Best Date Night Restaurants in Presidio

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AlamedaBerkeleyBernal HeightsCastroChinatownCivic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

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1. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(1017)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 92 times today

Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

A photo of State Bird Provisions restaurant

2. State Bird Provisions

4.7

Exceptional(3315)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Western Addition

Booked 79 times today

State Bird Provisions started as a recipe for serving quail, it has slowly evolved into a restaurant without any programmed elements.

A photo of Little Original Joe's -- Marina restaurant

3. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

4.8

Exceptional(83)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 84 times today

Welcome to Little Original Joe's -- an Italian-American neighborhood eatery featuring pizza, pasta, and parmigiana in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood! Limited reservations are available for up to 6 guests -- we look forward to seeing you soon!

4. Four Kings

4.7

Exceptional(162)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 12 times today

## Four Kings: A Nostalgic Journey Through Cantonese Cuisine Step into Four Kings and be transported to a vibrant world of nostalgia and flavor. This San Francisco gem, helmed by chefs Franky Ho and Mike Long, serves up a modern take on Cantonese cuisine, infused with the chefs' personal memories and a playful spirit. The atmosphere is electric, with 90s Cantopop tunes filling the air and retro Hong Kong memorabilia adorning the walls. The open kitchen allows you to witness the culinary artistry firsthand, as chefs prepare dishes like the signature **fried squab** and the innovative **mapo spaghetti**. The menu is a celebration of bold flavors and unexpected combinations. Start with the **XO escargot with milk bread**, a decadent treat that will leave you wanting more. For a taste of tradition, try the **Hong Kong black peppered steak**, cooked to perfection and bursting with savory notes. Vegetarians will delight in the **garlic pea shoots**, a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the freshest ingredients. Four Kings is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. It's a place to gather with friends, share delicious food, and reminisce about the golden age of Hong Kong cinema. So come hungry, come curious,

A photo of Che Fico San Francisco restaurant

5. Che Fico San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(1959)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 85 times today

Che Fico, is a California Italian restaurant from Chefs David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer in San Francisco's NOPA neighborhood. The food focuses on Italian cuisine through the lens of California. It’s our vision of Northern California as if it is a region in Italy, our connection to the region, and our love for Italian culinary practices. The rustic, market-driven menu features handmade pasta, pizzas, antipasti, housemade salumi, meat, and fish plus dishes from the Jewish-Roman heritage known as “Cucina Ebraica.” The beverage program focuses heavily on both Italian and Californian wines with a cocktail program that utilizes a variety of spirits, amaros, and seasonal ingredients. Che Fico is a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food, and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance.

A photo of Kokkari Estiatorio restaurant

6. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.8

Exceptional(9238)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 193 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

7. Spruce

4.7

Exceptional(5479)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights

Booked 48 times today

Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!

8. Morella

3.9

Excellent(55)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 28 times today

Morella celebrates the gastronomic influences that immigrants from European countries, particularly Spain and Italy, had on Argentinian cuisine in the decades following the mass migrations at the turn of the 20th century. Morella features traditional empanadas, wood-smoked meats, pastas and internationally inspired drinks — all meant to be enjoyed in a bright convivial space. Our name, Morella, is a derivative of the word Morel, the earthy, nutty, and rare mushroom that is prized by chefs and restaurant connoisseurs, and is featured selectively in our menu who cousins make appearances in our vibrant decor.

9. Starlite

4.4

Awesome(203)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 21 times today

Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.

10. Elena's

4.6

Exceptional(638)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 137 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. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

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CarrieVIP
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The service is the prize here at State Bird. My friend has true celiac disease and the care that the servers took to make sure we knew exactly what he could order was wonderful. There were plenty of options and the food was delicious.
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State Bird ProvisionsPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Western Addition
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4.7
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Katie81
Toronto / Ontario •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing food, excellent service! Everything was great!
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Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8
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Nadine
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food & excellent service in a great atmosphere
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SprucePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Presidio Heights
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4.7
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ValentineWVIP
Vancouver / British Columbia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Four Kings was hands down one of the best meals ive had in a long time. The hot mustard jelly fish was awesome, the escargots had amazing flavor and were cooked perfectly, some places make it too rubbery but the texture was amazing! The claypot rice was good but my fave was the steak chow fun, those thick noodles & smoky beef were just the perfect definition of wok hei! Thanks for an amazing meal!
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Four KingsPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.7
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Frankie
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The entire experience was wonderful. Everything from the amazing food to the attentive and friendly staff and finally the beautiful decor. Must try and we will be back very soon.
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.7