Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in North Panhandle / USF

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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East BayMarinSan Francisco

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BerkeleyCivic Center / Hayes Valley / Van NessCole ValleyDowntown / Union SquareFinancial District / EmbarcaderoHaight

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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1. Harris'

4.8

Exceptional(5664)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Russian Hill

Booked 46 times today

Harris’ is the quintessential steak house experience. We offer dry-aged, mid-western beef, outstanding martinis, and an award winning wine list. In our lounge we have live jazz nightly.Although the lounge is available for more casual dining, we do have a dress code in the main dining room: please, no shorts, t-shirts or sportswear.

2. 54 Mint

4.6

Exceptional(3465)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 30 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.

3. Seven Hills

4.9

Exceptional(2512)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 39 times today

Welcome to Seven Hills. We are a rustic neighborhood bistro offering regional Italian food, located in the Russian Hill Neighborhood of San Francisco. We serve great fresh affordable food. Our emphasis is on homemade pastas. Our wine list is small but extremely well thought out and complements our cooking style. We look forward to taking care of you and your guests. If you can not find what you are looking for online please call us directly at the restaurant. See you soon!

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4. Charmaine's Rooftop Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(1397)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 33 times today

Named "S.F's's Hottest Rooftop" by S.F. Magazine, join us 120 feet above Market Street where the energetic chic of a European terrace meets laid-back vibes of California cool. Now serving an all-day menu and new daytime cocktails featuring vibrant flavors, original combinations, and unique bitters and syrups.Credit card requiredThis restaurant requires a credit card to secure this reservation. All credit card information will be processed securely. No-shows or cancellations less than 1 day in advance may be subject to a charge of $25 per person.

5. Miller & Lux

4.8

Exceptional(1246)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mission Bay / South Beach

Booked 35 times today

Tyler Florence’s new modern American Steakhouse Miller & Lux at the Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors, delivers a refined and comfortable restaurant experience through a sophisticated lens. The highest-quality steaks with impeccable flavor from the best ranches in America; a robust raw bar; fresh sustainable seafood; and farm direct vegetables – all perfectly complemented by a globally curated wine list – combine to inspire the next chapter in Tyler Florence’s mark on innovative American cuisine. Miller & Lux is the new frontier, showcasing Tyler’s spin on unique steakhouse fare and his passion for classic American luxury.

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6. Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1726)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 19 times today

Embark on a culinary adventure at Espetus Churrascaria, where the vibrant flavors of Brazil come alive in San Francisco. Experience the authentic Churrascaria tradition with endless skewers of succulent meats carved tableside by our Gaucho chefs. Enjoy tender sirloin, juicy picanha, flavorful lamb, and succulent shrimp. Our extensive salad bar features exotic salads and Brazilian side dishes that perfectly complement the meats. Delight in dishes like Moqueca de Peixe, a fish stew with Brazilian palm oil, and hearty Feijoada, a black bean stew with pork. Espetus offers more than just a meal; it's an immersive cultural experience. With a lively atmosphere, vibrant décor, and warm hospitality, you'll feel transported to Brazil. Gather with friends and family, enjoy our curated wine list, and let the rhythm of the Churrascaria enchant you. Come hungry and ready to savor the true taste of Brazil at Espetus Churrascaria.

7. Kitchen Istanbul

4.8

Exceptional(1191)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Richmond District

Booked 8 times today

Kitchen Istanbul is a Turkish gem in San Francisco, serving up a menu crafted by the owner and executive chef Emrah Kilicoglu. Customers rave about the unique and delicious mezes, or Turkish style appetizers, and the excellent service. It's praised as a great spot for a date or gathering of friends, with an impressive wine list and a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. With consistent high ratings, Kitchen Istanbul is definitely worth the drive for a memorable dining experience.

8. Bella Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2560)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Richmond District

Booked 12 times today

Bella's notorious homemade pasta, cozy & inviting atmosphere and friendly service await you. We feature cusine from Southern Italia- slow cooked sugos, braised meats and housemade pasta.

9. Le Central

4.7

Exceptional(2180)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 10 times today

Opened in 1974, Le Central has been serving traditional French cuisine for five decades, boasting the honor of being San Francisco’s most historic French bistro. Located on the edge of the Financial District, Union Square, and Chinatown in a rare one story brick building adorned with its iconic pink neon sign and crowned by a vintage “Tabac” sign. Step into this charming restaurant and be transported to a Parisian brasserie. With exposed brick walls, original imported brass bar, stained glass features, and cozy banquettes topped with brass railings. The atmosphere invites you to unwind and enjoy delicious French fare and exceptional wines and cocktails in an upscale, yet casual environment. Enjoy French classics like steak-frites, escargot, onion soup, and our world famous Cassoulet. Le Central’s cuisine is comforting yet sumptuous. Le Central is the downtown stop for locals and visitors looking for a taste of “La Belle Vie”!!!

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10. Clay Oven on Haight

4.0

Excellent(29)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Haight

We are open every day from 10am with San Francisco's finest and tastiest Indian Lunch Buffet (11am till 2pm) and serving from our Dinner Menu till 11pm. We invite you to join us in our wonderful dining room or order ahead for take out or delivery to your home or business. We offer full catering services and complete banquet facilities for simple gatherings to elegant affairs. Also consider us for birthday parties, wedding receptions and corporate events.

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Malcolm
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We were a party of 6, and just took a chance The food was excellent, the staff were faultless. I would definitely go there again.
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The Waterfront Restaurant and CafePrice: Expensive• Californian• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.4
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Suzanne
San Francisco Bay Area •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Seven Hills is our first SF choice whenever our son is in town (and often also when he's not). He used to live close by and went weekly, and now that he has moved to NYC, he wants to stop by every chance he can. The food is outstanding and the service is exceptional. We especially enjoyed the sugo papardelle and the agnolotti quattro formaggi, as well as the crudo appetizer special and the carpaccio, with the bucatini (with pancetta, asparagus) coming in a close second and the orecchiette with fava bean and garlic pesto a close third. Incredible meal, as always. We shared a chocolate budino for dessert. Parking is a challenge, so we park several blocks away and walk up. Worth every ounce of effort. Wonderful restaurant in every way.
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Seven HillsPrice: Expensive• Italian• Russian Hill
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4.9
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Don
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 5, 2025
Great place, really nice dinner and excellent service for my wife's birthday.
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Rocca RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Burlingame
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4.8
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Michael
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 22, 2025
Every dish I've had across 3 visits to this restaurant has been outstanding. Staff are friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is vibing.
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Base CampPrice: Moderate• Asian• Mission District
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4.8

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