Best Lunch Restaurants in Richmond District

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1. Lokma

4.8

Exceptional(853)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Richmond District

Booked 30 times today

Lokma, which means “a bite” in Turkish, opened in Feb 2018 and is located in the Outer Richmond. We serve a fresh Californian and Turkish fare while serving our guests with warm hospitality in our bright and open space. Please note that we allow 15-minute grace period for reservations, we ask that you please call if you are going to be late. Reservations will be marked as no-shows after 15 minutes. Due to the high number of no-shows and last-minute cancellations, we now have a 24-hour cancellation window for parties of 6 or more. We will require credit card information through OpenTable. There will be a $10 fee for no-shows or late cancellations per person for a party of 6 or more.Your table will be reserved for 1 hour 30 minutes.

A photo of Kokkari Estiatorio restaurant

2. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.8

Exceptional(9392)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 191 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

3. Wayfare Tavern

4.5

Awesome(8022)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 149 times today

Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for quality and timeless style to the heart of San Francisco with Wayfare Tavern, now located at 201 Pine Street. Designed by Jon De La Cruz, the space blends the charm of a classic SF tavern with elevated details while honoring the city’s rich culinary history. Wayfare Tavern features authentic American fare inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, offering dishes that range from rustic delicacies to classic comforts. The beverage list showcases local wines, quality draft beers, and timeless cocktails. Spanning two floors, the new location features a spacious main dining room, a large central bar, an intimate Chef’s Alcove, and a hidden Cellar Dining Room. The second floor includes four distinct private dining rooms, ideal for celebrations, meetings, and special events. Wayfare Tavern continues to offer a dining experience that feels both nostalgic and entirely new—a timeless San Francisco classic.

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4. COQUETA - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3497)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 55 times today

Brought to you by Award Winning Chef Michael Chiarello and located at Pier 5 on the bustling San Francisco Waterfront, Coqueta is inspired by the cuisines of Spain. Chef Chiarello feels that Spain’s signature ‘small plates’ coupled with the social vibrancy of their dining scene is the perfect combination for San Francisco, which has its own deep-rooted history with the country. Focusing on regional dishes from Madrid, Catalonia, the Basque Country and beyond, the menu will feature Chiarello's interpretation of traditional Spanish cuisine and, as has always been his tradition, will highlight the bounty of fresh, local ingredients from land and sea.Coqueta means “flirt” or “infatuation” in Spanish, and represents Michael Chiarello and his team’s exploration and interpretation of Spanish Cuisine, wine and inspired cocktails, while highlighting the bounty of Northern California.

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5. House of Prime Rib

4.8

Exceptional(16314)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 189 times today

62 years of loyal customers can't be wrong. We are grateful to all of our customers, employees, and critics (...though we may not always agree!). The only way to find out the truth is with a visit. Oft imitated, never duplicated. Thank you in advance.

6. Starbelly

4.6

Exceptional(1651)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Castro

Booked 20 times today

Starbelly is a modern, urban restaurant that serves California Comfort food in the heart of The Castro. Our garden patio and fun atmosphere make Starbelly a neighborhood favorite, serving lunch, brunch and dinner. Our craft cocktails, beer and wine lists all play well with our seasonal menu.

7. Barcha

4.6

Exceptional(1667)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 65 times today

We welcome you to our warm modern space with the largest heated patio in the Financial District! Our outdoor dining room is set up beautifully, and has the most romantic ambiance. Indoors, celebrate with us in our newly remodeled interior. Our inspiration is that of the Mediterranean with its wonderful diverse cultures, cuisines and wines. The menu reflects flavors from South of France, Spain, Tunisia and the Middle East. Be sure to try our legendary Persian Tahdig, Spiced Beef Dumplings, and the smoothest, most delicious hummus you've ever had!We look forward to welcoming you to Barcha!HAPPY HOUR IS BACK AT BARCHA!Come join us at Barcha for a new Happy Hour experience! We are featuring small bites with our unique spin on Mediterranean specialties. Available Monday through Thursday 3:30pm-5:30pm. Drink specials, beautiful food, and most importantly, the best company!

8. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(868)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 153 times today

Welcome to Elena's -- a place where a family’s love for authentic Mexican food is celebrated and combined with California-inspired elements and signature Mexican-American dishes. We offer reservations for up to 8 guests via OpenTable. At the time of your reservation, we kindly request the entire party be present to be seated. Tables will be held for up to 10 minutes after the reservation time. For parties that arrive later, the table will be released but we will do our best to accommodate the reservation with the next available table. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

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9. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

4.9

Exceptional(132)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 50 times today

Welcome to Little Original Joe's -- an Italian-American neighborhood eatery featuring pizza, pasta, and parmigiana in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood! Limited reservations are available for up to 6 guests -- we look forward to seeing you soon!

10. Caché

4.6

Exceptional(89)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Sunset District

Booked 31 times today

Located in San Francisco’s vibrant Inner Sunset neighborhood, just steps from the iconic Golden Gate Park, Caché combines French roots with Michelin-star expertise to offer seasonal dishes that are both refined and imaginative. Our ever-changing menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner feature the Bay Area’s best ingredients—from fresh-caught seafood to farm-fresh vegetables—while adding creative twists to beloved French classics.

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Willa
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I’ve been going to the HOPR for decades! The food and service are always impeccable. The noise level changes with whatever parties are seated near you, but they’re happy noises. This last time we were informed that the policy of receiving a second slice has changed, and then we were asked if that changes what we ordered. It’s okay, prices go up and staff gets a raise, I get it. In the end, we will come back again and again!
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House of Prime RibPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.8
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Jeanette
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is the go to for anyone in SF - yummy, fun, and classic.
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Wayfare TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.5
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Sandra
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
We saat outside which was heated and comfortable. Their was a service issue that was quickly corrected with a compliomentary dish. All in all our dining was an excellent expeerience
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LokmaPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Richmond District
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4.8
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SharonVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The sangria is delicious Paella was the best A favorite always
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COQUETA - San FranciscoPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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Nancy
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 21, 2025
Always a solid choice. Very good food, good service and nice ambience
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Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8

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