21
House of Nanking
Chinese restaurant
Known to have lines out the door, this long-standing spot serves Chinese chow in cozy quarters.
$$ $$
4.20 (3.9K reviews)
22
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)
23
Sotto Mare
Seafood restaurant
Neighborhood spot with nautical decor and a menu of pasta, cioppino, and other Italian-style seafood.
$$ $$
4.60 (3.8K reviews)
24
Tommy's Joynt
Restaurant
Neighborhood institution featuring American comfort food, a large beer selection & kitschy interior.
$ $$$
4.40 (3.8K reviews)
25
John's Grill
Steak house
Old-school, wood-paneled space with photos of famous past patrons, offering steaks and seafood.
$$$ $
4.40 (3.8K reviews)
26
Sweet Maple
Brunch restaurant
Local spot for homemade morning/lunch fare like signature brown-sugar-glazed “millionaire’s bacon.”
$$ $$
4.60 (3.7K reviews)
27
Crab House at Pier 39
Seafood restaurant
Informal seafood place offering a creative and crab-focused menu, plus views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
$$$ $
4.30 (3.7K reviews)
28
The Cheesecake Factory
Restaurant
American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake
$$ $$
3.80 (3.6K reviews)
29
Honey Honey Cafe & Crepery
Breakfast restaurant
Diners order at the counter at this casual, cheery spot that cooks up a mix of crêpes & cafe fare.
$$ $$
4.30 (3.6K reviews)
30
Pinecrest Diner
Diner
Old-school, 24-hour eatery slinging generous portions of diner classics to a lively crowd.
$$ $$
4.30 (3.6K reviews)
31
Waterbar Restaurant
Seafood restaurant
Stylish seafood spot with oysters, a horseshoe-shaped bar, and patio with up-close views of Bay Bridge.
$$$ $
4.50 (3.6K reviews)
32
Burma Superstar
Burmese restaurant
Bustling eatery offering homestyle Burmese specialties in snug & simple surrounds.
$$ $$
4.60 (3.6K reviews)
33
Sears Fine Food
American restaurant
Local institution serving Swedish pancakes & classic diner standards amid nostalgic surroundings.
$$ $$
4.30 (3.5K reviews)
34
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)
35
Tartine Manufactory
Bakery
Bread is the star here, whether heritage grain loaves, sweet pastries or rustic sandwiches.
$$ $$
4.50 (3.4K reviews)
36
Johnny Foley's Irish House
Irish pub
Irish bar with pints & hearty pub grub as well as frequent live music & dueling piano shows.
$$ $$
4.40 (3.4K reviews)
37
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)
39
Zazie
French restaurant
Petite French bistro & popular brunch spot featuring wine, cocktails & patio seating.
$$ $$
4.60 (3.1K reviews)
40
R & G Lounge
Chinese restaurant
Celebrated Cantonese grub, dished out in a basic downstairs space & more formal upstairs room.
$$ $$
4.30 (3K reviews)