Union Square Restaurants

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 …

Located near the tracks where the famous San Francisco cable cars pass by, Cable Car City Pub & Café on Hallidie Plaza is one of the most loved sports bar in Union Square that offers a Happy Hour that never ends. It’s casual, friendly atmosphere allows patrons to enjoy delicious American cuisine in the great city of San Francisco. Their menu is filled with exquisite appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, and entrees that feature multiple protein choices like seafood and beef. End your dinner at Cable Car with one of their handmade desserts like their Hot Fudge Sundae: a generous amount of …

Hana Zen preserves the tradition of sushi by using the freshest and widest variety of fish. Also they continue the Japanese traditional by serving Yakitori, grilled skewers featuring meats and vegetables by chefs trained in the art of Yakitori grilling. By using only imported charcoal, Bincontan, from Japan, Hana Zen provides the most authentic Yakitori possible here stateside. Located in Union Square and Pier 39, Hana Zen is walking distances away from many of the tourist locations, shops, major hotels, and nightlife San Francisco offers.

Daniel's Cafe is a hidden gem nestled near Downtown SF and Powell St BART station. This cozy cafe offers patrons a destination for a quick bit and a refreshing cup of coffee. Not like other cafe where their ingredients are pre-cooked waiting for an unlucky patron, Daniel's cooks each Breakfast Sandwiches fresh and handcrafted by their friendly staff. Grab a sit at Daniel's storefront seating and enjoy a hot pastry, coffee, or a breakfast sandwich.

Located on Cyril Magnin St in Union Square, Barbary Coast serves mouth watering baked goods, coffees, and teas. Other selections are fresh donuts and breakfast sandwiches, perfect for guests that work in the area and are looking for a breakfast spot that serves great dishes. Barbary Coast is a great place to grab your morning coffee and a pastry on the side.

Located near the BART station on Powell, Cable Car Coffee offers freshly brewed coffee, café drinks, and sandwiches. Cable Car Coffee is a perfect spot to pick up your morning coffee right before you start your daily grind or to enjoy one of their handmade sandwiches in their outdoor seating area. Enjoy a latte before work, at lunch, or after your 9 till 5 at Cable Car Coffee at the Powell station.

Many of the restaurants in San Francisco are well known for constantly sharpening the cutting edge of culinary techniques and cuisine. However, in the hustle and bustle of molecular gastronomy and fusion cuisine, sometimes diners simply crave a straightforward meal that's cooked well and served with a warm smile. This is exactly what diners will find at Tad's Steakhouse, located near the intersection of Powell and O'Farrel. For over 45 years, Tad's has been serving customers delicious steak, salmon, and chicken, and customers that visited this iconic eatery as a child now bring their grandchildren in for a great meal. …

Traditionally, Irish pubs were a haven where people could come to socialize, drink their cares away, hear a bit of music, and maybe enjoy a bite to eat. Johnny Foley's has expanded on this timeless custom in a way that few pubs have in modern times by offering gourmet food, quality live entertainment, and an array of premium beers and liquors. Located just a little ways from Union Square, Johnny Foley's has become a popular gathering place for all kinds of people who come to relax and unwind. Its location in this popular area of the city attracts an eclectic …

Traditional Italian dining creates an ideal atmosphere for family and friends to gather and share stories as well as delicious food. Puccini & Pinetti has captured the spirit of this communal environment, all the while garnering numerous awards for their superb Italian cuisine and impeccable service. Located on the corner of Ellis and Cyril Magnin, on the outskirts of Union Square, Puccini & Pinetti not only serves mouth-watering dishes like Roasted Squash Gnocchi and tender Veal Picatta, but offers a variety of specials morning, noon, and night. The chefs at this acclaimed Italian eatery use fresh local ingredients that are …

Step inside Farallon and feel yourself being whisked away to a mermaid’s paradise. Designer Pat Kuleto’s interior design is so stunning it looks like an art nouveau underwater palace, and may very well be a destination in its own right. Taking cues from the natural beauty of the underwater world, Kuleto fills the space with artful details like jellyfish lamps with graceful trailing tails, and conch-shaped rooms with booths that follow a natural spiral. While the décor is quintessential whimsy, the cuisine is very much rooted in reality, with the elegant, multifaceted creations of Chef and Owner Mark Franz. Franz’s …

