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Arguably San Francisco’s most romantic restaurant, Fleur de Lys sets the standard for fine dining. World-renowned chef Hubert Keller (a finalist on Top Chef Masters) serves up impeccable French fare that’s worth every last penny.
Chef Loretta Keller’s Cali creations, like to-die-for seasonal flatbread and tempura-fried green beans, have a cult-like following. Add in perfectly prepared cocktails and the restaurant’s sleek, blond-wood interior, and you can easily see why.
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If you like your sushi with a side of jazz, the Oaktown institution has you covered. If chef Sho Kamaro’s innovative Japanese cuisine isn’t enough, some of the best jazz acts in the country make a pilgrimage to play in this 330-seat club.
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Tres romantique? Oui. Not only does the resto’s dark-wood, classic brasserie interior entice, but inspired Frenchy nibbles from chef Jamie Lauren, sparkling fresh oysters, and one of the best cocktail programs in the city elevate this from simple to stunner.
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One step inside this Polk Street wine lounge and you’ll be transported into the movie of the same name. Sip on affordable vino from around the world (with a good amount from France, of course) and munch on snacks like cheese ravioli and flatbreads.
Super-fresh Mediterranean food with a California sensibility, served in a beautifully modern setting with oversize mirrors and floral arrangements, makes this Hayes Valley sleeper a favorite for pre-symphony dinner.
Mix and match a variety of antipasti (from three categories: hot, cold, and, our personal favorite, fried) with an extensive list of Italian varietals. There’s house-made pasta, too, and a few larger entrees, including some killer pork meatballs. Bellissimo!
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Eating at this Mission staple is quite an experience. Enjoy a meal from the daily changing California/Mediterranean-inspired menu, while taking in a foreign or indie film on the movie screen in the covered outdoor courtyard.