From April 10 to 19, 2026, San Francisco Restaurant Week returns for its annual ten-day run. Organized by the Golden Gate Restaurant Association - a nonprofit that has been supporting San Francisco's independent restaurant community for decades - the event brings together hundreds of restaurants under one format: prix-fixe menus at fixed prices, available for brunch, lunch, and dinner across every neighborhood in the city.

For ten days, restaurants that are normally hard to book or hard to justify on a regular weeknight become genuinely accessible. That's the straightforward value of Restaurant Week.

Every participating restaurant offers a set menu so you know exactly what you're paying before you sit down. Beverages, tax, and gratuity are not included.

Brunch / Lunch (2+ courses): $10, $15, $25, $35, or $45

Dinner (3+ courses): $30, $45, $60, $75, or $90

Restaurants can join at one or more price points. The full list and menus are now live at sfrestaurantweek.com.

3rd Cousin on Cortland Avenue is a small, intimate restaurant from chef Greg Lutes where California cooking meets global influences through tasting menus that change with the seasons. The format here is deliberate - five to ten courses, a separate vegan menu, and a focus on local ingredients and unexpected flavor combinations. The soft-shell crab, when it's in season, is the dish people come back for. A good pick for a special dinner when you want the kitchen's full attention on every plate.

Menu Highlights

Porcini Mushroom & Truffle Ravioli: Handmade ravioli with porcini, truffle, and Reggiano - creamy, earthy standout.

Lobster Risotto: Poached lobster salad variation with melon, prosciutto, sunflower - buttery, fresh seafood rice.

Hamachi Crudo: Hamachi with namasu, yuzu buttermilk, green strawberry, ogo seaweed, lemon basil - bright, citrusy sashimi-style.

Snap Pea & Kale Fritter: Fritter with Toma cheese, mint tzatziki - crispy veggie bite.

Grilled Tofu (Vegan): Tofu with baby carrots, Brussels sprouts, smoked date-tamarind - hearty plant-based main.

Drinks

Detailed drinks limited; optional pairings: Traditional Wine, YOLO. A la carte: Housemade focaccia with Italian EVOO/parmesan fonduta pairs well.

Located inside the Kimpton Alton Hotel, Abaca is one of the city's most recognized Filipino restaurants - it made The New York Times list of best restaurants back in 2022 and has stayed busy ever since. Chef Francis Ang and pastry chef Vince Bugtong, both James Beard Award nominees, work with California ingredients to produce modern Filipino cooking that doesn't fit any stereotype. The lobster bisque, Lola's Pork Lumpia, black cod, and Dungeness crab salad are all worth ordering. The space is bright and airy with an open patio. Fisherman's Wharf has better dining than its reputation suggests, and Abaca is the proof.

Menu Highlights

Lola's Pork Lumpia: Crispy spring rolls with seasoned pork filling - signature family recipe, golden and savory.

Blue Fin Tuna Tartare: Fresh tuna tartare with Filipino accents - bright, luxurious starter.

Grilled Monterey Squid: Squid grilled with coastal flair, paired with chicken thigh satti - smoky seafood hit.

Short Rib: Tender braised short rib, Filipino-style - rich, melt-in-mouth comfort.

Dungeness Crab Salad: Local crab in fresh salad - sweet, briny West Coast classic.

Acquolina sits in the heart of North Beach and leans into the theatrics of Italian cooking - most notably the cacio e pepe prepared tableside inside a large parmesan wheel. It's the kind of move that sounds gimmicky until you taste it. The menu covers Tuscan classics: bruschetta, lasagna, pizza, and pasta made in-house. The atmosphere gets lively in the evenings, which fits the neighborhood.

Menu Highlights

Cacio e Pepe tableside: Freshly made in a massive Parmigiano-Reggiano wheel - creamy, peppery spectacle.

Polpette: Italian-style meatballs in San Marzano tomato sauce with basil pesto - savory, golden crowd-pleaser.

Rigatoni Boscaila: Rigatoni with sausage, mushrooms, and creamy sauce - hearty Tuscan comfort.

Neapolitan Pizza: Wood-fired pies with classic toppings - blistered crust, authentic flavors.

Bruschetta: Toasted bread with fresh tomatoes, basil, olive oil - simple seasonal starter.

