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Restaurants Cost in San Francisco, CA — 2026 Price Guide
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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in San Francisco, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Lazy Bear with a 4.7-star rating from 1,176 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 95/100. Also in the top tier: Trestle Restaurant and The Progress. The average rating across all listed restaurants in San Francisco is 4.5 stars from 2,233 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in San Francisco range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Waterbar Restaurant
Waterbar Restaurant stands out for its stunning waterfront views and consistently high rankings among San Francisco's top dining destinations.
Most Reviewed
Zazie
A high review count indicates broad popularity and reliability, making Zazie a trusted choice for many diners.
When choosing a restaurant in San Francisco, consider making reservations well in advance for top-ranked spots like Waterbar and Lazy Bear, as they fill up quickly. For a more casual and affordable option, Zazie offers a beloved brunch experience with a lively neighborhood vibe.
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4.5★
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2,233
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Jul 4, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
A top-rated San Francisco restaurant with a 4.7-star average from over 1,100 reviews.
3416 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USAConsistently rated 4.6 stars from over 1,300 Google reviews.
531 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USAA top-rated San Francisco restaurant with a 4.6★ average from over 1,200 reviews.
1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USARestaurants Rankings in San Francisco, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Lazy Bear3416 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA | 4.7★ | 1,176 |
| #2 | Trestle Restaurant531 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA | 4.6★ | 1,312 |
| #3 | The Progress1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA | 4.6★ | 1,291 |
| #4 | Zazie941 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA | 4.5★ | 3,511 |
| #5 | Rich Table199 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA | 4.7★ | 1,561 |
| #6 | The Cavalier360 Jessie St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA | 4.4★ | 1,054 |
| #7 | Bottega1132 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA | 4.3★ | 1,101 |
| #8 | Delancey Street Restaurant600 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA | 4.5★ | 1,601 |
| #9 | L'Ardoise Bistro151 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA | 4.7★ | 788 |
| #10 | Kokkari Estiatorio200 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA | 4.7★ | 3,481 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
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A popular San Francisco restaurant with a 4.5-star rating from over 3,500 reviews.
941 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA
Praised by 1,500+ reviewers, this restaurant boasts a stellar 4.7-star rating.
199 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from over 1,000 Google reviews for consistent quality.
360 Jessie St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
Consistently solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,100 Google reviews.
1132 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
Popular San Francisco restaurant with a 4.5-star rating from over 1,600 Google reviews.
600 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
A local favorite with 4.7 stars from nearly 800 glowing reviews.
151 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA
A top-rated San Francisco restaurant with 4.7 stars from over 3,400 reviews.
200 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from over 2,500 Google reviews.
1658 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
4.4 stars from over 1,800 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality.
398 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
4.5 stars from nearly 5,000 reviews show consistently reliable quality.
PIER 1 1/2 The Embarcadero N, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
A popular San Francisco restaurant with 4.5 stars from over 2,500 reviews.
1199 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
4.5 stars from over 6,200 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality.
652 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
A highly rated San Francisco restaurant with 4.5 stars from nearly 3,000 reviews.
201 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
A popular San Francisco restaurant with a 4.5-star rating from over 700 reviews.
101 Montgomery St Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94129, USA
4.4 stars from over 1,300 Google reviews.
65 29th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
A popular San Francisco restaurant with a 4.6-star rating from over 300 reviews.
2801 California St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA
A solid 4.4-star rating from over 4,400 Google reviews.
399 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
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Restaurants in San Francisco, CA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lazy Bear | 95/100 | 4.7 ★ | 1,176 |
| 2 | Trestle Restaurant | 93/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,312 |
| 3 | The Progress | 93/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,291 |
| 4 | Zazie | 92/100 | 4.5 ★ | 3,511 |
| 5 | Rich Table | 87/100 | 4.7 ★ | 1,561 |
| 6 | The Cavalier | 81/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,054 |
| 7 | Bottega | 88/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,101 |
| 8 | Delancey Street Restaurant | 92/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,601 |
| 9 | L'Ardoise Bistro | 87/100 | 4.7 ★ | 788 |
| 10 | Kokkari Estiatorio | 87/100 | 4.7 ★ | 3,481 |
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