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1. Frances
4.8
Exceptional(3642)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • The Castro
Booked 27 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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2. Fable - SF
4.7
Exceptional(2172)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • The Castro
Booked 22 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.
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3. Starbelly
4.5
Awesome(1560)
Price: Moderate
• American • The Castro
Booked 19 times today
Starbelly is a modern, urban restaurant that serves California Comfort food in the heart of The Castro. Our garden patio and fun atmosphere make Starbelly a neighborhood favorite, serving lunch, brunch and dinner. Our craft cocktails, beer and wine lists all play well with our seasonal menu.
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4. Foreign Cinema
4.8
Exceptional(8785)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Mission District
Booked 95 times today
Foreign Cinema is a one of a kind, nationally acclaimed restaurant combining independent films with California-Mediterranean cooking. Enjoy an airy yet chic setting, complete with indoor dining room with a fireplace, outdoor courtyard with 35mm film screening starting at dusk, mezzanine, gallery curated by Modernism West & full bar in the main dining room. Foreign Cinema has something for everyone including their DJ/live music bar, Laszlo. Enjoy special happy hours, uniquely craft cocktails, zero proof selections, full Foreign Cinema dinner menu, and lively music to end your evening.We are currently booking for Outdoor Patio & Indoor/Standard seating 60 days in advance. A ‘standard seating’ reservation is indoor dining. Reservations for 10+ may be booked through private dining department - contact janine@foreigncinema.com for more information.
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5. Nopa - San Francisco
4.6
Exceptional(3515)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 100 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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6. Dalida
4.7
Exceptional(810)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Presidio
Booked 52 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.
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7. Mr. Digby's
4.7
Exceptional(454)
Price: Expensive
• American • Noe Valley
Booked 13 times today
Mr. Digbys Bar and Restaurant is the new neighborhood spot in Noe Valley, SF! Join us for elevated American comfort food and classic cocktails in a comfortable, polished setting. We offer dog-friendly sidewalk and parklet seating, bar seating and standard seating. Chronicle rated "Best Food of the Week" 2021.
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8. Delfina Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(949)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mission District
Booked 54 times today
Delfina is a bustling, James Beard Award-winning neighborhood trattoria in San Francisco’s Mission District. Owned by Anne and Craig Stoll.
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9. Waterbar
4.6
Exceptional(10894)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 79 times today
Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront with spectacular panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, exceptional design, and a menu of the freshest sustainable fish and seafood. Featuring stunning outdoor (dog-friendly) dining on the waterfront patio, a relaxed atmosphere and floor-to-ceiling circular aquariums filled with an eye-catching array of fish and marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Waterbar is not to be missed.
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10. Altamirano
4.8
Exceptional(61)
Price: Moderate
• Peruvian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 26 times today
NOW OPEN! Altamirano Restaurant & Bar is a new Peruvian restaurant, conveniently located in the NOPA neighborhood of San Francisco. Open the door to a spacious bar that flows seamlessly into the luxe dining room, with the exhibition kitchen in full view. Meander outside to the dynamic outdoor dining courtyard, featuring a fire pit, ample seating, a bar, and a TV to watch your favorite sports teams. Led by a team of culinary and hospitality professionals, service is comfortable yet elevated. Overseen by Chef Carlos Altamirano and led by Chef Eric Chumacero, the menu is a modern take on the flavors of Peru. Bold tastes and unique preparations will delight your senses and pop on your palette. Drinks highlight traditional Peruvian ingredients but with a contemporary twist. We can't wait to welcome you soon!

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  • Tammy
    San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Hadn't been to Foreign Cinema in a long time; no matter - it's still a great hang! Great food; very attentive staff; excellent wine selection and I love the mix of us in the room: couples, families with children, solos. My partner and I had a wonderful time and we'll go more often!
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    Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission District
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    4.8
  • Lindsay
    California Central Coast •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This is the second time visiting Fable and both times have been good. The small tables directly next to the “Forest” are a little close together. When I was seated, already pretty close to my table, another diner got frustrated with the space available for their chair at the table behind me. When I tried to get up to leave; it was pretty tight with not much space. Food was delicious and cocktails are good during brunch. Have not been for dinner.
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    Fable - SFPrice: Moderate• Californian• The Castro
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    4.7
  • Robin
    Hawaii •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We really enjoyed our dinner at Nopa. Beginning with the bread and butter. All I can say is order it. Next we had the Tortelli which was excellent (not to be missed). We also had the Tagliatelle with the bolognese sauce which was very good. For dessert we had the key lime pie which was good but the ice cream that came for the birthday person was outstanding. Our server who was excellent said it was ginger snap but it didn’t taste like ginger. Best ice cream I’ve ever eaten. Can’t wait to go back for my birthday and have that ice cream.
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    Nopa - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
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    4.6
  • Harvey
    San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We appreciate the heater lamps in a chilly and windy day!
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    StarbellyPrice: Moderate• American• The Castro
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    4.5
  • Dawonvip
    New York City •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    Stunning meal and ambiance. Well balanced menu and ever bite was delicious.
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    FrancesPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• The Castro
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    4.8

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