Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Mission District

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianJapanese

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East BayPeninsulaSan Francisco

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AlamedaCastroChinatownDaly CityDowntown / Union SquareFinancial District / Embarcadero

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

23 restaurants available nearby

1. Arabian Nights

4.2

Awesome(347)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Mission

Booked 1 time today

Arabian Nights is a Middle Eastern themed restaurant with Lebanese food. We are known throughout the Bay Area for our authentic dishes, halal meats and charcoal grill preparation. Our specialties include: Meshawi Plate (lamb/beef/chicken skwers), Farouj Meshwi (half chicken with garlic), Fried Kebbe (lamb stuffed with beef), and Ribeye Kebab. We also offer 15 gluten-free and vegetarian dishes including: Moudardara (lentil & rice), Veggie Platter, Moussaka (eggplant, tomatoes, chickpeas), Baba Ghannouj, excellent Hummus, and more. In addition to amazing food, the decor and mood lighting will sweep you away to another place and time. There is also wine and beer bar in front featuring wines from California, Lebanon and Palestine. Large parties are welcome. Catering is also available.

2. China Live

4.6

Exceptional(3306)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 82 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.

3. Four Kings

4.7

Exceptional(164)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 41 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,

4. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(1028)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 101 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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5. Nopa - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3601)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 92 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.

6. Wayfare Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(7873)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 78 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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7. Alexander's Steakhouse - SF

4.6

Exceptional(2515)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 9 times today

Located on the third floor of ONE65, Alexander's Steakhouse in San Francisco offers a fine dining interpretation of a Modern American Steakhouse with hints of Japanese influences throughout our menu. Featuring classic cuts such as Ribeye, Bone-In New York and Filet Mignon, to sustainable seafood, our signature Hamachi Shot and one of the largest variety of Wagyu Steak in the U.S. We also highlight dry-aged steaks and offer the finest and most luxurious products available.

8. Octavia

4.7

Exceptional(2665)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights

Booked 45 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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9. Angler San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(297)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 68 times today

Angler is a seafood-focused Saison Hospitality Group restaurant with one Michelin star on the Embarcadero waterfront, featuring views of our expansive wood burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay, where each dish is touched by fire and intended to be shared.Our sourcing is deliberate and our menus closely follow the seasons of Northern California. Chef de Cuisine, Joe Hou

10. Fable - SF

4.6

Exceptional(2219)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Castro

Booked 29 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.

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Teresa
1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We really liked the atmosphere—so much so that we honestly think it would be a great fit for Madrid!
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China LivePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.6
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Anthony
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
A very nice place for a delightful lunch in one of America's most beautiful urban parks.
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Hokkian fried rice is the best thing I've eaten in a long time. Must get
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Four KingsPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.7
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GreenTea
Los Angeles •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nopa was a fantastic experience - haven’t been back for a decade and the food and service are as I remembered. Accommodated a seating request and a late guest arrival ; service was friendly and helpful. Food was exceptional. Best porchetta ever tasted; agnolotti was juicy; fried chicken was addicting. Great desserts; good bar experience. Won’t wait so long to return again. Parking is a challenge; take ride share and avoid the stress.
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Nopa - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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behappy83
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
The shish taouck and the lamb chops were both so tender and delicious! The sampler was excellent. Would definitely order the same again next time we go back.
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Arabian NightsPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Mission
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4.2

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