Best Lunch Restaurants in Downtown / Union Square

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A photo of The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco restaurant

1. The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(6257)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 78 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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2. Tratto - San Francisco

4.5

Awesome(854)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 7 times today

A spirited, bar-driven restaurant serving rustic Italian fare with modern sensibilities. Tratto means the stroke of a pen or a mark in Italian, nodding to both the neighborhood’s artistic history and the name of The Marker, the boutique hotel next door. Tratto’s flavorful menu of simple, delicious and shareable dishes coupled with casual, communal-style dining creates a neighborhood bar experience inspired by the Italian tradition of “aperitivo,” or happy hour.Guests can enjoy playful twists on classic Italian cocktails, boozy Italian sodas, and beer and wine from California and Italy, including a jug of house wine from the taps.Choose from a wide selection of traditional small-plate antipasti, house-made pastas and pizzas, entrees served family-style, seasonal side dishes, and classic Italian desserts including ice creams, gelatos and sorbets.

3. The Parthenon

4.4

Awesome(115)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 44 times today

Welcome to The Parthenon, your gateway to the authentic flavors of Greece nestled in the heart of San Francisco. As a Mediterranean Wine Bar and Mezes, we offer a rich tapestry of Greek culinary delights that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed Greek islands.Our menu is a celebration of traditional Greek cuisine, with a contemporary twist.Pair your meal with a selection from our Mediterranean Wine Bar, and don't forget to save room for our delectable sides, including Greek Fries and Garlic Fries.

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4. O' by Claude Le Tohic

4.8

Exceptional(488)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 3 times today

Located on the 5th floor of ONE65 San Francisco, O' is Chef Claude Le Tohic's inaugural solo venture after earning Meilleur Ouvrier de France, winning the James Beard Award for Best Chef in America and carrying the coveted 3-Michelin star rating at Joël Robuchon Las Vegas. Luxurious but not pretentious, O’ offers modern French cuisine with elegant and attentive service. O' offers a 5-course Tasting Menu for $210, and a 9-course Grand Tasting Menu for $295. Optional wine pairings are available, along with a wine list of 1000+ selections from the USA and France. Please note that 20% service charge (which includes gratuity) and 1% San Francisco Health Mandate is added onto every check.Though dinner attire is always encouraged, we ask our guests to abide by "smart casual" dress code; no shorts, t-shirts, or sandals.

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5. Mastro's Steakhouse - San Francisco

4.5

Awesome(1946)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 103 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.

6. The Post Room

4.3

Awesome(207)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 41 times today

In the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square, a new Mediterranean-inspired bar and lounge called The Post Room is nestled inside the historic Beacon Grand and overlooking the hotel’s grand lobby, the vibrant social venue will serve breakfast through supper every day, with brunch served on weekends and complemented by a dazzling live music program.

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7. Historic John's Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7550)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 94 times today

John's Grill has been a San Francisco tradition since 1908. This historic restaurant is one of the city's oldest and most famous and is a favorite of celebrities who enjoy great steaks, expertly prepared fresh seafood with excellent service and a one of a kind atmosphere. John's Grill was a setting in author Dashiell Hammett, The Maltese Falcon.

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8. Delarosa - Yerba Buena

4.6

Exceptional(54)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 11 times today

Delarosa is an Italian-style restaurant in downtown San Francisco. It has a free and open design with large, communal tables for many different guests to share during a meal. There is also stool seating around the edges of the restaurant near the bar area. This is a well lit restaurant with long lines of bright pendants lights hanging from the ceilings. Pizza is the main focus at Delarosa, but other Italian cuisine is also offered. During the weekdays, a lunch and dinner menu is offered with frittis, paninis, spiedinis and pasta with your choice of sauce meats and toppings. A large variety of pizza is also offered, including the delicious margherita or spicy marinara pizzas. On weekends, guests can order from the brunch menu for a lighter meal of traditional breakfast dishes, appetizers or pizzas. The bar at Delarosa serves from a selection of popular international and Italian wines.

9. Cafe de la Presse

4.4

Awesome(1924)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 14 times today

For centuries, cafes the world over have provided patrons with entertainment that draws on all walks of life. In these gathering places of art, politics, fashion, and everyday events, cafe-goers partake in a unique convergence of eclectic culture and traditional cuisine. Parisian-inspired Cafe de la Presse continues the trend with international literature, classic fare, and the age-old pastime of dining, relaxing, and conversing in a vibrant atmosphere.

10. The Cavalier

4.7

Exceptional(1799)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 21 times today

The Cavalier is a London-inspired brasserie, located adjacent to Hotel Zetta in San Francisco's SoMA neighborhood. The upscale British influenced restaurant is brought to you by Executive Chef Jennifer Puccio, managing partner James Nicholas, and award winning San Francisco designer, Ken Fulk. The 135-seat restaurant is divided into four unique, intimate spaces: the Blue Bar, Main Dining Room, Wine Stables, and Rail Car. The interior is designed with deep leather banquettes, polished brass, zinc and white marble, lending a posh and sultry feel.

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RosaVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •5 reviews
5.0
Dined today
This restaurant is a standout for its amazing service and exceptional food.
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Mastro's Steakhouse - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Union Square
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4.5
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SaraVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fabulous view and knowledgable and efficient service. Food was not quite up to the level it had been in prior visits, but still quite good. Seemed like crab was not as fresh as it has been before, but everything else—fruit, bisque, risotto—all outstanding.
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The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown / Union Square
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4.7
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ToshiraVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was super delicious. The Hummus was the BEST I've ever had. The service was too notch. Very attentive. 10/10 Next time I'm in San Fran i will be coming back.
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The ParthenonPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown / Union Square
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4.4
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JenniferVIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service and lovely food and location ! Live that everything is homemade.
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Tratto - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / Union Square
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 19, 2025
Outstanding food and out standing service we will come again .
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O' by Claude Le TohicPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Downtown / Union Square
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4.8

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