Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Sushi Hashiri

5.0

5 (213)

$50 and over

Sushi

SOMA

About the restaurant

A progressive approach executed from a deep history of Kappo and Omakase Edomae Sushi. Two of Japan’s historical culinary concepts brought together combining hyper-seasonal ingredients and premium fish selections direct from our private purveyor inside the world renown Toyosu fish market in Tokyo, Japan. Hashiri’s focus is to exemplify its re-evolving cuisine to showcase Japan’s richest seasonal ingredients.

HASHIRI "KODAWARI EDOMAE SUSHI" - $300
Hyper seasonal multi course Kappo & Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience at the sushi counter.

HASHIRI "PETITE OMAKASE EDOMAE SUSHI" - $150
Hyper seasonal Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience at the sushi counter.

Due to our limited seating and the effort involved in curating our menu with internationally sourced ingredients, we kindly ask for your understanding regarding our cancellation policy. Cancellations or no-shows within 72 hours of your reservation will incur the full cost of the dining experience.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Oct 6, 2024

All the dishes were thoughtfully prepared, and I really enjoyed the small talk with Chef Ono and fellow customers. I also appreciated that they were welcoming to solo diners. The sake pairing was well-curated and definitely worth the additional charge, in my opinion. Overall, it was a great experience, and I’ll be sure to return when I’m in the area.

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HASHIRI "KODAWARI EDOMAE SUSHI"

Experience

"OMAKASE EDOMAE SUSHI"

Sushi Hon

4.9

4.9 (449)

$50 and over

Sushi

Mission District

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District, at 2598 Harrison Street, Sushi Hon is more than a restaurant; it's a revered institution for extraordinary Japanese cuisine. Our reputation rests on our exclusive Omakase, where we meticulously source the finest fish and produce from across the globe to craft an exceptional 19-course dinner. Whether you choose to dine at your table or immerse yourself in the culinary theater of our Chef's Table, we are unwavering in our commitment to bringing the best of the market directly to your plate. At Sushi Hon, excellence is not just a standard; it's a tradition.

All parties will be subject to a 20% service charge.

We look forward to serving you soon.

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Justin and Natalia

Dined 7 days ago

I had a lovely night with a friend. The food was delicious. The service wonderful. Highly recommend this place.

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| Sushi Bar | Exclusive Omakase at Sushi Hon

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| Sushi Table | Exclusive Omakase at Sushi Hon

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| Sushi Bar | Exclusive Lunch Omakase at Sushi Hon

Altamirano

4.8

4.8 (29)

$30 and under

Peruvian

North Panhandle / USF

About the restaurant

NOW OPEN! Altamirano Restaurant & Bar is a new Peruvian restaurant, conveniently located in the NOPA neighborhood of San Francisco. Open the door to a spacious bar that flows seamlessly into the luxe dining room, with the exhibition kitchen in full view. Meander outside to the dynamic outdoor dining courtyard, featuring a fire pit, ample seating, a bar, and a TV to watch your favorite sports teams. Led by a team of culinary and hospitality professionals, service is comfortable yet elevated.
Overseen by Chef Carlos Altamirano and led by Chef Eric Chumacero, the menu is a modern take on the flavors of Peru. Bold tastes and unique preparations will delight your senses and pop on your palette. Drinks highlight traditional Peruvian ingredients but with a contemporary twist.
We can't wait to welcome you soon!

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Savan

Dined 1 day ago

Service was quick and friendly. The food and drinks were outstanding.

Gola

5.0

5 (279)

$30 and under

Tunisian

Mission District

About the restaurant

Gola offers Mediterranean food with an emphasis on the Tunisian cuisine .
Located in the heart of the Mission district surrounded by restaurants, bars and boutique shops,
Dinner :5 pm -10 pm. A little menu with a lots of flavors like the braised lamb riblets or the unique Tunisian deviled eggs. A full bar with a selection of spirits and exclusive Tunisian wines and alcohol. all served in a very cozy warm and charming setting.

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Lori

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

Everything about our dinner at Gola was fabulous! The ambience is warm and welcoming. The staff, knowledgeable and charming. The cocktails were a revelation (do try something with Boukha; a fig brandy) . We opted for several appetizers and entree to share and everything was delicious! Don’t forget to order their homemade bread and couscous so that no sauce goes to waste. We can’t wait to return!

Sonoma Wine Shop & La Bodega

5.0

5 (72)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Sebastopol

About the restaurant

Gourmet Vegetarian and Gourmet Vegan dining - 5 nights a week.
We make our own pastas, soups, salads, desserts from scratch.
Headquarters for 3,000 member dine and wine club.
Over 1,500 local members live here in Sonoma County .
Cozy West County vibe. Indoor / patio / garden seating.
5 Stars on Yelp. 7 years Nextdoor Fave.
Reservations and pre-ordering preferred.
Talk with us about any dietary concerns.
A true 'find' here in Sonoma County.

