“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“
“Went to Scoma's for Restaurant Week 2024 and we were not disappointed! For people who don't know of Scoma's, its a classic San Francisco seafood restaurant on the pier. With the waiters still wearing white jackets and traditional wood panel walls, it encompasses everything you could recall from great restaurants from the past.Dinner was great, we started with a Dungeness crab cocktail, followed by a perfect bowl of clam chowder. Our main course was a fresh steamed Dungeness crab covered in a yummy garlic butter. And for desert we had one of the best cannoli I have ever had! The whole prefix dinner was $90 and worth every dime.“
“Alolo..Lolos! Well, here you can start a great tour of all the docks!! This is located on the side of the expressway. It is somewhat difficult to find free parking, but there are private ones at a cost.$$I liked that it is like a food court and inside there is this Oyster bar. In fact we started with an Oyster cocktail that has mix, Cajun sauce and an Oyster cherry!! Once we had put on our gloves, we entered into a clam chowder... but the time passed quickly. Recommended.“
“I don’t say this lightly. It was better than expected. Down to earth friendly people who serve some fantastic food. The highlight of my experience however was one of the waiters. Two of us ordered crab back. He brought us one. When we asked for another he said “honestly it’s pretty rich and I think one is enough. If you want another I can get you one but try that and tell me what you think first.” He was exactly right. It was perfect for two. Now, who does that in today’s world? Actually caring for the customer instead of selling another item and making more money. He didn’t upsell us because he knew his craft and he was a genuine guy. I respect that more than I can put in words. Class act and all around chill place. No pretense here. Normal guys serving exceptional food.“
“We had an amazing experience at Abrazo with our friends! We tried a lot of tapas and all of them were simply delicious. I would particularly recommend the charred octopus, croquetas, albondigas, and gambas. The paella was exceptional, it was one of the best I have ever had in the States. I enjoyed my Rioja a lot. The restaurant had a very lovely vibe and it reminded me of the restaurants in Madrid. The people were kind and the service was excellent. So, I would recommend Abraza to anyone around.“
“We were running a bit late but the owner was super accommodating and understanding and still accepted our reservation. On top of that the Staff are extremely friendly! Then we get to the food! It was phenomenal! We ordered several items and all were excellent! I have to say the Oysters were delicious but don't sleep on the fish-n-chips or the Crab sandwich!! All great!!“
“This is one of my favorites in the Marina. Constantly very high quality food. I almost don’t want to review it because I don’t want it to get too crowded. They are very close to getting a Michelin star! Omg get the pavlova for desert. Their fish is amazing too.“
“What an amazing experience, the cocktails are a great start, the garlic shrimp app was perfectly cooked, get extra bread you are likely going to want to soak up all of the broth. The seafood is exceptionally fresh and the venue is amazing right on the water. The service is top notch, thank you Gladys for a great experience.“
Italian • $$
“Hands down, literally the best dinner I've ever had! From the wine, to Bruschetta appetizer, to meat canneloni and the best tirimissu I've ever had. I'm remember this dinner for a long time! The service was unbeatable as well.. hidden gem!“
“What a wonderful, though pricey, lunch! We splurged and enjoyed every aspect of the experience. The caviar, Krug Champagne, oysters, and so forth paraded before us over the course of three hours. Of particular note is the fabulous wine list and the very helpful sommelier. We enjoyed a delicious Puligny-Montrachet, 2019.“
“This restaurant feels like it exists somewhere in between what could be a local haunt and a tourist trap. It has a versatile yet contained menu that has a little bit of something for everyone. The burrata appetizer was perfectly executed for a place that isn't designated Italian, and the salad offerings really stood out. I had the ahi tuna and for $20 wish I had a couple more pieces of Ahi but the flavors and seasoning were fantastic. I especially loved the little pieces of sushi style ginger mixed within - delicious. It should also be noted that the service was exceptional, toeing the line between attentive and breathable to a T. They even had an extra kale salad made by accident and brought it over complimentary as we waited for the last of our party to arrive. A+“
