Welcome to —the City by the Bay! S.F.O., cable cars, hilly streets and beautiful vistas—a great place to live— an even greater place to live it up.

To help you find some of the city’s finest in dining and entertainment, we’ve put this guide together and cut through the clutter to let you know about the best places to eat, drink and then eat some more.

We asked our Bay Area friends for their recommendations on where to sample the local cuisine. The result is a list of those secret locales only the locals know about. After all, at Sonnhalter, we not only like to get our hands dirty…we like to get them gooey too!

When you’re not busy with business, be sure to head up—or down—the street to sample some of the many hangouts and hideaways. And make it a point to check out the famous landmarks, but most of all, enjoy…there’s no place like San Francisco! Insider’s Guide to FRANCISCO SAN

SOMA (South of Market)

54 Mint Dottie’s True Blue Cafe Oola Restaurant & Bar Italian American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch, American (New), Bars, Breakfast & Brunch (415) 543-5100 Cafes (415) 995-2061 www.54mint.com (415) 885-2767 www.oola-sf.com On a tiny alley, this “authentic” SoMa joint www.dottiestruebluesf.com Burgers, mac ’n’ cheese and such served turns out traditional Roman fare prepared Big helpings of American morning fare in a room mixing brick, timber and metallic with “simple, delicious ingredients” and and lunch items on tables covered with old gold wallpaper. follows through with great cocktails. movie-star photos. Known for its “outstand- ing” chili-cheddar cornbread with jalapeño jelly and other down-home brunch classics. Prospect Bluestem Brasserie P.S. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. American (New) Brasseries (415) 247-7770 (415) 547-1111 Jersey www.prospectsf.com www.bluestembrasserie.com Pizza, Italian Chef Nancy Oakes’ bustling restaurant This swanky brasserie with an urban (415) 912-1502 serves New American cuisine and cocktails ambiance is a “find” for generous in a posh space. Given the “swanky” cocktails and solid New American fare. www.jerseysf.com address (the first floor of a swish SoMa Mid-priced pizza joint inspired by the Garden condo), expect “expense-account prices” State and serving exquisitely topped pies, and “lots of suits,” though it also works Deli Board pasta, meat dishes and seafood, along with for a romantic “date night.” Delis, Sandwiches local wine and beer. (415) 552-7687 Salt House www.deliboardsf.com Marlowe American (New), Bars Deli with fantastic handmade sandwiches American (New), Brasseries (415) 543-8900 known for “amazing fixin’s” and some (415) 777-1413 “unique options” along with the traditional www.salthousesf.com roast beef or turkey. Just be warned, seating www.marlowesf.com This popular American sibling of Town Hall is limited and it’s only open for lunch. Stylish, lively restaurant serving Californian fields a well-done menu highlighted by a comfort food in a hip and sprawling space, “delicious poutine.” including an outdoor patio. SOMA (South of Market) - cont’d

SoMa StrEat Food Park Sushirrito Zero Zero Food Trucks Japanese, Asian Fusion Pizza, Italian, Lounges www.somastreatfoodpark.com (415) 495-7655 (415) 348-8800 Rotating lineup of food trucks that are sure www.sushirrito.com www.zerozerosf.com to amaze, delight and astound. The park Sushi house known for their “burrito-sized” Wood-fired, thin-crust pizzas and other features beer, wine, TV screens, carnival rolls with Asian and Latin flavors. Italian standards at a swanky eatery with games, wifi and heat lamps for the cold nights. a lively bar scene. P.S. “Build-your-own” sundaes are a hit with all ages.

