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1. Restaurant Gary Danko
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- American
- French
- Californian
- Very Expensive
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Nile Expert Tip: Commonly held as *the* go-to place for special-occasion dining, this place lives up to the hype.
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2. Prospect
- Boulevard's less-stuffy sister
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- American
- Californian
- Very Expensive
- SoMa/Potrero/Bayview
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5. Jardinière
- Truly Elegant Gourmet
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- American
- French
- Californian
- Expensive
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7. Dining Room at Ritz Carlton
- Sophisticated Splendor And Style
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If you're traveling for a special occasion, need to impress a client, or just want to sample the good life, San Francisco is your destination for top-notch eats. With a steady supply of high quality produce and meats and a population teeming with seasoned foodies, top chefs flock to the Bay Area. Prepare to be impressed at these five star dining establishments.
The venerable Gary Danko consistently ranks as one of the top fine dining experiences in San Francisco. With a prix fixe menu available in three, four, or five courses and a wine list that could very well be the best in the city, a high roller can't go wrong here. Make reservations at least two weeks in advance, or you'll be stuck wrestling for a spot at the small bar.
Boulevard is an easy five star choice for those looking for seasonal fare and spot-on service. The chefs at Boulevard recently opened Prospect, a hip, less stuffy space ideal for a delicious, multi-course feast. For equally elegant fare in a jazzier setting, head to Bix or Tracy de Jardin's perennial favorite Jardiniere.
If you're looking for less 'cool' and more 'swank' in the Union Square area visit the Dining Room at the Ritz Carlton, or Masa's, complete with a chef whose past appointments include a stint at the French Laundry. Whichever of these top ten you choose, you're sure to have an exquisitely crafted meal with service and wines to match.
Spruce excels at California cuisine featuring organic products sourced from local farmers and ranchers. Similarly, Quince follows suit with its Italian-inspired menu, which changes nightly based on what's in season. Benu's tasting menu could be one of the best meals of your life.
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