Restaurants near San Francisco Zoo

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1. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(507)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 169 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!

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2. Original Joe's Westlake

4.8

Exceptional(4905)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Daly City

Booked 131 times today

After a two-year closure, Original Joe's, San Francisco’s quintessential Italian-American dining destination, revitalized iconic Daly City institution Joe’s of Westlake, and reintroduced it into the community as Original Joe’s Westlake. An anchor of Daly City from 1956 to 2014, Original Joe’s Westlake underwent an extensive two-year renovation, complete with a front-to-back interior remodel, including the kitchen and all dining spaces, and an exterior and landscaping overhaul. Following the Original Joe’s tradition, Westlake continues to prepare unpretentious, old-school Italian-American fare in an open kitchen for all to see. The menu is carefully crafted to reflect a past-meets-present hybrid of what Joe’s of Westlake used to be and what Original Joe’s Westlake is today.

3. Foreign Cinema

4.7

Exceptional(8833)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Mission District

Booked 166 times today

Foreign Cinema is a one of a kind, nationally acclaimed restaurant combining independent films with California-Mediterranean cooking. Enjoy an airy yet chic setting, complete with indoor dining room with a fireplace, outdoor courtyard with 35mm film screening starting at dusk, mezzanine, gallery curated by Modernism West & full bar in the main dining room. Foreign Cinema has something for everyone including their DJ/live music bar, Laszlo. Enjoy special happy hours, uniquely craft cocktails, zero proof selections, full Foreign Cinema dinner menu, and lively music to end your evening.We are currently booking for Outdoor Patio & Indoor/Standard seating 60 days in advance. A ‘standard seating’ reservation is indoor dining. Reservations for 10+ may be booked through private dining department - contact janine@foreigncinema.com for more information.

4. Ofena

4.8

Exceptional(50)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Parkside

Booked 7 times today

“Cooking, for me, is storytelling.” —Tim Humphrey, executive chef. Finalist in both “Best Italian” & “Best New Restaurant” in SFGate’s Best of the Bay. Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s Lakeside District, Ofena draws inspiration from family roots in the quaint sheep-herding village of the same name in the Abruzzo region of Italy. Chef Tim Humphrey proudly presents his ode to Italian cuisine in the form of an expertly crafted menu showcasing the bounty of California and emphasizing the flavors of Italy. Ofena takes modern Italian cuisine to the next level with a fresh, ingredient driven menu. Enjoy inventive craft cocktails in our fully stocked bar and satiate your pasta craving in our warm and intimate space. Located in the old Lakeside Cafe, we aim to continue the tradition of bringing the neighborhood together to be welcomed the Italian way - as family! Come be apart of the story at Ofena! Buon Appetito!

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5. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1894)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 86 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.

6. Spruce

4.8

Exceptional(5423)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights

Booked 60 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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7. Nopa - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3545)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 120 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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8. Roti Indian Bistro - San Francisco

4.9

Exceptional(1455)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 7 times today

ROTI Indian Bistro marries casual, contemporary styling to classic Indian cuisine. The chefs take diners on a culinary tour of India, offering a taste of the North in the Tandoori meat dishes and hints of the South in the vegetarian curries. Fresh breads are available from the tandoor, a mesquite- fired clay oven unique to Indian cooking. Traditional freshly house roasted Indian spices to create a diverse fresh, menu. ROTI prides itself on the dining experience - at this popular new addition to the vibrant West Portal neighborhood, refined customer service from the attentive staff and fabulous food have established a higher standard of dining for the area.

9. Fable - SF

4.7

Exceptional(2190)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • The Castro

Booked 17 times today

Fable is the best garden patio restaurant in San Francisco. In the heart of the vibrant Castro neighborhood, our patio restaurant showcases seasonal California cuisine and the best brunch in town. Join us for dinner and brunch seven days a week in a unique, all-weather outdoor dining experience. Inside Fable, our open kitchen concept shows how fresh ingredients are used to create the finished product.

10. Fiorella Sunset

4.7

Exceptional(835)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sunset District

Booked 26 times today

Fiorella is a neighborhood Italian restaurant in the heart of the Inner Sunset. We serve wood fired pizza, pasta, antipasti & Italian vino in a casual neighborhood setting. Our third and largest location of Fiorella also offers rooftop dining and features a full liquor license.

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LynnVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Elena’s has tasty food and a really kind, attentive staff. They serve delicious, thin crunchy chips.
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Elena'sPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Forest Hill / West Portal
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4.7
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Miguel
Caribbean •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
One of the best Dinning Experiences I’ve had. Their service and attention are TOP NOTCH! Every single plate we had was just incredible! Lawrence, the Chef and Owner also gave us an appetizer to try and gave my partner some cookies to take away. Highly recommended!
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Nopa - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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DavidVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •54 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We love everything about this restaurant. Will go back again and again.
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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Corey
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We always enjoy Foreign Cinema. They are great about accommodating my wheelchair, the food is fantastic, and the service is always excellent. We love it.
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Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission District
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4.7
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ShadiaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Been hearing that this is a good option if you are looking for an retro vibe, impeccable service and something like House of Prime Rib. Did not disappoint! Excellent meal and ambiance.
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Original Joe's WestlakePrice: Moderate• Italian• Daly City
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4.8

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98 restaurants available nearby

1. Elena's

2. Original Joe's Westlake

3. Foreign Cinema

4. Ofena

5. Che Fico San Francisco

6. Spruce

7. Nopa - San Francisco

8. Roti Indian Bistro - San Francisco

9. Fable - SF

10. Fiorella Sunset

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