Best Lunch Restaurants in Daly City

240 restaurants available nearby

1. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(504)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 158 times today

Welcome to Elena's -- a place where a family’s love for authentic Mexican food is celebrated and combined with California-inspired elements and signature Mexican-American dishes. We offer reservations for up to 8 guests via OpenTable. At the time of your reservation, we kindly request the entire party be present to be seated. Tables will be held for up to 10 minutes after the reservation time. For parties that arrive later, the table will be released but we will do our best to accommodate the reservation with the next available table. Reservation requests via phone or email are not available at this time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

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2. Original Joe's Westlake

4.8

Exceptional(4904)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Daly City

Booked 127 times today

After a two-year closure, Original Joe's, San Francisco’s quintessential Italian-American dining destination, revitalized iconic Daly City institution Joe’s of Westlake, and reintroduced it into the community as Original Joe’s Westlake. An anchor of Daly City from 1956 to 2014, Original Joe’s Westlake underwent an extensive two-year renovation, complete with a front-to-back interior remodel, including the kitchen and all dining spaces, and an exterior and landscaping overhaul. Following the Original Joe’s tradition, Westlake continues to prepare unpretentious, old-school Italian-American fare in an open kitchen for all to see. The menu is carefully crafted to reflect a past-meets-present hybrid of what Joe’s of Westlake used to be and what Original Joe’s Westlake is today.

3. Chou Chou Bistro

4.3

Awesome(2381)

Price: Moderate

• French • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 5 times today

ChouChou (pronounced "shoo-shoo") strives to bring the spirit of Paris to Forest Hill. The casually elegant bistro showcases rustic Old World cooking with a modern French twist, paired with a thoughtful wine list. Chef mina invites you to experience the warm personalized service that is ChouChou. Bon Appetit! All of our reservations are indoors both dinning room and patio are indoors.

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4. Fiorella Noe Valley

4.5

Awesome(83)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Noe Valley

Booked 18 times today

Fiorella Noe Valley is now serving wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastas and a dozen spritz cocktails!

5. Ofena

4.8

Exceptional(49)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Parkside

Booked 10 times today

“Cooking, for me, is storytelling.” —Tim Humphrey, executive chef. Finalist in both “Best Italian” & “Best New Restaurant” in SFGate’s Best of the Bay. Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s Lakeside District, Ofena draws inspiration from family roots in the quaint sheep-herding village of the same name in the Abruzzo region of Italy. Chef Tim Humphrey proudly presents his ode to Italian cuisine in the form of an expertly crafted menu showcasing the bounty of California and emphasizing the flavors of Italy. Ofena takes modern Italian cuisine to the next level with a fresh, ingredient driven menu. Enjoy inventive craft cocktails in our fully stocked bar and satiate your pasta craving in our warm and intimate space. Located in the old Lakeside Cafe, we aim to continue the tradition of bringing the neighborhood together to be welcomed the Italian way - as family! Come be apart of the story at Ofena! Buon Appetito!

6. NOVY

4.6

Exceptional(706)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Noe Valley

Booked 12 times today

We do our best to make as many tables available for reservations, but we also keep some seats in our bar area available for walk-ins SO if you don't see a table available, please call in and we will do our best to save you a spot! NOVY is a Greek restaurant in the San Francisco Noe Valley district. We are a family-run and woman-owned Greek restaurant. NOVY is our nickname for Noe Valley. We are a neighborhood restaurant serving Greek food alongside fresh California favorites. All of our beer and wine is on tap to do our part in eliminating waste. NOVY strives to provide a personal and delicious dining experience in a polished setting.

7. Bistro Ember

4.7

Exceptional(226)

Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Noe Valley

Booked 7 times today

At Ember, we offer local-Californian inspired cuisine with authentic & vibrant Mediterranean influences. We believe in only working with superior, fresh, organic & local ingredients that Bay Area farmers markets have to offer. We work with the seasonal harvest in an effort to showcase each distinguishable and perfectly in-season ingredient.

