Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in SOMA

29 restaurants available nearby

1. Pazzia

4.7

Exceptional(264)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 6 times today

Authentic Tuscan restaurant serving seasonal Italian fare with all the convivial charm and allure of the Florentine neighborhood of San Frediano.Opened in 1998 and located in the heart of what was then considered the city’s industrial warehouse district, tucked away on SoMa's Third Street, PAZZIA's buzzing dining room and outdoor patio quickly became a local favorite and destination spot for those “in the know”. From fresh house made pasta, thin crust pizza, grilled meats and seasonal specialties to classic Italian aperitivo cocktails and convivially energetic Italian staff, PAZZIA is the perfect spot for a date night, family gathering, office function or delicious night out with friends.PAZZIA offers indoor seating in a spacious dining room with banquette seating and views of the open kitchen, a more intimate lounge room with bar seating and tables around a fireplace and sheltered outdoor tables with heat lamps along the wide front patio.

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2. Alexander's Steakhouse - SF

4.8

Exceptional(2501)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • SOMA

Booked 14 times today

We strive to provide our guests with a dining experience revealing world-class cuisine and elegant service in an iconic and intimate San Francisco setting. Alexander's Steakhouse in San Francisco offers a fine dining interpretation of a Modern American Steakhouse with hints of Japanese influences throughout our menu. Featuring classic cuts such as Ribeye, Bone-In New York and Filet Mignon, to sustainable seafood, our signature Hamachi Shot and one of the largest variety of Wagyu Steak in the U.S. We also highlight dry-aged steaks and offer the finest and most luxurious products available including two tasting menus and an award-winning wine list designed by Wine Director Maxwell Klassen. A full bar featuring some of the most unique specialty cocktails is a great way to begin your evening here at Alexander's Steakhouse.

3. Foreign Cinema

4.8

Exceptional(8778)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Mission

Booked 140 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.

4. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(798)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 79 times today

Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

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5. Angler San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(226)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 31 times today

Angler is a seafood-focused Saison Hospitality Group restaurant with one Michelin star on the Embarcadero waterfront, featuring views of our expansive wood burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay, where each dish is touched by fire and intended to be shared.Our sourcing is deliberate and our menus closely follow the seasons of Northern California. Chef de Cuisine, Joe Hou

6. The Progress

4.9

Exceptional(2443)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Western Addition

Booked 58 times today

The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.

7. Wayfare Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(7766)

Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 92 times today

Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.

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8. Nopa - San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(3514)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 74 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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9. La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(8459)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 95 times today

Inspired by the thousands of cebicherias found throughout Peru, La Mar Cebicheria Peruana, was created as an attempt to globalize and enshrine one of the best guarded treasures of Peruvian cuisine: cebiche, Peruvian seafood and the scenery created to enjoy them, the Peruvian style cebicheria.

10. Octavia

4.8

Exceptional(2609)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights

Booked 15 times today

Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello and Executive Chef Nico Pena. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.

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Alessandrovip
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Have been here multiple times….and every time, the food is superb, the service unmatched and though the prices are relatively high the value is tangible. Certainly above all industry average. I will continue to support this fine establishment….
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Alexander's Steakhouse - SFPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• SOMA
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4.8
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Nathanvip
Asheville / Western North Carolina •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic meal as always. I try to stop here every time I’m in SF. We did the tasting menu and wine pairing. Our whole group really enjoyed it.
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Angler San FranciscoPrice: Very Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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Mary Louvip
San Francisco Bay Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fun menu with emphasis on plates to share, creative use of seasonal ingredients and the pita bread is to die for. The Breaking Bread appetizer sampler is a must order. Lamb chops were divine. Our server was friendly, helpful and attentive, but not overly so--made for a delicious, relaxing weekday lunch with girlfriends.
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.7
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Joevip
San Diego •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had such a fantastic time at Foreign Cinema! From the warm welcome when we arrived to the excellent servers and the delicious food, it was an all star visit. It's no wonder Foreign Cinema is an icon in San Francisco. We can't wait to go back!
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Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission
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4.8
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Marlene
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Nov 2024
A famy-owned and operated restaurant. Many repeat customers who are warmly greeted. Attention to detail ensuring your experience is a step above expectations.
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PazziaPrice: Expensive• Italian• SOMA
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4.7

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Pazzia

2. Alexander's Steakhouse - SF

3. Foreign Cinema

4. Dalida

5. Angler San Francisco

6. The Progress

7. Wayfare Tavern

8. Nopa - San Francisco

9. La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco

10. Octavia

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