Hayes Valley is San Francisco dining at its most polished. Proximity to City Hall and the opera house means dress-up restaurants, but the neighborhood also has excellent casual spots and the best concentration of artisan shops in the city.
California CuisineFrench BrasserieCocktailsCoffee
Must-Visit Restaurants
Zuni Cafe
American | San Francisco institution
Legendary SF institution since 1979. The brick-oven roasted chicken for two is a San Francisco pilgrimage.
Absinthe
French Brasserie | Pre-theater
Classic brasserie with outstanding food and cocktails. Perfect for pre-symphony dinner.
Rich Table
American | Creative
Innovative, playful California cuisine. The sardine chips and pasta dishes are extraordinary. Book ahead.
Smitten Ice Cream
Ice cream | Liquid nitrogen
SF original using liquid nitrogen to freeze ice cream to order. Exceptional flavors using local ingredients.