Dining in San Francisco
Those who travel to San Francisco are in for as many culinary treats as they can handle. The city is known for its fresh and organic foods, spectacular seafood, and authentic ethnic restaurants. A sampling of some of the restaurants in the city worth checking out is given below.
One of the premier dining spots in San Francisco is The Cliff House. This restaurant is known for its American-style seafood and steaks, and it provides breathtaking views of the ocean from its tables. It also offers brunch on Sundays and live jazz on Fridays. It is located on Point Lobos Avenue in a historic cliff side home.
Santorini is another famous restaurant in San Francisco. It is located on O’Farrell Street near Union Square in the heart of the city. At this restaurant, patrons can enjoy wonderful, freshly prepared Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Both innovative and traditional dishes are featured, such as pizzas, rice with saffron, and spanakopita. Patrons can also hear live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Breakfast is served Sunday through Saturday from 8:00am to 10:30am, lunch from 11:00am to 3:00pm, and dinner from 3:00pm to 10:30pm.
Supperclub offers tastes for the sophisticated palate on a global scale. A visit to this restaurant is one of the most unusual dining experiences that a visitor to San Francisco can have. Patrons are seated in beds, not in chairs, and are entertained with performance art in both visual and auditory forms. Diners can expect imaginative or exotic dishes such as roast quail or crab ravioli. There is also an associated nightclub and dance area at Supperclub. This dining spot is located on Harrison Street.
San Francisco is also known for its Asian restaurants. Its vibrant Chinese community has helped to provide an authentic taste for anyone wanting to experience truly Asian foods. The Jasmine Tea House on Mission Street is an example of great Mandarin Chinese cuisine, and provides several options for vegetarians and vegans.
