Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in San Francisco

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in San Francisco? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Caffe Macaroni

4.9

4.9 (725)

$30 and under

Italian

North Beach

About the restaurant

Chef & co-owner, Mario and his delightful wife, Stephanie, have a knack for making you feel as if they are cooking and serving just for you at this super-reasonable North Beach nook offering robust Southern Italian fare reminiscent of his native Naples; whether you’ve snagged an outdoor table or are in the small, casual interior, it delivers a pasta fix. The menu changes daily to ensure freshness.

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AudreyVIP

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

Caffe Macaroni is a favorite spot for us. We love the vibe — the interior is warm and joyful as are the proprietors. The menu is creative and delicious — the food hits the spot! Great location at the intersection of North Beach and Jackson Square.

Sushi Hashiri

4.9

4.9 (224)

$50 and over

Sushi

SOMA

About the restaurant

A progressive approach executed from a deep history of Kappo and Omakase Edomae Sushi. Two of Japan’s historical culinary concepts brought together combining hyper-seasonal ingredients and premium fish selections direct from our private purveyor inside the world renown Toyosu fish market in Tokyo, Japan. Hashiri’s focus is to exemplify its re-evolving cuisine to showcase Japan’s richest seasonal ingredients.

HASHIRI "KODAWARI EDOMAE SUSHI" - $300
Hyper seasonal multi course Kappo & Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience at the sushi counter.

HASHIRI " OMAKASE EDOMAE SUSHI" - $200
Hyper seasonal Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience at the sushi counter.

Due to our limited seating and the effort involved in curating our menu with internationally sourced ingredients, we kindly ask for your understanding regarding our cancellation policy. Cancellations or no-shows within 72 hours of your reservation will incur the full cost of the dining experience.

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Minsfo

Dined on Mar 9, 2025

Amazing omakase sushi dinner. Friendly and professional team who genuinely want to get to know you. Service does not feel rushed, good ambiance, our favorite Japanese restaurant in the Bay Area.

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"KODAWARI EDOMAE SUSHI"

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"OMAKASE EDOMAE SUSHI"

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An Exclusive Mother's Day Evening to Remember

Hakashi Japanese Sushi Bar & Grill

4.6

4.6 (78)

$30 and under

Japanese

SOMA

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of San Francisco, Hakashi Japanese Sushi Bar & Grill is a chef driven restaurant that is committed to only using the finest and seasonal fish, vegetables, rice and ‘made from scratch’ sauces.

Our cuisine is simple and delicate. Our Chef, Julio, learned from his master, Norihiko Suzuki, from Fukushima Japan. Chef Julio is excellent at inspiring and hand crafting every dish from Omakese to Nigiri to Sashimi. He is also great at customizing arrangements for special occasions to achieve something that is truly a reflection of honoring the traditional Japanese Cuisine.

Come visit Hakashi Japanese Bar & Grill for an unforgettable dining experience. For Friday and Saturday reservations, please call the restaurant directly.

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Andrew

Dined on Mar 26, 2025

Excellent and unique experience. Recommend the omakase set menu

Rose's Cafe

4.9

4.9 (598)

$30 and under

Californian

Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

About the restaurant

A favorite in the Cow Hollow neighborhood, Rose's Café is a hangout for locals who bask in the sun at sidewalk tables, duck inside for a cappuccino, or stay for a leisurely meal. Many customers are regulars who frequent the pretty bistro-café that offers table service and some of the most deliciously affordable food in San Francisco - Italian fare created using organic local produce, fresh seafood, humanely raised meats, and free-range poultry. Rose's artisan bakers bake a daily selection of pastries, desserts and breads. Menu highlights include: pizzas, daily soups and house made pasta. Accepting Reservations for Dinner Only!

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collierVIP

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

great American style grilled comfort food.. great salads, fish, steak and desertssomething for wveryone been eating there for 20 years and always comfortable with great friendly service and

Saison

4.9

4.9 (51)

$50 and over

American

SOMA

About the restaurant

Saison is a two Michelin-starred, open wood fire restaurant under the leadership of Executive Chef Richard Lee, emphasizing the bounty of California’s evolving terroir and its incredible farmers, ranchers, and fishermen and women. Saison is driven by Lee’s dedication to purity and innovation, paired with a Grand Award-winning wine list in a dynamic space where guest and team celebrate an intimate, culture-shifting experience. Chef Lee builds upon Saison’s formidable foundation as the original fine dining establishment in the U.S. to use open hearth cooking, crafting nuanced flavors with intention that are inspired by the culinary diversity of Northern California.

