Best Cozy Restaurants in Outer Mission

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1. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(471)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 87 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!

2. La Ciccia

4.7

Exceptional(2715)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Noe Valley

Booked 14 times today

La Ciccia is a cozy, family-run restaurant located in the charming Noe Valley neighborhood. Reviews mention a 'fabulous cozy atmosphere', 'warm family-run restaurant service', and 'lovely meals in the cozy room'. The menu features authentic Sardinian cuisine, with reviews praising the 'rich and flavorful' dishes and 'wonderful pasta'. The ambiance is described as 'homey', making it a favorite among locals.

3. Corzetti

4.4

Awesome(362)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 46 times today

Step off the bustling streets of Union Square and into a glamorous, coastal Italian getaway. Corzetti is a Ligurian restaurant and bar that evokes summers spent on the Italian Riviera where life moves at a slower pace, and seaside restaurants serve up menus influenced by the day’s catch and peak-season produce from the region.Chef Tali Missirlian's focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and handmade pasta reflects our commitment to sustainability and quality. You'll find fresh seafood-forward dishes on our menu including pizza, pasta and more, which pair perfectly with creative cocktails from our bar and an extensive list of Italian wines. Come in for lunch, happy hour, or a quick dinner before a show. Host birthday parties and get togethers in our private dining room. From our cozy and intimate atmosphere to our knowledgeable and attentive service, Corzetti invites you to savor the essence of Liguria's relaxed seaside culture in the heart of the city.

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4. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1879)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 50 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.

5. Zuni Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(7845)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 60 times today

Zuni Café opened in San Francisco, California on February 15, 1979. Our daily changing menus are inspired by seasonal organic ingredients and incorporate traditional French and Italian cuisine. As Zuni continues to evolve, in its own distinctive and delicious way, it strives to remain the way it’s always been: at the same time rustic and cosmopolitan, audacious and familiar, intimate and convivial.RESERVATIONS ARE TAKEN UP TO 4 WEEKS IN ADVANCE.TABLES ARE RESERVED FOR A 2 HOUR TIME LIMIT.

6. The Progress

4.8

Exceptional(2465)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Western Addition

Booked 41 times today

The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.

7. 3rd Cousin

4.6

Exceptional(570)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Bernal Heights

Cozy, intimate and romantic...Chef Greg Lutes has created a unique, innovative dining destination in Bernal Heights. Renowned for his Uni Crème Brûlée as well as well as his global approach to Californian Cuisine. Take a journey of the senses with his tasting menu or sit back and create your own menu. Polished service and a extensive wine list make dining at 3rd Cousin an event to savor and remember.

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8. Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club

4.9

Exceptional(854)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 21 times today

***Best Jazz Club in the City, by San Francisco Magazine***Mr. Tipple’s is a craft cocktail bar featuring live jazz.-Reservations have a 90min time limit from reservation time. There is a $20/guest min for table serviceMr. Tipple’s heralds back to a 1950s NYC basement. Cozy. Dark. Boozy. The intimate setting features local jazz artists up close and personal. It’s a joint where you come as you are, hear great music, tap your toes, and sip a properly chilled cocktail.-My name is Mr. Tipple. Just a simple and laughable bloke hailing from London. I run a recording studio. My friends joke that you’ll oft find me spinning cocktails, not reeling tape. After a few too many, I usually just sit back and enjoy the music, having forgotten to hit record. Regardless, the band is always jiving, the whiskey is always cold, and we’re having a smashing good time.

9. NOVY

4.7

Exceptional(703)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Noe Valley

Booked 22 times today

We do our best to make as many tables available for reservations, but we also keep some seats in our bar area available for walk-ins SO if you don't see a table available, please call in and we will do our best to save you a spot! NOVY is a Greek restaurant in the San Francisco Noe Valley district. We are a family-run and woman-owned Greek restaurant. NOVY is our nickname for Noe Valley. We are a neighborhood restaurant serving Greek food alongside fresh California favorites. All of our beer and wine is on tap to do our part in eliminating waste. NOVY strives to provide a personal and delicious dining experience in a polished setting.

10. L'Ardoise

4.9

Exceptional(3364)

Price: Expensive

• French • The Castro

Booked 8 times today

L'Ardoise is a cozy French bistro in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood. As one reviewer put it, 'The atmosphere at L'Ardoise is cozy and inviting, with warm lighting, rustic wooden furniture, and elegant decor that exudes a sense of authenticity.' Another reviewer highlighted the 'cozy bistro setting', and noted that the restaurant creates 'a warm, friendly environment'. The consistent high ratings for ambience suggest a strong consensus among diners that L'Ardoise is indeed a cozy spot for a delightful meal.

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RobertVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food and service were both outstanding. Will definitely be back!
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CorzettiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Union Square
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4.4
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Carlos
Tahoe / Reno Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Here’s the revised review: I had an excellent experience overall at Elena’s! The drinks were fantastic, and the atmosphere was perfect. The bartender was awesome—super attentive and friendly. The busboys were amazing, going above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Honestly, they gave me better service than my waitress, who wasn’t quite on the ball. While her service left something to be desired, the rest of the staff really stepped up and made it a great night. Big thanks to the team at Elena’s for making it memorable!
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Elena'sPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Forest Hill / West Portal
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4.7
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MelanieVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Regardless of whether you eat with your eyes or with your stomach, you won’t be disappointed. My husband and I had dinner here last night and we couldn’t be more thrilled. The restaurant itself is absolutely gorgeous and the food is outstanding in every way. The menu is interesting and innovative. We enjoyed appetizers of Carne Crudo and Insalata Tritata which were absolutely delicious. Our entrees of rockfish and lasagne verde were perfect. We sat at the bar which was lively and festive considering it’s the holiday season. The staff is super friendly and the vibe is lively and fun. A definite must try if you haven’t already!
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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DaleVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service Cocktails excellent Do not care for aioli on fish so ordered risotto which was very good, but normally order fish
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Zuni CafePrice: Expensive• Modern European• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.6
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Randy
Fresno / San Joaquin Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 11, 2024
Opened the door with a warm welcome. Wine and food unique delesious and beautiful.
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La CicciaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Noe Valley
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4.7

Best Cozy Restaurants in Outer Mission

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209 restaurants available nearby

1. Elena's

2. La Ciccia

3. Corzetti

4. Che Fico San Francisco

5. Zuni Cafe

6. The Progress

7. 3rd Cousin

8. Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club

9. NOVY

10. L'Ardoise

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