Alexander's is a steakhouse with a Japanese accent. The kitchen runs on dry-aged American beef alongside genuine Wagyu and Kobe cuts, and chef Jared Montabano has built in Asian influences throughout the menu. The eight-course omakase offers a different angle on what a steakhouse can be. The ribeye and porterhouse are the classics here, but the bone marrow with escargot and truffle mashed potatoes are worth ordering as starters. The room is formal, the service is precise, and the prices reflect both. Restaurant Week brings the prix-fixe at $75 or $90 - one of the better opportunities to try this kitchen without building your own check from scratch.

Menu Highlights

Bone Marrow with Escargots: Roasted marrow bones topped with garlic-herb escargots.

Wagyu Ribeye: Japanese/American Wagyu ribeye, perfectly seared with intense marbling.

Porterhouse for Two: Bone-in porterhouse blending strip and tenderloin.

Truffle Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes infused with truffles.

Lobster Bisque: Velvety lobster soup with cognac.

The "a Mano" translates as "by hand," which covers the philosophy accurately. Fresh pasta is made daily, pizza dough is prepared from scratch, and the cocktails get the same treatment. The space is open and a bit noisy, which suits the neighborhood and the food - this is a place for sharing plates, not quiet conversation. Grilled cauliflower, pizza, pasta - the menu is focused and consistent. Lunch here at $25 is one of the more honest value propositions in the Restaurant Week lineup.

Menu Highlights

Salsiccia Pizza: Fennel-chili pork sausage, Niçoise olives, provolone, parmesan, prosciutto - bold, meaty pie.

Burrata: Creamy burrata with funghi conserva, crostini.

Meatballs: Housemade meatballs in rich sauce - classic Italian comfort.

Ragu Pasta: Slow-cooked meat ragu over fresh pasta.

Arancini: Saffron, mozzarella, oregano, tomato conserva - crispy fried rice balls.

Azucar has been running in SOMA since 2011 with a straightforward offer: Mexican street food, Latin cocktails, and a lounge atmosphere that works equally well for a casual dinner or the start of a longer evening. The room has couches, low lighting, and the kind of energy that doesn't take itself too seriously. Tacos, burritos, taquitos, house-made infusions in the drinks. At $15 for lunch and $30 for dinner, it's the most affordable entry point in the Restaurant Week lineup and an easy choice for a weekday meal.

Menu Highlights

Tacos: Street-style tacos with fillings like carne asada, al pastor, or fish - fresh tortillas, bold salsas.

Taquitos: Crispy rolled tacos with guac, crema, and cotija - crunchy crowd-pleaser.

Burritos: Loaded with rice, beans, protein choices like chicken or carnitas - portable SoMa staple.

Veggie Nachos: Tortilla chips with melted cheese, jalapeños, beans - Wednesday special favorite.

Guacamole: Fresh avocado with lime, cilantro, chips.

Barcha sits inside an office building on Market Street - not a promising address, but the interior makes you forget you're in the Financial District. The design pulls from North African art and antiques, and the menu draws from Turkey, Tunisia, and Spain through a tapas format: small plates meant for sharing. Kebabs, couscous, fresh seafood. The restaurant shifts from business lunch crowd during the day to wine bar in the evening. A solid option for after-work dining with a $75 dinner prix-fixe.

Menu Highlights

Persian Rice: Fragrant basmati with saffron and crispy tahdig crust.

Fattoush Salad: Crispy pita, seasonal veggies, sumac dressing.

Beef Skewers: Charred beef kebabs with yogurt sauce - smoky, tender protein.

Chicken Shawarma: Spiced chicken wraps or plates with garlic sauce - juicy street-food vibe.

Lamb Meatballs: Spiced lamb with tomato-harissa sauce.

Beretta has been a Mission District fixture since 2008, which in San Francisco restaurant terms means it has earned its place. The room is dark and comfortable, the cocktail program is taken seriously, and the pizza - thin crust, seasonal toppings, properly made - is what most people come for. The menu covers Italian comfort food made with organic and seasonal ingredients where possible. There's a large patio that fills up quickly on warm evenings. Order several plates and share. Dinner prix-fixe at $45.

Menu Highlights

Focaccia: Parmesan, extra virgin olive oil, chili flakes.

Cavoletti: Roasted Brussels sprouts, garlic, shallots, sage, saba, capers, parmesan - crispy veggie favorite.

Walnut Bread & Burrata: Burrata with truffle honey, chives - creamy, sweet contrast.

Thin Crust Pizza: Blistered pies with creative toppings.

Pasta: Housemade options with seasonal sauces - hearty Italian mains.

