rooftop restaurant
1. Shelby's Rooftop
4.4
Awesome(289)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • SOMA
Booked 24 times today
Shelby's Rooftop is a hit for its great view, creative menu, and superb service. It's a place that's fun, festive, and trendy, with excellent food and drinks. The ambiance is spectacular and chill, perfect for any occasion. The stunning city view during sunset is a definite highlight, making it a place you'd want to be.
A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Francisco, CA | South of Market (SoMa) restaurant
2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Francisco, CA | South of Market (SoMa)
4.7
Exceptional(276)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • SOMA
Booked 31 times today
Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
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3. Marlowe
4.4
Awesome(2906)
Price: Moderate
• American • SOMA
Booked 20 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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4. Taksim
4.9
Exceptional(358)
Price: Expensive
• Turkish • SOMA
Booked 18 times today
Taksim is inspired by a modern approach to authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Our team has a profound love for Mediterranean gastronomy, a dedication to refinement, and a commitment to using the best ingredients.Taksim focuses on contemporary and often playful versions of classic ideas. Our seasonal menu reflects a fresh gastronomic outlook rooted in memories, where each dish is conceived with a specific culinary philosophy.
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5. Mathilde French Bistro
4.9
Exceptional(2424)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • SOMA
Booked 8 times today
Mathilde French Bistro is a quintessential French Bistro in the SOMA area of San Francisco. A cozy main dinning room and romantic patio room which is covered and heated, allowing year round dining.The cuisine is traditional bistro faire, with its voted best in town French onion soup, baked escargots and duck confit. Soon as you set foot at Mathilde, you will feel like you are back in Paris.Mathilde Bistro is also the sister restaurant of L'ardoise Bistro.
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6. Buena Vida Cantina
4.3
Awesome(139)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • SOMA
Booked 1 time today
Buena Vida Cantina is inspired by our travels to northern mexico and our love forMexican comfort food & street cuisine. Featuring unique dishes from Chef Erik Hopfinger and fresh Agave basedcocktails.Buena Vida is for San Francisco and SOMA where community is ingrained in ourheartbeat. The Good Life.Join us in The Garden, our outdoor dinning space, and enjoy everything we have to offer. Great food, laughs, good times and The Good Life.
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7. Pazzia
4.7
Exceptional(264)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • SOMA
Booked 6 times today
Authentic Tuscan restaurant serving seasonal Italian fare with all the convivial charm and allure of the Florentine neighborhood of San Frediano.Opened in 1998 and located in the heart of what was then considered the city’s industrial warehouse district, tucked away on SoMa's Third Street, PAZZIA's buzzing dining room and outdoor patio quickly became a local favorite and destination spot for those “in the know”. From fresh house made pasta, thin crust pizza, grilled meats and seasonal specialties to classic Italian aperitivo cocktails and convivially energetic Italian staff, PAZZIA is the perfect spot for a date night, family gathering, office function or delicious night out with friends.PAZZIA offers indoor seating in a spacious dining room with banquette seating and views of the open kitchen, a more intimate lounge room with bar seating and tables around a fireplace and sheltered outdoor tables with heat lamps along the wide front patio.
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8. House of Prime Rib
4.8
Exceptional(15754)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 210 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.
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9. Four Kings
4.6
Exceptional(116)
Price: Expensive
• Cantonese • Chinatown
Booked 40 times today
"The food at Four Kings reads like a metaphor for growing up Chinese in America: you're never Chinese enough for people from China & Hong Kong, and you're not white enough to be American." -- from a recent diner.
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10. State Bird Provisions
4.8
Exceptional(3203)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Western Addition
Booked 75 times today
State Bird Provisions started as a recipe for serving quail, it has slowly evolved into a restaurant without any programmed elements.

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  • Matt
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food and service was fantastic and the drinks were great. The noise was so bad tho, we had to shout to hear each other almost the entire meal!
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    MarlowePrice: Moderate• American• SOMA
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    4.4
  • Mary Jovip
    San Francisco Bay Area •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The 7-course prix fixe menu at Taksim is a splendid offering. Great flavors and dishes you don't normally find. The patlican (eggplant) and blackened cauliflower were standouts for us. Choose the beef over the branzino. It's a much better dish all around. I don't usually eat dessert but the Taksim donuts were not too sweet or too large and served with chocolate ice cream, five-spice chocolate and chantilly. Delicious! The restaurant is off the beaten path but it's worth making a trip down Fourth Street.
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    TaksimPrice: Expensive• Turkish• SOMA
    •
    4.9
  • Daniel
    Atlanta Metro •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 13, 2024
    The food was amazing! The service was great, even when we didn’t know what we wanted yet the server was patient. They went above and beyond. The view was beautiful, The ambiance was a vibe, and it was a perfect date night!
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    Shelby's RooftopPrice: Very Expensive• American• SOMA
    •
    4.4
  • Loïc
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 11, 2024
    The food was delicious and the service was purely outstanding. I had a great time and won’t hesitate to come back on my next visit to the U.S.! Best of luck for the future.
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    Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Francisco, CA | South of Market (SoMa)Price: Expensive• Japanese• SOMA
    •
    4.7
  • olga
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 10, 2024
    IT is a wonderful night to celebrate birthday with my friend. Lena recommend us for a wine that it is very affordable. We have 3 bottles. The escargot is good. Lena also help us to make something that is not on the menu that night. Very happy dinner.
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    Mathilde French BistroPrice: Very Expensive• French• SOMA
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    4.9

Discover best fun restaurants in SOMA

Discover the heart of San Francisco's SOMA district, where the dining scene truly shines with an array of restaurants perfect for those seeking a fun and lively atmosphere. Each featured spot in this bustling area combines great food, exceptional service, and a vibrant setting to ensure a memorable dining experience. Whether it's the innovative menus, unique decor, or the engaging ambiance, these restaurants have been curated to enhance your social outings and special occasions. The SOMA district is known for its dynamic culinary offerings that cater to a diverse crowd, making it a prime destination for both locals and tourists alike. Enjoy an evening where each restaurant promises not only a feast for your taste buds but also a festive experience that captures the essence of San Francisco's spirited charm. With each location striving to provide an unforgettable atmosphere, you're sure to find the perfect spot for both relaxation and entertainment in the heart of the city.

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