1. Mama Tigre Visited

Street art features at this standby for Indian-inflected Mexican favorites like tacos & burritos.

Mexican

2. Jodhpur Visited

Bottomless Rajasthani thali.

Indian

3. Zaytinya Visited

Chef José Andrés' light, airy mainstay offers Eastern Mediterranean small plates & regional wines.

Mediterranean

4. Bawarchi Biryani Visited

Modestly appointed Indian restaurant offering biryani, skewered meats & curries, plus outdoor seats.

Indian

5. Pappe Visited

Cozy, colorful Indian eatery featuring samosas, curry & veggie dishes plus cocktails & wine.

Indian

6. Chennai Express Visited

Southern Indian staples like dosas, biryani & spicy curries plated in a basic, sit-down place.

Indian

7. Ruthie's All Day Visited

Chill, light-filled, mid-century modern eatery offering homestyle cooking & a robust drink list.

Brunch

8. Rosa Mexicano Visited

Modern Mexican chain eatery known for tableside guacamole, creative margaritas & chic surrounds.

Mexican

9. Cha Street Food Visited

Halal restaurant

Pakistani

10. Turmerica Visited

Indulge in rich flavors of vegetarian Indian cuisine.

Indian

11. Mirch Dhamaka Visited

Modern Indian restaurant

Indian

12. Eggmania Visited

Indian restaurant bar and tandoor.

Indian

13. Clyde's Visited

Long-running local chain serving classic American dishes & cocktails in a traditional setting.

American

14. Founding Farmers Visited

Farm-inspired American fare, plus sushi & cocktails served in sleek, eco-chic digs with river views.

American

15. Mia's Italian Kitchen Visited

Upscale Italian dining & drinks in a stylish, two-story setting, with a pizza bar & sidewalk patio.

Italian

16. Iron Age

Korean BBQ

17. Gregorio's Trattoria

Comfy, kid-friendly eatery offering pizza & Italian-American favorites, plus gluten-free choices.

Italian

18. Kogiya Korean BBQ

Chefs grill classic Korean dishes tableside at this slick hangout with an industrial vibe.

Korean BBQ

19. La Vie

Swanky restaurant overlooking The Wharf offering creative American & Mediterranean fare & cocktails.

Mediterranean

20. Quill & Crumb Cafe

Bakery and cafe with a beautiful interior

Bakery

21. Baan Siam

Traditional Thai cuisine is dished up in this relaxed restaurant that has a bar.

Thai

22. Momos N More

Nepali food truck

Nepali

23. Martin's Tavern

Popular tavern serving American eats in both a cozy interior with wooden booths & outdoors.

American

24. Bonjon Rumi

Afghan restaurant featuring homecooked favorites.

Afghan

25. Moda Cafe & Restaurant

Brunch, lunch, dinner in a cozy atmosphere with great vibes.

Turkish cafe

26. Landini Brothers

A hearty Italian menu, a dimly lit space with exposed brick & a romantic patio draw local notables.

Italian

27. Green Pig Bistro

Scot Harlan's nose-to-tail ethos turns out American-French dishes in a modern, kitschy spot.

American

28. BARCA Pier & Wine Bar

Breezy Mediterranean restaurant offering outdoor riverfront dining, plus tapas & wine.

Mediterannean

29. Il Porto Italian Ristorante

Since 1973, eatery serves traditional Italian cuisine amid old-world plaster-beam-and-stone decor.

Italian

30. Hot Pot Legend

Hot pot restaurant.

Hot Pot

1. Copra Visited

Fine dining fusion inspired by South Indian dishes.

Indian

2. Dumpling Home

Casual, colorful eatery dishing up fried, steamed or boiled dumplings, plus noodles & small plates.

Chinese

3. Lers Ros Thai Visited

Refined Thai specialties (including some exotic meats) in a modern setting with stone accents.

Thai

4. Cotogna Visited

Popular eatery serving spit-roasted and grilled meat & fish, wood-fired pizza and house-made pasta.

Italian

5. Sotto Mare

Neighborhood spot with nautical decor & a menu of pasta, cioppino & other Italian-style seafood.

Seafood

6. China Live

Modern marketplace & culinary stop offering multi-course Chinese fare, casual snacks & artisan teas.

Chinese

7. Waterbar Visited

Stylish seafood spot with oysters, a horseshoe-shaped bar & patio with up-close views of Bay Bridge.

