Best Historic Restaurants in Fisherman's Wharf

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BerkeleyChinatownDowntown / Union SquareFinancial District / EmbarcaderoFisherman's WharfMarina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

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42 restaurants available nearby

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The default order for search results reflects a number of factors, including table availability, restaurant location, search criteria, and restaurant reviews and ratings. In addition, payment made by a restaurant to OpenTable is also a factor for the relative ordering of restaurants.

A photo of Historic John's Grill restaurant

1. Historic John's Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7526)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 68 times today

John's Grill has been a San Francisco tradition since 1908. This historic restaurant is one of the city's oldest and most famous and is a favorite of celebrities who enjoy great steaks, expertly prepared fresh seafood with excellent service and a one of a kind atmosphere. John's Grill was a setting in author Dashiell Hammett, The Maltese Falcon.

2. Bistro Boudin

4.4

Awesome(2170)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 17 times today

Located on the upper level of Boudin at the Wharf, Bistro Boudin offers an ideal place to enjoy a leisurely meal with views of the SF Bay. Warm and inviting with beautiful dark wood accents, Bistro Boudin features a full service bar, Oyster bar and spectacular views of the waterfront. The menu is influenced by the abundance of seasonally fresh foods available in the San Francisco Bay Area and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.

3. Fior D'Italia

4.7

Exceptional(1704)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 11 times today

Let Chef Gianni Audieri create a feast for your senses in the legendary San Francisco restaurant! Located in lively North Beach, Fior d"Italia offers fine Italian dining in a welcoming, elegant and fun atmoshere.Enjoy a classic cocktail or glass of fine wine at the 1920's solid Mahogany and brass bar while chatting with locals and tourists alike. Or enjoy privacy at one of the intimate tables located by the window.Dine in the warmly lit dining room and enjoy a classic Northern Italian dish cooked from only the finest and freshest ingredients. Known for his wide range of organic ingredients, homemade pastas and sumptuous entrees, Chef Gianni has a creation to please every palette."The Fior is a labor of love" says Chef Gianni. "This business is tough but when you love cooking traditional Italian cuisine, it becomes a way of life...and fun too!"Whether on business or pleasure, come dine with us at the Oldest Italian Restaurant in America!

A photo of Original Joe's - San Francisco restaurant

4. Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(4326)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 138 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.

5. The Post Room

4.0

Excellent(204)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 12 times today

In the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square, a new Mediterranean-inspired bar and lounge called The Post Room is nestled inside the historic Beacon Grand and overlooking the hotel’s grand lobby, the vibrant social venue will serve breakfast through supper every day, with brunch served on weekends and complemented by a dazzling live music program.

A photo of The Garden Court - Luxury Collection restaurant

6. The Garden Court - Luxury Collection

4.0

Excellent(2502)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • SOMA

Booked 24 times today

Featuring innovative intercontinental cuisine, the famed Garden Court offers a superb dining experience in a glorious setting. This historic landmark serves Breakfast daily, 2 Course Prix Fixe Lunch Monday-Thursday and an enchanting Afternoon Tea on Friday and Saturday. The Garden Court features a stained glass dome, Italian marble columns, Austrian crystal chandeliers and is noted on San Francisco’s Historic Register as Landmark #18. Our Executive Chef invites you to try our signature crab salad lightly dressed in our own Green Goddess Dressing, a true Palace original created in 1923.

A photo of The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco restaurant

7. The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(6244)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 74 times today

The Rotunda serves afternoon tea seven days a week beginning at 1:30 p.m. A tea experience reservation is necessary to enjoy our daily tea service. Any dietary restrictions must be noted at least 24 hours in advance of your reservation.Please use link below to reserve your tea experience.https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=889&restref=889&experienceId=35326Let THE ROTUNDA® host your next Baby or Bridal Shower. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.*February 22, the outside elevator is under construction. Enter through any of the outside NM entrances, take any elevator to the 4th floor.

8. Nisei

4.8

Exceptional(91)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Russian Hill

Booked 7 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.

9. Starlite

4.4

Awesome(211)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 20 times today

Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.

10. Greens Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(11229)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 63 times today

Greens is open for indoor and outdoor dining, with take out available online or at our in-house kiosk. When reserving a table outdoors, we recommend bringing a jacket that is suitable for wind and chilly weather. Our heated dining pavilion is in front of the Greens building. Diners savor Greens imaginative vegetarian cuisine that features local and seasonal produce and the finest ingredients from our organic farm Green Gulch. Focusing on creative and nutritious meals balanced in flavor and textures, our menus are inspired by farmers, relationships and stories around the world. Located in Landmark Building A of the historic Fort Mason Center, Greens is home to some of the most dramatic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands that San Francisco has to offer.

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Robert
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What a classic spot. The place was packed! Every floor of the restaurant was full and still the service was attentive and enjoyable. Great menu and wine selection. Best jumbo shrimp cocktail I’ve had in a very long time. The bread pudding was delicious. The filet mignon outstanding.
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Historic John's GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Union Square
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4.7
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Steve
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The oysters on the half shell and beef stew were great. However, my fillet was ordered medium and it came almost rare. It also was very tough. Did not seem to be a fillet. When we had coffee, the cream was bad. They didn’t have any more so they brought us some streamed milk - not the same.
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Bistro BoudinPrice: Moderate• American• Fisherman's Wharf
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4.4
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AndreaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a good meal and fun time at original joes.
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Original Joe's - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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4.7
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TomVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •145 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I was on my own and sat at the bar. Started with an excellent martini. Professional service and great food.
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The Post RoomPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown / Union Square
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carmenVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 25, 2025
Authentic Italian food, Antonio spoke Italian with us, both Ravioli di Zucca and Pesto tagliatele were well balanced and delicios.
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Fior D'ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Beach
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4.7

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