Restaurants near The Cable Cars on Powell Street

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1. The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco

4.8

Exceptional(6334)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 59 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.

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2. Mastro's Steakhouse - San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(1993)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 39 times today

Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

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3. Historic John's Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7610)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 53 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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4. Chotto Matte San Francisco

4.2

Awesome(116)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 11 times today

Situated in Downtown San Francisco, Chotto Matte is renowned for its signature Nikkei Cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails, and electric atmosphere. Chotto Matte’s chic, contemporary interior is inspired by its Japanese & Peruvian roots, making it a unique dining experience, every time. Key highlights include Chotto’s recognizable bold design, tropical foliage and theatrical robata grill.

5. 54 Mint

4.6

Exceptional(3491)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 23 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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6. MKT Restaurant and Bar

4.9

Exceptional(1268)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 17 times today

MKT Restaurant & Bar at Four Seasons San Francisco offers a sophisticated and inviting space that effortlessly blends modern elegance with a warm, welcoming ambiance. Perfectly situated within the iconic Four Seasons Hotel, MKT provides an exceptional setting for private dining experiences, whether for intimate dinners, business meetings, or special celebrations. With versatile event spaces, including private dining rooms designed for exclusive gatherings, MKT is ideal for hosting everything from milestone birthdays to corporate functions. The restaurant’s sleek yet comfortable design, combined with its renowned culinary offerings, ensures that every event is memorable. Whether you're planning a cocktail reception or a formal dinner, MKT delivers a distinctive atmosphere tailored to your needs.

7. Bodega SF

4.7

Exceptional(112)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 25 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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8. Burma Love Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(614)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Burmese • SOMA

Booked 30 times today

Established in 2019.Located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, Burma Love (Downtown) is the newest establishment from the Burma Superstar restaurant family serving modern Burmese cuisine in an elegant setting. Named Best Salad of the West by Sunset Magazine, Burma Superstar is home of the iconic fermented tea leaf salad. The bar features old and new world wines, craft cocktails, and artisan beers, including a house-made Burma Ale.

9. The Cavalier

4.7

Exceptional(1812)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 6 times today

The Cavalier is a London-inspired brasserie, located adjacent to Hotel Zetta in San Francisco's SoMA neighborhood. The upscale British influenced restaurant is brought to you by Executive Chef Jennifer Puccio, managing partner James Nicholas, and award winning San Francisco designer, Ken Fulk. The 135-seat restaurant is divided into four unique, intimate spaces: the Blue Bar, Main Dining Room, Wine Stables, and Rail Car. The interior is designed with deep leather banquettes, polished brass, zinc and white marble, lending a posh and sultry feel.

10. Montesacro SOMA

4.7

Exceptional(2318)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • SOMA

Booked 18 times today

Montesacro is the first “Pinseria Romana” in the United States. The interior resembles old Roman “Fraschette”, offering a wide selection of artisanal cheeses and cured meats, cold dishes from Roman tradition and a modern take on pinsa, a low fat, low calorie and easy to digest flat bread made with a blend of rice, soy and wheat flour imported directly from Rome, all GMO free. Our wine list represents mostly old world regions. We carry wines that are made from grape varietals native to their respective areas. We feature smaller producers of less known wines with a focus on organic, biodynamic and natural agriculture.We look forward to hosting your next gathering with friends or private group dinner!To host a private group dinner at MONTESACRO SoMa, please contact our manager Beatrice Fontana (415) 795-3040 or send an inquiry via http://montesacro.com/events-soma

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Lara
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 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 3 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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Arthur
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Outstanding experience overall, fantastic food and drinks, highly recommend!
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ABSteak by Chef Akira Back - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• SOMA
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4.7
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Tim
San Francisco Bay Area •23 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 8, 2025
A rather simple business 60 minute lunch. Food was great as usual and our waitress, Dana, is totally professional, helpful and friendly as well.
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Historic John's GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Union Square
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4.7
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Carl
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 29, 2025
Really nice restaurant with good food. A short walk from the end of the cable car; good drinks.
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The CavalierPrice: Expensive• Californian• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7

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