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Dining Out for Thanksgiving
SAN FRANCISCO

THANKSGIVING

If laboring in the kitchen all day doesn't sound like your idea of a holiday, leave it to the professionals to prepare your Thanksgiving meal. For an all-American feast of turkey and all the trimmings, visit these restaurants in San Francisco/Bay Area. And best of all? No dishes to wash.

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Anzu California
13/20
Dining Room at Anzu, San Francisco, CA Hotel Nikko San Francisco
222 Mason St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-394-1100 | Menu
Upscale hotel restaurant offering Asian-influenced California cuisine in a contemporary environment. More...

Aurea California
12/20
The Stanford Court, A Renaissance Hotel
905 California St.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-989-3500 | Menu
The Stanford Court's expansive, welcoming restaurant and lounge on Nob Hill. More...

Beach Chalet Brewpub
12/20
Dining Room at Beach Chalet, San Francisco, CA Beach Chalet
1000 Great Hwy.
San Francisco, CA 94121
415-386-8439
The draw here is the spectacular 180-degree view of the waves crashing on Ocean Beach. More...

Bourbon Steak Steakhouse
15/20
Dining Room at Bourbon Steak, San Francisco, CA The Westin St. Francis
335 Powell St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-397-3003 | Menu
Dinner at Michael Mina's high-end steakhouse is anything but stodgy. More...

Campton Place Restaurant French
15/20
Dining Room at Campton Place Restaurant, San Francisco, CA Campton Place Hotel
340 Stockton St.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-955-5555 | Menu
Chef Srijith Gopinathan focuses on inspired fusion fare grounded in French technique. More...

Chenery Park American
12/20
683 Chenery St.
San Francisco, CA 94131
415-337-8537 | Menu
A friendly neighborhood restaurant that draws a mostly local crowd craving straightforward American cuisine. More...

First Crush Restaurant, Wine Bar & Lounge Contemporary
13/20
101 Cyril Magnin St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-982-7874 | Menu
Relaxed restaurant and lounge with a focus on wine and the food that pairs well with it. More...

The Franciscan Crab Restaurant Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at The Franciscan Crab Restaurant, San Francisco, CA Pier 43 1/2
San Francisco, CA 94133
415-362-7733 | Menu
House-made burrata, whole roasted Dungeness crab and a salumi bar make The Franciscan Crab Restaurant a destination for locals as well as tourists. More...

Garcon French
13/20
Dining Room at Garcon, San Francisco, CA 1101 Valencia St.
San Francisco, CA 94110
415-401-8959 | Menu
Friendly corner bistro with a snappy interior and dishes that extend past the traditional fare. More...

Harris' Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Harris 2100 Van Ness Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-673-1888 | Menu
The dining room indulges diners and 21-day aged cuts are offered alongside the typical steakhouse sides. More...

House of Prime Rib Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at House of Prime Rib, San Francisco, CA 1906 Van Ness Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-885-4605 | Menu
If you’re looking for a serene atmosphere, this is not the place; but if you want prime rib, it is. More...

L'Olivier French
14/20
465 Davis Ct.
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-981-7824 | Menu
This popular place for business lunches becomes a romantic dining spot by night. More...

La Scene Cafe & Bar California
13/20
Warwick Hotel San Francisco
490 Geary St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-292-6430 | Menu
Classy, sophisticated restaurant at the Warwick Hotel San Francisco. More...

LarkCreekSteak Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at LarkCreekSteak, San Francisco, CA Westfield San Francisco Centre
845 Market St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-593-4100 | Menu
This stylish enclave from Bradley Ogden and Michael Dellar gives a Northern California makeover to the traditional, upscale steak restaurant. More...

Le Colonial Vietnamese
13/20
20 Cosmo Pl.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-931-3600 | Menu
The décor evokes the exotic civility of French colonial Southeast Asia; entrées are a celebration of interesting flavors. More...

Luna Park American
13/20
Dining Room at Luna Park, San Francisco, CA 694 Valencia St.
San Francisco, CA 94110
415-553-8584 | Menu
Fun, flavorful comfort food in a hip, cocktail-driven restaurant on Valencia. More...

McCormick & Kuleto's Seafood Restaurant Seafood
13/20
Ghirardelli Square
900 North Point St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-929-1730 | Menu
A restaurant in Ghirardelli Square with an encyclopedic seafood menu and panoramic views of the waterfront and San Francisco Bay. More...

