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 Restaurant
 
Rating
 
Steakhouse/
Japanese/
American
14/20
 
244 Jackson St.
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-989-2539
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 An unconventional steakhouse that caters to modern appetites. Read GAYOT's 5A5 Steak Lounge Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
California/
Italian
14/20
 
398 Hayes St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-551-1590
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 This fashionable Belle Époque-inspired neighborhood brasserie is a favorite for dinners or after-work snacks and sips. Read GAYOT's Absinthe Brasserie & Bar Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse/
Japanese
14/20
 
448 Brannan St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-495-1111
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 Japanese accents and an adventurous spirit define the dishes at this standout steakhouse with locations in San Francisco and Cupertino. Read GAYOT's Alexander's Steakhouse Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
California
14/20
 
Hotel Vitale
8 Mission St.
San Francisco, CA 94105
415-278-3777
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 Embarcadero views and a pretty after-work scene are quietly eclipsed by the Italian-influenced cuisine. Read GAYOT's Americano Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood14/20
 
579 Castro St.
San Francisco, CA 94114
415-431-3990
  
 Anchor Oyster Bar & Seafood Market has been luring locals with a simple bait-and-hook: sparkling fresh oysters and delicious seafood. Read GAYOT's Anchor Oyster Bar & Seafood Market Restaurant Review

 
 
Spanish14/20
 
44 Belden Pl.
San Francisco, CA 94104
415-986-6287
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 A tiny outpost of Spain in the middle of San Francisco---complete with aromas of saffron and chorizo. Read GAYOT's B44 Restaurant Review

 
 
American14/20
 
The Huntington Hotel
1075 California St.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-771-1140
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 Mid-nineteenth-century San Francisco is captured in the historic images that line the walls and in the wild game on the menu. Read GAYOT's Big 4 Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
California/
Bistro
14/20
 
3340 Steiner St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415-202-0100
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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
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 Lively neighborhood bistro offering traditional French cuisine in a contemporary, casual environment. Read GAYOT's Bistro Central Parc Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Californian
14/20
 
56 Gold St.
San Francisco, CA 94133
415-433-6300
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 A soaring décor and captivating ambience mark this swanky alley hideaway near the Financial District. Read GAYOT's Bix Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse14/20
 
1450 Lombard St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415-441-8880
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 Boutique steakhouse dry-ages its Prime beef four to six weeks for optimal results. Read GAYOT's Bobo's Restaurant Review

 
 
Tapas/
Basque/
Spanish
14/20
 
710 Montgomery St.
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-982-2622
  
 Chef Gerald Hirigoyen's Jackson Square charmer serving satisfying, inexpensive tapas. Read GAYOT's Bocadillos Restaurant Review

 
 
Café/
California
14/20
 
Ferry Building Market
1 Ferry Building
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-399-1155
  
 Unique take-out shop, café and exclusive private dining space featuring haute seasonal ingredients for the ultimate mise en place. Read GAYOT's Boulettes Larder Restaurant Review

 
 
Cajun/
Creole/
Southern
14/20
 
399 Grove St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-430-6590
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 Boxing Room satisfies with its modern friendliness and dedication to traditional New Orleans and Southern Louisiana fare. Read GAYOT's Boxing Room Restaurant Review

 
 
California14/20
 
2140 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415-409-1114
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 Lively, upscale neighborhood spot offering a good happy hour, late-night menus and creative cocktails. Read GAYOT's The Brixton Restaurant Review

 
 
Fusion/
French/
Japanese
14/20
 
1638 Post St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
415-440-4959
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 A European sensibility and ornateness of cuisine mark this French-Japanese enclave in Japantown. Read GAYOT's bushi-tei Restaurant Review

 
 
Eclectic/
Pan-Asian/
Small Plates
14/20
 
Pier 33 Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-864-8999
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 For the best dining experience, stick to small plates and cocktails instead of planning a more formal, three-course dinner. Read GAYOT's Butterfly Embarcadero Restaurant Review

 
 
Indian14/20
 
320 Third St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-979-9946
  
 San Francisco chaat (Indian word for snack) house offers small plates of tasty treats. Read GAYOT's Cafe Chaat 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
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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

 
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