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A photo of Cable 55 restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(24)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 1 time today
From January 13-16, 2025; to better serve all of our guests, the following policies will apply to all tables.- Dining time limit of 90 minutes- $35 Food & Beverage minimum per person- Automatic 18% gratuity added In the heart of San Francisco’s popular neighborhood at Market and Fifth, the contemporary Cable 55 restaurant is found in the sleek Parc 55 San Francisco - a Hilton Hotel, offering tourists and residents a stylish venue and delicious change of pace from rich American classics by infusing them with a light, local flair. As a Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly Restaurant, Cable 55 is dedicated to sustainably serving you.
A photo of Saison Cellar & Wine Bar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(38)
Price: Expensive
• Wine Bar • SOMA
Booked 16 times today
Saison Wine Bar invites wine lovers or anyone thirsty to enjoy a very personal list curated by Mark Bright and our team of Sommeliers, complemented by French wine bar fare. The vast wine collection - available by the glass, flight, or bottle - leans heavily into France while highlighting extraordinary global producers and our neighbors in Northern California. We showcase benchmark as well as niche labels, with deep verticals and highly allocated bottles. Our menu is designed for groups large and small to snack and savor, from traditional Croque Monsieurs or Pâté en Croûte, to our Signature Caviar Service and robust Charcuterie and Cheese program featuring imports and local artisans. The richly textured, classic "Saison blue" space offers banquettes, booths, and bar seating. We host winemaker events regularly. We are proudly part of Saison Hospitality - only a few minute walk from two Michelin-starred Saison! Our team is always here to taste, chat, or simply cheers. You're next!
A photo of Canela Bistro & Wine Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1585)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • The Castro
Booked 20 times today
Take a trip to Spain without your passport! Established in 2011, Canela's Spanish and California cuisine has been drawing in locals and visitors alike. Crafted with a mix of ingredients and wines imported from Spain as well as California's bounty, Canela's mix of tapas and paella is made to please. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors with you in mind. Honored to be awarded a Certified Restaurant from Spain by the Spanish Trade Commission, we offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.
A photo of Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(900)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 35 times today
***Best Jazz Club in the City, by San Francisco Magazine***Mr. Tipple’s is a craft cocktail bar featuring live jazz.-Reservations have a 90min time limit from reservation time. There is a $20/guest min for table serviceMr. Tipple’s heralds back to a 1950s NYC basement. Cozy. Dark. Boozy. The intimate setting features local jazz artists up close and personal. It’s a joint where you come as you are, hear great music, tap your toes, and sip a properly chilled cocktail.-My name is Mr. Tipple. Just a simple and laughable bloke hailing from London. I run a recording studio. My friends joke that you’ll oft find me spinning cocktails, not reeling tape. After a few too many, I usually just sit back and enjoy the music, having forgotten to hit record. Regardless, the band is always jiving, the whiskey is always cold, and we’re having a smashing good time.
A photo of Sisterita restaurant
4.5
Awesome(125)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 26 times today
We take pride in sourcing our ingredients from local farms and markets to ensure the freshest, most flavorful dishes possible. Our menu features seasonal produce and house-made bread, and we're particularly excited to offer our signature Voilà French Toast Brioche, which is quickly becoming a local favorite. For something a little more unique, try our Alcatraz Escape shrimp omelet, and of course, no brunch is complete without a warm bowl of our classic French Onion soup. Whether you're looking for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick bite during the workweek, we invite you to join us in our cozy, inviting space and experience the warm hospitality of Sisterita.
A photo of Taksim restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(417)
Price: Expensive
• Turkish • SOMA
Booked 25 times today
Taksim is inspired by a modern approach to authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Our team has a profound love for Mediterranean gastronomy, a dedication to refinement, and a commitment to using the best ingredients.Taksim focuses on contemporary and often playful versions of classic ideas. Our seasonal menu reflects a fresh gastronomic outlook rooted in memories, where each dish is conceived with a specific culinary philosophy.
