SF Bay Area

A16

A16 serves up lusty, rustic italian cuisine (the restaurant is named for the motorway that transverses the campania region). [...]

Bistro Jeanty

Chef Philippe Jeanty of Bistro Jeanty lovingly turns out inspired country cuisine in a charming, Napa Valley setting. [...]

Brick and Bottle

Chef Scott Howard has returned to Marin, opening Brick & Bottle in the former Izzy’s space in Corte Madera. [...]

Buckeye Roadhouse

A sentimental favorite, the Buckeye Roadhouse was the site of our first date, wedding rehearsal dinner, and all subsequent Valentine's day celebrations. [...]

Carneros Inn

Situated at the gateway to Napa's famed Carneros wine region, the Carneros Inn features two excellent dining options. [...]

Chez Panisse

A classic since it opened its doors in 1971, Chez Panisse was conceived by and is still led by the venerable Alice Waters—the doyenne of the organic, slow food movement. [...]

COCO500

In 2005, the intrepid Loretta Keller reinvented Bizou, her much loved SOMA restaurant. The result? The equally successful COCO500—a fresh, modern, and vibrant eatery. [...]

Contigo

Chef Brett Emerson elevates humble yet impeccable ingredients to new heights at his Catalan-inspired restaurant. [...]

Cotogna

Late last year, Michael and Lindsay Tusk of the tony and much-celebrated Quince restaurant, opened its more casual offspring in the space right next door. [...]

Cyrus is pure perfection. Presided over by Nick Peyton of Gary Danko fame, the dining room glows, the silverware gleams, and the staff attends to you with a seamless blend of warmth and precision. [...]

Delfina

You go to some restaurants for the food, some the wine and others dessert. At Delfina, it's about all three— plus the stellar service and hip gastronomic vibe. [...]

Diavola Pizzeria & Salumeria

Opened by veterans of Taverna Santi (a much-lauded restaurant and formerly located just a few doors away), Diavola is Italian for female devil, and the food is devilishly good. [...]

Evvia Estiatorio

A sibling of San Francisco's acclaimed Kokkari restaurant, Evvia Estiatorio serves fresh and flavorful Aegean cuisine with a California twist. [...]

Farmhouse Inn and Restaurant

The Farmhouse Inn and Restaurant features seasonal cuisine, impeccably prepared, and served with style and grace by passionate professionals. [...]

Ferry Building

The Ferry Building, located at the foot of Market Street, is a food lover's paradise, where one can dine formally, picnic informally, or simply stroll, savor, and shop. [...]

Fifth Floor

The Fifth Floor's urbane environment sets the perfect tone for the restaurant's sophisticated french fare. [...]

FRANCES

How many of us while growing up were lucky enough to have Nanas whose soul-satisfying culinary skills caused us to exclaim, "One day I'm going to have my own restaurant and name it after you Grandma!"? Fast forward to today at 17th and Pond in the Castro and you'll find a chef who has done just exactly that. [...]

Gary Danko

Restaurant Gary Danko serves sophisticated, contemporary California cuisine—with just a touch of tradition—in an elegant and serene environment. [...]

House

House serves Asian-American cuisine in a stark, yet inviting environment. The fish is fresh, superbly grilled, and complemented by crispy vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes or rice. [...]

Kokkari Estiatorio

Featuring inspired Greek cuisine with a California accent, Kokkari Estiatorio is back at the top of its game. [...]

L'Appart Resto

Chic and charming, L'Appart Resto is more reminiscent of Saint Germaine than San Anselmo. Owned by Bruno Denis and Olivier Souvestre, the delightful duo who operate Sausalito’s Le Garage Bistro, L’Appart serves modern French fare in a sophisticated setting. [...]

Locanda

From Annie and Craig Stoll, the owners of Delfina and Delfina Pizzeria, comes Locanda, an osteria that interprets the culinary style and traditions of Rome. [...]

Lounge at COI

Love, love, love the Lounge at Coi. Adjacent to the main dining room, where Chef Daniel Patterson’s intricate 11-course tasting menu unfolds, the Lounge serves up the exhilarating epicurean experience that is Coi, but with less formality and more flexibility. [...]

