Top 10 Restaurants To Dine At In Nob Hill San Francisco

Perhaps one of the most famous neighborhoods in San Francisco, mainly for the steep slopes that tourists and locals regularly trek, Nob Hill is a haven for all kinds of cuisine. These 10 restaurants are worth the climb – or cable car ride.

1. Nob Hill Café

Cafe, Restaurant, Italian

Established more than 20 years ago, Nob Hill Café is a family-owned restaurant with authentic Tuscan cuisine and an extensive wine list. With outdoor seating perfect for people-watching, pastas, pizzas and classic Italian dishes go down even more easily. It’s the perfect place to refuel after a trip to Grace Cathedral, which is only a block away.

2. Mason Pacific

Bistro, Wine Bar, American

A relative newcomer to the Nob Hill scene, Mason Pacific opened in 2013 to strong reviews. The bistro is right on the cable car line at the intersection of Chinatown, Nob Hill and Russian Hill, making it an easily accessible place to meet. Chef Sean McTiernan’s seasonal menu features local ingredients with a twist, and the chef and sommelier are constantly evolving the dinner and wine offerings together. Don’t miss the burger on a pretzel bun.

3. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar

Bar, Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, Pub Grub

Most famous for impressive tiki-style beverages, and a barge floating in a lagoon right in the middle of the restaurant, the Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar has been serving up food and drink at the Fairmont Hotel since 1945. After undergoing a $1 million restoration, solidifying its status as one of the nation’s first tiki palaces, the Tonga Room remains as popular as ever. It’s worth a trip to experience delicious Asian-style cuisine and, of course, tropical libations.

4. Seven Hills

Restaurant, Italian

A gem of an Italian restaurant on Hyde Street in Nob Hill, Seven Hills serves up Roman-style cuisine with local flair. The menu changes slightly on a regular basis based on what’s in season or available, but the Ravioli Uovo, a mainstay, is a must for any pasta lover. Seven Hills also has extensive gluten-free options for those with sensitivities or intolerances.

5. House of Prime Rib

Restaurant, British

A classic steakhouse featuring – you guessed it – choice cuts of prime rib, this Nob Hill mainstay opened their doors more than 60 years ago, withstanding the test of restaurant time. It has a limited menu (guests can select their portion size of prime rib, and choose between classic steakhouse side options). This place is renowned for keeping it classic and consistently doing everything well. The service at House of Prime Rib is also exquisite, and guests will feel like they’re dining like Don Draper in Mad Men.

6. Acquerello

Restaurant, Italian, Contemporary

This two Michelin-star restaurant has been producing top cuisine in Nob Hill for 25 years. The tasting menu of both classic and contemporary Italian food is served in a traditional, elegant dining atmosphere. Guests are treated to the finest service as well. Though Acquerello’s prix fixe and seasonal tasting menus are expensive, the quality of cuisine and professional staff make the experience well worth it, especially for a special occasion.

1760

From the same owners and team behind Acquerello, 1760 is a ‘modern, ingredient-driven’ restaurant featuring the best ingredients in the Bay Area in a contemporary presentation. The food is meant to be shared among the table so everyone can have a taste of the experience. The cocktail menu pairs perfectly with offerings like lobster ceviche, burrata and crispy octopus. More casual than Acquerello, 1760 is trendy but still delicious.

1760, 1760 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA, USA