Our Favorite San Francisco Restaurants
“It’s simply a very romantic place. Just one look at any of those streets, and you couldn’t be anywhere else.”
— Julia Child
Neighborhood Gems
Restaurants within Walking Distance
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                    ![A plate of food featuring a salad, potatoes, and seafood is in the foreground. Blue Mermaid Chowder House and Bar is featured in the background.]()  Blue MermaidOur own Blue Mermaid serves up award winning clam chowder — best on the Wharf! In the morning, try lemon ricotta pancakes or one of many Benedicts. 
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                    ![There are three pizzas and a plate of salad. A hand is grabbing a piece from the center pie.]()  PescatoreOur own lovely sidewalk Italian cafe, with delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner — just downstairs. Save room for the Chocolate Torte! 
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                    ![Three cold pints of beer in San Francisco Brewing Co glasses.]()  Craft BrewsThe San Francisco Brewery is just around the corner in the historic Ghiradelli Square. Outdoor beer garden, pool tables and amazing burgers. 
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                    ![In the foreground is a bread bowl full of hot soup and topped with garnishes and a pint of beer. The background is a blurry restaurant ambience.]()  Buena Vista CafeThis charming cafe was the first place to buy alcohol during the Gold Rush. Well known for their Irish coffees. Near the cable car turnaround. 
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                    ![A colorful spread of Mexican dishes, salsas, and sides. Four people "cheers" their beers and cocktails over the table.]()  BarrioA Mexican bistro with outdoor patio seating and extraordinary views of the Bay and Alcatraz. This tastes like vacation. Ghiradelli Square. 
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                    ![A close-up image of a colorful seafood dish over vegetables.]()  Scoma's SeafoodPacific seafood, caught on small boats, and brought to our pier by local fishermen. It’s the quintessential seafood - straight forward - without spice and fluff. 
Rooftop Bars & Happy Hours
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                    ![View from the Mark Hopkin's sky lounge]()  Top of the MarkSpectacular views of the San Francisco skyline, their sky lounge dazzles dignitaries, celebrities, and in-the-know visitors with creative cocktails, and signature martinis. 
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                    ![Stylish rooftop bar with sunset sky]()  Charmaine'sThe rooftop lounge of San Francisco Proper Hotel, 120 feet above Market Street, features a stylish European terrace with laid-back California vibes. Food + drinks. 
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                    ![Stunning-tiki-roof-bar]()  KaiyōImmersive Nikkei experience and "tropical oasis in the sky." 12th floor of Hyatt Palace Hotel. Japanese culinary influence within Peruvian culture. Stunning! 
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                    ![casual-rooftop-dining-all-season]()  El TechoStreet food, rooftop views, and your favorite cocktails “del sol,” 364 days a year, rain or shine! Happy Hour 4-6pm weekdays. 
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                    ![Colorful happy hour cocktails]()  Happy Hour at PescatoreJust take a stroll to the Hotel Zoe for Happy Hour at the Pescatore. Enjoy cocktails and nibbles in their upbeat, bistro setting. 3-5pm, Mondays - Thursdays. 
Date Night!
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                    ![Restaurant featuring floor to ceiling aquarium.]()  WaterbarElegant restaurant with views inside and out from its iconic waterfront location. Features an expansive oyster menu, and fresh, sustainable seafood. 
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                    ![Beautiful juicy steak with red wine and flowers]()  Miller & LuxTyler Florence’s new modern American Steakhouse at the Chase Center delivers a refined and comfortable restaurant experience through a sophisticated lens. 
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                    ![Tiki themed Interior of Tonga Room]()  The Tonga RoomCreated by a Hollywood set designer, this tropical bar experience features an indoor "lagoon" with a floating live band. In the landmark Fairmont Hotel. 
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                    ![Restaurant exterior with big rounded warehouse windows]()  Alexander's SteakhouseA fine dining interpretation of the modern American steakhouse with hints of Japanese influences. Renowned for Wagyu steak. Near Oracle Park. 
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                    ![restaurant-facade-with-cable-car]()  Tadich GrillThe oldest continually run restaurant in California (est 1849), third oldest in United States. Seafood, steak, and more (75+ entrees). European bistro-style service! 
Michelin Stars
Book well in advance of your stay; deposit required in advance.
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                    ![Crabs, lobster, clams, mussels and oysters.]()  Angler SFAngler is a sea-life focused restaurant with views of the expansive wood burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay. Chef Joshua Skenes and Saison Hospitality. Embarcadero waterfront. 1 Michelin Star. 
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                    ![Exquisite plate of rolled vegetables]()  BenuPlease plan three hours to enjoy this fixed menu featuring seafood, vegetables and some meat from former French Laundry chef, Corey Lee. $350 per person. Not suitable for young kids. 3 Michelin stars. 
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                    ![Oyster centered on a bed of whole baby potatoes and crunchy topping]()  QuinceCalifornian contemporary cuisine with Italian influences; nightly-changing tasting menus highlight the restaurant's unique partnership with Fresh Run Farm in Bolinas, CA. 3 Michelin stars. CLOSED JULY. 
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                    ![Collection of Chinese]()  Mister Jiu'sMister Jiu’s is a contemporary Chinese American restaurant and bar located in a historic Chinatown building with a notable wine list and airy atmosphere. Booking reservations three weeks out! 1 Michelin star. 
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                    ![Quail, frisee and parker house rolls]()  BirdsongThe menu focuses on ingredients in the most whole form they can find them in. This typically means produce that is in season, at their best and most flavorful. Exquisite. Two Michelin Stars. 
Family Friendly & Fun
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                    ![Gorgeous square pizza on a tray.]()  Square Pie GuysDetroit-style pan pizza just up the hill at Ghiradelli Square. Gluten-free and vegan options for dine-in or take-back to your cozy Zoe room! 
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                    ![Exterior night image of Capurro's Restaurant]()  Capurro's Fish HouseFamily-friendly seafood restaurant right across the street! Colorful and lively, this historic San Francisco restaurant gets their seafood right off the boat. Fresh! 
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                    ![Plate loaded with salmon, mango salsa on a bed of vegetables and rice]()  Wipe Out Bar & GrillCalifornia Beach-Shack inspired restaurant with food that’s cool for the whole fam on Pier 39. Salads, burgers, tacos, burritos. Yum, dude! 
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                    ![]()  Hard Rock CafeBetween the collections of Rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia and live music, you might get to enjoy a meal at a normal pace for a change! Here’s to entertained kids! 
 
                         
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                      