“We got the first table as you walk in the place and felt cozy and comfortable. The service was excellent and the food quite good. The chef's complimentary chocolate truffles for the restaurant's 10 year anniversary were excellent. We will certainly be back!Dietary restrictions: Our friend is gluten free and was happy with the available options.“
“We went for an early dinner yesterday, food was great and service by Shawn C was top notch. Sourdough rolls, butter, mussels in white wine, kids meals, Ciopinno, all delicious. The peach blossom cocktail was beautiful and yummy. Thank you for a great meal and excellent service!! We were seated next to a very loud group of six adults, and that was the only thing that wasnt great but thankfully they left shortly after we got our drinks ?“
“We were in town for just a few days and discovered this amazing dim sum on our last day…of course we had to heat there for lunch AND dinner. Everything we had was so fresh, and had a depth of flavor and authenticity that just isn’t that common. Do yourself a favor and eat here as soon as you can, and often.“
“So so belated.Going to the United States has always been a dream.This is a so belated review of Sotto Mare, because I didn't want it to end by leaving a review.We trudged in before 7pm on a weekday during the Xmas season 3 years ago. It was warm, cosy and the service staff was in the midst of changing shift. We saw the high fives, the banter which we only see in movies or tv shows. We sat, and ordered the seafood stew.... It was so good... Rich in broth, filled almost to the brim with subterranean friends, paied with rice.We loved it. Me and my partner thought it one of the ravishing highlights of our 4 nights in SF....maybe for once but thank you. Our one time in San Francisco, we dined and am so happy.“
“Honestly the best Italian place we’ve been in SF. We were looking for somewhere close so we decided to give it a shot and the service was amazing. I’ve never had such kind welcoming people at a restaurant. The food was also amazing and so quick. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for an Italian place.“
“The dinner prix fixe was stellar. Each dish was special and interesting, and balanced. The care that the staff gave us was personal and thoughtful, and they tailored to our dietary restrictions.Dietary restrictions: Extremely accommodating to dietary restrictions. Just share with your server!“
“Great food to enjoy in a great atmosphere, and the restaurant has great location, too. You can request for a window view to see the sea lion or patio view where you just enjoy the touristy atmosphere.Service is quick. Everyone moves fast. The food was all incredible!Vegetarian options: Some what recommend since they do have salad and vegan dishes.Kid-friendliness: Kid’s menu and high chairsWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair entrance and tables“
“Best peruvian food I've had. Everything was out of this world. The croquetas were different than I expected but better than I would imagine, best of the best. Food was worth every dollar. Service really set the example of professionalism and just the best.“
“Husband and I had dinner here, was seated according reservation, very polite and professional staff. food was delicious, husband had petite Filet Mignon, I ordered the special Bone in filet. Both were juicy and full of flavor. It was cooked according to preference, we both loved it. had some sides, creamy spinach and portabella mushrooms, perfect. with the steaks, enjoyed the garlic fries and bread with old fashions to start. We ended with dessert and coffee. would highly recommend for birthday, date night, or just because you want to enjoy a amazing steak. We ate here for the first time when it opened way back in early 2000's and it hasn't disappointed us at all. very consistent to who they are and what they serve. luv it!“
Beer Gardens • $$
“So fresh, the ingredients speak for themselves, complimented by tasteful accoutrement. Agua Fresca is no added sugar which was refreshing. The ceviche with salmon was unique, memorable with its mild use of orange for the acid, fantastic. The trout complimented the delicate dressing of the salad as expertly recommended by the cashier. Cool staff, fun space, drink while you wait!“
“Superb. Heading over Golden Gate to this beautiful coastal town & this gem of a restaurant. Grey, rainy skies could not dampen the warmth of the food, service & ambiance. Fresh seafood, chowder, prime rib, flavoursome sides (broccoli ‘chips’ are a must) and the sea bass… all cooked and presented to perfection. One of the highlights of our entire trip. Will return.“
