50 Best American Restaurants near Pacifica

1 The Shore Shack

4.4 Superb 51 Reviews

450 Dondee Way Suite 1, Pacifica

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“🥰🤩💋🧡LOVE IT!!”

2 City Grill

4.4 Superb 65 Reviews

1049 Terra Nova Blvd, Pacifica

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“Here on vacation, saw the reviews of this place, and so glad we stopped by to try. It's take out only, owned and operated by a nice couple. Family of 4 was only $58. The food was hot, tasty, and enough of a portion size to fill you up. We will definately come back next time we are in town.”

3 Sharp Park Restaurant

4.1 Good 124 Reviews

2600 Francisco Boulevard, Pacifica

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“I've been dining at this restaurant for club events for several years. Our club receives a varied menu: prime rib, Chicken Cordon Bleu, salmon or surf and turf. The price of our meals include wine, hors d'oeuvres, dessert and gratuity. That's pretty reasonable given today's expensive eateries. The staff is friendly, personable and professional. Food is prepared quickly and efficiently. I recommend this restaurant for small parties/groups. 😊”

4 Kenny's Cafe

4.6 Superb 237 Reviews

640 Crespi Drive Suite 1, Pacifica

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“Food was good. Staff was friendly and was always around when you need them. Will definitely come back and recommend”

5 Cafe Pacifica

4.6 Superb 152 Reviews

1821 Palmetto Avenue, Pacifica

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“Cute place, friendly service, nice atmosphere, great white hot chocolate.”

6 Moonraker

4.3 Superb 640 Reviews

105 Rockaway Beach Avenue, Pacifica

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“My son took me here for lunch - we’d been meaning to try it. We were very pleased - amazing view with tiered tables so other guests aren’t blocking the view. The service was exceptional and the food was delicious and nicely presented. As a nice addition, there was a pianist playing while we dined which added to the ambience. We will come back because it was such a nice treat. One of those places that makes me love living in California!”

7 Sunrise Cafe & Grill

4.2 Good 131 Reviews

1241 Linda Mar Shopping Center, Pacifica

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“Good breakfast place in Pacifica. The portions are satisfying and fresh. The ambiance is simple and like the classic small town diner; this is a good thing. Service is friendly and prompt, with several check-ins for more coffee. We’ve taken grandkids here to celebrate birthday breakfasts. Price can be high, but the quality is good. Plenty of parking.”

8 Humble Sea Brewing Co.

4.1 Good 163 Reviews

5560 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacifica

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“Humble Sea has become our spot. My husband and I keep finding excuses to come back - the rotating cider selection means there's always something new to try, and the veggie hot dogs on Mondays and Tuesdays are genuinely great (not an afterthought, an actual reason to show up those nights). And get the tater tots. So crispy. But the real reason we keep coming back is the people. The whole staff has a warm, unhurried vibe, and one of the employees, Taro, has basically become a buddy - he gives us the warmest welcome every time he sees us walk in. It's the kind of place that makes a neighborhood feel like home.”

9 Breakers Breakfast, Brunch, & Lunch

4.2 Good 908 Reviews

145 Rockaway Beach Avenue, Pacifica

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“Breaker’s is a great comfortable place to get a broad variety of “comfort food” at a reasonable price. Staff are very welcoming and attentive. Portions are definitely biased towards large. Our favorites are Crab Panini, Patty Melt, and Monte Christo. Definitely an affordable casual good quality restaurant close to picturesque scenery with numerous hiking trails.”

10 Mr. Pollo

4.9 Superb 130 Reviews

2823 Mission Street, San Francisco · 10.25 miles

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“Absolutely phenomenal dining experience for my husband and I. Misters Pollo (Graham and Will) were wonderful hosts and took great care of us. The menu is inspired by Mediterranean flavours and the ingredients are all sourced locally (Chef Graham hits up the farmers market multiple times a week). We had a savoury panna cotta to start, followed by a pasta, then braised pork, and finished with a peach sorbet. We were beyond full by the end! We sat the bar which was a treat to watch the food being prepared and learn more about what goes on behind the scene. Highly highly recommend!”

11 Firefly Restaurant

4.6 Superb 667 Reviews

4288 24th Street, San Francisco · 9.86 miles

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“just lovely! vegan friendly but the fried chicken was tops!”

12 Heirloom Café

4.7 Superb 198 Reviews

2500 Folsom Street, San Francisco · 10.66 miles

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“Really good food that was very flavorful! I wish they made their menu a bit better organized to separate the smaller dishes from the mains, but the food was really good. A bit loud inside and can get hot with the whole restaurant, bar, and kitchen being in one big room. I would recommend!”