Manresa

Tucked away in a cozy Los Gatos hideaway, Manresa's repertoire is influenced by Northern Spain's Catalan region with a splash of France. [...]

Marinitas

Owned by Heidi Krahling of neighboring Insalata’s fame, Marinitas has been open since early 2009. A welcome addition to somewhat sleepy San Anselmo, the restaurant is abuzz with professionals looking to relax post-work, singles looking for a little something more, families, and large parties (the scene practically qualifies as a rave by Marin County standards). [...]

Marlowe

Seamlessly blending creativity and simplicity, Chef Jennifer Puccio serves up some of the best food in town. [...]

Mirepoix

A long-time favorite of ours, Mirepoix recently reopened with a new, elegant prix-fixe menu. The original, more casual bistro concept is relocating to the former Langley's On The Green space. [...]

Nick's Cove

Perched at the edge of moody Tomales Bay, Nick's Cove is the brainchild of Pat Kuleto (restaurant designer extraordinaire) and Mark Franz (San Francisco superstar chef). [...]

Nopa

Located in the emerging North of the Panhandle neighborhood, Nopa has received rave reviews since its opening. [...]

Osteria Stellina

Self described as "Point Reyes Italian" with an unwavering commitment to local organic products, Osteria Stellina pays homage to the region’s impeccable ingredients. [...]

Perbacco

Perbacco serves authentic Northern Italian cuisine, with an emphasis on the Piemonte region, in a sleek and stylish setting. [...]

Picco

Brought to you by the real restaurant folks, Picco serves incredibly tasty treats designed to share. [...]

Piperade

Where northern Spain meets southern France lies the world famous Basque country, and this area's robust regional fare provides the focal point of Piperade. [...]

Quince

Housed in a historic brick and timber building (in what was the Myth space), Quince is a beautiful restaurant with an elegant, luxurious feel. [...]

Range

Serving inventive new American fare at fair prices, Range is right at home amidst the exciting Mission District restaurant scene. [...]

Redd

Redd, Chef Richard Reddington's Yountville restaurant, features contemporary California cuisine in a minimalist setting (think Soho loft). [...]

Risibisi Restaurant Wine-Bar

Quaintly nestled in the heart of a town that was formerly known as "the Chicken Capital of the World", Petaluma's latest claim to fame is the Michelin Guide-lauded Risibisi Restaurant Wine-Bar. [...]

Rocker Oysterfeller's

Located along Route 1, Valley Ford is a rural community set among the rolling hills of Western Sonoma County (a fun fact: In 1976, Christo and Jeanne-Claude's installation art piece Running Fence passed through here). [...]

Rosso Pizzeria + Wine Bar

Located in a nondescript strip mall on the edge of downtown Santa Rosa, Rosso Pizzeria + Wine Bar is anything but. [...]

Rotisserie + Wine

Located in Napa's new Riverfront development (along with Fish Story and Morimoto), Tyler Florence’s Rotisserie & Wine restaurant is loosely based on the Southern concept of "meat and three" (a menu option consisting of one meat dish and three sides). [...]

Saison

There’s a reason Saison shines—Joshua Skenes, named by Food & Wine magazine as one of 2011’s Best New Chefs. [...]

SolBar

Casually elegant and contemporary, Solbar is absolutely one of our favorite dining destinations. Located at the Napa Valley resort Solage Calistoga, the restaurant, open only a couple of years, received one Michelin star in 2009. [...]

Spoonbar

With its eco-fabulous design, star-tender Scott Beattie mixing drinks, and former Odyssey chef Rudy Mihal manning the stoves, Spoonbar, located in the h2hotel in downtown Healdsburg, is destined to become a drinking and dining destination. [...]

Spruce

Owned by the same folks who operate the stellar Village Pub in Woodside, it's clear you're in capable hands right from the start. [...]

Taverna Santi

Taverna Santi glows. Whether you're enjoying the country Italian fare inside by the massive stone fireplace or outdoors under the dappled sunshine, you'll be happy and well taken care of by Doug Swett and his superb team. [...]

The French Laundry

What more can be said about The French Laundry, possibly the most-praised restaurant in America? Rather than offer additional effusive commentary about its culinary significance, we thought we would provide perhaps more helpful information, particularly as it relates to time. [...]