Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in North Beach

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchJapaneseSpanish

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East BayPeninsulaSan Francisco

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BerkeleyDowntown / Union SquareFinancial District / EmbarcaderoMarina / Cow Hollow / PresidioMission DistrictNoe Valley

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

20 restaurants available nearby

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1. Saison Cellar & Wine Bar

4.5

Awesome(37)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • SOMA

Booked 8 times today

Saison Wine Bar invites wine lovers or anyone thirsty to enjoy a very personal list curated by Mark Bright and our team of Sommeliers, complemented by French wine bar fare. The vast wine collection - available by the glass, flight, or bottle - leans heavily into France while highlighting extraordinary global producers and our neighbors in Northern California. We showcase benchmark as well as niche labels, with deep verticals and highly allocated bottles. Our menu is designed for groups large and small to snack and savor, from traditional Croque Monsieurs or Pâté en Croûte, to our Signature Caviar Service and robust Charcuterie and Cheese program featuring imports and local artisans. The richly textured, classic "Saison blue" space offers banquettes, booths, and bar seating. We host winemaker events regularly. We are proudly part of Saison Hospitality - only a few minute walk from two Michelin-starred Saison! Our team is always here to taste, chat, or simply cheers. You're next!

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2. Canela Bistro & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1582)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • The Castro

Booked 13 times today

Take a trip to Spain without your passport! Established in 2011, Canela's Spanish and California cuisine has been drawing in locals and visitors alike. Crafted with a mix of ingredients and wines imported from Spain as well as California's bounty, Canela's mix of tapas and paella is made to please. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors with you in mind. Honored to be awarded a Certified Restaurant from Spain by the Spanish Trade Commission, we offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.

3. Sisterita

4.6

Exceptional(121)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 34 times today

We take pride in sourcing our ingredients from local farms and markets to ensure the freshest, most flavorful dishes possible. Our menu features seasonal produce and house-made bread, and we're particularly excited to offer our signature Voilà French Toast Brioche, which is quickly becoming a local favorite. For something a little more unique, try our Alcatraz Escape shrimp omelet, and of course, no brunch is complete without a warm bowl of our classic French Onion soup. Whether you're looking for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick bite during the workweek, we invite you to join us in our cozy, inviting space and experience the warm hospitality of Sisterita.

4. Taksim

4.8

Exceptional(411)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Turkish • SOMA

Booked 10 times today

Taksim is inspired by a modern approach to authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Our team has a profound love for Mediterranean gastronomy, a dedication to refinement, and a commitment to using the best ingredients.Taksim focuses on contemporary and often playful versions of classic ideas. Our seasonal menu reflects a fresh gastronomic outlook rooted in memories, where each dish is conceived with a specific culinary philosophy.

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5. Eclipse Kitchen and Bar

3.7

Very Good(279)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 1 time today

Indulge in classic San Francisco cuisine or celebrate the day’s end with one of our signature cocktails or sample a hand-selected flight of California wines at Eclipse Kitchen & Bar. Take in the grandeur of our lobby's architecture as you start your day with breakfast or wind down at the bar with a mouthwatering appetizer. Eclipse’s lively ambience is ideal for business meetings or personal celebrations. Full bar seating includes plush couches, modern pub tables and tufted benches for private conversations.

6. Frances

4.9

Exceptional(3671)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • The Castro

Booked 19 times today

At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.

7. Omakase

4.9

Exceptional(386)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 2 times today

Omakase offers a curated, fixed-price tasting menu designed to engage all your senses. This culinary journey introduces the diverse flavors of Japanese cuisine, featuring fish flown directly from Japan. Specializing in Edomae-style sushi—a traditional preparation with modern touches—Omakase creates a fun, relaxed dining atmosphere. Thank you for entrusting your experience to our chefs and choosing Omakase. We look forward to serving you.

8. Mochica

4.6

Exceptional(1387)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Potrero Hill / Dogpatch

Booked 12 times today

----------*Our beautiful city of San Francisco gets chilly at night, Do not forget your jacket.*Due to Limited tables, every table has a time limit of 90 minutes.*Punctually is important, we will patiently wait 10 minutes past reservation time, then table will be given away. ------San Francisco’s critically acclaimed Mochica is the home of Peruvian Fusion. Long considered one of San Francisco's best kept secrets, Chef Carlos Altamirano prominently features the unmistakable touch of Peru, with the distinct flavors of regional spices in every dish; yet with unexpected and delightful twists.

9. L'Ardoise

4.8

Exceptional(3395)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • The Castro

Booked 13 times today

French Bistro serving traditional and authentic fare in a cozy atmosphere.

10. Sushi Hakko

4.7

Exceptional(283)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 3 times today

**Welcome to Sushi Hakko on Union St. + Fillmore St.**We'd like to offer our tasting menu that's reflecting Chef Alex Kim and his team's pursuit of top notch sushi experience. Our approach is a harmonious crossover of authentic Edo-mae style with Western skill. From fish to rice, cooking rice to garnish prep - a true synergy of not only Californian but Japan.**Sushi Bar Experience**For the best experience of our tasting menu, we'd recommend the sushi bar seating, where chef will serve and explain the dish by dish, piece by piece with an extensive information of the skills and ingredients. **Regular Tables**Our regular tables are also available for the tasting menu and you can make a reservation at any time slot to your convenience.*Large Group*For any party of 7 or more, please kindly call us at 415.814.2886 or email at sushihakko@gmail.com. We will get back to you asap. All parties will be subject to a 20% service charge. We look forward to serving you soon.

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AngusVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had a wonderful birthday celebration at the restaurant tonight!! Staff and food was amazing. Thank you so much for a wonderful birthday celebration!! 🥳🎂🥂🍾
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Canela Bistro & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Spanish• The Castro
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a party of 10 to celebrate my husband’s dinner. Lovely service, delicious food family-style that they coursed out with accompanying changes of clean plates. Great communication about the pacing. I also ordered a cake to be delivered to the restaurant. They were readily accommodating and let me know as soon as I arrived that my cake had been delivered earlier in the afternoon as planned. We sat in a space upstairs where you can see the rest of the restaurant but had some noise separation.
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TaksimPrice: Expensive• Turkish• SOMA
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4.8
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Dorothea
San Francisco Bay Area •36 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A warm cozy place to meet friends for Happy Hour. We enjoyed delicious fresh oysters, fries, and a nice Chardonnay. Our waiter Anthony was fantastic.
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Saison Cellar & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• SOMA
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4.5
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Mary
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Cute little place. Good food. We sat in a tight row with four sets of parties of two. It was cold because the door wouldn’t stay shut.
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SisteritaPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.6
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Glen
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Feb 2024
Happy with the food and the service; the location in the Hyatt Lobby was very nice.
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Eclipse Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• American• Financial District / Embarcadero
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3.7

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