Restaurants near Kensington

“Delicious food. Amazing service. And great portions. We got the poke bowls; they were great!! We also got the 3 amigos special roll, green tea, miso soup, and salmon nigiri. All amazing!! Our server was nice, quick, and very attentive. Always making sure our tea was hot and we were well covered. A couple outdoor tables, and a good amount of indoor. Tons of take out action. They have cool purple rice as a signature. And the fish was very tasty! Highly recommend. There is a good sized parking lot next to the restaurant. Just be sure to park with caution; the neighboring Ace hardware brings a lot of turn over of large work trucks that have some challenges with the parking lot. This is a great spot!!Vegetarian options: Tons of veg optionsDietary restrictions: Tons of veg optionsParking: Street parking and a lot both free!Kid-friendliness: Yes!Wheelchair accessibility: A bit tight, but I believe it is Ada compliant”

“Excellent pizza, cute atmosphere, and good service. The Neopolitan pizza (i.e., The Benchmark) was excellent as was the caesar salad. Been here twice — the first time the pizza crust was a bit hard, so I wish they would make it fluffier Italian-style, but the second time it was more on-point. Would go again!”

“Marc and team catered our wedding at the Brazilian Room, and we were extremely happy with both the planning process and the food/support on the day itself. The Arlington team are clearly pros at working in the Brazilian room - and had everything set up quickly and efficiently day-of - even though we had a shorter evening slot. The food was very good (especially the grilled salmon and pesto pasta) - everyone went back for seconds and we got many compliments! Marc was transparent and easy to work with throughout, and we thought pricing was reasonable compared to other vendors we looked at. Would highly recommend!!”

“My favorite coffee place by far. Coffee itself isn’t my favorite, but the chai lattes are awesome!! I go here a little too often and the servers are so friendly and nice. Morning buns and chai lattes are the best.”

“This place has an amazing menu, served in record time by the friendliest staff. We have been going here for years and have never left less than satisfied. Their bad days are better than good days for most placesKid-friendliness: My kids love this place.”

“I've only tried their turkey, roasted red pepper, arugula, pesto... but it's amazing!!! All of the ingredients are fresh and the turkey is carved to order. The service is also on point. Incredibly kind and offers amazing recommendations like the chipotle mayo *chefs kiss*. Just found my go to spot for sandwiches/lunch.”

“We loved it. The food was delicious and reminded us of our UK vacation. We plan to return oftenKid-friendliness: We didn't bring kids but observed several kids eating and enjoying themselves”

“Wow- just discovered this gem recently- purchased some yummy chicken soup and crackers. Went back today for more soup and a slice of their quiche lorraine..an incredibly interesting selection of great things to eat as well as coffee. If in the area, I would definitely stop and take a look.I travel from Piedmont as they offer delighst you cannot fins elsewhere in one spot!.”

“Excellent food. I was worried it would be too Hawaiian and predictable, absolutely not. The only item that wasn't amazing was the baked Hawaii. It wasn't bad, just not great.One of our new favorite restaurants.”

“Going to a show, this is a great place to stop before the show. Just make sure you make a reservation, without one you’ll end up on the waitlist. The servers are great about asking what time your show is to make sure you’re out on time. Unfortunately, we felt ignored at the bar for way too long. We were there almost 15 min before we got a drink, and this is a lifetime when you’re sitting at the bar that holds 11 people total. Food was very good! The raclette foam could have had more raclette flavor, but I am just a good old cheese head. The duck was absolutely worth the order, I love this rich meaty dish and the way the pom seeds cut through the heaviness and add a burst of palate cleansing between each bite.”

“If you want to try Filipino food in a different way, this is the best restaurant for you.Try ube colada.. it is good, but does not go well with pork adobo. The SING KING taste great!”

“We wandered into the Ferry Building looking for a heated outdoor space to dine and lucked into Hog Island Oyster Co.! The mussels with summer squash and leeks came in bearnaise-like cream sauce that matched perfectly with the braided sourdough. The clam chowder was filled to the brim with in-shell steamed clams and a luscious, light chowder. While pricey, the fish and chips were London-worthy. We’ll be back ASAP!”

“We had a great dinner here for our first visit. Emma and staff were great. Food was legit. Price points are very fair. Will be back. One thing. I would love to see a tip line on the credit card receipt. I know there is a service charge included in the bill, but if I have a solid experience, and want to leave a little extra $$, I have that option.”

“Been here a few times for drinks or a happy hour and SF Wine Society is a gem. It has a fun bocce court, is well decorated with a sense of atmosphere, and the folks here really know a lot about wine. And as random a compliment as this is to give, the bathroom here is seriously decadent, beautifully designed and fancy??? I think that alone is a testament to the care put into this place. All the food is really delicious so I recommend getting something to go along with your drinks!”

