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Cotogna has many features to offer hungry diners: authentic Italian cuisine, late hours, and a convenient location in Jackson Square. As if that weren’t enough, the classic brick walls add another pleasing aspect to the already welcoming décor. Bar dining affords guests an up-close view of the open kitchen, including a classic pizza oven. But pizza isn’t all that Cotogna is serving up: patrons can choose from a list of lunch and dinner options daily, with a special Sunday Supper menu available weekly. Because Cotogna strives to use fresh ingredients, the lunch and dinner menus are subject to change. However, …

Established in 1908, John’s Grill is a landmark restaurant that offers guests great streaks, fresh seafood, salads, and pasta for an honest price. Located in the heart of Union Square, John’s Grill attracts people of all kinds, even celebrities, because of their American cuisine and cocktails. John’s Grill interior is classic rendition on how restaurant looked in the past. The restaurant’s interior is decorated with original period furniture. Their dark oak panels are covered with photos of famous guests and pieces of art in the 1900’s. For large parties, John’s Grill has a private dining room that can accommodate up …

McCormick & Kuleto’s Seafood Restaurant is located in famed Ghirardelli Square, overlooking the San Francisco Bay and other prized attractions like Alcatraz Island, Angel Island, Aquatic Park, and the marina. They only offer the highest quality of seafood that changes accordingly to its supply and demand; the menu is printed twice daily to ensure it reflects what’s hot off the docks and hot in the kitchen. Guests can expect to indulge on local catches as well as seasonal specialties from the US and international waters. Complement your ‘surf’ with some ‘turf’ and enjoy a number of prime steak, chicken, and …

With a graduate from a culinary school in Rome as the owner and chef, Allegro Romano is a restaurant where modern décor meets traditional flavors.With time-honored classics such as Bruschetta alla Romana, grilled Italian bread served with garlic and tomatoes, and Homemade Lobster Ravioli gracing the menu of this restaurant, diners’ taste buds will be taken on a culinary adventure through Italian cuisines. This pasta heavy menu affords a number of meatless dishes for the vegetarian to enjoy. Allegro Romano boasts that it is out of the way of many tourist heavy areas in San Francisco, resulting in an oasis …

With a name translating to “Papa’s House” in English, it is clear that one of the goals of Chez Papa Bistrot is to create a feeling of comfort and familiarity within this French bistro-like atmosphere. Red chairs and cozy tables compose a large part of the dining room, while a bar mixing up delectable house drinks overlooks the restaurant. Outdoor seating is available to help guests take advantage of sunnier days. Chez Papa Bistrot goes all-out to bring Southern French cooking and customs to the welcoming neighborhood of Portrero Hill. Their dishes come from a variety of menus, including lunch …

Bistro Central Parc of the NOPA neighborhood in San Francisco offers diners a unique atmosphere reminiscent of a French bistro in which to enjoy fine French dining. With a setting of quaint wooden tables and chairs, this restaurant strives to host a cozy, comfortable atmosphere for its guests. This restaurant offers guests varied dinner and brunch menus. Brunch guests can choose from a list of Omelets, Specialites du Petit Matin, and other French dishes, including Escargots Bourguignon and Moules Marinieres. This menu comes conveniently in a la carte style, placing no restrictions on the diner’s appetite. The dinner menu, a …

Maykadeh restaurant of North Beach expertly uses Persian spices in their cuisine to give their food an authentic taste. From Kebabs to Soltani, Maykadeh stays true to its heritage, even offering diners traditional desserts such as Pallodeh and Bastani, a traditional Persian ice cream. Maykadeh also features a Halal menu just as varied as the regular one. Classic white tablecloths and flawless presentation characterize the interior of this restaurant, making Maykadeh the ideal place to take a date. In addition to dining in options, this restaurant offers two different catering menus to help serve at any special event.

High ceilings and flawless table settings help make Roy’s Restaurant of the SOMA district one of the top places to enjoy Hawaiian fusion cuisine in a simple, yet elegant setting. The menu consists of items that have become Roy’s signature dishes around the world; in addition, this particular Roy’s has its own local menu featuring dishes unique to the location. Diners that want to try a sampling of specialties can look to the Mixed Plates section that features options such as the Shellfish Sampler, the Surf and Turf, and the Roy’s Trio--a signature dish starring Hibachi Salmon, Macadamia Nut Mahi …

San Francisco is known for having an excellent food scene where many are conscious of what exactly they put into their bodies and every step of how their food is prepared. So is the staff at Central Kitchen, just east of the Mission District. Focused on sustainability and sourcing food and ingredients locally, Chef Thomas McNaughton and his staff serve dinner seven days a week starting at 5:30 p.m. and change the menu regularly to showcase the seasons. Small appetizers like the Fried Sardines, Hen Rillettes and the Cucumber and Radish Salad highlight a wide range of edible options for …

R & G Lounge offers diners traditional Cantonese cuisine right from the heart of Chinatown. The interior décor is very modern, with stainless steal countertops and uniquely designed accents on the ceilings and walls. Along the walls, carnivorous diners have the opportunity to scope out their meal: fish tanks filled with live seafood just waiting to be ordered. R & G Lounge is known for its signature Salt and Pepper Dungeness Crab as well as other seafood-centered dishes. Seafood isn’t the only protein option available, however. Plenty of dishes star beef, pork, and chicken as their main ingredient. The menu …

Venticello Ristorante is probably the best kept secret restaurant in San Francisco. Located atop Nob Hill, Venticello is an Italian restaurant that offers an intimate atmosphere that is reminiscent of a countryside farmhouse in Tuscan. Walking distance from many key mark sites like Mark Hopkins and Fairmont Hotels, Venticello is noted as one of the most romantic restaurants in SF. Above the main dining area, Venticello has a bar fully stocked with distilled spirits and the finest Italian and California wines. Venticello is a perfect dining establishment for a romantic outing with your significant other.

