San Francisco - Marina - Restaurants

3317 Steiner St., San Francisco 94123
415-441-2223

Chotto

Americans unfortunately tend to associate fusion-y sushi trattorias with traditional Japanese cuisine, when the street-level izakaya is much closer to the soul of urban Japanese cuisine. Owners Tad... read more

2175 Chestnut St., San Francisco 94123
415-673-7100

Delarosa

Team behind beloved Beretta and Starbelly are definitely on a roll; they set their sites on the Marina with a similar Roman-style birreria/pizzeria. Arguably the niftiest space in the neighborhood,... read more

3232 Scott St., San Francisco 94123
415-567-3838

BIN 38

We almost excluded this place for Chestnut Street location, but the great outdoor patio, wine list and incredible burger won us over. Somehow avoids post-frat Marina denizens (the stereotypes are t... read more

2231 Chestnut St. , San Francisco 94123
415-292-2300

The Tipsy Pig

The name speaks the truth: you'll feel like a tipsy pig after an evening here. Try the pretzel braid with cheddar dip and the pork chop and you'll be far from disappointed. Practice shouting across... read more

2140 Union St., San Francisco 94123
415-409-1114

The Brixton

This venue has not yet been reviewed. read more

1910 Lombard St., San Francisco 94123
415-931-9319

Zushi Puzzle

The Marina’s best sushi and worst kept secret. Don’t worry, the fish is much fresher than the 80s background music. Inventive rolls named after regulars, such as the Wild Schild and Butter Face. Be... read more

2355 Chestnut St., San Francisco 94101
415-771-2216

A16

Greenwich Village brick exterior, sophisticated inside with open kitchen in back, plus old school foosball table. Buzzing wine bar serves well-to-do neighborhood newlyweds and pals out to prove the... read more

2030 Lombard St., San Francisco 94123
415-440-1505

Mas Sake

A Japanese restaurant with a Spanish word in its name? You were asking for it. Actress/model waitresses imported from L.A. serve up overpriced and undersized family-style nigiri and rolls for 24th-... read more

2250 Chestnut St., San Francisco 94123
415-474-4843

The Grove Cafe

Central Perk goes rustic. The Marina gang’s all here—and they brought their laptops and golden retrievers. Sit outside and savor stellar Arnold Palmers. Overpay for order-at-the-counter gourmet off... read more

Fort Mason, Bldg. A, San Francisco
415-771-6222

Greens

Who knew a no-meat restaurant could be so pricey? Old Fort Mason waterfront warehouse turned haute dining destination since 1979. Dishes that make you forget about flesh altogether. Perched above ... read more

3258 Scott St., San Francisco 94123
415-775-8867

Pluto’s

How you imagine Mom would cook if she did Thanksgiving all year round. Carved turkey, stuffing, grilled mushrooms, rosemary focaccia, all for order at the counter at ridiculously low prices. Checkl... read more

3324 Steiner St., San Francisco 94123
415-567-9588

Isa

Superb French small plates served family style on twinkling fairytale tented back patio. Groups of cultured 30-somethings staging pseudo-dinner parties. Steeped in too good to be true ambiance and ... read more

2018 Lombard St., San Francisco 94123
415-929-8888

Alegrias Food From Spain

Slice of Spain on anything-but-scenic Lombard. Crisp white walls, mounted ceramic plates, flamenco shawls thrown over wooden screens. Small plates since before they were trendy, paella that's worth... read more

3339 Steiner St., San Francisco
415-567-4903

Ace Wasabi’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Sushi

Marina sushi hotspot keeps every hour happy and kicks off bingo at 6:30. Meet Alex P. Keaton and friends after work for some Three Amigos or U2 rolls and a bowl of garlic edamame. Scope out the scu... read more

1450 Lombard St., San Francisco 94123
415-441-8880

Boboquivari's

Contender for SF's top steak temple. Ignore smallish space and faintly silly decor in favor of what's on your plate, which is high-grade beef if you've any sense. They call it The Steak with good r... read more

2001 Chestnut St., San Francisco 94123
415-351-0175

Circa

Resto-lounge is a favorite spot for weekend brunch, with unlimited drinks to accompany your meal. Weekend nights, the energy turns up a notch with a crowd intent on imbibing. read more