Seafood

8. Izakaya Yoki Visited

A menu spotlighting Japanese & Korean specialties in a modern, intimate restaurant.

Japanese

9. Kinara Fusion Kitchen

Cafe for modern Indian fare & pizza with a playfully designed upstairs hookah lounge.

Indian

10. Besharam Visited

Gujarati classics & modern Indian dishes in lively quarters with bold murals & communal tables.

Indian

11. El Lopo Visited

A compact, rustic-chic outpost serving wine, sherry, & Spanish tapas made with local ingredients.

Wine bar

12. Honey Honey Cafe and Crepery

Diners order at the counter at this casual, cheery spot that cooks up a mix of crêpes & cafe fare.

Breakfast

13. Burma Love Visited

Spin-off of a famed local Burmese restaurant serves shareable plates in a modern space with a bar.

Burmese

14. La Bande

Cal-Med aperitif and tapas bar on the ground floor adjacent to Villon restaurant-bar, with both an inspired indoor space and outdoor patio.

Tapas

15. KAIYŌ Rooftop Visited

Upscale bar with a tropical theme, serving Japanese & Peruvian bites, plus cocktails.

Bar

16. CAVAÑA

Latin American cocktail bar located on the rooftop level of LUMA Hotel San Francisco.

Cocktail bar

17. Thriller Social Club

Large, lively eatery & bar with a retro carnival theme, for unique pub grub & 2 floors of games.

Bar

18. Plow

Farm-to-table American comfort food served in a lively, rustic dining room with oak-barrel tables.

American

19. Komaaj

Down-to-earth restaurant serving up traditional Iranian dishes, plus beer & wine.

Persian

20. The Story of Ramen

Ramen cooking classes for individuals, small groups & corporate team building events

Japanese

21. El Techo

Latin American street eats & cocktails are the draw at this vibrant restaurant with a rooftop patio.

Latin American

22. Breakfast Little Visited

Stick-to-your-ribs food, with zesty flavors, served hot of an early morning.

Breakfast

23. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Visited

Stylish theater chain for new & classic films features cocktails & creative bites served seat-side.

Movie theater

24. Bottega Visited

Classic Italian fare including pizza, pasta & meat dishes are offered at this modest restaurant.

Italian

25. Yellow Moto Pizzeria Visited

Neapolitan pies & to-go slices, plus salads, snacks, beer & wine, plated in warm, airy surrounds.

Pizza

26. Delfina Visited

Longtime destination for seasonal Italian cuisine & classic desserts with wines by the glass & beer.

Italian

27. Tsunami Panhandle Visited

Sake flights pair with sushi & izakaya-style eats at this stylish Japanese restaurant.

Japanese

28. B Patisserie

Parisian & Viennese-style pastries, sandwiches & coffee served in modern space with an open kitchen.

Bakery

29. El Mansour

Traditional Moroccan restaurant where authentic fare is accompanied by nightly belly dancing.

Moroccan

1. Zachary's Chicago Pizza Visited

Employee-owned since 1983, stuffed or thin-crust pies are made to order with a special tomato sauce.

Pizza

2. Homeroom Visited

A variety of imaginative mac & cheese options, salads & sides in a relaxed locale.

American

3. Yimm Thai Visited

Homespun Thai food, rice plates & salads in cozy, minimalist surrounds with an outdoor patio.

Thai

4. Farmhouse Thai Visited

Thai eatery for classic curries & noodles, plus rarer street foods in an airy, rustic-chic space.

Thai

5. Daughter Thai Kitchen

Place for upscale Southern Thai street food with spicy options in chic, modern quarters.

Thai

6. Pyeong Chang Tofu House Visited

Busy go-to Korean eatery serving kimchi, stone pots, crispy rice & a menu of vegetarian fare.

Korean

7. Lovely's Visited

Burger joint located inside Two Pitchers Brewing Company.

American

8. The Star Pizza Visited

Chicago-style pizza, subs & salads in airy digs with exposed-brick walls, chandeliers & a full bar.

Pizza

9. Drake's Dealership Visited

Taproom of San Leandro brewery for house beer plus wood-fired pizza & more in former auto-shop digs.

Beer garden

10. Viridian Visited

Innovative cocktails & a menu of contemporary Asian-inspired food & desserts in a stylish locale.

Cocktail bar

11. The Punchdown

Stylish, upscale wine bar pairing natural & biodynamic blends with New American small plates.