13 Original Joe’s Westlake

4.5 Superb 1,497 Reviews

11 Glenwood Avenue, Daly City · 6.06 miles

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“Exceeded expectations. Extensive menu. Highly recommended!”

14 Blue Plate

4.7 Superb 287 Reviews

3218 Mission Street, San Francisco · 9.78 miles

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“Eat here once and you’re coming back. Eat here twice and you’re family. Best atmosphere in SF, incredible interesting wine list, service that is knowledgeable AND fun/grounded/ entertaining and the food, my god the food! This place just celebrated 23 years in business, they deserve At least 23 more!!!!”

15 Mustards Bar & Grill

4.5 Superb 538 Reviews

780 South Airport Boulevard, San Francisco · 5.26 miles

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“My server Darko was excellent. I had a 10 hour delay and a bad shoulder - he found me a very comfortable seat despite a crowded atmosphere. Also gave me great recommendations on what to see in Singapore. The hostess Jada K was also fantastic. Burger was excellent this is not typical airport food. Lettuce crisp and green, tomato fresh, pickles made in house. Fries were great. Highly recommend this place. It was suggested to me by a United Club worker when I said I was hunting for good eats before a long flight - he was right. Five stars”

16 Perry's SFO

4.7 Superb 226 Reviews

Terminal 1, South McDonnell Road, San Francisco · 5.59 miles

“The server Gina is the 5-star service! Top tier! Her beefy, her smile, she checks up on you, her food recommandation pleasantly surprised me, I hesitated between regular egg breakfast and the salmon. She said to try to salmon and described the meal in a way that piques your curiosity. I’m so happy I did! It was DELICIOUS!!! I had to tell my mama we have to find a way to recreate that meal! Thank you Gina!!”

17 Lucho’s

4.8 Superb 232 Reviews

2675 Ocean Avenue, San Francisco · 8.2 miles

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“The food here is absolutely delicious and the staff is so friendly and accommodating. I can't recommend this little gem in the Lakeside neighborhood enough. Reasonable prices as well as many menu choices. Do yourself a favor and go there and sample everything, you will be very glad you did.”

18 The Halfway Club

4.8 Superb 97 Reviews

1166 Geneva Avenue, San Francisco · 7.46 miles

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“We had a great birthday celebration with a group of 10 at the Halfway Club last month. The combination of tasty food (the fries are a must), outstanding drinks, friendly service, a fun and relaxed atmosphere, and comfortable seating added up to a thoroughly enjoyable time for all. I want to thank Greg and Ethan for their responsiveness and help with our arrangements; we look forward to returning to the Halfway Club for future happy hours and dinners. We had our August birthday dinner on a quieter weeknight, so we were all able to converse with each other (a plus for a group of 10), but I also plan to visit the Halfway Club for one of its live music nights or to watch a game. We’re happy to have the Halfway Club in the neighborhood and we recommend it to all.”

19 The Front Porch

4.4 Superb 323 Reviews

65 29th Street, San Francisco · 9.66 miles

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“I’ve been wanting to eat here for a while. I’m a big Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives fan. I saw this place on the show so I planned a dinner to take my clients to. This place was amazing. Everyone raved about every bite of food we had. Kevin, the owner, was very appreciative of us being there. Such a warm and enjoyable space coupled with great food made our night perfect. You have to try this place.”

20 The Old Clam House

4.5 Superb 464 Reviews

299 Bayshore Boulevard, San Francisco · 10 miles

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“My fiancé and I found your restaurant Saturday afternoon while sightseeing the city. We were so impressed with the atmosphere and hospitality. This place is the best for nice afternoon seafood lunch! Thank you so much for the delicious meal.”

21 Brothers Cafe

4.6 Superb 410 Reviews

382 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco · 5.02 miles

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“Banana Foster French toast and their freshly squeezed orange juice.”

22 Memento SF

4.6 Superb 161 Reviews

1305 Castro Street, San Francisco · 9.88 miles

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“Great entertainment and hosts!!!”

23 7 Mile House Sports Bar & Grill

4.5 Superb 343 Reviews

2800 Bayshore Boulevard, Brisbane · 7.62 miles

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“Good food 🥘 Fun atmosphere”

24 Ocean Ale House

4.7 Superb 201 Reviews

1314 Ocean Avenue, San Francisco · 7.81 miles

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“fantastic food and drinks with attentive staff and a lively atmosphere!!!”

25 Brisbane Lunch Truck

4.8 Superb 147 Reviews

3501 Bayshore Boulevard, Brisbane · 6.94 miles

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“good eats 😎..............”

