San Francisco is a fairytale city where change is constant. The city is known for its year round fog where the Golden Gate Bridge disappears right before your very eyes. Cable cars ring through the hilly peninsula lined with candy colored Victorian homes. In addition, there are unforgettable adventures in every flashy neighborhood.
The Small List
Best Hotel
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel – A boutique luxury hotel capturing the spirit of San Francisco just steps from Union Square.
The Inn at Union Square – A quaint boutique hotel just steps from Union Square and minutes away from the iconic cable cars, Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf.
Best Restaurants
Coqueta – Spanish for “flirt”, experience the alluring menu of Spanish cuisine at this delectable rustic dining room on Pier 5 where the view of the bay is perfect, and the food is too!
State Bird Provisions – A thoughtful, contemporary restaurant serving up the Official State Bird of California – Quail – which has made for an adventurous evolution. A rare hip and cool concept!
Park Tavern – An upscale and classy American Bistro in the historic neighborhood of North Beach.
Kokkari Estiatorio – Cuisine fit for the Greek gods! A true traditional Greek restaurant with a collection of ingredients. The preparations are appetizing with a modern twist on Mediterranean Cuisine.
The Slanted Door – Located in the Mission district in San Francisco, The Slanted Door has been serving vibrant home-style Vietnamese food since 1995. The restaurant is located in a modern setting at The Ferry Building. Charles Phan and his family continue to work with many farmers for fresh, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients.
Hakkasan San Francisco – A stunning 10,000 square foot opulent space overlooking the bustling streets of San Francisco where traditional techniques use fresh local ingredients to ensure that contemporary dishes retain the essence of true Cantonese cuisine. A globally recognized restaurant with a hip lounge and bar scene.