Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in The Castro

28 restaurants available nearby

1. Fable - SF

4.7

Exceptional(2191)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Castro

Booked 41 times today

Fable is the best garden patio restaurant in San Francisco. In the heart of the vibrant Castro neighborhood, our patio restaurant showcases seasonal California cuisine and the best brunch in town. Join us for dinner and brunch seven days a week in a unique, all-weather outdoor dining experience. Inside Fable, our open kitchen concept shows how fresh ingredients are used to create the finished product.

2. Foreign Cinema

4.7

Exceptional(8842)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Mission

Booked 134 times today

Foreign Cinema is a one of a kind, nationally acclaimed restaurant combining independent films with California-Mediterranean cooking. Enjoy an airy yet chic setting, complete with indoor dining room with a fireplace, outdoor courtyard with 35mm film screening starting at dusk, mezzanine, gallery curated by Modernism West & full bar in the main dining room. Foreign Cinema has something for everyone including their DJ/live music bar, Laszlo. Enjoy special happy hours, uniquely craft cocktails, zero proof selections, full Foreign Cinema dinner menu, and lively music to end your evening.We are currently booking for Outdoor Patio & Indoor/Standard seating 60 days in advance. A ‘standard seating’ reservation is indoor dining. Reservations for 10+ may be booked through private dining department - contact janine@foreigncinema.com for more information.

3. China Live

4.7

Exceptional(3232)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 107 times today

China Live, Eater's "Restaurant of the Year," features fresh, seasonal Chinese cuisine cooked from specialized stations that merge traditional Chinese and Western culinary equipment. Our main dining area, with views of our exhibition kitchens, plays centerpiece, appointed with chairs and tables all handcrafted in China from reclaimed Chinese elm. We also offer outside dining.

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4. Nopa - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3548)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 90 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.

5. Dalida

4.6

Exceptional(899)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 85 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.

6. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(516)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 113 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. Reservation requests via phone or email are not available at this time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

7. Four Kings

4.6

Exceptional(135)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 43 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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8. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(9171)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 118 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.

9. The Progress

4.8

Exceptional(2479)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Western Addition

Booked 55 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.

10. Wayfare Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(7847)

Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 56 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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SteveVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined today
This was our first visit, but it won’t be our last. A friend recommended Foreign Cinema so we tried it for our daughter’s 24th birthday dinner. It did not disappoint, everything about it was perfect. The food was amazing, the girls shared it might be the best meal they have ever eaten. I was concerned that it might be a bit gimmicky with the movie, etc, but the atmosphere was fun and not overdone. Would highly recommend!
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Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission
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4.7
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TJ
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Food, drinks, and service are all fantastic. Yes, it's a bit pricey and noisy inside, but it's worth it. Highly recommend.
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China LivePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.7
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CarolVIP
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our favorite restaurant in San Francisco. Whenever we’re in town we come multiple times. We ALWAYS leave happier than when we came. The food (try the pork chop, if it’s on the menu, with a glass of Pinot noir), service and vibe are consistently rave worthy. NOPA is the very definition of what a restaurant should be and is - gracious hospitality and delicious food in a wonderful setting. We’ll be back! Thank you.
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Nopa - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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Jen
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Have visited Dalida a few times and it’s been consistently amazing - from the food, to the wine/cocktail program, and the awesome staff! It’s a beautiful space too - and extra lovely on a sunny day! Thanks for the warm and inviting experience and delicious food!
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.6
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FLORENCE
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I enjoyed my pancakes and bacon. My friends loved the lasagna and hamburger also.
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Fable - SFPrice: Moderate• Californian• Castro
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4.7

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Fable - SF

2. Foreign Cinema

3. China Live

4. Nopa - San Francisco

5. Dalida

6. Elena's

7. Four Kings

8. Kokkari Estiatorio

9. The Progress

10. Wayfare Tavern

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