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1. Sushi Hakko
4.7
Exceptional(275)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 5 times today
Sushi Hakko is a foodie's paradise, as evidenced by the rave reviews. The restaurant is renowned for its top-notch sushi experience, with a unique blend of Edo-mae style and Western skill. The dishes are exceptional, with one reviewer mentioning the 'super high-end omakase' and another praising the 'tasting menu at the sushi bar'. The staff is knowledgeable and attentive, making for an overall delightful dining experience.
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2. Nopa - San Francisco
4.6
Exceptional(3536)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 68 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.
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3. The Progress
4.8
Exceptional(2472)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Western Addition
Booked 58 times today
The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.
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4. Frances
4.8
Exceptional(3659)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • The Castro
Booked 11 times today
At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.
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5. Che Fico San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(1889)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 58 times today
Che Fico, is a California Italian restaurant from Chefs David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer in San Francisco's NOPA neighborhood. The food focuses on Italian cuisine through the lens of California. It’s our vision of Northern California as if it is a region in Italy, our connection to the region, and our love for Italian culinary practices. The rustic, market-driven menu features handmade pasta, pizzas, antipasti, housemade salumi, meat, and fish plus dishes from the Jewish-Roman heritage known as “Cucina Ebraica.” The beverage program focuses heavily on both Italian and Californian wines with a cocktail program that utilizes a variety of spirits, amaros, and seasonal ingredients. Che Fico is a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food, and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance.
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6. Foreign Cinema
4.8
Exceptional(8828)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Mission District
Booked 131 times today
Foreign Cinema is a foodie's paradise in San Francisco. It combines Californian-Mediterranean cuisine with independent films, creating a unique dining experience. Reviewers rave about the 'fresh and delicious' food, 'exquisite' ambiance, and 'attentive service'. The menu changes throughout the year, ensuring a new and exciting culinary experience each time. The outdoor courtyard screening of 35mm films at dusk adds a charming touch to the place.
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7. Seven Hills
4.8
Exceptional(2456)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Russian Hill
Booked 32 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!
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8. Niku Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(812)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • SOMA
Booked 39 times today
Located in San Francisco’s Design District, Niku Steakhouse is a meat-focused restaurant, highlighting an in-house dry aging program, exclusive cuts of coveted Japanese A5 wagyu with an emphasis on wood fired cooking. Niku, by the Omakase Restaurant Group, hosts a dining room oriented around a roaring custom binchotan charcoal and wood-fired grill, where guests watch as Executive Chef Dustin Falcon (Lazy Bear, The French Laundry) and his team prepare steaks to perfection. At Niku, there is a true marriage of American and Japanese sensibilities. Falcon’s cooking is driven by the terroir of Northern California — which finds its way onto the menu through foraged ingredients and products from local farmers — met with the highest quality domestic and A5 Japanese Beef.
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9. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco
3.9
Excellent(2007)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Nob Hill
Booked 35 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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10. Gary Danko
4.8
Exceptional(1647)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf
Booked 29 times today
Twenty-five years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.In a warm, enveloping space overhung with fresh flowers and vibrant artworks, an evening at Gary Danko is both intimate and theatrical—a loving nod to an old-world dining experience with its heart thoroughly planted in the new: fresh, locally grown and raised foods drawn from the region’s vast seasonal offerings, prepared with precision and flair.

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  • Nicole
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Service was fantastic! We loved the food, and really enjoyed how fresh everything was. Would love to return!
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    Nopa - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
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    4.6
  • Carlos
    West Palm Beach •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Very nice experience overall , very good service and food
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    FrancesPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• The Castro
    •
    4.8
  • Tim
    Los Angeles •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    These are innovative, awake and aware professionals. The original energy and spirit of the restaurant are alive and evolving. Service: Excellent. Food: Excellent. Ambience: Excellent, energetic, present, engaging. This is what an exceptional experience feels like. Thanks to everyone at The Progress.
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    The ProgressPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Western Addition
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    4.8
  • Lindsay
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Service, quality, flavor: all impeccable. The gardiniera was so perfectly balanced, fresh and interesting with celery, radish, and fennel. I knew it would be great, but was even better than that. My table mate who doesn’t generally care for anything pickled was blown away. The chicories were gorgeous, colorful, and delicious. The tagliatelle was absolutely stunning both texturally and depth of flavor. Tiramisu and chocolate budino are exquisite, truly. Save room for dessert. I loved the NA passion fruit cocktail and sparkling blanc de blanc. Such a treat to have something n thoughtful and delicious for folks who aren’t drinking. It’s a beautiful dining room. I sat on the banquet on the south wall and felt like I was under a spotlite. A little less overhead light intensity would take it from a 9 to a 10.
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    Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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    4.7
  • AmyVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 24, 2024
    Sushi Hakko wasone of the BEST omakase I've been to!! Each dish is so tasty and innovative! The chef is incredibly kind too! 100% recommend!
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    Sushi HakkoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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    4.7

Discover best foodies restaurants in Cow Hollow

Discover the vibrant culinary landscape of Cow Hollow, a charming neighborhood in the San Francisco Bay Area renowned for its diverse dining scene catering to foodies. This area boasts a selection of restaurants that reflect a fusion of global flavors with a strong emphasis on farm-to-table freshness and innovative cuisine. Whether you're craving meticulously crafted dishes or casual, comforting eats, Cow Hollow offers a variety of dining experiences that prioritize quality and creativity. Each restaurant in this locale presents a unique atmosphere, ranging from intimate and rustic settings to modern and lively venues, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience for every occasion. The commitment to excellence is evident in the attentive service and thoughtfully curated menus that cater to a wide range of dietary preferences and culinary tastes. For those looking to explore the essence of San Francisco's food culture, Cow Hollow is a must-visit destination, providing not only a meal but a memorable gastronomic journey. Enjoy the ease of exploring this foodie haven through our comprehensive restaurant reservation system, designed to match you with the perfect dining spot in Cow Hollow. Whether planning a special night out or a casual dining experience, our system helps you discover and book according to your culinary desires and needs, ensuring a satisfying and delightful meal.

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