Best Family Style Restaurants in Fisherman's Wharf

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

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East BayMarinSan Francisco

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AlamedaAlbanyBerkeleyChinatownCow HollowDowntown / Union Square

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78 restaurants available nearby

1. Abacá

4.7

Exceptional(108)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Filipino • North Beach

Booked 40 times today

Abacá is an airy, atelier-style restaurant with a cool outdoor terrace, whipping up Filipino-Californian cuisine with flair in Fisherman's Wharf. It's the bricks-and-mortar spin off of chef Francis Ang's pop-up Pinoy Heritage. The lively menu is split up into barbecue sticks, noodles and rice, and small to big plates, but its far more nuanced than just that. Flavourful dishes pull from family recipes and are glazed with modern and heritage technique to result in a vibrancy that's hard to come by. It's grounded by local produce. Smoked Bay scallops lead in the seafood pancit, heirloom tomatoes top homemade tinapay bread, chicken skin is glazed in an adobe before hitting the grill and guinea fowl comes slathered with peanut sauce. A truncated list of creative Southeast Asian libations bring it full circle – if you're on the terrace, cool off with the Baguio breeze slushy – a dreamy mix of pandan-infused vodka, coconut and strawberry.

2. Surisan

4.4

Awesome(173)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • North Beach

Booked 9 times today

Located in the center of San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf district, our heart is a savory Asian-inspired American comfort breakfast and brunch, with our soul being innovative Korean dinners. We combine young creative chefs, top-quality, locally-sourced organic ingredients and relaxed indoor and outdoor dining spaces to create a haven for people who love great food, drink and service. Led in the kitchen by Executive Chef Nick Yoon and in the front of the house by James Choi, together, we aim to provide uncompromised experiences for the diner.

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.

A photo of Little Original Joe's -- Marina restaurant

4. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

4.8

Exceptional(71)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 20 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!

5. 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 Che Fico San Francisco restaurant

6. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1946)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 71 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.

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 15 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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9. Park Tavern on Washington Square

3.9

Excellent(79)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Beach

Booked 32 times today

Park Tavern on Washington Square has long been a vibrant staple and foundation of the North Beach community. Now, under the helm of renowned American chef-partner Jonathan Waxman and fifth-generation San Franciscan James Nicholas, Park Tavern on Washington Square celebrates San Francisco’s vibrant dining scene with a fresh new era. The restaurant has several private dining options available for groups and parties. As a Bay Area native and one of the pioneers of “California cuisine” Chef Waxman leans into his roots, celebrating the region’s local ingredients showcased in simple, seasonal dishes. Guests can enjoy a menu including Yellowfin Tuna Crudo with avocado, blood oranges, and fresno chili salsa, Cavatelli with dungeness crab, lemon, and parmesan, and Kurobuta Pork Chop Milanese with new potatoes and pepperonata. A few of Waxman’s trademark dishes make an appearance including the JW Kale Salad with anchovy dressing and breadcrumbs, and the famed JW Chicken with salsa verde.

10. The Progress

4.8

Exceptional(2509)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Western Addition

Booked 53 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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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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Mason
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Love Valentine’s Day experience, offered a free Polaroid photo, great service. Delicious tasting menu. Would definitely recommend to any couple looking to celebrate something special.
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AbacáPrice: Expensive• Filipino• North Beach
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4.7
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George Ann
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Laura and Sayat have done something really special here. The attention to detail is evident in every dish, beverage, service and decor. There really is no other restaurant In SF I can compare it to. Bravo!
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DalidaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Presidio
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4.6
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KimVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •54 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 Feb 2025
We ordered the kimchi fried rice, but it wasn’t spicy at all, which was a bit disappointing. That said, we still enjoyed it more than the French toast. The lychee soju cocktail was a standout—refreshing and well-balanced. Overall, a decent spot for brunch, though we’d love to see more spice in the dishes.
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SurisanPrice: Moderate• Korean• North Beach
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4.4
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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