Zuni Cafe in Civic Center is an SF classic that still deserves your attention.

Shan Dong serves hand-made noodles and exceptional Chinese dishes in Oakland’s Chinatown.

Flour + Water Pizzeria in the Mission will make you happier than your childhood pizza party.

Nyum Bai in Oakland serves Cambodian food that you’re either lucky enough to live by or should be crossing the bay to go get.

We can always rely on Cotogna in the Financial District for an excellent upscale Italian meal.

On average, the best bread bakery in the country can be found at Tartine Bakery in the Mission.

The original Champa Garden in Oakland’s Ivy Hill serves exceptional Laotian, Thai, and Vietnamese specialties.

Burma Superstar in Oakland’s Temescal makes flavorful Burmese dishes - and a life-changing tea leaf salad.

Cheese Board Pizza in Berkeley does only one type of pizza every day. It tends to be kind of unusual, but it’s always worth the long wait.

Tartine Manufactory in the Mission is a huge operation with excellent pastries, coffee, and ice cream, and dinner as well.

You don’t need us to tell you that Swan Oyster Depot is great. But we’re going to anyway.

Farmhouse Kitchen is a lively and fun Thai place in the Mission that’s perfect for starting a night out.

RT Rotisserie, with a short menu starring roast chicken and cauliflower, is our new favorite spot for a casual dinner in Hayes Valley.

Hog Island Oyster Bar gives spectacular view and dripping fresh seafood.

Pita-wrapped meats find their Elysium at Souvla in Hayes Valley. Zeus would be proud.

Taqueria Cancún is the most dependable burrito joint in town.