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

This kissaten-style cafe in North Beach is one of our go-to spots for an excellent midweek lunch.

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

Unco Frank’s is a pop-up serving excellent Hawaiian food.

Sotto Mare is a classic Italian seafood spot in the middle of North Beach.

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

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

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

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

The Italian Homemade Company in North Beach is a great and easy spot to drop into for homemade pasta.

Tony Nik’s is an old-school bar in North Beach that’s great to sit at when you’re waiting for your table at Tony’s Pizza next door.

The Boardroom is a sports bar in North Beach with a ton of TVs and a pool table.

Tony’s Pizza Napoletana in North Beach makes nearly every style of pizza under one roof.

Church Key in North Beach is where we head when we want to drink good beer and listen to better music.

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

Head to Sam’s in North Beach for a late night burger when you’re done bar hopping.