Restaurants near Lincoln Playground

112 restaurants available nearby

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1. Original Joe's Westlake

4.8

Exceptional(4908)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Daly City

Booked 144 times today

After a two-year closure, Original Joe's, San Francisco’s quintessential Italian-American dining destination, revitalized iconic Daly City institution Joe’s of Westlake, and reintroduced it into the community as Original Joe’s Westlake. An anchor of Daly City from 1956 to 2014, Original Joe’s Westlake underwent an extensive two-year renovation, complete with a front-to-back interior remodel, including the kitchen and all dining spaces, and an exterior and landscaping overhaul. Following the Original Joe’s tradition, Westlake continues to prepare unpretentious, old-school Italian-American fare in an open kitchen for all to see. The menu is carefully crafted to reflect a past-meets-present hybrid of what Joe’s of Westlake used to be and what Original Joe’s Westlake is today.

2. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(510)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 189 times today

Welcome to Elena's -- a place where a family’s love for authentic Mexican food is celebrated and combined with California-inspired elements and signature Mexican-American dishes. We offer reservations for up to 8 guests via OpenTable. At the time of your reservation, we kindly request the entire party be present to be seated. Tables will be held for up to 10 minutes after the reservation time. For parties that arrive later, the table will be released but we will do our best to accommodate the reservation with the next available table. Reservation requests via phone or email are not available at this time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

3. Foreign Cinema

4.7

Exceptional(8837)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Mission

Booked 145 times today

Foreign Cinema is a one of a kind, nationally acclaimed restaurant combining independent films with California-Mediterranean cooking. Enjoy an airy yet chic setting, complete with indoor dining room with a fireplace, outdoor courtyard with 35mm film screening starting at dusk, mezzanine, gallery curated by Modernism West & full bar in the main dining room. Foreign Cinema has something for everyone including their DJ/live music bar, Laszlo. Enjoy special happy hours, uniquely craft cocktails, zero proof selections, full Foreign Cinema dinner menu, and lively music to end your evening.We are currently booking for Outdoor Patio & Indoor/Standard seating 60 days in advance. A ‘standard seating’ reservation is indoor dining. Reservations for 10+ may be booked through private dining department - contact janine@foreigncinema.com for more information.

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4. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1894)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 99 times today

Che Fico, is a California Italian restaurant from Chefs David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer in San Francisco's NOPA neighborhood. The food focuses on Italian cuisine through the lens of California. It’s our vision of Northern California as if it is a region in Italy, our connection to the region, and our love for Italian culinary practices. The rustic, market-driven menu features handmade pasta, pizzas, antipasti, housemade salumi, meat, and fish plus dishes from the Jewish-Roman heritage known as “Cucina Ebraica.” The beverage program focuses heavily on both Italian and Californian wines with a cocktail program that utilizes a variety of spirits, amaros, and seasonal ingredients. Che Fico is a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food, and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance.

5. Zuni Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(7868)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 151 times today

Zuni Café opened in San Francisco, California on February 15, 1979. Our daily changing menus are inspired by seasonal organic ingredients and incorporate traditional French and Italian cuisine. As Zuni continues to evolve, in its own distinctive and delicious way, it strives to remain the way it’s always been: at the same time rustic and cosmopolitan, audacious and familiar, intimate and convivial.RESERVATIONS ARE TAKEN UP TO 4 WEEKS IN ADVANCE.TABLES ARE RESERVED FOR A 2 HOUR TIME LIMIT.

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6. Nopa - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3545)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 113 times today

Nopa is a San Francisco gathering place north of the Panhandle, serving urban rustic food and specializing in organic wood-fired cuisine. We serve simple dishes created with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and purveyors.

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7. Delfina Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(987)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mission

Booked 59 times today

Delfina is a bustling, James Beard Award-winning neighborhood trattoria in San Francisco’s Mission District. Owned by Anne and Craig Stoll.

