50 Best Salad Restaurants in San Francisco

“The food is artisan caliber, the atmosphere is welcoming and intimate, and our family GOTO!! ❤❤❤❤❤“

“first try today and totally pleased!“

“Absolutely fantastic.

Great quality, flavor, and good presentation on food. Highly recommend their salsa verde on just about anything. Superb. My favorite: Chilaquiles with ham, verde sauce. You won’t regret it.

Friendly, family feel staff, quick food, clean environment, atmosphere not too loud though when full it can get moderate.“

“This is a great little place in the San Francisco Mission Area. Huge sandwiches and salads. Rotisserie Chicken is amazing. A Nice find. Was walking by and said, let’s do this! Meatloaf Panini and Thai noodle salad. Amazing food and service. Thanks so much. Will see you again soon.“

“This place is so underrated, what a gem in an unassuming place! I had the chicken banh mi and the bread was fresh and had the perfect amount of crunch and the flavors were great. I come from SJ and although I wasn’t say it was the most “authentic” banh mi it was so good and did not feel like a heavy meal. The chicken rice soup had so much umami, would honestly be a treat and I’ll probably crave the cozy comfort of it when I’m sick.

There are a few seats inside and out but seems like a quick pickup and takeout place which works for me! We had the food inside last time though and service was so sweet. They were very attentive even when they were filling orders :)“

“If happiness were a restaurant, I’m pretty sure it would be called *That’s My Jam*. I came in expecting a nice meal and left questioning whether I should move a small bed into the corner and live there permanently.

First of all, the food? Absolutely incredible. Every bite felt like it was made by someone who genuinely cares about flavor, the quality of food they feed to others… and possibly about my emotional well-being. If you're lucky enough to chat with the chef or his wife, do so! You can tell they really put their heart and soul into every aspect of this establishment.

The vibe is warm, cozy, and the kind of place where you instantly relax. The staff were so friendly that by the end of the meal I felt like we were all part of a very delicious support group.

Final verdict: come hungry, bring friends, and prepare to fall in love with your meal. If you hear someone at the next table whispering “wow” between bites… that’s probably me again.

The only issue I have now is I doubt any other resturant will be able to provide my taste buds with the same magical expereince. I live in SJ but 10/10 would happily get jammed here anytime. 🍓✨

Not pictured is the chef special quiche - GET IT.“

“Cute and cozy restaurant serving up unique pizettas. We had the funghi pizza which was loaded with mushrooms and greens. We also had a lamb pizza that was almost like an open-faced gyro. The ricotta cake dessert was heavenly. Such a delicious meal and great service!“

“💖 Chacho Sushi on Excelsior is a hidden gem! 😊 We were craving sushi and glad we didn't have to venture far on a rainy day. Had been to this spot before under different ownership, but decided to give it another shot. BIG WIN! 🤩 Miso soup was on point, salmon dinner plate was fresh, rolls and curry chicken were 🔥, and mochi was perfection. Service was top-notch too! 👌🏼 If you're in the Mission, def give 'em a try 😋“

“Oscar and his team accommodated our large group almost immediately, making what seemed impossible possible at the height of the Friday afternoon lunch hour. We especially loved seeing the Pride flag hanging high. Thank you, RT Rotisserie Team!“

“From the second we approached the door to enter Local Roots we could feel the positive energy. Very clean very welcoming very nice atmosphere. The menu is amazing and has so many wonderful choices. When talking to Lauren the owner, we were inspired by her vision and passion to provide the best of the best ingredients from all locally grown farms and resources. She is dedicated to support the local businesses and economy. Our salads and soups were delicious! I highly recommend Local Roots. We will be back over and over again. Thank you Lauren and thank you to your awesome team for providing great service.“

“Great place to visit sit and relax the sandwich and wine was fantastic and a perfect meal. The crew were very nice people. I highly recommend“

“Five bright stars, Lissa darling!“

“Love the potato lovers salad, which has some addictive spiced potato puree inside. The ingredients are very fresh and they use a very high quality feta cheese (not too heavy”sheepy”). Be sure to double check larger orders. They sometimes forget stuff!“

