The Best American Restaurant in San Francisco

Burger Meister

While most “burger joints” offer a variety of burgers and menu selections, Paul Mogannam and his family at Burgermeister are proud to serve beef which is not tainted by chemicals and filler...this San Francisco family owned/operated business uses onl... more

Calibur

Calibur serves fresh burgers, made with fresh-ground, 100%  organic, grass-fed California beef.  Fries are cooked in house with rendered organic beef fat, blended with rice bran oil. Delicious shakes are hand prepared with Berkeley Farms i... more

Calibur

Calibur is proud to serve fresh burgers, made with fresh-ground, 100%  organic, grass-fed California beef.  Fries are cooked in house rendered organic beef tallow, blended with rice bran oil. And the shakes are hand prepared with Berkeley F... more

Chloes Cafe

A Small, quaint spot for a good breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Outside tables add to the relaxed, warm ambiance. (busy at breakfast) more

Cliff House

Consistently named the “Best Restaurant with a View,” the legendary Cliff House is one of the most iconic restaurants in San Francisco. Cliff House regularly pleases the diverse palates of locals and travelers with an assortment of excell... more

Connecticut Yankee

The Yankee was built virtually by hand by the Salvotti family in 1907, and has been a local institution for everyone-from our ditch diggers to the city mayor-ever since.  The place is steeped in rich and colorful history.  From housing a b... more

Cook Shoppe

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

Cracked & Battered - Marina

Cracked & Battered is San Francisco's coziest, most honest brunch restaurant. We serve up a range of savory and sweet dishes. From everyone's favorite classics, like fried Chicken & Waffles and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, to new discoveries such as Nasi... more

Cracked & Battered - Potrero Hill

Cracked & Battered is San Francisco's coziest, most honest brunch restaurant. We serve up a range of savory and sweet dishes. From everyone's favorite classics, like fried Chicken & Waffles and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, to new discoveries such as Nasi... more

Curio Bar SF

A cocktail bar and restaurant offering new regional American food and culturally infused cocktails. Curio is in the same building as The Chapel. more

Daffodil

Daffodil Restaurant pairs the Bay Area’s best seasonal cuisine with great wines from around the world – with a bit of a twist. We’re offering small plates matched with an ample pour of a friendly wine that brings out the best flavor... more

Daily Grill

Located in the heart of bustling Union Square, Daily Grill is an updated version of the San Francisco grills of the past, providing generous portions of classic American dishes, such as steaks, chops, chicken pot pie, and meat loaf...a neat, friendly... more

Dapper Dog

Hot dogs, Banh Mi hot dogs, and various sandwiches. more

Delancey Street Restaurant

Delancey Street Restaurant is a key training school of the Delancey Street Foundation, the country's largest self-help residential organization for people who have hit bottom to completely rebuild their lives. Like the immigrants who came through Ell... more

Eagle Cafe

We are a full service All American restaurant located on the second level of Pier 39, with amazing views of the beautiful San Francisco Bay. Since the 1920's, Eagle Cafe has been serving hearty breakfasts in Fisherman's Wharf. Within the wooden wall... more

Ella's

Great breakfast spot across from the Jewish Community Center. Ella's is often crowded, especially on the weekends but well worth the wait. Fresh squeezed OJ, homemade baked goods, strong coffee, pancakes and eggs make this a must try place for breakf... more

Epicenter Cafe

Epicenter Cafe provides a haven for great food and beverages.  We regularly walk, bike and run to local farmers’ markets to purchase organic and pesticide free seasonal produce and responsibly raised meats. We are fanatics with our coffee... more

Eureka Restaurant & Lounge

Classic culinary favorites with a Southern spin! more

Fire & Brew

Quirky - food is ordered and paid separately from whatever you order from the bar.   Patio seating in back allows you to tuck away from the going ons of Fisherman's Warf.  There's a TV at the bar for sports.    Located right next... more

Fish and Farm

Fish & Farm goes above and beyond to support local farmers and fishermen by sourcing most of our fish, meat, and produce from within a 100 mile radius. Our dishes are classic and familiar, and composed of high quality ingredients such as Monterey Bay... more

