Best Lunch Restaurants in Bernal Heights

265 restaurants available nearby

1. The Crumb

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4.2

Awesome(11)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Bernal Heights

Booked 1 time today

The Crumb is a warm, inviting restaurant located in the vibrant Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, specializing in Californian cuisine and International tapas. Our establishment is a unique blend of culinary excellence and a strong community focus, where every dish is crafted with a story steeped in tradition, love, and resilience. We aim to create a space where individuals from all walks of life can come together, enjoy exceptional meals, and foster meaningful connections.At The Crumb, we believe that every dish tells a story, crafted from years of hard work, love, and resilience. Our restaurant is a sanctuary for those who have come together, forging a family from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are dedicated to celebrating the spirit of community and hospitality, welcoming new family members to join us in our journey. Together, we create exceptional culinary experiences that reflect our shared passion and commitment to making every guest feel at home.

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2. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(9160)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 213 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

3. Wayfare Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(7843)

Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 124 times today

Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.

4. Barcha

4.7

Exceptional(1631)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 77 times today

We welcome you to our warm modern space with the largest heated patio in the Financial District! Our outdoor dining room is set up beautifully, and has the most romantic ambiance. Indoors, celebrate with us in our newly remodeled interior. Our inspiration is that of the Mediterranean with its wonderful diverse cultures, cuisines and wines. The menu reflects flavors from South of France, Spain, Tunisia and the Middle East. Be sure to try our legendary Persian Tahdig, Spiced Beef Dumplings, and the smoothest, most delicious hummus you've ever had!We look forward to welcoming you to Barcha!HAPPY HOUR IS BACK AT BARCHA!Come join us at Barcha for a new Happy Hour experience! We are featuring small bites with our unique spin on Mediterranean specialties. Available Monday through Thursday 3:30pm-5:30pm. Drink specials, beautiful food, and most importantly, the best company!

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5. COQUETA - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3381)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 63 times today

Brought to you by Award Winning Chef Michael Chiarello and located at Pier 5 on the bustling San Francisco Waterfront, Coqueta is inspired by the cuisines of Spain. Chef Chiarello feels that Spain’s signature ‘small plates’ coupled with the social vibrancy of their dining scene is the perfect combination for San Francisco, which has its own deep-rooted history with the country. Focusing on regional dishes from Madrid, Catalonia, the Basque Country and beyond, the menu will feature Chiarello's interpretation of traditional Spanish cuisine and, as has always been his tradition, will highlight the bounty of fresh, local ingredients from land and sea.Coqueta means “flirt” or “infatuation” in Spanish, and represents Michael Chiarello and his team’s exploration and interpretation of Spanish Cuisine, wine and inspired cocktails, while highlighting the bounty of Northern California.

6. Starbelly

4.5

Awesome(1583)

Price: Moderate

• American • The Castro

Booked 26 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.

7. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(507)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 181 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!

8. Marlowe

4.4

Awesome(2916)

Price: Moderate

• American • SOMA

Booked 30 times today

Opened in 2010 and relocated to its current location in 2014, Marlowe is a New American bistro located in San Francisco’s Soma neighborhood in the former COCO500 space. Brought to you by Executive Chef Jennifer Puccio and award-winning San Francisco designer Ken Fulk, Marlowe focuses on classic comfort foods with flavorful twists, like Chef Puccio’s signature Marlowe Burger, seasonal poulet vert, brussels sprouts chips and quail egg topped steak tartare. Taking inspiration from the butcher shops of the past, Marlowe is designed with a sleek but comfortable feel, featuring white subway tiles, white marble, deep blue banquettes, wood block tables and specials listed on rolls of butcher paper.

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9. Angler San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(261)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 40 times today

Angler is a seafood-focused Saison Hospitality Group restaurant with one Michelin star on the Embarcadero waterfront, featuring views of our expansive wood burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay, where each dish is touched by fire and intended to be shared.Our sourcing is deliberate and our menus closely follow the seasons of Northern California. Chef de Cuisine, Joe Hou

10. Zuni Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(7868)

Price: Expensive

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

Booked 129 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.

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Gary
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The food and service were excellent. I will definitely be back.
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Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.9
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WilliamVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •81 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always on point. Quickly seated and greeted. Great menu. Excellent wine list, and clever cocktails. Good service, engaging and helpful. The tartare is absolutely fantastic. Wonderful salmon, clever preparation and composition, and perfectly delicious. Chicken sandwich is huge and very tasty, the flavors weaving together. Enjoy.
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Wayfare TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.6
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AndyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
About as authentic as you can get outside of Spain. The cheeses, jamon, salchichon and chorizo were excellent. Huevos rotos were not authentic but really good. A couple of dishes were over elaborate, the albondigas didn't need the richness of the duck meat and the croquetas were a bit too creamy. Pulpo was beautifully cooked but hadn't been tenderized fully. Overall A+ though
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COQUETA - San FranciscoPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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Noel
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a delicious dinner at The Crumb on a Thursday night. The eclectic menu of small and shared plates was just what we were looking for. We shared the sweet potato rounds, mushroom empanadillas, and soba noodles (see eclectic…) and all were memorably mouthwatering. Highly recommend checking out this place in the old Liberty Cafe site.
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The CrumbPrice: Moderate• Californian• Bernal Heights
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4.2
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San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
We ordered all the apps for a group of 8. Service was great from the bar to the tables. Very friendly bartender and waitstaff! Love the convenient parking coming from the East Bay. This is a great meeting spot. Loved the hummus, Brussels and the halloumi. Not a duck fan but the radio it came on was great. Wish Tadig was offered with the kabab. Loved the ice cream with saffron.
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BarchaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7

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265 restaurants available nearby

1. The Crumb

2. Kokkari Estiatorio

3. Wayfare Tavern

4. Barcha

5. COQUETA - San Francisco

6. Starbelly

7. Elena's

8. Marlowe

9. Angler San Francisco

10. Zuni Cafe

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