The Best American Restaurant in San Francisco

Little Gem on Union

The seasonal and locally sourced menu is perfect for sharing, and consists of light, nutritious dishes such as curried cauliflower & sweet potato rice bowl and asparagus and radish salad. Add a green smoothie to complete this already flawless ima... more

Louis'

Louis' is a family restaurant, first opened in 1937.   The American / Diner style menu focuses on breakfast, sandwiches and soups.   The prices are good and the setting is amazing, perched above Sutro Baths and Lands End. more

Luce

Luce showcases the legendary wines of Frescobaldi with a sophisticated New American menu, and a wine list of distinction. At the helm is Chef de Cuisine, Dominique Crenn, who Esquire magazine's John Mariani named Chef of the Year 2008. Crenn’s... more

Luna

By now, nearly everyone knows that Valencia Street is the chic spot for quality dining. Luna, formerly Luna Park, having been newly remodeled, is still the cozy, hip bistro,place to be that it has always been. Weekday brunch or lunch at Luna is the r... more

Lüx

Upon entering, you'll find an animated conglomeration of neighborhood pals gabbing, couples on first dates, and double-daters out for the night. Mirrors line the walls behind the bar and in the back to create the illusion that the space is bigger tha... more

Mac ‘n Cue

Mac 'n Cue brings classic comfort food with a creative flair from the team behind International Smoke, the nationally-recognized dining collaboration between award-winning chef and restaurateur Michael Mina and NY Times best-selling cookbook author a... more

MAC'D

MAC’D is a fast-casual concept dreamed up by the boyishly charming duo of Chen-Chen and Jason, Bay Area natives with their hearts deeply rooted in SF. They firmly believe that mac and cheese is a magical cure-all to bad days and hangovers alike... more

Mama's on Washington Square

An all time favorite brunch spot in San Francisco. The line on Sundays may be around the block, and reservations aren't accepted, but sometimes it's hard to resist "Mama's" calling. Mama's delicious brunch features sweet and savory quiches (crabmeat... more

MarketBar

If a Ferry Building wanderer seeks a pleasant respite, they would be hard pressed to do better then MarketBar for opulence or people watching. A classic beige palate soothes the eyes, as do the simple lines of the soaring ceilings, simple, clean furn... more

Marlowe

Executive Chef, Jennifer Puccio created a menu of affordable, affable New American bistro favorites with unique and flavorful twists . Home to “the best burger in the Bay Area” according to the San Francisco Chronicle, Marlowe however "is... more

mars bar & restaurant

Mars Bar is the cozy south of market oasis now open 7 days a week where you can sit and enjoy the sunshine on their (heated!) outdoor garden patio or cozy up inside with the bartenders. Order great burgers and fresh salads for lunch or weekday happy... more

Mavelous Coffee Bar and Little Griddle

Whether you're from Mission Street, Northbeach, SOMA, Potrero Hill, Sunset, or the Financial District, our traditional American eatery is in the smack dab center of this wonderful city, right next to the historical civic center, Asian Art M... more

Max's Opera Cafe Restaurant

Max's Opera Cafe is a place where people can enjoy an upscale dining experience at reasonable prices. It has a diverse range of dishes, including Chinese chicken salad, a corned beef Reuben sandwich and rib eye steak. This is the tip of the iceberg w... more

Maxsworld Eatz Restaurant

Max's World - Eatz Restaurant offers catering services for buffets, breakfasts, dessert, wedding, parties, business lunches, corporate catering, picnics and BBQ's. Includes contract memorial services, menus, and photos. Eatz Family Restaurant located... more

Mayes Oyster House

Old-time San Francisco food and fun lives on at Mayes Oyster House with a modern twist. Mayes, the oldest seafood restaurant in San Francisco. Founded in 1867 by George Mayes, we are continuing a San Francisco tradition with fresh oysters, delicious... more

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Mel's Drive-in - Fourth & Mission

Yeah, it's a chain, but one worth its salt. There's no better way to celebrate our American heritage than with some good, old-fashioned greasy grub. The cheeseburger, milk shake, fries and banana split are still as good as you remember. more

Mel's Drive-in - Van Ness

Yeah, it's a chain, but one worth its salt. There's no better way to celebrate our American heritage than with some good, old-fashioned greasy grub. The cheeseburger, milk shake, fries and banana split are still as good as you remember. more

mersea

Enjoy Comfort-casual food & drinks, a breath-taking view 4 bridge view around the bay and an amazing view of the city. Executive chef and Restauranteur Parke Ulrich along with co-founding partner MeeSun Boice are extremely excited and proud to pre... more

