Food Lover's Guide to San Francisco

by Claudia posted to Food & Drink | 6,107 views

Looking for a new restaurant or wine bar? Follow me on my new "foodie" adventures around the Bay Area. Feel free to make new suggestions. Once I've visited the place I'll add it onto my list.

Alexander's Steakhouse

Alexander's Steakhouse is a reinterpretation an American restaurant mainstay, infusing traditional steakhouse fare with creative Asian, techniques and influences.

Very friendly environment. If you plan on going-all-out..this is the place for you!

Don Pisto's

Don Pisto's is a Mexican Street Food sylish restaurant in the Heart of North Beach, San Francisco.

Loved this place! They have great food. I highly recommend the mussels with chorizo, very tasty. They are known for the "hamburguesa" but I wasn't a fan of it. I'd stick with the shrimp or fish tacos. Went here on a friday night and the wait was about an hour. They take reservation for 6 or more. I'm definitely going back to this place!

Moshi Moshi

Hidden gem of a place. There are two rooms, one brightly lit and normal looking then there is a darker more romantic bar area as well. Good way to separate people on dates and families coming in with kids.

Great food, great ambiance and great people. Fun place to go with a group of friends or on a date.

Hahn's Hibachi

Hahn's Hibachi is the San Francisco Bay Area's premier Korean BBQ restaurant, with some of the most unique and delicious creations available in Korean cuisine. There are currently 8 locations to serve you in the Bay Area.

I tried the Beboppin' Bibimbop and really enjoyed this meal. The portions are pretty big so come hungry or split with a friend :)

Solstice

This place has a lot of great food items on their menu. Beef Sliders, Mac n' Cheese, Brussel Sprouts etc. They also have a good selection of wine. Great place to go for a date or just to go out with a group of friends. They have a lounge area for parties.

Mama's

Serving breakfast on North Beach's Washington Square Park since Mama and Papa Sanchez first opened their door 50 years ago.

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One word: Delicious! I loved the food here and would HIGHLY recommend coming here. You will not be disappointed with the food other than the long line. Be sure you aren't hungry on your way over there. You will most likely have to wait about 1 hour or more.

Krista: On my SF bucketlist! I can't believed I've lived in the city for over a year and haven't made it here yet.

Divino

DIVINO Restaurant serves delicious, authentic Italian cuisine in Belmont, CA.

Loved this place! Tried their "Sedanini", that had homemade sausage in a cream sauce and the Bistecca dish. This is my new fav Italian place close to home.

Gracias Madre - Organic Mexican Cuisine

Finally, Gracias Madre celebrates the richness of Mexican culture and foods that so beautifully shape the neighborhood of the Mission.

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I ordered the sweet potato quessadilla, the tacos, the quacamole and had the sangria. All were really delicious meals and the sangria was better than Cha Cha Cha's. I'd recommend this place for beginner Vegans. It was my first time trying it.

Jackie: I went here this weekend and it was really good

Jackie: We got the cauliflower baked appetizer - it was yummy. Then I ordered the butternut squash tamal "mojado" and I also ordered a mojito. The mojito was really sweet but still good and the dinner was delicious.

Ottimista Enoteca-Café

Ottimista Enoteca-Cafe is a wine bar in the Italian tradition located in San Francisco, California.

I came here with a friend on a Friday night and loved the atmosphere and food. It's small and intimate and the crowd can be a little older but there's nothing wrong with that :) Had the pizza, arancini, and of course wine!

Luna Park

Luna Park strives to bring its guests delicious, creative food and a one-of-a kind cocktail experience amidst a unique, trendy atmosphere. They are located in the Valencia district of San Francisco.

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I used a Yelp coupon to go here and had a great time. The french toast, chilaquiles, egg sandwich and fresh fruit were amazing! I'm def going back to this place. They also have bottomless mimosas if you're in the mood for a morning/afternoon drink.

Claudia: Love this place!

Cafe Meuse Wine Bar

Cafe Meuse Wine Bar - Open 7 days a week at 5pm - Description: Happy Hour Every day 5-7pm $2 off any glass of wine $3 draught beers Monday Night- 25% off ALL bottles of wine - Public Transit: Powell-Hyde Cable car Various Muni bus lines |...

Loved the music here! They played a nice mix of salsa and merengue which I was not expecting. I initially came here for the wifi but it was VERY slow. Service was also a bit slow but with the right crowd you'll have a fun time.

Limon Restaurant

Limon is located in the heart of the Mission, a multicultural neighborhood in San Francisco. Limon showcases a mouth watering menu featuring Peruvian cuisine coupled with a sophisticated ambiance. We invite you to come experience a memorable evening....

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This is one of my favorite places to enjoy with the family. I come from a bolivian background and some of the dishes are similar to those of Limon. I love the empanadas and the lomo saltado here.

Larissa: OOh, I love lomo saltado and haven't tried it here. Where else do you go for good lomo, any good places down here?

Rosario: great suggestion, I saw on the "Eye on the Bay"

Ben Tre

Vietnamese Homestyle Cuisine. Making it their mission to make healthy, delicious, cherished meals for their customers.

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I've gone here for lunch and loved their food. I would highly recommend checking out the "Bun Cha Gio Thit". They have decent sized portions that you can save for another meal. There is outside patio seating for a nice sunny day in South City.

Jackie: So yummy! Good Pho too!

Jackie: AND they are very nice and fast here.

Barbacco Eno Trattoria

barbacco eno trattoria - Reservations are welcome, just keep in mind most of our seating capacity is comprised of counter space and shared communal tables.We also save room everyday for smaller walk-in parties. - Description: Lunch Take out available...

