The Best Restaurants in San Francisco

Fresca - Pacific Heights

The creation of father and son duo Julio and Jose Calvo-Perez... savvy diners may already know the original Fresca at 24 West Portal. What was once a closely guarded neighborhood secret is now beginning to catch on with the masses. And how could it n... more

Fresca - West Portal

The permeating flavor in most Peruvian food is aji, or the Peruvian chile pepper, and of the 38 menu choices found on the Fresca dinner menu, 22 feature some form of aji. The most well known, the spicy aji amarillo (yellow chile), is found in numerou... more

Fresh Brew Coffee

A quaint, unassuming cafe that serves delicious Vietnamese sandwiches. more

Fringale

After a sampling of the full bar, a half-bottle of Dry Creek Fumé Blanc is great with the first course. Try the deeply smoked salmon dressed with fresh young pastis-scented leaves, red onion, cucumber, a lightly vinegary dressing, then move on... more

Frjtz - Mission

Frjtz offers Belgian style pommes frites with over 14 different dipping sauces. The Frites are blanched and then fried to acheive natural crispness without the need to add extra starches. Try the chipotle remoulade for a smokey and yet spicy kick on... more

Fruitful Grounds

A local cafe with a happy atmposhere - providing everything from a great meal to a nutritional health smoothie all in one place. The cafe attracts a steady USF, City College-John Adams Campus students as well as neighborhood locals in between the Ric... more

Fueling Station Cafe

A local eclectic cafe offering delicious baked goods, sandwiches, and beverages to fuel your day! more

G Food Lounge

G Food Lounge brings your favorite food trucks to SoMa. more

Galette

Francophiles can dream of Brittany while savoring the wonderful crepes at the charming, Pascal Rigo-owned Galette. However, the real deal is the moules et frites, a heaping bowl of mussels cooked in your choice of four different broths from the class... more

Gallery Cafe

Comfort food that tastes as good.   We make everything in house (except a few of the vegan items). more

Gambit Lounge

We are a place of understated elegance and subtle sophistication where a meticulously crafted cocktail meets a glass of fine wine, and both are complimented by satisfying and heartwarming foods inspired by the cuisines of Central and Eastern Europe. more

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Garaje

Delicious burgers, beer, and tacos. Beers on tap rotate. more

Garçon

Garcon encapsulates an old-world French Bistro with a casual and friendly atmosphere like one would find in France. Garcon uses familiar French dishes like French onion soup and duck confit, as well as having a variety of vegetarian and organic items... more

Garden House Cafe

Great location, wonderful outdoor patio, delicious sandwiches and good coffee. more

Garden of Tranquility

Garden of Tranquility is one of those nice surprises sometimes found when you venture a little farther away from the center of the city. While the outside is rather shabby and the service varies from decent to downright rude, the food is always excel... more

Gardenias

Our 49-seat space, in SF’s historic Fillmore district, is a neighborhood spot in the best sense of the word. People are welcome to drop in for a drink and a quick bite — there is extensive bar seating if desired — or to come and sta... more

Garibaldi's on Presidio

Serving locals in Pacific Heights for years, veteran Garibaldi's on Presidio epitomizes the 'ideal neighborhood restaurant'. With a dining room both stylish yet comfortable, service both professional yet friendly and a Cal-Med menu both seasonal yet... more

Gary Danko

Gary Danko goes out of his way to create a first-class eatery. The California and French influenced menu is stocked with rich foods like lobster, chanterelles, foie gras and squab. The way the front of the house is run is striking to the casual di... more

Gaslamp Cafe

Whether for business or lunch, your favorite spot for Sunday brunch, an extension of your home or office, or your happy hour hang out, we know you want and deserve the best that San Francisco has to offer.  We are friendly professionals with a g... more

Gaspar Brasserie

Gaspar Brasserie highlights the best of French style in its the two level space filled with fabulous mid-century decor.  Downstairs, vintage chandeliers light the intimate bar and dining room.  Upstairs, the cozy Cognac Room offers a seco... more

Gaspare's

Small booths and decent Italian food keeps a long lasting tradition very alive. Breaking it down: Is the food incredible? Not really. Is the decor very special? No. Then what's so good about Gaspare's? Maybe just the feel of a small, mom and pop l... more

