Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in Chinatown

207 restaurants available nearby

1. Trestle

4.8

Exceptional(2746)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 41 times today

Hi Neighbor!At Trestle, we remember a time, not too long ago, where people took pause to enjoy a meal in the presence of great company, giving it the reverence and respect deserved. We provide a dining experience served in courses, with the satisfaction and warmth found at a family gathering, creating the foundation to a proper meal. Every day we feature a changing 3 course prix fixe menu with choices on each course for $45/person. We will have an optional additional pasta course for $12/person. Unfortunately, we do not offer ala-carte options.We are able to accommodate vegetarian options nightly. We do our best to accommodate other allergies/restrictions based on the menu for that evening. Due to our limited spacing, we can accommodate parties of 8 or less only.

2. China Live

4.7

Exceptional(3179)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 98 times today

China Live, Eater's "Restaurant of the Year," features fresh, seasonal Chinese cuisine cooked from specialized stations that merge traditional Chinese and Western culinary equipment. Our main dining area, with views of our exhibition kitchens, plays centerpiece, appointed with chairs and tables all handcrafted in China from reclaimed Chinese elm. We also offer outside dining.

3. Wayfare Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(7764)

Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 120 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.

4. BIX

4.7

Exceptional(4957)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 45 times today

An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware. Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture. The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment. All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.

5. Sisterita

4.5

Awesome(89)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 26 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.

6. Cassava

4.7

Exceptional(733)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Beach

Cassava is a French-Californian bistro in the heart of the historic North Beach neighborhood in San Francisco, semi-finalist of James Beard Foundation Award 2023. The dinner offers 3 experiences nightly of the signature 3 course prix fixe menu, 5 course tasting menu both with beverage pairing options, and also a la carte. Full menu is available at the bar for dining as well.Wine list focuses on classic region wines including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone with approachability and vibrant expressions. Beverage pairing menus includes wine and sake, and there are always 2 wines selected for "potentially life changing" by the glass to entice everyone.Cassava is located in the heart of North Beach that is perfect for business team dinners and meetings. The private dining room seats up to 18 guests, and the entire restaurant can seat up to 50 guests and up to 150 for standing receptions. Brunch is offered on weekends with bistro inspired menu items and the famous Japanese breakfast.

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7. The Barrel Room - San Francisco

4.5

Awesome(283)

Price: Expensive

• International • Financial District / Embarcadero

We're happy to announce that we are reopening! We are now accepting reservations for October 18th, 2022 and beyond. The Barrel Room offers guests a unique experience with our regionally focused rotating menus. Our menus feature the cuisine, wines, and spirits of regions from around the world, changing each quarter. Our wine list offers our guests small-production, responsibly farmed wines from iconic and influential producers organized into flights or by the glass.Join us for our current focus: the wines and cuisine of Spain. This menu will be available through October.

8. Ideale

4.7

Exceptional(1550)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 10 times today

*Just awarded the prestigious "Gambero Rosso" for being one of the best Italian restaurants in America*"For an authentic Roman holiday without the airfare, this undiscovered North Beach gem is worth seeking out."(Zagat) .A bright, colorful Italian restaurant, Ideale is the modern version of a traditional Roman trattoria. It is "festive and boisterous...la vera cucina italiana." Ideale has been bringing Rome to North Beach for 30 yrs now with it's highly acclaimed chef, Maurizio Bruschi. Maurizio hails from 4 generations of Roman chefs, lovingly taught by his grandma, Serafina. The pastas & breads are all homemade & the ingredients are hand-picked daily. Zagat wrote, the "Italian fare is the real deal...one of the few no tourist eateries in North Beach.. excellent pasta & pizza..the service makes you feel like a friend..a delightful experience." Ideale has won numerous awards, including Zagat's "Best Italian Restaurants in America" & The Chronicle's "Best Pasta in North Beach."

9. Palio

4.7

Exceptional(1492)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 8 times today

Voted "2018 Best Overall Restaurant" by SF Bay Guardian readers, Palio is a favorite of downtown denizens looking for the perfect spot to make a deal, travelers who appreciate Michelin rated comfortable dining, and anyone seeking an exceptional group dining or private party venue. A place where historic techniques blend with a contemporary approach, and Michelin rated "comfortable" service personally overseen daily by owner Martino Di Grande. Palio’s menu (including gluten free and heart healthy options) is a veritable culinary tour of Italy; emphasizing the cooking of different regions as the seasons change. Palio's menu utilizes organic produce from small, local farms as well as sustainable agriculture and aquaculture. The Wine Spectator award winning list has always been exceptional, including a wide range of Italian varietals and California offerings. Full bar.

10. Caffe Macaroni

4.8

Exceptional(716)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 2 times today

Chef & co-owner, Mario and his delightful wife, Stephanie, have a knack for making you feel as if they are cooking and serving just for you at this super-reasonable North Beach nook offering robust Southern Italian fare reminiscent of his native Naples; whether you’ve snagged an outdoor table or are in the small, casual interior, it delivers a pasta fix. The menu changes daily to ensure freshness.

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Amyvip
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We decided to do a meal of appetizers and all of them were delicious. Especially the mussels and clams. Also Michelle was a wonderful waiter, anticipating our needs and with good knowledge of the menu.
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BIXPrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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Joseph
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The tasting menu at Trestle is simple and excellent. The pricing of it is a great value. We really appreciated the service charge and Healthy SF fees listed up front. The service is really excellent. What a treat and a great bargain as well.
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TrestlePrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8
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Michael
San Francisco Bay Area •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is not a Sports Bar. It is far better even than Gastropub. This is a higher end restaurant with a welcoming bar scene. It is a go-to for good food in a lively social environment.
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Wayfare TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.6
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Donald Joevip
Los Angeles •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
First-time visit to China Live, and we were not disappointed! Attentive, helpful service (Raffi was super-helpful with navigating the menu), lots of choices, and quick service. We got the XLB, sea bass, and crispy noodles with chicken, and really, I can't think of a single negative thing to say about any of them. Dessert was the wonderful mandarin brownie with lychee ice cream. All in all, a wonderful meal and a great time out for my bride and I.
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China LivePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.7
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New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had a corporate lunch here. Was great for that + everyone loved their food
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SisteritaPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.5

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207 restaurants available nearby

1. Trestle

2. China Live

3. Wayfare Tavern

4. BIX

5. Sisterita

6. Cassava

7. The Barrel Room - San Francisco

8. Ideale

9. Palio

10. Caffe Macaroni

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