Fog City Diner

Famous upscale diner serving an eclectic mix of American classics and modern California cuisine. Busy from the day it opened, Fog City has always been a fun, lively place for a good meal and drinks. It does get its share of tourists because of the Vi... more

Frankie's Java House

Classic California cuisine: burgers, fish tacos, fish & chips, and breakfst. Plus Frankie's is great place to meet for drinks before or after the game, more

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Gallery Cafe

Comfort food that tastes as good.   We make everything in house (except a few of the vegan items). more

Gardenias

Our 49-seat space, in SF’s historic Fillmore district, is a neighborhood spot in the best sense of the word. People are welcome to drop in for a drink and a quick bite — there is extensive bar seating if desired — or to come and sta... more

Gibson Restaurant

Located in the Hotel Bijou — just a half-block from the Powell Street BART station — Gibson combines elegant and exceptional cocktails with a thoughtful menu subtly influenced by smoke and live fire. The casual yet refined bar and restaur... more

Hamburger Mary's

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

Hard Rock Cafe - San Francisco

It started with an Eric Clapton guitar (a Fender Lead II, for the gearheads in the audience). The beginning of something that nobody even knew was beginning. Today there are more than 70,000 guitars, drums, pianos, harmonicas, microphones, shirts,... more

Harrington's Bar & Grill

Harrington's is a classic meeting place for a beer and burger / sandwich after work or for lunch. The pub is a traditionally convenient happy hour spot that gets hoppin' from 3pm - 6pm, as workers enter in need of libations and conversation. - - -... more

Holey Moley Golf Club

We're a mini golf course and bar that turns traditional putt putt into a multi-sensory labyrinth of unique holes. It's nifty, it's nostalgic, it's a bit '80s, and a bit '90s. Mostly, it's the craziest round of mini golf you've ever played. And with d... more

Homage

Homage provides a menu reflecting and honoring our bounty of farms within the Bay Area. Our team travels to the market every week, building farm relationships and gathering what we decide is in perfect ripeness, ultimately preparing an ever changing... more

Horsefeather

Great cocktails featuring homemade syrups, paired with eclectic American cuisine.   Food is served 5pm - 1am and the bar is open until 2am.   All in a beautifully designed, bright, vibrant space. more

Hot Sauce and Panko

So many Hot Sauces plus delicious, various types of Fried Chicken Wings, as well as, Belgium Waffles. "Food Like We Give A Damn" more

Howard's Cafe

An understated café offering a great selection of traditional breakfast, lunch and dinner plates. Good food for a foggy San Francisco morning. more

Isa

The dishes run are deceptively filling. Two of us filled up on four selections. True to its size, Isa is not a bank-breaker. The wine list is a one-pager, with particularly appealing whites. Check out the Manciat-Poncet Macon for refined take on Char... more

Jake's Steaks

Jake’s Steaks was started by a Philly native who has a goal to provide the best tasting cheesesteaks in or out of Philadelphia . It is a good sign when half the people at Jake’s Steaks joint are from Philly. For the unenlightened, a chees... more

Jasper's Corner Tap and Kitchen

An American cuisine restaurant and sports bar.  18 rotating draft beers in addition to a seasonal lineup of handcrafted cocktails. more

John's Grill

The historic John's Grill in Union Square is one of San Francisco's top restaurants, regularly welcoming local and national celebrities to enjoy a reliably outstanding menu, an old-fashioned steakhouse atmosphere and elegant private dining opportunit... more

Key Klub

Delicious, extensive wine list and limited food menu. more

Lazy Bear

The best dining experiences are the ones in which we’re seated around a table sharing food and stories with others. We hope Lazy Bear is the best dinner party you’ve ever attended. Reservations are never accepted by phone. No need to cal... more

Little Gem on Grove

LITTLE GEM HAS OPEN SEATING. COME IN, ORDER AT THE COUNTER, THEN CHOOSE A SEAT AT OUR BAR, A TABLE IN THE DINING ROOM, A WINDOW LEDGE FACING HAYES VALLEY, OR ON THE OUTDOOR PATIO.  The newest addition to Hayes Valley, bright and relaxing Little... more

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