“Fantastic dinner and drinks! Small tapas-style dishes with fantastic flavor and plating. Drinks are gorgeous and delicious. Staff was very friendly and provided excellent service. Highly recommend!”

“Seven Hills opens their kitchen and welcomes you into their home. The truffle pasta is what my boyfriend and I come back for every single time. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and the food is made so fresh. Truly incredible tasty date night spot — book ahead of time for sure as it does get busy. The polpette is a must try as well, the sauce is incredible”

“This is a cute spot for a date night!Seems like on weekends it gets busier and booked up so we went for a later reservation.The vibe an interior is cozy and intimate.The service was great: friendly and helpful with recommendations.We all agreed the pasta was good and all got finished!Appetizers were good but not great--maybe some more options there would be nice.”

“7 mushroom mousse must order. Beans apppetiEr was a bit too spicy. Crispy mushroom entree was really good. Tofu egg noodles was very very good. Market fish curry less good.”

“Got me some a few months ago. This is clearly the best focaccia I’ve ever had. The hype is real. I tried plan, onion and pizza. All chopped into bags for me. All just amazing, maybe even addictive.”

““Fusion” omakase. Expensive but very well executed, everything we were served was delicious. I recommend sitting at the sushi bar to get the full experience, our chefs at tables 9 and 10 were fun and engaging throughout service. The sake omakase was underwhelming, but YMMV, our drinks server was busy as he was serving the entire joint, on a different night, it might have been better.”

“Just go. It's amazing. I'd be surprised if they didn't get a third michelin star this year. Every dish was delicious. I have celiac and they did a wonderful job with thoughtful modifications that honored the original intent of the dishes.We did the wine pairing and same thing. Just do it. The service was SO good. We felt so welcome. Seriously, they're doing a fantastic job.Dietary restrictions: Celiac was accommodated very well. They said allium allergies are the only thing they couldn't really handle.”

“We had a great meal at Brenda's. The beignets were really good. So was the beef grillades and the pork belly with cheddar grits. The portion size was appropriate and it was very tasty.”

“Strong, if not quite impeccable service, good ambiance. The excellent staff and stellar food push it over the top though. The menu isn't overly complicated, but everything was executed extremely well, with exceptional care and attention to detail. The ingredient choices are thoughtful, timely, and combined insightfully to highlight multiple elements in every dish. Bravo, Niku!”

“Excellent service! Recommend Peking Duck, whole crab with vermicelli & prime steak with mushrooms. Excellent veggie (Yu Chou) stir fried with garlic cloves. Food was well seasoned but not salty nor greasy. Small'ish dining room so reservations are a must”

“This is my very favorite place to eat in the Bay Area. My husband and I always feel like we are absolute criminals when we eat here because we don't believe there can actually be food this good. Everything is perfect in this place, from the drinks, to the apps, to the coffee at the end of the meal. Definitely eat here. When you are done and on the way home, you will feel thrilled and victorious like you have stolen your own car!”

“The best italian food in the city in my opinion! You need to make reservations well in advance but they’ve also been able to accommodate us at the bar when we walk in which is just as nice, so definitely recommend that if you’re a party of one or two. The bread is delicious, their classic ravioli is a must-try, and the gnocchi was also amazing. Indoor and outdoor seating are both super nice and comfortable, and we’ve gone for both lunch and dinner and they’re equally great experiences!”

“One of the better pizza places in SF. We ordered the spicy grandma pizza (4/5) and the cheese garlic bread (3/5). Just FYI - the garlic bread has full garlic cloves ?.Parking is a bit difficult to find depending on when you go. Also, I don't think they have a reservation system. You just need to add yourself to the wait-list online probably 30 mins before you plan to go there. Really recommend you get added to the wait-list else the wait times can be really long.Although the pizza was a bit expensive, it was tasty and I definitely plan to come back to taste the other items on the menu.Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options to choose from.”

“Came here for drinks and appetizers. Amazing crispy catfish salad (so bright, balanced, savory, herbaceous) and the mak grut (keffir lime leaf) cocktail was one of the best cocktails I’ve ever tasted—complex, fragrant, refreshing and just delicious. As a person with Thai ancestry who is picky about his Thai food, I definitely recommend this place for a creative spin on Thai food that still respects the proper balance of flavor, at very least based on the two things I tasted!Great service and atmosphere as well. Can’t wait to come back and have a full meal.”

“We had the best time at Sorella! The food was amazing and we left feeling full. The cocktails were perfectly balanced and delicious and the wine recommendations we had paired with our meal so well. Our favorite part about the dinner though was the service! Our waiter was extremely attentive but not over bearing. He was also hilarious which added to the experience! Everyone was so respectful and happy. Truly a great experience- we will be back!”

“AMAZING, fresh, yummy, terrific vibe, not loud. So much funWait staff are extremely attentive. Good spot for a date, solo at sushi bar or smallish 4-8 group dining. Steet parking or $20 for secure lot next door.Vegetarian options: Everything”