Indian • $
“Indian food made and offered with love. Some of the best indian food I've had in any restaurant in the country, made with true love. Chef has decades of global experience and it showed in the flavors and the cooking. We had paneer tikka, daal makhani and ordered two thalis and loved the ability to choose our lentils and curry of choice. The daal makhani was heavenly. The paneer was mind blowing. The breads were soft, freshly made and very filling. We had kheer and rasmalai for dessert and everything was just perfect. Strongly recommend. Service was excellent.“
“Such a hidden gem - One of the best Thai restraunts Iv'e had in the Bay Area! They have a main menu that mostly contains the more standard Thai dishes that might see at a lot of other places. But they also have a hidden menu with some really unique Thai dishes that I haven't seen very often here but had when I visited Thailand and this brought back tons of memories! For the 2 of us, we got the fresh raw shrimp appetizer, papaya salad with blue crab, crab omlette, and stir fried morning glory. All the dishes were yum, but the first 2 were quite spciy! Servers are also super friendly and price is very reasonable for SF especially considering its location in the Marina. Highly recommend!“
“Visited here a few times on my last visit to San Francisco. Fantastic place with friendly Staff and a lovely waterfront view. The food is amazing as well, particularly the BBQ chicken wings which were absolutely lush! Definitely recommend and will be back on my next visit!“
“Attentive without hovering service. We went on a night where it was storming out so it was pretty quiet that day with only a few groups. The food is so good. I definitely enjoyed and would go back. They use every part of the cow which I love. Also I must admit after I had this meal I had the best sleep ever so whatever it was my body was loving it.“
“Can only comment on oysters, cocktails and ambiance. Super cute spot, cool bar top - great for photos - we took several. Oysters were great! Fresh and flavorful. Our friend even tried her first oyster here tonight. Cocktails were unique and delicious ~$16/each. But the main reason we will be back is due to the service of the bartender, Heidi. She was awesome - friendly, efficient and just gets it!“
“Had a dinner for a birthday celebration with family, sat “outside” in the Parklet (with heat lamps).Food:Crab cakes - great, loved the sauce.Bread order - tasty, olive oil was ??Ribeye- medium, cooked well.Porterhouse- rare, too much sauce used and didn’t love the grilled asparagus.Filet- medium, too well cooked for medium.Kale salad- way overdressed.Glass of Zin- perfect.Birthday cookie - lovely.Service was okay, fine. Struggled to take gift card as payment form.All in all, it was a good place for our small group to celebrate and we left pretty happy with it.“
“Everything was made to order. The Fish was fresh and the Tempura style batter deliciously crispy. I was in SF from Scotland and have ate plenty of Fish & Chips at home and during my trip and this was definitely the standout of all the places I tried in SF. I can not understand some of the other reviews about blandness. It's battered Fish & Chips folks.. and excellent at that.Portion Sizes excellent with plenty of fresh and crispy fries.“
“Stopped in for a drink on my husband's birthday, on our way to dinner. Shah, our bartender, was great at making drinks and at conversation. He talked us into trying their restaurant for dinner and made a reservation for us. He was charming. We were impressed with the care taken to ensure we had a nice evening. The food was delicious! We had the crudo (so fresh and delicious), a rib eye, and a whole branzino. The dessert was a crisp with ice cream, and it was so fresh and tasty. Everything was wonderful and we are definitely coming back. Thanks, Shah, for speaking up about how great Sam's is!“
“Visited San Francisco in June and didn't realize that's one of the coldest months to go. We went here everyday to get clam chowder and sourdough. Fantastic food. Lines were huge and a lot of the workers do not speak English so you really have to know how to maneuver through this. Coffee kind of blah.“
“Love this restaurant! First time here. Our party of 5 was warmly greeted at the door, then promptly seated even though we were 15 minutes early to our reservation. Tomas, our server, was on point the entire evening, coming by at just the right times; we felt very well taken care of. Cocktails were yummy, appetizers great, entrees delicious ~ authentic Italian menu that brought back great memories of our recent trip to Italy. Will definitely be back!“
