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1. Frances
4.8
Exceptional(3682)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • The Castro
Booked 21 times today
At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.
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2. Canela Bistro & Wine Bar
4.8
Exceptional(1587)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • The Castro
Booked 12 times today
Take a trip to Spain without your passport! Established in 2011, Canela's Spanish and California cuisine has been drawing in locals and visitors alike. Crafted with a mix of ingredients and wines imported from Spain as well as California's bounty, Canela's mix of tapas and paella is made to please. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors with you in mind. Honored to be awarded a Certified Restaurant from Spain by the Spanish Trade Commission, we offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.
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3. Nightbird
4.7
Exceptional(853)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 5 times today
Nightbird offers a 12 Course , from chef, owner and James Beard Nominated, Kim Alter. It is an elegant boutique restaurant in the heart of San Francisco (Hayes Valley) embracing California's freshest, seasonal, local ingredients. the price of the menu is $195/person with a 16% service charge, 6% Heathy SF, and tax. Please understand we have 10 tables in our dining room, for that reason we do have the policy below.Cancellation policy: If cancelled after the 48 hour window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.For parties over 4 people, one weeks notice is needed for a cancellation. If cancelled after the 5 working day window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.Consumer AdvisoryConsuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, eggs, seafood or shellfish may increase risk of foodborne illness especially if you have medical conditions.
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4. Alexander's Steakhouse - SF
4.6
Exceptional(2515)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 7 times today
Located on the third floor of ONE65, Alexander's Steakhouse in San Francisco offers a fine dining interpretation of a Modern American Steakhouse with hints of Japanese influences throughout our menu. Featuring classic cuts such as Ribeye, Bone-In New York and Filet Mignon, to sustainable seafood, our signature Hamachi Shot and one of the largest variety of Wagyu Steak in the U.S. We also highlight dry-aged steaks and offer the finest and most luxurious products available.
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5. Dalida
4.7
Exceptional(1030)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Presidio
Booked 70 times today
Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.
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6. The Progress
4.8
Exceptional(2529)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Western Addition
Booked 36 times today
The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.
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7. Spruce
4.7
Exceptional(5482)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights
Booked 41 times today
Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!
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8. Saison
4.9
Exceptional(40)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • SOMA
Booked 12 times today
Saison is a two Michelin-starred, open wood fire restaurant under the leadership of Executive Chef Richard Lee, emphasizing the bounty of California’s evolving terroir and its incredible farmers, ranchers, and fishermen and women. Saison is driven by Lee’s dedication to purity and innovation, paired with a Grand Award-winning wine list in a dynamic space where guest and team celebrate an intimate, culture-shifting experience. Chef Lee builds upon Saison’s formidable foundation as the original fine dining establishment in the U.S. to use open hearth cooking, crafting nuanced flavors with intention that are inspired by the culinary diversity of Northern California.Saison has one of the country’s largest and most remarkable selections of Old and New World wine, with a special emphasis on Burgundy, originally established by Saison Hospitality co-founder and Saison Winery winemaker Mark Bright and now curated by Beverage Director and Assistant General Manager Molly Greene.
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9. 54 Mint
4.6
Exceptional(3445)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • SOMA
Booked 21 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.
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10. Trestle
4.7
Exceptional(2823)
Price: Expensive
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 25 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 3 course prix fixe menu with choices on each course for $45/person. We will have an optional additional pasta course for $12/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.

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  • OpenTable Diner
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Another wonderful experience at Frances! It had been at least 7 years since our last trip and it was every bit as good as we remembered. We started off with a cocktail (Negronis), and then had the Winter Fruits, Sourdough Bread and Beignets to start. Each was delicious although I would say the beignets are closer to hush puppies than beignets…still delicious however. For mains we had the risotto and the wagyu skirt. The steak was good but know when they say “medium rare” it’s closer to rare! The risotto was awesome, the peas were crisp and I thought it was the better of the two dishes. To wrap it all up we got the lumberjack cake and the Mousse torte. The cake was the highlight! Service was great, attentive, energetic and kind! Such a great spot among a wealth of amazing OG restaurants in SF.
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    FrancesPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• The Castro
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    4.8
  • OpenTable Diner
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We were spoiled at the counter seating!! What a production and fun energy with all the chefs in the kitchen. The food was SPECTACULAR!!! Thank you
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    Alexander's Steakhouse - SFPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Union Square
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    4.6
  • Anthony
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    A very nice place for a delightful lunch in one of America's most beautiful urban parks.
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    DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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    4.7
  • Cal
    West Palm Beach •440 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Great tapas tasting with substitutes for dietary needs. Lots of value priced wines and we found one Juan Gil blend we enjoyed. Only negative was a very loud table next to ours, but fortunately they ate quickly and left!
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    Canela Bistro & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Spanish• The Castro
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    4.8
  • foodfun40
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 8, 2025
    Excellent - coming back after a few years! Always great food, elegant service and beautiful space. Enjoyed meeting the chef once more. Happy to see this pace doing so well.
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    NightbirdPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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    4.7

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