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Local Gems: My Favorite San Francisco Restaurants
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items After living in SF for three years, these are my favorite restaurants in each neighborhood. Think – the one's I bring my friends and family to when they visit, and the one's I return to time and time again!
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Nob Hill
Russian Hill
North Beach
Cow Hollow
Nob Hill
My go-to spot for takeout—if I’m ordering on DoorDash, it’s almost always Thai Spice! But honestly, dining in is even better—the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Our all-time favorites are the roti dip, yellow curry, and chicken pad thai, but we’ve t...
Thai Spice
Nob Hill Café always has that cozy, neighborhood feel—you can tell it’s family-run. It’s warm, a little romantic, and just really inviting. I've been with friends and with my boyfriend, and the food’s always delicious.
Nob Hill Cafe
Russian Hill
Easily one of my top five spots in the city—and my boyfriend and I’s favorite go-to for date night. It’s perfect for special occasions or celebrations, but just as great for a casual night out. We even took his dad, who has very high standards, and h...
Seven Hills
Mezcalito was the first restaurant I went to when I moved to SF, and it’s been a favorite ever since. It’s my go-to for happy hour (great deals and even better margaritas), and one of my top spots for Mexican food in the city. It’s usually packed, bu...
Mezcalito
North Beach
My parents first went here (without me!) on my birthday while I was out with friends—and they loved it so much, they went back the next night just so I could try it too. I get the cioppino every single time—it’s seriously the best I’ve ever had. I ev...
Sotto Mare
My boyfriend and I went here on our second date, and now it’s our go-to spot for anniversaries and special nights. It has that cozy, hole-in-the-wall feel with some of the best Italian I’ve had in the city. I always say it feels like eating at your g...
Trattoria Contadina
Cow Hollow
I can confidently say that Flores is my most frequented restaurant in SF. The atmosphere is lively and perfect for dinner before a night out. It’s great for just margaritas and guac, but also for a full dinner — especially during happy hour!
Flores
Casaro Osteria is FABULOUS! The food never misses the mark and the drinks are very just as delicious as they are unique. I've been here at all times of day (lunch, dinner, in between) and the atmosphere is always perfect. They also give complimentary...
Casaro Osteria