Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Downtown / Union Square

34 restaurants available nearby

1. Level III

3.7

Very Good(398)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Experience social food and modern cocktails at a new level - Level Three. An exciting and sophisticated dining experience inside the JW Marriott San Francisco. This chic restaurant and lounge features a menu of delicious sharable plates crafted from the freshest, local, seasonal ingredients complemented with an extraordinary cocktail menu custom-created by an acclaimed local mixologist. Situated on the third floor lobby level of the hotel highlighted by a 16 story atrium, you can dine on extravagant plates like Dungeness Crab Cake Benedict, Croque Madame, Avocado Toast, "The Burger", Artisinal Grilled Cheese, Filet Mignon, and our Daily Catch!

2. Causwells

4.6

Exceptional(522)

Price: Moderate

• American • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 33 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!

3. Mourad

4.4

Awesome(2189)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • SOMA

This 3.5 San Francisco Chronicle rated and three year running 1 Michelin Starred Restaurant is a follow up to Mourad Lahlou's Michelin starred Aziza. Mourad is a modern interpretation of a cuisine deeply rooted in the past. Our food pays homage to those roots, showcasing the rich and vibrant flavors of Morocco in new ways that harmonize with the fresh, local, artisanal ingredients, and the spirit of innovation of Northern California. Mourad is located in the historic Pacific Bell building in San Francisco’s South of Market and Financial Districts. The contemporary design seamlessly blends the Art Deco building with steel accents for a setting that is both modern and inviting.

4. Trestle

4.8

Exceptional(2746)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 22 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.

5. AKIKOS

4.7

Exceptional(1607)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 7 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.

6. Gary Danko

4.8

Exceptional(1596)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 24 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.

7. Seven Hills

4.8

Exceptional(2435)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to Seven Hills. We are a rustic neighborhood bistro offering regional Italian food, located in the Russian Hill Neighborhood of San Francisco. We serve great fresh affordable food. Our emphasis is on homemade pastas. Our wine list is small but extremely well thought out and complements our cooking style. We look forward to taking care of you and your guests. If you can not find what you are looking for online please call us directly at the restaurant. See you soon!

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8. The Empress by Boon

4.5

Awesome(1355)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 21 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.

9. Nightbird

4.8

Exceptional(818)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 8 times today

Nightbird offers a 6 Course 6 Bite Menu, 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 and 6% Heathy SF. 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.

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10. COQUETA - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3340)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 36 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.

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Jonathan
San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Came in with my wife and newborn son for a nice lunch. The service was impeccable, helping find a nice space for my wife and son. The food was amazing and great drinks.
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CauswellsPrice: Moderate• American• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.6
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Joseph
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The tasting menu at Trestle is simple and excellent. The pricing of it is a great value. We really appreciated the service charge and Healthy SF fees listed up front. The service is really excellent. What a treat and a great bargain as well.
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TrestlePrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8
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Vancouver / British Columbia •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I was at Akiko’s several years ago when it was still in its very small location. Most of the time when an amazing place expands the restaurant loses some of what makes it special. Well - that myth was busted. The staff was friendly, the service impeccable, and the Omikase experience was one of the top 10 meals of my life. My husband, son and I had a most memorable meal.
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AKIKOSPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• SOMA
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4.7
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Anne
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
A great location to meet friends for breakfast! We had a small, more private area as a party of 8. We were able to enjoy each other's company and spend time with each other before traveling home. Food was excellent, service was outstanding.
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Level IIIPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown / Union Square
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3.7
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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 23, 2024
Unique and delicious food. Highly recommended. The appetizers were wonderful and the beef short ribs were delicious.
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MouradPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• SOMA
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4.4

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34 restaurants available nearby

1. Level III

2. Causwells

3. Mourad

4. Trestle

5. AKIKOS

6. Gary Danko

7. Seven Hills

8. The Empress by Boon

9. Nightbird

10. COQUETA - San Francisco

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