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1. Historic John's Grill
4.7
Exceptional(7605)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 41 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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2. The Garden Court - Luxury Collection
4.4
Awesome(2527)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • SOMA
Booked 19 times today
Featuring innovative intercontinental cuisine, the famed Garden Court offers a superb dining experience in a glorious setting. This historic landmark serves Breakfast daily, 2 Course Prix Fixe Lunch Monday-Thursday and an enchanting Afternoon Tea on Friday and Saturday. The Garden Court features a stained glass dome, Italian marble columns, Austrian crystal chandeliers and is noted on San Francisco’s Historic Register as Landmark #18. Our Executive Chef invites you to try our signature crab salad lightly dressed in our own Green Goddess Dressing, a true Palace original created in 1923.
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3. The Post Room
4.5
Awesome(221)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 11 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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4. Original Joe's - San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(4439)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 151 times today
Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.
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5. The Palm Court at RH San Francisco
4.8
Exceptional(1939)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Potrero Hill / Dogpatch
Booked 44 times today
The Palm Court is located in RH San Francisco's Gallery at the Historic Bethlehem Steel Building. Recalling the distinctive glamour of San Francisco's Gilded Age, the stunning statement space is sheathed in Italian Calacatta gold marble and features a cascading center fountain, towering Medjool date palms and glimmering chandeliers. Adjacent to the restaurant, two luminous wine bars offer exceptional wines and Champagnes from around the world.For group dining inquiries, please email: sfhospitality@rh.com
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6. Spruce
4.8
Exceptional(5548)
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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7. La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco
4.8
Exceptional(8693)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 119 times today
Inspired by the thousands of cebicherias found throughout Peru, La Mar Cebicheri­a Peruana, was created as an attempt to globalize and enshrine one of the best guarded treasures of Peruvian cuisine: cebiche, Peruvian seafood and the scenery created to enjoy them, the Peruvian style cebicheria.
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8. Starlite
4.8
Exceptional(250)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 15 times today
Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.
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9. Greens Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(11289)
Price: Very Expensive
• Vegetarian / Vegan • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 75 times today
Greens is open for indoor and outdoor dining, with take out available online or at our in-house kiosk. When reserving a table outdoors, we recommend bringing a jacket that is suitable for wind and chilly weather. Our heated dining pavilion is in front of the Greens building. Diners savor Greens imaginative vegetarian cuisine that features local and seasonal produce and the finest ingredients from our organic farm Green Gulch. Focusing on creative and nutritious meals balanced in flavor and textures, our menus are inspired by farmers, relationships and stories around the world. Located in Landmark Building A of the historic Fort Mason Center, Greens is home to some of the most dramatic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands that San Francisco has to offer.
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10. Top of the Mark
4.7
Exceptional(913)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Nob Hill
Booked 28 times today
July 4th Celebration : Friday, July 4, 2025Join us for epic views, delicious food and drinks, and beats by DJ Arly from 8 pm to midnight! $25 cover charge per person applies from 7:00 pm onwards.********************************Number 1 in California and San Francisco, and 2nd in the nation on USAToday's 10 Best Hotel Bars.Nestled on the 19th floor of the historic InterContinental Mark Hopkins, Top of the Mark's breathtaking panoramic views of San Francisco's skyline and iconic landmarks, including the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, the enigmatic Alcatraz, Union Square, and more, will leave you spellbound. Sip on our signature cocktails as you soak in the atmosphere of timeless sophistication. Our appetizer and dessert selection will tantalize your taste buds, with options that complement our cocktails perfectly. What's more, we offer live entertainment each Saturday evening, where you can let the music move you on the dance floor.

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  • Maria EVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •38 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We love John's Grill. It harks back to the best days of San Francisco. Who doesn't like an old-school restaurant with a good bartender and a menu that includes such local classics as "Sam Spade's Lamb Chops," and "Jack LaLanne's Favorite Salad." Both delicious! We make sure to go there regularly.
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    Historic John's GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Union Square
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    4.7
  • LaniVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Original Joe’s SF always delivers amazing delicious food, great service, truly a SF landmark!
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    Original Joe's - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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    4.7
  • Ward
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The French Omelet on the brunch menu is excellent. Split the black Forest bacon and you have a great meal.
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    The Palm Court at RH San FranciscoPrice: Very Expensive• American• Potrero Hill / Dogpatch
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    4.8
  • Adrienne
    San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The Garden Court at the Palace Hotel is a treat all the way around. First of all, you are seated in the most beautiful room in any San Francisco hotel. The service is superb--quiet and attentive. The wait staff greeted us and immediately brought us water, inquired if we wanted something else to drink, and then brought a basket of superb bakery items so fresh and warm. The menu has a variety of selections from which to choose. I had the Cobb Salad without additional protein, and it was delicious and very large. My guest had the Dungeness Crab Green Goddess Salad. Again, a huge portion. Although we have always enjoyed the desserts before this time we were just too full. If you want a special place and a memorable experience, do visit the Garden Court.
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    The Garden Court - Luxury CollectionPrice: Expensive• Californian• SOMA
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    4.4
  • WilliamVIP
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 29, 2025
    Outstanding service. Extremely accommodating server made dinner a memorable event. The lobster ravioli was extraordinary.
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    The Post RoomPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown / Union Square
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    4.5

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