Colorful Thai restaurant with colorful food to match. Serves street food classics and elevated interpretations of other staples - pad thai, curries, noodles, and so on. Visit any one of the three locations throughout the Bay Area.
Choice spot to enjoy traditional Peruvian food. Known for its rotisserie chicken and empanadas. Family-owned modern take on Peruvian cuisine with Latin and Asian influences.
Old school Italian restaurant serving the usual ensemble of antipasti, pasta, grilled meats, and fish. The signature gnocchi is a solid foundation for any order. Family-run and a North Beach staple.
Hearty spread of Nepalese and Indian food with a few Tibetan dishes sprinkled in. Visit hungry and order a surplus. The staff are super friendly and are happy to offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
One of the Bay's most respected Persian restaurants. Lavash it is a super inviting restaurant with food to match. The Koobideh skewer and the Kashk-e Bademjan are both recommended. Best to reserve ahead of time.
Neighborhood American bistro with an award-winning cheeseburger - the "Americana." The crispy chicken sandwich is another standout. The menu, as a whole, spotlights local, seasonal ingredients. Friendly service and reliable food.
A change of pace from the casual pizza eateries in San Francisco, Del Popolo serves Neopolitan-style pizza made in a wood-fired oven. Also offers antipasti alongside a selection of wine and beers. Rustic-chic digs.
Old-school Italian restaurant that's full of character. Great food and drinks, the quality is reflected in the price. Staff are super friendly, as are the owners. Best to reserve ahead of time, especially for the alfresco tables.
Famed fried chicken spot and Chinese restaurant - San Tung's wings have made their way onto a host of "best in America" lists. Not into wings? The restaurant also serves handmade noodles, dumplings, and more.
Don't wait in the line at Burma Superstar when this place is down the street and just as good (same owners). Try the laska or cauliflower balls. The cocktails are sweet but enjoyable.
Celebrated restaurant venue that puts the cooking process on show. Eight specialized stations with bar seating showcase different Chinese dishes. Visit with friends and prepare for a lively dining experience.
Detroit-style pizza from a San Francisco-based brewery. Grab one of Cellarmaker's brews or a guest beer, and indulge in some deep-dish pie made with fresh toppings. A quality food and drink combo.
Modern yet laid back. Really good atmosphere and live music 🎶. Drinks are fun and service is friendly. Usually good for dinner, they also do a weekend tipsy brunch.
American iteration of the renowned international ramen kitchen. The bad news is that everyone and their mother knows this place and so queues are standard. The good news is that the food served makes the wait worthwhile.
Great bar and restaurant focused on seafood and yes, they do serve anchovies. Cozy spot.