26 Elena's Mexican Restaurant

4.3 Superb 405 Reviews

255 West Portal Avenue, San Francisco · 8.67 miles

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“posole crispy tacos tres leches guacamole chips”

27 Boulevard Cafe

4.5 Superb 441 Reviews

2 Poncetta Drive, Daly City · 6.26 miles

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“Always a wonderful time and great service”

28 Jack's Restaurant & Bar

4.5 Superb 415 Reviews

1050 Admiral Ct A, San Bruno · 3.91 miles

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“This place is great!! Love the Lamb Chops or New York Steak, Bartender Christine top notch, Area Mgr. Samantha always treats me like gold. Mgr. Alexa Luv her so dedicated, Mgr Edgar always on top of things, Can't forget Bartender Alberto! Or Mgr. Gia”

29 3rd Cousin

4.1 Good 313 Reviews

919 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco · 9.54 miles

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“I love Third Cousin. This is perhaps my 4th time there over the years (taking into account that I moved to England 6 years ago.) It was a high point of our trip from there to SF to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Yes, it is an expensive experience and it was worth every penny, again. I love the simple yet elegant atmosphere. It was a treat to speak with the owner/chef Greg Lutes and trade favorite London haunts. Our server was impeccable and friendly. The food divine. Wish I could visit more often.”

30 Old Skool Cafe

4.8 Superb 203 Reviews

1429 Mendell Street, San Francisco · 9.85 miles

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“To celebrate our 27th anniversary, we went to @oldskoolcafe. The greeters, cooks and servers are all young people. Mama T opened this place to help at risk youth learn work and life skills (like how to get a license, do taxes, set a bank account). Partnering with experienced chefs, this restaurant has excellent food… and live jazz!!! We ordered the Taumoepeau Ota (think ceviche) and it was a great appetizer… light and the fish was super fresh. We had the short ribs which were super tender and had a rich gravy. We didn’t think we had room for dessert, but the lavender cheesecake and the Guittard chocolate brownie were fabulous! If you are in the city: GO! SUPPORT! ENJOY DELICIOUS FOOD!”

31 Moss Beach Distillery

4.5 Superb 603 Reviews

140 Beach Way, Moss Beach · 6.79 miles

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“One of our favorite places”

32 Broadway Grill

4.5 Superb 315 Reviews

1400 Broadway, Burlingame · 6.92 miles

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“BG is a gorgeous restaurant, with well prepared food, and live music/jazz, most days of the week. Owners are very personable and hands-on, which is rare, amongst restaurants. Great place for special occasions or just a night out with your favorite person/people. Share a great experience, without a shocking price tag!”

33 Big Joe's

4.6 Superb 175 Reviews

717 Monterey Boulevard, San Francisco · 8.35 miles

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“Healthy options, great service. Joe is the real deal. �”

34 Neal's Coffee Shop

4.5 Superb 262 Reviews

1845 El Camino Real, Burlingame · 5.7 miles

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“The food they serve is actually fresh, not the frozen type, but they do make it upon request. For example, I love fresh diced grilled country potatoes, not that stringy stuff you add water to to cook. Some people like it so just ask for hash browns and they will cook it for you. Been eating at their restaurant for years now. Great quality food!”

35 Gunter's Restaurant

4.5 Superb 254 Reviews

1057 El Camino Real, South San Francisco · 4.02 miles

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“Do not be discouraged by the outside appearance. This place rocks! The food was the best I've had in this area. All the other small diners/brrakfast places in San Bruno are mediocre at best. This place is much better than them all! I had the 49er omelet and they substituted the side potatoes and toast for 2 pancakes! The omlet itself was seasoned well, overflowing with mushrooms, bellpeppers and sausage. Delicious! The pancakes needed their own area code holy cow they were huge. Come hungry! You won't be disappointed. The place is old for sure. But don't judge by the appearance. You ever watch a movie with the old waitress who is nice but dont take no crap? Well they took the idea from here! She was great. Attentive, pleasant, to the point. Definitely coming back. Now I need someone to roll me out of here”

36 Big Joe's 8

4.6 Superb 147 Reviews

487 San Mateo Avenue, San Bruno · 4.2 miles

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“Excellent food, excellent service, excellent ambiance!”

37 Pancake Boy

4.3 Superb 210 Reviews

4007 24th Street, San Francisco · 9.96 miles

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“Wow wow wow wow wow The best benedicts.”

