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Dining in San Francisco
San Francisco features 4,500+ restaurants pioneering farm-to-table dining and innovative cuisine. From Mission burritos to sourdough bread and Dungeness crab, SF's food culture is legendary.
Popular Areas
Cuisine Highlights
Sourdough bread, Dungeness crab, Mission burritos, dim sum, farm-to-table, seafood
Did You Know?
San Francisco has more restaurants per capita than any major US city and pioneered the farm-to-table movement with Chez Panisse in nearby Berkeley.
Essential Dining Guide for San Francisco
💰 Average Price Range
USD $16-70 per person
⏰ Best Time to Dine
Weekday lunches less crowded; dinner reservations needed 1-3 weeks ahead. Summer fog affects outdoor dining
🍽️ Insider Dining Tips for San Francisco
- Mission District has the best burritos and taquerias - La Taqueria and El Farolito are legendary
- Ferry Building Marketplace on Saturdays has artisanal food vendors and fresh Bay Area produce
- Chinatown offers authentic dim sum at prices far below other neighborhoods
- Many top restaurants have bar seating for walk-ins when reservations are fully booked
🌍 Local Dining Customs & Etiquette
Farm-to-table is taken seriously - expect seasonal menus that change frequently. Tipping 18-20% is standard. San Francisco banned plastic straws and styrofoam, reflecting eco-conscious dining culture. Dress code is casual even at upscale restaurants.
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Why Use a Restaurant Picker for San Francisco?
Perfect for San Francisco Diners When:
- You can't decide between Mission District and North Beach
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- You're tired of always going to the same places in San Francisco
- You need a quick lunch decision during your work break
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