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House of Prime Rib
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.8(16,169)Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness - 2
Kokkari Estiatorio
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.9(9,335)Financial District / Embarcadero - 3
Elena's
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(789)Forest Hill / West Portal - 4
La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco
Price: Expensive•Peruvian•4.8(8,658)Financial District / Embarcadero - 5
Waterbar
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.6(11,127)Financial District / Embarcadero
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STK - San Francisco
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.1(1,466)Financial District / Embarcadero - 2
Four Kings
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.6(211)Chinatown - 3
Dalida
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(1,183)Presidio - 4
State Bird Provisions
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(3,408)Western Addition - 5
Nopa - San Francisco
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.6(3,656)North Panhandle / USF
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Boulevard
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(9,192)Financial District / Embarcadero - 2
The Palm Court at RH San Francisco
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(1,922)Potrero Hill / Dogpatch - 3
A16 - San Francisco
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(5,084)Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio - 4
Octavia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(2,711)Pacific Heights - 5
COQUETA - San Francisco
Price: Very Expensive•Spanish•4.8(3,467)Financial District / Embarcadero
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Original Joe's - San Francisco
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(4,401)Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.
Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.Tosca Café
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(169)
A legendary hangout in North Beach since it opened in 1919, and even more so from the 1980's onward when Jeanette Etheredge took over Tosca. Locals including Willie Brown, Lars Ulrich and Francis Ford Coppola were regular fixtures, Hunter S Thompson wrote his column for the SF Examiner in the corner booth, Bono, Lauren Hutton, and Mikhail Baryshnikov played pool in the back room, singing Opera and drinking Tosca House Cappuccinos. When Restaurateur Anna Weinberg and Interior Designer Ken Fulk heard Tosca Cafe was closing they joined forces to save it. As the new owners and passionate fans of the original establishment their goal was to return Tosca to its rightful place as a San Francisco institution. As Mikey Rapin wrote in Bon Appétit magazine: “It’s the kind of joint Beats got bounced, Bono belted opera, and a bullet hole memoralizes the night an A-LIST actor disagreed with a rockstar's choice of music"
Surisan
Price: Moderate•Korean•4.7(189)Located in the center of San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf district, our heart is a savory Asian-inspired American comfort breakfast and brunch, with our soul being innovative Korean dinners. We combine young creative chefs, top-quality, locally-sourced organic ingredients and relaxed indoor and outdoor dining spaces to create a haven for people who love great food, drink and service. Led in the kitchen by Executive Chef Nick Yoon and in the front of the house by James Choi, together, we aim to provide uncompromised experiences for the diner.Ideale
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(1,580)*Just awarded the prestigious "Gambero Rosso" for being one of the best Italian restaurants in America*
"For an authentic Roman holiday without the airfare, this undiscovered North Beach gem is worth seeking out."
(Zagat) .
A bright, colorful Italian restaurant, Ideale is the modern version of a traditional Roman trattoria. It is "festive and boisterous...la vera cucina italiana." Ideale has been bringing Rome to North Beach for 30 yrs now with it's highly acclaimed chef, Maurizio Bruschi. Maurizio hails from 4 generations of Roman chefs, lovingly taught by his grandma, Serafina. The pastas & breads are all homemade & the ingredients are hand-picked daily. Zagat wrote, the "Italian fare is the real deal...one of the few no tourist eateries in North Beach.. excellent pasta & pizza..the service makes you feel like a friend..a delightful experience." Ideale has won numerous awards, including Zagat's "Best Italian Restaurants in America" & The Chronicle's "Best Pasta in North Beach."
The Red Window
Price: Moderate•Modern European•4.6(79)The Red Window that offers dinner, brunch, a Cocktail bar and an event space. Its menu is marked by innovation and intentionality, bringing a touch of modern European cuisine blends the vibrant flavors of Spanish tapas, the rich traditions of Italian cuisine, and the boldness of American culinary influences into a captivating dining experience to the San Francisco dining scene. The Red Window is distinguished by its remarkable Art and Décor, all meticulously crafted by the diligent work of local artists and designers. At the Red Window, dining is an immersive and positive experience that transcends the food on the plate. Whether indulging in brunch or dinner, guests are guaranteed an unparalleled and enjoyable experience.Fior D'Italia
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(1,726)Let Chef Gianni Audieri create a feast for your senses in the legendary San Francisco restaurant! Located in lively North Beach, Fior d"Italia offers fine Italian dining in a welcoming, elegant and fun atmoshere.
Enjoy a classic cocktail or glass of fine wine at the 1920's solid Mahogany and brass bar while chatting with locals and tourists alike. Or enjoy privacy at one of the intimate tables located by the window.
Dine in the warmly lit dining room and enjoy a classic Northern Italian dish cooked from only the finest and freshest ingredients. Known for his wide range of organic ingredients, homemade pastas and sumptuous entrees, Chef Gianni has a creation to please every palette.
"The Fior is a labor of love" says Chef Gianni. "This business is tough but when you love cooking traditional Italian cuisine, it becomes a way of life...and fun too!"
Whether on business or pleasure, come dine with us at the Oldest Italian Restaurant in America!
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- PPaulaVIPWashington, D.C. Area •16 reviews4.0Dined 4 days agoFood ok but bun pockets with Peking duck kind of tasteless. Very busy and noisy. Slow serviceMore infoChina LivePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown•4.6
- SSandyVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •23 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoVery enjoyable. Dinner was delicious. Service was great. We loved it.More infoOriginal Joe's - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach•4.7
- GGrantVIPCincinnati / Dayton •42 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWe thorougjly enjoyed North Beach Restaurant. Maria was an absolute delight! We loved it, you will too.More infoNorth Beach RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• North Beach•4.5
- DDanDenver / Colorado •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 6, 2025Fantastic meal! The service was excellent. The waiter recommended a great wine that matched our request perfectly.More infoBocconcinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach•4.7
- LLucindaVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on May 27, 2025Always a favorite! Can’t wait to go back for the dinner and “show” (pasta prepared in a cheese wheel at the table)!More infoAcquolinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Beach•4.7
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In San Francisco’s Little Italy, you can find just about any saucy dish you’re after. But on top of that, all things Italian—pasta, pizza, seafood, gelato shops, caffès and bakeries—line the streets. As the most neighborhoody neighborhood in San Francisco, it has some of the greatest character and personality around. Gastropubs, wine bars, and live music bars connect the restaurants and unique stores that fill its adorable little streets.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in North Beach include Fior D'Italia, The Red Window and Original Joe's - San Francisco
Restaurants with gluten-free options in North Beach are The Red Window, Fior D'Italia and Bocconcino
Bottomless brunch in North Beach is available at Abacá, Original Joe's - San Francisco and The Red Window
The most romantic restaurant in North Beach is Fior D'Italia
Restaurants in North Beach with a great view include Park Tavern on Washington Square, Cafe Zoetrope and Steps of Rome Trattoria
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