The Best Local Restaurants in San Francisco
If you are planning a trip to San Francisco soon, certainly you’ve begun researching eateries. This is especially true nowadays when many establishments require a dining reservation to adhere to local social distancing guidelines. If you’re anything like me, you are likely most looking forward to the local cuisine you’ll sample. To help guide you through a tour of the best local restaurants in San Francisco, we’ve compiled a list of a few must-see eateries that will have you begging for seconds.
Home Plate
Home Plate, in San Francisco’s Marina District, has been dishing up American cuisine for breakfast and brunch for over 30 years. Home Plate’s passion for service and atmosphere is obvious as soon as you walk through the doors. They are a warm and welcoming restaurant that hopes to make you feel at home. Upon being seated, you’re treated to delicious complimentary, homemade scones as a token of appreciation for your patronage. Currently, Home Plate is offering alfresco dining or takeout, but either way, their breakfast or brunch is sure to please. Some of Home Plate’s best-loved dishes include their made-to-order, fluffy pancakes, the Triple Play (an assortment of eclectic tacos, and the Chunky Corned Beef Hash. Beyond these delights, Home Plate offers vegetarian options in addition to fresh-squeezed juices. Home Plate is the perfect place to start your day of exploring the Bay Area.
Mersea Restaurant and Bar
Mersea is a coastal eatery situated on the Great Lawn of Treasure Island in San Francisco. Mersea is a casual container-style restaurant with great views, delicious food, and excellent drinks. Mersea serves an eclectic offering of quick bites like burgers, tacos, chowder, pizza, and even vegetarian selections. Their menu is understated, but their dishes are packed full of flavor, texture, and color. Mersea is a great stop for a quick lunch on the go or an afternoon in the park. In addition to the yummy food and drinks, Mersea provides a wide array of fun outdoor activities for its patrons to partake in. Take a break from your fries and enjoy a game of bocce ball or hitting the golf ball on their professional putting green.
Pearl 6101
Pearl 6101 is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in the heart of San Francisco. Serving dinner six nights a week, Pearl 6101 is currently only offering alfresco-style dining by reservation. As the San Francisco nights get cooler, Pearl 6101 provides plenty of heaters so you’ll dine in warmth and comfort. Moreover, their creative and delicious dishes and drinks offer a creative twist on authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Classic appetizers like Fried Brussel Sprouts are given new life with whipped tahini and black garlic molasses, a conventional twist that will have you ordering more.
But be sure to save room for dinner though, because Pearl 6101’s entrees are out of this world. The Squid Ink Spaghetti, for instance, is a Pearl favorite. This mouth-watering entree is curated with gulf shrimp, Calabrian chili, delectable dried tomato, and other wonderful pairings. If this isn’t your cup of tea, don’t worry. There are fabulous selections for every palette. And no matter what you order, the professional staff at Pearl 6101 will help you pair your selection with a perfectly complimentary cocktail. We recommend making Pearl 6101 a dinner stop on your tour of San Francisco.
Gary Danko
Renowned chef-owned Gary Dank is a staple in the Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood of San Francisco. This award-winning, Michelin Rated restaurant is flawlessly serving up French-inspired cuisine, using local ingredients. Despite its high acclaim, Gary Danko is inviting, personable, and far from the stuffy atmosphere you would expect of such a highly-lauded establishment. Serving lunch and dinner daily, you’ll need to plan and make a reservation if you hope to eat in this much sought-after eatery. Gary Danko has a full-service bar but also allows diners to bring their wine for a corkage fee.
This upscale restaurant offers the most sophisticated selections of appetizers like Dungeness Crab Salad and Glazed Oysters with Osetra Caviar. Inviting starters like these are followed by selections of exquisitely and expertly prepared entrees like Seared Sea Scallops and Lentils, Stuffed Roasted Quail, and Herb Crusted Loin of Lamb. The atmosphere, service, menu, and libations offered at Gary Danko are beyond comparison. Be sure to add this swanky and elegant establishment as a stop on your visit to the Bay Area.
Bay Area Eateries
No matter your fancy, if you’re planning a visit to San Francisco, you’ve got to add these Bay Area eateries to your itinerary. We’ve got you covered with breakfast, lunch, and dinner with some of the best local restaurants. From down-home comfy food to exquisite, elegant dining experiences, this list of San Francisco establishments is sure to add delicious perfection to each meal on your tour.