Best Restaurants for Birthdays in San Francisco Bay Area

69 restaurants available nearby

1. Gary Danko

4.8

Exceptional(1604)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 22 times today

Gary Danko is a go-to for birthdays, with numerous reviews praising the restaurant for its 'flexible' multi-course meal and attentive service. One reviewer noted it as the 'best birthday dinner,' while another said it was 'a wonderful place to celebrate someone special.' The staff's ability to make special occasions even more memorable is a highlight, making it a 'great choice for a special occasion.'

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2. Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(4165)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 122 times today

Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.

3. Boulevard

4.7

Exceptional(9054)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 63 times today

Boulevard is a favorite for celebrating special occasions, with reviews mentioning birthdays, anniversaries, and wedding anniversaries. The creative Californian cuisine, attentive service, and beautiful ambiance make Boulevard a top choice for making celebrations unforgettable.

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4. The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina Tiburon

4.6

Exceptional(203)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Tiburon

Booked 14 times today

The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina presents a dynamic new social dining experience and vibrant community clubhouse in the heart of Tiburon – Marin County’s charming waterfront neighborhood along the San Francisco Bay. Award-winning chef Michael Mina and hospitality veteran Brent Bolthouse joined forces with renowned interior designer Martin Brudnizki to create a lively bohemian atmosphere with bold cuisine, five-star service, and thoughtful touchpoints that pay homage to Tiburon’s storied past. The menu presents elevated California cuisine options for dinner, late-night and weekend brunch, as well as a robust wine list and inventive craft cocktails.Spanning nearly 12,000 square feet across two floors with 5,000 square feet of outdoor waterfront space on its expansive patios, The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina boasts spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay, San Francisco skyline, Tiburon Marina, Angel Island and beyond.

5. Ditas

3.9

Excellent(161)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Sausalito

Booked 4 times today

Ditas is Sausalito’s newest culinary gem. Since its opening in 2023, the destination restaurant has garnered rave reviews for its attentive service, and awe-inspiring views. Occupying the former principal yacht club of San Francisco, Ditas offers the most breathtaking bay and city vistas in Sausalito, making it the perfect choice for those seeking a memorable upscale dining experience. We bring the authentic California Coastal Cuisine on the table. Dining is offered on our heated patio that over looks the bay, in the dining room, in our private dining room as well as in our lounge. In addition to great food in the lounge you can enjoy the finest cocktails served just for you!

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6. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.1

Excellent(1990)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Nob Hill

Booked 11 times today

A visit to San Francisco is not complete without experiencing Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar. The Tonga Room offers exceptional Polynesian Cuisine in a tropical setting that includes thunder and rainstorms. It is the perfect escape after a busy day of meetings or shopping along Union Square. Be sure to try the Mai Tai, voted the City's best by Conde Nast Traveler.Dinner is seated on a first-come first-served basis for all parties under 10. Hurricane Bar guests are welcomed on a first-come first-served basis.The Island Groove performs a live set starting at 7:00 pm. A $15 per person cover charge applies to all guests seated in the restaurant or bar during the entertainment, regardless of the time they arrive.If you would like to make a reservation for 10 or more people to the Tonga Room, please give us a call at 415-772-5000 or email us at tongaroom@fairmont.com.

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7. The Spinnaker - Sausalito

4.5

Awesome(5398)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sausalito

Booked 18 times today

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR DINING ( MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE WHEN REQUESTED) WITH WATER VIEWSOPEN EVERYDAY FROM 11 AM0 AM

8. Morella

3.6

Very Good(7)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 23 times today

Morella celebrates the gastronomic influences that immigrants from European countries, particularly Spain and Italy, had on Argentinian cuisine in the decades following the mass migrations at the turn of the 20th century. Morella features traditional empanadas, wood-smoked meats, pastas and internationally inspired drinks — all meant to be enjoyed in a bright convivial space. Our name, Morella, is a derivative of the word Morel, the earthy, nutty, and rare mushroom that is prized by chefs and restaurant connoisseurs, and is featured selectively in our menu who cousins make appearances in our vibrant decor.

9. Wildseed

4.7

Exceptional(114)

Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 59 times today

We're bringing San Francisco a 100% plant-based restaurant with a menu of fresh, flavorful and hearty food full of all the ingredients you need and none of the ones you don't - to satisfy all your cravings and keep you feeling good. Because every meal is an opportunity to choose better. Better for you, better for the planet.5% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.

10. Serafina SF

4.9

Exceptional(429)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 19 times today

Serafina is a little gem of a restaurant, perched on top of Nob Hill, with views overlooking the city and Bay Bridge. Serafina was owner Maurizio Bruschi’s grandmother, and the name of her eponymous restaurant in the heart of Trastevere (Rome), where Maurizio first began making pizza at the age of 14. The executive chef is Umberto Cannarsa, a successful chef from Rome, who left his own restaurant in Rome to work with Maurizio again. The menu offers everything, including vegetarian options, but specializes in innovative Italian fish dishes, including fresh calamari, stuffed with olives, escarole, anchovies, drizzled with a potato leek sauce, as well as homemade pastas and dolci. The space is warm and elegant, where neighbors and friends can come together.

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maryvip
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Original Joes is simply the best! The staff is incredible and the food hits every single time! You can’t leave without a dirty martini, spicy rig, and butter cake!
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Original Joe's - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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4.7
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Davidvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •377 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very memorable food , service, ambience! Everything is so unusual & most delicious of anything you can imagine. One drawback to our experience: 2 times (one seating after another) they put parents with 2 small children & stroller next to tables of us celebrating birthdays. The children were cranky & disruptive. It put a damper on our enjoyment. I don’t think this is a restaurant for children & I don’t think the parents enjoyed their time. Hopefully next time this will not be happening.
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BoulevardPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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Diane
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Exceptional experience for Thanksgiving! Prix fixe with many options. Portions were relatively large. Service was fabulous and attentive. Background music was perfect. Always a pleasure!!
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The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina TiburonPrice: Expensive• Californian• Tiburon
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4.6
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Debbievip
San Francisco Bay Area •43 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Marvelous dining experience. Wine paring for the two of us was perfect and every dish was prepared to perfection. The knowledgable, gracious and attentive staff is to be commended. We were greeted warmly upon arrival which set the tone for the superior level of service received.
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Gary DankoPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Fisherman's Wharf
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4.8
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Nick
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
Had a large party of 9 with a nice large table on the window with spectacular water views. Prices are a bit high for the portion size, but you are getting good value on your dining experience with excellent food, views, beautiful decor and attentive service.
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DitasPrice: Expensive• Californian• Sausalito
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3.9

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69 restaurants available nearby

1. Gary Danko

2. Original Joe's - San Francisco

3. Boulevard

4. The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina Tiburon

5. Ditas

6. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

7. The Spinnaker - Sausalito

8. Morella

9. Wildseed

10. Serafina SF

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