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For a reliably good meal with a stunning view, both indoors and out in Palo Alto, it’s hard to beat this location of the North American chain.
For beautifully plated sushi and celebrity-status ambiance, head to this outpost of the global high-end institution.
The Embarcadero seafood restaurant is solid, but it’s the waterfront views that make going here worthwhile.
The Presidio location of Piccino serves excellent pizza, pasta, and brunch in a gorgeous space.
North Beach Restaurant’s menu of Italian food is solid, but the real pleasure of eating here is sinking into a slow and relaxed dinner.
A meal at this entirely-vegetarian institution in Fort Mason is an experience you should try at least once.
A meal at this Greek restaurant is uneven, but it’s a solid option for escaping the overrun tourist spots in Union Square.
Bix is an old-school American restaurant in Jackson Square that feels like you've time-traveled back to a 1930s nightclub.
This restaurant inside of the Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is a fancy option for a special occasion tasting menu.
Pasta Moon in Half Moon Bay serves great New England-style clam chowder and pasta in an upscale setting.
The old-school Italian spot in North Beach is a great place for a fun and lively dinner over solid pasta dishes.
The North Beach old-school restaurant serves solid pizzas and pasta alongside fantastic service.
Fior d’Italia is a great old-school Italian spot in North Beach that’s been around since 1886.
Kitchen Istanbul is a Mediterranean restaurant in the Richmond that serves fantastic Turkish food and great wine.
Nob Hill Cafe is a great old-school Italian spot that’s perfect for family dinners and date nights.
Sorrel’s Californian-Italian tasting menu may be fantastic, but its coldness undercuts the meal.
Presidio Kebab is a Mediterranean spot in Presidio Heights with big portions and excellent skewered meats.
