The Best Local Restaurants in San Francisco

Explore the best local restaurants in San Francisco. From the best seafood to international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. Enjoy mesquite-grilled seafood at Pier Market, savor fish tacos at Hook Fish Co. or taste the best pizza at Golden Boy Pizza. Discover these and many more local favorites for a delicious dining experience in San Francisco.

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Eagle Cafe

Best hangover spot for breakfast

Besides being a great place for breakfast or lunch, "Eagle Café" in San Francisco is a historic waterfront café where every single seat has a view!

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Kathleen

Messmer

Aug 23, 2025

The Crab House

So much food!

"The Crab House" in San Francisco makes some of the best seafood around - and presented beautifully. It's like Fantasia, but for food!

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Kathleen

Messmer

Aug 23, 2025

Golden Boy Pizza

A gold rush

"Golden Boy Pizza" is far and away the best pizza place in San Francisco. I know this is a bold claim, but everything about it is perfection...

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Marcus

D'Avignon

Aug 10, 2025

Front Porch

Stay for the bourbon

The "Front Porch" is my favorite place in San Francisco for Southern cuisine. And... bourbon! They offer at least 5 different brands of bourbon at a time.

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Stefanie

Boltz

Aug 10, 2025

Godzilla Sushi

Small but mighty

"Godzilla Sushi" San Francisco is my favorite sushi place, because it is a refreshing break from the trend. It's very cheap. And the wine is even cheaper!

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Stefanie

Boltz

Aug 10, 2025

Roosevelt Sip N Eat

Back in the game

"Roosevelt Sip N Eat" San Francisco has two things going for it: the tamales and the charm. Roosevelt's has been a staple in the Mission for over 80 years.

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Stefanie

Boltz

Aug 10, 2025

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