From Californian to American to modern cuisine, San Francisco features 133 award-winning restaurants that make it a notable dining scene. The city boasts Michelin stars, World's 50 Best nods and James Beard Awards across its restaurant scene. San Francisco is a dining scene that punches above its weight.
The best restaurants in San Francisco
100 expert-reviewed restaurants, with what makes each one stand out. Track 40+ global award systems in one place, updated continuously.
1.3rd Cousin
3rd Cousin is a neighborhood gathering place serving up a rustic yet elegant take on New American-California cuisine, accompanied by an eclectic list of wines from the best regions in the world. 3rd Cousin is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Californian · 919 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
2.7 Adams
Husband and wife duo—chefs David Fisher and Serena Chow Fisher, combine their Michelin star pedigree to bring diners a seasonally-driven, California-focused menu. 7 Adams is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
1963 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94115
3.A16
Pizza fans and wine lovers visit A16 to enjoy the flavors of Italy's soulful south. A16 shares a name with the highway of the two seas which run across Italy from Napoli to Bari. A16's inspiration comes from the region, with the menu featuring fresh pasta, house-butchered and house-cured meats, and authentic Pizza Napolitana. A16 is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2355 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA
4.ABV
ABV is a San Francisco bar offering cocktails, beer, wine, and upscale eats. ABV is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 3174 16th St, San Francisco, California, 94103
5.AKIKOS
The first omakase restaurant to open in San Francisco, Akikos delivers an elevated, immersive experience with a graceful balance of classic and modern Japanese fare. The nine-course tasting menu highlights chef-owner Ray Lee's inventive dry-aged fish, sourced from local purveyors and Tokyo's famed Toyosu Fish Market. AKIKOS is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese, Omakase · 430 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94108
6.ANZU
Discover an unmatched dining experience at ANZU and enjoy a deliciously creative menu of contemporary Japanese cuisine. ANZU's full bar boasts a robust list of libations, including a 280-bottle wine list, an extensive menu of specialty cocktails, and signature sake martinis. ANZU is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese · 222 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
7.Abacá
ABACÁ is a contemporary Filipino-Californian restaurant showcasing the beauty and vibrance of Filipino culture and cuisine. This family-owned restaurant has been a years-long journey in the making, compiling generations-old family recipes, using the best ingredients Northern California has to offer, executed with skill and passion, honed in the kitchens of some of San Francisco’s most beloved restaurants. Abacá is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Filipino, Fusion · 2700 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94133
8.Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
Absinthe Brasserie and Bar features a creative menu of French brasserie fare and an inspired selection of classic cocktails. Absinthe Brasserie & Bar is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French · 398 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102
9.Acquerello
Acquerello offers an unparalleled Italian fine-dining experience in San Francisco’s Nob Hill neighborhood. The restaurant has been heralded for its cuisine, wine, and service. Acquerello is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian · 1722 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
10.Alexander's Steakhouse
Alexander’s Steakhouse fuses steakhouse classics with Japanese cuisine and places emphasis on sourcing from small farms throughout the US, Australia, and Japan. Alexander's Steakhouse is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese Steakhouse · 448 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94107
11.Angler SF
Located on the Embarcadero waterfront, Angler is a sea-life focused restaurant with views of the expansive wood-burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay. Angler SF is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Seafood, Contemporary · 132 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
12.Arquet
Located in San Francisco’s iconic Ferry Building, Arquet is a new, ingredient-driven California restaurant from the team behind Michelin-starred Sorrel Restaurant, blending wood-fired cooking with seasonal, locally sourced produce and drawing inspiration from the adjacent Ferry Building Farmers Market. Open for lunch and dinner service, Arquet offers a refined and casual waterfront dining experience in a stunning, arch-filled space. Arquet is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian, Wood-Fired · Ferry Building, 1, #5, San Francisco, CA 94111
13.Atelier Crenn
Where solid tradition and new inspiration are at the forefront, Atelier is an expression of taste, scent, and vision. It's a gastronomic discovery inspired by sustainable and seasonal cuisine. Atelier Crenn is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French-Californian · 3127 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA
