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1. Four Kings
4.7
Exceptional(154)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Chinatown
Booked 18 times today
## Four Kings: A Nostalgic Journey Through Cantonese Cuisine Step into Four Kings and be transported to a vibrant world of nostalgia and flavor. This San Francisco gem, helmed by chefs Franky Ho and Mike Long, serves up a modern take on Cantonese cuisine, infused with the chefs' personal memories and a playful spirit. The atmosphere is electric, with 90s Cantopop tunes filling the air and retro Hong Kong memorabilia adorning the walls. The open kitchen allows you to witness the culinary artistry firsthand, as chefs prepare dishes like the signature **fried squab** and the innovative **mapo spaghetti**. The menu is a celebration of bold flavors and unexpected combinations. Start with the **XO escargot with milk bread**, a decadent treat that will leave you wanting more. For a taste of tradition, try the **Hong Kong black peppered steak**, cooked to perfection and bursting with savory notes. Vegetarians will delight in the **garlic pea shoots**, a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the freshest ingredients. Four Kings is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. It's a place to gather with friends, share delicious food, and reminisce about the golden age of Hong Kong cinema. So come hungry, come curious,
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2. BIX
4.7
Exceptional(5032)
Price: Expensive
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 44 times today
An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware. Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture. The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment. All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.
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3. Wayfare Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(7862)
Price: Moderate
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 86 times today
Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.
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4. Trestle
4.8
Exceptional(2805)
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.
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5. Sisterita
4.5
Awesome(123)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 20 times today
We take pride in sourcing our ingredients from local farms and markets to ensure the freshest, most flavorful dishes possible. Our menu features seasonal produce and house-made bread, and we're particularly excited to offer our signature Voilà French Toast Brioche, which is quickly becoming a local favorite. For something a little more unique, try our Alcatraz Escape shrimp omelet, and of course, no brunch is complete without a warm bowl of our classic French Onion soup. Whether you're looking for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick bite during the workweek, we invite you to join us in our cozy, inviting space and experience the warm hospitality of Sisterita.
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6. Z & Y Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(319)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Chinatown
Booked 5 times today
Chef Han has served two Chinese Presidents and was the previous Executive Chef in the office of the Consulate General of China in San Francisco.Z & Y Restaurant is an award winning and Michelin Guide recommended San Francisco Chinese restaurant which prepares all your favorite authentic Chinese cuisine, Szechuan regional specialties including spicy and non-spicy dishes, Mandarin style dim sum and family dishes.San Francisco residents, as well as tourist and dignitaries from all around the world come to Z & Y Restaurant for business lunch, dinners, special events and to order our fast and reliable Chinese take out.At Z & Y Restaurant, we prepare delicious Chinese cuisine that is full of flavor. We consider ourselves to be the best Chinese food restaurant around and with one bite from our amazing menu, we are confident you will feel the same. We invite you to come in and become a new loyal customer.
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7. The Vault Garden
4.4
Awesome(688)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 12 times today
Hi Neighbor!Join us at our hidden downtown oasis with year a round tented and heated 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 Vault Garden also offers a spacious and comfortable lounge and traditional dining under the soaring high rises.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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8. Prelude
4.6
Exceptional(66)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 7 times today
Prelude is a restaurant that is reimagining Southern cuisine. As a team, we will produce and serve nostalgic Americana food and drink, inspired by the Bay Area. We will be using some of the best produce in the world, combining modern high-level cooking techniques and recipes passed down through the generations of our Chef Celtin Hendrickson-Jones maternal family. Our offerings will be available in two menu formats: a multi course pre-fixe menu with options for guests to handpick their dining experience, and “salon menu” featuring quick bites to larger plates, all ordered at the guest's discretion.
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9. Tosca Café
4.7
Exceptional(156)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 24 times today
A legendary hangout in North Beach since it opened in 1919, and even more so from the 1980's onward when Jeanette Etheredge took over Tosca. Locals including Willie Brown, Lars Ulrich and Francis Ford Coppola were regular fixtures, Hunter S Thompson wrote his column for the SF Examiner in the corner booth, Bono, Lauren Hutton, and Mikhail Baryshnikov played pool in the back room, singing Opera and drinking Tosca House Cappuccinos. When Restaurateur Anna Weinberg and Interior Designer Ken Fulk heard Tosca Cafe was closing they joined forces to save it. As the new owners and passionate fans of the original establishment their goal was to return Tosca to its rightful place as a San Francisco institution. As Mikey Rapin wrote in Bon Appétit magazine: “It’s the kind of joint Beats got bounced, Bono belted opera, and a bullet hole memoralizes the night an A-LIST actor disagreed with a rockstar's choice of music"
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10. The Vault Steakhouse
4.3
Awesome(278)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 10 times today
Located in the original bank vault of the historic 555 California St building on the Concourse Level, The Vault Steakhouse offers indoor dining, a lounge and bar with an extensive cocktail, whiskey and wine program for a special occasion, business function, and date night - all in one place. Enjoy classics steakhouse cuts, creative and fun sides, tableside touches and more.Chefs Ryan Cerizo & Jason Halverson have collaborated to take all of the things we love about Steakhouse dining and elevate it with simple, delicious, modern day touches. Onsite parking is available for $5 in our 24 hour secured garage.

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  • David
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Looking for a special place for lunch or dinner. Wayfare is tops in every way...and they are open on Mondays, which is helpful if that is your wife's birthday.
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    Wayfare TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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    4.6
  • UsmanVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Love the prix fixe menu, the little gem salad was wonderful, the optional truffle risotto was very good though the mignonette was a bit strong. The bistro steak was well seasoned and enjoyable. The deconstructed carrot cake was absolutely fantastic with a whipped fromage blanc, crispy parsnips and candied walnuts. Would love to have it again. Overall great experience. Be warned it can get really hot inside because of the small space and many tables
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    TrestlePrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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    4.8
  • LuisVIP
    New York City •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    The breakfast was fantastic. The avocado toast and the waffles and crispy chicken was delicious! Recommend to everyone
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    SisteritaPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Financial District / Embarcadero
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    4.5
  • CyraVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 18, 2025
    This restaurant is one of the best in San Francisco hands down. From the mysterious alley where it is located to the very high level of service, there is nothing about this restaurant that ever disappoints. The food is fantastic and the desserts are unique. The restaurant is vibrant but you also feel like you have privacy at your table. And the service — exceptional in every single sense of the word.
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    BIXPrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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    4.7
  • Margaret
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 18, 2025
    Delicious food, great service, fun vibe. Looking forward to going back.
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    Four KingsPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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    4.7

Discover best cozy restaurants in Chinatown

Discover the charm of cozy dining in San Francisco’s vibrant Chinatown with our curated selection of restaurants. Each locale encapsulates a unique blend of intimate ambiance and cultural richness, perfect for those seeking a warm, inviting dining experience. The dining scene in Chinatown boasts a variety of eateries that masterfully combine traditional flavors with a cozy atmosphere, ensuring every meal is both comfortable and memorable. These restaurants are celebrated for their authentic culinary offerings and the ability to create a snug, homelike feel amidst the bustling city environment. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot for a romantic dinner or a comforting gathering place for family and friends, Chinatown's cozy dining spots provide the perfect setting. Experience the seamless blend of hearty meals and heartfelt welcomes that define these establishments. Each restaurant promises an experience that's not just about food, but about creating lasting memories in a truly cozy environment.

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