Financial District/Embarcadero

Barbacco Cotogna Red’s Java House Italian Italian Breakfast & Brunch, Burgers (415) 955-1919 (415) 775-8508 (415) 777-5626 www.barbaccosf.com www.cotognasf.com www.redsjavahouse.com Great small plates plus a seemingly end- Lindsay and Michael Tusk’s “rustic” little Waterside hangout that serves burgers, less number of possible wine pairings are sister of next-door Quince turns out terrific hot dogs, beer and more, with indoor and the attraction at this cozy Downtown Italian pastas and wood-fired pizzas plus other sidewalk seating for bay views. offshoot of Perbacco next door. Plan to share superb country Italian goodness (including as many dishes as possible so as not to miss family-style Sunday suppers). Wine list a thing. features “all bottles the same price.” The Slanted Door Vietnamese, Asian Fusion (415) 861-8032 Boulevard Kokkari French, American (New) Greek, Mediterranean www.slanteddoor.com (415) 543-6084 (415) 981-0983 Charles Phan’s exceptional Embarcadero “destination” in the Ferry Building www.boulevardrestaurant.com www.kokkari.com continues to be the apex of modern Boasting an amazing view of the Bay Bridge Longtime, world-class Downtown Greek that Vietnamese cuisine. and belle epoque decor as a backdrop, “sets the bar” with its electric atmosphere enjoy superb American meals matched by a and irresistible food. “deep” wine list. Trestle American (New) La Mar Cebichería Peruana (415) 772-0922 Cafe Claude Seafood, Peruvian www.trestlesf.com French (415) 397-8880 (415) 392-3505 New American restaurant offering www.lamarsf.com 3-course prix fixe meals in a quaint www.cafeclaude.com Celeb chef Gastón Acurio serves Peruvian space with modern flair. Tucked away in a Downtown alley, Classic seafood in a large, partially outdoor space French dishes are served up in an intimate on the pier. bistro space, with some outdoor seating and Wayfare Tavern even some occasional live jazz. American (Traditional) Pier 23 Cafe (415) 772-9060 Seafood, American (New) www.wayfaretavern.com Coqueta (415) 362-5125 Spanish, Tapas/Small Plates Genius popovers and amazing fried chicken www.pier23cafe.com (415) 704-8866 are menu highlights at this “creative Embarcadero hut that serves fish tacos, comfort-food” establishment. www.coquetasf.com fish ’n’ chips, drinks and more, with Happening Spanish tapas bar (sibling to outdoor, waterside seating. Bottega) on the Embarcadero, with perfect bay views and cleverly constructed cocktails. North Beach

Da Flora-A Venetian Osteria Mama’s on Washington Square Tony’s Pizza Napoletana Italian Breakfast & Brunch Pizza, Italian (415) 981-4664 (415) 362-6421 (415) 835-9888 www.daflora.com www.mamas-sf.com www.tonyspizzanapoletana.com Intimate trattoria with eclectic art and Brace yourself for a long wait in line to Bustling Italian eatery draws crowds with a changing menu that always includes access this charming North Beach breakfast- varied pizza options from coal-fired to handmade focaccia. and-lunch “institution.” Roman-style.

Gelateria Naia Park Tavern Tosca Cafe Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Gelato American (New), Breakfast & Brunch Italian, Wine Bars (415) 677-9280 (415) 989-7300 (415) 986-9651 www.gelaterianaia.com www.parktavernsf.com www.toscacafesf.com Italian-style ice cream and sorbet made in Regulars go for dinner and stay for the A wonderful transformation of a SF small batches from natural ingredients and “people-watching” at this trendy tavern “landmark,” this longtime North Beach bar seasonal fruits. touted for its iconic North Beach location is now owned by Ken Friedman and April and delicious New American menu backed Bloomfield (NYC’s Spotted Pig) who have up with “honest drinks.” “kept the best parts” – the red leather Golden Boy Pizza booths, checkered floor and vintage murals – Pizza and added a “delicious” Italian menu. Tommaso’s Ristorante Italiano (415) 982-9738 Italian, Pizza, Seafood www.goldenboypizza.com (415) 398-9696 Funky joint serving focaccia pizza to daytime snackers and a late-night, post-bar crowd. www.tommasos.com Family-run institution (since 1935) firing up thin-crust pizzas in its original wood- burning oven.

Russian Hill

Gary Danko Leopold’s Street American (New) Austrian, Bars American (New) (415) 749-2060 (415) 474-2000 (415) 775-1055 www.garydanko.com www.leopoldssf.com www.streetrestaurant.com Renowned chef Gary Danko’s fixed- Ladies in dirndls serve Austrian fare and Creative New American fare, house- price menus of American cuisine in European beer amid Alpine-lodge decor infused vodkas and wine served in a an elegant but unstuffy setting. and an Oktoberfest feel. contemporary space.