14.Aziza
A re-imagination of Moroccan cuisine, Aziza showcases a modern take on the spices and flavors of Morocco from acclaimed Michelin-starred chef Mourad Lahlou. Aziza is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Moroccan · 5800 Geary Blvd., San Francisco, 94121, United States
15.B.Patisserie
B Patisserie's menu is composed of modern French-style pastries along with American flavors and local influences. The pastry selection includes individual cakes and entremets, tarts, verrines, macarons, and a range of viennoiseries. Tartines – open-faced sandwiches, complement the pastries. B.Patisserie is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Bakery, French · 2821 California St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA
16.Bansang
Bansang is a modern Korean restaurant serving dishes a la carte and in small plate portions. Bansang is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Korean · 1560 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115
17.Bar Iris
Bar Iris is a small cocktail lounge in San Francisco’s Russian Hill neighborhood. Though it is attached to the restaurant Nisei next door, Iris is its own venue rather than a waiting room for diners. The beverage program at Bar Iris is inspired by Japanese flavors and cocktail traditions, using the best imported and local ingredients. Bar Iris is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2310 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
18.Benu
Benu offers a fixed menu that features a wide variety of seafood and vegetables, a few meat courses, and some sweets. Benu is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Asian, Contemporary · 22 Hawthorne St, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States
19.Besharam
Besharam is a chef-driven restaurant serving Gujarati-inspired Indian food with California produce. Besharam is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian, Indian · 1275 Minnesota St, San Francisco, CA 94107
20.Birdsong
Birdsong is a nature and heritage-inspired restaurant highlighting the cuisine of the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy fresh dishes focusing on key ingredients from this region, such as cold-water shellfish, wild game, berries, and mushrooms. Birdsong is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Contemporary American · 1085 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
21.Boulevard
Boulevard is a waterfront Embarcadero restaurant serving refined American fare from renowned chef Nancy Oakes alongside Bay views. Boulevard is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 1 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94105
22.Bourbon Steak San Francisco
Bourbon Steak San Francisco reimagines Chef Michael Mina’s acclaimed steakhouse with modern flair, seasonal California ingredients, refined seafood, and signature tableside presentations. Located at The Westin St. Bourbon Steak San Francisco is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Steakhouse · 335 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
23.Breadbelly
Breadbelly serves baked goods and light bites, blending Asian and Californian influences. Breadbelly is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Asian, Bakery, Californian, Fusion · 1408 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
24.Cafe Tiramisu
Cafe Tiramisu offers a variety of Italian dishes with an extensive wine list. Cafe Tiramisu is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
28 Belden Pl, San Francisco, CA 94104
25.Californios
Combining unique and inspired flavors with a playful and beautiful presentation, Californios has set out to create a new and exciting California Mexican cuisine by serving untraditional dishes. Californios is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Contemporary, Mexican · 355 11th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
26.Campton Place
Campton Place serves unique Cal-Indian cuisine, blending California fresh ingredients and the use of its smoke, fire, and brining techniques with India’s multi-faceted regional dishes, aromatics, and traditional spice blends. Campton Place is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian, Fusion, Indian · 340 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
27.Cassava
Cassava is a New American restaurant serving Californian cuisine, wine, beer, and brunch in a cozy space. Cassava is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Californian · 401 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
28.Che Fico
Che Fico is a San Francisco-style taverna serving casual Italian fare through a Northern California lense. It’s a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance. Che Fico is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian · 838 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117
29.Cotogna
Cotogna is a warm and convivial quintessential neighborhood spot featuring seasonally-driven regional Italian cuisine, with produce coming directly from the restaurant’s farm, and also showcasing the best of Italian viticulture with an emphasis on wines true to their terroir. Cotogna is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
490 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
30.Credo
Credo serves Italian culinary traditions combined with Northern California sensibilities using responsibly sourced local produce, sustainable seafood and meats, and imported Italian specialty items. Credo is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
