Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Bernal Heights

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East BayMarinPeninsulaSan Francisco

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AlamedaChinatownCivic Center / Hayes Valley / Van NessDaly CityDowntown / Union SquareFinancial District / Embarcadero

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Award-winning

MICHELINWorld's 50 Best

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

38 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Kokkari Estiatorio restaurant

1. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.8

Exceptional(9201)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 107 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

2. Saison

4.9

Exceptional(31)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • SOMA

Booked 5 times today

Saison is a two Michelin-starred, open wood fire restaurant under the leadership of Executive Chef Richard Lee, emphasizing the bounty of California’s evolving terroir and its incredible farmers, ranchers, and fishermen and women. Saison is driven by Lee’s dedication to purity and innovation, paired with a Grand Award-winning wine list in a dynamic space where guest and team celebrate an intimate, culture-shifting experience. Chef Lee builds upon Saison’s formidable foundation as the original fine dining establishment in the U.S. to use open hearth cooking, crafting nuanced flavors with intention that are inspired by the culinary diversity of Northern California.Saison has one of the country’s largest and most remarkable selections of Old and New World wine, with a special emphasis on Burgundy, originally established by Saison Hospitality co-founder and Saison Winery winemaker Mark Bright and now curated by Beverage Director and Assistant General Manager Molly Greene.

3. BIX

4.7

Exceptional(5027)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 30 times today

An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware. Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture. The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment. All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.

4. Miller & Lux

4.7

Exceptional(1212)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mission Bay / South Beach

Booked 43 times today

Tyler Florence’s new modern American Steakhouse Miller & Lux at the Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors, delivers a refined and comfortable restaurant experience through a sophisticated lens. The highest-quality steaks with impeccable flavor from the best ranches in America; a robust raw bar; fresh sustainable seafood; and farm direct vegetables – all perfectly complemented by a globally curated wine list – combine to inspire the next chapter in Tyler Florence’s mark on innovative American cuisine. Miller & Lux is the new frontier, showcasing Tyler’s spin on unique steakhouse fare and his passion for classic American luxury.

5. Spruce

4.7

Exceptional(5458)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Presidio Heights

Booked 44 times today

Open for lunch (two courses/$65), brunch (three courses/$98), and dinner (three courses/$125), Spruce offers seasonal prix-fixe menus crafted by Chef Mark Sullivan. Each menu offers a wide range of options, as well as luxurious additions (examples: caviar, truffles) for supplemental prices. Our cuisines is complemented by an extensive wine list which holds "Wine Spectator" magazine's highest honor, a Grand Award. The bar/lounge is available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. We look forward to welcoming you to Spruce soon!

6. Nisei

4.9

Exceptional(86)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Russian Hill

Booked 4 times today

Nisei presents a contemporary approach to Japanese American cuisine by combining deep Japanese flavors, refined cooking technique, and Northern California's finest ingredients. The restaurant is a personal reflection of Chef David Yoshimura's unique experience as a Michelin starred chef and second generation Japanese American, or Nisei. Nisei can accommodate most severe allergies with advance notice, however due to the nature of the tasting menu format, we can not meet all dietary restrictions or aversions. In order to maintain the spirit of our cuisine, the following items can not be removed: Salt, sugar, soy sauce, and egg cooked into items.All Experience prices below reflect a 20% Service Fee and 8.63% SF Sales Tax applied to the base price of each experience. This Service Fee goes towards paying our employees a livable wage as well as providing health insurance.

A photo of Absinthe Brasserie and Bar - SF restaurant

7. Absinthe Brasserie and Bar - SF

4.8

Exceptional(7383)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 19 times today

We are currently accepting reservations for lunch, brunch, and dinner.Effective 09/26/2022:Outdoor seating will not be available.

8. Boulevard

4.8

Exceptional(9142)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 36 times today

Chefs Nancy Oakes, Chef Dana Younkin and our entire team, look forward to welcoming you to a refreshed and reimagined Boulevard! The dining room features a 3 course prix fixe menu with a multitude of choices. For the more spontaneous sorts; our bar, lounge and chef's counter is available on a walk-in basis and limited reservations. An a la carte menu is offered in these areas. For private events and larger groups, please check our our website.

9. Gary Danko

4.8

Exceptional(1694)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 18 times today

Twenty-five years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.In a warm, enveloping space overhung with fresh flowers and vibrant artworks, an evening at Gary Danko is both intimate and theatrical—a loving nod to an old-world dining experience with its heart thoroughly planted in the new: fresh, locally grown and raised foods drawn from the region’s vast seasonal offerings, prepared with precision and flair.

10. 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.

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LauraVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Lovely Valentine’s Day experience. The tasting menu with wine pairing was perfect. It was just the right amount of food/wine and the service was top notch. One of our favorite date spots that never disappoints!
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SprucePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Presidio Heights
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4.7
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JohnVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •19 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
It’s been better. The food and service this time was not at the usual standard. The menu had become a bit dull and the desserts need an overhaul.
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BIXPrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.7
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CathyVIP
Atlanta •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Top notch service, good was incredible and presentation was fabulous.
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Miller & LuxPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Mission Bay / South Beach
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4.7
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Kathy
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
What a great way to sample the Saison experience. The wait staff gave just the right amount of attention. Made us all feel welcomed and cared for during the dining experience. I went in for the food, which was excellent as I expected, but was most impressed with the service.
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SaisonPrice: Very Expensive• American• SOMA
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4.9
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GailVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •56 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This is one of our very favorite restaurants in San Francisco. Food and service are impeccable. It is particularly lovely to sit in the main room with the fireplace where they are often roasting meat. It is a special place. Don’t tell too many people!!
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Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8

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