“Very authentic, great food and pho, friendly service! I spent 1 month travelling in Vietnam a few years ago and this food is awesome! I had the pho tai and spring rolls, both excellent! The family vibe is really cool too, I enjoyed watching the TV with grandma, seriously!“
“We came to eat dinner at California Fish Market Restaurant because of seafood cravings and saw their menu had several seafood items. It didn't disappoint! First of all, the service was spectacular. The server gave us a lot of attention and even double checked whether or not one of the items (a roe pasta) we ordered would be okay for us after describing it. He offered to switch it out in case we didn't like it (we didn't have to - it was delicious).We ordered some raw miyagi oysters, the scallop crudo, a lobster roll, and a fish roe pasta. Everything was tasty. The lobster roll had a slight spicy kick to it, which was a bit different than I expected.The restaurant itself has a nice ambiance, with indoor and outdoor table seating as well as a bar area. Parking can be a little tough in the North Beach area but you can find parking if you don't mind walking a bit. Overall, good experience and would come back.Parking: Street parking around the neighborhood, mostly metered but free after 6pm and on Sundays.“
“Very nice dinner experience! We arrived 20 min before their kitchen closes and we were welcomed with a smile. The food and our server, Jose were amazing. Very good service, right on point. It’s hard to find places were the staff smiles and this is one of them. We appreciated ir.We had the zucchini pizza and the beets salad, both were tasty and good quality.The restaurant decor is cute. Music type was good as well as the volume.We will definitely come back if we are in the area. ?“
“I first came to Tommaso's in 1966 when a student at San Francisco State. Does anyone remember the SF Opera chorus lining the center table and singing? Or the drag queens from Finnochios? There was always a can of AquaNet in the men's restroom. What a great place!“
“My family and I visited the Bump Bar this week for a private experience. What we had was incredible. Deborah, John, and Ellen were amazing hosts. They gave us an education, and presented us with some incredible memories that I won't forget. Thank you so much for a beautiful Tuesday afternoon.“
“It is my first time to complain, I have always ordered food through Uber Eats and the presentation has been excellent and on 03/03/2024 I ordered dinner and it arrived so cold, a bad presentation, the taqueria-style food, I honestly did not like it, it always came better presented the lemon inside a bag so that the seeds do not come out, the food with something thermal so that it does not cool down quickly. And this time it was terrible, it was the worst delivery I received from the restaurant, I honestly felt very uncomfortable because it is not the first time We ordered food from Porto Fino ? and it wasn't the delivery person's fault because he arrived very quickly and was very efficient ?“
“Time and time again…. Over several years… we have always appreciated the amazing servers and incredible food. The specials are just that…. Special …. And should always be considered. This is our “go to” restaurant for a night out. Thank youKid-friendliness: People friendly….. which is even better than kid friendly“
“Popped in for dinner. Food and service were great. It was early evening--6pm and the room we were in was a little warm and bright with the sun coming in. The staff did lower the shades which helped a little, other than that highly recommed. Great place to have a nice Dungeness crab dinner.“
“We were treated to an exceptional dining experience! Every dish we savored arrived promptly, bursting with freshness and flavor. The attentive staff went above and beyond, ensuring our every need was met with genuine care. And oh, the garlic-infused delights were nothing short of spectacular! A culinary journey to remember, filled with great food, impeccable service, and unforgettable flavors! ?️?“
“I have been to this place for almost 20 years now halibut Florentine with veggies au gratin is good but don't expect a large piece of fish as it used to be. lots of cheese as part of the gratin more than anything. Veggies are very few also. went for lunch on a sunny day but it was cold inside.“
