The Best American Restaurant in Bay Area

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

Madera

Madera is the signature restaurant at Menlo Park's luxurious Rosewood Sandhill Hotel. Madera literally means "wood" in the Spanish language – the concept of the restaurant is built around the wood-burning kitchen reminiscent of the California... more

Main and Elm Restaurant

Known for our breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy beer, wine and live music on our large patio or by fire pits with family & friends. Host private events. 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

Manresa

Manresa is the showcase for the inventive cuisine of Executive Chef David Kinch. Influenced by French and modern Spanish Catalan cooking, Chef Kinch draws inspiration from European traditions and refinement, American ingenuity and California's vas... more

Marc 49

Marc 49 offers a relaxing, ambient atmosphere in Temescal to dine and/or mingle with drinks and apps.  The menu features tastes from around the world along with classic seasonal dishes. more

Marin Sun Farms

Our Point Reyes location is home. Visiting us here is a great way to have a hands on experience with Marin Sun Farms. You’ll love our seasonal specials, cooked to order steaks, burgers, fries and vegetables. Our drink menu features a variety of... 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

Maske

Upscale Dining in Downtown Vacaville. Steak, Seafood, Pasta Restaurant! Indoor and Outdoor Dining Available! Private Dining and Event Space Available! Happy Hour Every Day (except Tuesday) from 4-6pm! Dueling Pianos Show Every Friday and Sat... more

Maso

MaSo, near Moscone, is a great location to start your day for breakfast; with business partners or friends. 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 Diner & Bar

Max's Diner & Bar is a cornerstone in the Oakland community and has been recognized for its outstanding Hamburgers cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. 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

Michael's at Shoreline

Michael's at Shoreline has over 20 years of experience providing mouth watering menus at affordable prices that will amaze you and your guests. Unlike most other venues, their pricing is very straightforward. 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

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

Mistral

Mistral focuses on serving the best local ingredients available. Chef Tim Fabatz serves a fresh fish special daily; the seafood is from sustainable sources, the beef is hormone-free Certified Angus, naturally-raised pork, lamb and chicken are of the... 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

MoMo's Walnut Creek

MoMo’s Walnut Creek opened in 2017 and offers a unique ambiance and menu in a vibrant trading area. Our constant attention to detail, emphasis on quality, consistency and hospitality are the proven ingredients to our customer’s satisfacti... more

Monica's

Set in the historic building of one of Livermore's original wineries, Monica's is dedicated to creating handcrafted breakfast and lunch American "comfort" food and baked goods taking into account the season and availability as well as natural, local,... 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

Morton's the Steakhouse - San Jose

Morton's is Chicago-style chain steak house that serves big meaty steaks and a large wine list in a formal dining room. The bar is well stocked with top shelf liquors and offers a slightly more casual dining environment. more

Mosaic Restaurant & Lounge

For everything from happy hour celebrations to romantic dinners, Mosaic hits the spot. Located in the historic Hotel Montgomery in downtown, this San Jose restaurant and nightspot attracts a well-dressed crowd in search of expertly mixed cocktails an... 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

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