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L'Ardoise
Diners’ top pick
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$$$$
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French
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4.9
(3073)
French Bistro serving traditional and authentic fare in a cozy atmosphere.
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Catch - San Francisco
$$$$
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Seafood
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4.8
(3171)
Located firmly within San Francisco's Castro district, 2362 Market Street is steeped in city history. Here, Catch makes its mark in a storefront registered as an official city landmark that originally housed the burgeoning NAMES Project, which famously organized the creation of the AIDS Memorial Quilt. The history remains with the building, but Catch aims to create a new legacy while honoring the spirit of creativity and expression rooted in its surroundings.
To foster this spirit, the chefs rotate their menus regularly, accommodating seasonal produce and fresh catches of local, sustainably sourced seafood. Each dish showcases these ingredients while incorporating Mediterranean influences and minimalist Californian sensibilities toward composition and presentation.
Since opening in October 2002, Catch is the perfect place to gather for every occasion – handcrafted artisanal cocktails and appetizers at the bar, a cozy romantic dinner for two by the fireplace.
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Canela Bistro & Wine Bar
$$$$
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Spanish
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4.8
(1414)
We invite you to enjoy our Spanish inspired cuisine, made with the best and most natural ingredients available from both Spain and California. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors using the bounty of Spain & California. We offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.
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Frances
Top-rated food
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$$$$
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Californian
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4.8
(3388)
At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.
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Lark
$$$$
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Mediterranean
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4.6
(36)
Welcome to Lark. Join us at Lark for a unique and unforgettable dining experience that blends the best of modern American cuisine and the rich culinary heritage of Greek Anatolia. Our vibrant and stylish restaurant in Castro District of San Francisco. We look forward to having you!
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Fable - SF
$$$$
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Californian
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4.6
(1875)
Fable is the best garden patio restaurant in San Francisco. In the heart of the vibrant Castro neighborhood, our patio restaurant showcases seasonal California cuisine and the best brunch in town. Join us for lunch, dinner, or a weekend brunch in a unique, all-weather outdoor dining experience. Inside Fable, our open kitchen concept shows how fresh ingredients are used to create the finished product.
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Blind Butcher
Top-rated hospitality
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$$$$
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Californian
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4.5
(323)
Nestled in the Castro District off Eighteenth and Hartford, Blind Butcher San Francisco features an urban setting that is modern and sophisticated, yet stunningly warm and inviting. The globally inspired New American menu features hand cut prime steaks, bountiful seafood and local organic produce. From small to big bites each dish highlights an inventive flair for marrying diverse flavors with natural organic ingredients into a gastronomic delight. Our wine program offers a superb variety that inspires daring pairings at prices that encourage exploration. Our professional staff is dedicated to crafting a memorable dining experience for our guests, and they share a commitment to quality and a passion to serve you.
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Vico Cavone
$$$$
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Italian
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4.3
(194)
Vico Cavone offers an authentic Neapolitan dining experience, the only one of its kind in San Francisco. With each visit, guests are transported to the warm city streets of Napoli. Our menu features traditional Neapolitan home-cooked “street” dishes inspired by family recipes and using house-made pasta, as well as an interesting selection of imported and domestic beer, a large wine selection and unique craft cocktails. Located in the diverse and vibrant Castro District, Vico Cavone is a comfortable everyday hangout for our LGBTQ family and its allies. Our mission is to offer the warmth, the hospitality and the comfort of a local Neapolitan establishment, and to run our business with honesty, compassion and a commitment to the community. Come join us!

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  • agardner
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Canela was fantastic for a group dinner, amazing food and service, what a gem!
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    Canela Bistro & Wine Bar$$$$• Spanish• The Castro
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    4.8
  • danw
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    L”Ardoise was fantastic. My wife and I celebrated our wedding anniversary there on 6/6. The service was great and the food was fantastic. I had the hanger steak and fries and my wife had the cow au van in a red wine sauce over mashed potatoes. Everything was perfect. The desserts were also fabulous. Will definitely go back. It’s on a tree lined street in the Duboce triangle neighborhood. Dan
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    L'Ardoise$$$$• French• The Castro
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    4.9
  • HannaHvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Had the tasting menu, which was delicious and well-portioned. Also they were able to provide GF options. Fennel soup was amazing, as were halibut crudo, carrots and little gem salad. The ragout was under-salted but tasty. The bavette was very tasty though not quite as good as the starters. Honestly I would not have ordered the Pavlova but it was spectacular. It was expensive but lovely and the service was great. Would not get the decaf coffee again.
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    Frances$$$$• Californian• The Castro
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    4.8
  • MichaelW
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The absolute coolest ambience and amazing food! I loved the kale picnic salad, truffle fries, and ribeye.
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    Blind Butcher$$$$• Californian• The Castro
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    4.5
  • Dineinlavip
    San Francisco Bay Area •119 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2023
    Delicious brunch and great service
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    Catch - San Francisco$$$$• Seafood• The Castro
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    4.8

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The neon-lit Castro Theater is a historic anchor for this happy and humorous hood, where storefront names are as cheeky as they are descriptive, and the sun always seems to be shining. Bustling bars with strong libations line Castro street, and there are a host of delicious options if you’re in the mood for new-American, Californian, or Italian fare. Nighttime is definitely party time, with flair at the forefront, and weekend brunch often serves as a decadent continuation of those festivities.

Frequently asked questions

The best reviewed restaurant in Castro is L'Ardoise

The best vegan restaurants in Castro are Fable - SF, Vico Cavone and Frances

The best vegetarian restaurants in Castro are Fable - SF, Frances and Canela Bistro & Wine Bar

The restaurants with the best service in Castro are L'Ardoise, Catch - San Francisco and Canela Bistro & Wine Bar

The restaurants with the best ambiance in Castro are Fable - SF, L'Ardoise and Willkommen

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