360 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94104
31.Dalida
Dalida is a chic Eastern Mediterranean restaurant with an open kitchen serving grilled meats & fish, house-made pasta, and a unique cocktail and wine list. By: Top Chef alum Laura Ozyilmaz Dalida is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
101 Montgomery St Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94129
32.Dingles Public House
Nestled in the heart of Hayes Valley, Dingles is a modern British gastropub where timeless pub charm meets classic white tablecloth. The menu, led by Michelin-trained chef George, highlights classic British fare with seasonal California ingredients: Sunday roasts, savory pies, and shareable plates crafted with care. Dingles Public House is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
British, Gastropub · 333 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94102
33.El Pípila
El Pipila's dishes are created from traditional recipes passed from generation to generation, offering an original taste of Guanajuato, the heart of Mexico. El Pípila is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
879 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
34.Ernest
Ernest restaurant serves a market-driven menu with intense global flavors in a fun and relaxed environment. Ernest is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Global Cuisine · 1890 Bryant St Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94110
35.Flour + Water
Opening its doors in 2009, Flour+Water set the industry standard for serving creative and thoughtful dishes with an approachable style of service. Today, Flour+Water continues to showcase a menu influenced by regions across Italy with a distinctly Northern Californian influence. Flour + Water is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian, Italian, Pizza · 2401 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94110
36.Foreign Cinema
Foreign Cinema serves Californian-Mediterranean dishes and offers a vast wine selection. Foreign Cinema is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2534 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110
37.Four Kings
Blast open your taste buds with the flavors of Hong Kong at Four Kings! This vibrant but homey restaurant blends the best of Cantonese cuisine with the lively spirit of an Izakaya, offering a mouth-watering array of small plates and shared dishes. Four Kings is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Cantonese, Izakaya · 710 Commercial St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
38.Frances
At Frances, enjoy a daily-changing menu that reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms, and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Frances is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian · 3870 17th St, San Francisco, CA 94114
39.Friends Only
Friends Only is the R&D restaurant for Akiko’s Restaurant. The menu focuses on dry-aged ingredients — one bite of nigiri may consist of a 21-day aged bluefin tuna topped with Osetra Caviar, another piece of nigiri may be a tilefish, aged for seven days, grilled with its own crispy scale. Friends Only is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese, Omakase · 1501 California St, San Francisco, CA 94109
40.Gary Danko
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. Gary Danko is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French, Californian · 800 North Point St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
41.Harris' Restaurant
Harris’ Restaurant is a fine-dining, family-run establishment serving dry-aged Porterhouse, bone-in New York steaks, and seafood and offers signature cocktails. Harris' Restaurant is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Seafood · 2100 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
42.Hashiri
Hashiri offers a classic interpretation of Edomae sushi with a Kappo flair. Fresh fish is flown in from Tsukiji Market, Japan. Hashiri is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese · 4 Mint Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
43.Hilda and Jesse
Hilda and Jesse is a brunch and dinner eatery located in the North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco. The menu is innovative and intentional, bringing a bit of “modern” fun luxury to the San Francisco dining scene. Hilda and Jesse is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Modern Cuisine · 701 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
44.Holbrook House
Classic San Francisco vibes and refined design notes mark the newest — and most striking — entry to the Financial District's hospitality scene. Holbrook House features one of the city's most impressive bars, free flowing martinis and champagne, backed up by a menu of elevated contemporary American cuisine. Holbrook House is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 1 Sansome St, San Francisco, CA 94104, USA
45.House of Prime Rib
The House of Prime Rib serves well-marbled Prime Rib in the English Tradition. Carved tableside, to your specifications from the stainless steel carts. House of Prime Rib is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
1906 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
46.Itria
