Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Cow Hollow

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1. BIX

4.7

Exceptional(5130)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 36 times today

An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware. Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture. The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment. All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.

2. Spruce

4.8

Exceptional(5556)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights

Booked 38 times today

Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!

3. Saison

4.9

Exceptional(75)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • SOMA

Booked 10 times today

Saison is a two Michelin-starred, open wood fire restaurant under the leadership of Executive Chef Richard Lee, emphasizing the bounty of California’s evolving terroir and its incredible farmers, ranchers, and fishermen and women. Saison is driven by Lee’s dedication to purity and innovation, paired with a Grand Award-winning wine list in a dynamic space where guest and team celebrate an intimate, culture-shifting experience. Chef Lee builds upon Saison’s formidable foundation as the original fine dining establishment in the U.S. to use open hearth cooking, crafting nuanced flavors with intention that are inspired by the culinary diversity of Northern California.Saison has one of the country’s largest and most remarkable selections of Old and New World wine, with a special emphasis on Burgundy, originally established by Saison Hospitality co-founder and Saison Winery winemaker Mark Bright and now curated by Beverage Director and Assistant General Manager Molly Greene.

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4. The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco

4.8

Exceptional(6338)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 69 times today

The Rotunda serves afternoon tea seven days a week beginning at 1:30 p.m. A tea experience reservation is necessary to enjoy our daily tea service. Any dietary restrictions must be noted at least 24 hours in advance of your reservation.Please use link below to reserve your tea experience.https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=889&restref=889&experienceId=35326Let THE ROTUNDA® host your next Baby or Bridal Shower. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.The Rotunda is located on the 4th floor of Neiman Marcus. We are accessible through our elevator on the Geary Street entrance or through any NM entrance.

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5. The Garden Court - Luxury Collection

4.4

Awesome(2528)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • SOMA

Booked 20 times today

Featuring innovative intercontinental cuisine, the famed Garden Court offers a superb dining experience in a glorious setting. This historic landmark serves Breakfast daily, Lunch Monday-Friday and an enchanting Afternoon Tea on Saturday. The Garden Court features a stained glass dome, Italian marble columns, Austrian crystal chandeliers and is noted on San Francisco’s Historic Register as Landmark #18. Our Executive Chef invites you to try our signature crab salad lightly dressed in our own Green Goddess Dressing, a true Palace original created in 1923.

6. Nightbird

4.8

Exceptional(879)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 10 times today

Nightbird offers a 12 Course , from chef, owner and James Beard Nominated, Kim Alter. It is an elegant boutique restaurant in the heart of San Francisco (Hayes Valley) embracing California's freshest, seasonal, local ingredients. the price of the menu is $195/person with a 16% service charge, 6% Heathy SF, and tax. Please understand we have 10 tables in our dining room, for that reason we do have the policy below.Cancellation policy: If cancelled after the 48 hour window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.For parties over 4 people, one weeks notice is needed for a cancellation. If cancelled after the 5 working day window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.Consumer AdvisoryConsuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, eggs, seafood or shellfish may increase risk of foodborne illness especially if you have medical conditions.

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7. Mastro's Steakhouse - San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(1995)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 55 times today

Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

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8. Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.5

Awesome(1828)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Nob Hill

Booked 12 times today

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar dazzles with its soaring domed ceilings, commanding columns, Tuscan-style frescoes and ornate detailing. Enjoy seasonal menus that collaborate closely with Bay Area organic farmers, ranchers and sustainable seafood purveyors for a coast-influenced dining experience.

9. Miller & Lux

4.7

Exceptional(1292)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mission Bay / South Beach

Booked 27 times today

Tyler Florence’s new modern American Steakhouse Miller & Lux at the Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors, delivers a refined and comfortable restaurant experience through a sophisticated lens. The highest-quality steaks with impeccable flavor from the best ranches in America; a robust raw bar; fresh sustainable seafood; and farm direct vegetables – all perfectly complemented by a globally curated wine list – combine to inspire the next chapter in Tyler Florence’s mark on innovative American cuisine. Miller & Lux is the new frontier, showcasing Tyler’s spin on unique steakhouse fare and his passion for classic American luxury.

10. Perbacco

4.7

Exceptional(7066)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 30 times today

Sleek and modern with one foot firmly in the Old World is the feeling at Perbacco. The restaurant boasts a brick wall original to the historic 1913 Hind building, with other touches such as a bar top and floor tiles made from white Carrara marble. With 16 seats at the bar and 7 more intimate tables, Perbacco creates an atmosphere for a glass of wine or a light bite. Perbacco also features 2 dining rooms, one on the main floor and a smaller one on the Mezzanine, which has the added allure of serving as "theater", with windows to watch all the action in the kitchen below. Chef Staffan Terje strives to cook the finest food reflecting the Italian regions of Piemonte and Liguria. Handcrafted, house-made salumi, prosciutto and other charcuterie are not to be missed. Seasonal pastas, a tradition in Piemonte, range from the traditional ravioli to the more exotic agnolotti. Main courses feature dishes such as stuffed quail breast, a selection of seafood dishes, and vegetarian options.

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Ishwin
Calgary / Southern Alberta •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food and service. Our server was fantastic and very knowledgeable and helpful. Live jazz music performance was amazing.
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BIXPrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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Jordan
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was one of the best experiences of our lives!
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SaisonPrice: Very Expensive• American• SOMA
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4.9
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Nellis
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent ambience, food and service. Will return.
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SprucePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Presidio Heights
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4.8
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Lara
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As always, our experience was superb. Beautiful atmosphere, excellent customer service and the food was outstanding.
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The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown / Union Square
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4.8
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Fatima
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 9, 2025
Lunch at the Garden Court is always an exceptional experience. The Palace Hotel is so lovely and the staff is amazing. The food is always a cut above and even the most simple items are handles with expertise and great care. Always have a lovely time here, have come for almost two decades and will continue to!
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The Garden Court - Luxury CollectionPrice: Expensive• Californian• SOMA
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4.4

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