The Best Restaurants in Bay Area

AFICI

Conceptualized by Chef Eric Upper, AFICI features contemporary American cuisine in a fine dining, yet approachable space. The multiple course menu showcases Italian and French flavors and techniques while highlighting local, seasonal ingredients alon... more

Agave

Decent place to catch a game, get a bite to eat, stop off for a drink, or to meetup before heading over to the movies.  more

Agave Mexican Bistro

Combining traditional Mexican flavors with a California health conscious cooking style, Agave Mexican Bistro offers a truly unique fine dining experience in Mountain View. We base our menu on the freshest ingredients and work hard to make sure e... more

Agave Uptown

Agave Uptown draws from the artisanal tradition and rich cultural history of Oaxaca, Executive Chef Octavio Diaz’s hometown. Small batch Mezcal with Oaxacan origin is crafted into a diverse range of quality cocktails. more

Aisle 5

Aisle 5 is a brewery, craft beer pub, and eatery in the historic Grand Lake district.  Our mission is to provide a comfortable pub experience through a curated selection of outstanding craft beers, a sharable, beer-paired food menu, knowledgeabl... more

Ajanta

Ajanta is the East Bay's premier restaurant for Indian cuisine. Ajanta features an ever-changing menu, offering creative dishes from various regions of India. The elegant dining hall features Indian artworks inspired by the caves of Ajanta. All toge... more

AK Subs

AK Subs is located at the corner of 8th and Harrison streets in the heart of SOMA. We have been serving our generous portions since 1993. We use only the freshest ingredients in all our tasty menu items. All our bread, pastries, fruits and vegeta... more

Akiko's Restaurant

Centrally-located in the heart of San Francisco, Akiko’s is within walking distance from the Financial District, Union Square, Chinatown and SOMA. We are a family-owned and operated restaurant, and have been providing classic and unique Japanes... more

Al's Cafe Good Food

Although it calls itself a cafe, Al's is really a diner. Classic movie posters, multiple Minnie Mouses, and mechanical seasonal displays adorn all the wall space. There are omelettes, pastrami sandwiches, chili dogs, and other oversized plates of sh... more

Al-Masri Egyptian Restaurant

Dining at Al-Masri ("The Egyptian") is more than a meal...it is an experience. As the only Egyptian restaurant in the Bay Area, Al-Masri stands alone in introducing Egypt's great culinary tradition, dance, music and hospitality. We pride ourselves... more

alaMar

A confluence of flavors awaits you at alaMar Kitchen & Bar. At the heart of our menu is a love of the sea. However, like the sea, our dishes are ever-changing and touch the cultures of many coasts. From Hawaiian poke bowls to Cajun-style seafood boil... more

Alamo Square: A Seafood Grill

Alamo Square Seafood Grill serves fresh seafood at a great value. The entree menu consists both of tourist pleasing chicken and steak dishes and a more traditional fish plate. In Chinese menu style (column a, b, c) fish dishes you pick a fish (sole,... more

Alba Ray's

Few cities are sexier and more romantic than New Orleans. This Mission restaurant does a fine job at bringing NOLA to San Francisco, with muted lighting, ornamental gates and indoor plants. On the menu, there’s plenty of decadence to be shared.... more

ALBA Restaurant at River Terrace Inn

ALBA's talented culinary team pays homage to Napa foodways, devoted to the combination of superior cooking, great mixology, and good times. Our menus highlight shareable, seasonal small plates to pair with wine and craft mixology, featuring Napa Vall... more

Aldo's Ristorante & Bar

"Aldo's" is led by husband and wife team Aldo and Barbara.    They feature fine Italian food, a relaxed atmosphere, an outdoor patio and friendly service. more

Alegrias Food From Spain

Alegrias on Lombard Street offers more than 20 kinds of tapas and small plates, as well as a short wine list featuring selections from Spain. more

Alexander's Steakhouse - San Francisco

Located in the SoMa district of the city near Oracle Park, Alexander's Steakhouse is a welcome addition to the city dining scene offering a fine dining interpretation of the classic American steakhouse with hints of Japanese influence throughout the... more

Alfred's Steakhouse

What used to be Blue Fox is now Alfred's Steakhouse. Alfred's is a longtime landmark of the Broadway neighborhood that has found a new home downtown. The best choices include the mesquite grilled / skillet steaks and the Caesar salad. ------ Alfr... more

Alfresco

A small vegetarian, fast food kiosk. Only outdoor seating available. Hot brown rice bowls, salads and wraps. They have vegan sausage and other unusual vegetarian options. ------------- Adorable tables and chairs are set up around this do... more