Itria is an Italian restaurant serving contemporary food with seasonal ingredients. Itria offers handmade pastas, a rotating crudo menu, and a beer and wine list, served in a warm and contemporary space. Itria is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian · 3266 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
47.Izzy's Steakhouse
Izzy's Steaks & Chops is a second-generation, family-owned dining destination that has become a beloved neighborhood establishment since its flagship location opened on Steiner Street in 1987. After a meticulous historic restoration and renovation, Izzy's enters its next chapter with a refreshed look and feel that honors San Francisco's rich history and the restaurant's longstanding legacy. Izzy's Steakhouse is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Steakhouse · 3345 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA
48.JouJou
Inspired equally by great restaurants and louche lounges, JouJou brings French food to the table through the California lens of Chef David Barzelay. Seafood-focused but not exclusively so, JouJou's cuisine is centered around cooking great ingredients with every bit of the technique they need, and none that they don’t. No shortcuts, nothing avant-garde. JouJou is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French, Californian, Seafood · 65 Division St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
49.KEN
At KEN, each menu is meticulously prepared so that Chef Ken's customers can have a full sushi experience. As Chef Ken welcomes his customers to indoor dining in the intimate 6-seat sushi counter on Divisadero Street, his menu showcases a traditional multi-course omakase experience serving edomae-sushi with a twist. KEN is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese, Omakase · 252 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117
50.KILN
The tasting menu at Kiln is product and technique-driven, focused on seeking out the finest quality ingredients from around the world. The cuisine is not tied to a specific culture or geographical region, but meant to be a study in intention, simplicity, and purity of flavor. KILN is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Global Cuisine · 149 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
51.KUSAKABE
KUSAKABE serves sushi in Kaiseki style. The 'omakase' of Chef Mitsunori Kusakabe consists of sushi along with a few other complementary dishes. Although it changes according to what ingredients are available, it always reflects an exquisite sense of balance, taste, texture, and appearance, emphasizing seasonality and mindfulness based on the Kaiseki cuisine principle. KUSAKABE is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Sushi, Japanese, Omakase · 584 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94111
52.Khao Tiew
Khao Tiew crafts homemade-style Thai cuisine, based on time-honored family recipes passed down from generation to generation. Khao Tiew was born out of a deep love for Thai culture and the deliciousness of Thai cuisine, combined with the dynamism and diversity of Asian food. Khao Tiew is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Thai · 272 Claremont Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94127, USA
53.Kin Khao
Kin Khao is a modern hot spot in the Parc 55 hotel providing locally sourced Thai dishes & cocktails. Kin Khao is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Thai · 55 Cyril Magnin St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
54.Kitchen Istanbul
At Kitchen Istanbul, exotic centuries-old recipes meet with local ingredients to transform into unforgettable flavors that will make you return for more. Kitchen Istanbul is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Turkish · 349 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA
55.L'Ardoise Bistro
L'Ardoise is a French bistro in San Francisco, serving traditional and authentic fare in a cozy atmosphere. In French, the word ardoise refers to a chalkboard on which the menu is traditionally written. L'Ardoise has been a neighborhood favorite since it opened in 2008, receiving great reviews from both diners and professional critics. L'Ardoise Bistro is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French · 151 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114
56.LUCE
Luce serves approachable modern American cuisine in a newly renovated space. LUCE is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
888 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
57.La Connessa
La Connessa is a modern take on the classic trattoria, celebrating traditional Italian cuisine with an array of classic dishes influenced by contemporary cuisine. La Connessa is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian, Modern Cuisine · 1695 Mariposa St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
58.La Taqueria
La Taqueria has won plenty of acclaim for its burritos, including the title 'Best Burrito in America' and a James Beard award. La Taqueria is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Mexican · 2889 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110
59.Lazy Bear
Lazy Bear’s cuisine centers around nostalgia and a reverence for the wild, utilizing a wide variety of preservation methods and inventive techniques. The cuisine is rooted in the wilds of the San Francisco Bay Area, crafted in original, refined, and progressive ways, but staying true to its inspiration in Americana. Lazy Bear is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Innovative · 3416 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
