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House of Prime Rib
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.8(16,231)Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness - 2
Kokkari Estiatorio
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.9(9,360)Financial District / Embarcadero - 3
Elena's
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(830)Forest Hill / West Portal - 4
La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco
Price: Expensive•Peruvian•4.8(8,688)Financial District / Embarcadero - 5
Waterbar
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.6(11,164)Financial District / Embarcadero
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Four Kings
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.7(214)Chinatown - 2
Sun Moon Studio
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•5(62)Oakland - 3
STK - San Francisco
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.1(1,490)Financial District / Embarcadero - 4
State Bird Provisions
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(3,427)Western Addition - 5
Z & Y Peking Duck
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.5(155)Chinatown
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Spruce
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(5,544)Presidio Heights - 2
Boulevard
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(9,216)Financial District / Embarcadero - 3
Gary Danko
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.8(1,820)Fisherman's Wharf - 4
Octavia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(2,723)Pacific Heights - 5
The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(6,320)Downtown / Union Square
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Auro
Price: Very Expensive•American•5(231)Calistoga's only Michelin-starred restaurant. Chef Rogelio Garcia crafts seven courses from Napa Valley's peak ingredients, applying French technique with Mexican and Japanese influences. Book the alfresco patio or the intimate dining room and enjoy vineyard and mountain views, or reserve the Chef's Table inside the kitchen. Sommelier Derek Stevenson pairs each course from his 450-label wine list - Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence winner. Experience what happens when Napa Valley's bounty meets Four Seasons hospitality and world-class artistry.PintxoPote
Price: Expensive•Spanish•5(502)Bienvenidos a PintxoPote! (pronounced 'pincho potay') a pintxos (tapas) bar offering a dining experience showcasing the range of traditional flavors typical of the Basque country in Northern Spain. Here, you will be transported to the world's most acclaimed culinary region: the seaside resort of San Sebastián, a region whose cuisine is distinguished by the excellence of the ingredients and the simplicity in cooking techniques.
Pintxo Pote is the only place in the SF Bay area that offers a current expression of authentic pintxos.
Pasta Primavera Walnut Creek
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(345)Pasta Primavera Walnut Creek offers excellent food and courteous service in a casual, contemporary setting ambiance, and also offers a fine dining bar which serves great draft beers, spirit selections, beautiful and delightful wines, all while broadcasting the latest televised sporting events.
We have been in this business since 1988 and since then we have been consistently utilizing the freshest ingredients to prepare our zesty dishes. Our attitude of "going with the flow" has kept us in business for almost three decades.
Today, Pasta Primavera Walnut Creek is an independent restaurant and has no affiliation with any other Pasta Primaveras.
Pasta Primavera Walnut Creek is currently owned by Amir Tehrani (the founder of the original Pasta Primavera) and managed by Allen Pourkhomami.Sun Moon Studio
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•5(62)Sun Moon Studio is a farmer and producer-driven restaurant in West Oakland by Chefs Alan Hsu and Sarah Cooper.
We offer a multi-course tasting menu for $150 per person in our intimate, 4-table dining room. An optional beverage pairing is available for $90 per person. The focus of our menu is to highlight the bounty of local producers and farmers through the lens of our life experiences. *Please note: beginning July 18th, 2025 the tasting menu price will increase to $180. *
We are happy to adjust our menu to accomodate dietary restrictions, but require advanced notice. Please let us of your party's dietaries when making a reservation so we may plan for your arrival.
Reservations are released on a rolling basis, 6 weeks in advance at 12 noon.
We are looking forward to cooking for you!
Alan and Sarah
Mayo Reserve Room - Mayo Family Winery
Price: Very Expensive•Winery•4.9(967)Indulge in a Casual & Intimate Wine & Food Pairing Experience unlike any other in Wine Country! At the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room, receive Personal Service and taste Exceptional Reserve Wines thoughtfully paired with 7 Seasonal Courses (each of about 2-4 bites each) that will challenge your expectations of what Wine Tasting should be...
Located in the heart of Kenwood in the beautiful Sonoma Valley, the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room is situated in an unassuming building that overlooks Local Vineyards and Mountains. Relax and soak in the views while seated either Indoors or on our Front Patio and taste through some of our Best Wines & Food Pairings, curated by Executive Chef John Locher and his team. We are personally committed to your Wine & Food Experience!
Book your reservation today at the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room, or call 707-833-5504. Price is $90 per person for groups up to 6 guests, plus tax. Please call in advance with any Food Allergies!Restaurant Gish
Price: Very Expensive•Korean•4.9(208)Good People
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RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Marin
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(3,359)The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Marin, a 60,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. Guests dine in a year-round skylit garden escape amidst trickling fountains, heritage olive trees and glimmering chandeliers.
