Food Network favorite Tyler Florence took a break from his various shows to open up this mature, heady spot that might signal of signs of new culinary life in the Financial District. Occupying what... read more
Pronounced “kwa,” no relation to LA and NYC’s Koi, except that it’s equally as exceptional. Founder Daniel Patterson has garnered a grip of for accolades for his dare-we-say... read more
Decadent Belle Epoque meets inspired, impeccable cuisine. Wrought-iron lamps dangle gracefully from brick ceilings, waiters sail smoothly through a sea of bejeweled ladies, and fat-cat men grin lik... read more
Third location of this local favorite is a charm. Huge and bustling room aswarm with fashionable eaters (Isn’t that Mick Jagger?). Food as sparklingly fresh and incredible as the ocean view. Noisy ... read more
Opened during Gold Rush as tent-covered coffee stand by three Croatian immigrants. Old-world feel kept alive by enormous wraparound bar, private wood-paneled booths, and all-male waitstaff in starc... read more
That most American of meals taken to foodie heights. Only organic, never-frozen beef, locally farmed produce. Have your mahi mahi burger with sweet potato fries and support sustainable agriculture ... read more
You’re in a Spike Jonze commercial, starring Chloë Sevigny and backlit by Dan Flavin. Voda is Russian for water, but don’t go ordering any of that shit from the all-female bartenders rocking sexy P... read more
Now here’s a place to get rip-roaring drunk and feel like you’re following tradition at the same time. Country-schoolroom look plastered with black-and-white photos of famous Irish alcoholics of yo... read more
Heaps o’ history seeping from corner of old Barbary Coast. Old three-masted sailing ship converted into a tavern and shanghaiing den. Sailor spirit still alive and well, sans the drug-laced liquor ... read more
SF’s first luxury organic hotel—but think artisanal cheese, not alfalfa sprouts. Ugly exterior (bane of the neighborhood) countered with soothing inoffensive modern furnishings, dreamy bedding, wic... read more
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Huevos Rancheros here are a hit, and the tacos aren't too shabby, even if they are a little pricey. Sit and enjoy the waterfront view and nosh on good gringo Mexican eats. read more
Motorcycles hanging from the ceiling, Tiffany lamps, running model trains, an odd proprietor and a live-in cat make this kitschy pub worth stopping in for the spectacle. Food is sub par, drinks are... read more
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Gorgeous room, rustic and elegant, with burning hearths and big floral arrangements. Friendly, slightly leering waiters add authentic Mediterranean flavor. This is no Zorba type of place. Tradition... read more
Landmark building housing oldest restaurant in San Francisco. Originally opened in 1864, favorite eatery for Hitchcock back in the day. Third-floor private dining rooms rumored to be for other plea... read more
Season’s freshest bounty, served up amid Saturday farmers’ market under a festive umbrella on the sidewalk by the bay. Ingredients so fresh and beautiful they look fake. Too bad the portions are sm... read more
Chicer alternative to chintz at the Ritz. Local haute cuisine journey for those out of luck at French Laundry. Dining room is unexpectedly designer, with deep chocolate walls, to-the-floor Frette, ... read more
Only two things on your mind: sex and oysters. Businessmen, epicures, ferry-riding tourists elbow-to-elbow at granite-topped bar in Ferry Building food mall. Robust young men shuck away furiously i... read more
As the gaudy sign outside describes, this is a combination of Persi...
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