60.Le Central
Opened in 1974, Le Central has been serving traditional French cuisine for over four decades, boasting the honor of being San Francisco's most historic French bistro. Conveniently located on the cusp of the bustling financial district and downtown Union Square, Le Central stands out in a rare one-story historic brick building, crowned by a vintage Tabac sign. Le Central is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
453 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
61.MANDALAY
The first Burmese restaurant in San Francisco, Mandalay been holding its outstanding reputation and quality service since 1984. Located in San Francisco's Inner Richmond neighborhood, Mandalay is beloved by locals and travelers alike. MANDALAY is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Burmese · 4348 California St, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA
62.MKT Restaurant & Bar
This striking, urban-chic establishment prepares the finest California-sourced steaks, small plates served in a communal lounge, and handcrafted cocktails. MKT offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, as well as room service and hotel catering. The newly transformed, expansive L-shaped bar serves creative handcrafted cocktails, along with innovative small plates and appetizers. MKT Restaurant & Bar is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Californian · 757 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94103
63.Maria Isabel
Husband-and-wife team Laura (Top Chef S21 semi-finalist) and Sayat Ozyilmaz embrace an iconic San Francisco space to bring Maria Isabel to the city: Mexican heart and California ingredients. Maria Isabel is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Mexican, Californian · 500 Presidio Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
64.Mastro's Steakhouse — San Francisco
Mastro's Steakhouse is an upscale restaurant serving steaks and seafood dishes and offers hand-crafted cocktails and eclectic wines. Mastro's Steakhouse — San Francisco is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 399 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102
65.Mathilde French Bistro
Lina Yew still remembers her first taste of duck confit — she had just moved to Paris, first night out, and stumbled upon a little bistro just two doors from home. She took the recommendation and ordered the Confit de Canard. Mathilde French Bistro is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
315 5th St, San Francisco, CA 94107
66.Mijoté
Mijoté is a restaurant in San Francisco’s Mission district. The menu is grounded in French techniques and guided by ingredients from local farmers and producers, enhanced with natural wines from winemakers near and far who use organic farming methods and forego additives and intervention. Mijoté is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French · 2400 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
67.Miller & Lux
Miller & Lux is a modern American Steakhouse restaurant from acclaimed Chef Tyler Florence located at the Chase Center—home of the Golden State Warriors—delivering a refined restaurant experience through a sophisticated lens. Miller & Lux is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Steakhouse · 700 Terry A Francois Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94158
68.Minnie Bell’s Soul Movement
Minnie Bell’s Soul Movement serves American comfort food steeped in soul. Drawing on traditional family recipes, Minnie Bell’s menu offers delicious home-style food that combines soulful flavors and the warmth of the South. Minnie Bell’s Soul Movement is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 1375 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA
69.Mister Jiu's
Mister Jiu's serves high-end Chinese cuisine with a California twist, set in a stylishly restored historic space. Mister Jiu's is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Chinese, Cantonese · 28 Waverly Pl, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
70.Morton's The Steakhouse - San Francisco
Morton's The Steakhouse features USDA prime-aged steaks, fish, and fresh seafood and offers cocktails and a vast wine selection. Morton's The Steakhouse - San Francisco is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 400 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102
71.Naides
Restaurant Naides is an intimate restaurant near Union Square offering an elevated multi-course tasting menu. Here, diners experience a modern interpretation of Filipino cuisine — grounded in heritage, enriched by global influences, and shaped by the craft of preservation and fermentation expressed through 11-13 unique servings. Naides is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Filipino, Contemporary · 708 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
72.Nari
Nari - derived from the Sanskrit Thai word for “women,” is chef/owner Pim’s tribute to generations of Thai women who laid the foundation for Thai cuisine, and a personal love letter to the women in her life who taught her to cook and, more importantly, to eat. Nari is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
1625 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94115
73.Niku Steakhouse
