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1. Elena's
4.7
Exceptional(592)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal
Booked 133 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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2. Spiazzo Ristorante
4.6
Exceptional(1212)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Forest Hill / West Portal
Booked 7 times today
Giuseppe and Francesco welcome you to Spiazzo Ristorante we will take to an imaginary trip to Italy with all the Italian flavors by chef Francesco Melis. We also offer a big selection of Pastas, firewood Pizzas, Chicken, veal and a lot of seafood dishes, with many choices for the Vegetarians as well with the largest wine list of West Portal, please come and visit us.
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3. Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - West Portal
4.0
Excellent(94)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Forest Hill / West Portal
Welcome to Clay Oven Indian Restaurant. We are located in West Portal and Saint Francis woods. We offer a mix of modern style with traditional roots. From our handmade paintings of rich colors representing the incredible Indian culture to our fabulous interior and stylish décor. Come listen to our romantic music and dine on our copper dishes on which we prepare delicious authentic Indian dishes using a centuries old traditional Clay Oven method of cooking that allows us to quickly char roast meats, poultry, and seafood at up to 1000 degrees. The Tandoori oven also bakes traditional nan breads crisp or chewy. All entrees are individually prepared to your specified taste and seasoning. We can easily accommodate 72 people for both lunch and dinner service. Come and experience our refined customer service and the highest standard of dining brought to you by our attentive staff and our fabulous food.
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4. Che Fico San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(1946)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 66 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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5. Foreign Cinema
4.7
Exceptional(8865)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Mission
Booked 97 times today
Foreign Cinema is a romantic spot that combines Californian-Mediterranean cuisine with independent films. Customers rave about its 'romantic ambiance' and 'chic setting', making it an ideal place for a date night. Its outdoor courtyard with a 35mm film screening at dusk adds a touch of uniqueness. Reviewers have also praised its 'incredible service' and 'great ambiance'.
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6. Nopa - San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(3578)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 86 times today
Nopa is a San Francisco gathering place north of the Panhandle, serving urban rustic food and specializing in organic wood-fired cuisine. We serve simple dishes created with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and purveyors.
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7. Dalida
4.6
Exceptional(970)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Presidio
Booked 60 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.
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8. The Progress
4.8
Exceptional(2509)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Western Addition
Booked 53 times today
The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.
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9. Octavia
4.7
Exceptional(2650)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights
Booked 14 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.
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10. Lolinda
4.7
Exceptional(3041)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Mission
Booked 53 times today
Cuisine inspired by Latin America, Spain and Argentina. Sustainable meats, seven different types of grass-fed, grain finished beef cuts ranging from short ribs to blood sausage cooked over a wood-fired grill. Ceviche and a handful of vegetarian offerings such as a pastel de choclo (squash, onions, raisins, olives, cooked in a corn crust) and platano al horno (ripe plantains with queso fresco, and jicama salsa).Artisanal cocktails, piscos, tequilas, wine list primarily focused on varietals from Portugal, Spain, Chile & Argentina including sherry and port. Stellar selection of European and South American beers.Two levels of dining, two full bars and seating for 220 people divided in a mix of booths, tables, communal tables & bar stools.Happy hour: $7 Highball Cocktails + snacks, 7 days a week, 5:30 - 7pm.Open for late-night dining.5% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.
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  • OpenTable Diner
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Everything was really wonderful however I asked for a to go box and the waiter ended up taking it away to box it and when I returned home I saw they removed half of my food so I didn't have my full leftovers. That was really disappointing.
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    Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission District
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    4.7
  • PeggyVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    One of our party has numerous allergies. Our server went out of her way to help her find healthy choices for the guest, including checking with the kitchen to confirm that two pastas were suitable. A wonderful experience, delicious dishes!
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    Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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    4.7
  • JulieVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Beautiful spot. Felt transported to magical Mexico….upscale, attention to details, service- impeccable. I had the chicken and steak enchiladas, the guacamole and the churros….with a special birthday sparkler. When can I go again!?
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    Elena'sPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Forest Hill / West Portal
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    4.7
  • Steve
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 4 Feb 2025
    Spiazzo has a very warm ambiance, made really human by the warm welcome of the staff. A really broad menu of Italian favorites, complemented by specials never fails to please me and my out of town guests. I an eat here frequently since I have not found a better Italian restaurant this side of Milano. A very pleasant dining experience without the pomp and circumstance of of the downtown big name restaurants. Great value for great food.
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    Spiazzo RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Forest Hill / West Portal
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    4.6
  • UnicornFoodie
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 4 Mar 2023
    The Clay Oven has been a favorite of mine for many years. Whether I order take out, dine in, or delivery, the food is always hot and delicious. I recommend this place to everyone, it's a restaurant that you have to try.
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    Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - West PortalPrice: Moderate• Indian• Forest Hill / West Portal
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