Blue Plate sits on Mission Street and serves updated American classics with Mediterranean touches, built around seasonal Northern California produce. The room is relaxed and the prices are reasonable for the neighborhood. The roast chicken is the dish that gets mentioned in nearly every review - it is well-executed and a reason to visit on its own. The meatloaf, beet salad, mac and cheese, and daily fish specials are all reliable. A neighborhood restaurant in the best sense: somewhere you can go on a Tuesday without an occasion.

Menu Highlights

Fried Chicken: Crispy buttermilk fried chicken with grilled scallion potato salad - signature crowd favorite.

Blue Plate Meatloaf: Housemade meatloaf with mashed potatoes, blue lake green beans.

Grilled Hanger Steak: Grilled hanger with papas al mano, jimmy nardello peppers, horseradish aioli, charred onion chimichurri.

Mac and Cheese: Creamy baked macaroni with multiple cheeses.

Winter Chicories & Pear Salad: Seasonal chicories, pears, and bright vinaigrette - fresh starter.

Brenda's opened when chef Brenda Buenviaje found an empty diner on Craigslist and turned it into one of the city's most consistently packed restaurants. The cooking blends French, Creole, and Southern traditions - a combination that sounds unusual and works completely. The fried chicken is made to a secret recipe, the beignets with crawfish are the dish most people can't stop talking about, and the Breakfast Club menu offers $5 sandwiches that are considered some of the best breakfast value in the city. Brunch prix-fixe at $35, dinner at $45. Expect a wait even with a reservation on busy mornings.

Menu Highlights

Crawfish Beignets: Fried dough pillows stuffed with crawfish - crispy, spicy seafood bites.

Fried Chicken & Waffle: Buttermilk fried chicken atop fluffy waffles with maple syrup - signature brunch star.

Shrimp & Grits: Creamy cheddar grits with grilled shrimp - hearty Creole comfort.

Chicken and Andouille Gumbo: Rich gumbo with okra, rice, scallions - soulful bowl classic.

Collard Greens: Slow-cooked greens with smoky flavor.

Burma Love is the younger sibling of Burma Superstar and has developed its own following. Located in SOMA near Chase Center, it works as a pre-show dinner or a standalone meal any night of the week. The tea leaf salad is the dish to order first - fermented tea leaves, mixed nuts, seeds, and crispy beans in a combination that doesn't resemble anything else on a San Francisco menu. Beyond that: samusa soup, mohinga noodle soup with catfish, Burmese curry, and cocktails with Southeast Asian influences. Lunch at $35, dinner at $75.

Menu Highlights

Tea Leaf Salad: Fermented tea leaves with tomatoes, garlic, nuts, seeds, dried shrimp - crunchy, tangy signature.

Mohinga: Catfish chowder noodle soup with lemongrass, banana trunk - iconic Burmese breakfast-turned-main.

Coconut Curry Soup: Creamy yellow curry with chicken or veggies.

Samusa Soup: Samosa soup with crispy pastries, lentils, potatoes.

Garlic Noodles: Stir-fried noodles with garlic, soy, scallions - addictive umami side.

Café de la Presse has been open since 2003 at the edge of Chinatown and the Financial District, and it has the feel of a place that knows exactly what it is. The interior runs to 1930s French brasserie details, the terrace faces the street, and the menu covers the classics: escargot, pâté, Niçoise salad, croque monsieur, coq au vin. The deviled eggs with caviar are a small dish worth ordering. A good option for a long lunch rather than a quick one. Lunch prix-fixe at $35.

Café de la Presse at 352 Grant Ave in San Francisco's Union Square (near Chinatown gates) is a classic French bistro since 2005, blending Parisian tabac charm with 1930s decor, outdoor terrace, and newsstand vibes. Perfect for breakfast croissants, business lunches, or evening wine.

Menu Highlights

Escargots: Garlic-herb snails in classic shells - garlicky, buttery bistro staple.

Croque Monsieur: Ham and Gruyère grilled sandwich with béchamel - gooey French comfort.

French Onion Soup: Caramelized onions, Gruyère croutons - rich, cheesy classic.

Tarte Provençale: Crispy flatbread with tomatoes, basil, pesto, Niçoise olives, parmesan.

Salade Niçoise: Tuna, eggs, potatoes, green beans, olives - fresh Provençal salad.

Make a reservation - popular dinner spots fill up within days of the announcement.

Many participating restaurants are located near BART stations, so it’s easy to combine two or three meals in different neighborhoods in one day.

Always check the exact menu at sfrestaurantweek.com before booking, as not every restaurant participates at every price point.