Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Sushi Hakko

4.9

4.9 (300)

$50 and over

Japanese

Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

About the restaurant

**Welcome to Sushi Hakko on Union St. + Fillmore St.**
We'd like to offer our tasting menu that's reflecting Chef Alex Kim and his team's pursuit of top notch sushi experience. Our approach is a harmonious crossover of authentic Edo-mae style with Western skill. From fish to rice, cooking rice to garnish prep - a true synergy of not only Californian but Japan.

**Sushi Bar Experience**
For the best experience of our tasting menu, we'd recommend the sushi bar seating, where chef will serve and explain the dish by dish, piece by piece with an extensive information of the skills and ingredients.

**Regular Tables**
Our regular tables are also available for the tasting menu and you can make a reservation at any time slot to your convenience.

*Large Group*
For any party of 7 or more, please kindly call us at 415.814.2886 or email at sushihakko@gmail.com. We will get back to you asap.

All parties will be subject to a 20% service charge.

We look forward to serving you soon.

Top review

KatherineVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Hands down one of the best sushi experiences of my life. My husband and I flew to SF just to do it again. Each bite is a journey that was perfectly curated by Chef Alex. The service is impeccable! Sushi Hakko truly raises the bar for what good sushi is.

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Experience

Sushi Hakko Bar Experience

Experience

Sushi Hakko Table Experience

The Essence - Livermore

4.8

4.8 (28)

$30 and under

Indian

Livermore

About the restaurant

At The Essence Redefining Indian food we invite you to indulge in the finest Indian cuisine in an atmosphere of luxury and refinement. Whether you are a connoisseur of Indian food or a first-time explorer, our restaurant promises an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of India in every bite. Exquisite Ambiance, Culinary Excellence, Artful Presentation, Impeccable Service, Exclusive Wine and Beverage Pairings, Private Dining and Events
Book your table today and let us transport you to a world of exquisite flavors and timeless elegance.

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Larry

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

This restaurant was located in a remote shopping mall tucked away in a corner and well worth a visit for the excellent food. From the outside it does not appear to be much but with the draperies, chandeliers and furnishings the interior reflect a very upscale establishment. We went on a Saturday for 5:30pm dinner and there were very few patrons and when we left at 7pm it was still not very busy except for a large party in a back banquet room. This place deserves a try for their extensive menu and wonderful food. We ordered Kadai Prawns, Butter chicken,Nalli Rogan and Chicken Biryani and were so delicious. Each of the dishes were also very generous in portion sizes. Will definitely return to this gem of a restaurant

The Madrona

4.7

4.7 (254)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Healdsburg

About the restaurant

Within the Mansion’s intimate parlors and expansive outdoor spaces, a variety of culinary experiences are available to delight guests every day; from leisurely lunches to decadent twilight dinners. Our unique perspective reflects the season and region, while drawing inspiration from global destinations to highlight the natural beauty of our ingredients. The beverage program showcases inventive cocktails, rare spirits, and an eclectic wine list that goes beyond Sonoma’s borders to embrace the work of winemakers around the world.

The estate offers a stylish and relaxed experience to be shared by all. As our guests play a role in the ambience, a smart casual appearance is appreciated.

Given the style of the property, the hotel and restaurant are generally not the best environment for young children.

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery.

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AnneVIP

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Perfect as always! 🥂 Service, food, ambience, everything was lovely.

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Experience

Movies on The Lawn! - Quantum of Solace

630 Park Steakhouse - Graton Resort & Casino

4.7

4.7 (1691)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Rohnert Park

About the restaurant

630 Park is a Classic American Steakhouse serving tender-dry-aged Prime steaks. All of our meats, seafood and produce have been carefully sourced from the freshest purveyors and local farms. 630 Park exemplifies Sonoma County with our succulent menu, hand selected wine list and detailed service. We invite you to experience the future of the Classic American Steakhouse.

At the moment we are limited to 21 and older until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you all again soon.

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cynthiaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

the new manager looked very disheveled and sloppy. his white shirt was only half way tucked in....not very personable like the two other ones that are now gone....actually he is not a good fit....

