San Francisco's brunch scene is legendary. With a culture that celebrates weekend leisure, farm-fresh California produce, and innovative chefs, SF has brunch spots for every mood—from bottomless mimosa parties to quiet, elevated experiences.
Top SF Brunch Spots
Zazie
Cole Valley • Romantic
French-inspired brunch with a beautiful garden patio. Known for exceptional eggs benedict and no-tipping policy.
Plow
Potrero Hill • Farm-Fresh
Worth the inevitable wait. Lemon ricotta pancakes and the "Plow breakfast" are legendary.
Foreign Cinema
Mission • Unique Experience
Movies projected on the wall during dinner, but brunch is equally stunning. California-Med menu.
Tartine Manufactory
Mission • Bakery Perfection
From the legendary Tartine bakery. The morning buns and savory toasts are incredible.
Brenda's French Soul Food
Tenderloin • Southern Comfort
New Orleans meets SF. The beignets and crawfish benny are outstanding.
Nopa
NoPa • Late Brunch
Weekend brunch until 2:30pm. Wood-fired dishes, great cocktails, vibrant atmosphere.
Best Neighborhoods for Brunch
Mission
Trendy spots, coffee culture
Hayes Valley
Upscale casual, walkable
Marina
Bottomless mimosas, lively
Castro
LGBTQ+ friendly, diverse
🏆 Our Picks
Best Overall: Zazie - Consistent excellence, beautiful setting
Best Pancakes: Plow - Those lemon ricotta pancakes
Best Beignets: Brenda's - New Orleans in SF
Best Atmosphere: Foreign Cinema - Movies + great food