Top 10 New Restaurants of 2007

by sfgirl06 - 1 Review - 261 Lists

Updated: November 23, 2007

What were San Francisco's top new dining spots this year? From splashy, highly anticipated openings to under-the-radar culinary gems, these 10 new restaurants made an impact on our critics and readers alike in the last 12 months. (Compiled 11/13/07)

The Top 10

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Spruce
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    3640 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94118 (map)

    San Francisco's most highly anticipated opening in years, this Presidio Heights newcomer's winning combination of high-end dining, bar scene, gourmet take-out and intimate sitting room didn't disappoint.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average SPQR
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    1911 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115 (map)

    A fresh concept and even fresher ingredients keep the buzz going at this Roman-osteria-style eatery from the talent behind A16.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Laiola
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    2031 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123 (map)

    Well-executed Mediterranean nibbles and an extensive selection of Spanish wines and varietals earned raves from the start at this Marina destination.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended The Alembic
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    1725 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117 (map)

    The gastropub concept perfected: small plates made with local, gourmet ingredients, classic cocktails as an art form and a stellar selection of artisanal brews.

  5. 5 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Bossa Nova
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    139 Eighth St, San Francisco, CA 94103 (map)

    A festive Brazilian spirit fuels this hype-worthy restaurant and bar with a charmingly patriotic decor to match its solid culinary and cocktail offerings.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Namu
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    439 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118 (map)

    A star in the Asian-fusion genre, this Inner Richmond restaurant melds creative Japanese and Korean small plates with a hip, modern atmosphere.

  7. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended South food + wine bar
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    330 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107 (map)

    Acclaimed Aussie chef Luke Mangan made a worthy splash on the SF dining scene with his signature Asian-inflected cuisine and Down Under hospitality.

  8. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Fish & Farm
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    339 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94102 (map)

    A standout within the city's emerging eco-conscious dining scene, this Tenderloin restaurant sources produce and meats within 100 miles of San Francisco.

  9. 9 3 Star Rating: Average Piqueo's
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    830 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110 (map)

    Tasty (and tasteful) small plates shine at this artsy Bernal Heights restaurant showcasing some of the city's best Peruvian cuisine.

  10. 10 4 Star Rating: Recommended Gialina
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    2842 Diamond St, San Francisco, CA 94131 (map)

    This neighborhood trattoria and pizzeria with an authentic, homey ambience and innovative pies has made a dining destination of sleepy Glen Park.