North Beach

Review

Monroe is an Art Deco bar and club in North Beach that works for both corporate Happy Hours and late-night dance parties.

Ricky Rodriguez

July 31, 2023

Review

Georgian Cheese Boat is a casual Georgian restaurant in North Beach serving incredible khachapuri, khinkali, and more.

Lani Conway

July 20, 2023

Guide

Our 13 favorite places in the neighborhood.

Julia Chen

July 17, 2023

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For excellent burgers at 1am, go to Sam’s in North Beach.

Julia Chen

July 17, 2023

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Flour + Water Pizzeria has a shiny new space in North Beach, with the same excellent pies and destination-worthy mozzarella sticks.

Julia Chen

July 12, 2023

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Mama’s On Washington Square is a solid breakfast and lunch place in North Beach. It’s a bit touristy, but always hits the spot.

Julia Chen

June 30, 2023

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Osmanthus is a dim sum spot in North Beach with excellent Cantonese staples and some of the best garlic noodles in the city.

Julia Chen

May 1, 2023

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Cassava’s new North Beach location is home to a seasonal prix fixe dinner served in a swanky space.

Julia Chen

April 11, 2023

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Sotto Mare is an Italian seafood spot in North Beach serving gigantic bowls of cioppino.

Julia Chen

September 27, 2022

Review

Hit up Barrio in North Beach for a few beers and some tacos with a friend or impromptu date.

Will Kamensky

September 13, 2022

Review

Hilda and Jesse is a retro diner-inspired American brunch and dinner spot in North Beach serving decadent stacks of buttermilk pancakes.

Julia Chen

July 20, 2022

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Come to this North Beach spot for rich, creamy gelato.

Julia Chen

May 25, 2022

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For excellent fried chicken, head to this takeout-only spot in North Beach.

Julia Chen

January 14, 2022

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We come to this Spanish restaurant in North Beach when we want excellent tapas and low-proof cocktails in a fun, buzzy atmosphere.

Julia Chen

January 14, 2022

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Trattoria Contadina in North Beach serves fantastic pasta in a warm and welcoming setting.

Will Kamensky

January 14, 2022

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A solid North Beach brunch option, which, get this: actually takes reservations. Don’t sleep on Park Tavern.

Review

Gary Danko is a taste of a fancier, older San Francisco you’re probably not used to. Fortunately, it’s a very delicious taste.

Review

The Market Restaurant at China Live in Russian Hill serves an extensive menu of Chinese food in a large, loud dining room.

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Will Kamensky

Review

Comstock Saloon is an old-school spot in North Beach serving great food and cocktails. Get the brussels sprouts.

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Will Kamensky

Review

Firenze by Night is super old-school Italian in North Beach - in the very best way.

Review

Golden Boy in North Beach is an old-school San Francisco pizza shop specializing in cheesy square slices with focaccia crusts.

Lani Conway

September 1, 2021

Review

This old-school sports bar is the best place to grab a drink and shoot pool in North Beach.

Lani Conway

December 13, 2019

Review

Vesuvio Cafe is a piece of San Francisco history, but unlike most museums, this place makes great cocktails.

Will Kamensky

September 9, 2019

Review

Tony’s Coal-Fired Pizza And Slice House is a quick counter-service version of Tony’s Pizza in North Beach.

Will Kamensky

September 5, 2019

Review

The Showdown is a bar in North Beach with good food, a pool table, and an indoor stoop for hanging out on.

Will Kamensky

September 3, 2019