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I love their arrancinis! Takes me back to living in Italy. They have a great wine collection and a tasteful menu. Definitely taste their 'nduja if you love salame.

Larissa: Love their olive oil cake with cherry dessert, iPad wine menus and communal tables - good call!!

Esperpento

Esperpento is a SF tapas restaurant located in the Mission on 22nd St (between Bartlett St & Valencia St)

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The food is delicious, the service is great, and they have AWESOME sangria!

Claudia: Love this place! They have really good sangria and tapas all at a reasonable price.

El Farolito Taqueria- Mission District, San Francisco

El Farolito Taqueria, San Francisco, South San Francisco, Oakland, Rohnert Park, San Jose, Santa Rosa, Concord, California, serving excellent mexican food

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Love the quesadillas and burritos. Definitely worth the wait and they are not expensive. If you're in the mood for good tacos then La Taqueria is the place to go.

Jackie: YES!! I love this place! Burritos are delicious here! I am craving Mexican food so bad looking at this list :)

Indi: Good to know - I always end up at Pancho Villa, which I don't love... :(

Nick's Crispy Tacos

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This is another place in SF that I like to go to get some yummy "La Taqueria inspired" tacos. And they are definitely a bit cheaper - especially on Taco Tuesday. They have yummy elotes too ;)

Claudia: If you're looking for a quick meal with friends this is a fun place to go to. Their tacos taste almost similar La Taqueira in the Mission

La Taqueria

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The tacos are delicious! That is pretty much all I have tried as far as food and they are great! The horchata and agua fresca are also delicious..fresh strawberries in the fresca drink :) Pretty pricey for tacos but a nice treat once in awhile.

Claudia: I would probably only go with their tacos, I tried the burrito and it wasn't that good.

Golden Boy Pizza Home Page

Golden Boy Pizza - Where it is Hip to be Square!

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Best pizza!! This has got to be a favorite of mine in the city..the line can go forever too. But it is worth the wait...especially after leaving the bars ;)

Claudia: Love this pizza! Best pizza I've had in city!

Zarzuela

Spanish Tapas located in Russian Hill

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Great place to enjoy some sangria and tapas. They have a variety to choose from. If you go in a bigger group be sure to try the paella.

Larissa: Great paella, tapas and cozy, laid back atmosphere.

Krista: I walk by this all the time - need to make it a point to eat here!

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Rosario Fernandez added:

 price is low and the servings are enough for two people. Fantastic french fries.

Redwood Creek Grill

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best chicken salad and BLT sandwich

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Rosario Fernandez added:

 great prices and great food

Il pollo restaurant

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Rosario Fernandez added:

 Because it's fantastic and it's in a great location.

Farina Restaurant

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Krista added:

 This place is to die for. The wait is long but they let you wander the neighborhood and will call your cell when your table is ready. The vegetarian Samusa soup and Tea Leaf Salad have been featured on the Food Network & are must try dishes. Also loved the sesame chicken and coconut rice. Yum!

Burma Superstar!

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Home of original Samusa Soup, Rainbow Salad, and Burma Cooler! Awarded for Best Burmese restaurant in the Bay Area.

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Beatriz Sandoval added:

 Not only is it a restaurant but it's an experience ! I love the ANKA’S ANGUS SLIDER from this restaurant and everything else. The decoration is a modern Hollywood style.. I love it!

Godfathers

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Best upscale gourmet burger restaurants in the Bay, if not the only one.

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Jackie added:

 When I worked in the financial district this was a favorite place to go to happy hour with the team. For every 2 drinks you get a free pizza! [Monday - Friday before 7p.m.] Good drinks, yummy pizza, and nice venue for groups.

Palio d'Asti

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Celebrating 21 Years of Italian Regional Cuisine….. & the Bounty of Northern California!

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Jackie added:

 This food is very yummy, the atmosphere is awesome and the decor is very funky/chic...big fan of this place! It gets crowded on the weekends though so keep that in mind if you want to take a date here ;)

Q Restaurant

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Funky american comfort food, at a SF richmond neighborhood restaurant, with great food, affordable prices and an extensive wine list.

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Jackie added:

 The food is delicious, the service is great, and they have AWESOME sangria!

Esperpento

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Esperpento is a SF tapas restaurant located in the Mission on 22nd St (between Bartlett St & Valencia St)

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Jackie added:

 This is another place in SF that I like to go to get some yummy "La Taqueria inspired" tacos. And they are definitely a bit cheaper - especially on Taco Tuesday. They have yummy elotes too ;)

Nick's Crispy Tacos

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Jackie added:

 The tacos are delicious! That is pretty much all I have tried as far as food and they are great! The horchata and agua fresca are also delicious..fresh strawberries in the fresca drink :) Pretty pricey for tacos but a nice treat once in awhile.

La Taqueria

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Jackie added:

 Best pizza!! This has got to be a favorite of mine in the city..the line can go forever too. But it is worth the wait...especially after leaving the bars ;)

Golden Boy Pizza Home Page

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Golden Boy Pizza - Where it is Hip to be Square!

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Jackie added:

 There are so many great Italian restaurants in the city but this one is pretty delicious.

Jackie added:

 Definitely one of my favorite restaurants! The food is really good and they have fresh fruit margaritas - delicious! The music and atmosphere are also very fun. It is a bar later in the night but a very fun and trendy place.

Velvet Cantina

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Velvet Cantina. Traditional Mexican and Latin Inspired Cuisine. 415-648-4142 3349 23rd St. @ Barlett Between Mission and Valencia.

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