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1. Historic John's Grill
4.7
Exceptional(7609)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 73 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. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club
4.8
Exceptional(557)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Oakland
Booked 27 times today
Recommended in the MICHELIN Guide for California 2021-2025. Located in Oakland’s historic Grand Lake District, Bardo is a neighborhood lounge and restaurant inspired by the comfort and camaraderie of a mid-century dinner party. Drawing on the celebration and elegance of old school entertaining, we envisioned a space for friends and neighbors to enjoy amazing food, cocktails, conversation and great music. Our lounge is a swank living room, furnished with hand-picked finds from antique and vintage markets from Palm Springs to Portland. Our mezzanine dining room features a rotating menu of fresh, seasonal supper-fare with local and sustainably sourced meats, fish and produce. While we think the food, drinks and atmosphere are all great reasons to visit us, it’s the relationships with our friends, neighbors and guests that is the driving force behind Bardo.
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3. Burdell
4.3
Awesome(351)
Price: Very Expensive
• Soul food • Oakland
Booked 28 times today
Burdell is a Soul Food restaurant in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland from James Beard Finalist, Chef Geoff Davis.Named for and inspired by his maternal grandmother, Burdell, the restaurant reflects her love for well-set tables, entertaining guests, shared meals, and laughter. Burdell is centered on nostalgia, family recipes, thoughtful and sustainable sourcing, and the forgotten impact of Black farming, ranching, fishing, foraging, and culture on American cuisine and hospitality. The menu highlights farmers and artisans harvesting and creating excellent products around us. Paired with the food is a robust list of wine and beverages from producers around the World-focusing on wines that are farmed and crafted with care and sustainable practices.
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4. The Peach
4.6
Exceptional(36)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Oakland
We are a joyful, feel-good restaurant: The Peach, a vibrant all-day brunch spot at the historic Lakeshore Ave brought to you by the award-winning team behind Jo’s Modern Thai. The Peach reimagines your favorite American brunch classics with bold Asian twists, like Curry Shrimp Congee (a fresh take on shrimp and grits) and Smash Fried Chicken and Pancakes.Our team provides warm, welcoming hospitality in a variety of unique settings—whether you’re dining in our cozy indoor dining room, soaking up the sun on our peach-hued patio, or hosting a special gathering in our tiger wallpapered private dining room.Come experience The Peach for yourself—where brunch meets creativity and every visit feels like a celebration.
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5. CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(17)
Price: Expensive
• Wine Bar • Oakland
Discover CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar, the Bay Area's premier wine destination nestled in Downtown Oakland's luxurious Atlas apartment highrise within the historic Black Arts Business Movement District. Our signature offering—the region's largest diverse selection of wines from Women and BIPOC makers—has earned our founder recognition as a Wine Enthusiast Magazine 2024 Top 40/40 Tastemaker and a City of Oakland Proclamation. Our CoCo Noir culinary team designs exquisite artisanal charcuterie boards and tapas bar snacks perfectly paired with our exceptional wine flights. The luxury atmosphere features intimate seating areas and a cozy private tasting space, perfect for first dates, anniversaries, or gatherings with friends. We offer non-alcoholic options and private event services for special occasions. Experience our passion for diverse voices in winemaking while enjoying unforgettable moments in our upscale setting.
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6. The Garden Court - Luxury Collection
4.4
Awesome(2528)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • SOMA
Booked 17 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, Lunch Monday-Friday and an enchanting Afternoon Tea on 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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7. Original Joe's - San Francisco
4.8
Exceptional(4442)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 93 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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8. The Post Room
4.5
Awesome(221)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 9 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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9. Julia's Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1738)
Price: Expensive
• French • Berkeley
Booked 19 times today
Teatime Tuesdays | 12pm-2pmIndoor DiningLunchWednesday - Saturday | 12pm-2pmDinnerTuesday-Saturday | 5pm-7:45pmLocated on the second floor of the Berkeley City Club, a Julia Morgan Historic Hotel, Julia's boasts a beautiful over-sized fireplace, and ornate details true to Morgan's iconic Moorish Gothic architectural design.Julia's offers an innovative, creative, contemporary approach to your dining experience and is inspired by local, organic, and seasonal ingredients. Our diverse wine list complements our menu featuring wines carefully selected from regions around the world.
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10. Limewood Bar & Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2582)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Berkeley
Booked 51 times today
Experience a vibrant, casual gathering place with bay view patio seating, showcasing regionally-sourced cuisine. A kitchen inspired by Bay Area artisans is complimented by a spirited bar offering house-crafted cocktails and a well-balanced wine list.Registered hotel guests’ children age 6 – 12 can order from the Kids’ Menu or order a half portion from the Limewood or Lobby Lounge menu with 50% off menu pricing. Kids under 5 always eat free (some exclusions apply).

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