Diners' Choice: American restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in San Francisco Bay Area? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Auro

5.0

5 (231)

$50 and over

American

Calistoga

About the restaurant

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.

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MarcVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Wonderful ambience, excellent service with wonderful interactions... food so good but not enough savory bites. Didn't need all the sweets... with a few starter nibbles and then five awesome but tiny savory courses, either have to bump up the portions on each course or add a couple more savory courses. Aside from this, wonderful ...!

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Saison

4.9

4.9 (69)

$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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MicahVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Being a foodie, my wife and I live to have wonderful day experiences and great food. Saison was best of the best top quality in every aspect. Can’t wait to return. This will become a regular venue for us.

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Golden Bear Station

4.9

4.9 (463)

$31 to $50

American

Kenwood

About the restaurant

Golden Bear Station is a New American restaurant that offers a unique perspective through the lens from the owners of Animo and Mu Ramen.

Mu Ramen and Animo owners Joshua Smookler and Heidy He have received exceptional recognition, including a prestigious 2-star review from the New York Times in 2015. The New York Times also dubbed them as the best ramen in NYC, while Eater named them the best ramen in America in 2016. Animo, on the other hand, has been praised by the San Francisco Chronicle and recognized as one of Esquire's Best New Restaurant in America in 2022. Both restaurants have earned a place and acknowledgement in the Michelin guide.

Golden Bear Station strives to encompass the essence of a local establishment and a haven for aficionados of wine and gastronomy. It serves as a gathering place where individuals flock to savor global and seasonal delicacies.

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Bill

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely incredible food and service! We loved our experience.

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Popular dish

Porterhouse (for two)

Popular dish

Ribeye

Trace

4.7

4.7 (955)

$30 and under

American

SOMA

About the restaurant

Savor farm-to-table American fare inside of the W San Francisco at TRACE. Enjoy thoughtful dishes made from locally sourced and sustainable ingredients.

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KwameVIP

Dined on May 3, 2025

Always great!! Staff and food were excellent. Wish they’d open back up for dinner

Juanita & Maude

4.9

4.9 (1833)

$50 and over

American

Albany

About the restaurant

An intimate neighborhood restaurant, Juanita & Maude features Chef Scott Eastman's personal take on American Cuisine. The daily changing menu highlights classic dishes including Michelin Guide's top 5 hamburger in California. His refined comfort food is matched with seasonal craft cocktails and an international wine list.

Juanita & Maude's lively dining room or serene outdoor patio is the perfect spot for a night out, celebration or special occasion. Conveniently located near the corner of Solano and San Pablo Avenues.

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Deborah

Dined 7 days ago

Consistently delicious, fresh and inventive food. The big cherry buratta crostini and homemade pasta were especially tasty. We ate on their enclosed outdoor patio. They had well placed heaters which made the space cozy. I really appreciate that the dining area is relatively quiet so you can easily have a conversation. Wonderful service too. My favorite neighborhood gem.

Mustards Grill

4.8

4.8 (11198)

$31 to $50

American

Yountville

About the restaurant

Aged for almost 37 years in the Napa Valley…
Since its beginnings as a local gathering spot over 35 years ago, Mustards Grill has blossomed into a destination for all who appreciate memorable food, superb wines and a warm welcome. Mustards food is Chef/Owner Cindy Pawlcyn’s mix of American regional dishes with global influences. The list of “Way Too Many Wines” represents the best from appellations throughout California and the New World.

Mustards is an American Grill, featuring flavors from around the globe. The wood-burning grill produces such favorites as Cindy’s famous Mongolian Pork Chop, Sonoma Rabbit, and the ½ pound Niman Ranch hamburger. The oakwood smoker fills the restaurant with aromas of BBQ baby back ribs, Wood Oven Duck, and our Oooeee Smoked Pork. Specialties include Seared Ahi Tuna on sesame crackers and Crispy Calamari tossed with curried slaw. The eclectic wine list features Way Too Many Wines from The Napa Valley, Sonoma, The Oregon, and Europe!

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Anish and LeslieVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Fun and lively atmosphere and tasty food and drink options!

Bull Valley Roadhouse

4.8

4.8 (2964)

$50 and over

American

Port Costa

About the restaurant

Old Country Road meets Bay Area Farmer's Market. Enjoy unforgettable dinner and drinks at the renowned Bull Valley Roadhouse, featuring elegantly hearty American dishes and expertly prepared cocktails in an old world atmosphere. Located in the picturesque town of Port Costa, BVR is a magical and convenient getaway, discovered and influenced by its community. The establishment has operated as a restaurant and bar since 1964, opening in October of 2012 under new leadership.

We accept online reservations for parties of 14 or fewer guests on Weds-Fri 5-9pm, Sat 12-9pm, and Sunday 11am-8pm. For parties of 15+ email events@bullvalleyroadhouse.com

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Jose

Dined 4 days ago

The food was delicious and the service was great. The mocktails were very tasty too.

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Popular dish

FRIED HALF CHICKEN

Lovina

4.8

4.8 (2184)

$31 to $50

American

Calistoga

About the restaurant

A locals favorite in historic craftsman home, with lovely heated/ shaded patios. Lovina is uniquely tip-free; our pricing includes a living wage, 401k with employer match, two weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, and health/ dental insurance benefits for all our hard-working employees! Recognized as "Best of the Best" on Trip Adviser for Vegan/ Gluten-Free options, Lovina also satisfies omnivores with locally famous Bolognese and wild Halibut. Our menu is seasonal and locally sourced. Woman-owned by Calistoga local Jennifer Bennett (previous owner of Zazie restaurant in SF), Lovina is unique & welcoming. We feature Jen's handmade pottery, thrown, glazed, and at her home studio here in Calistoga.

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lisaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Wonderful dinner, everything was delicious. Always terrific service in a beautiful atmosphere. We dined on the patio - so lovely!

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Heritage Pork & Beef Bolognese

Tri Valley Bistro

4.8

4.8 (421)

$30 and under

American

Pleasanton

About the restaurant

For parties greater than 8 guests for the weekend ,please contact the restaurant at (925)523-3815.
Thank you!

Tri Valley Bistro offers Creative Modern Californian American Cuisine including steaks, seafood, pasta and vegetarian options supporting gluten-free
and dairy free meals during dinner and brunch/lunch with a great wine selection and a tasteful weekend brunch selections and bottomless Mimosas

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Alan

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

Met a colleague for lunch. Great selection, great service. Spent a while there, and didn't feel rushed.

The Hero Ranch Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (2831)

$31 to $50

American

Saratoga

About the restaurant

Hero Ranch Kitchen was created by two friends that had a very simple idea. “Lets create a space and a place that we would want to go to.” “Lets serve our favorite dishes…whether it's the finest Wagyu steaks, or a 1lb burger…lets create a menu that we can all enjoy. Let's use the best ingredients and sell the best wines in the industry at prices that are always fair and approachable.” Let's build our restaurants in a neighborhood community where we can all enjoy each other’s company. HRK is a reflection of our life's greatest hits!” We hope you will enjoy.

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terriVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Gabby our server was friendly and attentive. An enjoyable Birthday evening.

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Brussels Sprouts Salad

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