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Lynn

Dined on Sep 29, 2024

La Bodega kitchen is “not a restaurant” but it is my favorite local place to eat. The vegetarian and vegan food is amazing (they no longer serve meat) ! Especially fond of the mushroom ravioli, the sauce is so good. We always get extra food and especially Meekk’s desserts to take home so we can continue to enjoy our leftovers. The decor is eclectic, sort of like you are visiting someone’s home, so it is comfortable without being pretentious or fussy. New since their Sonoma plaza wine shop closed, a very talented and funny sommelier offers you many tastes at the table. We tried so many different wines we did not bother ordering a glass of any one in particular, but we did go home with a couple of bottles of ones that we really enjoyed. The Sonoma WIne shop part of this experience is their popular wine club (to which I have belonged for many years) in which they really pay attention to the varietal and style(s) that you like, and try to interest you in wines from other small vineyards that are similar. Since most wine clubs only sell you what they personally bottle, this is an interesting approach that works very well for me!

Sushi Shin - Redwood City

4.9

4.9 (26)

$50 and over

Sushi

Redwood City

About the restaurant

Sushi Shin is an Authentic Japanese Fine dining. Featuring an Omakase menu, which is chef's choice for the most fresh, top quality of fish and seafood. Mostly imported from Tokyo fish market. Other best ingredients from all around the world. Serving Japanese Sakes and bottle Japanese beers. You can experience authentic Edomae-style sushi.

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Jerivip

Dined on Oct 6, 2024

Memorable meal from start to finish. Very creative dishes prepared with acute attention to quality, taste and aesthetics. A special occasion restaurant, but still very relaxed and friendly. Fun to watch the chef preparing dishes, admiring his knife skills. We are so fortunate to have this level of quality in the South Bay.

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Sushi Shin Omakase

Hashiri Bettei Kaiseki Aoki

5.0

5 (13)

$50 and over

Japanese

Saratoga

About the restaurant

We, Hashiri Bettei Kaiseki Aoki, deliver the experience of “kaiseki ryori,” a type of Japanese fine dining which historically developed to be served in the Japanese tea room. The tea room, as a space, symbolizes the home of the Japanese tea ceremony, a simple yet transformative experience offering a pause in time to appreciate the seemingly small experience of sharing tea. As such, we’ve designed both the architecture and the experience, to condense an infinite expanse into an extremely small space.

The space is designed sans distracting elements. Lighting will be subtle and architectural details are clean yet warm. Designed to allow dishes to remain the focal point of the experience, our space represents the endless potential for an intimate dining experience that continues to linger on pallet and in mind well after the end.

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Michael

Dined 5 days ago

It was a wonderful and delicious dinner. Our dinner last four hours. It reminded me about my business trips to Japan.

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Chef's Tasting Kaiseki Experience

Abrazo

4.9

4.9 (494)

$31 to $50

Spanish

Russian Hill

About the restaurant

Welcome to Abrazo! We are a neighborhood restaurant nestled in the historic and beautiful Russian Hill neighborhood. Chef/Owner Michael Pawliks menu features contemporary Spanish-Californian inspired cuisine, sourcing only the freshest and most traditional ingredients. Abrazo features a lofty 18ft ceiling, a cozy bar, and a private dining room that seats 16. The wine list features the best of Spain's legendary wine regions alongside Napa Valley classics.

We hope to see you soon!

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Chloevip

Dined 1 day ago

Been there couple times, never disappointed. Will go back again!

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4.9

4.9 (697)

$30 and under

Winery

Oakland

About the restaurant

Since 1978, Rosenblum has become one of the most-awarded and highly-rated California Zinfandel portfolios. Having more than 50 Zinfandels with 90+ points from Wine Spectator, it’s a record for Zinfandel lovers, but for us it’s just business as usual.

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Michael

Dined 3 days ago

Delightful patio on the waterfront to enjoy sipping wine and watching the boats go by. Relaxation at its best!

All Spice – San Mateo

4.7

4.7 (1103)

$50 and over

Californian

San Mateo

About the restaurant

Enjoy our oft-changing 3, 4 or 5-course Chef's menu for dinner inside our charming cottage or on our heated outdoor patio.

Come take a special journey when you dine at our charming restaurant.

Husband-and-wife team Sachin Chopra and Shoshana Wolff have turned a 1906 Victorian house into a pioneering dining destination that showcases Modern Californian Cuisine. It's local and seasonal whenever possible, but is also so much more. Sachin stretches beyond his classical training to create elegantly composed dishes that subtly hint at Indian, Japanese, Norwegian, Mediterranean and other worldly influences. The result is a unique cuisine with its own distinctive point of view. Warm, professional service and a thoughtful wine list enhance the experience.

We can't wait to see you!

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 1, 2024

Exceptional dining experience. Every course, from the pre-appetizer to the post-dessert bites, was delicious. The sauces were perfectly matched to each dish. My salmon was cooked to perfection, tender with a lightly crispy exterior. The cheesecake featured a sweet yet tangy sauce—delicious! The table-side pouring of the onion soup was a delightful surprise. An ideal venue for a special occasion.

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