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Aatxe (pronounced ahh-CHAY) is a restaurant and bar that celebrates regional Spanish cuisine and culture with an influence from the Basque Country. more
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Great seafood. This place gets busy, so arrive early before dinner time. The crab and shrimp Louis salads are traditional favorites. Sustainably caught fish, shellfish, crab, and seafood.   Simple, delicious preparation. The Anchor Oyster... more
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Established in 2019. Beit Rima serves authentic Arabic comfort food with fresh ingredients sourced from local farms, made and served with love. more
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Beso Bistronomia offers high quality Spanish (Catalan Tapas) cuisine in a friendly, local bistro environment.  Our food is served in small plates meant to be shared with friends and family. Beso has its exclusive farm. Napa Kitchen Gardens is... more
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Blind Butcher features meaty main dishes, branzino, short ribs, lamb shanks, burgers and lobster mac and cheese. Vegetarian and vegan options will also be available. Appetizers will include charcuterie, cheese plates and fried oysters. Abik said pri... more
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Canela is the realization of a dream, a dream that we want to share with you. The mission of Canela is to bring joy to the act of eat and drink and provide a new space for the Castro neighborhood to keep building our fantastic diverse community. We i... more
Good coffee, pho, Vietnamese iced tea, and banh mi sandwiches. more
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Catch serves fresh, affordable seafood and landfare in a casual, cozy atmosphere. Over the years, Catch has drawn a large following and is the perfect place to gather for every occasion - cocktails and appetizers at the bar, a birthday celebration, a... more
Chadwick's offers made-from-scratch "Fun Buns" (boutique cinnamon rolls) and "Dough Boys" (focaccia-style personal pizzas). more
Going into the classic Chow restaurant space that recently closed comes Cook Shoppe by Gramercy Park owner Mark White.   "The goal is to save a neighborhood restaurant that everybody loves," says White, who says he was sad to see Chow close. Wh... more
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Copas is inspired by California's seasonal ingredients paired with flavors that celebrate the history of Mexican and Spanish cultures. We believe that creativity is at the heart of what we do and we invite you to experience our passion for food and b... more
Hot dogs, Banh Mi hot dogs, and various sandwiches. more
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We are a family-friendly restaurant dedicated to providing exceptional service and the best Mexican cuisine. more
Delicious, convenient tacos or breakfast or regular burritos. Nice people behind the counter is a plus. more
Classic culinary favorites with a Southern spin! more
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A fun and casual neighborhood restaurant serving organic seasonal Californian cuisine with a large outdoor patio. more
Making the most of a small storefront on a quiet corner of the Castro, Frances is just a few slick tables running the length of a narrow dining room. But despite its tiny footprint, Frances has a massive reputation and a massive culinary impact. It m... more
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Come for the Drag, Karaoke and drinks.    * Drag Friday and Saturday nights at 10pm * Karaoke in our Front Bar Fridays and Saturdays-just walk in * Drag Brunch on Saturdays at 11am, Sundays at 11am and 1:30pm Reservations are highly... more
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Heroic Italian serves artisan Sandwiches and Salads out of Swirl, the classic Castro wine shop. There's a great little patio in the back where you can pair a great sandwich with a wonderful glass of vino. more
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Hot Johnnie's pastrami is a two-week process. Brined and cured in small batches, then smoked for hours to create a finished product that wows. more
Poke bowls and sushi burritoes.  Yum. more
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Il Casaro Pizzeria & Mozzarella Bar which opened it's first location in San Francisco's historic Italian district of North Beach in March of 2014 , Opened it's second location San Francisco's lively Castro District June of 2019 , has redefined qualit... more
Kantine serves casual Scandinavian-inspired fare for breakfast, brunch and lunch six days a week.   Simple, delicious, wholesome Scandinavian food is what we're about. No reservations. more
Hours: Mon-Thu. 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Fri-Sat. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Sun. 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. more
At Kitchen Story, we have a very special story to tell. We remember when we were young, waking up early in the morning to the smell of bacon and eggs at our grandmother’s house. The fresh warm aromas of breakfast awakening us from our slumber,... more
For a taste of the Mediterranean, head to the tiny and quaint La Mediterranee. The sliver-sized cafe offers a Mediterranean Mezza, a great deal for two or more people, consisting of an enticing assortment of ten delicate little dishes including dolma... more
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Like the traditional bakeries of Europe, we make all of our pastries, viennoiserie, and bread from scratch each day in our San Francisco kitchen. We serve breakfast, brunch, on tap coffee and beer, cocktails, croissants, pâtisserie, and cakes! more
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Upscale, unpretentious neighborhood bar in the heart of the Castro. Second story bar has ceiling to floor glass windows and a one-of-a-kind wrap around deck to watch the world go by. We've got nightly events with DJs, a Wednesday night drag queen tr... more
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Mama Ji's serves home-style Sichuan Chinese food and delicious dim sum. No reservations. more
Like the old woman who lived in a shoe. She had so many children she didn't know what to do. But we do. We have the best employees in the world. We are a Family here and that is why we have been in the Castro​​ since 1978. Our goal is to... more
A 40's diner that's one of those pleasant favorites for both locals and out-of-towners. Owners Dennis & Bill and their friendly staff have been serving up meals for 22 years, 24 hours a day. With a great juke box and a view of the "f line" trolle... more
Nestled in the middle of the vibrant and colorful neighborhood of the Castro, Poesia features the finest in hand-made, traditional ingredients and pastas, combined with meticulous preparation and presentation that is second to none. Owned and operat... more
Under the direction of Chef Kobe (Nutnawat Aukcarrapasutanun), Saap Ver is an ingredient-focused restaurant introducing lesser-known regional Thai dishes. Chef Nutnawat Aukcarapasutanun (‘Kobe’), seeks to expand San Franciscans’ kno... more
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Our margaritas are made with 100% blue agave tequilas. We hope our home-made infusions make for a unique experience. Plus we offer an amazing menu featuring agave spirits. The drinks are paired with Central and South American classic small bites, li... more
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Starbelly is a casual Castro neighborhood café serving California comfort food alongside a diverse wine list, craft beer and creative cocktails. ~~~~~~~~ Starbelly features pizzas and sandwiches, but adds rotisserie items and home-made charcute... more
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Fresh ingredients make for amazing burgers. Step into any Super Duper Burger, and you'll notice we're different. From our famous (free) house-made pickles, to the hand-painted signage, to our cheerful staff, we build our restaurants like we build our... more
Recognized for its outstanding Sushi cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff.   The prices are decent and it's a great option for takeout.    Is this the only sushi bar in San Francisco where you can eat, drink and watch hilario... more
This small little hole in the wall is one of the best, most unassuming, sushi houses in town.  On Pearl Street (address says Market), near the corner of Market and Pearl Street, the easiest way to spot the place is to look for the crowd hanging... more
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Taco Boys, located in the Castro, serve up vegan Mexican food with decent portions at reasonable prices. more
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Authentic Mexican dishes from central and southern Mexico. more