Wine bar

12. First Edition

A comic book-themed cocktail den with moody lighting, high ceilings, large murals & outdoor tables.

Cocktail bar

13. Hopscotch

Upscale, retro diner serving craft cocktails & inventive American fare with a Japanese touch.

American/Japanese diner

14. Mensho Ramen

Sit-down indoor Japanese ramen restaurant.

Japanese

15. Itani Ramen

Buzzy counter-serve bistro for regional Japanese ramen bowls & sweets served from a vending machine.

Japanese

16. Shinmai Visited

Modern, minimalist spot that puts a California spin on ramen & izakaya served with whisky & sake.

Japanese

17. Huangcheng Noodle House Visited

Straightforward restaurant specializing in homemade noodle dishes, plus comfort food soups.

Chinese

18. Pho King Visited

Small, no-frills restaurant serving Vietnamese classics such as noodle soups & egg rolls.

Vietnamese

19. Pho Da Nang Quan

This simple restaurant serves a menu of Vietnamese dishes, with online ordering & delivery.

Vietnamese

20. Pho Ao Sen

Vietnamese eatery for a range of classic meals & bowls of pho in an unpretentious space.

Vietnamese

21. Banh Mi Ba Le

Counter-serve location offering traditional Vietamese sandwiches stuffed with meat & tofu.

Vietnamese

22. Ohgane Visited

Place for Korean BBQ cooked on tabletop mesquite grills, plus stews & other dishes.

Korean BBQ

1. Thai Basil Visited

A menu of traditional Thai dishes with ample booth seating, Asian interior details, & a fish tank.

Thai

2. Artichoke's Visited

No-seating chain spot featuring big slices of pizza in basic digs with a stand-up counter.

Pizza

3. Italian Homemade Visited

Italian deli & market offering housemade pasta, imported cheese, charcuterie & more in homey digs.

Italian

4. In the Wood Visited

New American pub eats, pizzas & gluten-free items, plus happy hour deals, in a convivial setting.

American

5. La Mediterranee Visited

Longtime Middle Eastern-Mediterranean spot known for its meze sampler platters & outdoor seating.

Mediterranean

6. Cheeseboard Pizza Visited

A pizzeria, bakery & cheese shop, this spot serves 1 style of veggie pizza per day & limited seats.

Pizza

7. Sliver Pizzeria Visited

Socially conscious pie parlor showcases specialty pizzas, a full bar & live bands in a funky space.

Pizza

8. La Note Visited

Lively setting for French eats for breakfast, lunch or dinner, plus a garden open in good weather.

French

9. Musashi Visited

Casual Japanese restaurant offering sushi, noodles & steamed fish & rice dinners from Niigata.

Japanese

10. Angeline's Louisana Kitchen Visited

Serving gumbo, beignets & jambalaya, this casual eatery brings New Orleans flavors to Berkeley.

American

11. Jupiter Visited

A 2-story venue & beer garden that serves up wood-fired pizzas plus handcrafted beers & ales.

Pizza

12. Ippudo Visited

Japanese small plates, ramen & upmarket sake are dispatched in this simple yet stylish outpost.

Japanese

13. Imm Thai Visited

Thai street eats, plus beer & wine, in a buzzing, casual spot with understated decor.

Thai

14. The Noodle Visited

Thai standby provides a standard lineup of favorites in a functional setting. Open late.

Thai

15. U :Dessert Visited

Counter-ordering with an array of desserts inspired by Asian cafés like crepe cake & milk toast.

Dessert

16. Jot Mahal Visited

Indian cooking with ample vegan options & a lunch buffet, offered with beer & wine in basic digs.

Indian

17. Vik's Chaat Visited

Ample Indian grocery store with lots of traditional food items & spices, plus a quick-serve cafe.

Indian

18. Kamado Sushi Visited

Sushi, seasonal sashimi & teriyaki in a relaxed yet modern dining room with tables & bar seating.

Japanese

19. Udupi Palace Visited

Specializing in dosas & uttapams, this Indian eatery serves vegetarian fare in a basic setting.

Indian

1. Saffron Visited

Indian fare from sustainable ingredients served in a polished bi-level space with chandeliers.

Indian

2. Stella

Sophisticated neighborhood osteria serves rustic Northern Italian cuisine in a romantic atmosphere.

Italian

3. Curry Hyuga Visited

Compact, unpretentious restaurant specializing in traditional Japanese curry dishes & sides.

