Breakfast

Taqueria La Cumbre in the Mission District of San Francisco claims to be the birthplace of the now ubiquitous Super Burrito. Whether or not Taqueria La Cumbre is responsible for the legendary Mission style Super Burrito, the rest of the menu has diners returning to sample their varied offerings. Dishes such as the pollo asada plate, multiple types of quesadillas, hot caldos, and tacos give plenty of options to hungry patrons. The quality, flavor, and texture of the house carne asada is raved about. The habanero sauce, only available on Friday and Saturday, steps up the flavor profile of those …

Open late every night of the week, Taqueria Zorro in North Beach has been serving up fast Mexican fare for a decade. Offering guests a choice of black, whole, and refried beans, four kinds of salsa at the salsa bar, as well as 10 kinds of meat including spicy chicken, marinated chicken, roast pork, char-broiled pork, beef, and fish, Taqueria Zorro has something for nearly everyone. Taqueria Zorro is one of the few places in San Francisco that serves California burritos. This Southern California staple is essentially a carne asada burrito with French fries. The next time it is late, …

For a taste of authentic French cuisine plated with a healthy side of Old World opulence and charm, the Grand Café Brasserie and Bar is the place to visit. The restaurant dining space draws the eyes up to the 30-foot high ceilings with regal architectural elements and impressive columns that hearken back to the days of Art Deco luxury. To complement the space and offer a welcomed balance of inviting fare, the Grand Café menu presents guests with a plush selection of classic French brasserie cuisine dishes firmly rooted in seasonal freshness and flavor. Linger over a delightful drink at …

Since 1916, The Buena Vista Café in Fisherman’s Warf has been a San Francisco landmark. In 1952, with aid from Pulitzer-Prize winning travel writer Stanton Delaplane, the then-owner of the Buena Vista perfected the recipe for their now legendary Irish Coffee. The drink is so popular, the Buena Vista serves up to 2,000 Irish Coffees a day. Should you choose to bypass the Café’s claim to fame, there is a full bar that features a long list of specialty drinks including the Akvavit w/ Beer Snit, the New Orleans Fizz, and the Nutty Irishman. The kitchen serves traditional American fare …

Since 1852, Ghirardelli has built a reputation for producing some of the most decadent and delicious chocolate in the country. People might be surprised to find that Ghirardelli's origins date back to the San Francisco gold rush, when the company provided a taste of luxuriousness to miners exhausted after a grueling day of labor. Ghirardelli's remains an extravagant treat to people who need a break from hectic, modern day living, especially at their original ice cream and chocolate shop in San Francisco. For years, families and friends have enjoyed the traditions shared at this Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop, …

A fruit smoothie is the perfect pick-me-up while strolling through the streets of downtown San Francisco. The Jamba Juice on New Montgomery Street in the South of Market (SoMa) district is a great stop for a smoothie and a snack. This juice bar, which began only serving smoothies, has expanded over the years to offering small bites, tasty flatbreads, cold-cut sandwiches, and hot breakfast wraps. Jamba Juice offers one free boost to their customers. These boost additions contain different combinations of vitamins and nutrients to help revitalize the body. With an added energy or immunity boost, patrons of SoMa’s Jamba …

The chic Fifth Floor restaurant acts as a culinary and visual bridge connecting the Bay area and executive chef Laurent Manrique’s native Southwestern France. The menu is both refreshingly modern and faultlessly traditional, with one dish having a provenance traced to King Henry IV’s table. Fifth Floor’s décor enhances the experience of regional pastiche, with a color scheme that evokes the landscape of both regions. Cool ocean blues mingle with sandy ochres and wine reds, colors that embody not only the surrounding Bay area, but simultaneously transport the diner to Southern France. An evening at Fifth Floor is an exploration …

Many fans of Italian cuisine have craved fresh, well made pasta or a salad but don't have time for a full sit down meal. At Caffe Delucchi, customers can enjoy a quick meal in a casual environment that doesn't skimp on flavor or quality. Located at the corner of Columbus and Stockton in the heart of North Beach, Caffe Delucchi not only serves up a meal for the busy diner on the go, but does so with a unique flair. Whether it be for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the dishes at this intimate Italian eatery combines the time honored of …

While there are many fine Italian restaurants and cafés in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood, few have received the acclaim of Caffe Greco. Located near the corner of Stockton and Columbus, Caffe Greco has been called one of the most authentic cafés in town, and is well known for its selection of Italian coffees and espressos (including Illy), fresh and warm pastries, and crisp paninis. For over 20 years, Caffe Greco has been garnering awards and praise from both critics and customers, and has become a welcome alternative to the larger coffee chains popping up around the city. In addition …

Noah’s New York Bagels is not your average counter-order bagel shop. Nestled in the Pacific Heights area, this bagel deli features a large variety of classic and gourmet options including their signature Asiago Cheese bagel and Peppercorn Potato bagel. Their Anytime Creations menu allows customers to choose from an assortment of meats, cheeses, eggs, vegetables, breads and wraps to craft the ultimate personalized sandwich. For those looking for a healthy alternative, Noah’s New York Bagels offers a separate Smart Choices menu featuring sandwiches with under 350 calories and less than 15 grams of fat. Also available are salads and low …

Centrally located in the buzzing business district of San Francisco’s Union Square, Campton Place provides the opportunity for a quick business lunch, cocktails, or a 5 course sit-down tasting dinner. The restaurant serves a great deal of upscale fare like Caviar, rare wines, and delectable desserts with blown sugar accents as well as scrumptious main courses. Head Chef Srijith uniquely adds a Mediterranean flare to his California cuisine by infusing balance into each dish that is made from fresh locally grown ingredients. Campton Place is surely a winemaker’s and wine lover’s destination as the restaurant’s wine list boasts some of …

With a mission to serve the best hand-crafted beer in the South Bay, FireHouse Grill & Brewery is the hottest place in Sunnyvale to go for lunch, happy hour and dinner! With an amazing brewery, exhibition kitchen, wood-fired oven, luxurious patio and welcoming atmosphere, FireHouse Grill & Brewery is the perfect place to hang out with friends or to make new ones. Complete with plasma TV’s, free internet access and a wide variety of delicious beer, you won’t want to go anywhere else to watch your favorite sporting events, including exclusive UFC fights. FireHouse Grill & Brewery is also the …

Since 1977, Bechelli’s Restaurant has been serving the residence of Cow Hollow their morning meals. Offering straightforward American breakfast fare, the food may not be innovative or cutting edge, but it is satisfying. Bechelli’s allows diners a place to go to relax and not worry about being rushed and crowded. The menu focuses on comfort food at a reasonable price. The old school layout of the restaurant allows numerous seating options from booths and a horsehoe counter to outdoor seating. For a no fuss breakfast in Cow Hollow, give Bechelli’s a shot.