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San Francisco Bistro Restaurant Reviews

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Rating
 
French/
California/
Bistro
14/20
 
3340 Steiner St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415-202-0100 | Menu
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 Marina locals are tight-lipped about this little slice of heaven, which serves French-inspired bistro fare. Read GAYOT's Bistro Aix Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
14/20
 
560 Central Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94117
415-931-7272 | Menu
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 Lively neighborhood bistro offering traditional French cuisine in a contemporary, casual environment. Read GAYOT's Bistro Central Parc Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
12/20
 
22 Belden Pl.
San Francisco, CA 94104
415-986-5673 | Menu
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 Bistro favorites abound at this French-kissed, side street café. Read GAYOT's Cafe Bastille Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
14/20
 
7 Claude Ln.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-392-3505
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 Downtown bistro with an authentic atmosphere and well-executed classics. Read GAYOT's Cafe Claude Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro/
Breakfast
14/20
 
352 Grant Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-398-2680 | Menu
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 Hip downtown bistro serves authentic French classics to tourists, expats and locals. Read GAYOT's Cafe de la Presse Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
14/20
 
1453 18th St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-824-7166 | Menu
  
 This long counter is a popular spot to find bistro fare like crêpes, a croque monsieur and a burger. Read GAYOT's Chez Maman Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Small Plates/
Bistro
14/20
 
1401 18th St.
San Francisco, CA 94110
415-824-8210 | Menu
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 This tiny Potrero Hill restaurant is bustling with good-looking diners anxious to sample the small plates of French Provencal flavors. Read GAYOT's Chez Papa Bistrot Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
California/
Bistro
15/20
 
82 14th St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-864-2191 | Menu
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 Chez Spencer dresses up this quiet block of the Mission with high-end French fare. Read GAYOT's Chez Spencer Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
California/
Bistro
13/20
 
2500 Washington St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
415-359-0075 | Menu
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 Sleek and modern restaurant features straightforward and contemporary French cuisine with an impressive wine list of lesser-known international vintages. Read GAYOT's Chouquet's Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
14/20
 
400 Dewey Blvd.
San Francisco, CA 94116
415-242-0960 | Menu
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 Head to Forest Hills to visit quaint Chouchou and taste its authentic tarts inspired by the sweets of Paris. Read GAYOT's Chouchou Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
No Rating
 
570 Fourth St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-543-0573 | Menu
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 This favorite SoMa bistro with a cozy atmosphere serves a French-Basque-influenced menu. Read GAYOT's Fringale Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
13/20
 
1101 Valencia St.
San Francisco, CA 94110
415-401-8959 | Menu
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 Friendly corner bistro with a snappy interior and dishes that extend past the traditional fare. Read GAYOT's Garcon Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
No Rating
 
1521 Hyde St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-292-4415 | Menu
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 The nightly prix-fixe dinner is a good deal at this little Southern French retreat on Russian Hill. Read GAYOT's Hyde Street Bistro Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro/
Bakery
12/20
 
44 Ellis St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-397-5397 | Menu
  
 Live jazz is the draw at this restaurant in Union Square. Read GAYOT's Jazz Bistro at Les Joulins Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
13/20
 
453 Bush St.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-391-2233 | Menu
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 An homage to the French bistro in the Financial District. Read GAYOT's Le Central Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
13/20
 
315 Fifth St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-546-6128 | Menu
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 Casual French place with dinnertime regulars who return for the prix-fixe offering. Read GAYOT's Le Charm Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
11/20
 
4063 24th St.
San Francisco, CA 94114
415-647-9400 | Menu
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 Cozy bistro offering mid-priced French fare. Read GAYOT's Le Zinc Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Bistro
13/20
 
860 Folsom St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-995-2061 | Menu
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 Bustling restaurant and bar serving bistro-style American cuisine. Read GAYOT's Oola Restaurant & Bar Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
14/20
 
699 Chenery St.
San Francisco, CA 94131
415-334-3235 | Menu
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 Le P’tit Laurent offers well-prepared, old-fashioned French cooking. Read GAYOT's Le P'tit Laurent Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Bistro/
Breakfast
13/20
 
2298 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415-775-2200 | Menu
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 Sup inside or out on upscale bistro fare at this café bathed in Union Street sunshine. Read GAYOT's Rose's Cafe Restaurant Review

 
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