Japanese

1. Wursthall Visited

Food writer J. Kenji López-Alt is behind this dynamic beer hall with German & New American fare.

German & New American

2. Zhangliang Malatang Visited

Bustling venue serving highly customizable comfort food.

Chinese

3. Sushi Sam's Edomata

Minimalist spot specializing in an omakase (chef's choice) sushi option served at the bustling bar.

Sushi

4. Dash Japanese Tapas and Sushi Visited

Japanese tapas and sushi.

Japanese

5. Kajiken Visited

Ramen noodles coated in housemade soy sauce, chili oil, and vinegar with toppings like chashu, egg yolk, and bamboo shoots.

Ramen

6. HiroNori Craft Ramen Visited

HiroNori Craft Ramen is a casual, cozy, and hip place to eat.

Ramen

7. Espetus San Mateo

Waiters in Brazilian gaucho attire serve all-you-can-eat skewers of meat in an eye-catching setting.

Brazilian

8. Isarn Garden Thai Cuisine

Easygoing Thai restaurant serving stir-fries & curries, plus noodle & rice dishes.

Thai

1. Zareens Visited

Zareen's Restaurant & Catering is a Pakistani restaurant in Redwood City, California

Pakistani

2. Vesta Visited

Buzzy indoor-outdoor venue draws crowds with creative, wood-fired pizza, small plates, wine & beer.

Pizza

3. Vino Santo Visited

Relaxed mainstay with a refined ambiance that specializes in traditional Italian dishes & drinks.

Italian

4. Donato Enoteca Visited

Contemporary Italian plates & wood-fired pizzas in a multiroom space with an open kitchen & a patio.

Italian

5. Angelicas Visited

American eats served in a lively space with a full bar, a patio & multiple stages for entertainment.

Latin American

1. Chandni Chowk, Fremont

Unpretentious food truck with ample parking serving authentic Indian snacks.

Indian

1. Biryaniz, Milpitas

Authentic and flavorful Indian eats in a locally-owned business.

Indian

2. Layang Layang

Trendy spot serving a menu of traditional Malaysian eats with lamb, chicken & vegetarian options.

Malaysian

3. Daeho Kalbi Jjim & Beef Soup

Diners line up for big portions of Korean barbecue at this contemporary lunch & dinner venue.

Korean

4. Milpitas SGD Tofu House

Hopping, no-frills Korean restaurant serving a variety of classic eats & soups with varied sides.

Korean

5. Lee's Sandwiches, Milpitas

Counter-service chain for Vietnamese staples such as banh mi, plus some classic deli sandwiches.

Banh mi

1. Aurum

Michelin guide Indian restaurant with stellar ambience and presentation.

Indian

2. Urfa Bistro Visited

Compact, comfy option whipping up classic Mediterranean entrees, salads & wraps.

Turkish

3. Dittmer's Gourmet Meats & Wurst-Haus

Old-timey gourmet butcher shop offering a wide array of meats & sausages, plus deli sandwiches.

Butcher shop

4. Chef Chu's

Local favorite for Chinese food staples as well as chef Chu's specialty signature dishes.

Chinese

1. ViVe Sol

Mexican destination for traditional cooking & margaritas in a colorful cantina setting with a patio.

Mexican

2. Everest Cuisine

Humble restaurant offering traditional Nepalese & Indian meals, along with a lunch buffet.

Nepali

3. Himalayan Kitchen

Indian restaurant specializing in Nepalese/Himalayan cuisine offered in a warm environment.

Nepali

1. UlavacharU Visited

Breezy, colorful locale serving traditional Indian fare, plus offering catering and event options.

Indian

2. Kabul Afghan Cuisine

Relaxed dining space offering Afghan meat & vegetarian entrees such as kebabs & sautéed pumpkin.

Afghan

3. Tandoori Pizza Visited

Locally-owned and operated Indian fusion fare.

Indian

4. Madras Cafe Visited

Bustling South Indian restaurant known for its dosas serving vegetarian fare in a no-frills space.

Indian

5. Delhiwala Chaat Restaurant Visited

Simple venue dishing out traditional Indian meat & veggie plates alongside combo meals.

Indian

6. Chaat Bhavan

Local Indian chain serving a variety of vegetarian snacks & entrees in a casual setting.

Indian

7. Pav Bhaji Hut

This popular Indian food trailer doles out a small selection of vegetarian street fare.

