Spanish Restaurants

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Named after one of the Basque region’s signature dishes, Piperade combines accomplished Chef Gerald Hirigoyen’s robust and unique native cuisine with the Bay Area’s fresh and bustling vibe. Nestled between Telegraph Hill and the Financial District, this warm, chic restaurant attracts a lively crowd. Piperade’s menu focuses on fresh, savory seafood and gourmet touches, and even offers daily prix fixe lunch specials. The Cold Poached Foie Gras with black pepper, sea salt and apple compote as well as the Piperade with sautéed serrano ham and poached egg are promising selections that make this menu stand apart. With an inviting outdoor …

Destino is lively and casual, and walking inside on an otherwise quiet Monday night can feel like being transported to a South American city during happy hour. The bright walls of the dining room are decorated with religious icons and mirrors of all shapes and sizes. Destino's menu is composed completely of small plates, all infused with flavors that Executive Chef James Schenk grew up with. Examples of the menu include three striking ceviches, tiger prawns with a spicy sofrito puree over plantain-bacon cakes, and a popular Peruvian street food: beef-heart skewers served with aji panca pepper reduction.

With this cozy yet lively eatery in the Financial District, Executive Chef and Owner Gerard Hirigoyen brings his native Basque cuisine to the San Francisco restaurant scene. Come during lunch to enjoy a pair of bocadillos (small sandwiches) that come in such mouth-watering varieties as Chorizo with Walnut Spread and Catalan Sausage. At night, a traditional tapas-style menu takes over, featuring classic Northern Spanish small plates. The restaurant also boasts a lengthy wine list with a focus on Spanish wines. The seating at Bocadillos is mostly at large communal tables or at the bar, making it a great place to …

Insalata is a gracious, comfortable restaurant that specializes in the genuine flavors and spices of the Mediterranean region. The complex Mediterranean food of Insalata has been made from locally sourced produce, meat, and poultry long before “locally sourced” was a standard of excellence in the restaurant industry. Owner Heidi Insalata Krahling became interested in food as a child in a food-intensive Italian family. She has expanded her Italian cooking heritage to include the cuisines of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures, and it is a wonderful adventure to dine at Insalata.

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.

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 …

Campanula Kitchen of North Beach is known for their ability to put a delicious spin on some American favorites. Their Macaroni & Cheese comes with smoked bacon, herb bread crumbs, and truffle oil mixed in. They also serve unique small dishes such as Wild Boar “Sliders” and even Bone Marrow. Diners should be sure to sample not only the dishes, but also the specialty beverages: a select list including cocktails, wines, and beers. Dim lighting combines with views of Washington Park to create a romantic atmosphere that is ideal for an intimate dinner.

Andalu in the Mission District is a place where you must dine at. Andalu’s specialty is tapas, small entrees preferably Spanish cuisine. Andalu has a vast arrangement of delicious small plates like their Ahi Tartar Tacos and Curly Polenta Fries with Spicy Tomato Vinaigrette. Andalu encourages guests to order a plethora of small plates to share amongst your party. This style of eating ensures that your tasting experience at Andalu will never get stale. Andalu also offers a long list of wines to pair with your tapas choices. There isn’t a dull moment at Andalu. They offer a dining experience …

With influences stemming from Italy and Spain, The Basin serves up both types of food with American flair. In downtown Saratoga, just southwest of San Jose, The Basin has a wide selection of small plates such as the Paella Pequena, Lamb Sliders, house made Burrata and Truffle Fries. Seafood and Salads are available with fresh Shucked Oysters, House Cured Wild Salmon and the Fancy Green Salad on the lighter side. If you are hankering for a large entrée, the Pork N’ Clams with a Snake River Farms tenderloin and littleneck clams should hit the spot, as will the Thick Cut …

Blending the culinary traditions of Spanish cuisine with the exotic flare of Latin America, Cascal in Mountain View offers a unique dining experience. Restaurateur Don Durante, the man behind the Silicon Valley icon, Birk’s Restaurant, created Cascal as a restaurant where he would go to enjoy an evening with friends. The menu features 25 Tapa style dishes, and a variety of paellas and regional dishes from all over the Latin World. Happy Hour, Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. features specialty cocktails, selected red and white wines by the glass, house champagne by the glass, and draft …

Amidst the home-style Italian restaurants and trendy sushi bars, Txoko provides Telegraph Hill locals a real Euskal Herria treat. The Basque influenced menu boasts seafood and meat dishes, ranging from Fanny Bay Oysters appetizer to Almond Wood Grilled Veal Chop, served with Butternut Squash, Mushrooms, Potato Gratin, Crispy Sweetbreads, and Grilled Scallions all under a Sherry Sauce. The terse assortment of starters, entrees and sides is accompanied by the “Big Plates” section.To continue the Basque effect, the Pintxos, or bar snacks, leave little to desire. Options like Duck Rillette or Bocadillo de Boquerones prove Txoko is not a typical chips …

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