Located in the Cornell Hotel de France, Jeanne D’Arc is a French restaurant that pays homage to the famous heroine of France, known to Americans as Joan of Arc. The décor is reminiscent of stepping into a museum, with artifacts and tapestries adorning the walls of this unique restaurant. The soup and salad options of the prix fixed menu change daily, but diners can enjoy entrée options such as the Magret de Canard Du Val De Loire, a duck breast roasted in a cranberry sauce, and Coq au Vin d’Alsace, a chicken dish cooked in Riesling. Along with this menu, …

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 …

Located only a short distance from San Francisco’s Union Square, Santorini is known for its Mediterranean cuisine showcasing dishes from the area’s various regions. The restaurant’s warm ambiance permeates every aspect of the dining experience. Santorini’s specialties include classic Mediterranean dishes that are created fresh daily. Whether the diner is looking for a quick appetizer of pita and hummus for a midday snack or a traditional Greek specialty like Mousaka, they will surely enjoy their trip around the world. Santorini also offers breakfast along with their regular lunch and dinner hours, catering services, and can be reserved for private events.

The savory pork, fish, and vegetable dishes of Catalonian cuisine often aren't very well represented in the United States, which is unfortunate. However, San Francisco is lucky enough to host restaurants like B44 that not only present authentic dishes from Catalonia, but in true gourmet fashion. Located in Belden Place, B44 offers this unique style of food that has garnered acclaim from critics all over the world. At this authentic Catalonian eatery, guests will find flavorful seafood dishes like Cazuela, award-winning Arros Negre, and a wide selection of popular, creamy Catalonian desserts. Diners can enjoy fine dishes like these in …

Gitane is located on quiet Claude Lane between the Financial District and Union Square. Gitane has eclectic yet comfortable furnishings that create a romantic dining experience. The menu focuses on the range of cuisines from the Iberian Peninsula, which stretches from southern France through Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. In addition to the foods of Iberia, the bar at Gitane has made a specialty of the Sherries of Spain and Portugal. The staff is well-versed in both the food and spirits of the region and Gitane is a relaxing choice for a taste of Iberia in an eclectic and festive space.

Providing a lively backdrop for mingling with friends over cocktails, lingering over a romantic meal, or simply absorbing some live entertainment, First Crush aims to please. Intimate dinners and large parties alike are welcome, and encouraged to sample the many small plates, large entrees, and the staggering exclusively California-based wine list. Tickle your taste buds with petite samplings like the Baked “Crush” Salad and the Dungeness Crab Cake, and then commence the feast with the Pan Roasted Hawaiian Walu or the Crush “Kobe” Burger. Dining at First Crush begins with the same giddiness of its namesake experience but can easily …

Old World elegance woos modern sophistication at Scala’s Bistro through an ambience and menu that prizes classic presentation and quality. Rustic Northern Italian and Southern French influences converge in the restaurant’s traditional Parisian café setting, and Executive Chef Tim Nugent takes the opportunity to bring the European countryside to his patrons. Dishes like the Beef Carpaccio, Lemon Parsley Gnocchi, and the Seared ‘Loch Duart’ Salmon, hope to seduce you with their fresh and seasonal ingredients, while the 150 bottle wine list and classic cocktail menu compliment the cuisine and offer their own unique rewards.

With its white marble stairs, towering Roman-style columns, and expansive dining room, Michael Mina is a monument to gastronomy. Its décor, awash in a subdued mauves, brown leathers, and soft creams, manages to be highly modern and chic, while still evoking a timeless, stately elegance. Chef de Cuisine Chris L’Hommedieu, who has had extensive experience working under Executive Chef Michael Mina in the past, expertly executes Mina’s New American culinary vision, presenting decadent prix-fixe menus showcasing fresh ingredients, culinary creativity, and epicurean artistry at its finest. Michael Mina’s namesake restaurant delivers a decadently pleasurable culinary romp in a calmingly demur …

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 …