Indian

8. Atulya Bharat

Unpretentious food truck with ample parking serving authentic Indian snacks.

Indian

9. Sri Ananda Bhavan

A broad range of Indian vegetarian dishes & daily specials are the draw at this modest restaurant.

Indian

10. Sankranti Lunch Buffet

Low-key outfit in a strip mall preparing traditional South Indian dishes along with weekly specials.

Indian

11. 10 Butchers Korean BBQ

Homestyle farm-to-table grilled meat, small plates & drinks in a casual spot that has a patio.

Korean BBQ

12. TANTO Japanese Restaurant

Casual Japanese spot for drinking beer or sake & dining on popular dishes like fried rice balls.

Japanese

1. Pho Ha Noi

Bustling, dynamic venue with outdoor seating prepping pho, spring rolls & other Vietnamese dishes.

Vietnamese

2. Chicha San Chen

Patented technology precisely brews with high temperature and pressure - the tea's fragrance and essence are extracted within seconds to retain the freshest taste

Bubble tea

1. Paradise Biryani Pointe Visited

Relaxed Indian restaurant offering biryani, kebabs & curries, with vegetarian options.

Indian

2. AappaKadai

Simple venue known for spicy Chettinad Indian fare, including aappam & idly, plus Indo-Chinese grub.

Indian

3. Anjappar Chettinad

Part of a global chain that originated in Chennai serving classic Indian dishes.

Indian

4. Smoked Out BBQ

Venue specializeing in smoking all of their meats low and slow with Oak and Hickory wood

BBQ

5. Paik's Noodle

Traditional Korean-Chinese noodle soups, stir-fries & dumplings are the draw at this casual outpost.

Korean

6. Jaks Authentic Indian

An exquisite blend of tradition & authenticity, deeply rooted in the austerity of the unique taste, aroma & flavors of Indian spices

Indian

7. Matcha Cafe Maiko

Made-to-order matcha chain with soft-serve cones, cups, floats & more offered in compact quarters.

Ice cream

1. Pizza Antica Visited

Thin-crust, wood-fired pizzas draw a bustling scene at this casual Italian standby with patio seats.

Pizza

2. Meso Modern Mediterranean Visited

Seasonal menus featuring locally sourced products are served in this stylish venue.

Mediterranean

3. Pho Kim Long

A no-frills Vietnamese spot for standard pho noodle soup, with parking available out front.

Vietnamese

4. Zeni

Adventurous diners sit on the floor & eat with their hands at this colorful Ethiopian spot.

Ethiopian

5. Dan Izakaya

Casual Japanese place serving classic sushi, stir-fries, rice dishes, small plates & mini hot pots.

Izakaya

6. Tisane

Tea bar & boba lounge creating refreshing herbal concoctions

Bubble tea

1. Oleana

Inventive Eastern Mediterranean dishes in a warm, welcoming interior or a peaceful garden patio

Mediterranean

2. Sarma

A modern Mediterranean menu, featuring meze & Middle Eastern favorites, offered in colorful digs.

Small plates

3. Sofra Bakery

Compact, modest bakery for Middle Eastern sweets & savory bites, plus a small patio.

Bakery

4. La Saison Bakery

Simple bake shop turning out sourdough-crust pizza, artisan bread & gourmet pastries.

Bakery

5. Cicada

Down-home Vietnamese cafe serving banh mi, noodle salads & pastries, plus coffee & specialty drinks.

Vietnamese coffee shop

6. Nubian Markets

Roxbury's only MARKET, CAFE, and gathering space that celebrates the african diaspora through food

African

7. Comfort Kitchen

Our food is a celebration of the ingredients and flavors of the African diaspora connected from Asia to the Americas.

African

8. Yvonne's

Refined yet playful supper club in a handsome hideaway accented with marble & mahogany wood.

New American

1. The Corner Visited

Homey spot serves breakfast fare such as stuffed French toast in a buzzing room with quirky decor.

Brunch

2. Brick + Wood Closed

Brick + Wood's “perfect pizza” is a labor of love to preserve the authentic Neapolitan pizza values.

Pizza

3. Plan B Burger Visited

Stylish chain serving creative burgers & elevated pub grub, plus craft beers & bourbons.

American

1. Salem Market & Grill Visited

Basic combo location featuring a cafeteria-style restaurant, as well as a halal grocery store.

Mediterranean