American
American
Ethel’s Fancy
Ethel’s Fancy is Palo Alto’s requisite seasonal small plates spot. Come here with a date and sit at the bar.
The Sycamore
The Sycamore is a dive bar in the Mission that features a bottomless mimosa deal on the weekends.
The Morris
The Morris is a Mission spot serving house-cured charcuterie and other American small plates, but you’re here for the duck.
Sweet Maple
Sweet Maple is a decadent brunch spot in Lower Pacific Heights with huge portions and Millionaire’s Bacon.
Hayz Dog
Hayz Dog is a counter-service hot dog spot in Hayes Valley that’s pumping out creative takes on classic dogs.
Beach'n
Beach’n is an Outer Sunset vegan restaurant serving fantastic plant-based “comfort” dishes like crunch wraps, breakfast burritos, and french toast.
Mymy
Mymy is one of the hottest spots for brunch in Nob Hill. Get the lemon pancakes and the corned beef hash.
Fort Point Valencia
Fort Point Valencia is a beer hall from the team at Fort Point Beer Co. with a long selection of beers on tap and a surprisingly great burger.
7 Adams
7 Adams does a fantastic five-course tasting menu that changes seasonally. It’s the best value prix fixe menu in the city.
Mustards Bar & Grill
Mustards Bar & Grill’s SFO location serves burgers, fish and chips, and salads. It’s a great option for a sit-down meal.
Drake's Dealership
Drake’s Dealership is an Uptown Oakland beer garden with a massive patio and wood-fired pizza.
Camino Alto
Camino Alto is a Cow Hollow restaurant with great seasonally changing plates and a sizable patio.
Dad's Luncheonette
Inside an old train caboose in Half Moon Bay, Dad’s Luncheonette is pumping out amazing burgers and hearty mac and cheese.
The Rustic
Wood-fired pizzas, solid pastas, and seasonal small plates are on deck at The Rustic in Duboce Triangle.
Giuliana’s Just For You Cafe
Giuliana’s Just For You Cafe is an American brunch spot with fluffy beignets.
Violet’s
Violet’s is an American restaurant and cocktail bar in the Richmond with a solid $35 tasting menu.
Outerlands
Outerlands is an Outer Sunset restaurant serving salads, seasonal pastas, and a legendary dutch pancake. It shines at brunch.
Standard Fare
Standard Fare in West Berkeley is a breakfast/lunch spot that’s doing the whole hyper-seasonal California thing, and doing it very well.