Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in SOMA

21 restaurants available nearby

1. The Cavalier

4.6

Exceptional(1764)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 6 times today

The Cavalier is a London-inspired brasserie, located adjacent to Hotel Zetta in San Francisco's SoMA neighborhood. The upscale British influenced restaurant is brought to you by Executive Chef Jennifer Puccio, managing partner James Nicholas, and award winning San Francisco designer, Ken Fulk. The 135-seat restaurant is divided into four unique, intimate spaces: the Blue Bar, Main Dining Room, Wine Stables, and Rail Car. The interior is designed with deep leather banquettes, polished brass, zinc and white marble, lending a posh and sultry feel.

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2. Tratto - San Francisco

4.3

Awesome(835)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 2 times today

Re-Opening June 2, 2021A spirited, bar-driven restaurant serving rustic Italian fare with modern sensibilities. Tratto means the stroke of a pen or a mark in Italian, nodding to both the neighborhood’s artistic history and the name of The Marker, the boutique hotel next door. Tratto’s flavorful menu of simple, delicious and shareable dishes coupled with casual, communal-style dining creates a neighborhood bar experience inspired by the Italian tradition of “aperitivo,” or happy hour.Guests can enjoy playful twists on classic Italian cocktails, boozy Italian sodas, and beer and wine from California and Italy, including a jug of house wine from the taps.Choose from a wide selection of traditional small-plate antipasti, house-made pastas and pizzas, entrees served family-style, seasonal side dishes, and classic Italian desserts including ice creams, gelatos and sorbets.

3. Sisterita

4.5

Awesome(109)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 19 times today

We take pride in sourcing our ingredients from local farms and markets to ensure the freshest, most flavorful dishes possible. Our menu features seasonal produce and house-made bread, and we're particularly excited to offer our signature Voilà French Toast Brioche, which is quickly becoming a local favorite. For something a little more unique, try our Alcatraz Escape shrimp omelet, and of course, no brunch is complete without a warm bowl of our classic French Onion soup. Whether you're looking for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick bite during the workweek, we invite you to join us in our cozy, inviting space and experience the warm hospitality of Sisterita.

4. Rise Over Run

4.2

Awesome(200)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 5 times today

Gaze out over sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline at Rise Over Run, the lush outdoor rooftop and indoor solarium. Share a South East Asian inspired cocktail — by local legend Danny Louie — or snack on food offerings of Executive Chef Morgan Depaulo.Walk-ins are welcomed and encouraged! Reservations are nice, too.

5. The Harlequin

4.4

Awesome(95)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • SOMA

Booked 11 times today

1920's revival cocktail bar, restaurant and lounge offers an elevated cocktail program paired with a decadent New American cuisine featuring pizza's, pastas, steaks, and burgers. Happy Hour daily from 4pm to 6pm featuring $2 oysters and discounted beer and cocktails. Located in the center of San Francisco's Yerba Buena district, steps from Moscone Center and Union Square, The Harlequin is great for groups and private / corporate events. Private dining is also available in our Aviary.

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6. Eclipse Kitchen and Bar

3.7

Very Good(279)

Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 1 time today

Indulge in classic San Francisco cuisine or celebrate the day’s end with one of our signature cocktails or sample a hand-selected flight of California wines at Eclipse Kitchen & Bar. Take in the grandeur of our lobby's architecture as you start your day with breakfast or wind down at the bar with a mouthwatering appetizer. Eclipse’s lively ambience is ideal for business meetings or personal celebrations. Full bar seating includes plush couches, modern pub tables and tufted benches for private conversations.

7. Sushi Hon

4.8

Exceptional(454)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Mission

Booked 5 times today

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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8. Tacolicious - Mission District

4.3

Awesome(90)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Mission

Booked 4 times today

Tacolicious is a casual, modern Mexican restaurant with locations in San Francisco, Palo Alto and Manhattan Beach (LA). We source our ingredients responsibly, take our tacos as seriously as our cocktails, and offer a fun sit-down, full-service experience. We have outdoor dining and private rooms and do off-site catering. Go to tacolicious.com for more information.Questions? Email us at mission_management@tacolicious.com. Large parties interested in the private room at our Mission location, please email us at events@tacolicious.com. We reply to emails quickly!

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9. Jasper's Corner Tap and Kitchen

3.8

Excellent(989)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 1 time today

A long-time local favorite, Jasper’s Corner Tap and Kitchen serves crave-worthy New American cuisine. We feature 18 rotating local craft draft beers in addition to a seasonal lineup of handcrafted cocktails. Our scratch kitchen will delight you with home-style favorites and unique offerings, complemented with unique dishes straight from the imaginations of our talented chefs. Just steps away from famous Union Square in San Francisco and by the Curran Theater, Jasper’s welcomes sports fans, adventurous eaters, movers, shakers, and everyone in-between in an urban-style sophisticated, yet comfortable atmosphere.

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10. Krua Thai - San Francisco

4.3

Awesome(154)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • Mission

Booked 1 time today

Located in the heart of San Francisco, Krua Thai serves authentic Thai cuisine in a trendy atmosphere. The dining area is marked by contemporary furniture and intimate lighting. Krua Thai offers plenty of beer and wine options to pair with the numerous menu items. The dinner menu features popular entrees like Plummy Duck, which consists of battered duck topped with ginger plum sauce, the Sea Splash, which is a collection of prawns, calamari and scallops with colorful vegetables, and the Salmon Paradise, which is prepared with Choo Chee curry. Krua Thai also has a long list of sauteed platters, curry platters, fried rice bowls and noodle soups.

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Gracie
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was spectacular! I highly recommend any of the eggs Benedict options.
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SisteritaPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.5
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Naomi
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our group was coming from multiple locations, Harlequin was very patient with our staggered arrival and the only real issue we had was the food arriving in batches. Many of our group had difficulty not waiting for all the food to arrive before eating. Otherwise it was a good experience. The ambiance was super cute, the food tasty, the staff cheerful. We'd come again.
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The HarlequinPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• SOMA
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4.4
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Stacy
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 Dec 2024
Took my daughters to the City for the evening. We were early diners, but the wait staff doted on us with such enthusiasm. We loved the views from the rooftop, the food and cocktails were stellar, and we were even offered blankets to keep warm enough while dining. Excellent all around!
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Rise Over RunPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown / Union Square
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4.2
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Stacey
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
We had an 11:30 am reservation and we're the only ones in the restaurant. We got quick service and the food was delicious. We look forward to going back the next time we are in San Francisco.
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Tratto - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / Union Square
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4.3
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Kathleen
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
What do you say when a restaurant treats you like you are their only customer! From the time we walked in, to the special celebration message (happy anniversary) on the table, we were treated with such kindness and attentiveness that it made our celebration extra special. Thank you to the staff and Brian, who took care of us for helping us celebrate 23 years with some holiday flair. Oh - and the food? Simply Mind blowing!
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The CavalierPrice: Expensive• Californian• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.6

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. The Cavalier

2. Tratto - San Francisco

3. Sisterita

4. Rise Over Run

5. The Harlequin

6. Eclipse Kitchen and Bar

7. Sushi Hon

8. Tacolicious - Mission District

9. Jasper's Corner Tap and Kitchen

10. Krua Thai - San Francisco

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