2008 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - First Place Best Middle Eastern The one and only. Falafel Drive-In has became a South Bay institution for its great falafels and other Middle Eastern delights. Don’t miss the banana shakes.... more
A passion for authentic BBQ is behind everything we do. Our pitmasters get their hickory logs smoldering around 4 a.m. We start with top quality meats, hand-rub them with fresh spices, and slow-cook them to perfection. We serve amazing BBQ. You can... more
By far the fanciest Chinese restaurant we've ever seen, the Far East Cafe is deceptively inexpensive; although you'll dine in a mahogany-panelled room draped with red velvet curtains, you'll pay a pittance for some really yummy food. The dim sum is u... more
Truly off the beaten path (blink and you miss it, especially when driving at night!) FARM is a tempting destination with or without its host, the fabulous Carneros Inn. The menu, courtesy of Executive Chef Aaron Meneghelli, is equally decadent for di... more
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Decor and music create a welcoming, casual, yet trendy atmosphere. At Farmhouse Kitchen, you're in for a unique Thai experience. more
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At Farmshop Marin enjoy a drink at the 50-foot hand sculpted wooden bar, watch the chefs in the open kitchen and at the pizza oven, or dine on the patio. If for drinks during after work, weekend brunch, a special night celebrating with friends and fa... more
Hospitality and authentic Mexican Food in the heart of Sonoma County. Farolito's margaritas are a must and the atmosphere is lively. El Farolito Healdsdburg only serves our housemade Mole Diaz Bros, Vegan Free and with 20+ Ingredients. Farolit... more
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Fat Angel was born out of a passion for The Fillmore District. We are a casual wine bar and cafe that serves comforting food and drink to the community. We offer a handpicked, eclectic mix of wine and beer that spans the globe, focusing on regions an... more
Seeing a need for a gourmet "pizza-by-the-slice", Gail Giffen founded Fat Slice Pizza in 1986, with the intent of bringing a quality slice to the residents and students near the Cal campus. more
A vibrant Bay Area restaurant & bar serving simply prepared new urban Venetian, Italian inspired cuisine. Utilizing organic and sustainable ingredients. more
We are in Noe Valley and offer authentic Middle Eastern dishes and decor, patio seating on sunny days and American brunch.  more
Persian inspired flavors and cooking techniques are melded with Mediterranean influences.  Faz has been wooing Bay Area patrons for over three decades.   Happy Hour: Tuesday - Saturday 5pm - 7pm Corkage fee - $15 / bottle Cakes or Desser... more
Persian inspired flavors and cooking techniques are melded with Mediterranean influences.  Faz has been wooing Bay Area patrons for over three decades.   Corkage fee - $15 / bottle Cakes or Desserts - cutting fee or $2.50 / person more
Persian inspired flavors and cooking techniques are melded with Mediterranean influences.  Faz has been wooing Bay Area patrons for over three decades.   Corkage fee - $15 / bottle Cakes or Desserts - cutting fee or $2.50 / person more
The food is Faz's wonderful Persian / Near Eastern utilizing an open hearth fireplace grill, along with a smoker to smoke and grill anything from vegetables to succulent meats to seafood. Aromas from that fireplace fill the dining room. Faz is also k... more
Full service restaurant and bar featuring the distinctive Mediterranean-style cuisine of Faz Poursohi. Cuisine: Mediterranean-style cuisine featuring exhibition cooking with Woodburning Ovens, a Rotisserie and a Smoker. Signature items include: Med... more
We offer authentic Cantonese, Mandarin, and Peking cuisine. Our menu includes all your favorite classics, daily specials, take-out, lunch specials, vegetarian dishes, as well as new and unique "local" creations. Located 7 miles north from Santa Cru... more
Fenix is an acoustically designed restaurant in downtown San Rafael, CA. The space, carefully crafted to showcase local and national talent, is an ideal destination for music lover and musician. Music performances are curated and produced by Merl Sa... more
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On your way from Fisherman's Wharf to North Beach, stop here for a break. It is a tiny Irish pub that has a tendancy to get packed inside. Several Irish natives are found partaking of lager and engaged in spirited debates. If the weather is nice, you... more