Five stories above the street level on Market Street, Seasons Restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel offer guests an American Steakhouse establishment that promotes a farm-to-fork philosophy, featuring a collection of prime California cuts of meat accompanied by the freshest ingredients from local farms in SF. Seasons also has a lounge area that serves artisan cocktails and has an extensive wine list for guests. While enjoying your cocktail or wine, Seasons Lounge offers a hip and sophisticated setting for guests to lounge while waiting for a table in the restaurant or grabbing a few drinks with friends or colleagues. Seasons …

Meaning autumn child; iris, bright, and light in Japanese, Akikos Restaurant serves authentic Japanese cuisine from the heat of Downtown San Francsico. This family owned and operated establishment has provided unique and classic Japanese cuisine for over 26 years and prides themselves in giving the best quality in everything they do. Their charming setting gives off a warm and inviting atmosphere while their entrees are made with only the finest ingredients to make delicious creations like Oyako and Tonkatsu. Akikos Restaurant covers all aspects for guest to enjoy a great night in Downtown SF while dining on Japanese cuisine.

Luckily for diners, the mere name Cafe Tiramisu evokes taste sensations that can actually be found when one visits the restaurant. Located on Belden Place in the Financial District, Cafe Tiramisu offers surprisingly traditional Northern Italian cuisine in a quaint yet upscale cafe atmosphere. The mellow setting and casual atmosphere is suited for those that enjoy dining and conversing at their own leisure and appreciate a more liberating dining experience. Cafe Tiramisu is best known for its fresh, handmade pastas as well as the delicious local seafood that is used in its dishes. It's also known for the quality of …

Located on busy Post Street, Sakana Sushi and Grill consistently lures guests in with the promise of fresh fish on their plethora of sushi rolls. The restaurant’s décor is simple and classy, lending a modest feel to a comfortable dining room. Cherry blossom decorations help keep this restaurant grounded in its Japanese culture. The sushi menu is full of special rolls such as the Spider Roll, a deep fried crab roll with vegetables, and the Vegetarian Roll, which features asparagus, gobo, and avocado. These rolls come in addition to the seasonal rolls that are available at market price only when …

Inside Kabuto, the bustling atmosphere is centered around the sushi bar where lucky diners can watch their sushi rolls being made. Kabuto is known for some unusual spins on traditional sushi, such as the Foie Gras Roll, which places goose liver in the context of conventional sushi. Although the restaurant specializes in this traditional Japanese dish, there are also many options for those not interested in sushi. Kabuto’s dinner menu includes entrees that are grilled, fried, and even some that are best served cold. Special rice and noodle dishes such as the Tamago Zousul, a soup filled with egg and …

Poesia, located in the Castro district, is known as not only an Italian restaurant, but also as a full bar and poetry lounge. The atmosphere of the restaurant itself is poetic, with an expertly decorated dining room that radiates warmth. Lucky diners may even get seated in a cozy nook hidden away in a romantic corner of the restaurant. Poesia makes their pasta fresh daily, resulting in inventive and authentic tasting dishes. Although the menu changes weekly, hungry guests can find a variety of traditional pasta dishes such as Ravioli, Fettuccine, and Gnocchi. These pastas come accompanied by the freshest …

A quaint, red storefront welcomes guests into the cozy space that is L’Ardoise Bistro. This restaurant takes its name from the French word meaning “chalkboard,” so it is only natural that one of the key features of this restaurant is a large chalkboard upon which the nightly specials are written. Diners can opt to sit in the general dining area amidst dark wood tables or up at the bar. This bar houses a vast selection of wines, which servers gladly recommend to their diners. The menu includes many traditional French dishes such as the Charcuterie Plate and the Cheese Selection …

Frances, located in the Castro district, serves up fresh French cuisine with a hint of California influence. A cozy interior filled with small wooden tables close together in a bistro-like style welcomes new and old guests alike. Frances uses only fresh ingredients and strives to support local farmers. Because of this, the menu is constantly changing. Diners can expect a menu in the a la carte style, however many options may be different from the week or even the day before. Some of the special dishes of this restaurant include the satisfying Applewood Smoked Bacon Beignets and the Red Snapper. …

Friendly servers and classic décor take guests of Capannina through a tour of Italy during their dinner at this ristorante Italiano. Two menus serve to entice diners in this cozy atmosphere: a three-course prix fixe menu and an a la carte menu. Both feature well thought out dishes that are heavily influenced by Italian traditions. The prix fixe menu starts diners off with either the Soup of the Day or the House Salad before they dive into their choice of entrees from a list featuring options such as the Pappardelle with Mushrooms and Wild Boar Ragu and the Grilled Salmon. …