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4.8
Exceptional(5360)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights
Booked 56 times today
Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!
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4.8
Exceptional(2407)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Presidio Heights
Booked 16 times today
Sociale (say - "SO-SHEE-AH-LAY!") was born in the bistros of Florence and raised here in Presidio heights. Laughter and Italian music are heard floating up from the star-lit, heated patio greeting you from the discreet garden alley below. Families and friends leaving the frenetic pace of the city behind can experience a lighter and decidedly more Italian mood celebrating in our new private dining room, the traditional room or on the patio as the irresistible scents of warm pastas, herb-infused meats, and the sweet honey and nut coated sfingi with vanilla bean gelato shake permeate the surrounding space. Bewitching and eclectic wines from Italy and California complement the weekly changing menus that Chef Julio Mis crafts with joy and delight for our neighborhood friends!
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4.8
Exceptional(15754)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 207 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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4.7
Exceptional(1849)
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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4.6
Exceptional(3513)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 70 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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4.9
Exceptional(2443)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Western Addition
Booked 53 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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4.9
Exceptional(9088)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 137 times today
Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.
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4.7
Exceptional(4162)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 127 times today
Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.
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4.8
Exceptional(2609)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights
Booked 17 times today
Octavia is a go-to place for special occasions, as many reviews praise it for its inventive, delicious meals, perfect ambiance, and outstanding service. It's a place where every dish is excellent and every staff member is knowledgeable and welcoming. The restaurant's creativity, sustainability, and elegant yet relaxed atmosphere make it a memorable spot for any celebration.
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4.6
Exceptional(5009)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 55 times today
A16 is a Michelin rated and James Beard Award Winning Italian restaurant, known for its lively Campania traditions. It's a favorite spot for celebrations like date nights and early mother's and father's days, as stated in the reviews. The menu features wood oven-fired Neapolitan pizza, braised meatballs, vibrant salads, pasta and local meats and seafood dishes. The restaurant is praised for its amazing food, sophisticated atmosphere, and outstanding service.
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  • Christian
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Went for my boyfriends birthday, as a first timer it most definitely won’t be our last! The service from Ian was AMAZING of itself but the food was perfect! Such an awesome experience and we cannot wait to come back with friends and family.
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    House of Prime RibPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
    4.8
  • Robin
    Hawaii •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 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
    4.6
  • Douglasvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •206 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    While the noise level is very high, the food and service is excellent!! The beet salad was possibly the best either of us have ever eaten, the agnolotti is exceptional, and the chocolate desert was rich without over doing it! What a fantastic evening we were able to share at a truly exceptional restaurant in SF. Thanks for making it special.
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    Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
    4.7
  • Williamvip
    Los Angeles •50 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Wines are heavily overpriced. The appetizer salads we had (quince salad and the pear/endive salad) we were mixed on. pear salad came with red radiccio, not endive. Quince salad was not very tasteful. Otherwise the entrees.....lamb and the scallops were outstanding. Ldt's not even talk about the chocolate tartelette and the beignets which were both a fabulous way to end the evening. Best part of the evening was our server, Erik, who was professional while being so friendly and a wonderful conversationalist....so enjoyable and relaxing for us not to have a stuffy server who takes no interest in the client .
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    SprucePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Presidio Heights
    4.8
  • Nathan
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Beautiful dining patio down a cute alleyway in Presidio Heights. Christmas lights, heaters, comfortable yellow lighting, not too loud and great service. The ambiance was 10/10 for our group of 4. Food and wine pairings were fantastic, everything we ordered was delicious but especially recommend the fritto misto, rigatoni, and banana bread pudding.
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    Sociale - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Presidio Heights
    4.8
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