Best Romantic Restaurants in Presidio Heights

266 restaurants available nearby

1. Spruce

4.8

Exceptional(5365)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights

Booked 33 times today

Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!

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2. Sociale - San Francisco

4.8

Exceptional(2409)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Presidio Heights

Booked 17 times today

Sociale (say - "SO-SHEE-AH-LAY!") was born in the bistros of Florence and raised here in Presidio heights. Laughter and Italian music are heard floating up from the star-lit, heated patio greeting you from the discreet garden alley below. Families and friends leaving the frenetic pace of the city behind can experience a lighter and decidedly more Italian mood celebrating in our new private dining room, the traditional room or on the patio as the irresistible scents of warm pastas, herb-infused meats, and the sweet honey and nut coated sfingi with vanilla bean gelato shake permeate the surrounding space. Bewitching and eclectic wines from Italy and California complement the weekly changing menus that Chef Julio Mis crafts with joy and delight for our neighborhood friends!

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3. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1855)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 39 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.

4. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(811)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 49 times today

Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

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5. Nopa - San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(3516)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 65 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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6. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(9092)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 88 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

7. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(426)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 65 times today

Welcome to Elena's -- a place where a family’s love for authentic Mexican food is celebrated and combined with California-inspired elements and signature Mexican-American dishes. We offer reservations for up to 8 guests via OpenTable. At the time of your reservation, we kindly request the entire party be present to be seated. Tables will be held for up to 10 minutes after the reservation time. For parties that arrive later, the table will be released but we will do our best to accommodate the reservation with the next available table. Reservation requests via phone or email are not available at this time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

8. The Progress

4.9

Exceptional(2446)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Western Addition

Booked 42 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.

9. Foreign Cinema

4.8

Exceptional(8788)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Mission District

Booked 85 times today

Foreign Cinema is a romantic spot that combines Californian-Mediterranean cuisine with independent films. Customers rave about its 'romantic ambiance' and 'chic setting', making it an ideal place for a date night. Its outdoor courtyard with a 35mm film screening at dusk adds a touch of uniqueness. Reviewers have also praised its 'incredible service' and 'great ambiance'.

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10. Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(4164)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 60 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.

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Jake
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food, lovely atmosphere - highly recommend!
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.7
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alanvip
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
One of the best restaurants in San Francisco!! Just Great food, service and atmosphere
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Nopa - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.6
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Dori
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food is so good!!! We shared the beet salad, a margherita pizza, the butternut squash raviolis and the gnocchi. I am bot generally a fan of gnocchi but these were pure heaven! Okenty of ootions for our vegetarian party of 4. Drinks and dessert werre a smash hit too!
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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Lynn
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Very cute and cozy restaurant tucked back from the street. The starter bread rolls are so delicious, large wine list and half bottles as well. Got the pappardelle with duck and it was amazing. Start to finish, had a great dining experience.
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Sociale - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Presidio Heights
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4.8
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Colleenvip
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is what an excellent dining experience is about. From the greeter at the front, full of warm welcomes on a rainy evening to the general manager re-seating us due to a wobbly table we had the most amazing evening. Service is excellent, Christian and the house managers were attentive polite and professional. The sommelier as well chose our white and red wines and nailed it! The food goes without saying, we had pear salad, crudeo and pasta. The special white truffle pasta as a share was amazing. Duck, scallops, lobster pasta as mains. Benigets for dessert with a vanilla and dark chocolate sauce. Cocktails also supreme, old fashioned, martini's and a Paper Plate! We really had such a wonderful time and it reminded me of the wonder of our city and the talented restaurant chefs, and servers in the Presidio.
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SprucePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Presidio Heights
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4.8

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266 restaurants available nearby

1. Spruce

2. Sociale - San Francisco

3. Che Fico San Francisco

4. Dalida

5. Nopa - San Francisco

6. Kokkari Estiatorio

7. Elena's

8. The Progress

9. Foreign Cinema

10. Original Joe's - San Francisco

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