Best Restaurants in San Francisco

Regarded as San Francisco's top seafood restaurant, Waterbar continues to set new sustainability, variety, and excellence standards. Waterbar is in a prime location on the waterfront of San Francisco’s Embarcadero, just south of the “Cupid's Span" sculpture, featuring panoramic views of the bay, Bay Bridge, Treasure Island, and the San Francisco skyline.

John's Grill, which Esquire magazine called one of America's top 10 restaurants, is as much a historic fixture of San Francisco as the Golden Gate Bridge and the cable cars. Come for lunch or dinner, and you’re likely to rub shoulders with the mayor, a police chief or two, a movie star or a huddle of technology titans.

EPIC Steak is a unique addition to San Francisco’s culinary landscape. Led by acclaimed Executive Chef Parke Ulrich, renowned for his elegant treatment of seafood at Waterbar, Chef Ulrich utilizes similar techniques on meat, creating preparations with a focus on simplicity and flavour. EPIC features a lush, fully heated outdoor patio with dramatic views of the waterfront and the Bay Bridge. Pat Kuleto’s unique design for EPIC features a custom-built wood-burning grill and oven, along with a spectacular fireplace, which serves as the restaurant’s focal point.

Bouche is a California-French restaurant with an oft-changing seasonal menu and a focus on small plates. The beer and wine list is centered on small producers from both California and France. Bouche is the creation of Guillaume Issaverdens, a French native who grew up in Provence and has worked in restaurants in France, Boston and the Bay Area.

An expression of taste, scent and vision. A gastronomic discovery inspired by sustainable and seasonal cuisine. Where solid tradition and new inspiration are at the forefront. Atelier Crenn is located in San Francisco.

The original Cha Cha Cha was founded in 1984 by Philip Bellber and Leon Pak at 1801 Haight Street in San Francisco. At the height of the American tapas craze, Cha Cha Cha served a menu with Latin influences that is very similar to what we still serve today. We still serve dishes, including paella, calamari and jerk chicken, Cajun shrimp and paillard, and its world-famous sangria. Cha cha cha has always retained a lively, dynamic, and authentically Cuban vibe.

Dine casually in our spacious, cosy dining hall or sip an exotic cocktail at our high-top spice bar. Our award-winning chef and team reconstruct themed modern prix-fixe menus for every dinner show, so you're guaranteed a satisfying, sensory feast every visit. We love those who love to eat together — we offer tables large enough to seat 8-10 people, ideal for celebrations, birthdays, and anniversaries. Our innovative event programming brings the diverse performing arts and music culture of San Francisco together with our contemporary twist on North African and Mediterranean cuisine.

Lolinda opened in San Francisco’s Mission District in August 2012 as a new Argentinean steakhouse combining Latin American flavours with California sensibilities. Offering a wide range of meats cooked perfectly over the wood-fired asador (grill), as well as ceviche, empanadas, speciality dishes, and grilled skewers, Lolinda is a lively destination restaurant for group dining, dates, business dinners, and celebrations, as well as a spot for locals and restaurant industry types who congregate at one of the restaurant’s two full bars for expertly made nuevo (new) and Clasico (classic steakhouse style) cocktails.

Gaze out over San Francisco from The View Lounge. With an extraordinary view of downtown, this Art Deco-inspired rooftop restaurant and bar is popular with tourists and locals alike for handcrafted cocktails and delectable, shareable cuisine.

Located in the historic Jackson Square below Columbus Avenue, Lyon and Swan’s underground dinner experience offers a memorable evening of wonderful food, cocktails, and wine while enjoying eclectic live entertainment.

Ozumo balances contemporary and traditional techniques to create memorable Japanese cuisine in San Francisco. We focus on quality and authenticity by curating a menu with fresh ingredients, such as sushi & sashimi, and offer the most extensive premium imported sake list in the U.S. Let Ozumo orchestrate an indulgent evening for occasions of any size. We provide a custom-curated menu in each of our modern settings.

