Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in San Francisco

OpenTable

Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in San Francisco? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Sushi Hashiri

5.0

5 (213)

$50 and over

Sushi

SOMA

About the restaurant

A progressive approach executed from a deep history of Kappo and Omakase Edomae Sushi. Two of Japan’s historical culinary concepts brought together combining hyper-seasonal ingredients and premium fish selections direct from our private purveyor inside the world renown Toyosu fish market in Tokyo, Japan. Hashiri’s focus is to exemplify its re-evolving cuisine to showcase Japan’s richest seasonal ingredients.

HASHIRI "KODAWARI EDOMAE SUSHI" - $300
Hyper seasonal multi course Kappo & Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience at the sushi counter.

HASHIRI "PETITE OMAKASE EDOMAE SUSHI" - $150
Hyper seasonal Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience at the sushi counter.

Due to our limited seating and the effort involved in curating our menu with internationally sourced ingredients, we kindly ask for your understanding regarding our cancellation policy. Cancellations or no-shows within 72 hours of your reservation will incur the full cost of the dining experience.

Top review

EugeneD

Dined on Oct 3, 2024

This is a restaurant that I have been to a couple of times in the past. I liked the food, and was sad when it closed during the pandemic. Now it has reopened with a new chef, and I liked the food even better. Ono-San is a talented chef, treating the seasonal ingredients with care and respect. Excellent meal, and great service. The place deserves more business.

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Experience

"OMAKASE EDOMAE SUSHI"

Experience

HASHIRI "KODAWARI EDOMAE SUSHI"

Gola

5.0

5 (279)

$30 and under

Tunisian

Mission District

About the restaurant

Gola offers Mediterranean food with an emphasis on the Tunisian cuisine .
Located in the heart of the Mission district surrounded by restaurants, bars and boutique shops,
Dinner :5 pm -10 pm. A little menu with a lots of flavors like the braised lamb riblets or the unique Tunisian deviled eggs. A full bar with a selection of spirits and exclusive Tunisian wines and alcohol. all served in a very cozy warm and charming setting.

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Lori

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

Everything about our dinner at Gola was fabulous! The ambience is warm and welcoming. The staff, knowledgeable and charming. The cocktails were a revelation (do try something with Boukha; a fig brandy) . We opted for several appetizers and entree to share and everything was delicious! Don’t forget to order their homemade bread and couscous so that no sauce goes to waste. We can’t wait to return!

Sushi Hon

4.9

4.9 (449)

$50 and over

Sushi

Mission District

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District, at 2598 Harrison Street, Sushi Hon is more than a restaurant; it's a revered institution for extraordinary Japanese cuisine. Our reputation rests on our exclusive Omakase, where we meticulously source the finest fish and produce from across the globe to craft an exceptional 19-course dinner. Whether you choose to dine at your table or immerse yourself in the culinary theater of our Chef's Table, we are unwavering in our commitment to bringing the best of the market directly to your plate. At Sushi Hon, excellence is not just a standard; it's a tradition.

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

We look forward to serving you soon.

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Justin and Natalia

Dined 7 days ago

I had a lovely night with a friend. The food was delicious. The service wonderful. Highly recommend this place.

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Experience

| Sushi Bar | Exclusive Omakase at Sushi Hon

Experience

| Sushi Table | Exclusive Omakase at Sushi Hon

Experience

| Sushi Bar | Exclusive Lunch Omakase at Sushi Hon

Roti Indian Bistro - San Francisco

4.9

4.9 (1444)

$30 and under

Indian

Forest Hill / West Portal

About the restaurant

ROTI Indian Bistro marries casual, contemporary styling to classic Indian cuisine. The chefs take diners on a culinary tour of India, offering a taste of the North in the Tandoori meat dishes and hints of the South in the vegetarian curries. Fresh breads are available from the tandoor, a mesquite- fired clay oven unique to Indian cooking. Traditional freshly house roasted Indian spices to create a diverse fresh, menu. ROTI prides itself on the dining experience - at this popular new addition to the vibrant West Portal neighborhood, refined customer service from the attentive staff and fabulous food have established a higher standard of dining for the area.

Top review

Danielvip

Dined 5 days ago

The best Indian food in San Francisco, served in a warm, family atmosphere.

Rose's Cafe

4.8

4.8 (584)

$30 and under

Californian

Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

About the restaurant

A favorite in the Cow Hollow neighborhood, Rose's Café is a hangout for locals who bask in the sun at sidewalk tables, duck inside for a cappuccino, or stay for a leisurely meal. Many customers are regulars who frequent the pretty bistro-café that offers table service and some of the most deliciously affordable food in San Francisco - Italian fare created using organic local produce, fresh seafood, humanely raised meats, and free-range poultry. Rose's artisan bakers bake a daily selection of pastries, desserts and breads. Menu highlights include: pizzas, daily soups and house made pasta. Accepting Reservations for Dinner Only!

