Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Potrero Hill / Dogpatch

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1. 54 Mint

4.6

Exceptional(3491)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 16 times today

54 Mint is a hidden gem in the heart of downtown San Francisco across from the old US Mint Building. We offer authentic Roman cuisine prepared only with fresh and seasonal ingredients. Our pastas, bread and desserts are made fresh in house on a daily basis. Our bar offers an extended variety of Italian wines, craft cocktails and high-end imported and local spirits.

2. Corzetti

4.6

Exceptional(435)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 18 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.

3. Bodega SF

4.7

Exceptional(112)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 26 times today

Bodega SF is an evolution of Matthew Ho’s family's restaurant, Bodega Bistro, which operated from 2003-2017 out of San Francisco’s Tenderloin District, serving traditional Northern Vietnamese cuisine. The brand’s success continued as Ho organized pop-up events, eventually transitioning to meal packages throughout the pandemic to meet demand. In 2022, Ho and his partners opened Bodega SF’s brick-and-mortar location, again located in the Tenderloin District, bringing high-quality Vietnamese cuisine back to the community with a modernized, casual fine dining experience. The family-style concept allows visitors to sample its variety of authentic, creative dishes.

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4. The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco

4.8

Exceptional(6335)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 60 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.

5. Boulevard

4.8

Exceptional(9224)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 55 times today

Chef Nancy Oakes, Chef Dana Younkin and our entire team, look forward to welcoming you to a refreshed and reimagine Boulevard. The dining room features a 3 course prix fixe menu with a multitude of choices. For the more spontaneous sorts; our bar, lounge and chef's counter is available on a walk-in basis and limited reservations. An a la carte menu is offered in these areas. For private events and larger groups, please check our our website.

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6. Absinthe Brasserie and Bar - SF

4.7

Exceptional(7454)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 24 times today

We are currently accepting reservations for lunch, brunch, and dinner.Effective 09/26/2022:Outdoor seating will not be available.

7. Trestle

4.7

Exceptional(2934)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 30 times today

Hi Neighbor!At Trestle, we remember a time, not too long ago, where people took pause to enjoy a meal in the presence of great company, giving it the reverence and respect deserved. We provide a dining experience served in courses, with the satisfaction and warmth found at a family gathering, creating the foundation to a proper meal. Every day we feature a changing 4 course prix fixe menu with choices on each course for $52/person. Unfortunately, we do not offer ala-carte options.We are able to accommodate vegetarian options nightly. We do our best to accommodate other allergies/restrictions based on the menu for that evening. Due to our limited spacing, we can accommodate parties of 8 or less only.

8. Xebec-sf

4.9

Exceptional(89)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Western Addition

Booked 9 times today

Are you ready to embark on a mouth-watering journey down the Mediterranean coast, infused with the tantalizing flavors and techniques of Japan? Join us now to experience this meeting of cultures that will leave your taste buds craving for more!

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9. Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club

4.8

Exceptional(965)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 31 times today

***Best Jazz Club in the City, by San Francisco Magazine***Mr. Tipple’s is a craft cocktail bar featuring live jazz.-Reservations have a 90min time limit from reservation time. There is a $20/guest min for table serviceMr. Tipple’s heralds back to a 1950s NYC basement. Cozy. Dark. Boozy. The intimate setting features local jazz artists up close and personal. It’s a joint where you come as you are, hear great music, tap your toes, and sip a properly chilled cocktail.-My name is Mr. Tipple. Just a simple and laughable bloke hailing from London. I run a recording studio. My friends joke that you’ll oft find me spinning cocktails, not reeling tape. After a few too many, I usually just sit back and enjoy the music, having forgotten to hit record. Regardless, the band is always jiving, the whiskey is always cold, and we’re having a smashing good time.

10. Fiorella Polk

4.7

Exceptional(545)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 19 times today

Your new favorite Italian! Fiorella is a neighborhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Russian Hill. We serve wood fired pizza, pasta, antipasti & Italian vino in a casual neighborhood setting.

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tom
1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
One of the best restaurants in SF, perfect for any occasion...TM
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BoulevardPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8
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SophieVIP
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was delicious - I am Vietnamese and it was a high end take on traditional food while still affordable. My colleagues particularly enjoyed the Banh Cuon, Bun Cha, Pho, Green beans, and the mochi cake. The truffle seemed to overpower the fried rice. We wanted to try the Banh Khot but the caviar made it a little too expensive. Overall, great vibes, service and food.
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Bodega SFPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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Lara
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 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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Ken
1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
What a fun discovery out the back door of the Hampton. The place seemed over the top friendly then down steps to the basement dining that was over the top in ambiance. The menu, food and service was excellent.
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54 MintPrice: Expensive• Italian• SOMA
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4.6
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Eric
Dunbartonshire/Renfrewshire •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 1, 2025
Lovely dining experience with attentive staff and excellent food
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CorzettiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Union Square
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4.6

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