Stones Throw Swensen’s Ice Cream American (New) Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt (415) 796-2901 (415) 775-6818 www.stonesthrowsf.com www.swensensicecream.com Perched on the cable car line, Site of the ice cream chain’s original 1948 this “neighborhoody” Russian Hill bistro shop serving simple and quirky flavors. from vets of Michael Mina and Fat Angel offers a delightful (if “limited”) Cal-American menu accompanied by “hard-to-find” beers and wines. Nob Hill

Harris’ Lord Stanley Seven Hills Steakhouses Modern European, American (New) Italian (415) 673-1888 (415) 872-5512 (415) 775-1550 www.harrisrestaurant.com www.lordstanleysf.com www.sevenhillssf.com Acclaimed dry-aged steaks served in a posh, A busy corner goes upscale Lively Italian eatery serving farm-to-table wood-paneled dining room, plus live jazz in with this high-end Californian dinner spot Roman fare with an inventive twist in a the bar. combining Asian and European influences candlelit space. Locals say this “best-kept-not- and local and housemade ingredients. P.S. so-secret” trattoria might just be too popular. Gratuity is included. Liholiho Yacht Club Hawaiian, Asian Fusion, Chinese (415) 440-5446 Ristorante Milano Italian www.liholihoyachtclub.com (415) 673-2961 Playful, mid-priced Lower Nob Hill brick- and-mortar that expands on the creative www.milanosf.com Hawaiian, Indian and Chinese flavors of the Tucked into a quiet street, Ristorante Milano popular pop-up. opens nightly to serve housemade pastas, fresh market fish and favorite northern Italian dishes in warm and familiar surroundings.

Marina/Cow Hollow

A16 Causwells Squat & Gobble Cafe & Crepery Italian, Pizza American (New) Creperies, Breakfast & Brunch (415) 771-2216 (415) 447-6081 (415) 441-2200 www.a16sf.com www.causwells.com www.squatandgobble.com Bustling Italian eatery dispensing Neapolitan A Flour + Water alum heads up the Local mini-chain outlet with heated patio pizza, housemade pasta and more from an culinary team at this upscale Marina bistro offering American brunch classics, burgers open kitchen. that dishes up mid-priced American fare with and crêpes. a European accent for dinner and boasts a craft beer and wine list that leans local. Blackwood The Brixton Thai, Breakfast & Brunch, Asian Fusion American (New) Greens Restaurant (415) 931-9663 (415) 409-1114 Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free www.blackwoodsf.com www.brixtonsf.com (415) 771-6222 Thai food fused with American flavors Restaurant mixing modern twists on is the focus at this chic, modern spot www.greensrestaurant.com American gastropub standards with with plush banquettes. Celebrated mainstay for inventive and rock ’n’ roll artwork. sustainable vegetarian dishes as well as panoramic bay views. The Tipsy Pig Gastropubs, Bars, American (New) Isa Restaurant (415) 292-2300 French, Gluten-Free www.thetipsypigsf.com (415) 567-9588 Popular gastropub dishing out American www.isarestaurant.com comfort food and craft beer in rustic, yet Small plates are shared at this lively, hip surroundings. intimate French-Californian wine bar with a heated patio.

Lucca Delicatessen Delis, Sandwiches, Cheese Shops (415) 921-7873 www.luccadeli.com Family-owned and -run since 1929, this Chestnut Street “institution” sells superb sandwiches, soups, salads and pastas alongside a wide variety of imported Italian ingredients. Takeout-only, but it’s perfect for an impromptu picnic on the nearby . Pacific Heights

Curbside Cafe Florio Bar & Cafe SPQR French, American (New) French, Italian Italian (415) 929-9030 (415) 775-4300 (415) 771-7779 www.sfcurbside.com www.floriosf.com www.spqrsf.com Charming French-inspired cafe serving Neighborhood eatery where the French- Owned by the A16 folks, this buzzy “foodie an eclectic menu of comfort food in a Italian brasserie fare comes with NYC scene” in Lower Pac Heights fields an rustic setting. atmosphere & a bar scene. innovative menu of seasonal Italian dishes, complemented by a “smart” wine list. Ella’s Restaurant Octavia American (New), Breakfast & Brunch American (New) (415) 441-5669 (415) 408-7507 www.ellassanfrancisco.com www.octavia-sf.com Homey American comfort-food spot for After earning a loyal following at Frances, breakfast and weekend brunch. chef Melissa Perello expands to Pacific Heights with this refined New American- Californian bistro that spins local ingredients into sophisticated entrees while maintaining a comfortable neighborhood vibe.

