Best Historic Restaurants in Outer Sunset

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchJapanese

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MarinPeninsulaSan Francisco

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ChinatownDowntown / Union SquareFinancial District / EmbarcaderoFisherman's WharfMarina / Cow Hollow / PresidioNob Hill

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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38 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Historic John's Grill restaurant

1. Historic John's Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7511)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 63 times today

John's Grill has been a San Francisco tradition since 1908. This historic restaurant is one of the city's oldest and most famous and is a favorite of celebrities who enjoy great steaks, expertly prepared fresh seafood with excellent service and a one of a kind atmosphere. John's Grill was a setting in author Dashiell Hammett, The Maltese Falcon.

2. Spruce

4.7

Exceptional(5480)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights

Booked 56 times today

Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!

3. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(1020)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 83 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.

A photo of Izzy's Steaks & Chops - San Francisco restaurant

4. Izzy's Steaks & Chops - San Francisco

4.3

Awesome(1069)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

NOW OPEN (limited reservations available directly on our website with OpenTable availability to come soon). Walk-ins are always welcome.Izzy’s Steaks & Chops is a second-generation, family-owned dining destination that has become a beloved neighborhood establishment since its flagship location opened on Steiner Street in 1987. After a meticulous historic restoration and renovation, Izzy's will enter into its next chapter with a refreshed look and feel that honors the rich history of San Francisco and the longtime legacy of the restaurant. Helmed by Chef Daniel Lucero, Izzy’s dynamic menu celebrates traditional steakhouse fare, featuring fresh interpretations of the classics. You'll find a selection of steaks & chops, local seafood, regional wines, and inventive cocktails.You can also dine with us at our San Carlos location: www.izzysonthepeninsula.com

5. The Post Room

4.0

Excellent(199)

££££Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 14 times today

In the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square, a new Mediterranean-inspired bar and lounge called The Post Room is nestled inside the historic Beacon Grand and overlooking the hotel’s grand lobby, the vibrant social venue will serve breakfast through supper every day, with brunch served on weekends and complemented by a dazzling live music program.

A photo of The Garden Court - Luxury Collection restaurant

6. The Garden Court - Luxury Collection

3.9

Excellent(2489)

££££Price: Expensive

• Californian • SOMA

Booked 31 times today

Featuring innovative intercontinental cuisine, the famed Garden Court offers a superb dining experience in a glorious setting. This historic landmark serves Breakfast daily, 2 Course Prix Fixe Lunch Monday-Thursday and an enchanting Afternoon Tea on Friday and Saturday. The Garden Court features a stained glass dome, Italian marble columns, Austrian crystal chandeliers and is noted on San Francisco’s Historic Register as Landmark #18. Our Executive Chef invites you to try our signature crab salad lightly dressed in our own Green Goddess Dressing, a true Palace original created in 1923.

A photo of The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco restaurant

7. The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(6228)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 80 times today

The Rotunda serves afternoon tea seven days a week beginning at 1:30 p.m. A tea experience reservation is necessary to enjoy our daily tea service. Any dietary restrictions must be noted at least 24 hours in advance of your reservation.Please use link below to reserve your tea experience.https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=889&restref=889&experienceId=35326Let THE ROTUNDA® host your next Baby or Bridal Shower. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.*February 22, the outside elevator is under construction. Enter through any of the outside NM entrances, take any elevator to the 4th floor.

A photo of Original Joe's - San Francisco restaurant

8. Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(4299)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 131 times today

Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.

9. Starlite

4.4

Awesome(203)

££££Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 34 times today

Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.

10. Nisei

4.8

Exceptional(89)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Russian Hill

Booked 8 times today

Nisei presents a contemporary approach to Japanese American cuisine by combining deep Japanese flavors, refined cooking technique, and Northern California's finest ingredients. The restaurant is a personal reflection of Chef David Yoshimura's unique experience as a Michelin starred chef and second generation Japanese American, or Nisei. Nisei can accommodate most severe allergies with advance notice, however due to the nature of the tasting menu format, we can not meet all dietary restrictions or aversions. In order to maintain the spirit of our cuisine, the following items can not be removed: Salt, sugar, soy sauce, and egg cooked into items.All Experience prices below reflect a 20% Service Fee and 8.63% SF Sales Tax applied to the base price of each experience. This Service Fee goes towards paying our employees a livable wage as well as providing health insurance.

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JohnVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Wonderful food, great service in an elegant setting!
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SprucePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Presidio Heights
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4.7
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Gordon
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Love this restaurant and everything was great this visit.
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Historic John's GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Union Square
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4.7
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Thida
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Our second visit and the food did not disappoint. The service was excellent. The atmosphere is lively which made it a little difficult to have conversations across the table. We were at a high top and the bar stools need to have the straps tightened for better comfort of guests, especially those of us who may be vertically challenged. All in all a great spot for a special occasion meal.
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.7
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maryVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Feb 2025
Breakfast meeting so very uneventful. But it was perfect spot
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The Post RoomPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown / Union Square
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4
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MikeW
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 21 Oct 2023
I've been going to Izzy's for 30 years - always a good experience.
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Izzy's Steaks & Chops - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.3