Top 10 New Restaurants of 2007
Updated: November 13, 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
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The Alembic
Read Reviews1725 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.
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SPQR
Read Reviews1911 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.
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Bossa Nova
Read Reviews139 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.
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Laiola
Read Reviews2031 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.
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Fish and Farm
Read Reviews339 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.
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South Food & Wine Bar
Read Reviews330 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.
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Namu
Read Reviews439 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.
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Piqueo's
Read Reviews830 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.
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Spruce
Read Reviews3640 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.
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Gialina
Read Reviews2842 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.
