Best Cozy Restaurants in Sea Cliff

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MarinPeninsulaSan Francisco

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Bernal HeightsChinatownCivic Center / Hayes Valley / Van NessCole ValleyCow HollowDaly City

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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1. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(1026)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 94 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.

2. Four Kings

4.7

Exceptional(164)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 46 times today

## Four Kings: A Nostalgic Journey Through Cantonese Cuisine Step into Four Kings and be transported to a vibrant world of nostalgia and flavor. This San Francisco gem, helmed by chefs Franky Ho and Mike Long, serves up a modern take on Cantonese cuisine, infused with the chefs' personal memories and a playful spirit. The atmosphere is electric, with 90s Cantopop tunes filling the air and retro Hong Kong memorabilia adorning the walls. The open kitchen allows you to witness the culinary artistry firsthand, as chefs prepare dishes like the signature **fried squab** and the innovative **mapo spaghetti**. The menu is a celebration of bold flavors and unexpected combinations. Start with the **XO escargot with milk bread**, a decadent treat that will leave you wanting more. For a taste of tradition, try the **Hong Kong black peppered steak**, cooked to perfection and bursting with savory notes. Vegetarians will delight in the **garlic pea shoots**, a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the freshest ingredients. Four Kings is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. It's a place to gather with friends, share delicious food, and reminisce about the golden age of Hong Kong cinema. So come hungry, come curious,

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3. Che Fico San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(1959)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 69 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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4. Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club

4.9

Exceptional(905)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 35 times today

***Best Jazz Club in the City, by San Francisco Magazine***Mr. Tipple’s is a craft cocktail bar featuring live jazz.-Reservations have a 90min time limit from reservation time. There is a $20/guest min for table serviceMr. Tipple’s heralds back to a 1950s NYC basement. Cozy. Dark. Boozy. The intimate setting features local jazz artists up close and personal. It’s a joint where you come as you are, hear great music, tap your toes, and sip a properly chilled cocktail.-My name is Mr. Tipple. Just a simple and laughable bloke hailing from London. I run a recording studio. My friends joke that you’ll oft find me spinning cocktails, not reeling tape. After a few too many, I usually just sit back and enjoy the music, having forgotten to hit record. Regardless, the band is always jiving, the whiskey is always cold, and we’re having a smashing good time.

5. Octavia

4.7

Exceptional(2665)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights

Booked 38 times today

Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.

6. The Progress

4.8

Exceptional(2527)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Western Addition

Booked 63 times today

The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.

7. Corzetti

4.4

Awesome(393)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 14 times today

Step off the bustling streets of Union Square and into a glamorous, coastal Italian getaway. Corzetti is a Ligurian restaurant and bar that evokes summers spent on the Italian Riviera where life moves at a slower pace, and seaside restaurants serve up menus influenced by the day’s catch and peak-season produce from the region.Chef Tali Missirlian's focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and handmade pasta reflects our commitment to sustainability and quality. You'll find fresh seafood-forward dishes on our menu including pizza, pasta and more, which pair perfectly with creative cocktails from our bar and an extensive list of Italian wines. Come in for lunch, happy hour, or a quick dinner before a show. Host birthday parties and get togethers in our private dining room. From our cozy and intimate atmosphere to our knowledgeable and attentive service, Corzetti invites you to savor the essence of Liguria's relaxed seaside culture in the heart of the city.

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8. A16 - San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(5064)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 51 times today

A16 is a cozy spot in San Francisco. Reviews rave about its warm and inviting ambiance, and the staff is described as 'hospitable'. The restaurant offers a variety of seating options, including a cozy wine bar at the front and a chef's counter. The food is praised as delicious and creative, with a special focus on wood-fired Neapolitan pizza. The Michelin rating and James Beard Award further add to the restaurant's charm and coziness.

9. Spruce

4.7

Exceptional(5480)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights

Booked 58 times today

Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!

10. Zuni Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(7942)

$$$$Price: Expensive

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

Booked 113 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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Isabelle
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Everything was amazing. The food was delicate and the italian wine, a pure delice. We will come back for sure, many thanks to the cheffe and to the team of Octavia. It was a night that we will remember. I hightly recommand it.
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OctaviaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Pacific Heights
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4.7
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EileenVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Ever since Dalida opened, Chefs Laura and Sayat have created such amazing menus. Gracious welcoming Staff make us feel at home as we share delicious dishes -interesting blends of flavors not experienced anywhere else. We love introducing our Family and Friends to Dalida whenever we can!
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.7
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Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Hokkian fried rice is the best thing I've eaten in a long time. Must get
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Four KingsPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.7
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San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Loved the cozy atmosphere and the music, service, food and drinks were wonderful. We enjoyed our evening—thank you!
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Mr. Tipple’s Jazz ClubPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.9
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SteveVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food, able to make reservations for brunch and beautiful space for weekend brunch.
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.6

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