Best American Restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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A photo of The Berkeley Boathouse restaurant

1. The Berkeley Boathouse

4.1

Excellent(586)

Price: Expensive

• American • Berkeley

Booked 11 times today

Well done! Our group kept changing size but the team took that in stride. The food was good, the service fantastic. The water view was a bonus!

2. Ceron Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(618)

Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Alameda

Booked 9 times today

Every one was so polite and really made it a special visit. Obviously the food was amazing as well.

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3. Bistro Central Parc

4.8

Exceptional(962)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 16 times today

I have been traveling to San Francisco for nearly 70. I’ve enjoyed many great restaurants but this was a new find. I now have a new favorite restaurant in San Francisco!

4. MUA

4.6

Exceptional(1395)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakland

Booked 18 times today

The whole experience was a vibe. Worst part of dinner was parking.

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5. Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt

4.7

Exceptional(696)

Price: Moderate

• American • Oakland

Booked 20 times today

GLK is consistently a great meal. We shared a salad and eggplant parm. They were unique takes on familiar dishes

6. Z Cafe & Bar

4.9

Exceptional(387)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Oakland

Booked 3 times today

The service was great. Our server was fantastic. All hands on deck as far as making sure we were happy. Great great food.

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7. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.5

Awesome(750)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 53 times today

As always great dining! Great food, great service and great ambiance.

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8. Creekwood Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1033)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 27 times today

Service feels very kind, like they care. It was a really lovely experience. Thank you!

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9. The Palm Court at RH San Francisco

4.8

Exceptional(1886)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Potrero Hill / Dogpatch

Booked 99 times today

Great food and awesome service!! 10/10 steak was amazinggg and ambience was beautiful.

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10. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(2538)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 58 times today

Very enjoyable lunch. Great view. Our waiter, Chris, was excellent. Will return.