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1. Nisei
4.8
Exceptional(78)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Russian Hill
Booked 10 times today
Nisei presents a contemporary approach to Japanese American cuisine by combining deep Japanese flavors, refined cooking technique, and Northern California's finest ingredients. The restaurant is a personal reflection of Chef David Yoshimura's unique experience as a Michelin starred chef and second generation Japanese American, or Nisei. Nisei can accommodate most severe allergies with advance notice, however due to the nature of the tasting menu format, we can not meet all dietary restrictions or aversions. In order to maintain the spirit of our cuisine, the following items can not be removed: Salt, sugar, soy sauce, and egg cooked into items.All Experience prices below reflect a 20% Service Fee and 8.63% SF Sales Tax applied to the base price of each experience. This Service Fee goes towards paying our employees a livable wage as well as providing health insurance.
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2. Foreign Cinema
4.8
Exceptional(8820)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Mission District
Booked 54 times today
Foreign Cinema is a one of a kind, nationally acclaimed restaurant combining independent films with California-Mediterranean cooking. Enjoy an airy yet chic setting, complete with indoor dining room with a fireplace, outdoor courtyard with 35mm film screening starting at dusk, mezzanine, gallery curated by Modernism West & full bar in the main dining room. Foreign Cinema has something for everyone including their DJ/live music bar, Laszlo. Enjoy special happy hours, uniquely craft cocktails, zero proof selections, full Foreign Cinema dinner menu, and lively music to end your evening.We are currently booking for Outdoor Patio & Indoor/Standard seating 60 days in advance. A ‘standard seating’ reservation is indoor dining. Reservations for 10+ may be booked through private dining department - contact janine@foreigncinema.com for more information.
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3. ANZU
4.6
Exceptional(2634)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 11 times today
Restaurant ANZU, located in the Union Square shopping district of Downtown San Francisco. Contemporary Japanese Cuisine with California and Asian flavors.
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4. Commis Dining Room
4.9
Exceptional(1230)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Oakland
Booked 9 times today
Commis in Oakland is a Two-Star Michelin rated fine dining restaurant by James Beard Foundation Nominated Chef James Syhabout that serves a multi-course Tasting Menu.Diners at Commis are invited to linger for 2.5 to 3 hours over an multi-course meal in a warm, comfortable and relaxing dining room appointed by glowing glass light pendants, dark furniture, bare walnut tables, dim lit candles and floral arrangements. Delivered by the attentive service staff and sommeliers, the cuisine of Commis showcases some of the best Northern California ingredients that are in season through modern and classic cooking techniques. The cuisine aims to bridge the flavors, textures and temperatures of the East and West with every course with the intention to excite and satisfy.
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5. Millennium Oakland
4.6
Exceptional(1337)
Price: Expensive
• Vegan • Oakland
Booked 10 times today
Since 1994 Millennium has been committed to providing fresh, innovative vegan cuisine. Millennium offers globally inspired plant-based fare in an inviting fine dining setting. Working with small farms, our menu changes constantly to showcase the finest local, sustainable, and organic produce at its peak. Thoughtfully blending flavors from around the world with classic techniques, we create vibrant dishes that are exciting to diners of all kinds. Our bar features inventive cocktails highlighting our house-made infusions and fresh juices, as well as craft beers and an internationally recognized wine list.
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6. Los Moles- San Rafael
4.2
Awesome(104)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • San Rafael
Booked 1 time today
Now 2 locations to serve you! Whether you are looking to grab a quick bite for lunch, dinner, or taking the kids out to dinner, Los Moles is the location you’re looking for. Casual dining in the heart of Emeryville and San Rafael, fresh ingredients, organic meats, and traditional family recipes combine for an authentic Mexican experience. For 25 years now, Chef Saldana has been sharing the art of fine Mexican cuisine with the Bay Area. His cuisine is inspired by the rich, French-influenced dishes of Puebla and the fiery rusticity of Jalisco, and carries with it the legacy of family dinners, handmade with love by his parents Mama Luisa and Don Pedro.

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  • Ana
    San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Always a great vibe. Service was attentive and helpful. Drinks are dope, food is on point. Brunch menu is delicious! All around a good experience. Cheers to the team!
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    Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission District
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    4.8
  • barbaraVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Another fabulous dining experience as the year winds down. Millennium, and chef Eric, always get it right. Everyone at Millennium goes above and beyond to make your dining experience the best it can be. Thank you Millennium for another year of wonderful, creative and delicious meals. I am so looking forward, with surprise and delight, to Millennium 's unique and scrumptious 2025 menu offerings. What a gem!
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    Millennium OaklandPrice: Expensive• Vegan• Oakland
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    4.6
  • Charles
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Deepock was great as our server. He was attentive but not intrusive. The sushi and onion soup were so delicious. Will continue to support Anzu. Charles
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    ANZUPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown / Union Square
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    4.6
  • ScottVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 22, 2024
    Lovely meal! Team were very attentive and kind. All the dishes were explained very well, clear the team know their stuff and really care. Chef came out many times to talk, was a great touch! One of the best fine dining experiences we have had in the US.
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    NiseiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Russian Hill
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    4.8
  • Ganna
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 22, 2024
    We were back to Commis after 8 years and it did not disappoint! Great, state of art food! We will definitely be back again, hopefully sooner!
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    Commis Dining RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Oakland
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    4.9

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