For group dining inquiries, please email: marinhospitality@rh.comThe Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.9(4,941)With 17 consecutive Michelin Star awards, The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil provides a memorable feast for the eyes and the senses. Nestled within a sun-lit hillside overlooking lush vineyards and distant mountains, the spectacular vista views from the intimate dining room or the expansive outdoor terrace serve as an idyllic backdrop for one of wine country's most renown fine dining experiences. Showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients, sourced from local purveyors, the Mediterranean-inspired menu is complemented by an extensive selection of international wines from the hotel’s award-winning 15,000 bottle cellar.
Enjoy a two- or three-course prix fixe lunch or your choice of a multi-course prix fixe or chef's tasting menu at dinner. Advance reservations required.
For a private, fine dining, restaurant-style experience, Le Salon is ideal for small groups. An indoor private room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows framing our panoramic valley views. Please reach out to learn more.
Luisa's On Guerrero
Price: Moderate•Wine Bar•4.8(50)Luisa's Restaurant Wine Bar Since 1959, is a culinary haven that transports you to the heart of Italy with its authentic flavors, warm ambiance, and exceptional service. Nestled in the heart of San Francisco, we take pride in offering a delightful dining experience where you can indulge in the rich traditions of Italian cuisine. Our talented chefs are passionate about showcasing the diverse flavors and regional specialties that make Italian cuisine so beloved. Every dish is prepared with the finest ingredients, from classic pizza and homemade pasta to homemade bread and more. With each bite, you'll taste the craftsmanship and dedication that goes into creating our dishes. Indulge in the richness of Italian cuisine at Luisa's Restaurant Wine Bar Since 1959. Experience the flavors, warmth, and hospitality that make dining with us an unforgettable experience. Visit us today to try our menu items!Z Cafe & Bar
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.8(389)The best happy hour in Oakland featuring over 100 vodkas. Serves Scratch-made American Cuisine for Lunch & Dinner. Party Space. The menu changes seasonally to provide flavors at their peak. Z Cafe & Bar carries over 100 vodka selection and offer a variety of hand shaken specialty martinis.
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- RRosieSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoOur server Diana N was fabulous. The food is amazing. This was our second visit (from San Diego) and we were looking forward to eating here again. The pupusas, tamal….everything is so good! The tres leches is to die for. Thanks, RosieMore infoPopocaPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Oakland•4.7
- AAshleyCalifornia Central Coast •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoA group of six of us did the Dinner Party menu and it was phenomenal. The drink menu was also a huge plus as every drink we had was great!More infoBardo Lounge & Supper ClubPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Oakland•4.8
- AAmandaSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoI still love that you can reserve a table - best thing from covid! I also love that there is outdoor and indoor seating. Great music not too loud fun atmosphere and friendly sporty service. The drinks of course were amazing per usual and the food has improved - had the forbidden fries and cups with guacamole. We rode our bikes there and they even allowed us to park them inside the gate which was very nice!More infoForbidden Island Tiki LoungePrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Alameda•4.8
- NNancyVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 27, 2025We had great service. Everyone was very attentive which allowed us to do a lot of shared dishes that were all delicious! Thank you!!More infoBurdellPrice: Very Expensive• Soul food• Oakland•4.3
- RRonnitaCentral Kentucky •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 24, 2025The atmosphere was very nice. It was early, so not crowded at all. The food was delicious with a great presentation. Enjoyable evening.More infoCeron KitchenPrice: Very Expensive• French American• Alameda•4.8
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Farm-to-table is everywhere now, but it was here first. Just north of San Francisco, the values-forward counties of Marin and Sonoma offer an abundance of sustainably sourced produce. Of course, there’s more to eat in the Bay than leafy greens alone—don’t miss the mainstays like Cioppino (a seafood stew best eaten with thick-cut garlic bread), Mission-style burritos, local oysters and Neapolitan pizza where pizzerias around town war for the ultimate version. The city has long been home to distinct international flavors, so for authentic dim sum, Chinatown tops the charts. The Mission is ablaze with longstanding taquerias, steakhouses and a new wave of artisanal bakeries and coffee houses. And the Fisherman’s Wharf, while touristy, is the spot for Bay caught seafood. From there, we recommend walking to Crissy Field for Golden Gate Bridge gazing and sparkling sunshine.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in San Francisco Bay Area is Auro
The best vegan restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area are Greens Restaurant, Wildseed and Millennium Oakland
The best vegetarian restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area are Teakwood, Greens Restaurant and Copra
The restaurants with the best service in San Francisco Bay Area are Sun Moon Studio, Sonoma Wine Shop & La Bodega and PintxoPote
The restaurants with the best ambiance in San Francisco Bay Area are SingleThread Farm at Dry Creek, Wako Japanese Restaurant and Margaritaville, Capitola
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