Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Price

££
£££
££££

Cuisine

AmericanItalianSeafoodIndianMexicanJapanese

Regions

East BayPeninsulaSan Francisco

Areas

AlamedaBerkeleyCastroDowntown / Union SquareFinancial District / EmbarcaderoForest Hill / West Portal

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

20 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Tratto - San Francisco restaurant

1. Tratto - San Francisco

4.3

Awesome(845)

££££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.

2. Shelby's Rooftop

4.5

Awesome(333)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• American • SOMA

Booked 49 times today

Experience an elevated evening at Shelby's Rooftop, perched high above 4th street in downtown San Francisco. Relish in delectable drinks, small bites, and breathtaking views. Shelby's Rooftop combines a seductive ambiance with a contemporary-chic atmosphere, creating a distinctive San Francisco rooftop lounge. Whether dining indoors or outdoors, savor the mouthwatering shared plates, expertly-crafted cocktails, and panoramic city views.All ages are welcome when our kitchen is open, until 11pm every day. After that, our bar remains open until closing for adults 21+For parties larger than 10 and private bookings, please contact us directly to book.

3. Sisterita

4.6

Exceptional(121)

££££Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 34 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

4.3

Awesome(202)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 2 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 Anchovy Bar

4.8

Exceptional(861)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Western Addition

Booked 26 times today

From the team that brought you State Bird Provisions and The Progress, The Anchovy Bar is a wine and seafood bar that specializes in West Coast oysters, small fish and sustainably raised shellfish. We work with small producers that favor traditional and antique processes with origin stories that matter and inspire.

6. The Harlequin

4.4

Awesome(101)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • SOMA

Booked 14 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.

7. Sushi Hon

4.8

Exceptional(461)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Mission

Booked 14 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.Please note that the final reservation is accepted at 9 PM.All parties will be subject to a 20% service charge. We look forward to serving you soon.

A photo of Eclipse Kitchen and Bar restaurant

8. Eclipse Kitchen and Bar

3.7

Very Good(279)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

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.

A photo of Krua Thai - San Francisco restaurant

9. Krua Thai - San Francisco

4.3

Awesome(154)

££££Price: Moderate

• Thai • Mission

Booked 3 times 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.

A photo of Tacolicious - Mission District restaurant

10. Tacolicious - Mission District

4.5

Awesome(94)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Mission

Booked 13 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!

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

K
KimberlyVIP
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and ambience. Our main server was ok while others were fantastic. They actually stopped by to ask if we needed anything more than the main server. The dungeness crab pasta was the highlight of the meal
More info
The Anchovy BarPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Western Addition
•
4.8
D
David
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the set Valentine's menu for two and it was very nice. Service was great and not rushed at all. It is part of a hotel. There was a bit of a cold fraught from the door into the hotel unfortunately.
More info
Tratto - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / Union Square
•
4.3
M
Mary
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Cute little place. Good food. We sat in a tight row with four sets of parties of two. It was cold because the door wouldn’t stay shut.
More info
SisteritaPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Financial District / Embarcadero
•
4.6
E
Ever
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 Jan 2025
Great ambiance and vibe. I wish they had more food selections but overall the food was good.
More info
Shelby's RooftopPrice: Very Expensive• American• SOMA
•
4.5
D
DaveVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •24 reviews
4.0
Dined on 19 Jan 2025
Very nice ambience and a place to have a quiet conversation and the drinks are very good.
More info
Rise Over RunPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown / Union Square
•
4.3

Explore OpenTable

Area
Quick bite

Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Half Moon Bay
Pacific Heights
SOMA
Sausalito
Nob Hill
North Beach
Cole Valley
Berkeley
Saratoga
Millbrae
Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Kensington
Cupertino
Chinatown
Alameda
Sunset District
Mission District
Bernal Heights
Burlingame
Financial District / Embarcadero