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Each of the restaurants that offer the best fine dining in San Francisco offers a unique charm and experience. With the sheer number on offer, it can be challenging to pick one that can suit expensive tastes and expectations. Here are the top restaurants that you can try in the city without facing disappointment: Roka […]

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Style / Ambiance: Set in the magnificent St. Regis San Francisco hotel, the distinctive ‘L’ shaped diner with the signature red tables has been wowing critics for several years. The possessor of a Michelin star, Ame offers a wonderfully mixed cuisine, full of new American, Italian, French and Japanese delights and includes highlights such as... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: You might be wondering what attracted stars such as Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Quentin Tarantino to this obscure little Vietnamese eatery in the Mission District. It’s really quite simple; honest, quality food and impeccable service. Since relocating to its new home in the restored Ferry Building, across the Embarcadero on San... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: The lively and entertaining One Market Restaurant has been providing San Franciscans with high-quality cuisine since it first opened in 1993. In recent years, the appointment of head chef Mark Dommen has led to the restaurant receiving a Michelin star for the fourth consecutive year. Dommen has created a menu that takes... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: Masa’s has become something of an institution in San Francisco. Opened some 25 years ago, the restaurant’s extraordinary cuisine, impeccable service and elegant atmosphere have remained a hit with critics, despite the passing of legendary founder Masataki Kobayashi. Chef Gregory Short now calls the shots and has created a menu that consists... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: Frances only opened for business in 2009, but already the restaurant has received rave reviews and been awarded a coveted Michelin star. Head chef Melissa Perello, one of the most well-respected chefs in San Francisco, has created a restaurant that focuses on combining high-class dining in a more accessible and casual setting.... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: Quince may well have the honor of being the smallest restaurant in San Francisco; with just 15 tables the restaurant has become one of the hottest tickets in town. Chef Michael Tusk, winner of the prestigious 2011 James Beard ‘Best Chef-Pacific’ has created a menu that blends the delicacies of Italian cuisine... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: With food as delightful as the setting, Acquerello is fully deserving of its Michelin star. Recently renovated, the restaurant sits in a former chapel and brings a little of the magic of the Mediterranean to San Francisco; a rustic wood-beamed vaulted ceiling and warm colors of gold and terracotta offer diners a... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: The Michelin one-star Michael Mina is a restaurant with an awards list longer than its wine list, and that’s saying something; Rajat Parr, the sommelier, is well respected around the world, and has written several books on the subject. Gayot Restaurateur of the Year 2011 and Food Arts Silver Spoon Award winner... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: Everything about Coi is peaceful; from the simple, minimalist interior design to its name (old French for ‘tranquil’), the restaurant exudes a calm and welcoming vibe. Possessor of two Michelin stars, Coi has consistently drawn praise from critics for head chef Daniel Patterson’s attention to detail. Patterson’s menu takes you on a... View Article

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