“Park at Whole Foods and get your parking validated“

“Great food and service, I would like to explore more from the menu“

“Cacio e Pepe pizza was fantastic. so glad I went out of my comfort zone and tried it. Their pepperoni pizza was also awesome. This is no average pizza restaurant, this is a must place for pizza when in San Francisco! Cannot wait until I can get back and dine there again!! Cannot say enough about the quality of their pizza....“

“This restaurant is located on Balboa and 4th Ave with a variety of Korean dishes at an affordable price. It is well known by the locals. The food is tasty and has a well balanced Korean flavor. The seafood and kimchi pancakes are one of their signature dishes. Highly recommend their chapchae and pulgogi or marinated meat dish.
The staff is very friendly and go above and beyond l , ,whether it is crowded or slow they will always help you to serve the food in a timely manner.
Highly recommend this restaurant for families and small groups.
It gets very crowded during the weekend and you may have to wait to be seated.“

“Quality is key with any meal. Roger-San is all about quality. Sit at the bar if you can!“

“Great food and great service“

“Excellent Customer Service and Very Accommodating of my Shellfish Allergy. Ask for Michael if you need suggestions!“

“Delicious offerings at the SFO airport. Had a chicken pesto wrap that was outstanding for two meals for me. Friendly team member.“

“This is my favorite breakfast burrito in San Francisco. They are so, so good - stuffed with bacon, beans, avocado, cheese - I’m literally drooling thinking about it. The staff here are so kind and lovely. It’s great for breakfast or lunch. It’s reasonably priced for the area. The mini churros are also yummy. The portions are very large. Highly recommend.“

“I love AK Meats! I only recently realized it’s owned by the same family as 25th & Clement Produce next door, which makes perfect sense — the quality is outstanding across both shops.
The meat, seafood, and deli selections are top‑notch. The sandwiches look incredible too, but I usually buy sliced deli meat to take home for my thirteen‑year‑old’s school lunches.
One of my favorite things about AK Meats is being able to buy exactly the amount I need. It’s so nice to get a small portion from the butcher instead of having to buy a whole pre‑packaged amount that might go bad. I love grabbing my protein here and then popping next door for the rest of my ingredients.
A great neighborhood spot with consistently excellent quality.“

“Great place to visit sit and relax the sandwich and wine was fantastic and a perfect meal. The crew were very nice people. I highly recommend“

“You will not beat MIXT. It is a Latina cult of salads. They have salads and warm bowls. I always get the Barbecue bowl when I can ever afford it and it's FIREEEEE. These places are organically sourced and not made up. Must try. Average $15 on every menu item.“

“Total hidden gem in SF. It’s low key and does take out only, but don’t let that fool you, this place rivals SF’s finest establishments. I moved in a few blocks down the street and have been ordering take out almost every day as I unpack. I’ve tried the chicken hummus plate, meatball and rice plate, and the Beyran Soup. Literally each dish was 5/5 amazing. The soup was the best soup I’ve ever had in my life. Super rich flavor, but not overly salty. Just right. Honestly these folks should turn into a full fledged restaurant.“

“This was our first time here, but definitely won’t be our last! The pinsa was SPECTACULAR and you could tell a great amount of care went into each one 🥰. It was a phenomenal experience and we can’t wait to make it a staple for when we make it out!“

“Fantastic service and amazing food!“

“Great experience at MIXT! Fresh, high-quality ingredients, delicious salads, and plenty of healthy options. The food was flavorful, portions were satisfying, and service was quick and friendly. Perfect spot for a fresh and nutritious meal. Would definitely come back.“

“4.5 stars. As a vegan of 9 years I have to say this is the best pepperoni pizza I’ve ever had! Really amazing. The wings are okay, not really worth it in my opinion because they are damn expensive and they’re a little too mushy and wet inside. But the flavors are great. The dipping sauces are SO yummy!
The vibe is nice here. I would come back for the pizza for sure but only to splurge once in a while because it is so expensive!“

“The salads here are amazing! I have been here several times and tried different salad each time. No matter what I get, it always tastes fresh and the portion is generous. I highly recommend this place if you want a healthy and delicious meal!“

“I ordered a mango smoothie, which was very good. They have a good menu with many choices for breakfast and lunch. They have outside seating and are conveniently located. The service was friendly with a big smile. I am a local and will definitely return.“