Fiddlers is a traditional pub & restaurant. We offer a variety of food and beverages along with our Irish hospitality that will make you feel right at home!  more
Fiesta Del Mar Too is recognized for its unique and delicious Camarones (shrimp) dishes and has been honored by the readers of The Mountain View Voice with the "Best Seafood" in town award. more
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Fig & Thistle started as a tiny wine bar in 2013, since then we've opened a dispensary where the bar used to be, moved into a bigger space next door and teamed up with our good friends of Outta Sight Pizza. We're excited to serve you some of the bes... more
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Opened in 1886, Ristorante Fior d'Italia is America's oldest Italian restaurant. Chef Gianni Audieri continues the tradition of serving authentic Northern Italian cuisine with dishes such as gnocci, osso buco and calamari being called the Best in San... more
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Fiore restaurant brings new life to the world of fine Italian cuisine.  Fiore has risen to great success due to its savory cuisine and friendly service. Nestled on the outskirts of Concord Fiore caters to a sophisticated palate. The warm atmosp... more
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Fiorella is a neighborhood favorite in SF's Richmond District. We bring the Richmond delicious Italian cuisine, outdoor dining on weekends & you simply have to try one our our wood oven fired pizza! more
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Outer Richmond neighborhood with California-Italian mainstay Fiorella and modern tavern Violet's, will open the latest addition to their burgeoning restaurant group: Fiorella Polk. The new restaurant will bring many of Fiorella's greatest hits (inclu... more
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
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Firehouse is the home of San Jose's "New Pub Fare." One of our points of pride is the care we take in crafting or food. Our American cuisine is comfortable, but yet goes a step above traditional bar fare. It is not uncommon for us to have several... more
First Street Cafe is located in downtown historic Benicia, California. For the last 20 years, we've been a warm place to eat, drink and relax - our classic American cafe is where both regulars and visitors delight in our timeless comfort & charm. more
An English pub in the heart of Livermore, with sandwiches and beer. more
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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
Preparing brilliant seafood dishes such as Alaskan halibut, Catalina swordfish and offering a wonderful array of fresh sushi, the Fish Market in San Jose is perfect for seafood lovers. This San Jose seafood restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and... more
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Sustainable Seafood Restaurant on the water. Open for outdoor dining (dogs welcome too), to-go and delivery! more
In a bright and lively atmosphere, Flaherty's offers fresh regional and specialty fishes including local sand dabs, Monterey Bay spot prawns, live oysters and live whole cracked dungeness crab, as well as homemade pastas, meat and poultry and award-w... more
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We Know Seafood... We know good seafood, we know how to buy it and we know how to prepare it. Unlike most restaurants (even the best of them) where fish is often a secondary item on the menu… at Flaherty’s it’s all about seafood.... more
2009 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - Third Place Best American more
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Known for big portions, Flames in downtown San Jose epitomizes everything that’s right and good about breakfasts—generous portions, fast service and food that doesn’t amaze but usually satisfies. The breakfast selection is huge,... more
Flanagan’s Irish-American Pub is located in the Barnyard Shopping Village in Carmel, CA. Fast becoming a local’s favorite, Flanagan’s is known for their fresh-cut chips (fries for the Yanks), burger, reuben, and Buffalo wi... more
We pride ourselves in California Comfort Food. Located at the corner of Pillar Point Harbor and North Cabrillo Highway on the beautiful Pacific Coastline, Flavor offers you one of the best spots to enjoy its version of classic American fare. Hours o... more
FLIGHTS was founded with FUN in mind. Restaurantuer, Alex Hult, and his wife, Sarah Hult, created this concept on a vacation to Hawaii in search of the perfect flight of cocktails. FLIGHTS is a comfort food / tapas style restaurant with an incredible... more