George’s Donuts & Merriment

George's isn't just a donut shop; it's a cafe and neighborhood destination where Chef Janina O'Leary's culinary creativity shines. more

Gestalt Haus

Beer, Brats, Bikes and Pinball.   A beer bar with a few very interesting sandwich options. more

GetFresh SF

Our philosophy is to attract loyal customers, have pride in what you do and love to serve your clients. Try one of our fresh juices or smoothies. more

Gialina

Gialina is named after my grandmother Nonni Lina. It is a tribute to my wonderful Italian family, who came from a town in Italy's culinary heartland of Emilia-Romagna. As seen in the restaurant's family photos, Nonni liked to surround herself with fo... more

Gibson Restaurant

Located in the Hotel Bijou — just a half-block from the Powell Street BART station — Gibson combines elegant and exceptional cocktails with a thoughtful menu subtly influenced by smoke and live fire. The casual yet refined bar and restaur... more

Ginza Sushi and Sake

We broke the mold of "traditional" Japanese cuisine, with an exciting and modern twist.   GINZA sources as much organic and sustainably grown product as possible. KANPAI (Happy) Hour I Mon - Fri I 4pm - 6pm more

Gioia Pizzeria - San Francisco

Gioia is a New York Style Pizzeria with seasonal ingredients. We are an honest to goodness neighborhood restaurant. Our menu offers seasonal antipasti, pasta, and entrees along with, of course, New York Style pizzas with the best of Californian in... more

Giorgio's Pizza

Although individual slices aren't always available, Giorgio's pizza is so good it made my list anyway. The folks at Giorgio's know that a thin crust adds just the right bite of texture. Most importantly, they know when to stop: the pizza is topped wi... more

Giovanni Italian Specialties

Giovanni's has been designed to round out a community already rich in food offerings including Italian staples both domestic and imported. We specialize in homemade focaccia, piadina sandwiches, panzerotti (fried calzones), pizzelle cookies and of co... more

Glaze Teriyaki Grill

"Seriously delicious teriyaki –  in a not-so-serious atmosphere." A delicious Korean influenced take on Japanese teriyaki.   There's a nice little explanation of how this came to be on http://www.glazeteriyaki.com/about . more

Go Go 7

Go Go 7 offers Korean food at a decent prices. The portions are large and delicious. It's a great place to go if you're in this area of town, conveniently located near City College. more

Godzila

The sushi is very good, especially for the price. Plus the crowd is young and lively. Check out the daily specials. You'll find great bargains! more

Goemon Sushi

Goemon Sushi on Irving possesses a low-lit atmosphere and a beautiful back garden complete with an outdoor smoking lounge and a little pond. Some of the tables are less secluded than others, so try to make arrangements for intimate seating ahead of t... more

Gold Mirror

The Gold Mirror Restaurant has been the meeting place for friends and families to indulge in a cocktail at the bar, a savory Italian dinner and the best homemade Tiramisu in town. Patrons come from all over the Bay Area to partake in the elegant atmo... more

Golden Boy

Golden Boy Pizza has continued to thrive in San Francisco's North Beach. It is now managed and operated by Peter's sons. The legacy of Golden Boy Pizza continues, with the next generation planning to expand once again! The perfect pizza would consist... more

Golden Boy Pizza

Where to find the city’s best pizza? In an Italian neighborhood of course. North Beach’s Golden Boy Pizza serves it Sicilian style, by the square slice, accompanied by ... a fork and knife? You guessed it, these guys take their pizza seri... more

Golden Burma

Authentic Burmese food. more

Golden Gate Bar & Grill Tap Room

With the best beers, come the best games. The Golden Gate Tap Room houses two regulation shuffleboard tables, three SkeeBall games, two foosball tables, new and vintage arcade games, and pool tables reside in the two video platforms. And for the mode... more

Golden Gate Perk

This internet cafe is a great get-away from the hubbub of downtown. It is located on the mezannine level which takes you away from the hustle and bustle while still being able to look down at everything going on. Located on Claude Ln., this cafe serv... more

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