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- 708 Bush St., Nob Hill 94108
- 415-391-8311
Sons & Daughters
Tough act to follow occupying the former home of 31-year vet Café Mozart – the self-proclaimed (yet slightly creepy) “San Francisco’s Most Romantic Restaurant.” Given... read more
- 1 South Park Ave., SoMa 94107
- 415-243-0107
The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen
Hard times trigger a retreat to Americana, and what could be more all-American and comforting than a crispy grilled cheese sandwich, served here with an SF foodie twist? Small, café-like spa... read more
- 1326 9th Ave., Richmond District 94122
- 415-681-0330
Social Kitchen & Brewery
Straightforward concept that's right for the times: Delarosa and Starbelly cicerone (beer connoisseur) Rich Higgins has developed an awesome beer and beer-derived menu, housed in a low-key space bu... read more
- 1123 Folsom St., SoMa 94103
- 415-553-6897
Radius
One of several optimistic SOMA openings with smart, simple concept and high-quality food, most sourced from within a 100-mile radius. Formerly Julie's Supper Club (which enjoyed an outsized rep but... read more
- 1270 Valencia St., Mission 94110
- 415-285-1200
Heart
Sandwiched ibetween 76 gas station and former auto mechanic; in any other city at any other time, this place would be a brake repair shop. Welcome to late-stage Valencia gentrification, where you c... read more
- 2442a Webster St., Berkeley 94612
- 510-238-1100
MUA
Inside downtown Oakland's art epicenter a cavernous warehouse is home to a californian-soul-food-asian-fusion/art gallery/dance party /restaurant /bar. Surprisingly mastering all and jack to none. ... read more
- 303 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Silicon Valley 95030
- 408-395-4441
James Randall
We sincerely wish that more Sil Valley restauranteurs approached their businesses with the humility and attention to detail that Chef/Owner Ross Hanson has. Tucked into a 100-year old house (that u... read more
- 14555 Big Basin Wy., Silicon Valley 95070
- 408-867-4711
Plumed Horse
Stunning, gorgeous, all-enveloping modern interiors - by Walid Mando of FORMA design, including a three-story glass-encased wine cellar with 2000 selections and 20,000 bottles - alone merit a visit... read more
- 320 Village Ln., Silicon Valley 95030
- 408-354-4330
Manresa
From an owner/designer/chef dream team, this super-smart-yet-unpretentious blending of Catalan and California has been steadily copping awards and foodie buzz, and deservedly so. Housed in a 1940s ... read more
- 2193 Mission St., Mission 94110
- 415-863-4744
Weird Fish
Tiny, intimate, homey spot feels more East Village than Mission, one of the toughest tables in town some nights due to a loyal, growing foodie following craving their unique sustainably-farmed and ... read more
- 2050 University Ave., Silicon Valley 94303
- 650-470-2889
Quattro
Centerpiece restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel has a design that has to be seen to be believed - windows on three sides, with streaming sunshine during the day and dramatically illuminated at nig... read more
- 140 S Murphy Ave., Silicon Valley 94086
- 408-737-8003
Tarragon
One of the more refined denizens of Murphy Avenue strip of restaurants, but not stuffy at all and even a bit romantic on quiet weeknights. Expansive interior defined by long wood bar and exposed br... read more
- 15466 Los Gatos Blvd., Silicon Valley 95032
- 408-358-0175
Crimson
Don't let strange strip mall mapping deter you. Chef Diane Rose's specializing in comfort food's creative side might not garner major accolades, but stays stocked full of hot young things on weeke... read more
- 842 Valencia St., Mission 94110
- (415) 282-8283
Range
Couture California Cuisine in the bull’s eye of the Valencia Strip with all the vestments: sumptuous local organic produce, clever cocktails, impeccable wait staff and exorbitant price. For t... read more
- 2700 Mission College Blvd., Silicon Valley 95054
- 408-970-6104
Parcel 104
From chef Bradley Ogden, original and inspiring, dare we say patriotic, take on contemporary American cuisine built upon seasonal and regional ingredients. Sophisticated and smart yet still low-key... read more
- 130 N Santa Cruz Ave., Silicon Valley 95030
- 408-395-9929
Los Gatos Brewing Company
We generally eschew "brewing companies" because they tend to draw a night-ruining noisy frat crowd - thankfully not here. Atmosphere is warm, friendly and chatty and, surprise, chef Jim Stump is a ... read more
- 10030 S De Anza Blvd., Silicon Valley 95014
- 408-873-1000
Park Place
Welcoming spot adjacent to the Cypress Hotel, owner Bob Puccini and Chef Brad Kraten aren't trying to topple Sil Valley culinary heavyweights here, rather create a casual, uncomplicated environment... read more
- 140 S Santa Cruz Ave., Silicon Valley 95030
- 408-884-1054
Three Degrees
One of the best brunch spots in the South Bay/Peninsula area, if for no other reason than the spacious, relaxing patio and all-you-can-drink champagne. Interior décor is nice enough - muted ... read more
- 420 Castro St., Silicon Valley 94041
- 650-966-8124
The Cantankerous Fish
Winner of funniest/weirdest restaurant name in the Bay Area, for robust, creative grilled fish and sweet cocktails. Sleek glass-and-wood design, with full views of Castro Street parade. Dungeness c... read more
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