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Page 3State Bird Provisions
We could eat at State Bird Provisions five nights in a row and never get bored—that’s because the Fillmore spot makes the most creative small plates in the city.
Cassava
Cassava’s new North Beach location is home to a seasonal prix fixe dinner served in a swanky space.
Surisan
Surisan is a solid Korean American brunch and dinner spot near Fisherman’s Wharf from the people behind Kitchen Story.
Portal
Portal is an American restaurant near Oakland's Lake Merritt that's ideal for brunch on a spacious patio.
Liholiho Yacht Club
Liholiho Yacht Club in Lower Nob Hill is a celebration restaurant filled with punchy, creative dishes that are in their own class.
Tastebuds
Tastebuds is a soul food-inspired spot in the Richmond that’s a go-to for uncomplicated brunch.
Birdbox
Birdbox in SoMa is all about chicken. Go for the wings coated in nutritional yeast, or the fried chicken sandwich that comes with the claw still attached.
Tommy's Joynt
Tommy's Joynt is an iconic hofbrau on the corner of Geary and Van Ness serving brisket, sandwiches, and beer.
The Progress
The Progress is the younger sibling of State Bird Provisions that stands on its own with confidence.
Uncle Boy's
Uncle Boy’s is a late-night counter-service spot in the Richmond specializing in burgers, lumpia, and other fried things.
Grubstake Diner
Grubstake is a diner in Polk Gulch that looks like a streetcar, serving straightforward burgers, breakfast plates, shakes, and fries until 4am.
John's Grill
At John’s Grill in Union Square, you can get into old-school classics like steak and baked potatoes and check out a shrine to The Maltese Falcon.
Town's End Brunch
This breakfast spot in South Beach serves hearty American breakfast classics, omelets in cast iron skillets, and green juices. Enjoy the Bay Bridge views.
The Sunday
The Sunday is a fusiony Korean American breakfast and lunch spot with excellent chicken wings and huge portions.
Sons & Daughters
Sons & Daughters is a fine dining restaurant in Nob Hill serving a perfectly nice California cuisine tasting menu.
The Rotunda
The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus in Union Square is one of the city’s most unique dining spots—sit under a stunning stained glass ceiling, and drink afternoon tea or champagne.
Sears Fine Food
For the classic American breakfast (and Swedish pancakes), go to Sears Fine Food in Union Square.
Blue Plate
Blue Plate in Bernal Heights serves Mediterranean-ish comfort dishes—and standout fried chicken—in a space that feels more like a house than a restaurant.
Che Fico
Che Fico is a trendy Italian restaurant in NoPa where you can have an excellent meal—if you order strategically.
Pork Store Cafe
Come to this diner in the Haight for hearty breakfast classics like omelettes, breakfast burritos, and pancakes.
The Buena Vista
The Buena Vista is a bar and cafe near Ghirardelli Square credited with introducing Irish coffee to the U.S.
Trestle
Trestle is an American spot in Chinatown that's ideal for date night, thanks to its $42 prix fixe menu and cozy atmosphere.
Osito
Osito in the Mission is the only restaurant in SF with a fine dining menu that’s prepared entirely over a live fire.