Millennium Restaurant California
14/20
Dining Room at Millennium Restaurant, San Francisco, CA The Hotel California
580 Geary St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-345-3900 | Menu
Vegetarian restaurant known for its gourmet menu highlighting organic ingredients. More...

Palio d'Asti Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Palio d 640 Sacramento St.
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-395-9800 | Menu
Sleek Italian eatery has good house-made antipasti, crisp brick-oven fired pizzas and wonderful baked eggplant Parmigiana. More...

Paragon Restaurant American
13/20
701 Second St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-537-9020 | Menu
Classy venue near SBC Park serving American brasserie fare. More...

Park Chalet American
13/20
Golden Gate Park
1000 Great Hwy.
San Francisco, CA 94121
415-386-8439 | Menu
A garden restaurant and microbrewery near the ocean at the foot of Golden Gate Park. More...

Perry's American
12/20
1944 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415-922-9022 | Menu
Perry’s has some of the best hamburgers in town, served on poppyseed rolls with all the messy trimmings. More...

The Plant Cafe Organic California
12/20
Pier 3, The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-984-1973 | Menu
Environmentally-sound restaurant offers views of the Bay and guilt-free, healthful meals. More...

Le P'tit Laurent French
14/20
Dining Room at Le P 699 Chenery St.
San Francisco, CA 94131
415-334-3235 | Menu
Le P’tit Laurent offers well-prepared, old-fashioned French cooking. More...

RN74 California
14/20
Dining Room at RN74, San Francisco, CA Millennium Tower
301 Mission St.
San Francisco, CA 94105
415-543-7474 | Menu | Video
Serious wine enthusiasts will appreciate the 3,000-bottle list and professional service at this Michael Mina establishment. More...

Roots Restaurant California
14/20
Dining Room at Roots Restaurant, San Francisco, CA Orchard Garden Hotel
466 Bush St.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-659-0349 | Menu
Impressive, affordable Cal-Med cuisine and warm service set apart this eco-friendly restaurant in the lobby of the Orchard Garden Hotel. More...

Rue Saint Jacques French
14/20
1098 Jackson St.
San Francisco, CA 94133
415-776-2002 | Menu
Unpretentious and charming neighborhood restaurant with quality French cuisine and reasonably priced wines. More...

Top of the Mark California
13/20
Dining Room at Top of the Mark, San Francisco, CA InterContinental Mark Hopkins Hotel
1 Nob Hill
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-616-6916 | Menu
Enjoy the view of San Francisco from this dining room at the top of the InterContinental Mark Hopkins. More...

Urban Tavern American
13/20
Dining Room at Urban Tavern, San Francisco, CA Hilton San Francisco
333 O'Farrell St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-923-4400 | Menu
A modern spin on the traditional pub, offering dressed-up comfort food in a sophisticated setting. More...


MARIN COUNTY

Boca Steak & Seafood Steakhouse
14/20
340 Ignacio Blvd.
Novato, CA 94949
415-883-0901 | Menu
One of Marin’s best-designed restaurants is also a destination for its steaks and fresh-grilled seafood with an Argentine accent. More...

Brick & Bottle American
14/20
Dining Room at Brick & Bottle, Corte Madera, CA 55 Tamal Vista Blvd.
Corte Madera, CA 94925
415-924-3366
Bustling and clubby, this large restaurant has become a hip destination for cocktails, pizzas, and California and American cuisine. More...

Buckeye Roadhouse American
13/20
Dining Room at Buckeye Roadhouse, Mill Valley, CA 15 Shoreline Hwy.
Mill Valley, CA 94941
415-331-2600 | Menu
Creative twists on modern American comfort food attract crowds to this hunting lodge-style restaurant. More...

Left Bank French
14/20
Dining Room at Left Bank, Larkspur, CA Blue Rock Inn
507 Magnolia Ave.
Larkspur, CA 94939
415-927-3331 | Menu
Roland Passot's elegant Left Bank delivers satisfying cuisine of the sort that a French grand-mère would cook. More...

Poggio Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Poggio, Sausalito, CA 777 Bridgeway
Sausalito, CA 94965
415-332-7771 | Menu
Elegantly designed Italian restaurant featuring seasonal dishes in addition to artful pizzas. More...

