Best Restaurants for People Watching in Forest Hill / West Portal

This is a terrific restaurant in every way. Definitely expensive when you add cocktails and a bottle of wine but the food and service are outstanding.

Gorgeous French food in an elegant, light-filled space. In the Inner Richmond ! Highly recommend!

A Must-Visit in the Marina! Original Joe's in the Marina has become my go-to spot, and every visit reaffirms why I love it so much. The atmosphere is lively without being overwhelming, and the service is consistently warm and attentive. But the real star here? The food. I always—always—go for the Mile High Signature dish zucchini fries. It's my absolute favorite. I devour the entire plate every time, and I have no shame about it. The zucchini fries are perfectly crisp and flavor fully fried. This visit, I branched out a bit and tried a variety of dishes, and every single one impressed: Linguini with Clams: While the portion was on the smaller side, it was bursting with flavor. The clams were fresh and perfectly cooked. Special Salad of the Day: So fresh and vibrant. A great way to start the meal. Hamburger with Fries: Cooked perfectly medium rare, just as ordered. The fries were crispy and not at all greasy—exactly how they should be. Chinese Chicken Salad: This one surprised me! So much flavor, great texture, and the wonton strips added the perfect crunch. Spicy Mike Pizza: If you like a little heat, this is your pizza. Jalapeños, pepperoni, and a bold tomato sauce make it a standout. Chicken Caesar Salad: A classic done right. Fresh greens, savory dressing, and well-seasoned grilled chicken. This place never misses. Whether you're craving something hearty, fresh, spicy, or classic—Original Joe’s delivers every time. Can’t wait to go back (and yes, the zucchini fries will be all mine)!

Great Negroni's and the fried chicken sandwich was really tasty.

We ordered the grilled cheese, tomato soup, sweet potato with aioli, and black and blue salad. All were delicious. Service was great. We sat beside the roaring fire on the patio. It was lovely!