Located in San Francisco’s Design District, Niku Steakhouse is a meat-focused restaurant, highlighting an in-house dry-aging program and exclusive cuts of coveted Japanese A5 wagyu, emphasizing wood-fired cooking. Niku Steakhouse is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Steakhouse · 61 Division St, San Francisco, CA 94103
74.Nisei
Restaurant Nisei offers contemporary California Washoku style cuisine in a fine dining setting, as well as a carefully curated wine and sake pairing. Nisei is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian, Fusion, Japanese · 2316 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
75.O' by Claude Le Tohic
Located on the 5th floor of ONE65 San Francisco, O' by Claude Le Tohic offers modern French cuisine inspired by elements of water, fire and earth, alongside elegant and attentive service. O' by Claude Le Tohic is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French · 165 O'Farrell St 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94102
76.Octavia
Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia's menu - all in an elegant yet relaxed neighborhood setting. Named after the restaurant's location, Octavia is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Octavia is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
1701 Octavia St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
77.Omakase
Omakase serves traditional Edomae-style sushi in a restaurant space that's classically Japanese. An expertly curated, rare Japanese sake collection is available, combined with welcoming service from a knowledgeable and attentive team. Omakase is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Omakase, Edomae, Sushi · 665 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
78.One Market Restaurant
One Market Restaurant serves new American cuisine and offers a vast wine selection. One Market Restaurant is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Californian · 1 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94105
79.Pacific Cocktail Haven
Located near San Francisco’s prestigious Union Square, P.C.H. is a lively bar that has quickly grown into one of America’s most acclaimed cocktail destinations. Founded in 2016 by “Best American Bartender” Kevin Diedrich, the bar has transformed from a neighborhood bar into a must-see destination for locals and visitors alike. P.C.H. Pacific Cocktail Haven is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Cocktail Bar · 550 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94108
80.Parallel 37
Named for its latitudinal coordinate, Parallel 37 embraces San Francisco's vibrancy with a farm-to-table menu and a wine list showcasing Bay Area vintages. Dishes focus on American culinary traditions with international accents and showcase elements like cuts of meat from Niman Ranch, wagyu beef, and Asian flavors. Parallel 37 is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Californian, Fusion · 600 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94108
81.Park Tavern on Washington Square
Park Tavern is a classic San Francisco dining institution and a well-loved North Beach staple serving creative American eats in a stylish space with wood-beamed ceilings. Park Tavern on Washington Square is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
1652 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
82.Prelude
Prelude from the Omakase Restaurant Group is located within San Francisco's Jay Hotel, at the intersection of Jackson Square, the Embarcadero, and the North Financial District. The restaurant skillfully reimagines the rich traditions of Southern cooking, incorporating contemporary culinary techniques and the finest Bay Area ingredients. Prelude is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Bar, Southern · 333 Battery St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
83.Prik Hom
Prik Hom is a Thai restaurant that uses local ingredients with traditional Thai methods, all made from scratch. Prik Hom is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Thai · 3226 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
84.Prospect
Prospect is a hospitality-driven restaurant opened in 2010 by James Beard award-winning Chef Nancy Oakes, Chef Pam Mazzola, and Kathy King. Located on the ground floor of the Infinity Towers, just a block from the Embarcadero, the contemporary California cuisine features seasonal ingredients from local farms and markets. Prospect is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian · 300 Spear St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
85.Quince
Quince features Californian contemporary cuisine with a nightly-changing tasting menu. Quince is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Modern Cuisine, Californian · 470 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
86.RT Bistro
From the Team at Rich Table, RT Bistro is the next vision for Chef's Evan and Sarah Rich. With over 30 years of combined culinary expertise, they draw on the beautiful ingredients that the Bay has to offer, marrying the lasting qualities of a neighborhood restaurant with California bistro fare. RT Bistro is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Bistro, Californian · 205 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
87.Redwood Room by The Clift (Bar)
