Best Authentic Restaurants in Pacifica

35 restaurants available nearby

1. Gintei

4.6

Exceptional(502)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • San Bruno

Booked 5 times today

GINTEI is an authentic Japanese sushi restaurant waiting to delight you with fresh fish from Japan's esteemed Tsukiji market, elegant ambiance, and attentive service.

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2. Puerto 27 Peruvian Kitchen & Pisco Bar

4.5

Awesome(763)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Pacifica

Booked 15 times today

Indulge in delicious Peruvian fare and cocktails next to a panoramic view of the ocean at Puerto 27. Located next to the Pacifica Beach Hotel, this restaurant serves thoughtfully prepared dishes in a vibrant setting. The menu includes Peruvian classics, such as the pollo a la brasa (Peruvian chicken), paella (mixed seafood and rice) and lomo saltado (marinated beef stir-fried with vegetables). Puerto 27 is also a great place to visit for some authentic anticuchos.Puerto 27 offers a fine selection of wine and craft beer to complement its meal, with Happy hour specials running between 3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. during the work week. The bar also serves a list of Piscos, Peru's national spirit made from grapes. We have private dining available at our Linda Mar room equipped with everything you need for your event and a view of the ocean.

3. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(429)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 70 times today

Welcome to Elena's -- a place where a family’s love for authentic Mexican food is celebrated and combined with California-inspired elements and signature Mexican-American dishes. We offer reservations for up to 8 guests via OpenTable. At the time of your reservation, we kindly request the entire party be present to be seated. Tables will be held for up to 10 minutes after the reservation time. For parties that arrive later, the table will be released but we will do our best to accommodate the reservation with the next available table. Reservation requests via phone or email are not available at this time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

4. La Ciccia

4.6

Exceptional(2710)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Noe Valley

Booked 14 times today

We are currently open for both Indoor and Outdoor dining. - San Francisco can get very chilly at night. Please do not forget your jacket.La Ciccia is a cozy and intimate restaurant located on the edge of Noe Valley. The chef is committed to use the freshest and the most authentic ingredients from Sardinia resulting in pungent, lively, flavorful food. The all Italian wine list, 150 labels selection represent every Region with more than a quarter devote to Sardinia in order to pair the traditional earthy flavors as well seafood influence of Sardinia cuisine. La Ciccia is a tribute to Sardinia an experience not to be missed.

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5. Pausa Bar & Cookery

4.7

Exceptional(1837)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Mateo

Booked 52 times today

Pausa, a bar and cookery in San Mateo, calls for guests to take a recess from life and enjoy a dining experience that transports them to a place of leisure. With a strong focus on modern Italian, our menu will consist of house-made pasta, wood-fired pizza, wood-fired grill, and house-cured meats. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will ensure your pause is a memorable one.We are now taking reservations for our patio tables, bar, and indoor tables. As we practice social distancing with our new limited floor plan, we ask that you and your guests limit your dining to 2 hours to accommodate all reservations.When checking table availability, if outdoor seating is not an option to select, then your reservation will be for an indoor table as the outdoor may be booked. Thank you for understanding.

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6. Mezza Luna Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3435)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Half Moon Bay

Booked 30 times today

Located in the historic Princeton Inn building at Half Moon Bay Harbor, Mezza Luna offers an authentic Italian dining experience just minutes from Maverick's Beach. Celebrating over 30 years in business, we've been awarded Best Italian and Overall Restaurant by locals. Our specialties include homemade pastas, pizzas, and artisanal gelato, all crafted from authentic Italian family recipes. We use only the freshest local produce, seafood, and top-quality meats. Signature dishes include Insalata Mezza Luna, an organic green salad with fresh marinated seafood, and Ravioli Mezza Luna, homemade ravioli stuffed with mixed seafood. Enjoy our full bar by the cozy fireplace for a romantic evening, or book a window seat with harbor views. We also offer private venues for weddings, business gatherings, and special events. Located 20 miles south of San Francisco, Mezza Luna is a short drive from the Peninsula. Join us and discover why we're a beloved dining destination.

