Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in South San Francisco

19 restaurants available nearby

1. Trestle

4.8

Exceptional(2777)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 32 times today

Hi Neighbor!At Trestle, we remember a time, not too long ago, where people took pause to enjoy a meal in the presence of great company, giving it the reverence and respect deserved. We provide a dining experience served in courses, with the satisfaction and warmth found at a family gathering, creating the foundation to a proper meal. Every day we feature a changing 3 course prix fixe menu with choices on each course for $45/person. We will have an optional additional pasta course for $12/person. Unfortunately, we do not offer ala-carte options.We are able to accommodate vegetarian options nightly. We do our best to accommodate other allergies/restrictions based on the menu for that evening. Due to our limited spacing, we can accommodate parties of 8 or less only.

2. AKIKOS

4.8

Exceptional(1618)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 6 times today

Located in the vibrant East Cut neighborhood, just a 15-minute walk from the Ferry Building, our diverse and sustainability-driven menu offers a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Omakase experience. We blend innovative takes on Japanese cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients and fish sourced from Tokyo’s renowned Toyosu Fish Market. Signature dishes, such as our Shokupan—grilled milk bread topped with toro and golden Kaluga caviar—and the aged, soy-cured bluefin tuna nigiri, showcase a harmonious fusion of premium seafood and thoughtfully curated ingredients, presented with creative flair.Please note, we currently offer Omakase experiences exclusively for lunch and dinner, with no à la carte options available. For guests seeking to enhance their experience, additional nigiri selections are available a la carte from our nama menu after the tasting. The Omakase lunch experience is priced at $150 per guest, and the Omakase dinner experience is priced at $255 per guest.

3. Nightbird

4.6

Exceptional(833)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 12 times today

Nightbird offers a 12 Course , from chef, owner and James Beard Nominated, Kim Alter. It is an elegant boutique restaurant in the heart of San Francisco (Hayes Valley) embracing California's freshest, seasonal, local ingredients. the price of the menu is $195/person with a 16% service charge, 6% Heathy SF, and tax. Please understand we have 10 tables in our dining room, for that reason we do have the policy below.Cancellation policy: If cancelled after the 48 hour window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.For parties over 4 people, one weeks notice is needed for a cancellation. If cancelled after the 5 working day window, we charge the card on file $195 per person.

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4. The Empress by Boon

4.5

Awesome(1384)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 40 times today

Empress by Boon is San Francisco’s newest, must-visit epicurean destination, offering a seasonal menu in modern Cantonese gastronomy. Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon applies traditional techniques to fresh, local ingredients to produce distinctive contemporary dishes infused with Cantonese flavors. The spacious restaurant occupies the former location of Chinatown’s celebrated Empress of China with striking city views. Reimagined by Chef Boon and team, the Empress was brought back to its former glory by embracing modern design elements while incorporating restored original features, creating a welcoming atmosphere that pays homage to the history of the beloved location.

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5. COQUETA - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3380)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 47 times today

Brought to you by Award Winning Chef Michael Chiarello and located at Pier 5 on the bustling San Francisco Waterfront, Coqueta is inspired by the cuisines of Spain. Chef Chiarello feels that Spain’s signature ‘small plates’ coupled with the social vibrancy of their dining scene is the perfect combination for San Francisco, which has its own deep-rooted history with the country. Focusing on regional dishes from Madrid, Catalonia, the Basque Country and beyond, the menu will feature Chiarello's interpretation of traditional Spanish cuisine and, as has always been his tradition, will highlight the bounty of fresh, local ingredients from land and sea.Coqueta means “flirt” or “infatuation” in Spanish, and represents Michael Chiarello and his team’s exploration and interpretation of Spanish Cuisine, wine and inspired cocktails, while highlighting the bounty of Northern California.

6. Omakase

4.9

Exceptional(385)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 9 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.

7. 3rd Cousin

4.4

Awesome(571)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Bernal Heights

Cozy, intimate and romantic...Chef Greg Lutes has created a unique, innovative dining destination in Bernal Heights. Renowned for his Uni Crème Brûlée as well as well as his global approach to Californian Cuisine. Take a journey of the senses with his tasting menu or sit back and create your own menu. Polished service and a extensive wine list make dining at 3rd Cousin an event to savor and remember.

8. 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.

9. Villon

4.2

Awesome(1263)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 5 times today

Menu highlights San Francisco Proper Hotel's take on California cuisine, with a focus on seasonal vegetables and local ingredients. In Proper fashion the cocktail list features our take on classics with a twist. Credit card requiredThis restaurant requires a credit card to secure this reservation. All credit card information will be processed securely. No-shows or cancellations less than 1 day in advance may be subject to a charge of $25 per person.

10. Collina

4.8

Exceptional(176)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 4 times today

GO TO RESY FOR MORE RESERVATION TIMES!We are a quintessential neighborhood restaurant located on Hyde and Pacific in Nob Hill. On the iconic cable car line. We serve Italian food in a charming and cozy space. Menu by Chef Anthony Florian, executed by Chef Dennis Diaz. Consisting of handmade pastas using the freshest local ingredients available. You can expect classic dishes with some contemporary ones. Please don't drive if thats an option as parking is very difficult. We have the most romantic and inviting dining room in SF.If you can't find the time you're looking for please give us a call 1.415.775.1542. Call us for parties larger than 4.Collina is Seven Hills little sister Restaurant.

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AndyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
About as authentic as you can get outside of Spain. The cheeses, jamon, salchichon and chorizo were excellent. Huevos rotos were not authentic but really good. A couple of dishes were over elaborate, the albondigas didn't need the richness of the duck meat and the croquetas were a bit too creamy. Pulpo was beautifully cooked but hadn't been tenderized fully. Overall A+ though
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COQUETA - San FranciscoPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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taufik
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall the food was great and we enjoyed the ambiance. Service was excellent. Definitely recommend!
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NightbirdPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.6
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SteveVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •44 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fabulous food with great, engaging staff Beautiful space and wonderful wine list
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The Empress by BoonPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.5
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Michalle
San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Went to Trestle for a long overdue date night. It was perfect! I was able to get a same day reservation. The neighborhood was lit up and romantic. The service was attentive without being overbearing. The food was excellent (beet carpaccio, seared trout, coconut panna cotta). I was worried that the portions were on the small side, but I left super satisfied. Fine dining at less than $50/per person in San Francisco is a steal! I will be back.
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TrestlePrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8
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Don
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
Superb dining experience, exceeded expectations. Particularly impressed by attention to detail in food, service and ambiance. Perfectly paced dinner with just the right level of input from staff and physical ambience.
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AKIKOSPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• SOMA
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4.8

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Trestle

2. AKIKOS

3. Nightbird

4. The Empress by Boon

5. COQUETA - San Francisco

6. Omakase

7. 3rd Cousin

8. Bistro Ember

9. Villon

10. Collina

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