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- 56 Gold St., San Francisco 94133
- 415-433-6300
Bix
Channel 007's elegance, dress up sharp, and come to Bix - the city’s classiest supperclub. Time warp back to the halcyon days of dapper Dans and double martinis. Soaring ceilings held up by giant s... read more
- 710 Montgomery St., San Francisco 94111
- 415-982-2622
Bocadillos
So it takes a lot of small plates to make a meal (which makes the prices bratty). And the wait can be tedious (unless you care to chill out at cheesy Bubble Lounge next door). But the True Religion... read more
- 609 Vallejo St., San Francisco 94133
- 415-392-6739
Caffe Trieste
Half a century of bohemian history endows this coffeehouse with undeniable cred. Papa Gianni came over from the old country in 1951, kids and grandkids carry on tradition of brewing espresso that w... read more
- 1454 Grant Ave., San Francisco
- 415-981-5565
Café Jacqueline
Does only one thing, and does it damn well: expensive soufflés. Candlelit dining room and big windows radiate romance. Owner's a pill, but waitstaff is cool. Play it safe with the classic gruyère s... read more
- 1265 Battery St., San Francisco 94111
- 415-986-0100
Il Fornaio
Remember, it’s not a chain, it’s a “multi-location” establishment. Reliable, high-quality Italian standards, freshly made pastas, pizzas and meats from the wood-fired oven. Best known for their exc... read more
- 1701 Stockton St., San Francisco 94133
- 415-362-6421
Mama’s on Washington Square
Since 1967 it's been the place for morning grub in North Beach, with a ridiculously long line to prove it. Homemade cinnamon brioche, perfect omelets with exotic cheeses, eggs lightly scrambled wit... read more
- 519 Columbus Ave., San Francisco 94133
- 415-982-1124
L’Osteria del Forno
Best small Italian joint in North Beach. Waiting for one of 28 seats can take forever, and they don’t take reservations. All is forgiven the second you bite into the warm focaccia bread, thin-crust... read more
- 542 Green St., San Francisco
- 415-982-9738
Golden Boy Pizza
It can’t be done: Passing by the front window of Golden Boy, smelling the divine aroma of slices laid out in front of you just begging to be bought, and not capitulate. Grab a stool at the counter,... read more
- 510 Union St., San Francisco 94133
- 415-291-0927
El Raigón Argentine Asado
Hereford cowhides stretched like canvas adorn brick walls at this temple to red meat. Owners, who also run a working ranch in Argentina, clearly know their cow. Various cuts of free-range beef gril... read more
- 701 Union St., San Francisco 94133
- 415-402-0011
Iluna Basque
Button-cute French Basque golden boy Mattin Noblia keeps this suave North Beacher humming along nicely, serving up lush small plates in a dim, wood-paneled corner. Piperade Basque stew with Serrano... read more
- 555 Columbus Ave., San Francisco 94133
- 415-362-7727
Il Pollaio
In the middle of North Beach tourist rip-off restaurants is this wedge-shaped Argentine shrine to chicken that is beloved by locals. For more than two decades the family run biz has been cranking o... read more
- 470 Green St., San Francisco 94133
- 415-362-8286
Maykadeh
Persian expat favorite for more than 20 years. Elegant, understated dining room just off chaotic corner of Grant and Green amidst a sea of Italian bistros. Magnificent kebabs, basmati rice and tend... read more
- 566 Columbus Ave., San Francisco 94133
- 415-362-0536
Mario’s Bohemian Cigar Store Cafe
Beloved little old-timer right across from Washington Square Park, proudly serving up crisp focaccia sandwiches, bubbling baked pasta, perfectly thin pizzas and handmade biscotti since before you w... read more
- 701 Columbus Ave., San Francisco
- 415-981-4664
Da Flora
Some restaurants have style, but this petite corner place has soul. Dig the lush red décor and oh-so-Italian aromas wafting from the kitchen and down Columbus Street. Owner Flora is a hoot, but don... read more
- 1600 Powell St., San Francisco 94133
- 415-989-2589
Capp's Corner
While the sheep eat at The Stinking Rose, you’re having true SF experience at Capp’s. Get harangued by the weathered, wisecracking waitresses while dining family-style on osso buco and veal tortell... read more
- 1230 Grant Ave., San Francisco 94133
- 415-986-8612
The House
Amist the tourist hoopla is this simple yet sleek locals favorite that won't rob your wallet. You’ll freak over the can-this-be-real flavor of chef Larry Tse's ginger-soy glazed sea bass, ahi tuna ... read more
- 532 Columbus Ave., San Francisco 94133
- 415-399-0499
Rose Pistola
Proof you can burn bright as the hottest new restaurant in town and still be around seven years later. Rose Pistola has triumphed against the odds and is now considered a North Beach institution. S... read more
- 1015 Battery St., San Francisco 94111
- 415-391-2555
Piperade
Style-forward Basque brasserie headed up by affable celeb chef Gerald Hirigoyen, who mingles at length with every table. Refined, yet explosive flavors. Signature piperade—roasted tomatoes and pepp... read more
- 1322 Grant Ave., San Francisco
- 415-788-3779
Mo’s Gourmet Hamburgers
Ignore annoying Three Stooges design scheme and concentrate on excellent burger. Top-quality meat ground daily, with additions like Gruyere cheese, thick smoky bacon and caramelized onions. Hand-cu... read more
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