Western Addition

State Bird Provisions The Progress Tommy’s Joynt Tapas/Small Plates, American (New) American (New) American (Traditional), Bars, Breakfast & (415) 795-1272 (415) 673-1294 Brunch www.statebirdsf.com www.theprogress-sf.com (415) 775-4216 Husband-and-wife Stuart Brioza and Family-style courses are priced per person www.tommysjoynt.com Nicole Krasinski are presenting a festive, at this upscale New American – a sequel to Neighborhood institution featuring “one-of-a-kind” dining experience at this the wildly popular State Bird Provisions next American comfort food, a large beer farm-to-table American in door – where inventive meals might include selection and kitschy interior. District – think “dim sum mixed with creamy pork broth with miso-sausage meat- fine dining.” balls or roti with sunchokes and black truffle.

Hayes Valley

Absinthe Brasserie & Bar Monsieur Benjamin Smitten Ice Cream French, Breakfast & Brunch, Bars French, Mediterranean Food Stands, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt (415) 551-1590 (415) 403-2233 (415) 863-1518 www.absinthe.com www.monsieurbenjamin.com www.smittenicecream.com Experience Paris in San Francisco at this Neighborhood bistro, where a splurge- Chef-owner Robyn Sue Goldman uses a Hayes Valley French-Med brasserie where worthy menu of small plates and mains “unique liquid nitrogen process” and the the “charming” dining room serves as a offers an accessible take on classic cuisine. finest natural ingredients to make each romantic backdrop for varied, flavorful “made-to-order” scoop a creamy, yet light fare prepared to perfection. heavenly treat. Rich Table American (New) (415) 355-9085 www.richtablesf.com Innovative farm-to-table Californian meals (“two words: porcini donuts”) matched with great cocktails in a cozy, cool setting. Haight/Alamo Square/Cole Valley

Cha Cha Cha NOPA Zazie Caribbean, Cuban, Tapas Bars American (New), Modern European, Breakfast & Brunch, French (415) 386-7670 Breakfast & Brunch (415) 564-5332 www.cha3.com (415) 864-8643 www.zaziesf.com More or less an institution, this low-priced www.nopasf.com Small, but dependable “slice of Paris in Cole Caribbean serves “seriously deelish” tapas This innovative Alamo Square bi-level boîte Valley” that’s open all day and “roaringly washed down with rather “deadly” sangria. “always impresses” with its locally sourced, busy” at brunch – it’s offered daily – when wood-fired Californian dishes and delicious there can be unbearably long lines for a artisanal cocktails, all served past midnight table. Maven by hip staffers who’ll “give you an honest American (New), Gastropubs, Cocktail Bars recommendation” on what to order. (415) 829-7982 www.maven-sf.com Creative New American small plates are paired with “unusual” specialty cocktails (made with unique ingredients like “smoked rosemary”) at this swanky Lower Haight spot.