Alhambra Irish House

Alhambra Irish House is both a pub and a restaurant paying homage to seasonal Irish pub cuisine. We are passionate about showing our guests what true Irish hospitality really is. more

Ali Baba's Cave

If you're on a quest to sit on pillows and you're not out to impress a first date, hit up the well-trafficked Ali Baba's Cave in the lower Haight and see if the big nook is available. If so, you'll dine for less than $15 for two (including a beer eac... more

Alice's Restaurant

If you've been to Eliza's or Eric's, then you know what's in store. Delicious Chinese cuisine that will satisfy anyone but the biggest critic. Plus you won't spend too much money. The coconut curry prawns are a must more

Aliment

Aliment, a Family-Owned, New American Restaurant in the heart of San Francisco. Est. in 2013 and just a few blocks from Union Square, we serve organic new American cuisine with excellent choices for drinks such as homemade cocktails, local Napa Wines... more

All Good Pizza

All Good Pizza serves Neapolitan style brick oven pizzas, organic salads, paninis grilled on fresh baked bread and beer and wine in a 7,000 square foot beer garden in Bayview. more

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All Spice

Sachin Chopra sits in a makeshift dining tent in the parking lot of his once Michelin-starred restaurant, All Spice. It's Friday. It's drizzling. And he's about to burst into tears. - https://www.sfgate.com/restaurants/article/Bay-Area-restaurant-... more

Alley & Vine

Country-chic restaurant offering cocktails & dishes using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. more

Allstar Donuts

If you're in Inner Richmond, stop by All Star for fresh, fluffy, delicious donuts! Apple fritters, glazed donuts, strawberry strudel, chocolate croissants, donut holes, and many more types of donuts. more

Alma Cocina

Alma Cocina SF. Peruvian cuisine at its finest. We can't wait to have you dine with us and see what our cuisine has to offer. www.almacocinasf.com more

Almanac Taproom

Farm-to-barrel brewing is about selecting the best in locally sourced fruit and blending it into beers inspired by the great brewing traditions of the world. We aim to create something special and uniquely Northern Californian. Jesse and Damian colla... more

altoVino

Altovino is a neighborhood restaurant serving seasonal, regionally inspired Italian cuisine. Chef Nick Kelly (he/him) has worked in some of the best restaurants in the Bay Area and multiple kitchens throughout Italy, cultivating a thoughtful understa... more

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill

Located in a historically registered building in Old Monterey, the Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill serves locally sourced, gastropub-influenced fare built around it's beers that are produced on-site. The Brewpub contains 140 seats, including a sh... more

Amalfi's Grill

Italian. With a full dining room and lounge available to business people of the Silicon Valley, Amalfi's in San Jose is an all around fantastic restaurant. Relax under the stars on their palm tree laced garden patio, or reserve a dining room tab... more

Amami Sushi Bistro

A quality, reasonably priced Japanese and Sushi restaurant in the Excelsior District. more

Amanda’s

Enjoy picnic-fresh, naturally delicious food that is easy on your schedule, wallet and conscience. Join us for a bite and make new friends at our new restaurant in Berkeley, California. more

Amarena Restaurant

White tablecloths, neutral walls lined with bottles of wine, and barely noticeable opera transform this refined row house located at the corner of Larkin and Green Streets into an intimate restaurant. An elegant menu and extensive wine list confirm A... more

Amato Pizza

A family owned and opperated pizzeria nestled in Almaden Valley San Jose, California. ------------------ Sandwiches. The sandwiches make for greasy, sloppy, ferociously delicious eating. There are 34 varieties, categorized in three groups: hot... more

Amato's

Leda Amato Dill holds the family name and all the fine sandwich recipes that have been passed down through four generations of Amato's. All sandwiches are made from 100% U.S.D.A. beef and gourmet deli meats using high-quality, homemade Itali... more

Amber Bistro

Amber Bistro combines California and Southeast Asian sensibilities to create an eclectic blend of fresh and exciting flavors. Earthy hues, dark wood, warm lighting and a wall of windows create a relaxed and inviting backdrop for your meal. Amber&rsqu... more

Amber India Restaurant

2008 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - Third Place Best All You Can Eat Lunch Buffet You'd be forgiven for just eating the butter chicken at Amber's delicious lunch buffet. It's fantastic. But the rest of this upscale but affordable buff... more

Amber India Restaurant

Indian. An stylish, bejeweled restaurant rich with exotic aromas, Amber India is a Santana Row restaurant that stands out with creative Indian fare and fabulous cocktails. Under the direction of award-winning chef Vittal Shetty, the menu showcas... more

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