The Best Restaurants Around Union Square, San Francisco
Union Square is the perfect place for anyone to enjoy San Francisco, whether you’re a tourist or a local. Some of the best dining establishments in town are in or right around the corner from Union Square. Check out our complete list of all the best restaurants to lunch, brunch, and grab a drink for a truly memorable time in one of this city’s most beautiful areas.
1. Bancarella
Cafe, Dessert
2. Emporio Rulli
Restaurant, Italian
3. ENO Wine Bar
Bar, Charcuterie, Wine Bar, American
5. Sears Fine Food
Restaurant, American
Originating in 1938, this restaurant has a history of serving up delicious Swedish dishes. Hilbur and Ben Sears quickly became noticed for their pancake recipe and opened up shop in downtown San Francisco, where they would park two pink Cadillacs out front when customers lined up down the block. Today, nostalgic decorations keep the new location of Sears Fine Food on par with its former legend, not to mention that their food is still delicious.
6. Boba Guys
Bubble Tea Shop, Tea Room, Tea
7. Farallon
Restaurant, Bar, Seafood
8. Scala’s Bistro
Bistro, Restaurant, Italian
9. Hops and Hominy
Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, Diner, South American, American
10. Burrit Room and Tavern
Boutique Hotel Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, Bistro, American
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