Mission

Atlas Cafe El Techo de Lolinda Heirloom Cafe Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch, Cafes Tapas Bars, Latin American Street Food Cafes, French, Italian (415) 648-1047 (415) 550-6970 (415) 821-2500 www.atlascafe.net www.eltechosf.com www.heirloom-sf.com Cafe offers breakfast, lunch (personal pizzas, From the team behind the Mission District’s A standout wine list pairs with Californian- sandwiches), coffee, or beer & wine, plus a scene-stealing Argentinean eatery, Lolinda, Mediterranean fare at this bistro. patio. comes this buzzy rooftop bar, located directly above the restaurant and drawing equally big crowds. On warm evenings, the ICHI Sushi + NI Bar Bi-Rite Creamery outdoor bar’s specialty cocktails and Latin Japanese, Sushi Bars Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Bakeries American small plates, including ceviche and (415) 525-4750 (415) 626-5600 snow cones, pair particularly well with city views and sunshine. www.ichisushi.com www.biritecreamery.com This renowned Mission Japanese slices It’s worth the wait and “extra weight” insists “super-fresh” raw fish unlike anything else devotees of the wares at this “cute” Mission Foreign Cinema you’ve had before and also offers a back creamery and bakeshop, where the ridicu- American (New), Mediterranean lounge (dubbed Ni Bar) with traditional lously creamy scoops in a variety of witty and (415) 648-7600 izakaya-style snacks complemented by great unique flavors are gourmet as gourmet ice sakes. cream gets. www.foreigncinema.com This semi-hidden hipster Mission stalwart may be known for its “fun drive-in movie Limón Rotisserie Commonwealth accents,” but the inventive, locally sourced Latin American, Peruvian, Tapas Bars American (New) Cal-Med dinners (and amazing brunches) get (415) 252-0918 a standing ovation too. (415) 355-1500 www.limonrotisserie.com www.commonwealthsf.com Fantastic flame-grilled rotisserie chicken Innovative chef Jason Fox pushes ingredi- Flour + Water keeps these lively Peruvian outposts packed ents to their limits turning out superb à la Italian, Pizza with fans dipping their birds in a trio of carte and tasting menus with “dishes you (415) 826-7000 sauces; “to-die-for” ceviche and delicious wouldn’t believe would work” that are “art pisco sours make for “addictive” dining. on a plate.” www.flourandwater.com Diners “fall in love at first bite” at this quirky Italian treasure in the Mission, where chef Little Star Thomas McNaughton turns out impressive Pizza housemade pastas and thin-crust pizzas (415) 551-7827 topped with “interesting” seasonal ingredi- ents in a rustic-romantic storefront setting. www.littlestarvalencia.com Delicious cornmeal crust for their deep dish pizzas, but they also have thin-crust versions as well. Mission - cont’d Tacolicious Mission Chinese Food Range Mexican Chinese American (New), Cocktail Bars (415) 626-1344 (415) 863-2800 (415) 282-8283 www.tacolicious.com www.missionchinesefood.com www.rangesf.com “Upscale” tacos are the draw at these non- Hidden inside the Mission’s “funky” Lung This longtime eatery showcases outstand- traditional taquerias, an ever-growing local Shan restaurant, Danny Bowien’s hipster ing New American menus assembled with chain spun off from the original Thursday- Chinese wins proponents with extremely seasonal ingredients and paired with some only stand in the Ferry Building. creative dishes full of flavor and spiciness of the best drinks in town. Regulars say it’s that are a delight to the eye and the palate. “one of the most underrated” restaurants in Tartine Bakery P.S. Closed Wednesdays. the Mission. Bakeries (415) 487-2600 Puerto Alegre Southern Pacific Brewing www.tartinebakery.com Mexican Bars, Breweries, Gastropubs Legendary Mission “pastry paradise” that’s (415) 255-8201 (415) 341-0152 everyone’s favorite bakery, drawing ridiculous www.puertoalegresf.net www.southernpacificbrewing.com lines at all hours for its “decadent” morning Casual Mexican restaurant serving tacos and A 10,000 square foot former machine shop buns, “terrific” hot-pressed sandwiches and other Mexican street eats accompanied by transformed into a brewery and restaurant. “irresistible” croissants, plus freshly baked frequent mariachi music. Watch out for the country bread (that comes out of the oven margaritas…they are strong and will sneak around 5 PM and sells out). up on you!

Noe Valley Inner Richmond

Saru Mandalay Bella Trattoria Sushi Bars, Japanese Burmese Italian (415) 400-4510 (415) 386-3895 (415) 221-0305 www.akaisarusf.com www.mandalaysf.com www.bellatrattoriasf.com Noe Valleyites dine “cheek by jowl” Those who don’t want to wait two hours for Housemade pastas are among the at this tiny Japanese offering fresh, the popular Asian spots on Clement Street Italian classics served at this cozy delicious classic and nouveau sushi head for this well-appointed, reasonably neighborhood trattoria. and a carefully thought-out sake list. priced Inner Richmond stalwart where tasty Burmese dishes are dispatched by friendly staffers.