38 JC Bruno Restaurant

4.7 Superb 100 Reviews

741 San Mateo Ave, San Bruno · 4.26 miles

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“JC Bruno is more than a restaurant, it’s a relationship. It’s now my #1 spot, and I’d recommend it in a heartbeat to anyone looking for great food, genuine people, and unforgettable service! If you’re looking for a go-to restaurant that feels like your favorite local spot and your second home, JC Bruno is it. I truly mean when I say that Marcela, the owner, is the soul of this place, and she has completely redefined what true hospitality means in today’s world. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted not just by a friendly staff, but by people who genuinely care. Marcela herself is always around, and what makes her so special is that she doesn’t act like a distant owner, but rather you feel like you’re planning something with a longtime friend. She’ll chat with you, laugh with you, and most importantly, she stands by you to help plan your perfect experience, whether you’re organizing a small dinner or a full-blown celebration. What blew me away most was how flexible she is. JC Bruno’s menu is already this amazing fusion of European, Mediterranean, and other international flavors, but if there’s something special you want that’s not listed? Just ask. Marcela will go out of her way to make it happen. That kind of flexibility is almost unheard of these days. I’ve worked with many restaurants for events and special dinners, but working with Marcela is different because she treats you like a partner, not a transaction. She’ll talk through your vision, offer smart suggestions, and help you figure out the best possible setup for your group. The way she collaborates with you makes it fun and stress-free. It’s rare to find a place where the owner is this involved and down-to-earth.”

39 Mission’s Kitchen

4.6 Superb 129 Reviews

2738 Mission Street, San Francisco · 10.34 miles

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“I love this place. Reminds me of the cafes in El Paso tx. This is a Latino owned cafe. Food is always cooked fresh, made to order Large portions of food. I've been coming here for 3 years and the same line shaft the head guy is still cooking at the skillet. Excellent work.”

40 Bullshead Restaurant

4.3 Superb 176 Reviews

840 Ulloa Street, San Francisco · 8.86 miles

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“Customer Service is good and delicious foods.”

41 Stacks

4.4 Superb 332 Reviews

361 California Drive, Burlingame · 8.01 miles

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“I absolutely love this Stacks! I live in the city, but whenever I have the opportunity to eat here, I take advantage of it. That happened today, and I had the pleasure of excellent service from Miguel, and a delicious Montecristo sandwich. Miguel was very accommodating of my different allergies and was so kind In maintaining my dignity while I made special requests. My friend and I love eating here because the food is consistently good, it is a good value, but most of all, the service is always on point. Everybody is always kind and helpful!”

42 The Barn

4.2 Good 288 Reviews

3068 CA-1, Half Moon Bay · 8.49 miles

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“Always a great burger after a day at the beach.”

43 Old Princeton Landing Public House and Grill

4.4 Superb 306 Reviews

460 Capistrano Road, Half Moon Bay · 7.52 miles

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“An intimate place to love ❤️ live music.”

44 Maverick Jack's

4.4 Superb 252 Reviews

1190 California Drive, Burlingame · 7.02 miles

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“Awesome shakes and heavenly garlic fries 👍”

45 The Chef's Table at Pierre Coste Dining Room

4.3 Superb 1,026 Reviews

Statler Wing, Pierre Coste Dining Room, 50 Frida Kahlo Way, San Francisco · 7.87 miles

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“Both eating here and working here were one of the highlights of my time in the Culinary Program.”

46 In-N-Out Burger

4.6 Superb 596 Reviews

260 Washington Street, Daly City · 5.21 miles

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“I've been to In N Out several times as a visitor their food is amazing each time way better than another burger restaurant with a red and yellow logo, the service is always good and acceptable for the amount of people in the store never have I waited more than 5 minutes for food and the prices are unbeatable especially for the west coast. I highly recommend the Daly City In N Out.”

47 El Jacal Mexican grill

4.5 Superb 114 Reviews

800 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco · 9.44 miles

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“Visited from Oregon, stumbled upon this place looking for a spot to each lunch at. Pictures: Tacos de lengua, caldo de camarón, & mojarra (fried fish) Everything was delicious!!! Amazing authentic Mexican flavor, filling portions! Would highly recommend eating here! Bonus: clean place & Friendly staff💕”

48 Miramar Beach Restaurant

4.3 Superb 526 Reviews

131 Mirada Road, Half Moon Bay · 8.27 miles

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“This is my favorite restaurant. I give them 5⭐️”

49 Patty’s Diner

4.6 Superb 72 Reviews

1184 Broadway, Burlingame · 6.95 miles

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“A great local spot! I love the double espresso paired with the vanilla milkshake to start my day! Keith is cool. The atmosphere is perfection. Old school vibe, couldn’t love it more. Enjoy the classic old movies & shows while you enjoy the yummy food.”

50 Sky Cafe

4.8 Superb 204 Reviews

223 Grand Ave, South San Francisco · 5.11 miles

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“The best vegan food Best ever service-our family go to for family events and every day dining ❤️”