8. Ofena

4.8

Exceptional(50)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Parkside

Booked 14 times today

“Cooking, for me, is storytelling.” —Tim Humphrey, executive chef. Finalist in both “Best Italian” & “Best New Restaurant” in SFGate’s Best of the Bay. Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s Lakeside District, Ofena draws inspiration from family roots in the quaint sheep-herding village of the same name in the Abruzzo region of Italy. Chef Tim Humphrey proudly presents his ode to Italian cuisine in the form of an expertly crafted menu showcasing the bounty of California and emphasizing the flavors of Italy. Ofena takes modern Italian cuisine to the next level with a fresh, ingredient driven menu. Enjoy inventive craft cocktails in our fully stocked bar and satiate your pasta craving in our warm and intimate space. Located in the old Lakeside Cafe, we aim to continue the tradition of bringing the neighborhood together to be welcomed the Italian way - as family! Come be apart of the story at Ofena! Buon Appetito!

9. Lolinda

4.7

Exceptional(3025)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Mission

Booked 71 times today

Cuisine inspired by Latin America, Spain and Argentina. Sustainable meats, seven different types of grass-fed, grain finished beef cuts ranging from short ribs to blood sausage cooked over a wood-fired grill. Ceviche and a handful of vegetarian offerings such as a pastel de choclo (squash, onions, raisins, olives, cooked in a corn crust) and platano al horno (ripe plantains with queso fresco, and jicama salsa).Artisanal cocktails, piscos, tequilas, wine list primarily focused on varietals from Portugal, Spain, Chile & Argentina including sherry and port. Stellar selection of European and South American beers.Two levels of dining, two full bars and seating for 220 people divided in a mix of booths, tables, communal tables & bar stools.Happy hour: $7 Highball Cocktails + snacks, 7 days a week, 5:30 - 7pm.Open for late-night dining.5% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.

10. La Connessa

4.7

Exceptional(325)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mission Bay / South Beach

Booked 60 times today

## La Connessa: A Modern Italian Gem in San Francisco Step into La Connessa and be transported to a world of culinary delight. This modern Italian trattoria, nestled in the heart of Potrero Hill, offers a vibrant atmosphere and a menu that celebrates the best of Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist. The space is a feast for the eyes, boasting a stunning slate blue and metallic gold palette, an expansive illuminated bar, and exceptional art deco design. High ceilings and a beautiful, elevated vibe create a perfect setting for both special occasions and casual meals. The menu, crafted with the finest hand-selected ingredients, features a range of classic dishes reimagined with modern influences. From expertly blistered wood-fired pizzas to hearty secondi selections, including hand-made pastas, bistecca, and local seafood, La Connessa promises an unforgettable dining experience. Start your journey with delectable antipasti like roasted jimmy nardello peppers and roasted artichokes. Then, indulge in the signature Spaghettino al Limone, a symphony of flavors with fresh lemon, garlic, and parmesan. For a truly special occasion, savor the succulent bistecca, grilled to perfection and served with seasonal vegetables. No Italian meal is complete without a touch

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Marcie
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a treat! My go-to place with my girlfriends every 3 mos and times with other family and friends. Everyone so accommodating and food is wonderfully delicious… yum!!!
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Original Joe's WestlakePrice: Moderate• Italian• Daly City
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4.8
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Kimberlyn
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
I celebrated a birthday and the environment was perfect for a celebration dinner. There’s both an indoor and outdoor section, and the outdoor section plays the movie for the night. The indoor section doesn’t have a full view of the movie, but it wasn’t a personal issue for me as it was moreso an ambiance thing. I wouldn’t mind trying the outdoor section one day, though. As a note, food portions weren’t exactly plentiful, however, if split family style it can definitely work! The salad, oysters, and steak were all delicious. Service was also very friendly and accommodating. Overall, I would definitely come back for special occasions.
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Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission
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4.7
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LynnVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Elena’s has tasty food and a really kind, attentive staff. They serve delicious, thin crunchy chips.
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Elena'sPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Forest Hill / West Portal
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4.7
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DavidVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •54 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We love everything about this restaurant. Will go back again and again.
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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DavidVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Another wonderful meal at Delfina :-) We’ve been customers for 25 years, and this group of nine had a spectacular dinner. The food, the service, the ambiance — all excellent! The team at Delfina always delivers, and it was a delight to celebrate with them once again :-)
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Delfina RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mission
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4.8

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1. Original Joe's Westlake

2. Elena's

3. Foreign Cinema

4. Che Fico San Francisco

5. Zuni Cafe

6. Nopa - San Francisco

7. Delfina Restaurant

8. Ofena

9. Lolinda

10. La Connessa

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