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The best restaurants in San Francisco

The restaurants thousands of diners rate highest.

18 places

The top 18

Restaurants with a proven following, ranked by our own engine.

  1. Kokkari Estiatorio4.7· 3.4kGreek · Financial District

    1. Kokkari Estiatorio

    Cozy upscale Greek spot with wood-fired seafood, meze platters, and great wine.
  2. Rich Table4.7· 1.5kNew American · Hayes Valley

    2. Rich Table

    Trendy, cozy spot for seasonal New American small plates and inventive cocktails.
  3. Mo's Grill4.7· 1.3kHamburger · North Beach

    3. Mo's Grill

    Casual grill serving juicy burgers, BBQ, cocktails and cold beer — great for groups.
  4. Zazie4.6· 3.5kFrench · Cole Valley

    4. Zazie

    Cozy Parisian bistro with seasonal French dishes, crafted cocktails, intimate patio.
  5. The Morris4.7· 632New American · Potrero Hill

    5. The Morris

    Cozy wood-fired New American bistro with seasonal dishes and standout cocktails.
  6. Il Casaro Pizzeria4.6· 2.4kItalian · North Beach

    6. Il Casaro Pizzeria

    Cozy spot for wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas and casual Italian favorites.
  7. Boulevard4.6· 1.7kRestaurant · Financial District

    7. Boulevard

    Upscale historic spot for refined Californian tasting plates and great wine.
  8. Californios4.7· 520Fine dining · West SoMa

    8. Californios

    Intimate upscale tasting menus blending Californian and Mexican flavors with refined service.
  9. The Progress4.6· 1.2kCalifornian · Fillmore District

    9. The Progress

    Seasonal shared plates and creative cocktails in a lively, convivial setting.
  10. Luisa's Restaurant Wine Bar Since 19594.6· 1.0kItalian · North Beach

    10. Luisa's Restaurant Wine Bar Since 1959

    Historic Italian pizza spot with cozy vibes and an excellent wine list.
  11. Bender's Bar & Grill4.6· 828Restaurant · Mission

    11. Bender's Bar & Grill

    Lively LGBT-friendly sports bar with burgers, great beer selection, and happy hour
  12. Quince4.6· 746Fine dining · Telegraph Hill

    12. Quince

    Elegant Michelin-starred Italian tasting menus, exceptional wine pairings, intimate upscale setting.
  13. Saison4.6· 629New American · South Beach

    13. Saison

    Intimate chef-driven seasonal tasting menu; upscale New American with meticulous service.
  14. Blue Plate4.6· 582Restaurant · Bernal Heights

    14. Blue Plate

    Cozy garden restaurant serving Mediterranean-inspired shared plates and a curated wine list.
  15. La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco4.5· 4.7kPeruvian · Financial District

    15. La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco

    Waterfront Peruvian seafood, ceviche specials, pisco cocktails; lively scenic setting.
  16. Wayfare Tavern4.5· 2.9kRestaurant · Financial District

    16. Wayfare Tavern

    Upscale historic tavern serving classic American fare, renowned cocktails and warm service.
  17. Birdsong4.6· 452Restaurant · West SoMa

    17. Birdsong

    Intimate upscale spot for seasonal American tasting menus, craft cocktails, elegant service.
  18. Beretta Valencia4.5· 2.5kItalian · Noe Valley

    18. Beretta Valencia

    Cozy Italian spot with wood-fired pizzas, inventive cocktails, and lively bar vibes.

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