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Where To Have Dinner For Around $30 In San Francisco
The best dinners that $30 will buy you around SF.
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Where To Eat In Russian Hill
From Japanese tasting menus to casual wine bars—and everything in between—these are the best places to eat in Russian Hill.
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Blue Barn
Blue Barn is a counter-service spot in Russian Hill that makes solid salads and sandwiches.
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Saru Handroll Bar
Saru Handroll Bar in Russian Hill specializes in uncomplicated (and fantastic) handrolls.
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Where To Eat In Russian Hill
From Japanese tasting menus to casual wine bars—and everything in between—these are the best places to eat in Russian Hill.
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Leopold's
Leopold’s is a German-Austrian beer hall with solid food, tons of beer in a boot, and party cabin vibes.
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The Boys' Deli
The Boys' Deli in Russian Hill is a casual counter serving fantastic to-go sandwiches.
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Swensen's Ice Cream
A very old-school spot on a corner in Russian Hill, Swensen’s is an SF classic that we always come back to for ice cream and house-made waffle cones.
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Nisei
Nisei is a Japanese fine dining restaurant in Russian Hill churning out dishes with flavors that are big, bold, and let every ingredient shine.
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Trattoria Contadina
Trattoria Contadina in North Beach serves fantastic pasta in a warm and welcoming setting.
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Cocotte
Cocotte is a small French place in Russian Hill where you should go for a midweek date.
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Elephant Sushi
Elephant Sushi in Russian Hill usually has a bit of a wait, so try to head there on the early side.
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Amarena
Amarena is a small Italian spot in Russian Hill that’s great for dropping into on a weeknight for some solid pasta.
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Mezcalito
The secret to doing Mezcalito in Russian Hill right is to know that it’s a mezcal bar first, a restaurant second.
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Abrazo
Abrazo is a Spanish place in Russian Hill that’s great when you need a last-second table.
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China Live
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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Seven Hills
Seven Hills is an Italian neighborhood spot between Nob and Russian Hills that makes good pasta, but everything else is hit-or-miss.
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Macondray
Macondray is a cocktail bar in Russian Hill great cocktails and more plants than you can count.
Guide
Where To Have Dinner For Around $30 In San Francisco
The best dinners that $30 will buy you around SF.
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Saint Frank
Saint Frank in Russian Hill is a bit swanky for a coffee shop, but it has nice light, space to work, and some good breakfast options.