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1. Frances
4.9
Exceptional(3662)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • The Castro
Booked 27 times today
At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.
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2. Starbelly
4.5
Awesome(1584)
Price: Moderate
• American • The Castro
Booked 37 times today
Starbelly is a modern, urban restaurant that serves California Comfort food in the heart of The Castro. Our garden patio and fun atmosphere make Starbelly a neighborhood favorite, serving lunch, brunch and dinner. Our craft cocktails, beer and wine lists all play well with our seasonal menu.
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3. Canela Bistro & Wine Bar
4.8
Exceptional(1574)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • The Castro
Booked 11 times today
Take a trip to Spain without your passport! Established in 2011, Canela's Spanish and California cuisine has been drawing in locals and visitors alike. Crafted with a mix of ingredients and wines imported from Spain as well as California's bounty, Canela's mix of tapas and paella is made to please. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors with you in mind. Honored to be awarded a Certified Restaurant from Spain by the Spanish Trade Commission, we offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.
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4. Fable - SF
4.7
Exceptional(2194)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • The Castro
Booked 32 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.
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5. L'Ardoise
4.8
Exceptional(3375)
Price: Expensive
• French • The Castro
Booked 39 times today
French Bistro serving traditional and authentic fare in a cozy atmosphere.
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6. Catch French Bistro
4.3
Awesome(76)
Price: Expensive
• French • Daly City
Booked 6 times today
Welcome to our new French restaurant,where we specialise in exquisite seafood dishes and feature live piano music every weekend.Our Charming venue is located at 2362 market street,San francisco,CA,94114,offering a warm and elegant atmosphere perfect for an unforgettable dining experience.
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7. La Mediterranee
4.5
Awesome(13)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • The Castro
Booked 1 time today
Consistently voted “Best Middle Eastern” and “Best Mediterranean” in the San Francisco Bay Area.Since 1981, La Méditerranée Noe, situated in the heart of the Castro District, has been serving award winning dishes to locals and visitors alike. Mid-East and Mediterranean cuisine is inspired by Armenian and Lebanese family recipes. Each dish is made using only the finest spices and freshest ingredients, and our catering platters are perfect for get-togethers of all kinds. Serving affordable lunch specials, Happy Hour, and dinner specials, our cozy café is always welcoming. Locals love to catch a sunny table at our sidewalk seating for our weekend brunch! With good food at reasonable prices, and service that is always friendly, La Mediterranee Noe is proud to be a bright spot in the community!
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8. Willkommen
4.7
Exceptional(138)
Price: Moderate
• Beer Garden • The Castro
Booked 1 time today
Willkommen is an indoor Biergarten and casual dining Sausage Haus created by Black Hammer Brewing and Rosamunde Sausage Grill. The sun-dappled interior features 20-foot ceilings, full-height windows, a lush living wall, 14-foot Japanese maple trees, a mural and 40-foot LED sculpture by local artists, a professional sound system, three 4K TVs, and extensive communal seating.Note: Automatic 20% gratuity on parties of 6 or more.
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9. Che Fico San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(1903)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 100 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.
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10. State Bird Provisions
4.8
Exceptional(3258)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Western Addition
Booked 134 times today
State Bird Provisions started as a recipe for serving quail, it has slowly evolved into a restaurant without any programmed elements.

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    San Francisco Bay Area •35 reviews
    5.0
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    StarbellyPrice: Moderate• American• The Castro
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    4.5
  • Sharon
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    It's a lovely restaurant and there is obvious are with both food and service.
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    L'ArdoisePrice: Expensive• French• The Castro
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    4.8
  • FrancescoVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Fable is one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants in the Castro, my go-to. I love their patio dining, and the food is consistently good. This visit did not disappoint. The service and our server were fabulous. Our group ordered the pork chop, which was the hit of the evening. It was juicy, full of flavor, and served with roasted Brussels sprouts and sweet potato mash—a great combination. Someone ordered the cheeseburger, and it was good, consistent with prior visits. The only item we wouldn't order again was the cioppino. The person who ordered it said the soup lacked depth and complexity, and there was no crab in the dish. Overall, it was bland, even after they added the house-made habanero sauce.
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    Fable - SFPrice: Moderate• Californian• The Castro
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    4.7
  • JanetVIP
    California Central Coast •109 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Lovely drinks. Great service! Enjoyed our tapas and LOVED the PAELLA! 🥘 Surprised that the pumpkin bread pudding was served cold and a bit underwhelming but the dark chocolate and coconut cake was fantastic. 🥂 Will be back and recommend!
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    Canela Bistro & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Spanish• The Castro
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    4.8
  • LaurenVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    After 15 years Frances is going strong! Beautifully prepared and delicious dishes, attentive but not intrusive service, and a calm and friendly environment are why we keep coming back.
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    FrancesPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• The Castro
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    4.9

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