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A photo of Original Joe's - San Francisco restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4934)
$$$$
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 158 times today
We had an amazing night celebrating our anniversary! The atmosphere was lovely, the service was warm and attentive, and everything came together for a truly special evening. We felt welcomed and appreciated from start to finish. Thank you for making our celebration so memorable. See ya next year!
A photo of Nopa - San Francisco restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3998)
$$$$
• Californian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 86 times today
Brought 18 people from all over the country here last night and was absolutely amazing
A photo of Little Original Joe's -- Marina restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(474)
$$$$
• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 165 times today
It is always a treat to dine at Little OJ. The food and service were outstanding! Thanks to Marisol for her great service! The vibe is lively and festive. We love coming whenever we are in SF!
A photo of Cote Ouest restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1270)
$$$$
• French • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 48 times today
Walked into this charming and quaint bistro in an upscale neighborhood. The three of us were celebrating a birthday. We ordered from a special "School Night" menu. Good portion sizes and good value. Meal came with complimentary warm bread. All of us had the endive salad...consisted of endives, mixed greens, blue cheese, pecans, pears and pomegranate in vinaigrette. Very Refreshing! Lingcod Meuniere filet includes sauteed potatoes, green beans, parsley, capers and croutons in a brown butter sauce. Fish prepared perfectly, beautifully plated, tasty and flavorful. Lamb Shank entree with kidney beans, was lean and tender with meat falls off the bone. It was juicy and full of flavor. Our choice of dessert was the delectable Apple Tarte Tatin which came in layers of thin apple slices on puff pastry with a scoop of vanilla ice cream added. Apple Tarte Tatin was light and enjoyable. Not too sweet. Food was AWESOME!! Waitstaff was warm and welcoming. Servers were attentive and very efficient. Our water glasses were topped off during our entire meal. Will definitely be back!
A photo of Juanita & Maude restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2079)
$$$$
• American • Albany
Booked 28 times today
Very good restaurant in downtown El Cerrito. Service was excellent, ambience nice. Food was very good. I would’ve given them five stars on the food except my chicken was a little overcooked. We had a very nice meal and time there and we would recommend the restaurant highly
A photo of Tiburon Tavern restaurant
4.3
Awesome(232)
$$$$
• Californian • Tiburon
Booked 3 times today
Had a lovely lunch at Tiburon Tavern. Enjoyed the new dishes on the menu and a glass of champagne. Service as usual was great! Beautiful day to dine outdoors.
A photo of Bistro Central Parc restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1199)
$$$$
• Italian • North Panhandle / USF
Booked 27 times today
Our group of 4 had a lovely time at Bistro Central Parc last evening. The food was delicious, the staff so kind, and the atmosphere very pleasant and relaxing. We always enjoy dining at this fun, casual, delicious and reasonably priced restaurant.
A photo of SUNGHO restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(118)
$$$$
• Korean • Tenderloin
Booked 26 times today
Their bossam may be my favorite dish of any restaurant in SF!
A photo of Chianti Cucina - Novato restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(971)
$$$$
• Italian • Novato
Booked 5 times today
great restaurant, great Italian, wonderful service
A photo of Starbelly restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1857)
$$$$
• American • The Castro
Booked 34 times today
Our server & Jose Luis made sure we had exceptional service & felt truly taken care of. It was a special night & they made it even better!

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  • David
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had an amazing night celebrating our anniversary! The atmosphere was lovely, the service was warm and attentive, and everything came together for a truly special evening. We felt welcomed and appreciated from start to finish. Thank you for making our celebration so memorable. See ya next year!
    More info
    Original Joe's - San Francisco$$$$• Italian• North Beach
    •
    4.8
  • BethGold
    Orange County •38 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    It is always a treat to dine at Little OJ. The food and service were outstanding! Thanks to Marisol for her great service! The vibe is lively and festive. We love coming whenever we are in SF!
    More info
    Little Original Joe's -- Marina$$$$• Italian• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
    •
    4.8
  • Janet
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Very good restaurant in downtown El Cerrito. Service was excellent, ambience nice. Food was very good. I would’ve given them five stars on the food except my chicken was a little overcooked. We had a very nice meal and time there and we would recommend the restaurant highly
    More info
    Juanita & Maude$$$$• American• Albany
    •
    4.8
  • TonyS
    California Central Coast •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Brought 18 people from all over the country here last night and was absolutely amazing
    More info
    Nopa - San Francisco$$$$• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
    •
    4.7
  • mayGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •264 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Walked into this charming and quaint bistro in an upscale neighborhood. The three of us were celebrating a birthday. We ordered from a special "School Night" menu. Good portion sizes and good value. Meal came with complimentary warm bread. All of us had the endive salad...consisted of endives, mixed greens, blue cheese, pecans, pears and pomegranate in vinaigrette. Very Refreshing! Lingcod Meuniere filet includes sauteed potatoes, green beans, parsley, capers and croutons in a brown butter sauce. Fish prepared perfectly, beautifully plated, tasty and flavorful. Lamb Shank entree with kidney beans, was lean and tender with meat falls off the bone. It was juicy and full of flavor. Our choice of dessert was the delectable Apple Tarte Tatin which came in layers of thin apple slices on puff pastry with a scoop of vanilla ice cream added. Apple Tarte Tatin was light and enjoyable. Not too sweet. Food was AWESOME!! Waitstaff was warm and welcoming. Servers were attentive and very efficient. Our water glasses were topped off during our entire meal. Will definitely be back!
    More info
    Cote Ouest$$$$• French• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
    •
    4.9
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