“On our last day in California, we decided to travel to quaint Sausalito for breakfast and a stroll along the seashore. Researching best places to eat, this cafe came up online. We’re glad we stopped. While we’ve noticed that most of the restaurants in this area are small, the Lighthouse Cafe made up for its size with their delicious food and great service! The staff is very attentive, immediately seating you, serving your beverage and taking your order. We sat at the breakfast bar and watched the food preparation in action. Hats off to the chef’s!! So organized and very well prepared. Thank you for an excellent breakfast and service! When in Sausalito, check out this place.“
“great place for some classic and not-so-classic sf seafood. i highly recommend that visitors get mike's crab wok, an asian twist on a sf staple. you could split it between two people, but one hungry person could definitely take it on. on the rest of the meal my dad says: "the seafood linguine was perfect, some of the best seafood i've ever had. i'd fly out here just to have it again." all the seafood is fresh and you can taste it. while i don't think the prices are all that worth it, i think it's a great spot for a special night out.our waitress was super helpful and gave us honest feedback on our ordering decisions, as well as offering a great dessert spot.it's worth noting that they offer sourdough as their table bread, something apparently hard to come by in the sourdough capital of the us.also worth noting: bathroom by the kitchen is haunted“
“Parking: There's a parking garage (best on in Chinatown and downtown) only a few steps away from the restaurant. The garage is on Kearny & Clay ( 733 Kearny St, SF CA 94108 ) and the rates aren't too bad.COST:Free 15 mins, 1hr - $4, and add $4/hr for any additional hours. $40ish for a day rate that kicks in after 12 hrs.“
“Saru Handroll provided a delightful dining experience with an array of handroll sushi options, including Fatty Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp Tempura, and Cucumber & Plum. The miso soup, edamame, and hot buckwheat tea complemented the meal perfectly in a stylish, modern setting.Noteworthy were the pre-meal wet tissue towels, a thoughtful touch for cleaning our hands after savoring the handroll sushi.However, it’s important to note that the set menu did not allow for substitutions. Minus one star off - as the sets have crab and shrimp; no sub-options available for people with seafood allergies.Despite this, Saru Handroll proved to be a charming spot suitable for various occasions, whether it’s a date night, girls’ night, or gathering with friends and family. I recommend it for both the flavors and the ambiance.“
“Good food, but not as good as I remember. Everything was well made, but I wasn't a fan of the seafood platter. It tasted very gamey. We got 2 apps, the garlic bread and the ceaser salad. Both were good. I got the seafood platter, and my girlfriend got the beef stroganoff, the special of the night. I think they should move it to the main menu as it was perfectly cooked and the flavors were immaculate. Nothing was overpowering, and the beef was tender. We also got the creme brulee and the apple pie. Both were good, but I was hoping for a crisper crust on the apple pie. Service was amazing.“
“This place saved me around 3pm today from hunger and low blood sugar grumpiness. I was at the Exploratorium and wanted to eat something there but all their food service was closed... So I walked out and I found this fancy restaurant... And luckily they have happy hour time and there's this amazing margarita pizza I ordered,, which is ONLY $10! I had a great time there. Sorry to the bartender, he must have thought I was weird bc I sat at the bar with my water bottle, and I paid by cash and didn't tell him to keep the change (I gave $15) until I heard he was counting coins ????“
“Great experience here. Came on a Saturday night around 6:30pm and as a group of 3 were seated in less than 10 mins (no reservation). All the food we are was great, and everything that came out at other tables looked good, too. Highly recommend the dry green beans, Kung pao prawn, and egg fried rice.Service was quick and attentive. They even have high chairs.Service fee of 18% is automatically added and they request no tipping.Will definitely be back next time I'm in the area!“
“The setting was nice ,but they could not seat us inside or on the porch. We were seated in a tent area outside and it was out of the sun and cold. We made a few trips to the car for jackets. The food was ok. My daughter got two fish tacos and they were great. My husband got the fish sandwich and it was nothing special. The prices were high for what we received. We are just passing through and aren't aware if the pricing is to be expected for the area. In my opinion this place is trying to be higher end craft food realm but hitting more in the run of the mill area.Kid-friendliness: They do have a kid menu.“