Best Romantic Restaurants in Presidio Heights

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1. Sociale - San Francisco

4.8

Exceptional(2409)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Presidio Heights

Booked 17 times today

Sociale (say - "SO-SHEE-AH-LAY!") was born in the bistros of Florence and raised here in Presidio heights. Laughter and Italian music are heard floating up from the star-lit, heated patio greeting you from the discreet garden alley below. Families and friends leaving the frenetic pace of the city behind can experience a lighter and decidedly more Italian mood celebrating in our new private dining room, the traditional room or on the patio as the irresistible scents of warm pastas, herb-infused meats, and the sweet honey and nut coated sfingi with vanilla bean gelato shake permeate the surrounding space. Bewitching and eclectic wines from Italy and California complement the weekly changing menus that Chef Julio Mis crafts with joy and delight for our neighborhood friends!

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2. House of Prime Rib

4.8

Exceptional(15766)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 254 times today

62 years of loyal customers can't be wrong. We are grateful to all of our customers, employees, and critics (...though we may not always agree!). The only way to find out the truth is with a visit. Oft imitated, never duplicated. Thank you in advance.

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3. The Matterhorn Restaurant and Bakery

4.9

Exceptional(542)

Price: Moderate

• Swiss • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 21 times today

Mountain experiences - outdoor adventures, food, family, friends and community – always find us at our happiest. At Matterhorn Restaurant & Bakery we showcase the magical experience of Swiss on-mountain dining, whether it’s après-ski, après-work, or après-all day. Our restaurant focuses on authentic alpine cuisine, thoughtfully sourced and lovingly served in a setting inspired by the mountain "Stüblis" of the Alps. The menu is anchored by the Swiss classics of Fondue and Raclette - but features other typical fare highlighting various alpine regions.Beer, wine and beverage offerings are designed to feature classic and fun pairings from Old and New World alike.The Matterhorn has been a San Francisco institution, and we're proud to bring a fresh new chapter to its iconic story. As our guest it's an honor to have you at the story's center!

4. Ristorante Milano

4.9

Exceptional(2058)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 3 times today

The flavors of Milano's food and the rhythm of the dining room are reminiscent of trattorias in Italy's cities, according to Gourmet Magazine. It is a charming, intimate restaurant with an Italian staff, top quality ingredients, homemade pastas, exceptional veal, polenta, risotto, and fresh seafood delivered daily, served in warm surroundings. Known as the "hidden jewel of Russian Hill" The San Francisco Chronicle calls Milano "one of the most consistent restaurants in the city".

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5. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1855)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 38 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.

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6. State Bird Provisions

4.8

Exceptional(3210)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Western Addition

Booked 58 times today

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

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7. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(9092)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 90 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.

8. Octavia

4.8

Exceptional(2610)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights

Booked 19 times today

Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.

9. Dirty Habit

4.3

Awesome(837)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 1 time today

Our bar-centric concept plays host to a vivid social scene and creative craft cocktail menu with an emphasis on rare brown spirits. In a prime location perched five floors above the streets of the developing high-tech start-up epicenter in SOMA, Dirty Habit serves as an intimate hideaway for locals seeking inventive offerings and a sociable dining atmosphere, both inside the restaurant and on the spacious, heated outdoor dining room.

10. The Vault Garden

4.3

Awesome(674)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 10 times today

Hi Neighbor!Enjoy our tented outdoor dining room located on the Plaza Level of the 555 California St. Building. The Vault Garden offers an all day menu highlighting American cuisine. The Garden also offers a spacious and comfortable lounge and bar that is available for walk-ins.We provide a rain resistant, temperature controlled outdoor dining room for all of our guests. Blankets are available upon request should you be chilly.

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Harry
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Outstanding food & atmosphere. It's our family tradition to treat ourselves to House Of Prime Rib during the holidays. Each time, the food & experience seems to get better!!
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House of Prime RibPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.8
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Dina
San Francisco Bay Area •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a favorite— the staff is friendly and helpful;the owner attentive to every guest; the food always interesting , varying and delicious. My favorite local dining restaurant.
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Ristorante MilanoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Russian Hill
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4.9
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Dori
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food is so good!!! We shared the beet salad, a margherita pizza, the butternut squash raviolis and the gnocchi. I am bot generally a fan of gnocchi but these were pure heaven! Okenty of ootions for our vegetarian party of 4. Drinks and dessert werre a smash hit too!
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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Richard
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It's a very unique experience! The Matterhorn is one of those places that immerses you into a stylized experience, with inviting aromas, gentle lighting, perfect dinner music and a wonderful ambiance. The cheeses were delicious and it was so much fun sharing them at the table and chatting about them. I would definitely come back!
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The Matterhorn Restaurant and BakeryPrice: Moderate• Swiss• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.9
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Lynn
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Very cute and cozy restaurant tucked back from the street. The starter bread rolls are so delicious, large wine list and half bottles as well. Got the pappardelle with duck and it was amazing. Start to finish, had a great dining experience.
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Sociale - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Presidio Heights
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4.8

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128 restaurants available nearby

1. Sociale - San Francisco

2. House of Prime Rib

3. The Matterhorn Restaurant and Bakery

4. Ristorante Milano

5. Che Fico San Francisco

6. State Bird Provisions

7. Kokkari Estiatorio

8. Octavia

9. Dirty Habit

10. The Vault Garden

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