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1. Tratto - San Francisco
4.3
Awesome(846)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 3 times today
Re-Opening June 2, 2021A spirited, bar-driven restaurant serving rustic Italian fare with modern sensibilities. Tratto means the stroke of a pen or a mark in Italian, nodding to both the neighborhood’s artistic history and the name of The Marker, the boutique hotel next door. Tratto’s flavorful menu of simple, delicious and shareable dishes coupled with casual, communal-style dining creates a neighborhood bar experience inspired by the Italian tradition of “aperitivo,” or happy hour.Guests can enjoy playful twists on classic Italian cocktails, boozy Italian sodas, and beer and wine from California and Italy, including a jug of house wine from the taps.Choose from a wide selection of traditional small-plate antipasti, house-made pastas and pizzas, entrees served family-style, seasonal side dishes, and classic Italian desserts including ice creams, gelatos and sorbets.
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2. The Harlequin
4.4
Awesome(103)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • SOMA
Booked 23 times today
1920's revival cocktail bar, restaurant and lounge offers an elevated cocktail program paired with a decadent New American cuisine featuring pizza's, pastas, steaks, and burgers. Happy Hour daily from 4pm to 6pm featuring $2 oysters and discounted beer and cocktails. Located in the center of San Francisco's Yerba Buena district, steps from Moscone Center and Union Square, The Harlequin is great for groups and private / corporate events. Private dining is also available in our Aviary.
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3. Rise Over Run
4.4
Awesome(208)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 1 time today
Gaze out over sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline at Rise Over Run, the lush outdoor rooftop and indoor solarium. Share a South East Asian inspired cocktail — by local legend Danny Louie — or snack on food offerings of Executive Chef Morgan Depaulo.Walk-ins are welcomed and encouraged! Reservations are nice, too.For private event and large group inquiries please email us at SFOTL_events@hilton.com
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4. Jasper's Corner Tap and Kitchen
4.2
Awesome(989)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 3 times today
A beloved local staple, Jasper's Corner Tap and Kitchen delights diners with irresistible New American cuisine. We offer 18 rotating local craft draft beers along with a seasonal selection of expertly crafted cocktails. Our scratch kitchen is sure to please with home-style classics and innovative dishes, all inspired by the creativity of our talented chefs. Located just steps from the iconic Union Square in San Francisco and adjacent to the Curran Theater, Jasper's invites sports enthusiasts, adventurous foodies, and everyone in between to enjoy our sophisticated yet cozy urban atmosphere.
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5. Shelby's Rooftop
4.4
Awesome(341)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • SOMA
Booked 43 times today
Experience an elevated evening at Shelby's Rooftop, perched high above 4th street in downtown San Francisco. Relish in delectable drinks, small bites, and breathtaking views. Shelby's Rooftop combines a seductive ambiance with a contemporary-chic atmosphere, creating a distinctive San Francisco rooftop lounge. Whether dining indoors or outdoors, savor the mouthwatering shared plates, expertly-crafted cocktails, and panoramic city views.All ages are welcome when our kitchen is open, until 11pm every day. After that, our bar remains open until closing for adults 21+For parties larger than 10 and private bookings, please contact us directly to book.
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6. Sisterita
4.6
Exceptional(128)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 18 times today
We take pride in sourcing our ingredients from local farms and markets to ensure the freshest, most flavorful dishes possible. Our menu features seasonal produce and house-made bread, and we're particularly excited to offer our signature Voilà French Toast Brioche, which is quickly becoming a local favorite. For something a little more unique, try our Alcatraz Escape shrimp omelet, and of course, no brunch is complete without a warm bowl of our classic French Onion soup. Whether you're looking for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick bite during the workweek, we invite you to join us in our cozy, inviting space and experience the warm hospitality of Sisterita.
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7. Eclipse Kitchen and Bar
3.7
Very Good(279)
Price: Moderate
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Indulge in classic San Francisco cuisine or celebrate the day’s end with one of our signature cocktails or sample a hand-selected flight of California wines at Eclipse Kitchen & Bar. Take in the grandeur of our lobby's architecture as you start your day with breakfast or wind down at the bar with a mouthwatering appetizer. Eclipse’s lively ambience is ideal for business meetings or personal celebrations. Full bar seating includes plush couches, modern pub tables and tufted benches for private conversations.
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8. The Anchovy Bar
4.8
Exceptional(878)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Western Addition
Booked 26 times today
From the team that brought you State Bird Provisions and The Progress, The Anchovy Bar is a wine and seafood bar that specializes in West Coast oysters, small fish and sustainably raised shellfish. We work with small producers that favor traditional and antique processes with origin stories that matter and inspire.
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9. Sushi Hon
4.7
Exceptional(462)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Mission District
Booked 5 times today
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District, at 2598 Harrison Street, Sushi Hon is more than a restaurant; it's a revered institution for extraordinary Japanese cuisine. Our reputation rests on our exclusive Omakase, where we meticulously source the finest fish and produce from across the globe to craft an exceptional 19-course dinner. Whether you choose to dine at your table or immerse yourself in the culinary theater of our Chef's Table, we are unwavering in our commitment to bringing the best of the market directly to your plate. At Sushi Hon, excellence is not just a standard it's a tradition.Please note that the final reservation is accepted at 9 PM.All parties will be subject to a 20% service charge. We look forward to serving you soon.
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10. Krua Thai - San Francisco
4.3
Awesome(154)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Mission District
Booked 2 times today
Located in the heart of San Francisco, Krua Thai serves authentic Thai cuisine in a trendy atmosphere. The dining area is marked by contemporary furniture and intimate lighting. Krua Thai offers plenty of beer and wine options to pair with the numerous menu items. The dinner menu features popular entrees like Plummy Duck, which consists of battered duck topped with ginger plum sauce, the Sea Splash, which is a collection of prawns, calamari and scallops with colorful vegetables, and the Salmon Paradise, which is prepared with Choo Chee curry. Krua Thai also has a long list of sauteed platters, curry platters, fried rice bowls and noodle soups.

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