Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in North Beach

27 restaurants available nearby

1. The Parthenon

4.5

Awesome(72)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 66 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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2. STK - San Francisco

4.1

Excellent(1318)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 150 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

3. Corzetti

4.3

Awesome(376)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 20 times today

Step off the bustling streets of Union Square and into a glamorous, coastal Italian getaway. Corzetti is a Ligurian restaurant and bar that evokes summers spent on the Italian Riviera where life moves at a slower pace, and seaside restaurants serve up menus influenced by the day’s catch and peak-season produce from the region.Chef Tali Missirlian's focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and handmade pasta reflects our commitment to sustainability and quality. You'll find fresh seafood-forward dishes on our menu including pizza, pasta and more, which pair perfectly with creative cocktails from our bar and an extensive list of Italian wines. Come in for lunch, happy hour, or a quick dinner before a show. Host birthday parties and get togethers in our private dining room. From our cozy and intimate atmosphere to our knowledgeable and attentive service, Corzetti invites you to savor the essence of Liguria's relaxed seaside culture in the heart of the city.

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4. Burma Love Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(556)

Price: Expensive

• Burmese • SOMA

Booked 65 times today

Established in 2019.Located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, Burma Love (Downtown) is the newest establishment from the Burma Superstar restaurant family serving modern Burmese cuisine in an elegant setting. Named Best Salad of the West by Sunset Magazine, Burma Superstar is home of the iconic fermented tea leaf salad. The bar features old and new world wines, craft cocktails, and artisan beers, including a house-made Burma Ale.

5. Bouche

4.6

Exceptional(1919)

Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 53 times today

Bouche is a California-French restaurant with an oft-changing seasonal menu created by the renowned Parisian Chef Jeremy Blaringhem. The beer and wine list is centered on small producers from both California and France. Our Kitchen Is Exclusively Offering seasonal Menu.A brunch service a la carte is offered Sat & Sun 11am-2.30pm in our outdoors heated parklet area only.Items on the menus are subject to change with seasonOur goal is to share our passion for food and wine in our romantic & sexy "hole in the wall" restaurant. Come and fall in love with our recipes and style of cooking served by our wonderful team wearing a big smile. Be Brave enough to order our signature dish "The adventurous". A blind dish created to challenge your palet and boundaries.Nothing Fancy... Simply expect real food, real ingredients , real people , real laughs ... a love experience.As a small family business we really appreciate your support.Bon appétit

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6. Ula Restaurant & Tapas Bar

4.1

Excellent(781)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 28 times today

Ula is a beautiful European Mediterranean restaurant and tapas bar in San Francisco. Sip your martini or quality wine with a seafood-centric menu that has a focus on raw, roasted, and grilled fish and various roasted and grilled meats, pasta, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan selections. The restaurant is maximalist art deco with fixtures that depict jellyfish, oysters, and grand maritime vessels. Just a hop from Union Square, the delightfully vintage dining room begs to be paired with a nostalgic trolley ride and a stroll through the heart of the city. Dining is available inside only (and you wouldn’t want it any other way). We look forward to serving you. From the Mediterranean with Love. All welcome.

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7. Nakama Sushi - San Francisco

4.9

Exceptional(363)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 10 times today

Nakama means friends/buddies and Nakama Sushi is the result of 2 friends coming together to bring to San Francisans an affordable omakase style menu featuring the highest quality fresh fish. Nakama Sushi also offer an excellent A la carte which is great for the pre-performance. In a city full of expensive dining options, Nakama is proud to offer you an excellent value. Nakama Sushi offer fine selections of beer, wine and sake. Bring your friends, family to Nakama Sushi for a memorable meal.

8. Rise Over Run

4.2

Awesome(201)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 3 times today

Gaze out over sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline at Rise Over Run, the lush outdoor rooftop and indoor solarium. Share a South East Asian inspired cocktail — by local legend Danny Louie — or snack on food offerings of Executive Chef Morgan Depaulo.Walk-ins are welcomed and encouraged! Reservations are nice, too.

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9. bota tapas and paella bar

4.3

Awesome(950)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 47 times today

Bota is an authentic Spanish style tapas and paella bar located in the heart of Union Square in San Francisco. A place to go to share food, savor rustic flavors and enjoy Spanish wine in a casual, yet chic, environment. Inspired by the concept behind our name “BOTA”, a vessel to share wine with the people around you.

10. ONE65 Bistro

4.5

Awesome(175)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 8 times today

The Bistro at ONE65 features 2, 3, or 4-course Prix Fixe dinner menus with multiple choices for each course, showcasing local, seasonal fare minimally prepared to allow the ingredients to shine. Guests can choose to sit by the open kitchen and interact with the culinary team for a unique experience, or, opt for the main dining room, with a trendy yet comfortable atmosphere. ONE65 Bistro is located on the third floor of ONE65, located at 165 O'Farrell Street and just steps away from the heart of Union Square. The Bistro shares a building with ONE65 Patisserie and Boutique, Elements Bar & Lounge, and the Michelin awarded fine dining restaurant, O' by Claude Le Tohic. Please note that 20% service charge (which includes gratuity) is added for parties of 6 or more guests. 1% San Francisco Health Mandate is added onto every check.

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StephenVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A culinary gem in San Francisco's Union Square area. Small space, reminiscent of a Paris bistro, that features exquisite food and wonderful presentation. Very accommodating hosts. Reservations highly recommended.
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BouchePrice: Expensive• French• Downtown / Union Square
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4.6
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PhilVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Got there at 11:15 pm on a Saturday night. Didn’t expect that there would be a DJ spinning vinyl very loudly. More like a dance club than a restaurant. Impossible to have a conversation. However… the food was excellent (the jalapeño pickled shrimp cocktail was fresh and delicious and the mushroom and truffle tagliatelle was perfect) and the server, Karen, made the whole meal a great experience. Great late meal (not enough SF restaurants serving at that hour) — just a bit noisy when I showed up.
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STK - San FranciscoPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.1
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William
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing food seating limited and loud restaurant; however, that can also shown to look to the quality of service and the deliciousness of the food served. Overall customer service was amazing and food was amazing. Not a big restaurant though.
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The ParthenonPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown / Union Square
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4.5
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TomVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
We often eat here for pre-theatre. When we are short of time, the bar offers an excellent happy hour menu and usually with very prompt service. This time we relaxed and has a meal in the dining room. Good selection and eats. Service was timely and good.
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CorzettiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Union Square
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4.3
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Chano
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
This Restraunt is amazing. Great service and ambiance. Then the food is crazy good.
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Burma Love DowntownPrice: Expensive• Burmese• SOMA
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4.6

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. The Parthenon

2. STK - San Francisco

3. Corzetti

4. Burma Love Downtown

5. Bouche

6. Ula Restaurant & Tapas Bar

7. Nakama Sushi - San Francisco

8. Rise Over Run

9. bota tapas and paella bar

10. ONE65 Bistro

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