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1. La Connessa
4.7
Exceptional(356)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Mission Bay / South Beach
Booked 43 times today
## La Connessa: A Modern Italian Gem in San Francisco Step into La Connessa and be transported to a world of culinary delight. This modern Italian trattoria, nestled in the heart of Potrero Hill, offers a vibrant atmosphere and a menu that celebrates the best of Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist. The space is a feast for the eyes, boasting a stunning slate blue and metallic gold palette, an expansive illuminated bar, and exceptional art deco design. High ceilings and a beautiful, elevated vibe create a perfect setting for both special occasions and casual meals. The menu, crafted with the finest hand-selected ingredients, features a range of classic dishes reimagined with modern influences. From expertly blistered wood-fired pizzas to hearty secondi selections, including hand-made pastas, bistecca, and local seafood, La Connessa promises an unforgettable dining experience. Start your journey with delectable antipasti like roasted jimmy nardello peppers and roasted artichokes. Then, indulge in the signature Spaghettino al Limone, a symphony of flavors with fresh lemon, garlic, and parmesan. For a truly special occasion, savor the succulent bistecca, grilled to perfection and served with seasonal vegetables. No Italian meal is complete without a touch
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2. Mochica
4.6
Exceptional(1387)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • Potrero Hill / Dogpatch
Booked 5 times today
----------*Our beautiful city of San Francisco gets chilly at night, Do not forget your jacket.*Due to Limited tables, every table has a time limit of 90 minutes.*Punctually is important, we will patiently wait 10 minutes past reservation time, then table will be given away. ------San Francisco’s critically acclaimed Mochica is the home of Peruvian Fusion. Long considered one of San Francisco's best kept secrets, Chef Carlos Altamirano prominently features the unmistakable touch of Peru, with the distinct flavors of regional spices in every dish; yet with unexpected and delightful twists.
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3. House of Prime Rib
4.8
Exceptional(15963)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 171 times today
62 years of loyal customers can't be wrong. We are grateful to all of our customers, employees, and critics (...though we may not always agree!). The only way to find out the truth is with a visit. Oft imitated, never duplicated. Thank you in advance.
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4. Foreign Cinema
4.7
Exceptional(8868)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Mission District
Booked 126 times today
Foreign Cinema is a beloved neighborhood gem in San Francisco's Mission District. It's a unique dining experience combining Californian-Mediterranean cuisine with independent films, creating an airy, chic atmosphere. Reviews rave about the inventive food, attentive service, and fantastic ambiance. One reviewer said, 'Foreign Cinema is one of those extraordinary gems in an ever changing culinary world.' Another highlighted, 'It’s definitely a classic place to visit if you’re looking for a great date spot or some nice solo dining.' It's an oasis in a neighborhood that's not to be missed!
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5. Kokkari Estiatorio
4.8
Exceptional(9204)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 162 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.
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6. The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(6196)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 93 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.
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7. Elena's
4.7
Exceptional(594)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal
Booked 160 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. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!
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8. Little Original Joe's -- Marina
4.8
Exceptional(72)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 88 times today
Welcome to Little Original Joe's -- an Italian-American neighborhood eatery featuring pizza, pasta, and parmigiana in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood! Limited reservations are available for up to 6 guests -- we look forward to seeing you soon!
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9. The Progress
4.8
Exceptional(2509)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Western Addition
Booked 56 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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10. Waterbar
4.6
Exceptional(10995)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 80 times today
Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront with spectacular panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, exceptional design, and a menu of the freshest sustainable fish and seafood. Featuring stunning outdoor (dog-friendly) dining on the waterfront patio, a relaxed atmosphere and floor-to-ceiling circular aquariums filled with an eye-catching array of fish and marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Waterbar is not to be missed.
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  • MauraVIP
    California Central Coast •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Always the best service in town. From the hostess to bartender to our server, everyone has our unique experiences in mind. In the hospitality world we talk a lot about “surprise and delight” moments for guests, of varying size depending on the group, occasion, etc, and foreign cinema always gets them JUUUST right. Not to mention the food is always superb
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    Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission District
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    4.7
  • WendyVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    The staff was exceptionally warm, Kokkari is still as cozy and delicious as ever. A classic San Francisco staple.
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    Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
    •
    4.8
  • Margarita
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Food was great, portions was bigger than I remember especially the King Henry VIII. Great value!
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    House of Prime RibPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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    4.8
  • Kishan
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We visited La Connessa to celebrate a birthday and was blown away by the service from the door to the table. the hostess greeted us with a smile and allowed us to sit at the bar while we waited for our table. the drinks we ordered were perfect! the staff did their best to help us celebrate with small gestures and phenomenal customer service. our server obviously takes pride in their job as the professionalism was beyond outstanding. would absolutely return as well as recommend to others looking for an unforgettable dining experience. Thank you again to all of the staff at La Connessa for making my lady’s birthday dinner extra special.
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    La ConnessaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Mission Bay / South Beach
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    4.7
  • MichaelVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food quality was great. Cocktails were delightful. The service was good, but could’ve been better as in being friendlier. The noise level was acceptable with lots of people bustling around. Overall, a very good experience.
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    MochicaPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• Potrero Hill / Dogpatch
    •
    4.6

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