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Popular dish

JAPANESE A5 WAGYU FILET MIGNON

Popular dish

ANGUS PRIME FILET MIGNON

Popular dish

NEW YORK STRIP STEAK

Amour Amour Wine Bar & Tapas

4.7

4.7 (133)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

San Mateo

About the restaurant

Amour Amour celebrates 10 years anniversary with the relaxed lifestyle, where small plates, good drinks and a cozy and tranquil atmosphere are all part of the experience. Guests can start with the sachet de prosciutto wrapped with goat cheese, fig jam, almonds and herbes de Provence for an introduction to Amour Amour’s culinary French and Spanish style. Popular hot tapas options include the Spanish seafood paella and Spanish meatballs in a sauce consisting of tomato, nutmeg and paprika, The roasted patatas bravas with spicy tomato aioli is another favorite. Amour Amour’s cold tapas plates, such as the Oregano octopus, capers , or the burrata capresse , are flavorful and refreshing ,squid ink paella .

For a sweet bite, enjoy the tropical coconut panna cotta with mango puree. Be sure to wash your meal down with a house-made sangria. Bon appetit !!!
Family owned and operated !

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LawrenceVIP

Dined on May 25, 2025

Great food. It is great that they expanded the menu. It is nice to see that Carla and Jose, who did a great job running the restaurant in the past, now own the place.

Truss Restaurant + Bar

4.6

4.6 (398)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Calistoga

About the restaurant

A vibrant brasserie-style destination in Calistoga, TRUSS Restaurant + Bar offers all-day dining with American-Mediterranean flavors and Napa Valley's finest ingredients. With sweeping vineyard and Palisades Mountain views, enjoy bold, seasonal dishes, renowned pizzas, and burgers. Sip from our Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence-winning list or savor handcrafted cocktails at our lively bar. Join us for an unforgettable taste of wine country. Reserve your table today and enjoy the flavor, spirit, and scenery of Napa Valley.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

Celebration of new job and friends wedding

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Popular dish

Truffle Parmesan Fries

Popular dish

Steak Tartare

Experience

NIWA x Laurent-Perrier

Fermentation Lab Japantown

4.6

4.6 (30)

$30 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Western Addition

About the restaurant

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Japantown, San Francisco, our second location is a tantalizing fusion of global tastes, featuring an exquisite array of fermented beverages and comfort food from diverse cultural backgrounds. Step into a world where innovation meets tradition, where a full liquor bar elevates your experience, and where community connections thrive. Here at Fermentation Lab you'll find something for everyone.
Cheers!

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Vanita

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

Wow! Amazing food and experience at Fermentation Lab in Japantown! Weds is Prime Rib night. Complete meal! Wedge salad, delish prime rib with sides (cream spinach & mash potatoes) and a chocolate souffle. Very fun! Recommend a resv!

Golden Crab House

4.5

4.5 (107)

$50 and over

Seafood

Sunset District

About the restaurant

Golden Crab House is a Vietnamese inspired restaurant. At Golden Crab House our goal is to bring a combination of traditional and fusion flavors bringing our customers a unique and flavorful experience. Here at Golden Crab House, we serve only the freshest seafood. The Dungeness Crabs we serve year-round are either caught locally or from Washington state. Our Maine Lobsters are caught from the East Coast.

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Nghia

Dined on May 11, 2025

Great place for family and food . We recommend this place .

Paseo: A California Bistro

4.5

4.5 (261)

$31 to $50

Californian

Mill Valley

About the restaurant

Enjoy seasonal New American recipes, using ingredients from the best local artisans, growers, and producers, in our elegant and iconic setting.

Top review

Scott

Dined 4 days ago

Paseo is one of the spots you can pretty much always count on. The environment is warm and welcoming. (Though some people find the front dining room a bit too dark. The service is what you'd expect from a restaurant of this caliber. Even though we don't go that often, one of the servers (female, longish dark hair) always recognizes us and makes an effort to welcome us. The menu is solid. We especially appreciate the fact that they are willing to accommodate requests - such as using the pepper sauce from the filet on the pork chop. Portions are more than adequate. (The pork chop is huge!) Their version of a chocolate lava cake could use a bit of work - it was lacking in both chocolate and lava. This probably could be the best restaurant in Mill Valley at this time.

First Born

4.3

4.3 (36)

$31 to $50

Pan-Asian

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

First Born is an ode to our family, a tribute to our heritage, and a high-five to where we grew up, all cheekily brought together (don’t make us say ‘fused’) to create an unforgettable dining experience.

Fuelled by relentless energy, an obsession with food, and an unflinching desire to prove the naysayers wrong, First Born is home to a group of rag-tag renegades dedicated to doing things our way.

Headed up by our executive chef, Brandon Le, and supported by our dedicated in-house staff, we're not blowing smoke up anyone's ass when we say we really, really, really love to show people a good time.

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sasha

Dined 6 days ago

Great food and service. Drinks well crafted and fun experience

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