Rickey's American
13/20
Inn Marin
250 Entrada Dr.
Novato, CA 94949
415-883-9477 | Menu
Hidden inside Marin's “greenest” hotel, Rickey's offers both comfortable indoor dining and a poolside experience reminiscent of a resort. More...

The Tavern at Lark Creek American
13/20
Dining Room at The Tavern at Lark Creek, Larkspur, CA 234 Magnolia Ave.
Larkspur, CA 94939
415-924-7766 | Menu
Rustic and clubby, this remake of the Lark Creek Inn is one of Marin’s hottest destinations for American comfort food. More...

Yankee Pier Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Yankee Pier, Larkspur, CA 286 Magnolia Ave.
Larkspur, CA 94939
415-924-7676 | Menu
Enjoy down-to-earth seafood in a friendly, informal atmosphere that makes you think of picnics and shore adventures. More...


EAST BAY

Bridges Restaurant & Bar California
14/20
44 Church St.
Danville, CA 94526
925-820-7200 | Menu
First-rate cuisine, some of it with a pronounced Asian influence. More...

Faz Danville Mediterranean
14/20
600 Hartz Ave.
Danville, CA 94526
925-838-1320 | Menu
Thoughtfully prepared Mediterranean fare is offered in a picturesque setting. More...

Faz Pleasanton Mediterranean
14/20
5121 Hopyard Rd.
Pleasanton, CA 94588
925-460-0444 | Menu
Wood-fired meats, roasted vegetables and more. More...

FIVE Modern American
14/20
Dining Room at FIVE, Berkeley, CA Hotel Shattuck Plaza
2086 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
510-845-7300 | Menu
Authentically retro-chic Berkeley dining room plays host to a thoughtful farm-to-table menu. More...

Kincaid's Bayhouse Seafood
13/20
1 Franklin St.
Oakland, CA 94607
510-835-8600
Pacific Ocean vistas accentuate a varied seafood-driven menu. More...

Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill, Oakland, CA 1520 Lakeside Dr.
Oakland, CA 94612
510-208-5253 | Menu
A prize waterfront location, historic building and vibrant atmosphere give this friendly seafood restaurant, bar and grill multifaceted appeal. More...

Lark Creek Walnut Creek American
14/20
Dining Room at Lark Creek Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA 1360 Locust St.
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
925-256-1234 | Menu
A warm, sophisticated Lark Creek property featuring the group's inviting farm-to-table American cuisine. More...

Meritage at the Claremont California
13/20
Dining Room at Meritage at the Claremont, Berkeley, CA Claremont Hotel Club & Spa
41 Tunnel Rd.
Berkeley, CA 94705
510-549-8510 | Menu
A fresh look keeps the vibe young at this luxurious restaurant, without sacrificing the Claremont’s prestigious dining history. More...

Montclair Bistro California
12/20
6118 Medau Pl.
Oakland, CA 94611
510-482-8282 | Menu
Old-school bistro eating in a quaint, Tudor-style home. More...

Pican Southern
No Rating
Dining Room at Pican, Oakland, CA 2295 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94612
510-834-1000 | Menu
Sparkling Southern-style cuisine in a glamorous Oakland setting. More...

Spenger's Fresh Fish Grotto Seafood
12/20
Dining Room at Spenger 1919 Fourth St.
Berkeley, CA 94710
510-845-7771 | Menu
An East Bay seafood landmark rich in history and charm. More...

Yankee Pier Lafayette Seafood
12/20
Lafayette Mercantile Building
3593 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
925-283-4100 | Menu
A family-friendly, bright and bustling seafood house with New England flair. More...

PENINSULA

Cetrella Mediterranean
14/20
Dining Room at Cetrella, Half Moon Bay, CA 845 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
650-726-4090 | Menu
Charming coastal restaurant that touts a warm, inviting ambience and serves sophisticated-yet-playful cuisine. More...

Left Bank French
14/20
Dining Room at Left Bank, Menlo Park, CA 635 Santa Cruz Ave.
Menlo Park, CA 94025
650-473-6543 | Menu
You'll find favorite bistro dishes at this branch of Roland Passot's venue for grand-mère's cuisine. More...

Quattro Restaurant & Bar Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Quattro Restaurant & Bar, East Palo Alto, CA Four Seasons Hotel
2050 University Ave.
East Palo Alto, CA 94303
650-470-2889 | Menu
Quattro’s contemporary Italian fare presents sophisticated flavors with a fresh and rustic edge. More...

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