The Clift's famous and historic Redwood Room has been restored and reinvented as an exceptionally modern San Francisco bar. Suffused with glamor and Art Deco style, the interior features the original redwood paneling which, legend has, was carved from a single redwood tree, as well as an enormous bar made from an 800-year-old redwood tree. Redwood Room by The Clift (Bar) is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
88.Reem's California Mission
Reem’s offers the warmth of Arab hospitality through the discovery of the aromas, flavors, and techniques of the modern Arab street corner bakery. Enjoy classic Arab street foods that combine traditional flavors with fresh local ingredients, all made with love. Reem's California Mission is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2901 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110
89.Rich Table
Rich Table is the culinary vision of Chefs Evan and Sarah Rich. Rich Table is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian, Contemporary · 199 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
90.Rintaro
Rintaro is the food of a Japanese Izakaya by way of California. Pasture-raised chicken is grilled over a binchotan-burning Yakitori Grill, and udon is kneaded, rolled, and cut by hand. All tofu, umeshu, umeboshi, and other fresh pickles are made on-site, and Rintaro's Wasabi root is grown in Half Moon Bay and ground on a sharkskin board. Rintaro is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
82 14th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
91.Robin
ROBIN provides a thoughtfully personalized omakase experience using the most pristine ingredients available from the markets. Robin is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese, Omakase · 620 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
92.Routier
Routier is a casual-destination restaurant & bar that exudes the feeling of a neighborhood restaurant. The menu celebrates the French love and value of good food and wine, grounded in tradition but with playful touches of creativity. Routier is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2801 California St, San Francisco, CA 94115
93.SAAM
SAAM is a modern Thai restaurant celebrating the depth and diversity of Thai cuisine through seasonal ingredients, thoughtful craftsmanship, and warm hospitality. Rooted in tradition and inspired by the harmony of Thailand’s signature flavors, SAAM offers a fresh perspective on Thai dining in San Francisco. SAAM is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Thai · 415 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
94.SHŌWA
San Francisco's premier Tonkatsu specialty restaurant, Shōwa masterfully blends the time-honored traditions of Japanese culinary art with avant-garde techniques. As pioneers in the realm of Tonkatsu, Shōwa offers an extraordinary dining experience with Kaiseki-inspired courses that showcase a spectrum of bespoke panko breading variations. SHŌWA is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
1550 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
95.SPQR
SPQR is a Northern California restaurant inspired by Italian cuisine and wine. The restaurant holds itself as the highest emblem of what’s possible in contemporary Italian cuisine. SPQR is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian · 1911 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA
96.SSAL
SSAL is a compact neighborhood restaurant that dishes up contemporary Korean cuisine and offers wine by glass or bottle. SSAL is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Korean · 2226 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
97.Saison
Saison is a modern American restaurant located in San Francisco, California. The cuisine is focused on wood fire cooking of seasonal ingredients. The kitchen works directly with fishers, hunters, gatherers, ranchers, and farmers to source the best products in local existence. Saison is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Californian, Contemporary · 178 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
98.Saison Cellar & Wine Bar
Saison Hospitality co-founder and Saison Winery winemaker Mark Bright welcomes guests to the first official location of Saison Cellar & Wine Bar in San Francisco. Saison Cellar & Wine Bar invites wine lovers, collectors, and anyone thirsty to use the space as an extension of their own home and cellars, and is made up of two distinct spaces. Saison Cellar & Wine Bar is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Wine Bar · 234 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
99.San Francisco Wine Society
San Francisco Wine Society celebrates great wines from around the world in a cozy, unique space. The name, specifically “Wine Society,” comes from a desire to have an unpretentious approach to wine, and this space is accessible to anyone who comes through the doors. San Francisco Wine Society is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
408 Merchant St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
100.San Ho Won
SAN HO WON is a Korean charcoal BBQ restaurant located in the Mission District of San Francisco. The restaurant is a collaboration between Corey Lee and Jeong-In Hwang — offering a shared vision for a casual Korean restaurant that uses the best ingredients and meticulous techniques with real BBQ cooked over proper charcoal. San Ho Won is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2170 Bryant St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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