Saison has one of the country’s largest and most remarkable selections of Old and New World wine, with a special emphasis on Burgundy, originally established by Saison Hospitality co-founder and Saison Winery winemaker Mark Bright and now curated by Beverage Director and Assistant General Manager Molly Greene.

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Alex

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely incredible across the board. From first to last bites, everything was perfectly executed.

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Saison Bar Experience

Le Parc Bistrobar

4.9

4.9 (317)

$31 to $50

French

Financial District / Embarcadero

About the restaurant

Le Parc Bistrobar is a delightful French restaurant in Union Square, San Francisco, nestled within the Galleria Park Hotel. Led by the renowned 2-star Michelin Chef Bruno Chemel, this bistro offers a culinary escapade that perfectly complements the city's refined tastes. The menu at Le Parc Bistrobar is a tribute to classic French cuisine, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients that bring out the rich, traditional flavors in every dish. The lounge bar provides a wide variety of wines and cocktails to enhance the gourmet experience.

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Auclair

Dined on Apr 28, 2025

Excellent hospitality, service top notch and incredible French cuisine, finally a real French restaurant in San Francisco.

Kitchen Istanbul

4.8

4.8 (1190)

$30 and under

Turkish

Richmond District

About the restaurant

Kitchen Istanbul is an elevated neighborhood restaurant showcasing the flavors of Turkey and featuring an extensive list of wines from around the globe. Led by owner Emrah Kilicoglu, we are a small, tight-knit team dedicated to genuine hospitality. The menu, created by Chef Busra Ayvaz, comprises dishes from all over Turkey, with a focus on mezes, charcoal-grilled kebaps, and local produce. The wine program, overseen by Joseph DiGrigoli, has been honored by Star Wine List and Wine Spectator and spotlighted in publications like the San Francisco Chronicle and the Wall Street Journal.

We are a family-friendly restaurant suited for everything from a casual glass of wine to celebrations for large groups. Our diverse menu is able to accommodate most dietary restrictions, including options for gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diners.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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CristinaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic, fresh food. Wonderful service. Would recommend!

Yakiniku Shodai

4.8

4.8 (73)

$50 and over

Japanese Speciality

Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

About the restaurant

Yakiniku Shodai hopes to bring in an extraordinary yakiniku dining experience to the San Francisco Bay Area. Begins with the high quality selections of Japanese Wagyu, comparable Michelin star level of attentive service, and skillful hands of our talented chefs. Together, we confidently present the most exquisit taste of meat and make every meal at Yakiniku Shodai a truly extraordinary dining experience.
Our owner/ chef Andy, originated from Taipei, Taiwan, has over 20 collective years experience in the restaurant industry.

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Kenneth

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

Great staff!! Celebrated my girlfriends birthday and it did not disappoint! Would highly recommend coming here

Chapeau

4.9

4.9 (3764)

$31 to $50

French

Richmond District

About the restaurant

Discover the essence of French culinary excellence at Chapeau! SF, a beloved bistro nestled in the heart of San Francisco since 1996. Celebrated for its warm ambiance and impeccable service, Chapeau! offers a delightful dining experience featuring both prix fixe and à la carte menus.

Indulge in our weekday limited prix fixe menu at $55 per person, or savor the $75 prix fixe menu available every night, allowing you to select any appetizer, entrée, and dessert. For those who prefer flexibility, our à la carte menu is also available anytime.

Chapeau! SF is dedicated to serving authentic French cuisine with a modern twist, curated by our expert chefs. Join us at 126 Clement Street and let us transport you to the heart of France with every bite.

A bientôt!

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Molly

Dined 5 days ago

We love this restaurant!! The owner and his wife are so thoughtful and kind and the food is amazing. Hidden gem.

HK Lounge Bistro

4.9

4.9 (858)

$31 to $50

Chinese

SOMA

About the restaurant

About:
HK Lounge Bistro has been reborn in the SoMa district. We specialize in handmade Dim Sum and Hong Kong Style Chinese cooking.

Reservations:
Walk-in are welcome but reservations are highly recommended. You may also call the restaurant and speak with our host for availability.

Sorry. Small space restaurant. We do not accept strollers in the restaurant. Thank you for your understanding
Cheers

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emiko

Dined 2 days ago

Always great place. Ken has been great person who has been helping us always. Great hospitality and delicious food. Highly recommend for bday gathering or anniversary and bringing friends from outside of town.

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