Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Bernal Heights

27 restaurants available nearby

1. Causwells

4.6

Exceptional(533)

Price: Moderate

• American • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 48 times today

Established in 2014 and reopened in 2022 with a reimagined interior, seasonal menu, and unique cocktail program, Causwells is a neighborhood American bistro rooted in the northern California style of cooking. Chef Adam Rosenblum draws from his diverse background to create a comforting menu that spotlights local, seasonal ingredients influenced by classic American dishes, European inspiration, and the American South. The cocktail menu from Beverage Director and Managing Partner Elmer Mejicanos redefines the American bistro, pulling inspiration from reimagined classics to seasonal offerings, to tableside experiences. Stop by Causwells’ new art deco-inspired space to enjoy a deliciously unique cocktail and smash-style Americana Cheeseburger – some say it’s the best in the country!

2. Trestle

4.8

Exceptional(2781)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 16 times today

Hi Neighbor!At Trestle, we remember a time, not too long ago, where people took pause to enjoy a meal in the presence of great company, giving it the reverence and respect deserved. We provide a dining experience served in courses, with the satisfaction and warmth found at a family gathering, creating the foundation to a proper meal. Every day we feature a changing 3 course prix fixe menu with choices on each course for $45/person. We will have an optional additional pasta course for $12/person. Unfortunately, we do not offer ala-carte options.We are able to accommodate vegetarian options nightly. We do our best to accommodate other allergies/restrictions based on the menu for that evening. Due to our limited spacing, we can accommodate parties of 8 or less only.

3. AKIKOS

4.9

Exceptional(1618)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 12 times today

Located in the vibrant East Cut neighborhood, just a 15-minute walk from the Ferry Building, our diverse and sustainability-driven menu offers a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Omakase experience. We blend innovative takes on Japanese cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients and fish sourced from Tokyo’s renowned Toyosu Fish Market. Signature dishes, such as our Shokupan—grilled milk bread topped with toro and golden Kaluga caviar—and the aged, soy-cured bluefin tuna nigiri, showcase a harmonious fusion of premium seafood and thoughtfully curated ingredients, presented with creative flair.Please note, we currently offer Omakase experiences exclusively for lunch and dinner, with no à la carte options available. For guests seeking to enhance their experience, additional nigiri selections are available a la carte from our nama menu after the tasting. The Omakase lunch experience is priced at $150 per guest, and the Omakase dinner experience is priced at $255 per guest.

4. Gary Danko

4.8

Exceptional(1656)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 38 times today

Twenty-five years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.In a warm, enveloping space overhung with fresh flowers and vibrant artworks, an evening at Gary Danko is both intimate and theatrical—a loving nod to an old-world dining experience with its heart thoroughly planted in the new: fresh, locally grown and raised foods drawn from the region’s vast seasonal offerings, prepared with precision and flair.

5. Nightbird

4.6

Exceptional(837)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 7 times today

Nightbird offers a 12 Course , from chef, owner and James Beard Nominated, Kim Alter. It is an elegant boutique restaurant in the heart of San Francisco (Hayes Valley) embracing California's freshest, seasonal, local ingredients. the price of the menu is $195/person with a 16% service charge, 6% Heathy SF, and tax. Please understand we have 10 tables in our dining room, for that reason we do have the policy below.Cancellation policy: If cancelled after the 48 hour window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.For parties over 4 people, one weeks notice is needed for a cancellation. If cancelled after the 5 working day window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.

6. 3rd Cousin

4.4

Awesome(571)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Bernal Heights

Booked 1 time today

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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7. The Empress by Boon

4.5

Awesome(1386)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 26 times today

Empress by Boon is San Francisco’s newest, must-visit epicurean destination, offering a seasonal menu in modern Cantonese gastronomy. Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon applies traditional techniques to fresh, local ingredients to produce distinctive contemporary dishes infused with Cantonese flavors. The spacious restaurant occupies the former location of Chinatown’s celebrated Empress of China with striking city views. Reimagined by Chef Boon and team, the Empress was brought back to its former glory by embracing modern design elements while incorporating restored original features, creating a welcoming atmosphere that pays homage to the history of the beloved location.

8. Bistro Ember

4.7

Exceptional(228)

Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Noe Valley

Booked 16 times today

At Ember, we offer local-Californian inspired cuisine with authentic & vibrant Mediterranean influences. We believe in only working with superior, fresh, organic & local ingredients that Bay Area farmers markets have to offer. We work with the seasonal harvest in an effort to showcase each distinguishable and perfectly in-season ingredient.

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9. Park Tavern on Washington Square

3.9

Excellent(46)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Beach

Booked 49 times today

Park Tavern on Washington Square has long been a vibrant staple and foundation of the North Beach community. Now, under the helm of renowned American chef-partner Jonathan Waxman and fifth-generation San Franciscan James Nicholas, Park Tavern on Washington Square celebrates San Francisco’s vibrant dining scene with a fresh new era. The restaurant has several private dining options available for groups and parties. As a Bay Area native and one of the pioneers of “California cuisine” Chef Waxman leans into his roots, celebrating the region’s local ingredients showcased in simple, seasonal dishes. Guests can enjoy a menu including Yellowfin Tuna Crudo with avocado, blood oranges, and fresno chili salsa, Cavatelli with dungeness crab, lemon, and parmesan, and Kurobuta Pork Chop Milanese with new potatoes and pepperonata. A few of Waxman’s trademark dishes make an appearance including the JW Kale Salad with anchovy dressing and breadcrumbs, and the famed JW Chicken with salsa verde.

10. Omakase

4.9

Exceptional(385)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 6 times today

Omakase offers a curated, fixed-price tasting menu designed to engage all your senses. This culinary journey introduces the diverse flavors of Japanese cuisine, featuring fish flown directly from Japan. Specializing in Edomae-style sushi—a traditional preparation with modern touches—Omakase creates a fun, relaxed dining atmosphere. Thank you for entrusting your experience to our chefs and choosing Omakase. We look forward to serving you.

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GonzaloVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Superb tasting menu. Great ambiance. simple but elegant.
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NightbirdPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.6
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Vivian
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
One of the few culinary tastes I don’t think I can duplicate at home. Loved the variety of choices available and the attentiveness of the staff. Everyone was so pleasant and classy!
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Gary DankoPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Fisherman's Wharf
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4.8
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Jessica
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very good food and service, located in a great spot, will return!
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CauswellsPrice: Moderate• American• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.6
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Juliias
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I was bursting with epicurean joy. I think a long time ago in the Garden of Eden, Trestle’s food would have been served. Human beings will remember that there is colorful, flavorful and spiritually fulfilling food in the world that is not only for billionaires.
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TrestlePrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8
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Don
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Superb dining experience, exceeded expectations. Particularly impressed by attention to detail in food, service and ambiance. Perfectly paced dinner with just the right level of input from staff and physical ambience.
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AKIKOSPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• SOMA
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4.9

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. Causwells

2. Trestle

3. AKIKOS

4. Gary Danko

5. Nightbird

6. 3rd Cousin

7. The Empress by Boon

8. Bistro Ember

9. Park Tavern on Washington Square

10. Omakase

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