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By Gina Goff, City Editor

From splashy new upscale spots to recently opened neighborhood finds, get the dish on San Francisco's dining scene.
On This Page: Just Opened, Recently Reviewed, Still Notable

Just Opened

Look here first for the latest news and user opinions of San Francisco's hottest restaurant openings. And, don't forget to check back in coming weeks for our critics' reviews on these recent debuts.

  1. Joey & Eddie's

    1652 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA
    Joseph Manzare and childhood buddy Eddie Maiello team up to open this old-school, New York-style Italian sauce house in North Beach.

  2. Uva Enoteca

    568 Haight St, San Francisco, CA
    Meat and cheese plates, antipasti, pizza and panini are just a few items on the menu to pair with the all-Italian wine list.

  3. Anchor & Hope

    83 Minna St, San Francisco, CA
    Chef Sarah Shafer (formerly of Frisson) joins forces with the team behind Salthouse and Town Hall to open this upscale, East Coast-style fish house in a rustic building on one of SoMa's legendary alleyways.

  4. L'Ardoise Bistro

    151 Noe St, San Francisco, CA
    A cozy French bistro in Noe Valley serving up daily specials of traditional French cuisine.

  5. Chez Papa Resto

    414 Jessie St, San Francisco, CA
    Swanky brother to the popular Chez Papa Bistrot offers a French family dinner with a little more ritz.

  6. Beretta

    1199 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA
    Pizzette, antipasti and inventive cocktails are upscale Italian comfort food made for sharing and indulging through the night.

  7. Poesia-Osteria Italiana

    4072 18th St, San Francisco, CA
    Quaint and romantic Castro eatery serves Southern Italian specialties at moderate prices.

  8. Luce

    888 Howard St, San Francisco, CA
    The new Intercontinental San Francisco hotel's restaurant blends flavors of Tuscany with local produce, meats and seafood in a modern, upscale dining room with city views.

  9. Le Club

    1250 Jones St, San Francisco, CA
    The legendary 1970s nightspot housed in a posh Nob Hill apartment building is revived as a reservations-only restaurant and lounge, complete with classic cocktails, an upscale supperclub menu and gaming parlors for billiards and backgammon.

  10. King Cha Cha Palace of Thai Cuisine

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    1268 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA
    Contemporary Thai restaurant/bar from the owners of the King of Thai empire; located in North Beach's former Citizen Thai & The Monkey space.

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Recently Reviewed

See what our editors and restaurant critics had to say about the scene, food and service at these newly opened eateries.

  1. Orson

    508 Fourth St, San Francisco, CA
    From the owner of Citizen Cake, an experience in food, drink, art, design and music to inspire the senses.

  2. Epic Roasthouse

    369 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA
    Old-school glitz, glamour and grandiosity abound at this dramatic destination chophouse on the water's edge.

  3. Waterbar

    399 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA
    High-end Embarcadero seafood spot provides fresher-than-fresh fare, a large-yet-cozy space, a wealth of wine options and killer Bay views.

  4. Kabuki Kitchen

    1865 Post St, San Francisco, CA
    Sundance Cinemas presents seasonal New American dining that's perfect for a pre- or post-movie stop and solid enough to be considered for dinner alone.

  5. Conduit

    280 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA
    Modern American fare, prepared in the Valencia corridor, swathed in industrial-chic.

  6. Yoshi's Jazz House & Restaurant

    1330 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA
    Modern Japanese delicacies flavor the city's premier jazz destination, which showcases both legends at their zenith and young turks on their way up.

  7. O Izakaya Lounge

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    1625 Post St, San Francisco, CA
    Located in the Hotel Kabuki, this Japanese-baseball-themed restaurant and lounge offers flavorful, festive Japanese small plates, beer and sake in welcoming, pub-like environs.

  8. Bin 38

    3232 Scott St, San Francisco, CA
    Sexy, popular wine bar and restaurant with lots of room for stylish mingling and relaxing.

  9. Local Kitchen & Wine Merchant

    330 First St, San Francisco, CA
    Neighborhood boite tucked amidst Rincon Hill's high-rises stays true to its name with a focus on fresh, seasonal, local fare.

  10. Lolo

    3234 22nd St, San Francisco, CA
    A new blend of Latin and Turkish bites are presented in beautiful patterns in a colorful setting at this Mission hideaway.

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Still Notable

Discover more recommended restaurants that are still generating buzz months--or even years--after hitting San Francisco's competitive dining scene.

  1. South food and wine bar

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    330 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA
    South of Market meets Southern Hemisphere at this wine bar and restaurant showcasing the fresh flavors from Down Under.

  2. SPQR

    1911 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA
    The food-and-wine talent behind A16 bring a no-reservations Roman-osteria concept and seasonal menu to Fillmore's dining strip.

  3. Spruce

    3640 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA
    A stylish, winning combination of high-end dining, bar scene, gourmet take-out and intimate sitting room livens up sleepy Presidio Heights.

  4. Laiola

    2031 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA
    Delicious nibbles and an extensive selection of Spanish wines make this Marina restaurant a sophisticated dining destination.

  5. Bossa Nova

    139 Eighth St, San Francisco, CA
    A festive Brazilian spirit fuels this hip restaurant and bar that's perfect for a date, after-work drinks or dinner with friends.

  6. Perbacco

    230 California St, San Francisco, CA
    Urban sophistication meets rustic tradition at this Northern Italian restaurant in the heart of the Financial District.

  7. NOPA

    560 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA
    Locally sourced, Cal-Med cuisine and late-night hours make this lively "North of Panhandle" eatery the it-spot for restaurant industry insiders.

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