Elephant Sushi in Russian Hill usually has a bit of a wait, so try to head there on the early side (they open at 6).

Trattoria Contadina in North Beach serves fantastic pasta in a warm and welcoming setting.

Cocotte is a small French place in Russian Hill where you should go for a midweek date.

If you’re looking to be healthy - or at least feel like you’re being healthy - hit up Blue Barn.

Belcampo provides fancier, more responsibly-raised meat, which is sometimes better and sometimes worse than what you’re used to.

A low key Russian Hill wine bar with excellent meat and cheese. The ladies love Union Larder.

The secret to doing Mezcalito in Russian Hill right is to know that it’s a mezcal bar first, a restaurant second.

Nook is a solidly on-price, reliable neighborhood hang in Russian Hill. Even if they do weird things with granola.

Leopold’s is San Francisco’s German-Austrian party cabin in Russian Hill. Most importantly: you can drink beer out of a giant glass boot.

The Market Restaurant at China Live in Russian Hill serves an extensive menu of Chinese food in a large, loud dining room.

Do you ever get the urge to eat tacos in a gentlemen’s club? If so, get yourself to Nick’s Crispy Tacos in Russian Hill as quickly as possible.

Head to Sam’s in North Beach for a late night burger when you’re done bar hopping.

Hot Sauce and Panko serves wings out of a tiny shop in Russian Hill.

Cheese Plus in Russian Hill is a great stop for sandwiches and picnic supplies.

Head to Seven Hills for an upscale, but not stuffy Italian meal in Russian Hill.

Saint Frank in Russian Hill is a bit swanky for a coffee shop, but it has nice light, space to work, and some good breakfast options.