Most reviewed American restaurants in San Francisco

Explore the city's most talked-about destinations, sorted by the number of reviews. The higher the position on the list, the greater the number of reviews for each place. Discover the pulse of San Francisco through these extensively reviewed and popular spots. This list contains 183 places from American restaurant category.

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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.30 (9.3K reviews)
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Fog Harbor Fish House
Seafood restaurant
Pier 39 seafood institution with fresh fish & scenic views of the bay & Golden Gate Bridge.
$$$ $
4.50 (6.9K reviews)
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Pier Market Seafood Restaurant
Seafood restaurant
Waterfront seafood restaurant & market offering fresh fish, patio seating & bay views at Pier 39.
$$ $$
4.40 (6.8K reviews)
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Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Seafood restaurant
Family-friendly chain for seafood & American fare served in a fishing boat-themed setting.
$$ $$
4.20 (6.8K reviews)
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The Buena Vista
Bar
Opened in 1916, this corner spot serves its signature Irish coffee alongside American staples.
$$ $$
4.60 (6.6K reviews)
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House of Prime Rib
English restaurant
Old-school, English-style restaurant serving acclaimed prime rib & martinis since the 1940s.
$$$ $
4.70 (5.8K reviews)
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Hard Rock Cafe
American restaurant
Rock ’n’ roll-themed chain with a high-energy vibe serving burgers & American classics.
$$ $$
4.10 (5.6K reviews)
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Mel's Drive-In
American restaurant
Part of a local chain, this family-friendly 1950s-style diner serves classic American comfort fare.
$$ $$
4.00 (4.7K reviews)
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The Grove - Yerba Buena
American restaurant
Popular spot for American home cooking in a mountain-lodge-like setting with communal seats.
$$ $$
4.40 (3.8K reviews)
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Tommy's Joynt
Restaurant
Neighborhood institution featuring American comfort food, a large beer selection & kitschy interior.
$ $$$
4.40 (3.8K reviews)
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John's Grill
Steak house
Old-school, wood-paneled space with photos of famous past patrons, offering steaks and seafood.
$$$ $
4.40 (3.8K reviews)
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Sweet Maple
Brunch restaurant
Local spot for homemade morning/lunch fare like signature brown-sugar-glazed “millionaire’s bacon.”
$$ $$
4.60 (3.7K reviews)
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Crab House at Pier 39
Seafood restaurant
Informal seafood place offering a creative and crab-focused menu, plus views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
$$$ $
4.30 (3.7K reviews)
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The Cheesecake Factory
Restaurant
American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake
$$ $$
3.80 (3.6K reviews)
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Pinecrest Diner
Diner
Old-school, 24-hour eatery slinging generous portions of diner classics to a lively crowd.
$$ $$
4.30 (3.6K reviews)
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Sears Fine Food
American restaurant
Local institution serving Swedish pancakes & classic diner standards amid nostalgic surroundings.
$$ $$
4.30 (3.5K reviews)
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Mel's Drive-In
Restaurant
Part of a local chain, this family-friendly 1950s-style diner serves classic American comfort fare.
$$ $$
4.20 (3.5K reviews)
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4505 Burgers & BBQ
Barbecue restaurant
BBQ spot run by a butcher, with smoked meats, sides & burgers, to stay on the patio or to-go.
$$ $$
4.30 (3.1K reviews)
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Beach Chalet Brewery and Restaurant
New American restaurant
Historic building in Golden Gate Park with ocean views, housemade beer and American fare.
$$ $$
4.10 (3.1K reviews)
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Original Joe's
Italian restaurant
Neighborhood fixture serving traditional, old-school Italian entrees, steaks, and seafood.
$$ $$
4.50 (2.8K reviews)
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