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Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Downtown / Union Square

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1. The Cavalier
4.6
Exceptional(1753)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 26 times today
The Cavalier is a London-inspired brasserie, located adjacent to Hotel Zetta in San Francisco's SoMA neighborhood. The upscale British influenced restaurant is brought to you by Executive Chef Jennifer Puccio, managing partner James Nicholas, and award winning San Francisco designer, Ken Fulk. The 135-seat restaurant is divided into four unique, intimate spaces: the Blue Bar, Main Dining Room, Wine Stables, and Rail Car. The interior is designed with deep leather banquettes, polished brass, zinc and white marble, lending a posh and sultry feel.
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2. Rise Over Run
4.3
Awesome(196)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 1 time today
Gaze out over sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline at Rise Over Run, the lush outdoor rooftop and indoor solarium. Share a South East Asian inspired cocktail — by local legend Danny Louie — or snack on American Asian food offerings of Executive Chef Morgan Depaulo.Walk-ins are welcomed and encouraged! Reservations are nice, too.
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3. The Harlequin
4.3
Awesome(92)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • SOMA
Booked 4 times today
1920's revival cocktail bar, restaurant and lounge offers an elevated cocktail program paired with a decadent New American cuisine featuring pizza's, pastas, steaks, and burgers. Happy Hour daily from 4pm to 6pm featuring $2 oysters and discounted beer and cocktails. Located in the center of San Francisco's Yerba Buena district, steps from Moscone Center and Union Square, The Harlequin is great for groups and private / corporate events. Private dining is also available in our Aviary.
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4. Jasper's Corner Tap and Kitchen
3.7
Very Good(989)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Downtown / Union Square
A long-time local favorite, Jasper’s Corner Tap and Kitchen serves crave-worthy New American cuisine. We feature 18 rotating local craft draft beers in addition to a seasonal lineup of handcrafted cocktails. Our scratch kitchen will delight you with home-style favorites and unique offerings, complemented with unique dishes straight from the imaginations of our talented chefs. Just steps away from famous Union Square in San Francisco and by the Curran Theater, Jasper’s welcomes sports fans, adventurous eaters, movers, shakers, and everyone in-between in an urban-style sophisticated, yet comfortable atmosphere.
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5. Sisterita
4.6
Exceptional(100)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 40 times today
We take pride in sourcing our ingredients from local farms and markets to ensure the freshest, most flavorful dishes possible. Our menu features seasonal produce and house-made bread, and we're particularly excited to offer our signature Voilà French Toast Brioche, which is quickly becoming a local favorite. For something a little more unique, try our Alcatraz Escape shrimp omelet, and of course, no brunch is complete without a warm bowl of our classic French Onion soup. Whether you're looking for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick bite during the workweek, we invite you to join us in our cozy, inviting space and experience the warm hospitality of Sisterita.
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6. Eclipse Kitchen and Bar
3.7
Very Good(278)
Price: Moderate
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 3 times today
Indulge in classic San Francisco cuisine or celebrate the day’s end with one of our signature cocktails or sample a hand-selected flight of California wines at Eclipse Kitchen & Bar. Take in the grandeur of our lobby's architecture as you start your day with breakfast or wind down at the bar with a mouthwatering appetizer. Eclipse’s lively ambience is ideal for business meetings or personal celebrations. Full bar seating includes plush couches, modern pub tables and tufted benches for private conversations.
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7. Sushi Hon
4.8
Exceptional(453)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Mission District
Booked 5 times today
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District, at 2598 Harrison Street, Sushi Hon is more than a restaurant; it's a revered institution for extraordinary Japanese cuisine. Our reputation rests on our exclusive Omakase, where we meticulously source the finest fish and produce from across the globe to craft an exceptional 19-course dinner. Whether you choose to dine at your table or immerse yourself in the culinary theater of our Chef's Table, we are unwavering in our commitment to bringing the best of the market directly to your plate. At Sushi Hon, excellence is not just a standard; it's a tradition.All parties will be subject to a 20% service charge. We look forward to serving you soon.
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8. Tacolicious - Mission District
4.3
Awesome(89)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Mission District
Booked 5 times today
Tacolicious is a casual, modern Mexican restaurant with locations in San Francisco, Palo Alto and Manhattan Beach (LA). We source our ingredients responsibly, take our tacos as seriously as our cocktails, and offer a fun sit-down, full-service experience. We have outdoor dining and private rooms and do off-site catering. Go to tacolicious.com for more information.Questions? Email us at mission_management@tacolicious.com. Large parties interested in the private room at our Mission location, please email us at events@tacolicious.com. We reply to emails quickly!
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9. Pa'ina Restaurant and Bar
4.1
Excellent(217)
Price: Moderate
• Hawaiian • Japantown
Booked 1 time today
Pa'ina is designed to be a blend of Hawaiian and San Francisco culture. Large and vibrant, our venue is perfect for any occasion. With so many popular dishes to try, our chef recommends sharing! Pair your meal with one of our Tropical Cocktails! We are located on Post Street next to the Kabuki Theater. Book our private rooms for karaoke, business meetings, birthdays and more!
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10. Popi's Oysterette
4.8
Exceptional(99)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 3 times today
It’s our goal to serve the freshest seafood in a sweet and simple neighborhood setting, by our warm, well-trained and courteous staff. We aim for thoughtfully chosen beverages to support our seasonally designed menu.We couldn’t be more excited to be a part of the fantastic Marina dining scene and look forward to becoming your friends.~ The Popi’s Team

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  • Sharon
    San Diego •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Food was good, but I would say you pay more for the aesthetics. Service was decent—some staff were nice and friendly, while some were rushing and didn’t seem to care. We also got a table that felt pretty cramped as we were literally a couple of inches away from another table. The place is small, so it’s not their fault, but still felt very awkward since we couldn’t have a properly private convo.
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    SisteritaPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Financial District / Embarcadero
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    4.6
  • Quincy
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great location (top of building). Cozy. Outside patio was closed due to rain. Wait staff was excellent. Food was good. Recommend.
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    Rise Over RunPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown / Union Square
    •
    4.3
  • blain
    San Francisco Bay Area •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We loved the lamb ribs and the mushroom gnocchi. My server was excellent and her barbera suggestion was perfect for my beef tartare. This was my first time there in a few years and I’m so glad I made it back. The space is beautiful and location is perfect for me coming from the east bay because it’s so close to BART. I won’t be waiting so long to return this time
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    The CavalierPrice: Expensive• Californian• Financial District / Embarcadero
    •
    4.6
  • Drs. Thaddeus and NatashaVIP
    Atlanta Metro •217 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 18, 2024
    This was our final full day at Hotel Spero, and it was also our final morning at Jasper's. The morning staff has been awesome to us ever since we first stepped foot into Jasper's. That said, 11.18 is also Natasha's birthday, and they were sure to make it extra special by starting us off on the right foot. We appreciate you VERY much, and we look forward to seeing all of you again soon!
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    Jasper's Corner Tap and KitchenPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Downtown / Union Square
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    3.7
  • William
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    Really great food and a fun atmosphere for a birthday dinner! Slightly too loud but the food made up for it and the service team was phenomenal
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    The HarlequinPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• SOMA
    •
    4.3

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