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7. Chouchou French Bistro Burlingame

4.6

Exceptional(204)

Price: Moderate

• French • Burlingame

Booked 9 times today

Embark on a Parisian culinary journey at our cherished 20-year-old French Bistro, nestled in the heart of Burlingame at 401 Primrose Rd, CA. Experience an intimate ambiance and relish signature dishes like Cassoulet, Duck, Escargot, Bone Marrow, French Onion Soup, and Beef Bourguignon and more! Our extensive wine selection perfectly complements this authentic French cuisine. Join us to create lasting memories and savor the essence of France on your plate. Bon appétit!

8. Mykonos Meze

4.8

Exceptional(992)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Burlingame

Booked 38 times today

Meze is a traditional culture. From small gatherings for lunch or dinner having different mezes small sample like plates on the table to enjoy with a glass of wine or a cocktail.Mykonos Meze is established in 2020 and set within one of the beautiful and trendy restaurants of downtown Burlingame , in Lorton Ave. The restaurant offers a beautiful and friendly ambience for all occasions. The outdoor patio is perfect for long, relaxed lunches or dinners with friends surrounded by beautiful bougainvillea flowers over our white and blue walls which gives you a feel of sitting in a greek island.

9. Izakaya Ginji

4.7

Exceptional(235)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • San Mateo

Booked 2 times today

Izakaya Ginji, located in downtown San Mateo, is a Japanese gastropub specializing in Yakitori and tapas style dishes. Izakaya Ginji also has a vast selection of rare Sake and unique Beers. For Japanese spirits, the restaurant also offers a variety of Shochu.We have 10minutes grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time.Due to limited seating, dining is limited to 2hours until further notice.Please be sure to include your children or your service animal as a head count for accurate reservation!Also, we are now taking reservations for our INDOOR TABLE ONLY. ***We will NOT accommodate any requests for outdoor patio seating. Reservations are strictly for INDOOR ONLY*** We will be NOT allowing any outside food and drinks. We look forward to providing you with an authentic Japanese dining experience .

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10. Il Fornaio - Burlingame

4.4

Awesome(4433)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Burlingame

Booked 44 times today

Il Fornaio is renowned for its authentic award winning Italian cuisine. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; housemade pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and housemade soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Annual winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

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Sylvia
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Definitely recommend it here. Celebrated my daughter's 16th birthday with a table of 9. The food and service was great. For sure, coming back.
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Puerto 27 Peruvian Kitchen & Pisco BarPrice: Moderate• Peruvian• Pacifica
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4.5
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Arjunvip
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful restaurant, great food. Highly recommend the Quesabirria tacos and Calamari!
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Elena'sPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Forest Hill / West Portal
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4.7
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Margarita
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Dinner was very good. The music is played at a very high volume that conversation was difficult. We asked the hostess to have the music lower a bit and her response was; let me ask the manager. Volume was not lowered; we then asked our waiter and he immediately made the miracle of listening g to the request. Definitely too high of music volume.
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Pausa Bar & CookeryPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Mateo
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4.7
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Zylen
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I got the omakase and it was amazing, will be coming back with new people to share in the experience!
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GinteiPrice: Moderate• Sushi• San Bruno
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4.6
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Ian
Denver / Colorado •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
This was the best Italian food I have had in San Francisco by a wide margin. The service and wine selection is also fantastic.
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La CicciaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Noe Valley
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4.6

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35 restaurants available nearby

1. Gintei

2. Puerto 27 Peruvian Kitchen & Pisco Bar

3. Elena's

4. La Ciccia

5. Pausa Bar & Cookery

6. Mezza Luna Restaurant

7. Chouchou French Bistro Burlingame

8. Mykonos Meze

9. Izakaya Ginji

10. Il Fornaio - Burlingame

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