“We found this deli by luck! We decided on the Hayes Street Veggie Sandwich and were completely star struck! The Sandwich was delicious, the store was kitschy and warm, and the owner was sweet and talkative without being overbearing. Highly recommend this San Francisco icon.“

“My daughter loves this place. From her: This place is beautiful and homey, I’ve been coming here for the last 3 years on my birthday! Staff are great, the food is super tasty 🤩🤩🤩🤩😝. I suggest coming here, super cute and layed back. There are many delicious items on the menu!“

“This is the bees knees. Super good greens and super cool staff. Really into what they are trying to promote here. Def keep it going 💜💜💜💜“

“Great Service and food. The waiter was amazing and recommended great wine and food“

“This is the bees knees. Super good greens and super cool staff. Really into what they are trying to promote here. Def keep it going 💜💜💜💜“

“Good customer service and recommend it to people !“

“I love the food, the music the Ambiance, did I say the food?!“

“Everything was amazing. Couldn’t decide on what to get, so had a lot of left overs. Cured salmon and pork belly were our favorites.“

“With 3 hours to kill, we set off for the food court recommended by a pilot we asked and looked at our options. We decided to "be healthy" after a 10-day cruise and were rewarded with amazing food! The Good Catch Vegan Manhattan Seafood Chowder and Tortilla soup were both amazing and the Cabo salad was hearty enough for us to share and not feel deprived in any way. Of course, we then justified a couple of chocolate chip cookies for dessert-LOL. I now hope we have a reason to get back there again.“

“Got the salmon delivered. With cous cous and spinach and holendaise. A bit pricey, but they are experts at prep, and cooking. Salmon was perfect. Honey ginger, without over powering each other or the salmon. Roasted pine nuts? Very very tasty and roasted to perfection. The holendaise was tart again exactly the way it should be. Exceptionally fresh, exceptionally executed. When in the city I will stop by and thank them. Now, of course I want to try everything else on their menu.“

“Great food, great atmosphere and great service! Fair prices and snappy service!“

“The crust … yum!!! Love this place and I am so glad they are open when I am working in the office. Parking is a little hard. Salad is really fresh. We have not tried their specials yet but we will soon. Very friendly staff!“

“Great sandwiches. We love many of the specialty sandwiches and make your own options. The only problem is they don’t provide a ‘no meat’ option on build your own sandwich for vegetarians. 😀🙁“

“God damn this pizza is delicious!! Its a take out pizza place, not much if any seating.
I ordered medium 14inch half thai green curry and half thai yellow curry.

Yea, they are unique in that they make traditional italian american pizza, like pepperoni, combo, etc.

But also! THAI PIZZA!!! 🇹🇭 🍕 its really good. Hidden gem for sure.

First time: get the thai green curry pizza.

They also make other thai foods, but i love the pizza.
You can order on their website or call ahead.“

“THANK YOU! I have ordered late night from the Melt and received a ridiculous Cobb salad. Paid a ton of money and they left out all chicken, bacon or onion and I swear put in someone's old grilled cheese as croutons. So I tried Mixt. Boiled chicken instead of crispy and no cucs. Then I ordered from here and you restored my faith. Seriously thank you. Exactly what I ordered. It was delicious as well. THANK YOU! Just wanted a salad that I ordered and finally got it“

“Great experience at Starbird! I ordered the Chicken Chop Salad and was impressed with how quickly it came out. Ernesto was especially amazing. He was friendly, efficient, and handed me my salad super fast. The food was fresh and delicious, and the excellent customer service made the experience even better.“

“Had a great experience at this location! We were visiting San Francisco for the day and was looking for a healthier meal. The other Mixt locations around where we were closed early but this location was open until 9pm which was great. Lots of great choices. We had one of their menu salads, one menu sandwich, and a build your own salad. All were great! Service was friendly and great as well.“

“Finally made it to the Sandwich Boss - so good! First of all my sandwich was huge. It’s about 3 meals for me. And the toppings were super high quality. I had the Godfather- highly recommend. And the people who work there are so lovely. Made me feel like we were old friends. I will be back!“