8. The Crumb

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4.2

Awesome(11)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Bernal Heights

Booked 4 times today

The Crumb is a warm, inviting restaurant located in the vibrant Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, specializing in Californian cuisine and International tapas. Our establishment is a unique blend of culinary excellence and a strong community focus, where every dish is crafted with a story steeped in tradition, love, and resilience. We aim to create a space where individuals from all walks of life can come together, enjoy exceptional meals, and foster meaningful connections.At The Crumb, we believe that every dish tells a story, crafted from years of hard work, love, and resilience. Our restaurant is a sanctuary for those who have come together, forging a family from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are dedicated to celebrating the spirit of community and hospitality, welcoming new family members to join us in our journey. Together, we create exceptional culinary experiences that reflect our shared passion and commitment to making every guest feel at home.

9. Amoura Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(469)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • South San Francisco

Booked 1 time today

Amoura is an Eastern Mediterranean restaurant inspired by the owners’ Palestinian heritage, and shaped by its location in Northern California. The cuisine incorporates dishes and ingredients from across the Middle East, Greece, and Turkey showcasing the many complementary flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques used throughout this vibrant culinary region. Everything is prepared fresh from scratch daily using the highest quality produce, meats, and seafood available, including local and organic products whenever possible. With the Shihadeh family’s warm hospitality, a visit to Amoura is like being welcomed into their home for a family feast centered around good food and company.

10. Andiamo In Banca

4.6

Exceptional(505)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South San Francisco

Booked 2 times today

Located in the heart of downtown South San Francisco owner John Akkaya and Executive Chef, Angelo bring together a taste of Italy with a Mediterranean twist. Akkaya has been in the restaurant world for over 30 years with two additional Bay Area restaurants, Cafe Figaro in Burlingame and Don Giovanni in Mountain View. As he says himself, Andiamo In Banca is how he is celebrating years of experience in industry by combining the authentic Italian taste with hearty ingredients without losing the cozy experience.

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Elizabeth
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
AMAZING EVERYTHING !!! Food was so good and flavorful! Drinks were great and so cute and the servers and all workers were so nice and lovely❤️❤️
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Elena'sPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Forest Hill / West Portal
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4.7
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Kathleen
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a fantastic brunch! The food was excellent, customer service was impeccable, it was a great experience for all of us. We will be coming back for more Brunches as well as lunch and dinner. Noe Valley has needed a place like Fiorellas for a very long time! Welcome to the neighborhood!
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Fiorella Noe ValleyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Noe Valley
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4.5
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Anthony
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the city! Great food, friendly staff. The sandwiches and flat bread offered at lunch are all amazing. You must also try dessert. The cannoli and tiramisu are some of my favorite EVER!
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OfenaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Parkside
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4.8
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ShadiaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Been hearing that this is a good option if you are looking for an retro vibe, impeccable service and something like House of Prime Rib. Did not disappoint! Excellent meal and ambiance.
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Original Joe's WestlakePrice: Moderate• Italian• Daly City
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4.8
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StevenVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
We went to this little neighborhood French bistro because we couldn’t get a table at the more popular restaurants like Elena and Khao Tiew in West Portal. To our surprise the food and ambiance were better than either of those hot restaurants. It was a full house by 7:30pm and many of the diners spoke French, which is a good sign of authenticity. We had the ChouChou mussels and baked Brie for appetizers, and they were rich and perfectly served. Then we had the rack of lamb and mushroom soufflé, which were both astonishing good for a neighborhood restaurant. This will be our go-to French restaurant in the future.
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Chou Chou BistroPrice: Moderate• French• Forest Hill / West Portal
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4.3

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240 restaurants available nearby

1. Elena's

2. Original Joe's Westlake

3. Chou Chou Bistro

4. Fiorella Noe Valley

5. Ofena

6. NOVY

7. Bistro Ember

8. The Crumb

9. Amoura Restaurant

10. Andiamo In Banca

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