Best Family Style Restaurants in Russian Hill

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

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East BayMarinSan Francisco

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AlamedaAlbanyBerkeleyChinatownCow HollowDowntown / Union Square

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

78 restaurants available nearby

1. Amarena

4.7

Exceptional(1260)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Amarena, our beloved classic neighborhood Italian restaurant.Proudly serving the Russian Hill Neighborhood for over 20 years, dishing out delicious Italian classics while providing loving service. We hope to see you soon!

2. Abrazo

4.9

Exceptional(522)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Russian Hill

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Abrazo! We are a neighborhood restaurant nestled in the historic and beautiful Russian Hill neighborhood. Chef/Owner Michael Pawliks menu features contemporary Spanish-Californian inspired cuisine, sourcing only the freshest and most traditional ingredients. Abrazo features a lofty 18ft ceiling, a cozy bar, and a private dining room that seats 16. The wine list features the best of Spain's legendary wine regions alongside Napa Valley classics. We hope to see you soon!

3. China Live

4.6

Exceptional(3282)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 83 times today

China Live, Eater's "Restaurant of the Year," features fresh, seasonal Chinese cuisine cooked from specialized stations that merge traditional Chinese and Western culinary equipment. Our main dining area, with views of our exhibition kitchens, plays centerpiece, appointed with chairs and tables all handcrafted in China from reclaimed Chinese elm. We also offer outside dining.

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4. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

4.8

Exceptional(71)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 23 times today

Welcome to Little Original Joe's -- an Italian-American neighborhood eatery featuring pizza, pasta, and parmigiana in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood! Limited reservations are available for up to 6 guests -- we look forward to seeing you soon!

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5. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1946)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 66 times today

Che Fico, is a California Italian restaurant from Chefs David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer in San Francisco's NOPA neighborhood. The food focuses on Italian cuisine through the lens of California. It’s our vision of Northern California as if it is a region in Italy, our connection to the region, and our love for Italian culinary practices. The rustic, market-driven menu features handmade pasta, pizzas, antipasti, housemade salumi, meat, and fish plus dishes from the Jewish-Roman heritage known as “Cucina Ebraica.” The beverage program focuses heavily on both Italian and Californian wines with a cocktail program that utilizes a variety of spirits, amaros, and seasonal ingredients. Che Fico is a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food, and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance.

6. Dalida

4.6

Exceptional(970)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 62 times today

Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

A photo of Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco restaurant

7. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.0

Excellent(2023)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Nob Hill

Booked 22 times today

A visit to San Francisco is not complete without experiencing Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar. The Tonga Room offers exceptional Polynesian Cuisine in a tropical setting that includes thunder and rainstorms. It is the perfect escape after a busy day of meetings or shopping along Union Square. Be sure to try the Mai Tai, voted the City's best by Conde Nast Traveler.This booking is for dinner service not for drinks and/or appetizers only. The Island Groove performs a live set starting at 7:00 pm. A $15 per person cover charge applies to all guests seated in the restaurant or bar during the entertainment, regardless of the time they arrive.No-show reservations/cancellations for any reason outside of 48-hours will be charged $50 per guest on the evening of the reservation. Each reservation guarantees a table in our dining room for a 2-hour experience.For Parties over 10, contact TongaRoom@Fairmont.com to discuss reservations.

8. Octavia

4.7

Exceptional(2650)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights

Booked 14 times today

Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.

9. The Progress

4.8

Exceptional(2509)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Western Addition

Booked 54 times today

The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.

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10. The Empress by Boon

4.3

Awesome(1408)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 13 times today

Empress by Boon is San Francisco’s newest, must-visit epicurean destination, offering a seasonal menu in modern Cantonese gastronomy. Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon applies traditional techniques to fresh, local ingredients to produce distinctive contemporary dishes infused with Cantonese flavors. The spacious restaurant occupies the former location of Chinatown’s celebrated Empress of China with striking city views. Reimagined by Chef Boon and team, the Empress was brought back to its former glory by embracing modern design elements while incorporating restored original features, creating a welcoming atmosphere that pays homage to the history of the beloved location.

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Davina
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food. The duck was delicious as was the fire cracker chicken.
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China LivePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.6
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Yuji
California Central Coast •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious and excellent service. Like others say, feels like we were eating at a corner restaurant in Italy. Will definitely come back.
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AmarenaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Russian Hill
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4.7
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PeggyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
One of our party has numerous allergies. Our server went out of her way to help her find healthy choices for the guest, including checking with the kitchen to confirm that two pastas were suitable. A wonderful experience, delicious dishes!
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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Mathias
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 Feb 2025
Overall wonderful experience Great food, wine, service, ambience Just like Spain
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AbrazoPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Russian Hill
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4.9
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Samantha
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 Feb 2025
Exceptional service, we adored our waitors! Food is divine - started with the zucchini fries and olive appetizer, shared the Prosciutto Parm and Rigatoni. Accompanied by their seasonal martini, I couldn’t have been more content.
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Little Original Joe's -- MarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.8