A photo of Omakase restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(387)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • SOMA
Booked 6 times today
Omakase offers a curated, fixed-price tasting menu designed to engage all your senses. This culinary journey introduces the diverse flavors of Japanese cuisine, featuring fish flown directly from Japan. Specializing in Edomae-style sushi—a traditional preparation with modern touches—Omakase creates a fun, relaxed dining atmosphere. Thank you for entrusting your experience to our chefs and choosing Omakase. We look forward to serving you.
A photo of Frances restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3675)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • The Castro
Booked 17 times today
At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.
A photo of Mochica restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1387)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • Potrero Hill / Dogpatch
Booked 13 times today
----------*Our beautiful city of San Francisco gets chilly at night, Do not forget your jacket.*Due to Limited tables, every table has a time limit of 90 minutes.*Punctually is important, we will patiently wait 10 minutes past reservation time, then table will be given away. ------San Francisco’s critically acclaimed Mochica is the home of Peruvian Fusion. Long considered one of San Francisco's best kept secrets, Chef Carlos Altamirano prominently features the unmistakable touch of Peru, with the distinct flavors of regional spices in every dish; yet with unexpected and delightful twists.
A photo of Eclipse Kitchen and Bar restaurant
3.7
Very Good(279)
Price: Moderate
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Indulge in classic San Francisco cuisine or celebrate the day’s end with one of our signature cocktails or sample a hand-selected flight of California wines at Eclipse Kitchen & Bar. Take in the grandeur of our lobby's architecture as you start your day with breakfast or wind down at the bar with a mouthwatering appetizer. Eclipse’s lively ambience is ideal for business meetings or personal celebrations. Full bar seating includes plush couches, modern pub tables and tufted benches for private conversations.

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  • joshuaa
    Hawaii •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great little restaurant with a beautiful dinning room, nice staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
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    SisteritaPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Financial District / Embarcadero
    4.5
  • TerryVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •110 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    What a fantastic spot! We chose Mr. Tipple’s mostly for its proximity to the Bill Graham Auditorium, but almost immediately upon entering wondered “how did we not know about this place?” The space is very intimate and inviting, and from the front desk to everyone who served us, the staff was friendly and efficient. The dim sum format was perfect for the venue and delicious. Oh right… and wow: the quartet playing that evening was five star.
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    Mr. Tipple’s Jazz ClubPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
    4.9
  • MariaVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •36 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Our evening at Canela was wonderful from start to finish. The happy hour is a great deal although it’s only available at the bar seats of which there are only 8 or 10! The food is really delicious. We ordered a bunch of tapas. We loved the chicken skewers, the Spanish Caesar salad, the Market salad and the croquettes. My friends enjoyed the pork rinds and the chorizo. The biggest surprise of the evening was the delicious gazpacho - something I don’t usually order but it had pears, strawberries and feta cheese with croutons. It was the best gazpacho I’ve ever had. The shrimp with garlic were also some of the best I’ve ever had. The sauce was sooo good and it’s served with bread to soak up the extra sauce. We had sangria - both red and white which were super tasty. I enjoyed the Tempranillo by the glass which paired perfectly with the food. Service was professional and attentive. Our table was a booth tucked in a corner which was cozy and made conversation easy to hear among the 4 of us in our party. We ended with coffee which is made to order and split an order of churros. It was a delicious end to a terrific evening!
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    Canela Bistro & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Castro
    4.8
  • Gabriel
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 18 Feb 2025
    Stellar wine list and an incredible staff!! Bring everyone that’s near and far
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    Saison Cellar & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• SOMA
    4.6
  • RyanVIP
    Orange County •38 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 17 Nov 2024
    Absolutely a phenomenal meal and service! First time dining at Cable 55 and first time staying at Parc 55. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I’ll definitely be back!
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    Cable 55Price: Moderate• Unspecified• Downtown / Union Square
    4.6
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