Miller & Lux

Tyler Florence's new modern American Steakhouse Miller & Lux at the Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors, delivers a refined and comfortable restaurant experience through a sophisticated lens. The highest-quality steaks, amazing seafood... more

MINA Family Kitchen San Francisco

MINA Family Kitchen is Chef Michael Mina's take-out and delivery concept, available exclusively in the San Francisco Bay Area. The offerings encapsulate the globally-inspired artistry of Chef Mina in a curated, à la carte, culinary experience -- serv... more

Minnie Bell’s - San Francisco

Fernay McPherson grew up steeped in soul. Using traditional family recipes, Minnie Bell's menu offers up delicious home-style food, combining soulful flavors and warmth of the south. Fernay was inspired to cook watching her great aunt Minnie and late... more

Mission Bowling Club

Mission Bowling Club is located in the heart of the Mission District of San Francisco. Our venue has 6 brand new bowling lanes, a state of the art computer scoring system, a restaurant featuring technique driven comfort food headed up by executive ch... more

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Mission Picnic

We provide rustic food that draws from the classic American picnic, using freshly sourced ingredients that are local and organic whenever possible. more

Mission's Kitchen

A sweet neighborhood cafe / diner, perfect for breakfast. more

MKT at the Four Seasons Hotel

The striking “urban chic” destination offers the finest California grown steaks, small plate communal dining, and handcrafted cocktails. MKT offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, as well as room service and catering for the... more

Morton's the Steakhouse - San Francisco

Morton's is located in the heart of the city's most luxurious shopping district, hotel destinations, premium nightlife and world-class entertainment. The two-story restaurant boasts a beautiful street-level dining room and bar, welcoming the city's m... more

Mr. Pollo

This is for when you want to dine with about a dozen of what will eventually be your new best friends, in front of two chefs, in a Mission tasting menu mecca. The menu changes almost weekly, with a nod to South American cuisines, but loosely translat... more

Music City Hotel

Music City Hotel offers the best combination of service, location, and cleanliness for affordable hotel and hostel accommodations in San Francisco. The Music City San Francisco Project is a unique network of musician's services designed to foster cre... more

New Taraval Cafe

A decent breakfast for not much money.  A great neighborhood spot. more

New Village Cafe

A local diner, breakfast / lunch place that serves American food. more

Nickie's

HAPPY HOUR: Mon - Fri from 4pm - 7pm drink and appetizer specials Trivia Night on Tuesdays at 7pm Besides being a great bar, Nickie's caters to anyone with an appetite for good, fill-you-up-right home cooking. The kitchen is open until 10pm ea... more

Nightbird - Linden Room

Nightbird is an elegant boutique restaurant in the heart of San Francisco which embraces community, diversity, and delivers a hospitable and whimsical experience.  Linden Room is a chic and intimate bar offering stylish and creative cocktails h... more

Ocean Ale House

We have both, local and global focus with 12 beer taps, 8 wines by the glass and 20 wine bottles.  Our wines range from $6 to $13 a glass, beers start around $5 and top out around $12 for a "super high-end barrel-aged almanac” - call your... more

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Octavia

Octavia is the newest restaurant and follow up to Frances, helmed by award-winning Executive Chef Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner seven nights a week in a sophisticated, elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and... more

One Market Restaurant

In 1993, One Market Restaurant's debut was one of the most eagerly anticipated events in San Francisco. Since then, One Market has become the standard for sophisticated dining in the city. The current incarnation features the Michelin Star winning fa... more

Opaque - dining in the dark

In this era of information overload, visual stimulation has reached an all time pinnacle. But imagine, just for an hour or two that you cannot see, that you are abandoning vision in exchange for a new, more stimulating dining experience – this... more

Original Joe's - San Francisco

"Once you've eaten one of Original Joe's famous three-quarter-pound hamburger steaks gently formed from coarsely ground, house-butchered beef, coated in chopped onions and cooked medium rare on the griddle, you'll brave the haute Tenderloin neighborh... more

Orphan Andy's

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

Outerlands

Outerlands is a gathering place for sea goers who seek warmth, shelter, food, and fellowship. It is a home for art and music, enjoyed with unique offerings of local, organic food and drink, changing with the bounty of the seasons. more

Outré

Outré is a nice, sometimes lively bar / lounge / restaurant in the Marina. There are TVs along the long bar for game days/nights. The drinks and food are good and they serve brunch on weekends. more

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