Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in North Beach

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Barbara Pinseria

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • North Beach

Booked 5 times today

Barbara is a lively Italian restaurant inspired by the rustic tradition of Roman pizzerie, opening in San Francisco’s historic Italian district of North Beach in September 2018 to serve as the neighborhood destination for casual dinning. We feature an energetic open kitchen, creating fresh takes on classics as well as original inventions showcasing seasonal and local ingredients, transporting taste of the eternal city to San Francisco. We offer craft cocktails, Italian and Californian wines, indoor and outdoor seating, and Barbara's fun, warm, style pairs well with the restaurant’s classic Italian comfort and friendly spirit.

2. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(796)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 76 times today

Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

3. Wayfare Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(7764)

Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 120 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.

4. ONE65 Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(169)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 3 times today

The Bistro at ONE65 features 2, 3, or 4-course Prix Fixe dinner menus with multiple choices for each course, showcasing local, seasonal fare minimally prepared to allow the ingredients to shine. Guests can choose to sit by the open kitchen and interact with the culinary team for a unique experience, or, opt for the main dining room, with a trendy yet comfortable atmosphere. ONE65 Bistro is located on the third floor of ONE65, located at 165 O'Farrell Street and just steps away from the heart of Union Square. The Bistro shares a building with ONE65 Patisserie and Boutique, Elements Bar & Lounge, and the Michelin awarded fine dining restaurant, O' by Claude Le Tohic. Please note that 20% service charge (which includes gratuity) is added for parties of 6 or more guests. 1% San Francisco Health Mandate is added onto every check.

5. Fable - SF

4.7

Exceptional(2170)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • The Castro

Booked 21 times today

Fable is the best garden patio restaurant in San Francisco. In the heart of the vibrant Castro neighborhood, our patio restaurant showcases seasonal California cuisine and the best brunch in town. Join us for dinner and brunch seven days a week in a unique, all-weather outdoor dining experience. Inside Fable, our open kitchen concept shows how fresh ingredients are used to create the finished product.

6. 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.

7. Indian Oven

3.8

Excellent(83)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Haight

We are located in the Lower Haight District near Hayes Vally/Market San Francisco. We offer a mix of modern style with traditional roots, from our handmade paintings representing the incredible Indian culture to our fabulous interior and stylish décor. Come see the granite, open windows, fabulous interior, and our side window made of glass with high ceilings; Experience our romantic music, and dine on our open Kitchen on which we prepare delicious authentic Indian dishes using a centuries old traditional Clay Pot method of cooking that allows us to quickly char roast meats, poultry, and seafood at up to 1000 degrees. The Tandoori Oven also bakes traditional Nan Breads crisp or chewy. All entries are individually prepared to your specified taste and seasoning. We can easily accommodate 60 people. and also 70 people at the Up Stair Tower Room. Come and experience our refined customer service and the highest standard of dining brought to you by our attentive staff and our fabulous food.

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8. Original Joe's Westlake

4.8

Exceptional(4821)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Daly City

Booked 120 times today

After a two-year closure, Original Joe's, San Francisco’s quintessential Italian-American dining destination, revitalized iconic Daly City institution Joe’s of Westlake, and reintroduced it into the community as Original Joe’s Westlake. An anchor of Daly City from 1956 to 2014, Original Joe’s Westlake underwent an extensive two-year renovation, complete with a front-to-back interior remodel, including the kitchen and all dining spaces, and an exterior and landscaping overhaul. Following the Original Joe’s tradition, Westlake continues to prepare unpretentious, old-school Italian-American fare in an open kitchen for all to see. The menu is carefully crafted to reflect a past-meets-present hybrid of what Joe’s of Westlake used to be and what Original Joe’s Westlake is today.

9. Mago

4.8

Exceptional(60)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Oakland

Booked 10 times today

Mägo is a family owned and operated fine dining restaurant from Chef Mark Liberman. We offer an exciting tasting menu cooked over wood fire, offering our take on Contemporary Colombian fare, anchored in an understanding of using Northern California ingredients, simple flavors in bold combinations.Our tasting menu focuses on ingredients that are at their most peak in deliciousness .This usually means produce that is in season, which in turn means they are their most flavorful, which is one of the reasons why we change our menu daily. In order to ensure the proper planning of your evening, please allow for 2.5 hours.We also offer an a la carte dining experience at our bar that is available for walk in guests.The restaurant’s informal atmosphere features an open kitchen surrounded by intimate tables, outdoor heated garden patio and chefs counter seating. From the warm greeting you receive upon entering until your final goodbye, we invite you to feel at home.

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10. Mount Everest Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(52)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Berkeley

Located in the heart of Berkeley, Mount Everest Restaurant offers authentic, organic, delicious Indian and Napalese cuisine. Enjoy watching your food be prepared in our open kitchen, where we pay attention to every detail while cooking you the best Indian food in town. Come in and see for yourself! Currently taking online reservations for dinner served daily.

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Mary Louvip
San Francisco Bay Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fun menu with emphasis on plates to share, creative use of seasonal ingredients and the pita bread is to die for. The Breaking Bread appetizer sampler is a must order. Lamb chops were divine. Our server was friendly, helpful and attentive, but not overly so--made for a delicious, relaxing weekday lunch with girlfriends.
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.7
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Michael
San Francisco Bay Area •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is not a Sports Bar. It is far better even than Gastropub. This is a higher end restaurant with a welcoming bar scene. It is a go-to for good food in a lively social environment.
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Wayfare TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.6
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Globetrottervip
San Francisco Bay Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Wonderful dining experience. Great food, excellent service and beautiful ambience. Highly recommended. I had octopus salad (lots of octopus), skate wing (crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, nice sauce) and Pavlova (the best!). My friend had the same appetizer and dessert as I and duck breast, which she said was awesome.
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ONE65 BistroPrice: Very Expensive• French• Downtown / Union Square
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4.6
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Natalie
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
Great, friendly and attentive service. We sat outside which was super cute and comfortable. Great food. We had dinner but will return for brunch.
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Fable - SFPrice: Moderate• Californian• The Castro
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4.7
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Natalie
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
The food and service is always good. The background music was a bit loud throughout dinner. The time when it was loud and should have been loud was when we celebrated a birthday which was really fun. In general the music could be brought down a touch
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Barbara PinseriaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• North Beach
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4.5

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Barbara Pinseria

2. Dalida

3. Wayfare Tavern

4. ONE65 Bistro

5. Fable - SF

6. Pazzia

7. Indian Oven

8. Original Joe's Westlake

9. Mago

10. Mount Everest Restaurant

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