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Amyvip

Dined on Aug 25, 2024

We had a delicious meal. Rose’s has just gotten better and better! From the fresh and perfectly share-able antipasti to the pasta with clams, pizza and steelhead. All YUM. Very solicitous service. Top notch dining!

Serafina SF

4.9

4.9 (415)

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown / Union Square

About the restaurant

Serafina is a little gem of a restaurant, perched on top of Nob Hill, with views overlooking the city and Bay Bridge. Serafina was owner Maurizio Bruschi’s grandmother, and the name of her eponymous restaurant in the heart of Trastevere (Rome), where Maurizio first began making pizza at the age of 14. The executive chef is Umberto Cannarsa, a successful chef from Rome, who left his own restaurant in Rome to work with Maurizio again. The menu offers everything, including vegetarian options, but specializes in innovative Italian fish dishes, including fresh calamari, stuffed with olives, escarole, anchovies, drizzled with a potato leek sauce, as well as homemade pastas and dolci. The space is warm and elegant, where neighbors and friends can come together.

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Bev

Dined on Sep 29, 2024

If your looking for homemade Italian pasta, this is the place to go, great service and great food

Prelude

4.9

4.9 (14)

$31 to $50

Californian

Financial District / Embarcadero

About the restaurant

Prelude is a restaurant that is reimagining Southern cuisine. As a team, we will produce and serve nostalgic Americana food and drink, inspired by the Bay Area. We will be using some of the best produce in the world, combining modern high-level cooking techniques and recipes passed down through the generations of our Chef Celtin Hendrickson-Jones maternal family. Our offerings will be available in two menu formats: a multi course pre-fixe menu with options for guests to handpick their dining experience, and “salon menu” featuring quick bites to larger plates, all ordered at the guest's discretion.

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Kashkavip

Dined 3 days ago

First time experiencing Prelude and I was intrigued by the menu. Ericka (spelling) was our server and was excellent to deal with as well as the whole team. I liked the fact the menu options weren't overwhelming but a lot of thought and creativity was put into each item. I'd definitely come back.

Hinata Sushi

4.9

4.9 (185)

$50 and over

Sushi

Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

About the restaurant

Hinata is a Sushi Omakase restaurant located in San Francisco's Van Ness district. We use quality ingredients along with authentic techniques to bring the most surprising and innovative Omakase experience to our guest.

We offer a prix fixe sushi menu starting at $145. Our menu will change daily, depending on the season and what is available from the Toyosu Market in Japan. Our full course meal will include multiple courses: starter, zensai, nigiri sushi, soup, and dessert.

Please note:
- We only offer a set Omakase tasting menu (each reserved seat MUST order the Omakase)
- We can not accommodate Vegetarians/Vegans.
- We require 24 hour notice for any allergies and dietary restriction modifications
- We are unable to modify the menu on the same day of the reservation
- Please review the CANCELATION/NO-SHOW policy before booking

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Top review

Alexander

Dined on Oct 5, 2024

Excellent service and experience! We enjoyed our anniversary and would love to come again in the future

Sushi Hakko

4.9

4.9 (258)

$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.

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Xuanqi

Dined on Sep 12, 2024

Chef and staff are friendly and talented. Menu is modified daily depending on the latest quality of Japan ingredients supply, very impressive. Chef secret dishes are awesome.

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Experience

Sushi Hakko Bar Experience

Experience

Sushi Hakko Table Experience

Cafe Tiramisu

4.9

4.9 (1546)

$31 to $50

Italian

Financial District / Embarcadero

About the restaurant

We are offering our food and services in a new way, one that safely creates jobs for our employees, and still provides that quintessential experience only Cafe Tiramisu can.
At Café Tiramisu our pasta, and salads as a takeaway experience with authenticity, carefully selected ingredients for maximum taste and freshness to provide healthier options for all of our customers to satisfy vegan, and vegetarian options! ready to be collected or delivered to you.
Remember to save room for one (or more) of our dessert options.

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David

Dined 3 days ago

Indoor/outdoor Italian on an alley, Belden Pl. Authentic Italian food. Our waiter Tony, was great, he has a long history in the restaurant business. Fun and energetic place, food was delicious.

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Popular dish

Pappardelle

Popular dish

Tiramisu "Pick Me Up"

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