Sausalito/Mill Valley

Buckeye Roadhouse Joe’s Taco Lounge & Salsa Steakhouses, American (Traditional) Mexican (415) 331-2600 (415) 383-8164 www.buckeyeroadhouse.com www.joestacolounge.com Classy, circa-1937 destination for upscale Bustling spot serving Mexican eats with American comfort food served in lodge- margaritas & buckets of beers amid cheerful, like surroundings. kitschy decor.

Nightlife and Bars

15 Romolo – www.15romolo.com Noc Noc – www.nocnocs.com 83 Proof – www.83proof.com Noir Lounge – www.noir-sf.com Bar Agricole – www.baragricole.co Northstar Café – 1560 Powell St. (b/t Vallejo St. & Green St.) Black Horse London Pub – www.blackhorselondon.com Pi Bar – www.pibarsf.com Blondie’s – www.blondiesbarsf.com Press Club – www.pressclubsf.com Bourbon and Branch – www.bourbonandbranch.com Rickhouse – www.rickhousebar.com Bow Bow Cocktail Lounge – Shotwell’s – www.shotwellsbar.com 1155 Grant Ave (b/t Alley & St., Chinatown) Smuggler’s Cove – www.smugglerscovesf.com Buena Vista – www.thebuenavista.com The Hidden Vine – www.thehiddenvine.com Comstock Saloon – www.comstocksaloon.com The Page – www.thepagebar.com Elixir – www.elixirsf.com The Pink Elephant – 142 Minna St. (b/t New Montgomery St. and 3rd St.) Final Final – www.finalfinalbar.com & Hurricane Bar – www.tongaroom.com Hard Water – www.hardwaterbar.com Tony Nik’s Bar & Lounge – www.tonyniks.com Hideout at Dalva – www.dalvasf.com/hideout.html – Jamber Wine Pub – www.jambersf.com www.intercontinentalmarkhopkins.com/top-of-the-mark.aspx Kennedy’s Irish Pub – www.kennedyscurry.com Toronado – www.toronado.com Kozy Kar – www.kozykar.com Trick Dog – www.trickdogbar.com Mikkeller Bar – www.mikkellerbar.com Vesuvio Café – www.vesuvio.com Monk’s Kettle – www.monkskettle.com Wilson & Wilson – www.thewilsonbar.com Mr. Bing’s – 201 Columbus Ave. (b/t Jack Kerouac Alley & Saroyan Place)

San Francisco/Bay Area Sightseeing

Alcatraz – www.alcatrazcruises.com Muir Woods – www.nps.gov/muwo Cable Car Museum – www.cablecarmuseum.org Musee Mecanique – www.museemecaniquesf.com Cable Cars – www.sfcablecar.com Napa Valley – www.napavalley.com – San Francisco Botanical Garden – www.sfbotanicalgarden.org/ www.sfrecpark.org/destination/telegraph-hill-pioneer-park/coit-tower San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park Ships at Hyde Street – www.exploratorium.edu Pier – http://www.nps.gov/safr/index.htm Ferry Building – www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com Scenic 49-Mile Drive – www.sftodo.com/scenic-49-mile-drive.html Fisherman’s Wharf – www.fishermanswharf.org Sonoma – www.sonomacounty.com – www.ghirardellisq.com The Fillmore – www.thefillmore.com – www.golden-gate-park.com Union Square – www.visitunionsquaresf.com Lands End – www.parksconservancy.org/visit/park-sites/lands-end.html Walt Disney Family Museum – www.waltdisney.org – www.legionofhonor.famsf.org Wells Fargo History Museum – www.wellsfargohistory.com/museums/san-francisco/ Lombard Street – www.sftodo.com/lomabardcrookedstreet.html

Transportation

AAA Bay Area Limousine – (415) 850-7693 San Francisco Bay Ferry – http://sanfranciscobayferry.com/ Amtrak – www.amtrak.com/san-francisco-bay-area-northern- San Francisco Green Cab – (415) 920-0700 -train-routes Spinlister (bike rental) – https://www.spinlister.com/ Avalon Transportation, LLC – www.avalontrans.com/ Supershuttle San Francisco – www.supershuttle.com/Locations/SanFranciscoSFO Bay Area Rapid Transit – www.bart.gov/ www.uber.com Lyft – www.lyft.com Uber – FOR INSIDER’S GUIDES TO OTHER CITIES: sonnhalter.com/insiders-guides