Zuni Cafe in the Civic Center is still an icon, and it sits firmly at the top of our list of favorite restaurants in this town.

Rich Table is a restaurant in Hayes Valley that, no matter how many times you go, will always surprise you in the best way possible.

You’ll want to book a table in advance for the dim sum-style small plates at State Bird Provisions in the Fillmore.

Saison is a tasting menu restaurant in SoMa worth saving for a very special occasion.

Liholiho Yacht Club in the Tenderloin is where you should go for a blowout meal with a group.

Nopa is our ultimate go-to restaurant in San Francisco.

Sir and Star is one of the best dining experiences in Northern California. Get your ass out to the hunting lodge in Olema.

On average, the best bread bakery in the country can be found at Tartine Bakery in the Mission.

Ayala is a seafood spot in Union Square serving some excellent twists on classic dishes.

House of Prime Rib in Nob Hill is where you should go celebrate with a lot of meat and large bottles of wine.

Che Fico, on the edge of NoPa, serves excellent Italian food in an impressively designed space.

Foreign Cinema in the Mission is a San Francisco classic for brunch, and dinner is solid too.

Fine dining that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Sons & Daughters is definitely our speed.

The Morris, deep in the Mission, is serving blockbuster-quality American food.

Tartine Manufactory in the Mission is a huge operation with excellent pastries, coffee, and ice cream, and dinner as well.

The Progress, on Fillmore, is a great time and a good scene, with excellent food.