Travel Guide
Eat
Casual + Comfortable
Ideal for spontaneous weeknights, casual catch-ups, or easygoing weekends.
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Casaro Osteria
ItalianClassic Italian comfort food in the heart of the Marina. The friendly staff and warm ambiance make this spot a great choice.
2136 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123 Website -
Fog Harbor Fish House
SeafoodYes, Pier 39 is super touristy. And, being a tourist can be fun, too! Come for the bay and bridge views, stay for the scallops, mussel fries, and clam chowder.
Pier 39, San Francisco, CA 94133 Website -
Gusto Pinsa Romana
Pinsa / PizzaHave you ever had pinsa? Pinsa is lighter and crisper than pizza, and every bit as delicious (we love it more!). It's also known for its more digestible multi-grain dough, with outstanding pinsa spots throughout the city.
1000 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109 Website -
Kogi Gogi
Korean BBQNo-frills, cook-it-yourself Korean BBQ joint serving a variety of meats and classic sides with a fun, lively energy. Bonus: the K-Pop playlist never misses.
1358 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122 Website -
Osmanthus Dim Sum Lounge
Dim SumPlenty of dim sum standouts in Chinatown, the Richmond District, and the Sunset District. Osmanthus is a good choice for small to large groups who want a casual sit-down option.
504 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133 Website -
Rice Roll Express
ChineseDefinitely a no-frills, cheap, delicious spot for lunch. The lines are typically long but move quickly. We highly recommend the rice roll express special and the shrimp feast rice rolls.
1131 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94133 Website -
Sotto Mare
Seafood / ItalianPopular North Beach casual eatery with iconic cioppino, fish, and other Italian classics. Francis' favorite Italian spot.
552 Green St, San Francisco, CA 94133 Website -
SPARK Social SF
Food Trucks · Steps from our hotelsCan't decide what to eat? With over a dozen food truck options, you can share multiple food flavor combinations in a chill, family-friendly outdoor setting.
601 Mission Bay Blvd North, San Francisco, CA 94158 Website -
Taqueria Cancun
MexicanThere's no shortage of delicious and affordable Cali-Mexican spots in SF. You also can't leave without trying a burrito in the Mission neighborhood — Taqueria Cancun is a great choice.
2288 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110 Website -
Yummy Plate
Breakfast & Lunch · Steps from our hotelsVaried healthy and yummy options for a casual breakfast and lunch.
177 Townsend St #135, San Francisco, CA 94107 Website
Casual + Upscale
Relaxed enough for a weeknight dinner but refined enough for a date or small celebration.
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Abrazo
SpanishOne of our favorite go-to date night spots. Delicious tapas and cocktails with great ambiance and attentive service. It's a bonus that we live a hop, skip, and a jump away. Pro tip: skip dessert at the restaurant and go to Swensen's ice cream across the street!
2000 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109 Website -
Burma Love
Burmese · Steps from our hotelsThe tea leaf salad is a must-try, along with Burmese-style curries and noodles.
8 Mint Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94103 Website -
Gao Viet Kitchen & Bar
VietnameseA little fusion and controversial, a little elevated, and very much big and bold Vietnamese flavors. Portion sizes are humongous.
1900 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122 Website -
Good Good Culture Club
Asian-InspiredBold, modern Southeast Asian-inspired plates in a vibrant setting. The cocktails are amazing and they have Happy Hour daily. (There's also Halo Halo and Bibingka on the dessert menu — iykyk.)
3560 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94110 Website -
Little Shucker
SeafoodCharming seafood spot with a focus on fresh oysters and coastal classics. Located in Pac Heights, this is a great spot to eat out and then walk around the shops on Fillmore.
2016 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115 Website -
Kin Khao Thai Eatery
ThaiModern, authentic Thai flavors reimagined with Bay Area ingredients. Oh, yeah, and also one Michelin-starred.
55 Cyril Magnin St, San Francisco, CA 94102 Website -
Seven Hills
ItalianIn a neighborhood (Russian Hill) full of outstanding Italian restaurants, Seven Hills stands out, in the best of ways.
1896 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109 Website -
Zuni Café
CalifornianIt sounds wild, but their $75 wood-fired roasted chicken for two (with warm bread salad) lives up to the hype.
1658 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102 Website
Upscale + Destination Dining
Perfect for a special occasion, dinner out with visitors, or when you're ready to go all in on the experience.
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Foreign Cinema
Californian-MediterraneanAn iconic San Francisco restaurant in an iconic San Francisco neighborhood (the Mission), featuring outdoor film screenings.
2534 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110 Website -
Kokkari Estiatorio
GreekDelicious Greek food with flavorful and inventive seafood options located near the waterfront.
200 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94111 Website -
Izakaya Rintaro
JapaneseSeasonal Japanese small plates in a warm, wood-lined space that feels like Tokyo by way of SF. If you choose to do their set menu option, make sure you come hungry — it's a lot of food (and it's insanely good).
82 14th St, San Francisco, CA 94103 Website -
Liholiho Yacht Club
AsianWe are big fans of this Asian women-owned eatery, particularly their outstanding prix fixe menu.
871 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109 Website -
The Progress
CalifornianInventive, seasonal dinner menu in a dramatic and design-forward space. Pro tip: you can order half portions of some of their dishes if you want to try more things.
1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115 Website
Bakeries + Dessert
Sweet stops for a morning treat or an after-dinner detour.
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Arsicault
Bakery · Steps from our hotelsHighly rated bakery known to be one of the best in the Bay Area and beyond. We recommend Francis' favorites: almond croissants and kouign amann.
87 McAllister St, San Francisco, CA 94102 Website -
b. patisserie
BakeryWill's favorite patisserie in San Francisco, known for their delicious Parisian and Viennese-style baked items. Pro tip: go for the chocolate banana almond croissant and take a walk to nearby Alta Plaza Park.
2821 California St, San Francisco, CA 94115 Website -
Bob's Donuts
DonutsThis super popular donut spot has two locations, with the original being open 24 hours a day. Our favorites: their famous apple fritter and cake crumb donut!
1720 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109 Website -
Hot Cookie
CookiesSan Francisco's super gay, somewhat PG-rated cookie store! Now in two locations and perfect for an after-bar treat.
407 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114 Website -
Swensen's
Ice CreamOur favorite local ice cream shop, with the best Cookies 'n Cream you've ever had. Trust us.
1999 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109 Website