With more than 30 years of experience, San Antonio Bar & Grill offers fresh and affordable Tex-Mex food. From enchiladas and burritos to barbecue ribs and steaks, our restaurants and bars have something for everyone. We serve authentic Tex-Mex food in a casual atmosphere. Our restaurants and bars seat up to 260 guests. We offer a full-service bar, and our Alexandria restaurant has an outdoor patio with room for 30 guests. We serve homemade desserts and the location is decorated with Mexican and Texan artwork.

Situated in San Francisco's historic Jackson Square, Lindsay and Chef Michael Tusk's celebrated Quince features Californian contemporary cuisine with Italian influences. Quince serves nightly-changing tasting menus highlighting the restaurant's unique partnership with Fresh Run Farm where Michael and third-generation owner Peter Martinelli plan the plantings in the singular microclimate of Bolinas each season.

Liholiho Yacht Club was born in 2012 to create delicious heritage-driven food while still supporting Chef's family and working towards his lifelong dream of having his own restaurant. Liholiho Yacht Club is located in San Francisco in the Lower Nob Hill neighbourhood.

Twenty-three years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighbourhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.

Authentic Italian hospitality with all the convivial charm and allure of the Florentine neighbourhood of San Frediano. Join us on our sheltered sidewalk patio under the string lights, in the lively dining room with an open kitchen or in Pazzia’s cozy lounge with bar and fireplace seating. Our daily menu interprets Tuscan recipes and traditions with local seasonal ingredients, and our pasta is made fresh in-house daily, celebrating the seasonal flavours of Italy.

Pier Market Seafood Restaurant is a family-owned gem in the heart of San Francisco. With its focus on mesquite grilled seafood, commitment to fresh ingredients, stunning views, and warm atmosphere, it is one of the best seafood restaurants in San Francisco. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch of famed San Francisco seafood or celebrating a special occasion, Pier Market is the place to be. So come down to Fisherman’s Wharf and taste the difference that over 40 years of experience and a love of seafood can make. Pier Market has been selling San Francisco's best seafood since 1983. Pier Market is an authentic fish house where the locals dine. If you’re looking for the best restaurant PIER 39 has and a killer dining experience, this is the place!

This is the culinary vision of Chefs Evan and Sarah Rich. With over three decades of combined experience in San Francisco and New York high-end restaurants, the team brings with them a wealth of talent, knowledge of quality foods and wine, and connections with the best farms and purveyors. Rich Table offers the restaurant offers specialities of modern American cuisine and it's located in the heart of San Francisco, near the Civic Center.

Original Joe’s is located in the heart of the historic North Beach District in San Francisco, a mecca for natives, tourists and culinary aficionados alike. Overlooking majestic Washington Square Park, the new location encompasses a rich culinary history – a building that housed legendary Fior d’Italia and over six decades of iconic San Francisco dining. Original Joe’s is honoured to keep the culinary tradition alive in such a monumental location, providing the quintessential and classic San Francisco dining experience.

Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s Jackson Square (on the north side of the Financial District), Roka Akor is modern in approach, Japanese in spirit, and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. Menu highlights include exquisite cuts of prime steak, rare Wagyu from various regions of Japan, grilled seafood, and sushi. Roka’s signature robata grill creates an experience you won’t find in any other steakhouse. Our cuisine is complemented by signature cocktails, wine, sake, and an extensive and award-winning list of fine whiskies. Roka Akor San Francisco offers a beautiful setting with its timeless design featuring earthy, natural elements in a contemporary yet comfortable setting. Our thoughtful dining space provides the right backdrop for any occasion. Our large, energetic dining room offers a full view of our signature robata grill, exclusive counter seating allows guests to interact with the chefs. Roka Bar is a sleek basement lounge where you can host a happy hour or indulge in a night cap. A private dining room is available for business dinners or special occasions, and all or part of the sleek Roka Bar may be utilized, as well.