Best Casual Restaurants in Nob Hill

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1. DACHA Kitchen & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(55)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Eastern European • Tenderloin

Booked 9 times today

DACHA Kitchen and Bar embodies the ethos of "Feeding with love. Leading with peace." Named after the Russian term for a seasonal or year-round second home where family and food are front and center, DACHA pays homage to its Eastern European roots while fostering genuine connections with its guests. DACHA offers a harmonious journey through the seasons, celebrating the unique palette of nature with meticulously crafted menus and vibrant presentations. Founded by Katya Skye, Suki Skye, Chef Katya Pervushina, and Tanya Ivanovich, the entire team is committed to inclusivity and community, striving to create a sanctuary where everyone feels embraced and empowered to be their authentic selves. Join us at DACHA, where every visit feels like coming home.

2. Dunya

4.4

Awesome(142)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Nob Hill

Booked 6 times today

Opened in 2010, Dunyā is designed and created by chef & owner Coskun Abik. Dunyā Restaurant has garnered local acclaim as a Mediterranean casual dining experience touched by the fusion of refined urban technique and culturally traditional flavors.Offering fare inspired by fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients, Dunyā brings this same delicate balance to a new era of vibrant Mediterranean dishes in an industrial chic setting located in the heart of San Francisco’s Nob Hill District.The décor captures the warmth and feel of Mediterranean hospitality, while a vast floor to ceiling array of local and imported wine bottles is illuminated by blown glass filament pendants, inviting guests to pull up a chair to the full service wine bar.

3. Friends Only

5.0

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Nob Hill

Friends Only is the R&D restaurant for AKIKOS at Avery Lane on Folsom Street in San Francisco’s East Cut neighborhood.Our menu is centered around dry-aged ingredients, such as a mouth-watering bite of nigiri featuring a 21-day aged bluefin tuna topped with Osetra Caviar. Another nigiri piece may be a tilefish, aged for 7 days and grilled to perfection with its own crispy scales.Enhance your dining experience with our meticulously curated beverage pairings. Indulge in a range of choices, including champagne, reserve sake, and expertly crafted spirits, complemented by Carson Dean's signature Asian-inspired classic and modern cocktails.Omakase menu starts at $330 per person, not inclusive of beverages, 20% service charge, sales tax, and the San Francisco mandate. The $100 per person deposit secures your reservation and will be fully applied to your final bill.

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4. Hyde Street Seafood House & Raw Bar

4.3

Awesome(780)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Russian Hill

Booked 2 times today

The Hyde Street Seafood House specializes in 'En Papillote' cooking, a traditional French technique of baking in parchment paper. Julienned vegetables, fresh herbs, white wine, and a selection of fresh seafood are wrapped in parchment paper and baked to perfection, sealing in the food's natural flavors and juices.

5. Se7enbuds

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Persian • Nob Hill

Se7enbuds Restaurant is proud to serve Afghan and Persian traditional dishes with their original taste. At Se7enbuds, we are dedicated to bringing you a unique dining experience that blends the rich, authentic flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with the vibrant spirit of the Bay Area. Our mission is simple. to introduce speedy service with a commitment to your health and well-being. We believe in the power of good food to bring people together, and we are excited to share the diverse and delicious dishes that have made their way to our menu.

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6. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

4.8

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 64 times today

Welcome to Little Original Joe's -- an Italian-American neighborhood eatery featuring pizza, pasta, and parmigiana in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood! Limited reservations are available for up to 6 guests -- we look forward to seeing you soon!

7. Causwells

4.6

Exceptional(552)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 16 times today

Established in 2014 and reopened in 2022 with a reimagined interior, seasonal menu, and unique cocktail program, Causwells is a neighborhood American bistro rooted in the northern California style of cooking. Chef Adam Rosenblum draws from his diverse background to create a comforting menu that spotlights local, seasonal ingredients influenced by classic American dishes, European inspiration, and the American South. The cocktail menu from Beverage Director and Managing Partner Elmer Mejicanos redefines the American bistro, pulling inspiration from reimagined classics to seasonal offerings, to tableside experiences. Stop by Causwells’ new art deco-inspired space to enjoy a deliciously unique cocktail and smash-style Americana Cheeseburger – some say it’s the best in the country!

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8. Nopa - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3605)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 114 times today

Nopa is a San Francisco gathering place north of the Panhandle, serving urban rustic food and specializing in organic wood-fired cuisine. We serve simple dishes created with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and purveyors.

9. Seven Hills

4.9

Exceptional(2498)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 37 times today

Welcome to Seven Hills. We are a rustic neighborhood bistro offering regional Italian food, located in the Russian Hill Neighborhood of San Francisco. We serve great fresh affordable food. Our emphasis is on homemade pastas. Our wine list is small but extremely well thought out and complements our cooking style. We look forward to taking care of you and your guests. If you can not find what you are looking for online please call us directly at the restaurant. See you soon!

10. The Post Room

4.0

Excellent(200)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 13 times today

In the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square, a new Mediterranean-inspired bar and lounge called The Post Room is nestled inside the historic Beacon Grand and overlooking the hotel’s grand lobby, the vibrant social venue will serve breakfast through supper every day, with brunch served on weekends and complemented by a dazzling live music program.

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RupaliVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •32 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 13, 2025
Overall a wonderful dining experience. We've been wanting to try Dacha for a while. The food was a mix of both traditional and creative interpretations of Slavic cuisine. We also enjoyed Eastern European wines that were new to us. Attractive modern decor and attentive service. The
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DACHA Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Eastern European• Tenderloin
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4.8
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BruceB
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 9, 2025
Service and food were excellent and price was fair. Banana bread pudding was delicious. Only concern was a lack of customers at 7 pm on a Saturday night.
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Hyde Street Seafood House & Raw BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Russian Hill
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4.3
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
What an excellent Mediterranean restaurant. The sample platter is a perfect all in one thing to get for two people. I left feeling very full and nourished!
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DunyaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Nob Hill
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4.4

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