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1. Okane

4.6

Exceptional(453)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 17 times today

Okane specializes in izakaya and sushi, providing the Bay Area with an engaging new dining and drinking option that affords guests one of the City’s most authentic Japanese izakaya experiences with an emphasis on traditional dishes.

2. Omakase

4.7

Exceptional(388)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 5 times today

Omakase offers a curated, fixed-price tasting menu designed to engage all your senses. This culinary journey introduces the diverse flavors of Japanese cuisine, featuring fish flown directly from Japan. Specializing in Edomae-style sushi—a traditional preparation with modern touches—Omakase creates a fun, relaxed dining atmosphere. Thank you for entrusting your experience to our chefs and choosing Omakase. We look forward to serving you.

3. Zuni Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(8010)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 114 times today

Zuni Café opened in San Francisco, California on February 15, 1979. Our daily changing menus are inspired by seasonal organic ingredients and incorporate traditional French and Italian cuisine. As Zuni continues to evolve, in its own distinctive and delicious way, it strives to remain the way it’s always been: at the same time rustic and cosmopolitan, audacious and familiar, intimate and convivial.RESERVATIONS ARE TAKEN UP TO 4 WEEKS IN ADVANCE.TABLES ARE RESERVED FOR A 2 HOUR TIME LIMIT.

4. La Connessa

4.7

Exceptional(406)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mission Bay / South Beach

Booked 38 times today

## La Connessa: A Modern Italian Gem in San Francisco Step into La Connessa and be transported to a world of culinary delight. This modern Italian trattoria, nestled in the heart of Potrero Hill, offers a vibrant atmosphere and a menu that celebrates the best of Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist. The space is a feast for the eyes, boasting a stunning slate blue and metallic gold palette, an expansive illuminated bar, and exceptional art deco design. High ceilings and a beautiful, elevated vibe create a perfect setting for both special occasions and casual meals. The menu, crafted with the finest hand-selected ingredients, features a range of classic dishes reimagined with modern influences. From expertly blistered wood-fired pizzas to hearty secondi selections, including hand-made pastas, bistecca, and local seafood, La Connessa promises an unforgettable dining experience. Start your journey with delectable antipasti like roasted jimmy nardello peppers and roasted artichokes. Then, indulge in the signature Spaghettino al Limone, a symphony of flavors with fresh lemon, garlic, and parmesan. For a truly special occasion, savor the succulent bistecca, grilled to perfection and served with seasonal vegetables. No Italian meal is complete without a touch

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5. Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club

4.8

Exceptional(937)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 22 times today

***Best Jazz Club in the City, by San Francisco Magazine***Mr. Tipple’s is a craft cocktail bar featuring live jazz.-Reservations have a 90min time limit from reservation time. There is a $20/guest min for table serviceMr. Tipple’s heralds back to a 1950s NYC basement. Cozy. Dark. Boozy. The intimate setting features local jazz artists up close and personal. It’s a joint where you come as you are, hear great music, tap your toes, and sip a properly chilled cocktail.-My name is Mr. Tipple. Just a simple and laughable bloke hailing from London. I run a recording studio. My friends joke that you’ll oft find me spinning cocktails, not reeling tape. After a few too many, I usually just sit back and enjoy the music, having forgotten to hit record. Regardless, the band is always jiving, the whiskey is always cold, and we’re having a smashing good time.

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6. Historic John's Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7554)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 50 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.

7. Marlowe

4.6

Exceptional(2947)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • SOMA

Booked 38 times today

Opened in 2010 and relocated to its current location in 2014, Marlowe is a New American bistro located in San Francisco’s Soma neighborhood in the former COCO500 space. Brought to you by Executive Chef Jennifer Puccio and award-winning San Francisco designer Ken Fulk, Marlowe focuses on classic comfort foods with flavorful twists, like Chef Puccio’s signature Marlowe Burger, seasonal poulet vert, brussels sprouts chips and quail egg topped steak tartare. Taking inspiration from the butcher shops of the past, Marlowe is designed with a sleek but comfortable feel, featuring white subway tiles, white marble, deep blue banquettes, wood block tables and specials listed on rolls of butcher paper.

8. 54 Mint

4.6

Exceptional(3465)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 29 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.

9. Taksim

4.7

Exceptional(446)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Turkish • SOMA

Booked 12 times today

Taksim is inspired by a modern approach to authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Our team has a profound love for Mediterranean gastronomy, a dedication to refinement, and a commitment to using the best ingredients.Taksim focuses on contemporary and often playful versions of classic ideas. Our seasonal menu reflects a fresh gastronomic outlook rooted in memories, where each dish is conceived with a specific culinary philosophy.

10. Shelby's Rooftop

4.4

Awesome(366)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • SOMA

Booked 62 times today

Experience an elevated evening at Shelby's Rooftop, perched high above 4th street in downtown San Francisco. Relish in delectable drinks, small bites, and breathtaking views. Shelby's Rooftop combines a seductive ambiance with a contemporary-chic atmosphere, creating a distinctive San Francisco rooftop lounge. Whether dining indoors or outdoors, savor the mouthwatering shared plates, expertly-crafted cocktails, and panoramic city views.All ages are welcome when our kitchen is open, until 11pm every day. After that, our bar remains open until closing for adults 21+For parties larger than 10 and private bookings, please contact us directly to book.

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