Best Seasonal Restaurants in Noe Valley

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BerkeleyBernal HeightsChinatownCivic Center / Hayes Valley / Van NessCow HollowDowntown / Union Square

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175 restaurants available nearby

1. Bistro Ember

4.5

Awesome(243)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Noe Valley

Booked 5 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.

2. Lupa Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(1077)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Noe Valley

Booked 6 times today

Situated in the congenial San Francisco neighborhood of Noe Valley, Lupa is a classic Italian trattoria with comfortable neighborhood charm, affordable prices, and destination-caliber cuisine. Using the best available local ingredients, Chef Stefano Coppola creates a seasonal menu featuring classic dishes from his home in Rome.The menu is based on the Italian tradition of preparing food - combining simplicity with the best ingredients of the season, including quality olive oil, locally grown local vegetables and fruits, and seasonal specials of seafood, poultry, meat and game. Our bread and pastas - gnocchi, tagliatelle, pappardelle, tortelloni, and ravioli are homemade on premise.In addition to the regular menu, our specials menu features different soups, antipasti, pastas, and main courses.Beyond a passion for authentic Roman cuisine, our friendly Italian staff work from their hearts to make your visit comfortable and enjoyable.

3. NOVY

4.7

Exceptional(722)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Noe Valley

Booked 20 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.

A photo of Che Fico San Francisco restaurant

4. Che Fico San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(1960)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 76 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.

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5. Nopa - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3601)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 92 times today

Nopa is a San Francisco gathering place north of the Panhandle, serving urban rustic food and specializing in organic wood-fired cuisine. We serve simple dishes created with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and purveyors.

6. Saison

4.9

Exceptional(39)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • SOMA

Booked 4 times today

Saison is a two Michelin-starred, open wood fire restaurant under the leadership of Executive Chef Richard Lee, emphasizing the bounty of California’s evolving terroir and its incredible farmers, ranchers, and fishermen and women. Saison is driven by Lee’s dedication to purity and innovation, paired with a Grand Award-winning wine list in a dynamic space where guest and team celebrate an intimate, culture-shifting experience. Chef Lee builds upon Saison’s formidable foundation as the original fine dining establishment in the U.S. to use open hearth cooking, crafting nuanced flavors with intention that are inspired by the culinary diversity of Northern California.Saison has one of the country’s largest and most remarkable selections of Old and New World wine, with a special emphasis on Burgundy, originally established by Saison Hospitality co-founder and Saison Winery winemaker Mark Bright and now curated by Beverage Director and Assistant General Manager Molly Greene.

7. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(1028)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 97 times today

Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

A photo of Kokkari Estiatorio restaurant

8. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.8

Exceptional(9244)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 153 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.

9. Frances

4.8

Exceptional(3681)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • The Castro

Booked 29 times today

At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.

10. Itria

4.7

Exceptional(143)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mission District

Booked 15 times today

Itria is a Modern Italian restaurant brought to you by Chef Daniel Evers and Omakase Capital. The name comes from the Syriac word 'itriya,' used by Arab geographer al-ldrisi to describe a type of dried pasta he saw in Sicily during the 12th century. The origins of this term are much older, however, with varying versions of it found in ancient records across the Mediterranean and Middle-East. The name reflects just a small piece of the evolution of Italian cuisine as a confluence of global influences. Our goal is to build on the foundations of classical Italian cooking to create a dining experience that respects tradition without being overly constrained by it.

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GreenTea
Los Angeles •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nopa was a fantastic experience - haven’t been back for a decade and the food and service are as I remembered. Accommodated a seating request and a late guest arrival ; service was friendly and helpful. Food was exceptional. Best porchetta ever tasted; agnolotti was juicy; fried chicken was addicting. Great desserts; good bar experience. Won’t wait so long to return again. Parking is a challenge; take ride share and avoid the stress.
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Nopa - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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OpenTable DinerVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Some of the tables around us were so noisy that we could not hear our own conversation
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.6
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MarkVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The staff at Lupa are always welcoming as soon as we walk in. This restaurant in Noe Valley has always been a go-to place for great Italian food. Very flavorful..all dishes are unique. You won't be disappointed. We have been going to Lupa for many, many years. The owner/proprietor is most always present and engaging with his customers.
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Lupa TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Noe Valley
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4.7
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KateVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
My favorite neighborhood spot, great food & fabulous service.
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NOVYPrice: Moderate• Greek• Noe Valley
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4.7
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CraigVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 19, 2025
Our favorite restaurant in SF. The food is exceptional, the service is attentive and welcoming-and the ambience (lighting, furniture, music) sets a lovely atmosphere.
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Bistro EmberPrice: Moderate• Fusion / Eclectic• Noe Valley
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4.5

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